We have stayed at Florence Springs for the last 5 years. We love it there, the facilities and surroundings are excellent and staff are very friendly, however unfortunately this year we found that the guest towels were very smelly and appeared dirty like they hadnt been washed with detergent but just rinsed. Hopefully this is just something that had been overlooked on this occasion.

Goldcrest - Entertainment Lodge We arrived at 4pm on checkin day, the young lady was very friendly and handed me our key, map and handy information.We were absolutely blown away by the lodge. Which was super clean and modern.A lovely welcome pack was in the kitchen, which included a bottle of wine, milk, dishwasher tablets and 2 laundry tablets.The 2 showers were powerful with plenty of hot water, we never had an issue with the water going warm/cold.Wifi was great, there was even a usb port in the kitchen, with a usb-c cable.Kitchen had everything you need - except for a pizza cutter ???? Dishwasher, large fridge freezer, oven and microwave.Theres also a washing machine with built in tumble dryer. Hover and broom.Hot tub was checked daily, the pool table was great fun and you could Bluetooth your phone to the jukebox.I pre ordered a food delivery with Asda, that was delivered directly to our lodge between 5-6pm on checkin day.We bought a small bbq and used it on the gravel drivewayWould highly recommend Florence Springs, wed happily buy a lodge here but we live a 5 hour drive away.Finally - a shout out to Stephen, for his friendly Welsh charm. Hes a credit to Florence Springs - ill miss our 8.30am chats!

Loved everything and the free pass to heatherton went down well with all big and small kids **

Great Lodge for Entertaining

Really enjoyed our stay, the place was lovely and were definitely planning to return soon!

We had a fantastic stay! The house was super well equipped and kept us really warm, which was a lifesaver on that rainy December day. The bath was a real treat and the shower was roomy and powerful. Even with the planes overhead, it didnt bother us at all - dont let that put you off. Perfect spot for dogs who dislike fireworks, so peaceful and scenic. Thanks a lot!

Beautiful lodge

We stayed at this place during a rainy December and honestly, it was perfect. The house is super well equipped and kept us warm, which was much appreciated. The bath was fantastic and the shower was big enough to really enjoy. Even though it's under a flight path, we barely noticed the planes. Ideal for dogs that dislike fireworks, being in the middle of nowhere. Thanks so much!

Comfortable stay, would recommend.

The cottage was really charming and peaceful, perfect for some time away. The hot tub was a real treat and the owners were super helpful without being intrusive. We loved it!

Really enjoyed our weekend stay here, the place was lovely. Were definitely planning to return soon!

We just got back from a week at Goddards Mead and honestly, it was lovely. The cottage had everything we needed and the hosts were so friendly and welcoming. Even being on a working farm, it felt peaceful and like a real escape. Would definitely recommend!

We spent a week here in July with our two little dachshunds and honestly, it was lovely. The village of Thaxted is charming and the cottage itself is really cosy. The hot tub was definitely a highlight-especially with the hot weather, cooling off in there was pure bliss. The hosts were super friendly and made us feel really welcome; it was nice to see their dogs being taken out for walks each day. Being on the flight path near Stansted didnt bother us at all, in fact, I enjoyed watching the planes come in. Would happily stay again!

The cottage was just what we needed-peaceful and tucked away from busy streets. The hot tub was a real treat and the owners were so friendly without being overbearing. Perfect!

Booked a week in the Entertainment 2 lodge - Gold Crest - with beautiful views over the trout lake and golf course. After a long wet drive we were glad to arrive and check straight in, blown away by the lodge quality from the pool table, cinema room, bedrooms, bathrooms and kitchen area all were stunning thats without the lovely large decking and hot tub. We had an issue with the WiFi but within minutes we had a very polite chap sort us out. Easter Sunday we spotted our hot tub was very low in water and found a large leak on the cold water flow to the heat pump and rang through to the team straight away. Within minutes we had another polite chap have a look to see what was going on he left us a hose to top the tub up and mentioned they would need to drain down and repair the pipe the following day. First thing they were in sorting the repair out and by 1400 that day we had our hot tub back working again. In fairness I wasnt a fan of the golf course but we got used to it, the wildlife was lovely to watch and the alpacas were a pleasant visit. The play area was nice including the frisbee golf which we tried. We didnt visit Heatherton afterwards or use the free golf but used the playground a few times. All in all such a nice well kept site, the grass was mowed within an inch of its life all round the lodges, parking was fantastic for each lodge, good to see recycling bins in each lodge, the grounds staff were all lovely instead of being ignored they waved said hi etc. Overall weve come home very relaxed we cant wait to rebook and come back again.

We truly enjoyed our stay at Goddard Mead! The cottage had everything we needed and the walks right outside were perfect. The warm welcome made us feel right at home. The owners are genuinely lovely folks.

Really enjoyed the whole process

We loved this cosy little cottage! The hot tub and log burner made it extra special. Hosts were lovely, very peaceful spot. Can't wait to come back for longer soon!

We had such a lovely time here. Sharon and Robert really go above and beyond to make sure everythings perfect. Its peaceful, cosy and feels like a proper escape. Cant wait to come back again!

We had a fantastic weekend here and really enjoyed our stay. The place was perfect for what we needed and the garden kept our dogs amused for hours. Luna especially loved the underfloor heating-she was so cosy! Honestly, she wagged her tail so much she strained it, but shes fine now. Well definitely be coming back soon!

We loved the lodge! Its beautifully situated with stunning views of the golf course and the private deck was perfect for relaxing. Facilities inside were top-notch.

The house was lovely and really cosy, surrounded by peaceful countryside. The courtyard with its slate tiles was charming and the hot-tub definitely made our stay special. Perfect for relaxing walks too!

Really enjoyed our stay! The place was spotless, had everything we needed and the hot tub was fab.

Very helpful and friendly

We loved staying here! The garden was perfect for our dog and the hot tub was such a treat. Hosts were super friendly and helpful. Highly recommend!

Really enjoyed our stay, the lodge was spotless and very cosy.

We had a lovely weekend here, perfect for a peaceful anniversary getaway. Highly recommend!

We had such a lovely stay at Goddard's Mead! Rob and Sharon really put a lot of effort into restoring this historic building and it shows. They were super warm and welcoming and Bonnie was adorable. The place has everything you need for a comfy, relaxing break. Sitting in Essexs lovely area, we enjoyed exploring Thaxted and the nearby villages - so much history and charm everywhere you turn. Definitely recommend to anyone wanting a peaceful getaway!

We loved staying at this cosy little cottage. Its perfectly tucked away, so it feels secluded, but youre still near everything you need. The hot tub was a real treat and the underfloor heating in the bathroom kept us warm. Rob, Sharon and Bonnie made it even more special. Cant wait to return!

We loved this cosy little cottage! Its perfectly tucked away for some peace but still near local shops and places. The hot tub was a highlight and the underfloor heating made everything super comfy. Rob, Sharon and Bonnie are lovely hosts. Cant wait to return for longer!