Gisburn Forest Lodge

32 Customer Reviews

• "A lovely stay at a tranquil lodge."

  We had one minor issue which was quickly resolved by the owners with great communication throughout. The fridge freezer was a little on the small side for a week stay, but the lodge was clean and well stocked with towels. The hot tub was clean and well used throughout the February stay. Overall a lovely lodge for a short break.

  Reviewed by Tara5.0★Feb 2025

• "Slightly smaller than it looks on the photos, but with 4 adults and 1 dog, we had plenty of room."

  Everything you need is there. Whether eating in or out. Enough towels for all your needs. Clean throughout and great use of the space. Hot tub is good, would have liked a bit more lighting outside though. The garden was secure enough for our dog to roam around. Not far from excellent walks and a visit to the old vicarage tea room is a must.

  Thank you so much, Beverly! I'm really glad to hear that you've enjoyed and embraced the surroundings. I completely understand your concerns about the lighting. Please know that we are limited in our options due to protection of the bats and nocturnal birds in the beautiful Yorkshire Dales area. Your understanding means a lot! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Beverly5.0★Jan 2025

• "We had an absolutely wonderful stay here."

  The lodge was lovely and cosy; we also really enjoyed the hot tub. We will definitely return!

  Thank you, we are delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay. Andra&Chris Property Owner

  Reviewed by Nicola5.0★Jan 2025

• "We had a wonderful time at the lodge, the information provided meant we were prepared for the track to the lodge, however this was not as bad as some of the reviews made out."

  The area is lovely and peaceful, my only wish is to come back and stay during the summer months where we can make more use of the outdoor areas. That said the garden was loved by both our doggies and they were very sad to leave it behind, especially Ludo who is more upset he lost one of his balls somewhere! Staying over Christmas we came fully prepared to cook a full dinner, however the lodge was super prepared for us and we didn't want for anything, all the tools available in the kitchen meant we had a stress free Christmas. Thank you for the best Christmas we've had in many a year.

  Caroline, we are thrilled that you experienced a stress-free time, especially during Christmas, allowing you to connect with nature and step away from the hustle of daily life. Though the wild weather presents challenges, we remain resilient and try our best to upkeep the track. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Caroline5.0★Dec 2024

• "Stayed here for 4 nights in October."

  Communication was excellent with queries swiftly answered. We were lucky to have great weather during our stay although there had been nothing but rain in the previous weeks. The lodge is spotless and very comfortable. The bed was sooo comfy if very high! Loads of towels, kitchen well equipped although no welcome pack so you need to take all food you will need. Nice bottle of Prosecco and chocolates made up for that! Hot tub divine. Only negative is that awful track to it. Huge water filled potholes (because of the previous rain) impossible to avoid made for very nervous trips down it. Our car is low so we dreaded the journey every time and it will be spending a long time in the car wash! It is a fabulously secluded place and would love to stay again but only if there had been good weather previously.

  Hi Ann, Thank you so much for your kind words. I'm really glad to hear that you enjoyed the cabin and its beautiful surroundings. I understand how important it is for everything to be in good shape, and we were indeed scheduled for repairs to the track. Unfortunately, the weather conditions need to improve before the excavator can come in and help speed up the process. Kind regards Andra& Chris Property Owner

  Reviewed by Ann5.0★Oct 2024

• "We loved it so much we went from 14th to 21st October and are already booking ..."

  We loved it so much we went from 14th to 21st October and are already booking for next April,so peaceful,relaxing and great for our dogs

  Reviewed by Neil5.0★Oct 2024

• "Loved the location."

  Middle of nowhere.. so quiet. Just what we needed. Did visit places every day some lovely local villages. Waterfalls, holes. Yes we went up a hill path to see the hull pot. And ate at some wonderful local cafe’s and public houses. Oh and the jacuzzi was a plus. Thank you. Ps. Our dogs loved the garden too. Perfect get away.

