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Sunshine Lodge

Cottage & Vacation Rentals in Bridgwater, England

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Guests 3 guests Bedrooms 2 bedrooms Bathrooms 1 bath From: €308 weekly

Holiday Rental Description

Holiday home
Sunshine Lodge is a lovely single-storey cottage in the owner's grounds, in Stogursey. With two bedrooms, a double and a single, it sleeps up to three people comfortably. The cottage also has a bathroom and an open plan living area with a sitting area, dining area and a kitchen, Outside, there is an enclosed garden, and off road parking for one car. There are security cameras on the front drive. Sunshine Lodge is a great holiday base for dog lovers.

Accomodation Details
All ground floor. Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x single. Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.

Area
The quiet village of Stogursey is situated close to the Quantock Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and only a mile from the sea. To the west lies Exmoor, and to the east are the Somerset Levels, Glastonbury and Wells

Region
Somerset offers 3 areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty - the Quantock, Mendip and Blackdown Hills. Lose yourself in the glory of nature, take a ride on a steam train, visit a traditional farmers’ market or explore your mystical side at Glastonbury.

Amenities
Renewable Eco-Friendly central heating. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, TV with Freeview, selection of books and games . Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off road parking for 2 cars. Private enclosed lawned gardens to front and rear with furniture. There are now security cameras on the front drive. Four well-behaved dogs welcome (dog towels provided). Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub 2 miles. Sorry no EV charging permitted at property. There is a supermarket close-by in Bridgewater. Please note, this property does not offer WIFI. Please note, there is no washing machine in the property.

Key Features

  • Pet Friendly
  • Garden
  • Near golf
  • Parking
  • By the sea

Holiday Rental Amenities

  • Accepts Pets
  • Cooker
  • Fridge
  • Garden
  • Kettle
  • Linen provided
  • Parking
  • Parking space
  • Towels provided
  • TV
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Key Features
  • Pet Friendly
  • Garden
  • Near golf
  • Parking
  • By the sea

