"We really enjoyed our stay here! The rural setting was peaceful and the courtyard with its slate was lovely. The hot tub definitely made it feel extra special. Perfect for relaxing walks too."
Sarah - Apr 2025
"We really appreciated the calm atmosphere here, perfect for relaxing. The hot tub was a definite highlight! The place is well stocked and the hosts are lovely. If you want some peace, this is the spot! Well done indeed."
Alex - Mar 2025
"We really enjoyed our stay at Goddard Mead. The cottage had everything we needed and the walks right outside were lovely. The hosts were so friendly and made us feel very welcome. Definitely recommend!"
Elizabeth - Mar 2025
"We just got back from a four-night stay at this lovely cottage and honestly, we had a great time. The owners are really friendly and not at all intrusive, just there when you need them. The big fenced garden was perfect for our dog to run around freely. The place was fully equipped - everything we needed was there. We even enjoyed using the BBQ one evening. The hot tub was absolutely brilliant! Were already talking about coming back and have recommended it to friends. Thanks for a wonderful break!"
Ellie - Feb 2025
"Our Letham Feus Park review: We had such a lovely weekend stay here! Everything was just right for us and we really enjoyed our time. The underfloor heating was a hit with our dogs - they loved the garden and had so much fun. Luna came home with a strained tail from all the wagging, but it just shows how much fun they had! Well definitely be coming back."
James - Feb 2025
"We had such a lovely stay at Goddard's Mead! Rob and Sharon did a fantastic job turning this historic building into a cosy retreat and their warm welcomes really made us feel at home. Bonnie was adorable too! The location is perfect for exploring Essex - we enjoyed wandering around Thaxted and nearby villages, soaking in all the history and charming architecture. Definitely recommend for anyone looking to unwind and explore a bit!"
Elaine - Jan 2025
"We loved this cosy little cottage! Its perfectly tucked away, so peaceful but still close to shops and local spots. The hot tub was a real treat and the underfloor heating kept everything super comfy. Rob, Sharon and Bonnie made us feel right at home. Cant wait to return!"
Sam - Dec 2024
"We had a lovely stay! The owners were really friendly and went out of their way when the storm knocked out the power. The cottage was spotless, warm and well-equipped. Our dog loved the enclosed garden and we enjoyed the hot tub!"
Laura - Dec 2024
"We arrived to a spotless, pristine place, which was lovely. However, the photos and description on Hoseasons didnt quite match up - theres no en-suite shower, just a WC, which was a bit disappointing. The hottub was well kept and offered stunning views, though we did find the cutlery lacking and really wished for a bigger sofa. Despite these small things, we really enjoyed it and have already booked again!"
Rachel - Dec 2024
"We had a lovely stay! The lodge was really comfy and its great that pets are welcome. The woodland walk behind the site was perfect for a chilly morning stroll."
Harper - Nov 2024
"We had a lovely, relaxing stay, but the place did lack some crockery which was a bit annoying. There were a few stains on the sofa, which wasnt ideal. Also, we werent told anyone would be checking the hot tub daily - when the staff appeared suddenly on the decking, it was quite a surprise. A note in the info folder wouldve helped!"
Emma Carter - Oct 2024
"We really enjoyed our stay here. The place was peaceful and well-equipped, perfect for relaxing. The hot tub was definitely a highlight! Lovely hosts and a great spot if you're after some quiet time. Would recommend!"
Alexandra - Aug 2024
"This place was just what we needed-peaceful, cosy, with a lovely hot tub and log burner. Hosts were friendly. Can't wait to come back soon!"
Olivia - Aug 2024
"The cottage was stunning, especially with the log burner and hot tub. Hosts were lovely and made us feel very welcome. Cant wait to come back!"
Charlotte - Jul 2024
"Great fit, super comfy, will return for sure!"
Emily Carter - Jun 2024
"We had a fantastic stay at this charming cottage tucked away on a working farm, but surprisingly private. Robert and Sharon are such lovely hosts, making us feel really welcome. The place is huge and well-equipped, especially the kitchen and bathroom, which made everything easy. The bed was super comfy too. The garden is perfect for dogs-completely secluded and furnished nicely. Plenty of scenic walks nearby. Thaxted has some lovely restaurants, like The Star and The Maypole, which we enjoyed. Overall, wed definitely recommend it!"
David - May 2024
"We had a fantastic weekend here! The place really ticked all the boxes for us and were already planning to return. Our dogs had such a great time, especially with the underfloor heating - Luna was wagging her tail non-stop! The garden was perfect for them. Overall, a lovely stay and were thrilled our pups enjoyed it so much!"
