Kestrel Gardens Dunmow

The house waa absolutely beautiful, nicely decorated spacious and modern.

There was no wardrobes or hangers, for a house that slept 10 there was one small hanging rack at the top of the stairs. We were attending a family wedding and only some of the party arrived before the rest of us left home we were able to bring enough hangers for dresses and wedding attire. This is something I would say needs addressed as there was no shortage of space in the house. I would also say a dow stairs shower for a house that size would also be a beneficial addition. There was also a lack of mirrors.

The property itself is beautiful, spacious, and well designed, with a good level of privacy and a lovely setting. We appreciated the EV charging point, the pet-friendly setup, and the generous kitchen space. The price was also very reasonable for the size and quality of the accommodation. Overall, it’s a lovely property with plenty of positives and potential, but some attention to comfort, maintenance, and the guest arrival experience would make a significant difference.

There were a few areas that could be improved. The property was quite difficult to find, especially at night with nearby roadworks and roundabouts, and clearer signage at the entrance gate would really help future guests. We also struggled with the key lock on arrival, which was frustrating after a long journey in the cold. Unfortunately, the heating wasn't on when we arrived, and it wasn’t immediately clear how to operate it, as the Nest/Hive system didn’t appear to work properly, so the house felt quite cold until we figured it out the next day. Although the garden initially appeared secure for dogs, there were burrow holes under and beyond the fence, which may be worth addressing for pet owners. Some maintenance and finishing touches would also improve the overall experience, particularly considering the sizeable security deposit requested. The outdoor lighting was confusing, as we could only operate one light in the kitchen and couldn’t locate the switches for the others. Garden furniture would also have been a lovely addition. A few housekeeping details could have been better attended to — the tumble dryer still had water and lint that needed emptying, and the dishwasher performance wasn’t great. The main bedroom bed squeaked quite badly whenever we moved and had to be pulled away from the wall to improve it. The sofa was also not especially comfortable.

Amazing house to stay in for a girl weekend away of relaxing and catching up. So much room inside with everything needed

The postcode didn’t take you to the property so we had a moment to find it but was easily done

Private and quiet. Close to local grocery shops.

No Internet service. Tv not working. Broken furniture. Little to no utensils to cook with.