The Hide Out, Aldeburgh

17 Customer Reviews

• "Prospective renters should be made aware of the condition and length of the ..."

  Prospective renters should be made aware of the condition and length of the gravel track to the property from the main road lots of pot holes need filling in also a powerful torch or lantern is essential as there is no lighting anywhere on the track around the lodges especially if you walk a dog after dark

  Thank you for your feedback Robert. Any potholes in the track are filled in during the winter/ early spring each year ready for the season with some infill during the year as necessary. Will advise the landscaping team. We are looking to get the whole track underpinned with the plastic grid which has already been installed on the first section. We do keep a torch on site for visitors but appreciate needs mentioning more clearly. Generally we want to keep the light pollution to a minimum for the benefit of the varied wildlife. Glad you enjoyed the facilities in the lodge itself . Property Owner

  Reviewed by Robert4.7★Sep 2024

• "We were very pleased with the Hide."

  We liked that it was out in the country, down a long lane, very quiet, no street lighting nearby, on a very small site with only a small number of other lodges, good parking, good facilities in the lodge

  Thank you for your feedback and glad you loved our lodge as much as we do. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Penelope5.0★Sep 2024

• "Location lovely ,lodge a little tired ,pots and pans need replacing ,had to go and buy a new pan to use ,bedding had hairs and stains on it and luckily brought a couple of blankets,didn’t sleep in bed ,slept on top on own blankets as bed didn’t smell freshly laundered ,property could do with a freshen up ,in general nice quiet stay and location let down a bit by interior ."

  Thank you for your feedback and issues taken on board. Saucepans have been replaced with new and due to problems with the cleaners I have now terminated their employment and a new team has started with immediate effect so hopefully this will solve any cleaning and linen issues. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Andrew2.8★Sep 2024

• "Our first time in Suffolk, and we have discovered a beautiful county, rich in heritage and culture."

  the Hide Out has been a perfect base for our explorations, and we have enjoyed the peace, quiet and seeing the wildlife. The goodleswere a lovely welcome. Thank you.

  Brian & PennySep 2024

• "Thank you for the wine x Loved it here, very peaceful wonderful location."

  Just a note. Saucepans could do with replacing, needs a bit of a deep clean. But still had a great time, would love to return x

  Sarah, Andy, Sam & RaeSep 2024

• "5 star bathrooms, comfortable beds, well equipped kitchen, spacious comfortable and well laid out living area."

  External space tired and in need of attention. Paint flaking, gate posts unstable and a potential hazard. Disappointing that wifi doesn’t allow streaming. Was that made clear on published details While surfaces were clean some cupboards window sills etc clearly not: dusty spiders webs etc

  Thank you for your feedback. The external decking areas are due to be redecorated in the down season as difficult to fit in whilst guests booked in as takes quite a bit of time so will be good again for the Spring. Reviewed cleaning with our cleaners so they can take your comments on board. Not sure why you were unable to stream on the WiFi as it is set up for this purpose and tested this weekend and all working. Hopefully you enjoyed your stay anyway.Thanks Jane Property Owner

  Reviewed by Philip4.1★Aug 2024

• "The property was pretty much as we expected."

  Site very quiet and peaceful. It wouldn’t be suitable for two couples as the second bedroom was quite small. However we found the lodge very comfy and would return again for a short break.

  Reviewed by Debra4.1★Aug 2024

• "The only downside was the second bedroom."

  Far too small. You couldn’t open cupboards because they hit the bed. You couldn’t fall out of bed as there was no room. Advertising should be changed. Also. No lake.

  Reviewed by Rita3.8★Jun 2024

• "Lodge was lovely and comfortable in very quiet peaceful surroundings."

  Reviewed by Julie4.4★Apr 2024

• "Lovely, peaceful spot!"

  The Cottage is just what we needed for a few days away with 2 dogs. It is adequately equipped, but would benefit from some extra blankets in the second bedroom now the nights are getting colder. There was a fair bit of rain and storm Babet had just passed through - pity the lake has not filled up again. We enjoyed some sun most days and visited many local towns and villages as well as the sea.

