“We booked this accommodation primarily for its lovely canal-side location, as we were looking for somewhere with good walking opportunities for our two dogs.”
Overall, we had a lovely stay. The bungalow was spacious, homely, well furnished and comfortable, and the generous size of the property and bedrooms gave us everything we needed for a relaxing break.
There are, however, a few points that we feel would be helpful to mention and that could make an already lovely property even better.
All three bedrooms overlook the caravan site at the front of the property, which meant there was less privacy than we had expected. This was particularly noticeable ...
Overall, we had a lovely stay. The bungalow was spacious, homely, well furnished and comfortable, and the generous size of the property and bedrooms gave us everything we needed for a relaxing break.
There are, however, a few points that we feel would be helpful to mention and that could make an already lovely property even better.
All three bedrooms overlook the caravan site at the front of the property, which meant there was less privacy than we had expected. This was particularly noticeable during the heatwave, when we wanted to keep the bedroom windows open at night. Had this been mentioned in the listing, it would simply have been useful to know in advance.
We were especially attracted by the large lawned garden shown in the photographs and had imagined sitting outside with a drink while allowing the dogs some freedom to run around. Unfortunately, there were only two old wooden chairs in the garden and no table or suitable outdoor seating area. A comfortable set of garden furniture would make a huge difference and allow guests to really enjoy this fantastic outdoor space. There was garden furniture at the front of the property, but as this overlooked the caravans, it didn't provide the privacy we were hoping for and wasn't suitable for having the dogs off lead.
The kitchen was generally well equipped, although a spatula would be a useful addition. We also found some plates in the cupboards that still had food residue on them, so it may be worth checking that dishes have been properly cleaned between guests. A lamp in the lounge would also be a nice addition to make the room feel a little more cosy in the evenings.
Despite these points, we genuinely had a lovely stay. Due to the heat, particularly with two dogs, we didn't venture far and spent most of our time enjoying the property and its surroundings. The bungalow was spacious, comfortable and well located, and with a few small improvements, we feel it could be an even more enjoyable place to stay.