  Thank you Glenda, Your words are music to our ears , so nice to hear you enjoyed your stay. Sending you are best wishes. Andra&Chris Property Owner

  Reviewed by Glenda5.0★Sep 2024

• "Well maintained, comfortable, very clean."

  Got everything you need for a relaxing break. Hot tub fabulous after walking/golfing. The access lane spoils it, although appreciate it is mentioned in description. Local Bistro looks inviting but alas we went when closed (our mistake).

  Reviewed by Jean5.0★Sep 2024

• "Gorgeous accommodation and lovely scenery"

  Thank you! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Charlene5.0★Aug 2024

• "We had such a great holiday and made lots of wonderful memories as a family."

  I would highly recommend this lodge. Couldn't praise it enough. Everything you need for a relaxing get away or a great base for some hiking adventures. We loved it and will go back!

  So happy that you enjoyed your stay. Hope you will come back in the future and explore some more places nearby! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Lisa5.0★Aug 2024

• "What a magical property."

  It was so peaceful and cosy. The outdoor space was brilliant and the lodge had everything you needed. The added bonus of Netflix was great! Will definitely be going back.

  Hi Jenny & family, It’s such a good feeling when you find out that your guest enjoyed the lodge and the magical nature around . We look forward to have you again when you need the batteries recharging Property Owner

  Reviewed by Jenny5.0★Jun 2024

• "Amazing lodge and great facilities"

  Thank you for your kind words! Look forward to welcome you again. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Lynne5.0★May 2024

• "We loved our time at the lodge!"

  We found it very comfortable as a family of four with 2 young children. We very much hope to stay again in the future!

  So glad you enjoyed your stay! Look forward to welcome you again! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Laura5.0★Apr 2024

• "The cabin and area it was absolutely stunning everything we needed and more, the ..."

  The cabin and area it was absolutely stunning everything we needed and more, the hot tub was brilliant always hot and powerful jets perfect to relax in, we had the best new years there and will be booking to go again in a couple of months, me and my partner absolutely loved the place and the kids are excited to go back again, if you book this cabin you will definitely not be disappointed, nice touches also Prosecco and chocolates and cookies for the kids on arrival, can’t recommend this place enough, just stunning and everything you need for a relaxing and great opportunity to see some beautiful scenery and lovely walks

  Thank you Thomas & family, Your kind words touched our hearts. Next time will order better weather. for you Andra & Chris Property Owner

  Reviewed by Thomas5.0★Dec 2023

• "Lovely lodge and beautiful location."

  We loved the jacuzzi and the host was very easy to communicate with. Thank you for a special time!

  Thank you, Rebecca. So glad you enjoyed your stay! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Rebecca4.7★Aug 2023

• "Enjoyed our stay at the lodge."

  Very peaceful and relaxing. Stayed with friend and disabled daughter. Everything clean and tidy, lots of towels, loved the hot tub, beds comfy but could do with a step to get in! Had a laugh getting daughter in!

  Hi July, Just we had to adjust the height in two of the 3 bedrooms to store the luggage that guests have . As long as you had a giggle is all good. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Julie4.7★Aug 2023

• "Interior of cottage was clean and tidy."

  The exterior could do with a dusting off and the decking swept. Attempted to do this ourselves, but the outside broom was as dusty as the decking. Instructions to switch the hot tub off overnight would be helpful and save costs in electricity. Contact wit the owners was cordial and heplful. Sykes Cottages send far too many advertising emails after you have made your selection and booking!

  Hi Janet, sorry that we disappointed you,about the decking, we were on holiday ourselves when you were booked so we relied on outside cleaning company. They were there on Monday before you came and did the best they could but conifers are losing needles constantly. We usually do the cleaning ourselves . With regards hot tub, we would love to be able to switch it off at night but the filter has to stay on and also if the temperature drops is twice as expensive to get it back at 37 Celsius. Thank you so much for staying with us. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Janet3.4★Jun 2023

• "I can honestly say that the pictures do not do this beautiful lodge justice ."

