Villas In South East

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Carol - Verified booking

  Things we loved: Location is fantastic.

  The equipment in the house was excellent, everything you need is there including a lovely welcome pack for immediate needs (eggs. Bread, milk etc) everything has been thought of and provided. The hosts are really warm and welcoming. There was a problem with the gate and Vicki rang to say it was broken as she was concerned about security and our dog (which wasn’t a problem for us) We also had a problem with lights failing and they immediately tried to fix but the bathroom only had a mirror light which made it difficult but these things can’t be helped. Things we didn’t love: Exterior/gardens is really nothing like the advert photos which show a neat and tidy garden. The grass hadn’t been cut and the garden was quite overgrown. The lovely little courtyard looks pristine and tidy and would have been lovely to sit out in but again, nothing like the advert photos. Definitely needs some maintenance and tlc. We found the bed to be small for us (double bed) and the memory foam mattresses weren’t very comfortable (but that’s our preferences and might be fine for others) We also had to spend half an hour removing an amount of cobwebs. (Our dogs toy went under a table in the hallway and it had to be washed because of the amount of dust and cobwebs) The one thing that bothered us more than anything was we had taken some of our own glasses etc from home to use and when we reported the lights being broken whoever came in broke one of our glasses and threw the broken glass in the recycling bin with no note or message saying (apologising?) about the broken glass and that to be careful it was in the bin bag. We also found two large chunks of broken glass just under the cooker but sticking out a little bit that we noticed them, with some smaller fragments which had obviously been missed when getting our broken glass up. We have a dog and she could have cut herself. (Also there was a dirty cloth left on a chair along with a bowl of dirty water in the sink. A small annoyance but along with breaking our glass and not letting us know just added to it) We are saddened about these things as we had a great week on the island but feel it’s the right thing to do to write them down as this is our experience.

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• Emmajane - Verified booking

  We really loved the Old Kitchens and were super impressed by the enormity of the work you did to restore the building and make it what it is again today.

  There were only 2 nice to haves and 1 must have for us. Nice to haves a sieve in the kitchen and a shaver and toothbrush charge point somewhere doesnt have to be in the bathroom but would be handy to have somewhere. Must have for us slightly higher fencing at the rear and lefthand corner of the property. Our long legged dog found it very interesting round the back there and we couldnt take our eyes off him when he was round the back because the wire fence was quite low. The cat that lived in the house down the drive was a great enticement LOL. And I can only imagine campers other dogs and outdoor food smells might be too much for our dog to resist come the camping months coming from the campsite next door. So we wouldn't be able to risk coming back in the summer, which is a shame, because we loved the spot so much, we would most certainly be tempted otherwise. Another winter stay would be lovely though. The wood burner was wonderful when it got going which was super easy. And although the TV chromecast didnt work for us for whatever reason the kids were happy with their laptops in their bedroom and we were happy with just watching the fire. Simple pleasures. The sunset through the gap in the trees was a delight. All in all a top location and a top holiday let. Thank you so much for all your work to make this place happen.

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• Helen - Verified booking

  We had a wonderful week at The Old Kitchens.

  A very different place to stay, the Lounge was out of this world, Bedrooms and Shower Room was just perfect too. The kitchen was in another world as well, every appliance and utensil you could possible need was there. We loved sitting at the bench/Island having our breakfast! The Highdown Pub just a few minutes down the Lane was heaven, lovely people, food great and the garden was secluded. Just across the road from there was the first class Camp Site and shop where you can pick up the things you had forgotten to bring. Also an outside area for Coffee/tea. The only down side to the Kitchens was the lack of heating in the Lounge, only two small heaters, not enough to heat such a large room. These only came on in the morning and evening. Also a Log/Coal burner which didn’t work too well. We unfortunately arrived in May and the weather was very mixed, Rain & Sun and very cold. I spent watching the Coronation with a blanket round me to keep warm! We never saw the Foxes, Badges and Bats, they must have been in their cosy habitat! We did see one Pigeon and a rabbit thou! But the views were magnificent. Loads of walks and places to visit, our favourite was Yarmouth, just a few miles up the road. The Waterfront Restaurants were very expensive but ok for a treat.

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• Dave - Verified booking

  We had a lovely week at Paddock View.

  The nice weather was a welcome bonus! Lesley and Steve were very friendly, and helpful hosts. The welcome basket was a lovely touch. The bedroom on the upper floor was very spacious and comfortable, with an en-suite. Good quality bed linen and towels. The downstairs area is open-plan, and spacious enough. However, we found the settee uncomfortable for anything more than 10 minutes The rental property is situated at the rear of the owner's home, accessed through the gardens. The photos in the listing include several images of the owner's property as well as the rental accommodation. Parking was a bit of an issue; there wasn't a dedicated space per se, and we had to shuffle spaces with the hosts' vehicles to gain access or exit. The use of the sun room / conservatory, like the gardens, were subject to the hosts not using them. Luckily, this was never an issue for us. The washing machine and laundry facilities are in the owner's house subject to a small charge for use, and consequently, to their being home!

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• Julie - Verified booking

  Just back from a super stay at this high quality property where it was so easy to immediately relax and settle in.

  All of us fell in love with our new home-from-home and did not want to leave. I had occasion to visit The Hayloft during my time as a Visit England assessor 6 years ago when the owners attained the prestigious Rose Award, and I vowed to return as a guest. After I left VE, The Hayloft always remained in my memory and it was a pleasure to finally return with friends, secure in the knowledge that we would be experiencing beautifully-appointed accommodation with exceptional standards of cleanliness. The kind hosts are ready to help and advise, without being intrusive, happy to give recommendations for dining venues and local information. Our highlights were the excellent facilities and amenities - they have thought of everything visitors could possibly need - and the magic of the wood burner which we tended while enjoying chat, drinks and laughter in the lounge. We loved The Hayloft and can't wait until our next visit.

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