Octon Lodge Shoreditch road, Taunton, TA3 7BL, United Kingdom
#3 of 38 Holiday rentals in Taunton
Guests' ChoiceBased on 177 hotel reviews
9.2Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Location
9.1
Facilities
9.3
Staff
9.4
Value for money
9.2
Free WiFi
8.2
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 31 May 2024
Claire
United KingdomNothing really, it was great for what we needed! Would have been icing on the cake to have a pint of milk available - we didn’t think and then had to head out again. Although maybe this isn’t practical with so many different dietary requirements nowadays!
Cosy and comfortable! Peaceful and secluded location but not isolated. Beautiful surroundings! Hosts were also lovely :)
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 27 May 2024
Camelia
RomaniaCan't find an Uber in the area, taxis only.
Small, clean, charming, comfortable, secluded, accommodation. Outdoor area with a table and chairs. Charming, huge English garden. Kitchen and bathroom had everything we needed and overall the place felt very welcoming.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 11 May 2024
Ruth
New ZealandReally well appointed and comfortable
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 9 May 2024
Lee
United KingdomNothing to add, lik d everything about it
Location was perfect and the surroundings were stunning. Waking up to a dear in the garden was unexpected but lovely and the cottage was exceptionally clean
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 16 April 2024
James
United KingdomAccess to the property from the main road although precise instructions were given by the host which was helpful.
The location was good and the accommodation superb1!! The centre of Taunton was within easy reach by car and I understand by bus. I appreciated being close to the major attractions and particularly enjoyed my visit to Dunster on the West Somerset Heritage Railway from Bishops Lydeard. Great views!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Valerie
United KingdomAll good .
Really warm & comfortable . Very clean . Quiet , peaceful . Friendly host .
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 6 April 2024
Sharon
United KingdomNo door handles or coat hooks
Clean comfortable cosy lovely garden
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 5 April 2024
Pauline
United KingdomThe lighting was poor around the building to access the cottages. Parking was awkward to access.
Lovely warm, large & comfy space to relax
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 2 April 2024
Karen
United KingdomGreat location for all areas of Taunton and the motorway. Plenty of parking. Comfortable lounge which set it apart from staying in a hotel.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 24 March 2024
Susannah
United KingdomThe WiFi was a little slow, and there was no drying rack to use with the washing machine. Two very small niggles to an otherwise exceptional stay!
The cottage was situated in the most gorgeous garden with a view over the fields. It was great to be able to explore the local countryside and be in such close distance to Taunton. The beds were really comfy and the kitchen and bathroom were well equipped and modern. The hosts kindly let us have a late check out to facilitate the remote work of my friend
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 22 March 2024
Andrew
United KingdomThe only negative was the wifi wasn’t great. Fine for simple stuff like WhatsApp messaging, but not good enough for streaming or online browsing
Lovely cottage, lovely setting, great value for money
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 22 March 2024
Ella
United KingdomOnly thing was the wifi dropped out a few times during our stay.
Very cosy, clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 15 March 2024
Deepak
United KingdomCalm and quiet place , good facilities.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 12 March 2024
Pauline
United Kingdomcomfortable and the people were very friendly
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 3 March 2024
Laura
United KingdomInternet a bit slow but we still got work done without too much trouble
Lovely cottage, everything you need. Very comfortable and warm. Everything is of a very high standard and we didn't want for anything
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 29 February 2024
Helen
United KingdomQuite expensive
Everything
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 28 February 2024
Pauline
United KingdomNo lock on the toilet door
People were very friendly. Clean.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 22 February 2024
Jennifer
United KingdomWi-Fi wasn’t great.
Super comfy and cozy. Nicely finished and very comfortable.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 16 February 2024
Alan
United KingdomLovely cottage , well presented and alot bigger than it looks in the pictures.. comfi bed and peaceful settings
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 10 February 2024
Mark
United KingdomClean, tidy & very comfortable. All amenities available. Located just on the outskirts of Taunton. Would highly recommend.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 8 February 2024
Stephen
United KingdomJust a little awkward to find but that’s all
Absolutely beautiful place with everything you could need to self cater
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 30 January 2024
Martin
United KingdomThere was nothing we didn’t like about the cottage.
The cottage was so spacious. Everywhere was spotlessly clean. We could not have asked for a nicer place. On our arrival we were met by Geoff. He was so friendly and chatty, he even offered to help with our luggage, which I thought was a nice touch We will definitely like to return in the near future.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 2 January 2024
Melanie
United KingdomIt was cosy, nicely decorated, in a good location and had a very comfortable bed : )
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 17 December 2023
Joanne
United KingdomNothing could have been better
No breakfast available but lots of choices nearby
Stayed in December 2023
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