  It was a perfect little holiday for us and everything you could possibly need was provided including lots of lovely extras . As foster parents we don’t often get lots of down time but we achieved this on this holiday ! The accommodation and surrounding area was perfect and safe for our little ones in the day and the fresh air tired them out so we even managed a couple of times in the hot tub and sat outside chilling in the evening. It really is a beautiful place to stay and lots of lovely places to visit nearby. Thankyou to the owners for the lovely stay and for their excellent communication

  Hi Fiona, your words touched our heart and we are so happy that you had this feeling staying at the lodge, years ago we felt this deep connection and loved the area so much. we decided to get the place and share it with our guests that want to just live behind the hustle and bustle and relax and recharge. Thank you for choosing to stay at our place. Andra & Chris Property Owner

  Reviewed by Margaret5.0★Apr 2023

• "We booked last minute for myself husband and 2 teenage girls with our dog."

  The cottage was lovely and clean and had everything we needed. We arrived later in the evening and the hot tub was lovely and warm when we arrived. A nice walk down the track road and by the brook/stream with the girls exploring. The plough down the road, served the most amazing sunday lunch and was dog friendly! We will definitely be back and recommend to friends and family!

  Thank you so much. We would love to welcome back soon. kindest regards Andra&Chris Property Owner

  Reviewed by Rebecca5.0★Mar 2023

• "The owner herself was fabulous and went out of her way to give useful information and equip the cottage really well."

  A good supply of towels etc was provided and everything was clean and freshly laundered. We really struggled with the interior lighting which was far too dark. Reading a book was hard as was using the cooker when you have your back to the light. I needed a torch to find things in bags kept in the bedroom with the bunk beds. There was nowhere in the bedrooms to unpack (no drawers etc) and no real room to provide them, I wouldn’t recommend this property for bigger parties for this reason. The kitchen facilities were excellent but couldn’t really be used properly as there was nowhere where you could put food which we had to keep in the lounge area and the fridge was too small to be really useful. In terms of milk for drinks and cereal, there was only room for one carton in the door.

  Reviewed by Sheila3.8★Mar 2023

• "Wonderful property with fab views and very comfortable."

  Road down to it was a bit scary as the potholes were very bad so no good for any low set cars. The old vicarage tearooms nearby was great for some lovely food. Can’t wait to go back x

  Hi Tracyann, Thank you so much for your review and now the road was just filled in today, weather was so bad last week so please accept our apologies . Hope to see soon, I will send your compliments to Em at The Old Vicarage Tearoom. x Property Owner

  Reviewed by Tracyann5.0★Nov 2022

• "This was perfect for us to explore the surrounding area."

  The garden was great for our dog. The lodge had everything we needed and the hot tub helped us relax at the end of the day. A short walk to the local pub on the site across the brook was very handy. This lodge is in a beautiful area with lots to explore. We loved watching the bats and the stars in the evenings.

  We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay. Your kind words really touch us. Thank you Andra&Chris Property Owner

  Reviewed by Angie5.0★Aug 2022

• "First impressions were “Wow!"

  ” This place is amazing and even better than the photos. The gardens are perfect for strolling around and playing with the dogs. Farm animals all around which was lovely and the sound of running water from the beck adjoining the lodge. Inside, absolutely loved the decor, beautiful pictures and hangings on walls and high standard of charming furnishings. Not usually such high quality in rentals. Hot tub was fab. A welcome card, bottle of Prosecco and my favourite chocs just topped it off! Had a text off Andra to say the lodge was ready for us half an hour earlier which was really helpful and communication with our hosts was very good. The only thing negative about our week’s stay was the gas company was working with pneumatic drills at the Holiday Park just across the beck from 9am each weekday, but of course this was totally unforeseeable and out of the control of our hosts and did not stop us from loving this place. We had a wonderful relaxing and fun time here and would like to thank Andra and Chris for such a beautiful place for us to experience and would really like to return.