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Self-Catering Reviews

reecesanford
June 2023
We arrived on Saturday 17th June at 3.15pm for 7 nights at Sunshine Lodge, Stogursey, Somerset which is a Sykes lodge. We were meant to stay for 7 nights however my wife wanted to go home after 1 night. We finally decided to leave at 10am today Wednesday 21st June. Safe to say the place could do with a decent clean. Never have we stayed somewhere so dirty. Not only that but hearing the lodge owners dogs barking every morning between 6am and 7am isn't acceptable. Staying so far from shops and the nearest supermarket you expect to have a decent size fridge and freezer. The freezer barely fitted 2 microwave meals and an ice pack. Glasses covered in grease, radiator in the bathroom filthy, a mouldy shower mat, hairs on the bathroom walls, the double bed mattress just falling apart, cheap wardrobes barely worth having with no doors, a review 2 weeks ago stated a disgusting mop covered in bits outside which was still there, oven hob disgusting, grease on kitchen doors, several left food items well out of date (Dec 2021 on the pasta ), air fresheners left plugged in and on with nothing in them, bathroom shelf barely hanging on the wall, toaster was disgusting and doesn't work properly, fridge freezer pointless. Oh and we found a frying pan in the drawer just disgusting with grease/oil And rust on the shower rail that I believe someone left a review about in August 2020 Sykes have said they won't be doing anything about it. Not surprisingly really. They received their payment and couldn't care less.
jazzie44
April 2022
Just got back from a weeks stay, ideal for us 3 adults and 4 dogs. Very rural but suited us, plenty of places to visit within a short drive. Visited minehead,wells and Bristol, great secure garden for the dogs. Comfortable beds. Already booked again next year, only things that stopped this being a 5 star is no Wi-Fi, dishwasher and washing machine
Mrs Melling
September 2020
Very home to home, ideal for people with dogs.. Good place to tour from,
Mrs Melling, September 2020
September 2020
Lovely peaceful cottage with good facilities.. Can be a little hard to find but I’d done my research so knew where to find it. Our dogs loved it although the fussy so and so’s didn’t want the homemade dog treats the owner made for them but they didn’t want the ones we made either. Lots of dvds to watch in the evening if we couldn’t find anything to watch on tv.
Mrs Shewry, September 2020
August 2020
I have a dog and my Auntie had a dog, but the overwhelming smell of dogs hit you as soon as you walk in the inner door.. The carpet in the Lounge had all bumps in it which was a trip hazard. The hob was dirty and greasy, when you took dishes out of cupboards the cupboards looked and smelled like it hadn’t been cleaned for a while. The double bed was not comfortable, the pillows did not smell nice. I slept out in our car from Saturday when we arrived until the Wednesday when we went home, because the weather was on the change and quite simply I had enough. If it wasn’t for the fact my Auntie had been shielded and was SO looking forward to the week away, we would of walked out on the first day. IN COVID TIMES I EXPECTED A LOT MORE, The place was full with books,dvd’s, maps, etc The curtain rail in the bathroom was rusty, there where no aids to help you in or out of the bath. The whole place was Very disappointing and not clean.
Mrs Mckenny, August 2020
August 2020
We really enjoyed our stay at Sunshine Lodge.. Pam the owner made our stay very welcoming with chocolate and biscuits left for all us, including homemde one for our dog. Definitely a place to stay with your dog. The only thing I would suggest that you do an online shopping order as the nearest shop is about 20 minutes away but we knew this before so not a problem. Also remember that there is no WiFi but was not a problem for us. Definitely will be hopefully going back in the future. Thank you Pam making our stay so relaxing and enjoyable.
Penchester
March 2020
This property has a rat infestation. There are rats nests in the garden and a rat runway between this property and the one next door. There are rats in the loft and although the owner has thrown poison up there they are still there. I heard them scratching at night. Please be careful especially with children going there and any pets staying I found wrappers from the poison thrown in the loft in the garden. I HAVE REPORTED THIS TO SYKES COTTAGES BUT THEY DON@T SEEM VERY INTERESTED!
Mrs Rumbold, August 2020
March 2020
Lovely peaceful and just perfect for anyone with dogs..
Mr Herd, March 2020
January 2020
We wanted a 'well catered for' holiday where we would be left alone to do our own thing - that's exactly what we got..
Mr Gregory, January 2020
December 2019
We have recently spent a great Christmas at Sunshine Lodge.. Our 3 big dogs absolutely loved it. Both the front & back gardens were totally secure for them & Pam, the owner spoilt both them & us. Tea, coffee, milk & sugar, as well as mince pies, chocolates, and a tin of biscuits, were there to welcome us when we arrived. Our dogs had a big box of toys & home made doggy biscuits. Pam herself, came out in the torrential rain to make sure we had everything we needed. Later in the week, she let our dogs play in a big secure agility/ obstacle field, she had built herself, for her 4 dogs, & made us coffee whilst all the dogs played together. She clearly loves dogs as much as we do. We have already booked for Christmas 2021 (as Christmas 2020 is booked up) An amazing holiday, & an amazing lady.
Ms Long, December 2019
September 2019
Nice peaceful location.. Good secure garden for dogs with good walks on your doorstep .ideally situated for days out with short drives.lovely warm welcome by owner leaving dog & human treats,tea coffee milk etc....will be booking again.
