Oak Farm Lodges

We came back after ten years to celebrate our tenth anniversary, having spent our honeymoon here. Sadly, it’s changed owners and hasn’t aged well. We paid just under £200 a night for two nights for the two of us. I know it’s a two-bedroom lodge with a hot tub, but it doesn’t feel as luxurious as it used to. Checking in at 4pm and leaving at 9am doesn’t feel like good value, especially when guests are also asked to strip the beds. The mattress was so firm I felt bruised. The hot tub had no bubbles and the jets kept coming out. On Saturday morning the owner came over to put tablets in it, interrupting what was meant to be a romantic weekend. Next door, a party disturbed the peaceful setting all Saturday evening until they were told to turn the music off at 11pm. The bathrooms were mouldy and run down, which is a shame given how beautiful the location is. You used to be able to buy eggs, bacon and other things from the farm, but that’s no longer offered. Diss high street is a ten-minute walk away, with a good choice of shops, pubs and cafés. It’s lovely being somewhere rich in nature, with wildlife all around. The owner was pleasant and helpful when we arrived, but we feel the place has lost its charm.