Doing this journey running a blog gig for over 7 years has given me fairly a excessive normal relating to lodges and flats. I don’t imply that within the sense that all the pieces must be 5 star. However I would like type, I would like consolation and above all, I need a handy and accessible location. Now that I’ve had a child I don’t wish to need to compromise these items or decrease my requirements when on the lookout for locations to remain. That stated, it’s powerful. There are such a lot of extra issues to contemplate while you’re staying in a lodge or an condominium with a child, so discovering nice family-friendly lodging typically appears difficult. That’s why I wish to inform you all in regards to the wonderful household pleasant condominium in Chester which we stayed in in December 2019.
About Oddfellows Lodge, Chester
The condominium we stayed in is a part of the Oddfellows Lodge, a characterful 4 star lodge in central Chester. The lodge contains a fashionable restaurant, fashionable bar and boutique rooms all inside a historic Georgian constructing. What is exclusive in regards to the Oddfellows Lodge is that it additionally has a handful of flats that are positioned in a separate constructing, on a quiet road only a few minutes stroll from the principle lodge. The flats include their very own kitchen, lounge space and floor ground parking areas.
We stayed in ‘Residence One’ throughout our Chester mini break which had two bedrooms, a kitchen, a lounge and three loos. There was ample house within the condominium and it turned out to be an incredible selection for our December household break to Chester.
Causes Why I Liked our Oddfellows Household Pleasant Residence in Chester
- It was a self-catering condominium with a completely outfitted kitchen. There was a microwave for warming his meals, a kettle for getting ready his bottle feeds and an enormous fridge to retailer all the pieces. The kitchen additionally got here with all of the crockery, cutlery and pans that you might have to cook dinner a meal.
- The decor was quirky and characterful, that means we didn’t need to compromise type over perform. I cherished the fashionable velvet couch.
- The condominium and parking house have been each at floor stage, that means simple pram entry and straightforward automobile unloading
- There was loads of house to go away the pram within the entrance corridor
- An Ikea Antilop excessive chair was supplied
- A journey cot was provided on request in one of many bedrooms, full with clear sheets
- There was a tub in one of many loos. Excellent for preserving Theo’s night tub time routine while we have been away
- The entire condominium was extremely spacious and felt very clear and secure for Theo to crawl round and discover (underneath our supervision)
- White firm toiletries for a little bit of luxurious
- A breakfast hamper was delivered to our door each morning with recent fruit, yoghurt, bread, butter, milk, eggs and meat for a cooked breakfast. It additionally included Weetabix for Theo which was a really considerate contact
- It had a dishwasher which gave us a much-appreciated break from washing up
- The king measurement beds have been extraordinarily comfy and had positively had that luxurious lodge really feel.
Eating at Cultivated, Oddfellows Lodge
On the primary night time of our two night time keep at Oddfellows, we dined within the lodge restaurant. As we had Theo in tow, we reserved our desk ridiculously early which meant we have been the primary diners of the night time. We obtained a pleasant welcome from the waiter who confirmed us to our desk. I used to be impressed {that a} excessive chair had already been set out on the desk, following our reservation of two adults and 1 child.
As a substitute of two starters we opted for 3 dishes from their small plates menu. Sticking to a festive theme, we went for breaded camembert with cranberry sauce, pigs in blankets and candied cashew nuts. For the principle course I went for sea bream which was superbly cooked and got here in a scrumptious sauce. Dessert was an orange bakewell tart which I completely loved. Eating on the lodge was really easy and stress-free however the worth factors are positively on the increased finish which is one thing to contemplate.
Pram and Disabled Entry at Oddfellows Lodge
The principle entrance to the Oddfellows Lodge is up a protracted flight of stairs. From first impressions this appears extremely unfriendly to prams and wheelchairs, however the lodge does have an accessible ramp entrance across the again. Though this entry is out there, I used to be positively glad to be staying to be staying in an condominium somewhat than the principle lodge.
What did you consider my overview? Would you keep on this household pleasant condominium in Chester? I’d love to listen to your ideas or inquiries to please go away a remark within the field beneath. Jess x
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Our keep on the Oddfellows Lodge in Chester and dinner at Cultivated was supplied on a complimentary foundation in trade for weblog protection. All phrases, views and pictures are my very own. My journey to Chester in partnership with Advertising and marketing Cheshire.