Mr Baines, September 2019
July 2019
Lovely peaceful cottage and great enclosed garden to front and rear for the dog knowing she could not escape! ! lovely treats left for us by the owner and also lovely homemade doggy biscuits which were all very welcome. Great location for touring Somerset and beach not far away for the dog. I would avoid the walk to Stolford beach though as very muddy and my springer need a big bath on returning!! The weather was great so were out and about - Kilve beach good at high tide as very pebbly but there is a small lagoon bit if tide out for the dog to swim. Minehead and Watchet nice places and good fish and chips in Minehead. willows and wetlands centre near Yeovil great place on Somerset levels also very dog friendly. All in all a lovely two weeks spent at Sunshine Lodge. Only downside was no WIFI to check postcodes for places to visit and details of places and my data was limited!!
Mrs Bancroft, July 2019
July 2019
This is the 2nd year we have visited Sunshine Lodge but for 2 weeks this time We love this place and booked again for next year Found more dog friendly places and stumbled upon a woodland walk with a running stream.. . dogs had a little paddle We have been lucky with the weather too it's been glorious Pam the owner is so kind and is always available if we need anything
Mrs Atalay, July 2019
June 2019
Lovely open planned living area.. very dog friendly, rear garden is completely dog proof, front garden is dog proof except for the very smallest of dogs (5kg and under) On a quiet road but only 2 minutes from the A39. A few good walks from the cottage doorstep and loads more within 20mins drive
Mr Taylor, June 2019
May 2019
Lovely dog friendly cottage, we had Chocolates, Biscuits and home made dog chews waiting for us when we arrived.. Very peaceful but close enough to amenities. We loved it.
Mrs Towler, May 2019
April 2019
There was no Wi-Fi as stated no shop within 1 mile when I asked the locals they .... There was no Wi-Fi as stated no shop within 1 mile when I asked the locals they laughed and said there was no shop had to go to Bridgwater 11 miles away was not happy
Mr Hills, April 2019
April 2019
Fantastic cottage we enjoyed our stay.. Pam made it for us. Kernow our dog thought it was Fantastic as well Thank you
Mrs Whitehouse
March 2019
This was the most dog friendly cottage I have ever stayed in: paw drying towels in the porch, home made doggie biscuits on arrival, poo bags by back door and a box full of toys to play with in the completely secure garden (even for two large lively hounds).. The human welcome was also excellent.. I returned home yesterday lunchtime and booked sunshine lodge again yesterday evening.. If you have an awards scheme then Pam deserves one. A very satisfied customer Marie Whitehouse plus Milo & Tara
Mr Coleman
February 2019
The holiday lodge was very comfortable and well exquiped.. It is a quiet and peaceful spot. But most importantly to us the garden was dog friendly so we had no worries about letting our dog roam around outside in the back garden. And yes we would go back there again.
Mr Browning
December 2018
Sunshine lodge lives up to its name.. The moment we entered this property we felt at home it was better than we expected the owner made us very welcome with treats for the dogs and us humans. Every little detail had been thought about to help us relax and enjoy our time in Somerset .Thank you and well done to all concerned.
Mr Coleman
November 2018
Brilliant cottage.. Nice and quiet and dog friendly. Looking forward to going back there for another break next year.
Mrs Smith
October 2018
The welcome pack was lovely, thank you.. The owner made it very friendly for the dogs, and the dog toys and towels that were left were a fab idea, thank you. The bed was uncomfortable and was a cheap framed bed that was wobbly, did not feel safe sleeping in the bed so slept in the recliner chair in the lounge, which was the only comfy chair in the house. The sofas were uncomfy as no head or upper back support. Might was to get a better feather duster to reach those cob webs too. The hoover was not fit for purpose, the carpet looked worse after I hoovered. I have a long estate car so the gates on the drive would not close, therefore the front garden was not dog friendly. Could not park outside due to blocking field entrance. Could not park on road as single track road, and used by large lorries carry goods to build sea defences.
Ware
October 2018
Very comfortable ,well equipped bungalow .. Excellent well enclosed garden for dogs.Plenty of walks in the area ,specially along the coastal path. Many interesting places to visit ,just short drives away.Owner very helpful.Certainly recommend.
Mrs Coombes
September 2018
We have now stayed at Sunshine Lodge 3 times .. A lovely comfortable place to stay in a very quiet location . The main factor for us is the secure gardens even our adventurous Westies are safe . There wonderful places to visit , take insect repellent if you go to Steart !
Mrs Wykes-robinson
September 2018
Perfect for holding day with your doggie friends they were made as welcome as we were
Mrs Jordan
July 2018
Beautiful cottage in quite surroundings, it was perfect for recharging the batteries
Mrs Lavender
July 2018
The owner was very thoughtful, in that she contacted us on Friday afternoon, the day before our departure.. We had expressed concerns over the very busy traffic that weekend. She offered to prepare the cottage for our use, for 8 a.m. on the Saturday morning. We set off early and arrived about 9 a.m., so gaining, instead of losing a day of holiday. It was much appreciated. The cottage garden is very secure for pets, so we could leave the doors open, without worrying (Weather is/was very HOT!). The inside suitable for dogs too, so no worries there either. It is clean, comfortable and homely. A little out of the way, but that is what we wanted: quiet and peaceful.