  Reviewed by Rona4.4★Oct 2023

• "We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Hide Out lodge."

  It was very peaceful, the lodge was clean and well maintained as well as being more than adequately supplied with kitchen itensils and amenities. A real home from home. We would definitely go there again.

  Reviewed by Alan5.0★Sep 2023

• "The lodge was comfy the heat worked very efficiently plenty of hot water and pressure and everything we needed was provided."

  The broad band was poor and didn’t reach the main bedroom Outside I’m afraid calling the pond a lake was a stretch and from the comments left it hasn’t had water in it for a a few years. The outside table was shabby and two chairs were broken A new set of sofa and table were very nice but left at the back. However what let it down was the deck it was slippy and green and dirty. A couple of hours with a power washer would have improved our experience a hundred percent

  Sorry to hear the issues with the decking and chairs. Thanks for bringing up. I have been down this week and power washed and repainted the decking and bought a table and chairs replacement. It is unfortunate no one had let me know as I would have addressed sooner. Hopefully the rest of your stay was positive. Thanks Jane Property Owner

  Reviewed by Gail3.4★Sep 2023

• "Had a lovely few days with great weather."

  The lodge was very comfortable and contained everything you would need. The decking area was nice and spacious and had very nice outdoor furniture, I particularly liked the hammock. I had to cut back a few bramble runners that were encroaching onto the decking though and some of the furniture had bird poo on it which had to be cleaned off, but for me that wasn't to much of a pain. The one big problem we had though, was getting in, we were putting in the code for the key and it would not open. It was about half an hour later that we found another key box around the corner attached to the front fence which worked. I think that could have been made more clear. The stay far outweighed the little niggles though.

  Reviewed by Susan4.7★Sep 2023

• "We had a fabulous week in The Hide Out."

  Peaceful location and ideal to explore the local villages and nature reserves. Had it been wet the owners taste in DVDs and books would have kept me happy, all my favourites. The lodge so spacious and well equipped plus extras, ie dish washer tablets, soaps etc. The decking area was lovely, plenty of seating and hammock was fun but the wooden garden furniture was tired and seats were cracked, covers dirty. The lake had dried up, which was a shame, no one’s fault, gave it a neglected air but would return for the peace and quiet and location.

  Thanks for your comments. Just to update on the lake/pond. As a development we are currently procuring a contractor to put in a pond liner as the previous clay solution failed. Problem has been falling water table. Aiming to get the liner fitted over the winter period so fingers crossed for our lovely lake to be back for next spring. Thanks Jane Property Owner

  Reviewed by Judy4.7★Aug 2023

• "On arrival we thought the outside of this particular property needed a little TLC."

  Access step’s & bannister rickety & in need of a repaint. Inside first impressions lovely & spacious, bedrooms fabulous. Facilities good but kettle & cutlery could do with replacing. Lounge curtains too long & bunched up on the floor, causing a trip hazard. The windows were not clean & tap in second bathroom was very stiff. I received the E-mail regarding “no water in the lake” the day we arrived so disappointed it was not as advertised. The site was not clearly marked on the entrance from the road (faded) & the long drive to the site was off putting. However our stay was comfortable & we had fabulous weather (loved the hammock) so enjoyed visiting places we had not been to before. We will use Sykes again of course but check information about properties thoroughly before booking.

  Reviewed by Frederick2.5★Jun 2023

• "Super cabin."

  Deceptively spacious with a lot of thought gone into providing everything you need. Appreciated welcome pack and basic necessities- Handwash, washing up liquid, toilet rolls etc. Was absolutely ideal as a base to explore Suffolk villages.

  Reviewed by Kelly5.0★Apr 2023

• "Lovely setting."

  Ideal area for sightseeing. Very comfortable chalet and roomy. We nanny, grandad, two grandchildren and two springer spaniels really enjoyed ourselves.

  Reviewed by Dawn5.0★Mar 2023

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