Guests say
Waterside Lodge Fourteen offers a cosy and peaceful retreat with beautiful views and a well-loved hot tub, making it ideal for relaxing getaways. Guests appreciate the tranquil setting, wildlife, and helpful staff. While many found the lodge clean and well-equipped, some noted maintenance issues and areas needing a little TLC. The location is convenient for exploring nearby attractions, though access and site tidiness could be improved. Overall, the property provides a comfortable stay with thoughtful touches, making it popular for family breaks and special occasions.
Most guests found the lodge clean and tidy on arrival, but several mentioned issues such as mould, dirty skirting boards, and occasional unpleasant smells. Some areas, like chair covers and bathrooms, were noted as needing more attention.
The setting is widely praised for its beautiful views, peaceful atmosphere, and proximity to nature and local attractions. Some guests mentioned access challenges due to steep steps and a pot-holed road, but overall the location is a highlight.
Guests enjoyed the cosy atmosphere, comfy beds, and relaxing hot tub. However, some found the seating insufficient or uncomfortable for larger groups, and a few noted temperature issues at night.
The hot tub, kitchen amenities, and log fire are appreciated, but recurring issues with drainage, fridge/freezer, WiFi, and minor repairs were reported. Some facilities, like the sofa and outdoor areas, could benefit from upgrades and better maintenance.
Several guests mentioned thoughtful touches such as supplied logs, tea, coffee, milk, and plastic glasses for the hot tub. Please note that these gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Set in 40 acres of beautiful parkland this superb three storey lodge complete with hot tub is just perfect for group and family breaks.. 6 steps to entrance.
Lower Ground Floor:
Bedroom 1: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request), French Doors Leading To Decking, (Bedroom Accessed Externally)
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Ground Floor:
Bedroom 2: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request), Freeview TV, Patio Doors To Juliet Balcony
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
First Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: 55" Smart TV, Woodburner, Bi-Folding Doors Leading To Balcony
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine.
Electric central heating (underfloor in bathrooms), electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack. Decked area with garden furniture. Balcony with outdoor furniture. 40-acre grounds with woodland (shared with other properties on-site). Hot tub for 6 (private). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There are 8 steps to the fenced lake and 550 yards canal frontage in the grounds.. Offering beautiful panoramic rural views, these bespoke, semi-detached wooden lodges, complete with hot tubs, hold an enviable waterside location beside lakes, canals, and woodland. Located in the prestigious Ashgrove Country Park, once the pleasure grounds for Ashgrove Hall, you are surrounded by 40 acres of estate parkland with the development being dubbed as ’the best kept secret in Calderdale’.
Split over three levels, each of the lodges has an open plan living space on the top floor complete with bi-folding doors that can open out onto a decked balcony with stunning views. The middle floor offers a bedroom with en-suite facilities, a second bedroom, and a family bathroom. On the lower level, you’ll find two more bedrooms of which one is glass-fronted, with generous en-suite facilities, and uniquely opens out onto a spacious decked terrace overlooking the waterfront. From the moment you arrive drive through the pillared entrance, and proceed down the tree-lined sweeping driveway, the location is idyllic.
Set between the Calderdale towns of Brighouse and Elland, both approximately 5 minutes’ drive away, and just 10 minutes from Halifax, you are surrounded by beautiful West Yorkshire countryside, yet within easy reach of shops, pubs and restaurants. A much sought-after lakeside bar and restaurant are just ½ mile down the road, and uniquely Elland is home to one of Britain’s oldest surviving purpose-built cinemas, as well as a popular and independent microbrewery. Brighouse is a vibrant yet traditional town with ample amenities, a weekly market, and a reputation for hosting great festivals. It also has its own train station which provides connections to a variety of West Yorkshire towns and villages, including Hebden Bridge and Halifax, as well as offering direct services to the major tourist attractions of both Manchester and Leeds. Within a 15-minute drive you’ll reach the wonderful hidden gem of Piece Hall, and Grade II listed Shibden Hall most recognisable from BBC’s ’Gentleman Jack’. For those with children, Eureka! The National Children’s Museum is also just 15 minutes drive. The beautiful cobbled streets of Haworth, once home to the famous Brontë sisters, can be reached in around 30 minutes, and both the Yorkshire Dales and Peak District National Park in under an hour and a half. Shop 2 miles, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
The properties can be booked together to accommodate larger groups.
Free WiFi
There are 6 steps to the entrance and 8 steps to the fenced lake. There is canal frontage in the grounds, 550 yards away.
The 40 acre grounds are shared with other properties on-site.
2 of the bedrooms have zip & link beds which can be made up as singles or double, please request at time of booking.
2 of the bedrooms have zip & link beds which can be made up as singles or double, please request at time of booking.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (22)
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Katie Wesyon
Looking tired and tatty in comparison to the photos. Dirty skirting boards, dirty chair covers, paint that needs touching up. Building work going on next door that sometimes started at 8am. General site is looking messy with piles of building rubbish, and sewage is clearly leaking out of the septic tank system in to one of the ponds. Sharp knives in the kitchen all completely blunt, lids missing for nearly all the saucepans, enough crockery for occupancy numbers, but none spare. The view is beautiful, but for the price charged the finish of the property and general grounds is lacking.
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Dylan Lucas
Me and my partner stayed for 5 nights and it was just absolutely perfect. A lovely quiet place right in the lake and was so peaceful. A very cozy atmosphere with the log fire and hot tub and all the information u could need about places to eat and see.
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely lodge in a beautiful location. Very well equipped for cleaning, tea, coffee etc. Several minor repairs needed - hot tub light didn’t work, window handle hanging off etc. Seating was very uncomfortable for us (retired grandparents) but is probably adequate for younger people The temperature outside was freezing but we were cosy and warm