Mr Barnwell
July 2018
Front and back Gardens a bit scruffy
Mrs Hayden
June 2018
If using Sat Nav co-orordinates be aware you are told you have reached your destination after a short distance into the lane where the property is situated.. You will need to follow more closely the directions given by the owner and count off the cottages found on your right on the right hand side of the lane until you reach Sunshine Lodge. The lane is very narrow so take it slowly.
Mrs Atalay
June 2018
What a wonderful holiday home .. .. everything we needed was here.. tranquil and so peaceful The owner Pam was very accommodating such a lovely Lady.. its a thumbs up from us We have already booked to return
Mr Banks
June 2018
Excellant for nice country walks in a lovely rural setting.. The owner Pam was very friendly.
Mrs Garlinge
March 2018
Lovely cottage lovely garden for our dogs all inclosed we had a lovely time
Mrs Frosdick
December 2017
Sunshine Lodge is a wonderful place to escape to and fantastic for dogs as they have complete freedom in the garden.. Pam the owner leaves treats for the humans and the dogs.Also a starter pack of tea coffee milk and biscuits.Lovely place area and the cottage it was as expected then all Sykes propertys are Thank you.
Mrs Olding
November 2017
What a wonderful surprise this comfortable cottage is.. Really dog friendly and caters for all doggy needs, which made our holiday really relaxing with our 4 dogs. A very secure garden, front and back, even for small dogs. The cottage is about a mile from Hinkley Power Station, along a very quiet lane in countryside, which was initially a bit of a shock, but drive out 15 minutes and the Quantock Hills and surrounding area are fantastic and well worth a visit. Amazing walks and quaint little villages nearby. So a great place as a base, with your dogs, to enjoy the Quantock National Park and nearby area.
Mr Scott
June 2017
This is our second visit to sunshine lodge.. We found it to be very restful and the dogs made themselves right at home too!
Mrs Whyatt
May 2017
Being able to walk the dogs in safe places
Mrs Whyatt, May 2017
March 2017
Had a great week nice and relaxing as expected.. Dogs enjoyed it and the walk over to Hinckley was great for them as they got to go in the sea . Would recommend.
Mr Pearce, March 2017
January 2017
Easy to book.. Holiday home was lovely, just as described only better. Owner was brill, nothing was too much trouble. Would use sykes again and also told family and friends. Thanks very much
Ms Carr, January 2017
October 2016
Pam the owner was very nice and friendly.. Left us some lovely little goodies. The cottage was very clean and the garden was great for dogs. In a very nice location.
Mrs Bennett, October 2016
September 2016
The property is in a very rural setting and far from any shops or Inns.. It is very much geared to dog owners which suited us as we have two Labradors. Walking them off lead was very difficult however as the local beaches are very muddy and basically marshland .
Ms Cramer
July 2016
We absolutely loved this property. We loved the living area as it is all open planned and enough space for our three large dogs. The garden was also a massive positive as it was so secure and it meant we didn't need to worry about the dogs being outside. Although this property is out in the sticks, you're still close to some life with a short drive away. The owner is also very lovely! This is a fabulous place!
Mr Ryan, September 2016
July 2016
We absolutely loved this property.. We loved the living area as it is all open planned and enough space for our three large dogs. The garden was also a massive positive as it was so secure and it meant we didn't need to worry about the dogs being outside. Although this property is out in the sticks, you're still close to some life with a short drive away. The owner is also very lovely! This is a fabulous place!
Mrs Coombes
June 2016
We have stayed there before as it is an excellent location for our dogs. We are particularly happy with the very secure gardens and the owner makes you feel very welcome. It is clean and well laid out with everything you will need. We will be booking again.
Ms Cramer, July 2016
June 2016
We have stayed there before as it is an excellent location for our dogs.. We are particularly happy with the very secure gardens and the owner makes you feel very welcome. It is clean and well laid out with everything you will need. We will be booking again.
Mrs Rex-byrd
February 2016
Sunshine Lodge is a brilliant dog friendly cottage, it has two gardens which are really secure and we had no worries of letting the dogs out in the garden alone. This is a warm and cosy and well equipped cottage and we would definitely recommend.
Mrs Higgins
February 2016
The cottage was very comfortable. We were made very welcome and the best part was that the dogs were made very welcome and the garden was 100% secure, which was great. The property is in a great location for touring the area with plenty to do.
Mrs Coombes, June 2016
February 2016
Sunshine Lodge is a brilliant dog friendly cottage, it has two gardens which are really secure and we had no worries of letting the dogs out in the garden alone.. This is a warm and cosy and well equipped cottage and we would definitely recommend.
Mrs Rex-byrd, February 2016
February 2016
The cottage was very comfortable.. We were made very welcome and the best part was that the dogs were made very welcome and the garden was 100% secure, which was great. The property is in a great location for touring the area with plenty to do.
Mr Sheil
November 2015
This was advertised as a dog friendly cottage and it was certainly that. The conversion had been done by someone that understands dogs, yet the quality was very high, much better than an average cottage. The garden is dog proof and floodlit.
