Guests say
Matfen Lodge in Northumberland offers a tranquil retreat with beautiful surroundings. Guests appreciate the lodge's cleanliness, cosy atmosphere, and the peaceful location. While some guests mention issues with maintenance and a lack of modern comforts, the charm of the area and the property's potential shine through. The proximity to local pubs and the countryside appeal to many visitors.
Reviews on cleanliness are mixed, with several guests finding the lodge tidy and others noting it could benefit from a deeper clean. Cobwebs, dust, and dead insects were mentioned, suggesting room for improvement.
The location is generally praised for its tranquillity and proximity to local amenities and pubs. However, some guests felt the need to drive to access walking trails, slightly impacting the score.
Comfort receives a moderate score due to mixed feedback. While some guests found the lodge cosy and the beds clean, others reported uncomfortable furniture and issues with the showers and seating arrangements.
Facilities and maintenance issues are a concern, with reports of inadequate kitchenware, electrical problems, and a lack of WiFi. Positive notes on the lodge's warmth and space partially offset these concerns.
There is insufficient information to score thoughtfulness accurately. While some guests mentioned a welcome pack, it is not clear if this is a consistent offering, and as such, it cannot be guaranteed.
About this property
A lovely timber lodge lying amidst the Northumberland countryside, settled on private land in the village of Longframlington. Matfen offers a group of six friends or family a tranquil retreat in this great touring location, near to the Northumberland National Park, a host of attractions and within reach of the coast. Find the charming open-plan living space to be home to a rich and welcoming interior, with hues of cream and brown alongside natural wood creating a contemporary take on country style. The stylish kitchen holds an electric oven with a gas hob for making some delicious home-cooked meals, alongside a great selection of appliances.
Dine at the elegant dining table with sleek cream seats, with streams of light coming through the attractive floor-length, arched window behind. Two plush sofas each seating three offer a sumptuous spot to unwind, with a TV to watch an entertaining film on with your loved ones amidst. Settle in one of the three beautifully-presented bedrooms, with the master double benefitting from an en-suite shower room, with a further double bedroom, and finally a bunk bedroom, all served by the gleaming wetroom with walk-in shower. Explore the hidden gems of Northumberland before returning to your timber lodge retreat at Matfen. Note: This property can be booked alongside Ref.
1045023, together sleeping up to 12 guests.
The pretty village of Fadmoor, dotted with old stone cottages, nestles amidst the beautiful countryside of the North York Moors National Park, 2.5 miles from the attractive market town of Kirkbymoorside. Kirkbymoorside is a charming place with a slightly 'old fashioned feel', and visitors will find plenty to keep them occupied in the many tea rooms, pubs and restaurants there. There is even an 18-hole course for golf enthusiasts. The excellent walking and magnificent scenery of the National Park are on the doorstep, and there are many picturesque villages, such as Hutton-le-Hole, close by. Pickering, the base of the North York Moors Steam Railway, is a must for all visitors, or why not enjoy the area’s museums, castles, trout fishing and local market towns. In addition, both the city of York and the resorts of the East Coast are within easy driving distance.
Accommodation
All-ground-floor.
Three bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x double, 1 x bunk room.
Wetroom with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, TV.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for one car.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop within 0.9 miles, pub within 0.8 miles.
Note: laundry room with coin-operated washer/dryer on site
Reviews (26)
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Cath
The lack of WiFi meant we could reconnect and do things IRL. The lodge is spotlessly clean, warm and welcoming, perfect for a quiet base to get out exploring the local area. The host Mandy was brilliant. The welcome pack was nice and we had everything and more required for a wonderful stay. Weâre already planning and booking our next trip
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Gillian
Comfy beds, and very quiet.
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Stephen
Not that there was a proper road. The lodge was ok. The interior looked nothing like the pictures on Sykes website. A lot of dust round the windows and air vents in the bathrooms. The welcome biscuits, milk and wine were a nice touch. Sadly the site feels very run down and unloved