Guests say
Guests have enjoyed Hazelwood Lodge for its tranquillity, well-equipped amenities, and picturesque setting. The hot tub and pool table are popular features, and the property's cleanliness and cosiness are frequently praised. The remote location offers stunning views and dark skies ideal for stargazing, though it requires driving to access shops and attractions. Some guests mentioned lovely welcome touches upon arrival.
The lodge is consistently described as clean and tidy, with only minor comments about it being 'a little tired' in places. The hot tub cleanliness was maintained by guests when needed.
The secluded forest setting is appreciated for its beauty and tranquillity, with stunning views and dark skies. However, the remoteness requires driving to access shops and attractions, which may not suit everyone.
The lodge is considered cosy and relaxing, with an upstairs living room/bar area and terrace. The presence of a pool table and darts adds to the comfort. However, the pool's condition detracted from the overall comfort for some.
Facilities like the hot tub and pool table are highlights, but the pool was a disappointment for being closed and not swimmable. The lodge is well-equipped, but some areas may need updating.
While guests mentioned welcome touches such as cakes and hot cross buns, there is not enough information to determine if such gestures are consistent or guaranteed, thus a score cannot be provided.
About this property
Hazelwood Lodge, a fabulous, two-bedroom abode is nestled in the picturesque village of High Bickington, Devon, close to the Exmoor National Park. Offering the perfect escape for families, friends and couples and with off-road parking, a smart TV and a wonderful location in amongst the picturesque Devon countryside, Hazelwood Lodge is an ideal base for escaping day-to-day life. Step into the homely interiors and settle in for a memorable stay; the kitchen/diner is the perfect spot to cook up a feast for all the family, before relaxing in the mezzanine-style sitting room with a sofa bed and balcony. Curl up on the sofa with a glass of something special or, if the weather permits, wander out onto the enclosed balcony where you can marvel at your surroundings a little while longer or indulge a long soak in the tub. Head back downstairs to wash away the day in the sleek shower room before fining two delightful bedrooms; a double with a handy en-suite, and a twin. When you’re ready to explore the area, you’ll find the village of Umberleigh nearby, where you can marvel in the beauty of the River Taw and the verdant pastures of the countryside. Further west, you can visit the ancient market town of Chulmleigh, offering an array of delightful pubs and eateries that serve a range of delicious local cuisines, and, for all your shopping needs head to the larger town of Barnstaple for its impressive selection of shops, plus a selection of museums and galleries to explore. If you’re craving outdoor adventure, head into the Exmoor National Park where you can discover Landacre Bridge, the National Trust site of Watersmeet, Exmoor Owl and Hawk Centre and the Lynton and Barnstaple Railway Company, in addition to a plethora of lovely beaches. With so much to love at Hazelwood Lodge, you won’t want to leave!
The small rural North Devon village of High Bickington is set in the area known as 'Tarka country'. On a ridge above the Taw Valley boasting views towards Exmoor and Dartmoor, the village offers a Post Office, two pubs, a holistic beauty salon and Libbaton golf course. The small village of Umberleigh is only five miles away and has a railway station where trains run on the Tarka Line to Barnstaple or Exeter. Within driving distance is the historic town of Great Torrington, where you will find independent shops and Dartington glassworks where visitors can watch in wonder at the glassblowers, plus on the outskirts of town is Rosemoor, a garden of national importance with forty acres to delight and inspire a wide range of visitors. This area of North Devon has something for everyone including country walks, fishing and golf, as well as good access to a selection of wonderful beaches.
Accommodation
Two ground-floor bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin.
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Mezzanine-style sitting room with travel bed and balcony
Gas central heating.
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
Smart TV, WiFi, pool table.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 1 car, additional onsite parking available.
Enclosed balcony with furniture and hot tub.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 2 miles.
Note: Guests also have access to a shared outside swimming pool which is open from May until September.
Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out at 10am
Reviews (8)
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Sarah
It's very spacious, light and airy. I'm really pleased for the good quality black out blinds, as I normally use a night mask. When we visited, it was very quite. Only a few other holiday homes where being used. This meant the balcony and hot tub felt very secluded. Its was a real pleasure watching the bats fly around, listening to the owls and star gazing! It was an added advantage having a washing machine and clothes airer. The house was well equipped with additional things like dog bowl, poo bags and dog treats. A welcome gift of milk, scones and clotted cream was a lovely touch. We had a small maintenance issue. However, after sending a text to the contact number, it quickly got sorted out within a couple of hours. I feel the only downside to this holiday area, is its very remote. Be prepared to drive everywhere. Even though the local pub is about 1 mile away, you need to walk down a fast windy road with no pavements or streetlights. As we were with our dog, this was just not an option. There is a beautiful walk on the other side of the road, through the woods. However, be prepared to climb some serious hills! I wouldn't visit the holiday homes because of the 'swimming pool'. I actually feel that the swimming pool area was an eye sore and would much better be made into a grassed area/garden/pond/water feature etc. However, this did not affect our stay and would definitely recommend staying.
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Shivaun
It was one of the main reasons I booked this property so we were very disappointed that it was not in use. The sign said closed and there was hardly any water in there and it was evident that it had not been cleaned or looked after in a while. It did not spoil our holiday but I really think it either needs to be removed from the description to avoid further disappointment.
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Yvonne
The property is very well equipped and secure with the added benefits of a hot tub and pool table. Beautiful picturesque walks and great location for exploring local market towns and beaches. Very relaxed holiday, thank you!