"Pods we're ideal, perfect for a couple or small family with everything you need for a short break. Hot tubs were fantastic and we really liked the idea of building the fire to heat the tub up."
Alexander - Nov 2024
"Perfect relaxing place . Gorgeous stretch of the river . Hot tub great , pod clean and relaxing . Just the medicine we needed back to nature. We absolutely loved it with our dog too ."
Eric - Nov 2024
"First time staying at the glamping pods. Very helpful staff and the pod and hot tub were immaculate. Would definitely recommend."
Stuart - Aug 2024
"A restful break."
Verified Guest - Jul 2024
"The setter was not very comfortable but everything else was very good. All the facilities were clean the hot tub could have been a little cleaner as there was a fake tan scum around the top which stained our swimming costumes. We did like the locatin and the site staff were very helpful."
Margaret Anne - Mar 2024
"It wasnt fully equipped and it was not that clean."
Fatema - Feb 2024
"Definitely be returning. Cosy lodge looking out over the river. Peaceful feeling."
Karen - Jan 2024
"Overall we had a fantastic time away, the hot was amazing. Perfect location as its only an hour away from Edinburgh and Glasgow. Lost a star because when we arrived there was no hand soap or hand towels and bath towels. That was a disappointment as we had to go and buy some. It didnt say anything on the website when I booked it so maybe you should warn customers to bring their own towels. Lovely cabin and easy to find and you can come and go as you please."
Niamh - Jan 2024
"Beautiful place Worth every penny Would recommend it Would go again"
Saleena - Dec 2023
"Lovely little lodge, nice river view."
Verified Guest - Nov 2023
"Amazing place would highly recommend"
Pam - Nov 2023
"The only thing I'd like to see on the accommodation is a gate on the ramp to keep dogs on the deck without having to tie them up. I managed to block the ramp using the table and my cool box. This would also give parents peace of mind keeping children on the deck.Great peaceful location!"
Verified Guest - Nov 2023
"Second visit really enjoyable we will be back"
Caroline - Oct 2023
"Brilliant & cosy cottage far enough out the way to be secluded but close enough to local amenities. Amazing hotub & bathroom with underfloor heating throughout tops it off. The owners, Rob & Sharon are wonderful! (And of course Bonnie) Will definitely be coming back again for longer ASAP!!"
Christopher - Feb 2025
"Beautiful cottage with hot tub and log burner. lovely hosts, peaceful, perfect for our mini break. Hope to return for longer soon!"
Emma - Feb 2025
"Really well equipped house, lovely and warm too which was so nice on a rainy December day! Bath was just lovely and a nice big shower! The property is under a flight path - this did not disturb us at all! Dont be put off! A great location for dogs who hate fireworks as it's in the middle of nowhere. Really beautiful, well converted property. Thank you! "
Phoebe - Feb 2025
"It was everything we wanted for our weekend away and we loved staying here. We'll definitely be back! Our pups absolutely loved the underfloor heating and had so much fun in the garden. In fact Luna came home with a strained tail and according to the vet it was because she was wagging it so much over the weekend!! Very happy pups and hoomans!"
Andrew - Feb 2025
"Lovely cottage. Great location for us. Away from the hustle and bustle. Great hot tub . Lovely helpful non intrusive owners. They have it just right!"
Simon - Feb 2025
"Absolutely loved how well maintained and equipped this cottage is. Plenty of dog walks right on the doorstep. Very friendly host, they were so efficient and communication was excellent. We enjoyed meeting the animals on the farm and the very curious pig penelope. Perfect escape for us and the doggos. Will definitely be back, brilliant value!! Highly recommend. "
Brooke - Feb 2025
"Beautiful property, spotlessly clean, well equipped and very comfortable, had a fabulous break, hot tub amazing x"
Libby - Feb 2025
"Very kind and considerate owners. Couldnt be better. Enormously helpful and extremely pleasant. Charming half-timbered cottage with a great strong shower, cosy kitchen & living room combination and very comfortable bed. Fantastic parking directly next to the rented cottage. Well heated and very charming, and spotlessly clean. Great walks across the fields to the local village of Thaxted and of course within easy travelling distance of the village, replete with half-timbered houses and windmill. "
James - Feb 2025
"We had a wonderful time in Goddard Mead. The cottage was very complete and there were walks on the doorstep. The welcome and stay was very warm. The owners are lovely people."
Annemieke - Feb 2025
"The owners Rob & Sharon, have gone to a great deal of work to sympathetically convert this historic building & we couldn't have had a warmer greeting from them both & of course Bonnie. Goddard's Mead has everything you need for a relaxing and comfortable stay. The location is in a great area of Essex and would recommend taking the time to wander around Thaxted and other villages/towns nearby to discover it's fascinating history & buildings. "
Carol - Feb 2025
"Such a lovely place to stay in a really beautiful, private location. The owners were really friendly and helpful, nearby if needed but without breaking that sense of privacy. The hot tub was perfect after a day of cycling! One thing to be aware of, the cottage is right under Stansted's flight path, and so there's a lot of aircraft noise. It only took us a couple of hours to get used to it and it didn't spoil our holiday at all, but something to be aware of if you're sensitive to noise. "
Inderjit - Feb 2025
"The lovely cottage is situated on a working farm, but is very private. The owners, Robert and Sharon, are delightful. The cottage is very spacious with good equipment in the kitchen and the bathroom. The bed is really comfortable. The garden is secluded; dog proof and with good furniture. There are numerous walks around. Thaxted has good restaurants. We liked The Star and The Maypole. The Swan and the Indian are not bad either. We thoroughly recommend this place. "
Richard - Feb 2025
"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and Sharon and Robert were great hosts and made us feel very welcome. The accommodation had everything we needed and was clean, comfortable and secure for our dog Archie. The location was ideal too with plenty of walks to find and Thaxted and surrounding villages are lovely places to visit. We felt our batteries had certainly been recharged during our week and we enjoyed our relaxing break! "
Denise - Feb 2025
"Stayed here for a week from 15 to 22 July with our 2 mini daschund girls who thoroughly enjoyed there stay making new friends in the village of thaxted. The cottage is lovely especially the hot tub a bonus as it was the hottest days of the year so the water was coolled so it was more refreshing the hosts were very welcoming was nice to see there horses being taken to the fields each day you are on the flight path near stansted but I enjoyed watching the planes come in would definitely recommend "
Sharon - Feb 2025
"Lovely accommodation, very peaceful and relaxing and great for dogs as the garden is fully inclosed"
Fleur - Feb 2025
"Had such a lovely, relaxing break. Cottage was immaculate, equipped with everything you need and some lovely added extras too. Couldnt recommended more"
Antonia - Feb 2025
"Had a lovely weekend away staying here. Would love to come back later on in the year."
Rachel - Feb 2025
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