Oakwood 2 @ Pinewood Retreat
ID: S776287
- Bedrooms 3
- ・ Sleeps 6
- ・ Pets No
Guests say
Guests generally enjoyed their stay at Oakwood 2, praising its cleanliness, comfortable beds, and the quiet, well-maintained grounds. The central heating and fantastic shower were appreciated, as was the swimming pool. Some minor issues were noted, such as the need for additional kitchen utensils and storage solutions.
The property was described as very clean by most guests, with only minor comments about cobwebs and a few cleanliness oversights. The grounds and pool area were also mentioned as clean and tidy.
There is insufficient information to accurately score the location as the reviews do not provide enough detail about the surrounding area or its proximity to local attractions.
Comfortable beds and effective central heating contributed to a pleasant stay. However, some guests mentioned a lack of storage space and wardrobe facilities, which slightly impacted the overall comfort.
The kitchen was well-equipped, but guests suggested the addition of more utensils and oven trays. Maintenance responded promptly to issues, but there were comments about the need for better window coverings and the presence of a mouse.
While some guests were pleased with the property, the inconsistency in receiving welcome packs when others did not was noted. It should be mentioned that such gifts, while delightful, are not guaranteed.
About this property
Located on the popular Pinewood Retreat, Oakwood 2 is a well-presented, three-bedroom lodge perfect for a family-friendly holiday on this popular stretch of the Jurassic coast. The well-maintained site includes both an indoor and outdoor swimming pool and only a short drive to the coastal resorts of Seaton and Lyme Regis.
Oakwood 2 has been finished to a high-standard, with an open plan living area, well-fitted kitchen, dining area and sitting room enjoying views over the park. The veranda at the front of the lodge boasts a tranquil park setting and offers guests an ideal spot for alfresco dining or popping open a bottle of fizz.
The three bedrooms provide options for families with a kingsize bedroom, a twin and a bunk bedroom. There is also a well fitted bathroom with both a bath and separate shower cubicle.
When you are ready to tear yourself away from this lovely base, head to the nearby town of Lyme Regis, a beautiful spot where you can uncover a range of marine life at the Lyme Regis Marine Aquarium, tour the Langmoor Gardens or relax upon the sandy shores of Monmouth Beach, an idyllic haven perfect for sunbathing, paddling or simply soaking up the coastal views. Close by, you can also enjoy a day at The Donkey Sanctuary near Sidmouth, explore Seaton Wetlands or try out your swing at Lyme Regis Golf Club. With a range of superb shops, pubs and restaurants within accessible reach, this is also the perfect base from which to sample a range of fresh seafood and local food on the days you don’t feel like cooking.
For a relaxing stay in a wonderful setting on the Jurassic Coast, Oakwood 2 is the perfect choice.
The delightful seaside town of Lyme Regis has much to offer its visitors, boasting a maze of narrow streets filled with craft and antique shops, galleries and cafes. Take a stroll along the world-famous Cobb causeway overlooking the ancient harbour, where fishing trips can be enjoyed, or try your hand at fossil hunting in the area. The scenic coastal path offers excellent walking opportunities and spectacular views of the stunning Jurassic coast, whilst the gently shelving sands and sparkling waters of Lyme Bay provide the perfect place in which to relax and unwind. A holiday destination to savour!
Accommodation
Single-storey.
Three bedrooms: 1 x king size, 1 x twin, 1 x child bunk (suitable for children up to 12).
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
Gas central heating.
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, hairdryer.
Smart TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Designated parking for 1 car.
Enclosed decking with furniture, communal garden, and both indoor and outdoor communal swimming pools.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 3.1 miles, pub 2.2 miles.
Note: Children must be supervised at all times whilst using the swimming pool.
Note: The communal indoor swimming pool is open all year round (except for three days at Christmas) and the outdoor swimming pool has seasonal opening so please bear this in mind when booking.
Note: This property can sleep a maximum of 4 adults and 2 children under 12.
Note: There is an on-site launderette, payable on use.
Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am.
Note: The electricity supply for the property is not capable for charging electric vehicle, so for safety reasons we ask that you do not charge electric vehicles from the property, Alternatively, there are E.V charging points available in the Tesco and Aldi car parks in nearby Seaton.
