Woodland Lodge

Spacious Forest Lodge • Ideal for Families, Groups & Remote Work. In a peaceful and secluded position, set within the ancient woodland of Burrswood, with direct access to beautiful woodland walks. If the weather is ever against you during your stay, a table tennis table, plus a selection of DVDs and games to keep you occupied, and a large wood-burning stove to keep you cosy. Also perfect to work from in peace with Starlink internet providing 150-250mbps speed. The space About the Space: Our spacious open-plan woodland lodge is designed for families, groups, and anyone looking to unwind in nature. The mezzanine bedroom offers elevated views over the forest canopy, while the cosy living area centres around a large wood-burning stove, the heart of the lodge and its main heat source. Starlink internet (150–250mbps) makes it ideal for remote work or relaxed streaming during your stay. Sleeping Arrangements Flexible sleeping options for families and groups: - Super-king bed on the mezzanine - Two optional single beds - Double futon - Sofa bed - Travel cot available on request Kitchen Fully equipped for proper cooking and family meals: - Full-size electric oven (newly installed) - Two-ring electric hob - Combination microwave/oven/grill - Fridge/freezer - Toaster & kettle - Espresso machine & French press - Plenty of plates, glasses, cookware, and utensils - Washing machine Living & Dining A warm, social area perfect for families: - Wood-burning stove (main heating source) - Dining table for 6 (plus 2 extra folding chairs) - Comfortable seating for 6+ - DVD player & film collection - Wi-Fi - Board games & a table tennis table for rainy days A high chair can be provided on request. Bathroom - Large corner electric shower - Basin & WC - Fresh towels provided Garden & Outdoors The lodge has its own private garden, separate from our family garden. - Fire pit with seating - Firewood provided (or forage in the woods) - Peaceful outside area for morning coffee or evening drinks - Woodland walks from the doorstep Optional Extras Wood-Fired Pizza Oven (pre-book only) We’ll set it up for you and provide: - Two pizza doughs per person - Passata and mozzarella - Wood for firing - Instructions for lighting and cooking (24 hours’ notice required.) BBQ (free to use) Please bring your own charcoal. Guest access The track to the left-hand side of the drive as you come in will take you down to Woodland Lodge. There is enough space for a car to 3-point-turn down by the Lodge, however, if you have more than one vehicle feel free to park them all down there. When facing the front door of the Lodge there is a key lockbox to the right-hand side on the gable end (around the corner, just above the wood store) about 4ft up. You will have received the code prior to your arrival. Other things to note The lodge is in a secluded location tucked away from the main house. It is an incredibly peaceful location with no neighbours other than the local wildlife yet within easy reach of Royal Tunbridge Wells. You are within the grounds of a family home, because of this we request any music or noise to be taken inside the lodge from 10 pm. Please note - *This is not a party venue where additional people can arrive unannounced.* Rubbish & Recycling There are three recycling boxes beside the right-hand side of the Lodge - one is for paper & card, one is for (rinsed) plastic, glass & metal, plus one extra. There is also a small food waste caddy under the kitchen sink. We ask our guests to recycle when they can. Please put the non-recyclable bin bags in the green dustbin at the top of the drive (please do not leave then outside the Lodge because animals will go through them and scatter rubbish everywhere!). Table Tennis The table is free for you to use and enjoy, and the balls and bats are kept in the cupboard underneath the kitchen sink. Our family We have a large family that love the outdoors, and we also have a large garden that needs constant maintenance - especially on weekends children will be playing and mowers mowing. If the odd child wanders down and says hello, I apologise in advance, but we will try to prevent this! We will try our best to prevent any disturbance at antisocial hours to our guests, & ask that you avoid outdoor noise after 10pm please.