Guests say
Waterside Lodge One offers a picturesque canal-side location with well-equipped kitchen, clean hot tub, and comfortable beds. Guests appreciate the cleanliness, the wildlife views, and the thoughtful touches like provided logs and kitchen essentials. Some concerns were raised about storage space and heating, but overall experiences were positive, with friendly staff and a willingness to return.
The lodge is consistently described as beautifully clean, with specific praise for the spotless accommodation and the thorough cleaning of the hot tub prior to arrival. One mention of a dishwasher not being emptied slightly affects the score.
The location is highly praised for its lovely canal views and proximity to local attractions. The scenic walks to nearby towns and the peaceful setting contribute to a positive experience, although the entrance signage could be improved.
The lodge's comfort is well-regarded, with ample space and lovely bathrooms. Comfortable beds and a great layout are noted, but the lack of storage space and inadequate heating for some guests slightly lower the score.
Facilities are generally excellent, including a well-equipped kitchen and clean hot tub. However, the need for stair renovation and issues with a stair gate and broken glasses indicate some areas for maintenance improvement.
Guests have mentioned appreciative touches such as provided logs, tea, coffee, and washing up essentials, which demonstrate thoughtfulness. However, as gifts are not guaranteed, this category cannot be scored.
About this property
A wonderful three storey lodge complete with hot tub, boasting a waterside setting.. 3 steps to entrance.
Lower Ground Floor:
Bedroom 1: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request), Freeview TV
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ground Floor:
Bedroom 3: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 4: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
First Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV, Woodburner, Bi-Fold Doors Leading To Balcony
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine.
Electric central heating (underfloor in bathrooms), electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available on request. Welcome pack. 12 steps to decked area with garden furniture. Decked balcony. 40-acre grounds with woodland (shared with other properties on-site). Hot tub for 6 (private). Private parking for 4 cars. No smoking. Please note: There are 8 steps to the fenced lake and 550 yards canal frontage in the grounds.. Offering beautiful panoramic rural views, these bespoke, semi-detached wooden lodges, complete with hot tubs, hold an enviable waterside location beside lakes, canals, and woodland. Located in the prestigious Ashgrove Country Park, once the pleasure grounds for Ashgrove Hall, you are surrounded by 40 acres of estate parkland with the development being dubbed as ’the best kept secret in Calderdale’.
Split over three levels, each of the lodges has an open plan living space on the top floor complete with bi-folding doors that can open out onto a decked balcony with stunning views. The middle floor offers a bedroom with en-suite facilities, a second bedroom, and a family bathroom. On the lower level, you’ll find two more bedrooms of which one is glass-fronted, with generous en-suite facilities, and uniquely opens out onto a spacious decked terrace overlooking the waterfront. From the moment you arrive drive through the pillared entrance, and proceed down the tree-lined sweeping driveway, the location is idyllic.
Set between the Calderdale towns of Brighouse and Elland, both approximately 5 minutes’ drive away, and just 10 minutes from Halifax, you are surrounded by beautiful West Yorkshire countryside, yet within easy reach of shops, pubs and restaurants. A much sought-after lakeside bar and restaurant are just ½ mile down the road, and uniquely Elland is home to one of Britain’s oldest surviving purpose-built cinemas, as well as a popular and independent microbrewery. Brighouse is a vibrant yet traditional town with ample amenities, a weekly market, and a reputation for hosting great festivals. It also has its own train station which provides connections to a variety of West Yorkshire towns and villages, including Hebden Bridge and Halifax, as well as offering direct services to the major tourist attractions of both Manchester and Leeds. Within a 15-minute drive you’ll reach the wonderful hidden gem of Piece Hall, and Grade II listed Shibden Hall most recognisable from BBC’s ’Gentleman Jack’. For those with children, Eureka! The National Children’s Museum is also just 15 minutes drive. The beautiful cobbled streets of Haworth, once home to the famous Brontë sisters, can be reached in around 30 minutes, and both the Yorkshire Dales and Peak District National Park in under an hour and a half. Shop 2 miles, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
The properties can be booked together to accommodate larger groups.
Free WiFi
There are steps or steep slopes in the garden.
There are steps to the property.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Beaumont Park
- Pugneys Country Park
- Gaddings Dam
- Dove Stone Reservoir
- Yorkshire Sculpture Park
Reviews (6)
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Joanna Brobbel
Perfect lodge, had everything we needed including towels, tea towel, washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets, tea, coffee and sugarThe only negative I could find was the entrance to where the lodges are isn’t marked up, we ended up going past it
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Dixon Jill
Great location for visiting the canals and villages of Calderdale. Lovely view from the top floor. Ideal for canal walks into Elland or Brighouse. Piece Hall only 15 minutes drive, and 30 minutes to Hebdon Bridge and Haworth. All worth a visit. We were a part of 4 plus dog. Whilst the lodge was beautifully clean my only criticism would be lack of storage space in bedroom and no pint or tall glasses. We stayed for a week and living out of cases isn't ideal. Overall still a great stay with lovely staff.
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Confirmed Guest
There’s not enough clothes storage (apart from the master bedroom, even this had no wardrobe). This is the only reason I marked it down. If you are staying for a full week in one of the other rooms; you would struggle. Not even room to live out of your suitcase. Otherwise had a great time watching the wildlife on the lake, the well equipped kitchen and the jacuzzi.