Samuel - Apr 2024
"We had a fantastic stay at this good place! The setting is truly lovely and feels very private, which we loved. The owners are super friendly and always on hand if you need anything, but they respect your space completely. After a long day cycling, the hot tub was just what we needed - bliss! The only thing to note is that the cottage is quite close to Stansteds flight path, so theres quite a bit of aircraft noise. It didnt bother us much once we got used to it, but its worth mentioning if youre sensitive to sounds. Definitely a place wed visit again!"
Raj Patel - Mar 2024
"We had a pretty good stay overall, but a few small things did bug us a bit. The park itself is lovely, with some really stunning views. We stayed in the Otter Lodge at the Retreat, which was nicely decorated and we loved the log burner - made it feel cosy. The hot tub was drained for changeover when we arrived, so the water was only lukewarm that night, which we expected. But then, bizarrely, it was drained and refilled the next morning, making it unusable for the rest of the day and night since the water was freezing cold. That was a bit of a letdown, especially since we only had four nights and the best weather was on that day. Also, having just two towels for four days was tricky and no mop was provided, so the floors did get quite dirty. Still, it was a nice break, just some minor annoyances."
Jamie - Mar 2024
"We had a lovely stay at this lodge, nestled in such a peaceful spot. The staff do a great job keeping everything in tip-top condition daily. Were definitely planning to come back! Just a couple of small suggestions - a mop and bucket would help for the floors and more cutlery and plates would be handy since the sinks a bit small for washing up. It would also be great if there was an on-site bar or restaurant to mingle with other residents. Overall, a really friendly place!"
Lucy Carter - Jan 2024
"We had an amazing weekend stay here! Everything was just right for us and we really enjoyed our time. The garden was perfect for our dogs, who absolutely adored the underfloor heating-Luna was wagging her tail like crazy all weekend! She even came home a bit strained, but its all part of the fun. We're definitely coming back!"
Martin - Dec 2023
"So, despite the mix-up with Hoeseasons insisting we were staying at "Bonny View" when we actually booked "Fourth View," the lodge itself was really lovely. It was spotless, with super comfy beds and walk-in wardrobes in both rooms, which was a nice touch. The room with two single beds was a decent size, plenty of space for us to relax. The bathroom (not the ensuite) was quite spacious too, though the shower didnt drain as quickly as it should have - it tended to fill up and leak a bit into the bathroom. We managed to fix it easily by removing the top of the trap, so no big deal there. We did have a weird smell in the living area when the windows were shut, but once we reported it, someone came to check the pipes and it was sorted. So, good service there. One thing to note, though - Hoeseasons advertised WiFi, but there isnt any, so make sure you have enough data if you need internet. Also, check-in was a bit confusing: they say after 5pm, but actually its after 4pm since reception closes at 5. Luckily, we arrived 10 mins early and got in smoothly. Check-out time is also later than advertised; its actually by 10am, not 9. The pub on-site was never open, which was a bit disappointing and the dryers cost £2.50 for 90 mins. The shop on site isnt very well stocked and most leaflets in the laundry room are from years ago, so best to check prices beforeh and. All in all, a decent place, just a few small hiccups!"
Jessie - Nov 2023
"We just got back from a really nice four-night stay at this cottage. The owners were super friendly and helpful without being clingy, which was perfect. The garden was huge and fenced, so our dog loved it! The place had everything we needed, including a fully equipped kitchen and a BBQ for one evening. The hot tub was definitely a highlight! Wed happily come back and already told our friends about it. Thanks for a great break!"
Jess - Oct 2023
"We had a lovely stay, the place was super peaceful and perfect for our dog to roam freely."
Claire - Oct 2023
"The cottage was really charming and in a lovely spot, perfect for escaping the busy city. The hot tub was a real treat and the owners were so friendly but not intrusive. They've got the balance just right!"
Oliver - Sep 2023
"We had a lovely stay at this cottage, nestled on a working farm but still quite private. The owners, Robert and Sharon, are genuinely friendly and welcoming. The place itself is super spacious, with a well-equipped kitchen and bathroom. The bed was really comfy, which made for great nights sleep. The garden is perfect for dogs-completely secluded and nicely furnished. Plenty of walks nearby and Thaxted has some cracking restaurants like The Star and The Maypole. Wed definitely recommend it!"
George - Aug 2023
"We had a fantastic weekend at this place! Everything we hoped for was there and we really enjoyed staying. The garden was a hit with our dogs and they had a blast running around. The underfloor heating was a lovely touch, especially for the pups. Lunas wagging tail got a bit strained, but shes fine now. Definitely coming back!"
Samira - Jul 2023
"The owners really went above and beyond, making our stay so relaxing. Well definitely tell our friends about it!"
Mark - May 2023