Acacia Lodge

ID: S1311099

  • Bedrooms 3
  • ・ Sleeps 5
  • ・ Pets 1

Guests say

Acacia Lodge is praised for its great location, cleanliness, and pet-friendly environment. Guests appreciate the stunning surroundings, friendly community, and on-site amenities. The lodge is well-equipped, including for disabled guests, and offers a relaxing atmosphere with beautiful marina walks and local dining options. Some concerns about maintenance and comfort are noted, but overall experiences are very positive.

The lodge is consistently described as clean and well-kept, with multiple reviews affirming its tidiness. This suggests a high standard of cleanliness that guests appreciate.

The location is highly praised for its stunning surroundings, friendly atmosphere, and proximity to local shops and restaurants. The marina setting and availability of walks make it a desirable destination.

Comfort receives mixed reviews. While the lodge is generally seen as relaxing and well-equipped, some guests find the beds hard and the wooden floors challenging for pets. Overall, comfort is satisfactory but with room for improvement.

Facilities are well-regarded, especially for disabled guests, but there are several mentions of maintenance issues such as worn-out items and potential safety concerns with the deck and electrical sockets. These indicate a need for attention to facilities and maintenance.

There are no specific mentions of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the hosts. Therefore, it is not possible to provide a score in this category.

About this property

Acacia Lodge is situated on the meadow, overlooking the marina waters with a full-sized double veranda, facing south and west to ensure both day and evening sun.. All on the

Ground Floor:

Open plan living space.

Living area: 42" Smart TV, DVD Player

Dining area.

Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer

Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Freeview TV

Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet

Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Freeview TV

Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed, Freeview TV

Bathroom: Bath, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.

Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Wi-Fi . Travel cot and highchair. Wheelchair. Welcome pack . Front garden with garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Acacia Lodge is situated on the meadow, overlooking the marina waters with a full-sized double veranda, facing south and west to ensure both day and evening sun. The interior is furnished with oak and leather furniture and has 3 bedrooms with three single beds and a double bedroom that has access to its own large shower and en-suite facilities, and with a baby travel cot. The lodge is approached by a tarmac footpath with a slight incline, thereby removing the need for any steps to access the Lodge or veranda. There is a TV in each room and ipod clock radio for your use. Also, there is a smart DVD player/recorder with internet Wi-Fi for your enjoyment (Wi-Fi codes sold separately), and a 3D 42” TV.

The living/dining/kitchen room includes all the usual appliances, with the added benefit of a separate washing machine and dryer. Acacia Lodge is wheelchair accessible with toilet aids and shower seat and meets National Accessible Scheme M2 - Typically suitable for a person with restricted walking ability and for those who may need to use a wheelchair (please note, the en-suite shower room will not fit a wheelchair). Also, on offer for use around the marina is a wheelchair.

Nestled in the award-winning largest inland marina in Europe, this really is the perfect base to explore all that the local area has to offer. Why not take advantage of the Boardwalk, a promenade of 6 boutique retailers, centred around a fabulous two storey bar and restaurant. From here you front onto a raised wooden walkway offering terrific views of the water, boats, and wildlife. You will also discover a sensory garden at the end of The Boardwalk to sit and relax and watch the world go by.

Close by Findern is a lovely village situated about six miles west of Derby. The village green is overlooked by All Saints Parish Church where a carved semi-circular stone or ’tympanum’ discovered when the previous Norman Church was demolished in 1862, is preserved. There are great walks in the area and it is a great base to explore the Peak District with its market towns of Bakewell and Ashbourne, as well as its many pretty villages. Also, the National Trust properties of Calke Abbey, Kedleston Hall and Sudbury Hall with its museum of childhood are all within 10 miles.

A little further is the National Trust owned Hardwick Hall, and the Duke of Devonshire’s Chatsworth Estate with its annual country fair and Adventure Farm for children. The National Memorial Arboretum and the rich heritage of Burton-on-Trent with its fantastic National Brewery Centre Museum is just down the road. You can also venture into the National Forest with the award-winning Conkers attraction just 10 miles away, plus Castle Donnington racetrack is just 20 minutes’ drive and Alton Towers is 30 minutes’ away. With so much to do and a beautifully designed lodge, what more could you ask for?

Suitable for up to 1 pet

Nearby points of interest

  • Kedleston Hall
  • Castle Donington Museum

Reviews (12)

  • Confirmed Guest

    100% want to go back there it was absolutely fantastic. So much space in the lodge and had everything that you needed if not more.. such lovely walks and place to eat..we ended up staying an extra night as we were all was having such a wonderful time...I would highly recommend the lodge

  • Janet Clark

    Another enjoyable stay at this lodge, could do with large roasting trays. otherwise all is good.

  • Ian Brookes

    Great location and accommodation really enjoyed are stay wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it to others

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