The Essex Golf and Country Club

"This is the 3rd hoseasons. Lodge we have stayed at and compared to the others feel this was poorly cleaned and maintained. We were aware when we booked it was a pet lodge, so were prepared for some wear and tear. However fridge and freezer were both frozen! Missing cutlery ( lucky there was only the 2 of us), odd assortment of plates. Pet food in one of the draws, as well as left over food stuck at the back of the freezer. The staff in the bar and Resterant were young and inexperienced, and service slow."

"Great break, basic but everything we needed was in the lodge, beds were comfortable, hot tub was nice, perhaps too warm but a bi e way to relax"

"Weve stayed at this lodge before and loved it so much we came back for another week. Its super relaxing, surrounded by peaceful scenery and perfect for taking the dog out. The facilities are really handy too - free access to the pool, gym and steam room, which we made good use of. The lodge itself is roomy enough for four adults and the kitchen is pretty well stocked, though a bigger fridge and more cutlery wouldnt go amiss. When we arrived, the shower gel was empty, but housekeeping sorted it out quickly and even left a couple of extra towels when we asked. Last time, there was a lovely dog basket with treats and toys, but this time it was missing. Also, apparently, the salt & pepper grinders are just decorative! Still, we had a fantastic stay and already plan to come back again."

"We stayed in this same lodge last year, loved it so much we returned for another week. Its relaxing, with peaceful surroundings, places to take the dog, and great facilities. Free use of the swimming pool, gym, steam room etc. I imagine there is a charge for the golf. The lodge itself is spacious enough for 4 adults. Kitchen is quite well equipped, could do with a larger fridge and more cutlery/crockery.The shower gel was empty on arrival, but housekeeping refilled, and left a couple of extra towels we asked for. Last year there was a complimentary dog basket, with treats and toys, but not this time. And apparently the salt & pepper grinders are "decorative"! Those couple of niggles aside, we had a great time and will be returning."

"Our The Essex Golf and Country Club review: The lodges are quite nice, but the toilet paper is really flimsy and cheap. Itd be good to have a second TV in a bedroom, especially with teenagers around!"

"For luxury lodges The toilet paper very cheap and thin. Could have another television in one of the bedrooms, especially if you have two teenagers with you."

"Great stay, would definitely come back!"

"Absolutely loved it"

"We had a great stay! The lodge was spotless, roomy and had everything we needed. Already booked again for next year! Absolutely loved it."

"We had a fantastic weekend celebrating my birthday with the family. The lodge was spotless, cosy and just what we needed. Well be back soon!"

"Very comfortable stay, loved the peaceful setting and spotless rooms."

"Chappel Lodge really impressed us - spacious, spotless and super comfy. The modern design is quite stylish too. The hot tub was a highlight, even if it wasnt warm enough initially and the mattresses, though a bit thin and springy, didnt stop us from sleeping soundly. Overall, a lovely stay!"

"Lovely surroundings around the lodge and really lovely lodge with perfect accommodation for all. Good decor and furniture. Fabulous decking with a huge hot tub. Thanks so much"

"Great lodge, clean and tidy and have everything we needed there. The country club was nice, we had breakfast there one day which was nice. I was let down by the spa as I asked if there was disabled changing facilities for myself (a disabled adult) but they said they weren't sure. There wasn't any and the ladies changing room had a step to the showers which isn't very accessible. I also wanted to book a beauty treatment and was told to email them. I tried calling worried they wouldn't get the email the same day. The phone rang to voicemail and I left my details. No one has ever rung me back."

"Myself and friends had a great time. We were there for the weekend and it was perfect"

"We have just returned home from 2 wonderful weeks staying in Chappel Lodge 2. The accommodation was superb and had everything you could need. The staff were fantastic, so friendly and helpful. We were sad to leave. Would definitely recommend and hope to return in the future. Thank you to all at The Essex Golf and Country Club."

"The location is peaceful and clean environment.It is a very peaceful environment for family bonding. The receptionist were friendly and helpful. Gym is well equipped, I just love this place and can't fault it in anyway. There are other facilities on site which are lovely. I highly recommend it and will visit with my family again."

"We had the best time at Chappel lodge. The lodge is beautiful, plenty of space and full equipped for everything we needed. Hot tub was lush. Only downside we found were the mattresses being very thin and springy. Over all we had an amazing time away and will definitely be back again very soon. Staff were very helpful and Hana at the aura spa deserves a special mention. Best massage I’ve ever had."

"Very clean and modern accommodation with everything you need for short stay."

"A great venue, with many activities and close to a number of off site amenities. The Hot tub was disappointing, although it was sparklingly clean & operated well, access/exit was difficult due to insufficient space between the glass privacy panel & the outer edge of the tub especially as 1st step down was located in centre. There were no handrails nor indication that the glass panel could or should be utilised. Consequently, my wife was unable use the tub at all."