Ponsford Ponds - Goosedown Lodge
ID: S1310467
- Bedrooms 1
- ・ Sleeps 2
- ・ Pets No
Guests say
Goosedown Lodge is highly praised for its peaceful, picturesque setting and relaxing atmosphere, making it ideal for a tranquil getaway. Guests consistently mention the beautiful views, privacy, and excellent hot tub and log burner. The lodge is well-equipped and the hosts are friendly and responsive. While most found the accommodation clean and comfortable, a few noted minor maintenance issues and a firm bed. Thoughtful touches such as blankets and candles were appreciated by some guests. Overall, the property offers a charming and restful retreat, with many guests eager to return and recommend it to others.
Most guests found the lodge clean and tidy on arrival, though a small number mentioned minor cleanliness or maintenance issues. Overall, cleanliness is rated highly.
The location is frequently described as beautiful, peaceful, and private, with lovely views and easy access to nature and local amenities.
Guests generally found the lodge comfortable and spacious, but several reviews mention the bed being quite hard or made up of two singles, which affected comfort for some.
Facilities such as the hot tub, log burner, and fishing are highly praised. Some minor issues with kitchen equipment and Wi-Fi were noted, but overall facilities are well-received.
Personal touches like blankets and candles were appreciated by some guests, but please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Goosedown Lodge is the perfect way to try luxury glamping in the South West countryside, with your very own private hot tub and easy access to the rest of Devon.. 3 steps to entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview Smart TV, Woodburner
Dining area: Electric Fire
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher
Bedroom: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Welcome pack. Decking with garden furniture and barbecue. Hot tub for 4 (private). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: No children. The property is next to an unfenced lake and has a natural water supply from a borehole.. Goosedown Lodge is a luxurious, one-bedroom retreat overlooking the fishing lakes at Ponsford Ponds on the fringe of the Blackdown Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This is the ultimate glamping experience with a shower room, bedroom and a spacious open-plan living space, plus there is also a hot tub for private use. The living area has a two-seater sofa, Smart TV, electric fire and a wood burner which makes the property super cosy in the winter. Outside, guests will enjoy private use of their own decked area overlooking the lake with a 4-seater hot tub and a set of table and chairs. The bedroom has a comfortable super kingsize bed which can be setup with twin beds if requested.
Ponsford Ponds offers private fishing at no additional cost, with a ¾-acre pond filled with mirror and common carp up to 10lbs, various silver fish, bream, roach, rudd and perch. An additional specimen pond is available with carp up to 20lb, and is 220 yards away.
The M5 motorway is just a 10-minute drive from the accommodation, the town of Cullompton is a 5-minute drive and the cathedral city of Exeter is 20 minutes. The award-winning North Devon coastline is within an hour’s drive with its golden sandy surfing beaches, and the fascinating Jurassic South Devon coastal beauty spots are within a 30-minute drive. The National Parks of Exmoor and Dartmoor are both within an easy 50-minute drive, showcasing rolling wild green moorlands where you will find breathtaking scenery.
Cullompton is a traditional market town which has a wide range of independent shops, cafés and public houses. Coldharbour Woollen Mill can be found just outside of the town centre, as can the National Trust properties of Killerton and Knightshayes. Other tourist attractions include Diggerland, The Bear Trail and Quad World. The Grand Western Canal, with its famous horse drawn narrowboats and family boat hire, is just 3 miles away, and Tiverton Castle, Bickleigh Mill and the Fisherman’s Cot pub and bridge (said to be the inspiration for ‘Bridge Over Troubled Water’) are all within a 15-minute drive. With delightful walks right on your doorstep, Goosedown Lodge is perfect for guests looking to enjoy the peace and quiet of a Devon beauty spot.
Free WiFi
The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply.
No children or babies allowed.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Nearby points of interest
- Diggerland Devon
- Powderham Castle
Reviews (19)
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Confirmed Guest
We spent our wedding anniversary week at goosedown Lodge, my husband enjoyed the fishing had a lovely veiws and enjoyed the quietest and wildlife, and so peaceful. The lodge is spacious and comfortable we enjoyed having our meals outside the lodge by the pond, also enjoyed having a barbecue, hot tub we enjoyed very much lovely lights around it. We recommend the Italian restaurant in the town, Al Dente, Only downside was cleanless of the lodge, and some maintenance like broken drawer, lack of equipment in the kitchen had to buy a couple of things to cook, this just minor things that can be rectify...we would love to come again.
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Riley
it was a lovely place to stay. very peaceful!
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Rhiannon
We had a wonderful time at Goosedown Lodge. The location is beautiful and very peaceful. The only thing that wasnt as described was that there is Wi-Fi. It was there and you could connect but it didnt work. Not a huge deal for us but could be for other people if they need acces to the internet as the signal wasnt the best inside the hut. Overall a wonderful experience and the Italian restaurant in town was great!