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Reviews of Southernwood - Garden Lodge 8

Southernwood, Didcot, OX11 8QP, United Kingdom

#7 of 34 hotels in Didcot

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Review score

Based on 33 apartment reviews

8.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    8.5

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    9.2

  • Staff

    8.9

  • Value for money

    9.1

  • Free WiFi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: 29 January 2024

    10
    Always stay here never have any issues
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Clean and fresh

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was clean comfortable very close to everything

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 September 2023

    8.0
    A very nice lodge, exactly as shown, good location, let down by the bed.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The bed was very uncomfortable.

    Nice lodge, well equipped, good location and a nice site

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 August 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Mattress ok but not for me.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2023

    10
    Karen Ipswich.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our adult autistic son travels with us hence a room for three. There were two arm chairs, two outdoor chairs, two dining chairs. If you book a room for 3 it really should have 3 of these things. It was my 60th birthday and I had too drink my champagne out of a pint glass, 3 wine glasses would have made a big difference.

    The style, being able to sit outside even when it's raining. Wooden flooring, more hygienic. Large shower.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 May 2023

    10
    Fantastic space for work or leisure, great hosts, lovely surroundings, fab lodge.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Pillows and mattresses on both beds need replacing asap. We did not have a very comfortable sleep either night. That was ok for 2 nights but would've been an exceptional stay all round had they been comfortable. Smoking is permitted outside but there is nowhere to dispose of butts? Taking them into the lodge would create an odour (and a possible £100 fine). The courtyard was covered in cig ends and it will somewhat spoil what is a really lovely space. Finally (and this may just be me), there is no signage for the lodges and the entrance feels quite hidden. Probably "reasons" - it didn't stop me finding you, just made it.....a little tense in the car as sat nav told me I had arrived 3 times as I kept driving by 😳😒😔

    We loved it. Quiet, lovely private courtyard with additional parking if required. Expected the lodge to be small but it was very spacious. Had everything we needed including lots of big fluffy towels. Shower was hot and not just a trickle, the lodge was spotless inside and out. Lots of amenities locally, including an excellent Turkish restaurant 5mins drive from the lodge. Had a walk in the evening around the park, which is across the road from the lodge entrance. Broadband service was fantastic, not a single complaint from my 15yr old son...happy mama here!

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2023

    10
    Didcot
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bed fine Shower good Room plenty Security good

    Everything lovely properties would use it again

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2023

    8.0
    Cosy, comfortable stay in Lodge 8 tardis!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the kitchen was not completely clean but everywhere else was.

    Beds are so comfy. Great use of space, much bigger than we thought. Was really quick to heat up with two two radiators and a towel rad, and great ventilation with two windows and the door. It had everything we needed and lovely modern and tasteful furniture. Loved sitting out on the porch in the sun and the rain. Loved watching the sun come up with the park literally across the road. Kev couldn’t do enough for us, so helpful and friendly.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 March 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely zero interaction with staff. Needed a phone charger but had no idea who to ask for help or where reception was. Was given a combination to get my key out of a box and that was it. Like the whole hands off approach from staff and management but I felt they could have made some effort to get guests comfortable checking in and knowing where the basics are.. tea, coffee, check out time, nearest bars, restaurants etc etc.

    Great set up and nice accommodation.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 January 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only 2 dining chairs Too little crockery Ran out of hot water in middle of shower one morning(about 7) Television signal rubbish

    Shower, parking, beds

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 October 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location, well equipped,very clean

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2022

    10
    great, will definitely use again
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing really

    everything, clean, well presented, I stay in lots of accommodation in my job and this is up there, parking outside also

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2022

    10
    Highly recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The host very kindly accepted to have us before the normal checkin time as we were going to a wedding that day. She also helped me with a last minute request: An iron and ironing board which I really appreciated.

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    The location is more appropriate for people who are driving. It is a 20-minute walk from the rail station and, if walking by night, there are some unlit paths.

    Quiet, clean, comfortable accommodation. Spacious room and bathroom. Efficiently heated.

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    All of it

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 6 November 2021

    10
    Excellent accommodation and good value for money.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Having cooking facilities and a fridge with a living room area was much better than staying in a hotel room.

    Stayed in November 2021

  • Reviewed: 22 September 2021

    10
    We were very pleased with our experience and would go back to this accommodation.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 7 nights

    It is a bit difficult to find the house, as there is no sign, but it is right opposite the park and the rental properties are behind a large bungalow. Some of the lodges were rented to workmen, who left early in the morning.

    There was tea, coffee, sugar, water, salt and pepper, washing up liquid, cloth and scourer and soap provided, a teatowel, towels and bedding plus toilet rolls. Kettle, toaster, fridge, microwave and 2 ring hob, plus cutlery, crockery etc. a tv and radio. Daily cleaning. The owner and staff were very pleasant and approachable. Near to Didcot station and two very nice pub/restaurants (both Greenking).

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: 5 November 2022

    2.0
    Noisy neighbour - very bad sleep
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    Well kitted out and the shower was warm. However these are cabins with thin walls and so if you want to sleep you have to hope for considerate neighbours. Ours kept the TV on loud all night until 5am. Although we have reason to stay in Didcot often over the next few years, I'm afraid we won't ever be coming back here.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 9 September 2021

    5.0
    Passable
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    The cabins have very thin walls and are quite close together. If anyone makes any noise in another cabin, you'll hear it. They're also meters from the car park, so anyone driving also wakes everyone up. The curtains are also quite thin, so with the sound and the light I didn't sleep well.

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: 24 May 2021

    4.0
    Disappointing
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The shower was dirty. Noisy guests at 5am. Gravel outside property loud with cars.

    Stayed in May 2021

  • Reviewed: 28 December 2021

    9.0
    A great place that we would stay in again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed was a bit soft for us.

    Really convenient, attractively furnished, comfortable, clean and warm.

    Stayed in December 2021

  • Reviewed: 2 September 2021

    5.0
    Passable
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 13 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wasn't clean for the amount it cost to stay Holes is corners of floor could see outside Pressure of water was absolutely poor

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 July 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in July 2023

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