Hot Tub Lodge in Bonvilston near Cardiff

Amazing setting and well equipped lodge fantastic hosting and has all amenities close by

The property was beautiful and felt very homely. It was nice and clean and had everything you need. Small details make a big difference and owners made sure there was everything you may need.

The hosts were exceptional, I received great communication before and during the stay. Making sure everything was fine and asking if I needed anything extra (which I didn't as the property and it's facilities were outstanding) I made a request to have an earlier check in time, this wasn't a problem, a small extra fee (which I was happy to pay) and it was done. Great flexibility. The host also gave an extensive welcome message, with all the information needed for my stay. Great local insights like things to do and food recommendations, something people take for granted with Google being so widely used, however, the one restaurant that was recommended by our host did not come up on Google. We visited said restaurant and it was excellent. This really shows local knowledge trumps any search engine or forums available. The facilities were outstanding. The building itself had ample room, far more room for just the two of us during my visit. The kitchen had everything you could need, pots, pans, coffee (both instant and use of the coffee machine) cutlery cooking utensils even washing up liquid and cooking oil (usually the things that we buy before as no one goes to that much effort) The main bedroom (with ensuite) was a great size, really comfy bed. The ensuite with its waterfall shower head was also up to a very high spec. We didn't use the second bedroom but it also has an ensuite with a bath (this room will be perfect for when we plan to stay again in the future with our two young children) The downstairs living area, with a door that spans the whole side of the house that can be opened fully to take in the stunning scenery outside, table and chairs, two very comfortable sofas and a large TV, this was a great spot to sit down and chill, play some games (also included) and eat. When the side door is open it also gives you instant access to the outside decking area where the hot tub is located.

The only thing to quibble about and I will caveat with this: this is a me issue and not something the host or house keeping would have known. When we arrived the property was very hot, it was a sunny day outside of around 22(ISH)°c and the heating had been turned on. There could be a very good reason for this and the fix was quick and easy. Turn the heating off and open the side door. This was the smallest inconvenience and like I say this is just a personal preference, I'm sure some people wouldn't have minded this at all.

The property was in a gorgeous area with some lovely views and all aspects of the property were amazing! It was clean comfy and felt very homely.

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