Guests say
The Red Lodge in St. Asaph offers a tranquil and dog-friendly retreat with a private hot tub and comfortable bedding. Set in a lovely area, it's ideal for exploring North Wales & Snowdonia. Some guests have highlighted issues that suggest attention to detail and maintenance could enhance the experience.
Guests have reported cleanliness issues such as cobwebs, dirty sinks, and unclean cutlery, indicating a need for a more thorough cleaning routine.
There is insufficient information in the reviews to accurately assess the location. No specific comments about the surrounding area or accessibility were provided.
While the main bed is described as comfortable, complaints about a worn-out sofa bed and a bed with poor springs suggest that some furniture may not provide the expected level of comfort.
The lodge is well-equipped for cooking and offers a hot tub, but issues with maintenance, such as a broken vacuum cleaner and murky hot tub water, have been noted.
There are no mentions of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the hosts. Therefore, this category cannot be scored.
About this property
St Asaph 2.5 miles. The Red is a superbly-presented log cabin situated in Llanerch Park near the charming village of Trefnant, Denbighshire. With its semi-rural location near St Asaph, in the picturesque Vale of Clwyd, this is an ideal base for couples seeking a tranquil and peaceful hideaway. Presented stylishly with attention to detail this lovely lodge boasts a master bedroom with a spacious super-king-size bed and curtained en-suite bathroom with double-ended bath and basin. The living space is open-plan and welcoming with classic styling from a Chesterfield leather sofa which converts to a double sofa bed, an oversized bean bag and characterful woodburning stove to warm up by. You'll also find an intimate and romantic dining area and fully-fitted modern kitchen equipped with all your needs for a perfect holiday break. A second bathroom has been included with large shower cubicle, ideally located close to the luxurious, bubbling hot tub on the private patio, where you can relax with a glass of champagne in complete comfort. Rattan garden furniture and a charcoal barbecue ensure you will get full use of the outdoor space, and the proximity to the golf driving range and 9-hole course, horse riding, Tweedmill outlet mall, and country footpaths will ensure you have plenty to do during your memorable stay at this fantastic Scandinavian log cabin.
Note: This property can be booked with refs. 1151359, 1151361, 1156393, and 1156394, sleeping a total of 18 guests.
St Asaph, though small, was awarded city status in 2012, even though it boasts a population of little over 3500 occupants. Lying in the Vale of Clwyd, six miles between Denbigh and the coastal town of Rhyl, in North Wales, St Asaph enjoys a strategic location overlooking the rivers Clwyd and Elwy. The city offers delightful riverside parkland and a children’s play area with picturesque river walks where you may see kingfishers, sparrow hawks and buzzards. St Asaph is home to a historic cathedral, dating back 1400 years in areas and holding the reputation of being the smallest, ancient cathedral in Britain. It is also renowned as the location where the Bible was translated into Welsh in the 16th century. In September, the city comes alive with the arrival of the North Wales International Music festival, which takes place across numerous locations, culminating for the last few years in a television finale, broadcast from the cathedral. St Asaph offers numerous amenities and activities, from traditional pubs, to gastronomic dining experiences, numerous craft and gift shops and local clubs offering a 9-hole golf course, horse riding, angling, and crown green bowling, as well as a thriving leisure centre and the Tweedmill Retail Outlet. A superb holiday location for exploring this picturesque area of North Wales.
Accommodation
Single-storey.
1 x super-king-size with en-suite bath, hand-held shower and basin.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with sofa bed and woodburning stove
Gas central heating Electric oven and ceramic hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher.
2 x TVs with Freeview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and travel cot available available on request.
Designated parking space in public car park.
Enclosed patio with hot tub, furniture and barbecue.
Shared lawns and woodland play areas.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 1.1 miles.
Note: The en-suite is separated by a curtain only.
Note: Wheelchair ramp on request.
Note: Free range eggs can be purchased when available.
Note: 10% discount off golf course and the Tower coffee shop and dining at Tweedmill Shopping Outlet.
Note: Free river fishing permit provided, coarse fishing permit payable locally.
Note: Stabling available with riding school on site, please contact the owner for more details.
Note: Max 2 adults.
Please note: cctv monitors pathways and carpark areas
Nearby points of interest
- The Roman Bath House
- Gronant Dunes Beach
- Welsh Mountain Zoo
Reviews (6)
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Leslie
It is in an idyllic setting surrounded by trees and woodland. However, you SERIOUSLY have to get rid of that sofa. Not only was it far too low, but both of us could not sit on it at the same time or we would never have been able to get up! One shelf in a fridge for a self catering property is nowhere near enough room for food etc and there was only one door shelf which was damaged at one end so unusable. There was no heating on when we arrived and the place was freezing. We rang the number given and were advised that Tracey doesnât work there anymore it was now Matt. He came within 30mins and sorted the heating out.
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Karen
..Sweeping Cobwebs!! And spider heaven... I used the vacuum and went over every room! Sooo many historic cobwebs. Unfortunately vacuum cleaner useless too...so I can understand why the gaps and edges were not done as nozzle doesn't come apart and it's missing a wheel! I also cleaned the 2 bathroom sinks and toilet as these were dirty. The bathroom radiator towel rails had splash marks too so not cleaned. Blinds in all rooms thick with dust (I didn't attempt them!) We had a list of issues on arrival...the 2 phone numbers on the wall are useless! One is the old number not even on the network and the other one is an ex partner! Also...Tracy (who Sykes recommends to call) we also had no reply from! It wasn't until the Wednesday that a couple of maintenance guy's who my husband saw on site eventually did come in and placed 2 new bulbs in cooker hood, mended the window (handle on wrong so wasn't locking), battery in the wall clock and correct cable for the dvd player!! It's the attention to detail that's missing in this lodge which is described as a luxury pad for 2! Now...on a plus! Hot tub just lovely, and very private. Bed, very comfortable and huge. Towels supplied lovely. Private Lodge and in a lovely area to explore. Please listen to and act on these issues... I think things have just been missed over time and let slip. A really good spring clean...and a few new bits of furniture I'm sure will make a massive difference to future guests visiting.... And remove the numbers from the wall and update!! Karen
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Carol
we didn't enjoy are stay at this property we was meant to stay till Friday but come home on Tuesday the sofa bed was so uncomfortable the pans where rusty cobwebs everywhere don't know about a good house keeping bond we but should have paid me £150 for giving it a good clean and i think it had mice could hear scratting on a night you need to update your holiday details and the pictures are out of date nothing looks like the pictures you show and it says if you need anything contact Tracey who we found out on the day we left to tell them we was coming home early that Tracey no longer works there I have stay at a few of your cottages over the years but never at to comment like this might after think about using Sykes holiday cottages again Carol