Guests say
Gisburn Forest Lodge is highly praised for its beautiful setting, cleanliness, and comfort. Guests enjoyed the peaceful location, the well-equipped lodge, and the added luxury of a hot tub. The property is ideal for both relaxation and exploring the nearby areas. While some minor maintenance issues were noted, the overall experience was delightful, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
The lodge consistently receives compliments for its cleanliness, with guests noting it as lovely, clean, and tidy. The provision of ample towels and freshly laundered items contributed to the high standards observed.
The secluded and peaceful setting of the lodge is frequently mentioned with enthusiasm. Guests appreciate the beautiful views and the proximity to local attractions, despite some comments about the challenging access road.
Comfort is highlighted with guests finding the lodge cosy and the beds comfortable. The outdoor space and hot tub are particularly appreciated for relaxation. Some guests mentioned a need for better lighting and more accessible storage, slightly affecting the comfort score.
The lodge is well-equipped, with a special mention of the kitchen and hot tub. However, some guests noted areas for improvement such as lighting, fridge size, and outdoor maintenance, indicating room for enhancement in facilities and maintenance.
While many guests were delighted by the thoughtful touches like Prosecco and chocolates, these gifts are not guaranteed and may vary per stay. The consistent mention of these gestures indicates a high level of thoughtfulness, but without a guarantee, a score cannot be provided.
About this property
Wigglesworth 2.7 miles. This delightful, detached, handcrafted log cabin is situated in a quiet secluded spot, within two acres of its own grounds on the outskirts of Tosside on the border of North Yorkshire and Lancashire. Gisburn Forest Lodge provides the perfect countryside retreat for couples, small families or groups of friends hoping to get away from it all and enjoy the wonders of this fantastic area, with the added bonus of a private hot tub. Boasting natural character and charm and overlooked by nothing but the peaceful surrounding countryside, the lodge creates the refreshing feeling of being in the great outdoors that only a rustic timber lodge can. Head inside to find a large and well-equipped kitchen where you can whip up some family meals with the excellent appliances. Relax in the living/dining room where a large corner sofa awaits you after a long day of walks, with an impressive flat screen HD TV to enjoy too, before joining the group around the dining table to tuck into your feast. French doors lead outside to beautiful decking and your very own private hot tub overlooking the lawned garden; the perfect spot to enjoy the delightful cottage grounds and views beyond. Wonderfully isolated, the lodge's grounds are home to two resident pheasants and a little robin, keen to show off his handsome red plumage. Deer can often be seen across the beck, while sheep graze in the nearby fields and bats flutter across the star-spangled night sky. Settle down in one of the three delightful bedrooms after another fun-filled day, with a master double bedroom boasting an en-suite shower room, along with a twin room and a single, the latter two served by the family bathroom. Begin exploring the area with some local walks or challenging bike rides beginning right from your doorstep, with the luxury of the bubbling hot tub to look forward to later on. Just a short stroll from the lodge is the Crowtrees Inn where you can enjoy live Saturday night entertainment alongside excellent food and a games room, whilst the neighbouring village of Wigglesworth is home to a local Post Office with a shop inside and a pub too. This area is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts thanks to the many outdoor activities and pursuits available to do in the area, from pony trekking, to golf, to caving and even trout fishing at the Stocks Reservoir, there's sure to be something to suit everyone! An easy drive can bring you to the Gisburn Forest Bike Trail offering fantastic mountain biking for all abilities. Heading a little further afield can bring you to White Scar Caves, the Settle-Carlisle Railway, the famous Ribblehead Viaduct, Malham Cove and Bolton Abbey, to name a few, so you'll never be short of options.
Lying in the Ribblesdale valley is the charming village of Wigglesworth, nestled between the Yorkshire Dales National Park and the Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The village is home to a local Post Office with a shop inside, along with a pub, offering all the self-catering essentials. Nearby the Yorkshire Dales provide a wealth of walking and cycling routes to enjoy, whilst further natural wonder can be delighted with walks in the Forest of Bowland. Discover Skipton on a day out and explore Skipton Castle and the Embsay to Bolton Steam Railway.
Accommodation
All-ground-floor.
Three bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin, 1 x single.
Bathroom with bath, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Living/dining room
Oil central heating.
Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio, iPod dock, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair available on request.
Off-road parking for five cars.
Lawned garden with decking, private hot tub and furniture.
Front lawned area with furniture.
Two well behaved pets welcome.
No smoking.
Shop 2.6 miles, pub 0.4 miles.
Note: Lodge accessed via three steps at front with ramped access to rear of property.
Note: Check-in 5pm, check-out 11am.
Note: Strictly no smoking or barbecues allowed in property and its grounds.
Note: No stag/hen parties or similar
Nearby points of interest
- Gordale Scar
- Skipton Castle
Reviews (26)
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Neil
We loved it so much we went from 14th to 21st October and are already booking for next April,so peaceful,relaxing and great for our dogs
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Ann
Communication was excellent with queries swiftly answered. We were lucky to have great weather during our stay although there had been nothing but rain in the previous weeks. The lodge is spotless and very comfortable. The bed was sooo comfy if very high! Loads of towels, kitchen well equipped although no welcome pack so you need to take all food you will need. Nice bottle of Prosecco and chocolates made up for that! Hot tub divine. Only negative is that awful track to it. Huge water filled potholes (because of the previous rain) impossible to avoid made for very nervous trips down it. Our car is low so we dreaded the journey every time and it will be spending a long time in the car wash! It is a fabulously secluded place and would love to stay again but only if there had been good weather previously.
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Glenda
Middle of nowhere.. so quiet. Just what we needed. Did visit places every day some lovely local villages. Waterfalls, holes. Yes we went up a hill path to see the hull pot. And ate at some wonderful local cafeâs and public houses. Oh and the jacuzzi was a plus. Thank you. Ps. Our dogs loved the garden too. Perfect get away.