Snaptrip says
Betty's Lodge in Morpeth, Northumberland, is a dog-friendly holiday rental that has received praise for its spaciousness, warmth, and quiet, well-maintained location. Guests have enjoyed the local walks and the proximity to nature. While some guests have highlighted the need for better cleanliness and maintenance, the lodge's comfort and the inclusion of dogs in the holiday experience have been appreciated.
Guests that stayed at this property said
Several reviews mention issues with cleanliness, such as a full vacuum cleaner, unclean windows, and items left by previous guests. However, not all reviews are negative, indicating some level of satisfaction with the cleanliness from other guests.
The location is frequently praised for its quietness, maintenance, and access to local walks, making it a brilliant spot to explore Northumberland. No negative comments about the location suggest that guests are generally pleased with it.
Comfort receives mixed reviews. Some guests found the beds comfortable and the lodge warm, while others reported issues with mattresses and heating. The balance of opinions suggests that while there is room for improvement, many guests found the lodge comfortable.
Guests have commented on the good amenities and the inclusion of a large cooker and fridge. However, there are several mentions of maintenance issues such as non-working radiators and showers, and a lack of a smart TV as advertised.
While some guests mentioned receiving a bottle of wine and other treats, others did not receive these gifts. As such, it's important to note that while these thoughtful touches are appreciated when provided, they are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Betty's Lodge is a delightful, detached lodge located in Swarland, Northumberland with excellent views across the holiday park. Set over a single-storey and sleeping up to four guests, Betty's Lodge offers a stylish home away from home feel for your next Northumberland adventure, within easy reach of Northumberland National Park and the east coast. The open-plan living space offers plenty of seating including 2 sets of recliners and a TV so you can unwind whilst catching up with your favourite shows, it also offers a modern kitchen which is certain to entice any budding chefs as well as a dining table to enjoy an evening meal with your loved ones. The property also offers two spacious bedrooms: a double with an en-suite shower room and a twin, so you don't have to fight over the bathroom in the morning, which has an elegant fitted bath and shower over so you can take a relaxing soak. Outside, the property benefits from two off-road parking spaces and a wrap-around decking area, with seating so you can take a refreshing beverage outside and enjoy the lovely views across the park, whilst watching the sunrise. The village of Swarland itself has a shop for any essentials, a pub, a café serving excellent coffee and meals, a children’s play area and tennis courts, and is also within easy reach of Northumberland County Zoo, a variety of local lakes, ideal for those who enjoy watersports, such as fishing and boating, whilst the nearby east coastline offers plenty of sandy beaches for family day trips. Just 8 miles away is Alnwick, with it's castle, which is famous as the setting for Hogwarts School in the Harry Potter films, and gardens, Europe's largest cascading water feature, an enormous tree house, a rose garden and an ornamental walled garden, as well as a good selection of shops, pubs and places to eat. Also in the area are optional boat trips to the famous Farne Islands, National Trust’s Cragside House and if you're interested in some history, then take a drive towards the restored medieval church of Brinkburn Priory, a Grade I listed building. There is something for all the family to enjoy, so choose Betty's Lodge as your base.
The village of Swarland has Nelsons, which serves coffee and meals, a children’s play area and tennis courts. It is eight miles from Alnwick where there is a good selection of shops, pubs and places to eat as well as a castle, gardens, Europe's largest cascading water feature, a tree house, a rose garden and an ornamental walled garden. Nearby there are golden sandy beaches, numerous castles and boat trips to the famous Farne Islands, Brinkburn Priory and the National Trust’s Cragside House and Gardens.
Accommodation
All-ground-floor.
The property for 2023 has been redecorated and also had new carpets, new decking, new curtains and a new bathroom fitted.
Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Gas central heating.
Range style electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer.
Smart TV, DVD player, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair available.
Off-road parking for two cars.
Enclosed decking area with furniture.
6 Well-behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 2.9 miles, pub 1.8 miles.
Note: Though the property is all on the ground floor, there are steps leading up to the front door and may not be suitable for those with limited mobility.
Please note: this property takes up to 6 dogs.
Please note: that the fireplace is for decorative purposes only.
Nearby points of interest
- Northumberland Country Zoo
- Alnwick Castle
Reviews (14)
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Kelvin
We thought we would be coming away with flu. Central heating went off. I rang The property's people to come get it started. He gave me instructions on phone. We did nt like that. It was pouring down that day I had to go look at the gas bottles outside. Surely this should have been checked before we came on holiday. Am afraid we won't be coming back again to Betty s Lodge.
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Vanessa
beds lovely and comfy may need to get an Emma mattress for home now only comment would be change dishwasher for a washing machine and a broom would be great for the decking area as lots of grass being walked in following grass cut but really lovely would recommend 100%
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Jackie
Felt that a welcome pack with more details and information, eg ideas of places to visit locally and recommendations of places to eat would have been more helpful rather than a couple of laminated sheets of instructions for Wi-Fi , map of site and gas supply .