  Thank you so very much for your lovely review. In an ideal world we would fix everything to make our guests have a special time but like you say unforeseen circumstances can happen . We would love you to come back at anytime! Your words mean the world to us. XAndra& Chris Property Owner

  Reviewed by Carol5.0★Aug 2022

• "We had a fantastic time!"

  The accommodation was amazing! The views were stunning. We all had a fantastic time

  Thank you so much Charlene , Your words mean so much to us, really delighted that you enjoyed your stay. Haver a lovely summer. Andra& Chris Property Owner

  Reviewed by Charlene5.0★Jul 2022

• "This was an amazing place, secluded, and beautiful."

  .the Lodge itself was immaculate..ever so clean, and well equipped..the TV is huge..the WiFi worked very well.the hot tub wonderful...it could benefit from downward lighting in kitchen as door cuts out one lamp..so preferably over cooker area..apart from that we couldn't fault it, and we will be back with family in tow .

  Thank you so much Louise. Look forward to your coming back , you are a great and caring guest. x Andra & Chris Property Owner

  Reviewed by Louise5.0★Jun 2022

• "I felt the lodge could do with some updating in places, the kitchen and bathroom."

  The fridge was too small for 5 people. Some of the plates were chipped and nothing was matching (a small thing I know). Only cheap plastic glasses. Only one mirror in one bedroom and no only socket near the mirror so unable to dry hair in front of mirror. Lighting in bathroom mirror and large mirror in main bedroom really bad for putting make up on. Lighting outside very poor especially around the hot tub. These are suggestions for small improvements but overall the lodge is in a beautiful setting, it was very comfortable and clean. Loads of parking and the hot tub was fabulous. The beds were really comfortable too. Thank you for a lovely stay

  Reviewed by Rachael4.4★Dec 2021

• "We had a lovely holiday in the lodge which is in a lovely quite location."

  The lodge itself was lovely and clean and had everything we needed for a holiday break.The hot tub was a lovely bonus and the chocolates and Prosecco a lovely thought. Communication from the owner were very friendly and we had nothing negative to report during our time there (except perhaps the holiday was over far too quickly!) We would love to stay at this property again and would certainly use Sykes cottages to book as it was a simple process without any issues.Thank you.

  Reviewed by Donald5.0★Oct 2021

• "Great holiday lodge with everything needed."

  Beautiful location. Thanks for a great stay. X

  Hi Georgina, Thank you so much for staying with us . kindest regards Andra& Chris Property Owner

  Reviewed by Georgina4.4★Jul 2021

• "Beautiful lodge , fantastic hosts , we will be back !"

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  Reviewed by Nathan5.0★Jun 2021

• "Superb place."

  Just what we wanted to get away Fantastic grounds totally private Great Hot tub

  Hi Jason, Thank you so much for staying at our lodge and taking time to rate your experience. Kindest regards Andra& Chris Property Owner

  Reviewed by Jason5.0★Jun 2021

• "Owner was very help when contacted Prosecco and chocolates lovely touch lovely ..."

  Owner was very help when contacted Prosecco and chocolates lovely touch lovely location if you want to get away from everything lots of lovely walks not far to drive to would recommend

  Hi James, Thank you so much for staying at our lodge and taking time to rate your experience. Kindest regards Andra& Chris Property Owner

  Reviewed by James4.7★May 2021

• "A wonderful little bolt hole."

  Nearby restaurant the old vicarage as recommended by Andra. We celebrated a family birthday the lodge was wonderful. The hot tub an added bonus . The lodge had everything we needed and a lot of nice touches including a bottle of fizz. Andra our host was so helpful and informative. We had a wonderful holiday and will book again. We would highly recommend you check this lovely venue out .

  Hi Yvonne, Thank you so much for staying at our lodge and taking time to rate your experience. Kindest regards Andra& Chris Property Owner

  Reviewed by Yvonne5.0★May 2021

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