Guests say
Dart Lodge in Callington, Cornwall, offers a comfortable and well-equipped stay with beautiful countryside views. Guests appreciate the lodge's cosy atmosphere, the site's friendly staff, and the pet-friendly environment. While some minor maintenance issues and cleanliness concerns were noted, the overall experience is positive, with the lodge's location and on-site facilities being highlights for many visitors.
The lodge received mixed feedback on cleanliness. Some guests found it clean and tidy, while others noted issues such as a musty smell, dirty carpets, and unclean outdoor areas. The decking and patio doors were specifically mentioned as needing attention.
The location is highly praised for its countryside views and proximity to dog-friendly places. However, the steep hill and park's poorly maintained roads were concerns for some guests. The scenic setting and nearby amenities contribute to a favourable location score.
Guests found the beds comfortable and the lodge cosy, but some reported issues with temperature control and furniture in need of repair. The comfort of the lodge is generally well-regarded, though there is room for improvement.
Facilities are considered excellent by some, but others reported broken kitchenware, a lack of a washing machine, and ineffective cleaning equipment. The on-site pub and carvery are positives, but maintenance issues detract from the overall facilities score.
While guests have mentioned little touches that made them feel welcome, there is no specific mention of gifts. Therefore, it cannot be confirmed if gifts are provided, and the score is set to null.
About this property
Set in the heart of the beautiful Tamar Valley on the Honicombe Holiday Village in Callington, Cornwall, is this delightful lodge, Dart Lodge. Set over two floors and sleeping up to six guests. Designed in an 'upside down' style the three bedrooms are all on the ground floor with the master bedroom, with super king-size bed, benefitting from en-suite facilities as well direct access to the patio to enjoy al fresco dining with glorious countryside views. The spacious open-plan living room is on the first floor with kitchen, dining and sitting areas leading out to the balcony. Relaxation is key here with natural surroundings and comfortable accommodation. The plush sofa in the living room is fitted with recliners to unwind after a day on the moors visiting the many fascinating villages. Take advantage of the on-site facilities available with a dip in heated indoor or outdoor pool, a work-out in the gym, or a meal in the fantastic restaurant for when you don’t feel like cooking one evening. Explore further with the Tamar valley being home to some of the finest scenery in the West country in an area designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The valley is marked by four ancient towns; Launceston in the north with its steam railway and English Heritage Castle, a perfect place to enjoy a picnic, Tavistock to the East , the gateway to Dartmoor, Callington in the West with its unusual mural trail and Saltash linking Cornwall and Devon. With Calstock and the glorious Cotehele house close by you will be spoilt for choice of where to visit first! For a refreshing break with loved ones in the heart of nature, choose Dart Lodge.
Perched in the heart of the picturesque Tamar Valley, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is the charming market town of Callington, well-known for its rich mining heritage and impressive Kit Hill which overlooks the town. Callington offers a delightful selection of shops, inns, and cafes where you can indulge in a Ginsters Cornish pasty in its hometown.
Accommodation
Reverse-level.
Three bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor super-king-size with TV and en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 2 x ground-floor twin with TV.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
First-floor open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with balcony
Electric heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher.
4 x TV with Freeview, fast stable WiFi, DVD player in lounge, selection of DVDs and games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot, highchair, stairgate available.
Off road parking for 2 cars.
Upper Patio with table and seating for 6 and downstairs patio, where you can sit and listen to a babbling brook and look at the stars on a clear night in a peaceful tranquil location.Two well-behaved pets welcome.
Shared use of on-site leisure club at nearby Honicombe Park (closed 25th December and 1st January only) including indoor heated pool, outdoor heated pool (May-Sep inclusive), sauna, mini gym, outdoor chess and tennis courts, games room including pool table, childrens' play equipment.
Shop and pub on site and the pub is dog friendly.
The pub is also attached to an Elizabethan building with lovely fireplace.
The River Tamar is approx 2 miles away.
Sorry no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.1 miles.
Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am
Reviews (9)
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Patricia
... Pet friendly but nowhere to walk the dog or to be able to let it out safely. For a 3 Bed Property I would have rather a washing machine than a dishwasher? But the most awkward for me was no Hoover or Mop & Bucket? I have never in 40 odd years left a property and not been able to clean properly. We were out most days but on the couple of day's we stayed around it was very tiring to keep the dog in and then have to go off in the car to find somewhere to walk him. I am registered disabled so this was an inconvenience. The Park roads are atrocious with pot holes etc. The Lodge was lovely but would not stay at Honicombe again
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Gemma
However, it soon became clear that it was getting tired and in need of some TLC. The fronts of the drawers in the larger twin room came off, the cupboard unit in the lounge had a loose door, only 1 TV had enough signal for some of the time to be watched and only 1 had a DVD player, despite listing all rooms had this. The X Box controllers didnât work and there was no vacuum to clean over the general day to day clear up of children and pets. The cold water tap upstairs made a dreadful noise and furniture on the lower balcony was just too big for purpose. These were minor things in the long run as the location was beautiful, the on site facilities were a great addition and the lodge was comfortable and cosy. Just a few tweaks and a bit of attention to detail could make this a stay of excellent value. It would also be worth adding to the details that the lodge is at the bottom of a steep hill ( all round) and has several steps to enter, as my disabled mother would have struggled if there had been much more. This wasnât made clear and could have influenced my decision to book.
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Ann
On entering we were met with a stale/lingering musty smell. The 2 main bedrooms were passable but not very welcoming. On venturing upstairs we were met with a firmly fixed baby gate at the top of the stairs, as we are both in our mid seventies and partially sighted, this presented a trip/fall hazard so had to be removed as a matter of urgency for our own safety. The carpet in the lounge area was very dirty and the seating was very old/ dirty and tired and the walls/ceiling needed decorating. The lower outside balcony was totally unusable due to overgrown bushes/weeds and an selection of garden furniture that completely filled the seating are hence putting it out of action. I feel as a letting company this needs to be inspected as it reflects on your company image.