Helsey Farm Cottages

"Comfort was too plush for our liking, sadly."

"Nice place overall, but we did notice cigarette butts left on the patio from before. Otherwise, lovely stay!"

"We had a fantastic time here! The place is super well-equipped, making it really comfortable for our stay. Its a short drive to places like Gibraltar Point, Mablethorpe and Anderby Creek, which was perfect for day trips. After a long walk, relaxing in the hot tub was just what we needed. There are a couple of pubs nearby, but youd need to drive or cycle since there's no footpath all the way. We loved it and will be booking again!"

"Wow, what a find! We booked this place without seeing any photos inside, just hoping for the best and it really paid off. The inside was absolutely lovely-spotlessly clean and newly refurbished, you could tell they put a lot of thought into it. There are two double bedrooms with en-suites, plus a third bedroom with bunk beds (bottom bunks a small double, tops a single) and a separate bathroom just for that room, which was handy. The real wow factor was the kitchen-its huge, super modern and really well-equipped, with plenty of space to cook and hang out. The island seats four and the open-plan living area was massive, with three comfy sofas and a big flatscreen TV. Bifold doors opened onto the patio, stretching the length of the room, which was lovely for sitting outside. There was also a separate dining and living room with a table for six, two sofas and another large TV-great if you want two separate chill zones. We were a family of six, with two other families and everyone loved it. Its only about ten minutes to the seaside and local shops and less than half an hour to Skegness or Ingoldmells if you fancy the busier spots. Were already planning to come back. I was tempted to leave a bad review to keep it quiet, but I couldnt bring myself to lie-honestly, its a brilliant place!"

"Our Helsey Farm Cottages review: Really enjoyed our stay! The little touches like fresh milk and bread made it special. The sauna was fantastic. A lovely few days away, thanks a lot!"

"We had a lovely stay at Helsey Farm. The sites stunning, super clean and the hot tub was definitely a highlight. Would recommend it!"

"Really enjoyed our stay here! The peaceful vibe was just what we needed, plenty of space to chill or be together. Perfect!"

"We had a lovely weekend here! The place is really spacious and peaceful, perfect for a quick escape. The Corn Store had everything we needed and the hot tub was a real treat! Definitely coming back."

"Overall, we had a great stay. The only small hiccup was no oven glove, which made handling hot dishes a bit tricky. Apart from that, everything else was spot on and brilliant!"

"Lovely place, very peaceful with stunning views. Highly recommend."

"Great spot, would come again"

"Weve stayed in quite a few lodges over the years, especially with Hoseasons and we always expect a certain standard, particularly with a Platinum-rated place. Having been loyal customers for about a decade, we know what to look for and honestly, this lodge didnt quite meet our expectations. Its a real shame because its in a lovely location with plenty to do around-lots of pubs, ice cream farms and even Gibraltar Nature Reserve just a short drive away. The size of the lodge is decent too, comfortably fitting up to six people and the big TV in the lounge is a nice touch, plus the WiFi was decent once wed gone through all the instructions and passwords (which took a bit of trial and error). The hot tub was pretty spacious and the USB ports in most sockets are a nice modern touch.But, blimey, the cleanliness and maintenance let it all down so badly. From the moment we arrived, it was obvious the place hadnt been cleaned properly in a long time. The outside was grubby-windows covered in dust and smudges, decking area in need of a proper scrub, cobwebs everywhere. Inside wasnt much better; the floors looked like they hadn't been hoovered or mopped, with dirt and crumbs still visible. The sofas were covered in crumbs, hairs and even what looked like finger and toe nails tucked between the cushions-thats just gross. The window handle on one of the windows was broken, so it wouldnt close or lock, which is a security concern. The lino flooring in the dining area was bubbling up and the table had chips and stains all around the edges, not what you expect from a Platinum lodge.The dining area was also pretty grim-crumbs, stains and the cutlery was dirty, needing a thorough wash before we could use it. The glasses and tumblers werent much better; close inspection revealed grime stuck in the handles. The grill in the kitchen was missing a bracket, so whenever we put anything on it, it just fell down-annoying and unsafe. The kettle was full of limescale and grime, so we had to give it a good scrub and boil it a few times before it was usable. Flies were everywhere-understandable in a farm setting, but the volume was over the top, especially given how much effort had been put into cleaning before our arrival. The oven glove was disgusting; food stains alone made us feel queasy.The laundry situation was a bit of a joke-only one washing tablet was provided for five of us over four days and no dishwasher tablets at all. Towels were also in short supply for the number of guests and length of stay. Some bedroom light switches didnt work and the lighting itself was too bright; there were no soft lamps or mood lighting, which wouldve helped. The en suite door was broken and wouldnt close, compromising privacy. The hot tub itself was tricky to operate and stayed at a fixed 35C, which is not warm enough for relaxing properly. Privacy on the decking was minimal-lodges are quite close together and the privacy glass near the hot tubs was pointless, as you could see right through.Overall, its a real shame because the location and the facilities have potential, but the level of neglect and cleanliness issues really spoilt the stay for us. Wed definitely recommend bringing your own cleaning supplies if you stay here and maybe management could do with a serious overhaul of their cleaning routines. Weve had better experiences in other Platinum lodges, so hopefully this gets sorted out soon!"