Reviews (11)
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Bhavini
There are literally no words to describe how lovely and pleasantly surprised we were with this place. Clean and maintained with updated modern decor, kitchen, and bathroom. Amazing bathtub and shower room! There was a great welcome folder with all the information you needed: local beaches, things to do, places to eat out, etc. Don't get me wrong, it wasn't the biggest of all places. As for 5 people, the seating area did get a little tight, but that did not effect our stay at all! Key fob didn't work to access swimming pool area when we first tried it on arrival, but issue was resolved by lady looking after the place. Great quiet/peaceful resort, lovely and friendly people owners on site too. Great to have an indoor swimming pool accessible for all, plus a laundry area nearby. 2 swings on site for young children to play with, small grass areas around where the kids can run around or kick a ball around without disturbing anyone. Shame we could not make use of the outside seating area as there were covers on seats that looked quite worn out and could do with little maintenance or updating and not sure but could be a wasp problem which may need to be looked at nearby. We had a lot coming through when the door was opened on our stay, but it didn't bother us too much other than scare the kids a little. Great location, in-between Lyme Regis and Seaton. So much to do and see nearby. You would need a car to make travelling easy to and from places, although local transport is available too. If all the holiday homes in Pinewood Retreat are of a similar standard, then this will definitely be our go-to place to stay with family and friends when travelling in this area, without a doubt.
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Anne-marie
Paper blinds on all windows some of which are ripped and have been for a while according to previous reviews. Would appreciate curtains in main and twin bedroom windows to allow you to open the windows without the bugs or light getting in. Kitchen - utensils need an overhaul , would appreciate silicon spatula as metal fish slice does not get chips off tinfoil or any other food for that matter! (Previous reviews suggested similar) The bottom 2 drawers underneath the hundreds of mugs supplied also needs sorting out. Would be best to have all instruction booklets in a folder rather than in the drawer and sorted out. Lack of storage space for food in the kitchen so had to move all the crockery to the bottom shelf of the cupboard to be able to use the top shelf next to microwave to store stuff. Decking - No seat cushions could be found for the outdoor furniture despite it being in the pictures. The coverings on one of the chairs was all ripped so presume itâs been like that for a while. Living room- Sofa was comfy and found after 4 days we had headrests !! That was a pleasant surprise. Window behind sofa had the lock removed meaning it couldnât be opened. I presume it was either broken or done like that to avoid it being hit from the outside ? Bunkbed room- Compact room with small beds , bottom bunk actually on the floor, 5 drawer chest and slim wardrobe but clock supplied kept beeping so had to take batteries out. Twin room- nicely decorated but no need for additional chair in there other than to hang things on. Slim wardrobe and 5 drawer chest supplied along with mirror Main bedroom- lack of storage. Only got 2 bedside cabinets and a 5 drawer chest. No wardrobe. Appreciate lack of room as small space. Mirror mounted on the wall either needs to be hung portrait or lower down so if sitting in bed to do hair etc you can actually see yourself otherwise everything has to be done standing up. Bathroom- lovely shower but need to supply bath mat as had to use a hand towel on the floor which isnât ideal. Sink is way too shallow and more like trying to wash in a saucer. Heated towel rail has the main switch in master bedroom but this tripped the fuse and blew all the lights in lounge and kitchen. Reported this to Lyme Bay and the state electrician is needed so not to use the towel rail. Things missing - there are no coat hooks anywhere in the property (albeit 2 over the door hooks were provided in the main bedroom after another review suggested the same ) but you canât shut the door with them on so they remained in the floor all the time. Would be worth putting coat hooks on the wall that forms the âhallwayâ which is basically the back wall of the bathroom. There is no indication of the parking space for the lodge til one of the neighbours told us. Might be worth putting a sign out like Oakwood 1 has ?? Over all it was a lovely place to stay and with a few tweaks would be even better. A bit pricey for 7 days but appreciate its peak time. Weâve stayed here before but in a different lodge so have compared it against the other place and despite our first stay only sleeping 4, it was bigger, had 2 bathrooms, lots of storage , welcome pack and was the same price. Owner just needs to ensure damaged blinds are replaced and add in coat hooks, curtains , kitchen utensils and clear out the junk drawers and you will have a lovely cosy stay. Itâs the details that donât cost much but that make all the difference to those who stay.
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Dominic
The only issue we found concerned the outdoor furniture, the sofa was great but the two arm chairs with covers on them had a really bad smell, we found some pretty stagnant mouldy water inside which looked like it had been there a while. It wasnât an issue for us as we were more than comfortable on the sofa but you may want to get those cleaned.