“These lodges are perfect if you are looking for a quiet getaway after the stresses of day to day life.”
There's only 4 on the site, which is idylic ( non of this over crowding of lodges and people). Our lodge Tressa, was ideal for us, it had a master bedroom with en-suite shower room. There was also a second bedroom with a double bed ( I found the matress quite firm and not that comfortable, but I think that is down to individual preference). And also a large bathroom.There was only the 2 of us and our dog, so it was more than big enough. I have issues with spiders particularly in bedrooms, so I always check under the beds, there was a couple of cobwebs but luckily there is a hoover in the lodge so not a massive issue. Besides the lodges are surrounded with greenery so you got to expect the odd spider.
The lodge is equipped with everything you need. The radiators soon heat the bathrooms up to take the chill off at night.
If you take a dog be sure to pack a dog bed. Dogs aren't allowed on sofa or beds unless you have a clean blanket to cover them first. There was some poop bags and also doggy treats left for us.❤️
Also as part of the welcome, there were scones (which were divine) clotted cream and jam, and also some milk.
As mentioned before, there is a hoover, i also would have liked some form of mop.
The hot tub was fantasic, and unlike many places we have previously stayed, we were able to adjust the temperature to our preference. Being in the tub under the night sky felt magical as you are in complete darkness ( if you choose not to have lodge lights on). The hot tub is very private.
Now onto the view....wow. it is stunning. Each lodge has its own seating area. Ours was out front and it was everything and more to sit there in a morning, just listening to the birds and nothing else. There are 2 lakes that you can swim in or fish at, we did nether, although the dog did. You do have to watch the dogs as there are cliffs around, luckily our dog is scared of his own shadow, so doesn't tend to stray far. Lodge 4 is perfect if you want an enclosed area for the dogs.
The owner Kirsty sounds lovely, as I needed to message her and she replied promptly, assisting me.
The roads are quite narrow and windy, no problem if you are a confident driver. Although the quarry feels in the middle of no where, you are only a 30 min drive from some beautiful coastline and villiages/towns. St nectans glen waterfall is fabulous.
This has been our favourite lodge yet and we will definitely be back.
