“Sykes was very helpful with the booking.”
unfortunately, we had to change to a larger property two weeks before and they went out of their way to accommodate us, as we feared we may have had to cancel the holiday.
The lodge was, spacious, clean and comfortable, the only problem we found with 3 families going away together with just two cars, there was not a great deal to do in walking distance, there was a bus stop at the entrance, there is also a train station on the outskirts of the town (but we did not view the timetables or use either of them) Beaches were at least half hour drive away. Although there were some beautiful walks in driving distance. We ate in most evenings but did go to the restaurant on site once the food was really nice and not badly priced, the staff were very helpful and friendly, going in April 14th-21st was reasonably quiet both in the restaurant and around the grounds, which the staff worked very hard to keep clean and tidy - daily. Due to the stream running alongside the lodge premises, during the evenings there were a lot of gnats (this is an observation, not a complaint, so don't forget your insect candles for evenings on the balcony and sprays or creams). And the views of the sun rising from the balcony in the morning was amazing. The kids made the most of the swimming pool and games room and the adults spent time in the gym.
It was surprising how many places were dog-friendly this made our holiday stress free, as dogs are not allowed to be left alone in the lodge (our little Jack Russel had a wonderful week) she was allowed in the site restaurant, and restaurants near beaches (but do check if dogs are allowed on beaches before planning your day) she was not allowed on one of them.
Tescos Superstore is a ten-minute drive away, close to the high street shops, where there was also a Waitrose, Subway, kebab takeaways, as well as the usual pharmacies and pubs - returning from our daily trips out we came across a few Aldi's and Morrisons. (car parks cost around £7 for the whole day, so keep plenty of change handy there is also a charge at some of the national trusts for parking)
I would definitely recommend the lodge and the site, we will definitely return.