Guests say
Manderine Lodge is praised for its well-equipped kitchen, beautiful location, and thoughtful touches like welcome gifts. The hot tub is a highlight, though some cleanliness issues are noted. It's a comfortable stay overall, with a few maintenance points that could be improved.
Guests generally found the lodge clean but noted some issues such as a mouldy bathroom, stained carpets, and a dirty veranda. The hot tub cleanliness was inconsistent, with some guests finding it well-maintained and others noting scum.
The lodge is well-located, surrounded by beautiful countryside, with easy access to beaches, walks, and local attractions. One review mentioned a muddy walk to a local bar, suggesting room for minor improvements.
The lodge is described as homely and spacious, but some guests reported worn furniture and uncomfortable seating. The property felt spacious for families and pets.
Facilities like the kitchen and hot tub are appreciated, but several reviews mention maintenance issues such as a weak shower, noisy bathroom extractor, and outdated TV. The lodge is well-equipped for a holiday stay.
Guests appreciated the thoughtful touches like wine, crisps, and dog food. While these gifts enhance the experience, they are subject to availability and not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Felton 2.8 miles. Nestled on the outskirts of the charming village of Felton, Northumberland on the Percy Wood Country Park is Manderine Lodge. This wonderful, dog-friendly lodge benefits from a welcoming, open-plan interior with two well-appointed bedrooms, off-road parking, and a decked veranda with hot tub, as well as a fantastic location on a site with amenities including a sports court, golf course, adventure playground, its own woods and a close proximity to the picturesque Northumberland National Park; the perfect setting for families. Head into your new home-from-home where the warmth of the electric flame-effect stove greets you after a day of exploration, unwind on the plush sofa in front of the Smart TV or step into the fully-equipped kitchen where you can rustle up hearty meals. Enjoy these as a family at the dining table or indulge in an alfresco affair on the wrap-around decking, where tranquil birdsong is the soundtrack to your meal. Later, enjoy a soothing soak in the hot tub and watch on as the stars fill the sky before heading inside to wash away the day’s adventures in the bathroom; you can then slope off to sleep in either the king-size with en-suite shower room or the twin with TV. If you can tear yourself away from this wonderful park venture into the nearby village of Felton where you can pick up all the necessities for your self-catered stay or treat your loved ones to a break from the kitchen with a delicious meal at The Northumberland Arms. The fabulous, Northumberland Zoo is only a short drive from Mandarine Lodge, showcasing a variety of exotic wildlife including snow leopards and lemurs; a guaranteed day of fun for the whole family! History is woven throughout the surrounding countryside; explore the National Trust site of Cragside, the riverside ruins of Edlingham Castle or venture to Alnwick to tour its breath-taking castle which may look familiar to eagle-eyed Harry Potter fans. The coast is also easily accessible, travel to Warkworth where its wonderful castle overlooks the stunning golden shores of Warkworth Beach or take a boat trip from Amble to explore the open water, you may even spot the resident puffins and grey seals. All this and more awaits you at Manderine Lodge.
The beautiful village of Felton is nestled in rural Northumberland, between Morpeth to the south and Alnwick to the north. Alnwick, home to the largest cascading water feature in Europe as well as an immense tree house, a rose garden, and an elegant walled garden, is only 10 miles away from the village, and the town itself contains a post office, coffee shop, tavern, and restaurant. The castle also gained notoriety as Hogwarts in the "Harry Potter" movie. There is lots to see and do in the area around Alnwick, including miles of golden sand beaches, multiple castles, and boat tours to the famous Farne Islands. The perfect base from which to explore the beautiful Heritage Coast of Northumberland.
Accommodation
Single-storey.
Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x twin with TV.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with electric flame-effect stove
Gas central heating.
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, and fridge with ice-box.
Smart TV, TV and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 1 car.
Wrap-around veranda with furniture and hot tub.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 2.9 miles and pub 0.7 miles.
Note: There are a few steps up to the lodge, please take care.
Note: Please bring your own towels for outdoor use when enjoying the hot tub.
Reviews (12)
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Maxine
Clean and comfortable . Hot tub could do with being undercover. Great place. Great location for the coast.Will be returning.
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Maurice
It turned out to be the shower attachment to the mixer tap had a leak so we could not use it. The hot tub was good but the area was dirty and the cover was very heavy and awkward to cope with, we are both in our 80s. A gate at the top of the access steps would be good when visitors like us had a dog. Overall we enjoyed our stay at Manderine Lodge and Northumberland.
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Lucinda
A lovely homely lodge, lots of thought and attention to make it comfortable and dog friendly which is a must for us. Our only feedback was that the hot tub had a bit of scumy dirt around the water level and seemed like it hadn't been cleaned. The TV signal was really poor, as was the wifi. I think if the TV signal and possibly the wifi could be sorted out it would be a great improvement. Thank you for a wonderful stay, would thoroughly recommend staying here. Bests Lucie and Bernie