Guests say
Oakdale Lodge receives high praise for its peaceful rural setting, spacious and spotless interiors, and well-equipped amenities. Guests particularly enjoyed the comfortable living areas, proximity to scenic walks and local attractions, and the welcoming atmosphere that made it feel like a home away from home. The property is described as ideal for groups and families, with responsive hosts and thoughtful touches. Minor drawbacks mentioned include occasional slow WiFi, limited outdoor space for children, and some maintenance points, but these did not detract from the overwhelmingly positive experience.
Multiple reviews highlight the cottage as spotless, beautifully maintained, and very clean, with no significant complaints about cleanliness.
Guests consistently praise the rural yet convenient location, noting its peacefulness, proximity to amenities, and suitability for walks and exploring the area.
The property is described as spacious, cosy, and comfortable, with particular mention of the lounge and bedrooms. Only minor comments about outdoor space for children were noted.
The cottage is generally well equipped, with positive remarks about the kitchen, lounge, and amenities. Some guests noted slow WiFi, limited supplies, and weathered garden furniture as areas for improvement.
Several guests appreciated welcome packs and thoughtful touches such as gifts in the fridge, but please note that these are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
It’s a super and spacious property which seems in a very rural area, but only a short drive will take you to a wealth of amenities. Centrally located for ease of access and a perfect getaway.. 3 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: (2 Steps), Smart TV, Freesat, Woodburner, French Doors Leading To Patio
Dining room.
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bedroom 1: (2 Steps), Single (3ft) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Oil central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate. Welcome pack. Front garden with patio, garden furniture and barbecue. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking. Please note: There are 3 steps in the garden and a fenced pond.. Set in beautiful countryside, this fabulous and spacious holiday home caters for up to five guests. It was once the family home of the owner, who would now like guests to enjoy staying there, making many new memories. Step through the welcoming hallway and down a couple of steps into the large double-height living room featuring a wood burner for those chillier evenings. There are French doors leading to the decked seating area around the pond for those warm summer days. The kitchen is where you can enjoy cooking, eating, and chatting about your day’s adventures. There are two bedrooms on the first floor and a single bedroom on the ground floor near the shower room.
Oakdale Lodge gives you the best of both worlds, surrounded by open fields and countryside but close to all the amenities you need. The local towns and villages of Alvechurch, Redditch (6 miles), Bromsgrove (7 miles) and the outskirts of Birmingham city. The beautiful village of Alvechurch is just over two miles away and lies in the valley of the river Arrow. It has a wealth of excellent places to eat including pubs, restaurants, and cafés. There is also a marina with plenty of opportunities to take a boat trip along the river. It’s a great base to really explore the heart of England with many local attractions nearby.
Birmingham city centre with its diverse selection of fantastic eating establishments, shopping at the famous Bull Ring, The Mailbox, the exciting nightlife of Broad Street and the beautifully developed canal side is just over 7 miles away. For chocolate lovers, no visit to the area is complete without a trip to Cadbury World just over 4 miles away. The NEC and Resort World with its huge numbers of exhibitions and concerts is 17 miles.
A little further afield but still within easy driving distance is the cathedral city of Worcester (23 miles) and the historic market town of Stratford-upon-Avon (25 miles), the heart of Shakespeare country. Here you can discover all about ‘The Bard’ himself by visiting Shakespeare’s birthplace. Anne Hathaway’s cottage and the Royal Shakespeare Theatre are situated on the banks of the River Avon. You are also just 22 miles from Bewdley where you will find the West Midlands Safari Park and the Severn Valley Steam Railway. The Malvern Hills, Cotswolds and the Welsh mountains are all within an hour’s drive.
Free WiFi
There are steps within the property.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Reviews (25)
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Confirmed Guest
Absolutely loved our stay in oakdale lodge. Couldn’t fault it. Will definitely be revisiting in the future.
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Gillian Monk
we enjoyed our stay Oakdale Lodge , it has a very nice outdoor seating but due to the weather we could not go outside. We found quite a few eating places to go to. Places of interest near by.
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Confirmed Guest
A lovely picturesque property in a quiet setting which is what we were after.The owners had even left a welcome pack for us which was very much appreciated.It was hard to envisage that we were on the outskirts of Birmingham. What a find.Excellent.