Brookside Lodge, Defford

Worcestershire. Sleeps up to 4

Nestled among scenes of open countryside is this beautiful detached lodge, settled within the peaceful Neilson Park Caravan Park, an over 50s estate offering a quiet retreat. Brookside Lodge is the perfect base for a group of friends or couples looking to enjoy a tranquil getaway to Worcestershire. Find the lodge overlooking idyllic open countryside, with a babbling beck resting below, making your way up a few steps to enclosed decking with seating where you can sip on your morning coffee as you breathe in the fresh air and look out for badgers, foxes and buzzards. Take off your shoes in the hallway and be welcomed by an amazing feature of history, a traditional piano with engraving of its old owners, which include Princess Ingrid of Sweden, Princess Elizabeth and Princess Margaret! The lodge houses two welcoming double bedrooms with plush furnishings and access to their own en-suites, one with a private shower room and the other with a Jack-and-Jill bathroom leading out to the hallway, meaning everyone can enjoy a soak in the bath tub. Settle in for a quiet evening in the open-plan living space, here you can rustle up your best cooking in the well-equipped kitchen before gathering together and discussing the day over a bottle of wine on the dining table. After this, cosy up on the couch and be entertained by a captivating film, ending the day perfectly. Take a quiet stroll over to the local village pub which is owned by the same owners of the property and tuck into a tasty pub grub with a beverage of your choice before heading over to the local farm shop which sells fresh produce for all your home-cooked meals. Venture over to Pershore market town, home to a wider selection of amenities including retail shopping, restaurants and pubs, showcasing Georgian architecture throughout. Enjoy an adventure-filled day exploring the Malvern Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, discovering dramatic landscapes, glistening springs, and high peaks among long walking and cycling trails The property is local to Croome Court National Trust park about 4 miles away. Visit the thriving city of Worcester and soak up the local history and culture at Worcester Cathedral, Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum and the Museum of Royal Worcester before trying your luck at a choice of watersports including fishing and boating. Enjoy a leisurely stroll at one of the many natural beauty spots, such as the steep Bredon Hill which boasts breath-taking panoramic views of the Malvern Hills, Severn Valley and the Vale of Evesham. Rest and rejuvenate during a relaxing stay at Brookside Lodge.