Mrs Higgins, February 2016
November 2015
This was advertised as a dog friendly cottage and it was certainly that.. The conversion had been done by someone that understands dogs, yet the quality was very high, much better than an average cottage. The garden is dog proof and floodlit.
Mr Sansom
October 2015
A beautiful cottage in a wonderful location, it was marvellous for our three dogs as they couldn't get out of the garden which put our minds at peace. The owner was always there for us if we needed her and we would like to say thanks to her for a great holiday.
Miss Magro
September 2015
A spacious and comfortable cottage.
Mr Sheil, November 2015
September 2015
A beautiful cottage in a wonderful location, it was marvellous for our three dogs as they couldn't get out of the garden which put our minds at peace.. The owner was always there for us if we needed her and we would like to say thanks to her for a great holiday.
Mr Sansom, September 2015
September 2015
A spacious and comfortable cottage..
Mrs Coombes
July 2015
Everything at Sunshine Lodge was excellent. The owner takes so much care to make you feel welcome. The garden was so secure for our dogs that we had no worries about letting them stay in the garden while we relaxed.
Miss Magro, September 2015
June 2015
Everything at Sunshine Lodge was excellent.. The owner takes so much care to make you feel welcome. The garden was so secure for our dogs that we had no worries about letting them stay in the garden while we relaxed.
Mr Clarke
May 2015
Liked the comfort and cleanliness of the cottage, really a treat to come back to after being out during the day with the dogs. The garden was really secure and safe for our dogs which made life easy with them.
Mr Race
April 2015
Absolutely loved our stay at the cottage. Everything was perfect and the little added extras were a lovely touch. It was an ideal location and had beautiful scenery which was lovely. We were very grateful for such a short notice booking as well.
Mrs Coombes, June 2015
April 2015
Liked the comfort and cleanliness of the cottage, really a treat to come back to after being out during the day with the dogs.. The garden was really secure and safe for our dogs which made life easy with them.
Mr Clarke, April 2015
April 2015
Absolutely loved our stay at the cottage.. Everything was perfect and the little added extras were a lovely touch. It was an ideal location and had beautiful scenery which was lovely. We were very grateful for such a short notice booking as well.
Mrs Blakeley
January 2015
Lovely, cosy cottage that was very dog friendly with the fully enclosed garden, dog towels and home made dog biscuits which made it feel like the owner really wanted our dogs there.
Mr Race, April 2015
December 2014
Lovely, cosy cottage that was very dog friendly with the fully enclosed garden, dog towels and home made dog biscuits which made it feel like the owner really wanted our dogs there..
Mrs Raybould
November 2014
The accommodation is lovely clean with good décor and a nice homely feel. A great area for exploring places. The owner goes the extra mile to make you and your dog feel welcome with little extra treats waiting on arrival. This is a great place to unwind and enjoy, who needs to spend buckets of money on a spa holiday to feel refreshed!
Mrs Blakeley, December 2014
October 2014
The accommodation is lovely & clean with good décor and a nice homely feel.. A great area for exploring places. The owner goes the extra mile to make you and your dog feel welcome with little extra treats waiting on arrival. This is a great place to unwind and enjoy, who needs to spend buckets of money on a spa holiday to feel refreshed!
Mrs Molsher-Berry
August 2014
Fabulous little cottage. Perfect for exploring the coast, Exmoor and Cheddar Gorge. The dogs were perfectly safe in the enclosed garden - even the little escape artiste we have! The owner was so lovely and friendly and very helpful. We will definitely be going again and would not hesitate to recommend this lovely little place.
Mrs Raybould, October 2014
August 2014
Fabulous little cottage.. Perfect for exploring the coast, Exmoor and Cheddar Gorge. The dogs were perfectly safe in the enclosed garden - even the little escape artiste we have! The owner was so lovely and friendly and very helpful. We will definitely be going again and would not hesitate to recommend this lovely little place.
Miss Raybould
May 2014
Accommodation is superb. Great location for accessing places of interest. Owner is a very lovely lady and very helpful. Well worthy of 5 stars.
Mrs Quelch
April 2014
The personal touches were amazing. Home made dog biscuits, doggy towels, bowl of water waiting and chocolates on each bed. The cottage was lovely and warm, lots of games and puzzles for the children and we didn't need to buy anything extra. It was an ideal location for the dogs, contained front and back gardens with lots of walks nearby. Beach was quite close and lots of good restaurants nearby. Would definitely recommend/return.
Mrs Molsher-Berry, August 2014
April 2014
Accommodation is superb.. Great location for accessing places of interest. Owner is a very lovely lady and very helpful. Well worthy of 5 stars.
Miss Raybould, April 2014
April 2014
The personal touches were amazing.. Home made dog biscuits, doggy towels, bowl of water waiting and chocolates on each bed. The cottage was lovely and warm, lots of games and puzzles for the children and we didn't need to buy anything extra. It was an ideal location for the dogs, contained front and back gardens with lots of walks nearby. Beach was quite close and lots of good restaurants nearby. Would definitely recommend/return.
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