Guests say
The Wainstones lodge in Middlesbrough is highly praised for its peaceful location, beautiful views, and welcoming owners. Guests particularly enjoy the hot tub, dog-friendly features, and well-equipped, cosy accommodation. While the majority found the lodge clean and comfortable, some noted areas needing extra maintenance or deeper cleaning. A few guests mentioned minor issues with privacy and upkeep, but overall, the property offers a relaxing and enjoyable stay, ideal for couples, small families, and dog owners seeking a tranquil getaway.
Most guests found the lodge clean and tidy, but several reviews mentioned areas that could benefit from deeper cleaning or more attention between stays, such as floors, bathrooms, and occasional stains on bedding.
The location is frequently described as peaceful, private, and offering stunning views, with easy access to walking routes and local amenities. Guests appreciated the tranquil setting and proximity to nature.
The lodge is described as cosy, warm, and comfortable, with good use of space. Some guests noted it is compact, best suited for couples or small families, and may be tight for larger dogs.
Facilities such as the hot tub, enclosed patio, and kitchen equipment are well received. Some minor maintenance issues were noted, including paintwork, door hinges, and the need for occasional updates or extra items like a hoover or airer.
Owners are described as friendly, welcoming, and helpful, with clear instructions and good communication. While no gifts were mentioned, guests appreciated the attention to detail and advice provided, though some would have liked basic cooking supplies.
About this property
The Wainstones is a spacious pod, offering stunning views of the Cleveland Hills, with accommodation for two people in sleeping area with a double bed, with the added bonus of a sofa bed suitable for children. Dogs are accepted in this pod. The large outside area which comprises of a paved area, together with a decked area to the front, is fully enclosed with fencing to offer secure space for children and/or dogs. This area is furnished with a timber picnic bench. Zero Gravity chairs to the decked area. A large hot tub is sited on the paved area.. South View Retreat is part of our Bouja collection and offers bespoke and quirky accommodation in the picturesque Yorkshire countryside. This is the perfect place for rural escapes, blissful retreats and romantic breaks.
From the moment you arrive you’ll be greeted with a backdrop of rollings hills and idyllic countryside. Each accommodation has been lovingly presented with comfort in mind featuring quality furnishings and your very own bubbling outdoor hot tub.. South View Retreat is part of our Bouja collection and offers bespoke and quirky accommodation in the picturesque Yorkshire countryside. This is the perfect place for rural escapes, blissful retreats and romantic breaks.
From the moment you arrive you’ll be greeted with a backdrop of rollings hills and idyllic countryside. Each accommodation has been lovingly presented with comfort in mind featuring quality furnishings and your very own bubbling outdoor hot tub.
Nearby points of interest
- Rievaulx Abbey
Reviews (21)
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Georgia
Overall, we had a great stay. The hosts were always available and the lodge was lovely and clean for our arrival.
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Jason
Overall lovely accommodation in beautiful surroundings, could do with a few touches here and there but was lovely. Only niggle was if wanted to use toaster it set of smoke alarms even before finished so had to open door to stop them going off. Would definitely stay here again.
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Judith
Could do with bit of maintenance inside and out. Paintwork inside and outside fencing.