Guests say
Guests have praised Swandown, 3 Blackdown for its well-equipped lodgings, beautiful grounds, and cleanliness. The property offers a great location for dog walks and is conveniently close to National Trust sites and Lyme Regis. The on-site pool and spa facilities add to the enjoyment, although the pool size was noted as small. A nearby pub enhances the stay. Some minor issues with heating control and laundry facilities were mentioned, but overall, guests left feeling recharged and relaxed.
Reviewers consistently mentioned the cleanliness of the property, describing it as 'very clean' which suggests a high standard of cleanliness.
The location is praised for its beautiful grounds, proximity to dog walks, National Trust sites, and Lyme Regis, indicating a desirable and convenient location.
The property is described as spacious and well-appointed, with comfortable furnishings. However, one mention of heating being difficult to adjust slightly lowers the score.
Facilities like the on-site pool and spa are appreciated, though the pool's size was a minor concern. The lack of a washer/dryer instead of just a washing machine was noted as an inconvenience.
There is no mention of gifts or special thoughtful touches in the reviews, so it is not possible to assess this category.
About this property
3 Blackdown is a stunning two-bedroom lodge settled on the renowned Swandown Lodges Estate in Cricket St. Thomas, Somerset. Ideally located between the Blackdown Hills and Dorset AONB’s, and enjoying a wealth of on-site facilities, including an indoor pool, adventure trails, and the adult-only Cricket St. Thomas Hotel leisure complex with spa, steam room, gym and sauna, making 3 Blackdown the perfect dwelling for those seeking a luxury escape. Be welcomed into the light and airy open-plan living space, with high vaulted ceiling, plush seating, a TV and a woodburning stove, here you can look forward to relaxing with loved ones after a day of sightseeing. The space also features a well-equipped kitchen where you can rustle up tasty dishes, ready to tuck-in to at the dining table for four as you plan the following days itinerary. Continue through the property to find a cloakroom for your convenience, and two beautifully-presented bedrooms, a king-size with en-suite shower room and a twin with en-suite bathroom. In the morning head outside to enjoy a hearty breakfast out on your private patio ahead of an adventure filled day. Your Somerset adventure begins at 3 Blackdown.
The South Somerset parish of Cricket St. Thomas, which borders West Dorset and is a short distance from East Devon, is in a prime location to explore these three stunning West Country counties. You may visit Cricket House, the original location for the Penelope Keith-starring television series "To the Manor Born," by taking a tour through the Cricket St. Thomas estate. Cricket House is now a component of the Warner Cricket St. Thomas Hotel. The Fleet Air Arm Museum, which is located 7 miles north of Yeovil and is one of the largest aviation museums in the world with many historic aircraft on display, is a little further away but still within easy driving distance, and the prestigious Haynes International Motor Museum at Sparkford offers an excellent day out for everyone with a vast collection of veteran, vintage, and classic cars and bikes offering a fascinating window into motoring history. There are many options available for individuals interested in historical properties, including Tintinhull Gardens (NT), close to Yeovil, Montacute House (NT), at Montacute, and Barrington Court (NT), close to Ilminster.
Accommodation
Single-storey.
Two bedrooms: 1 x king size with TV and en-suite shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x twin with en-suite bath, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining and sitting area with woodburning stove
Central heating with woodburning stove.
Double oven, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, dishwasher.
2 x TV, WiFi.
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair available.
Cot available on request (£10 charge applies per cot, guests need to bring along own cot bedding, bottom sheet provided).
Each lodge has one allocated parking space.Any extra cars are able to park in the visitors car park by the entrance to the site.
Garden with lawn, patio, barbecue, furniture.
Sorry, no smoking.
Two well-behaved dogs allowed at £50 per pet.
Shop 3.7 miles Pub 0.2 miles.
Note: The Swandown site has an indoor pool for the exclusive use of guests of all ages staying at the lodges.The swimming pool can be booked using the onsite booking rota, located outside reception.
Swandown guests also have membership access to the leisure facilities at The Cricket St Thomas Warner Hotel (approximately 1 mile).The hotel & leisure facilities are exclusively for adults.Guests can access their large swimming pool, spa, sauna, steam room and gymnasium (opening times 8am-6pm).Guests are also able to eat in the hotel bar at lunchtime, which is cashless (card payments only).Spa treatments are available at an extra charge and need to be booked directly with the hotel.
Note: Garden area is not enclosed
Nearby points of interest
- Fleet Air Arm Museum
Reviews (5)
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Kenneth
The accommodation was very spacious, clean and extremely well appointed. The on-site staff were very welcoming and available to deal with our queries. A lovely quiet location with attractive surrounding countryside. We completed our stay feeling recharged and very relaxed.
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Gillian
Heating difficult to adust. Too hot. Misrepresentation: Only had a washing machine, not a washer/dryer, which inconvenienced us a lot as we didn't bring much luggage. Comfortable furnishings. Pub a short walk away.
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Tina
Great pub 5 minute walk across the site. Would recommend and return in the future.