"Really enjoyed our stay, the lodge was spotless and had everything needed! Great place."

"The house was lovely, with great facilities, but the photos dont quite do it justice. We had a really enjoyable stay overall!"

"The hot tub cover really needs a proper catch and a lid lifter would make things so much easier. Its a bit of a struggle doing it alone without those extras. Could do with some improvements."

"We had a fantastic time at this charming little cottage. The hot tub was a real highlight and it was perfect for a cosy weekend away with our dog. Definitely coming back!"

"We stayed at this lovely little cottage and it was just perfect for a relaxing getaway along the Lincolnshire coast. The decor is really tasteful, though wed maybe swap the sofa for something a bit more comfy. The hot tub was a real treat and arriving to free bread, jam and milk was a nice touch. Highly recommend!"

"The lodge was spotless, well-equipped and in a great location. We really enjoyed our stay!"

"Really enjoyed our stay, the lodge was cosy and the welcome pack was a lovely touch."

"We had such a lovely stay! The place was spotless and really welcoming. The hot tub was a highlight and the Christmas decorations inside and out made it special. Cant wait to return!"

"We had a really lovely stay overall. The lodge was spotless and very comfortable, which we appreciated. The hot tub, unfortunately, was a bit of a letdown-it wasnt very warm, so we only managed a quick dip on Christmas morning. We did call for help, but it felt more like an emergency than it really was. Still, it didnt spoil our trip too much and we enjoyed the rest of our break despite that hiccup. Would definitely stay again!"

"We had a lovely stay at this place! The staff at reception were super friendly and made us feel welcome right away. The lodge itself was fantastic - loved the open plan design, the cosy mood lighting and the hot tub was a real highlight. Its location is perfect, just 10 minutes from Ingoldmells and 20 from Skegness, so exploring was easy. All in all, one of the nicest lodges we've stayed in. Thanks for a great experience, well definitely return!"

"We had an amazing long weekend at the lodge. The views of the lake are simply stunning and its so peaceful there. The hot tub was perfect for relaxing after a day out. We loved visiting the local alpaca farm and donkey sanctuary. Plus, only a quick 15-minute drive to the beach-fab trip!"

"We had a really good time overall. The shared spaces were spacious and perfect for relaxing. The hot tub was a lovely bonus, especially with those stunning lake views. A bit of a pain that the Wi-Fi didnt work for us - we probably shouldve called to ask. The smaller beds werent quite comfy enough for us adults over three nights and the signage could definitely be clearer to find the lodge easily. Still, a pretty decent stay!"

"We recently stayed as a group of 8 and honestly, while the place was quite nice, it didnt quite hit the top of our list. There were a few small things that bugged us, but overall, we still enjoyed our trip. The first night, the electric switches tripped, leaving us in the dark and without a kettle - typical start to a holiday, right? It took a couple of phone calls and a couple of hours before someone finally came and opened the locked cupboard to fix the meter, which was a bit of a pain after a long drive. The large windows overlooking a caravan park werent ideal; it was peaceful enough but a tad overlooked. Some voile curtains or privacy films wouldve sorted that easily. The underfloor heating in one of the living rooms was out of action, which was a shame, especially if youre there in cooler weather. Seating was another thing - there wasnt enough in either lounge for us all to sit comfortably together, which wouldve been nice. The fridge was on the small side for a group of our size, so we had to be careful with storage. Beds that could be split into singles or doubles wouldve been a real bonus. But honestly, these are just tiny niggles. Nothing major, just some ideas for improvement. The electric issue was probably just bad luck and we still had a good time overall!"

"We found the place really spacious and spotlessly clean, which was great. The only hiccup was the hot tub water turning a weird brown colour. We contacted reception like instructed, but they told us to wait until security was available later that evening. When we tried to reach security, the number was wrong and by then, reception had closed, so we couldnt use it that night. Bit of a shame!"