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Lodge |3 bedrooms |Sleeps 6

Great Billing in Northampton

From £400 per week

3 nights minimum stay

Changeover flexible

4.5 out of 5

2 reviews | Write a review

Key info  Swimming pool, balcony/terrace, car advised, private garden, may take pets - please enquire

About the home

Luxurious modern three bedroom lodge sleeps up to 6 people overlooking a river and a lake at Billing Aquadrome Holiday Park in Northampton.
The lodge is fully equipped to a high standard with all the usual home comforts.
Including a private gated deck with outdoor furniture perfect for 'Al fresco' dining. Keen anglers can use the private garden or the deck for fishing.
This is a great place to stay especially for children and for angling holidays.
Billing Aquadrome boasts entertainment for all the family including a Funfair, Go-Karts, Crazy Golf and bars, restaurants and an on-site Indian restaurant with Fish N Chip shop. There is also a small supermarket and launderette. The parks amusements and facilities open at the end of March through to November 7th, however the bars are open all through the year. From November through to March the park is a relaxing getaway.

A truly relaxing and luxury base to explore the park and the surrounding areas. There is a new leisure complex built at the entrance to the park which makes Billing Aquadrome truly an all weather holiday park.
Ideally located for Silverstone Race Circuit, Land Rover Show, Hot Air Balloon Festival.
Bonfire weekend spectacular.............fireworks, trade stalls, food stalls, disco at the Complex and much more.
Christmas party nights, including Santas Grotto and train rides.

Facilities

Further details indoors:
This beautiful three bedroom lodge sleeps upto 6 people in a master bedroom with king size bed, wall mounted flat screen tv/dvd player, ample wardrobe space with en suite shower room. A double bedroom with wardrobe and drawers including wall mounted flat screen dvd player and a further twin bedroom(the Bunk Room) with 2 x single beds suitable for children and teenagers again containing ample wardrobe space and to keep the kids entertained a flat screen tv/dvd player.
There is a family bathroom with shower. The luxury kitchen is fully equipped for your stay. There is a hob/oven, fridge and freezer, integrated dishwasher, microwave, electric kettle, toaster, smoothie maker and ample plates, dishes, mugs, glasses, saucepans, basically everything a well fitted kitchen would contain!
The open plan lounge contains a flat screen wall mounted tv with full satellite sky+ package and dvd player. Leather sofas seat upto 6 people and there is a large wooden dining table with 6 comfortable chairs. Electric wall mounted fire for the chillier evenings and of course there is central heating when required. There are a few dvds and games for the family and a cd/radio player.
The lounge and dining area looks out over the water where you can relax and watch the wildlife passing by such as ducks, geese, swans, moorhens and very occasionally the majestic herons. At all times of the year the views are relaxing and the sunsets spectacular.
The utility room contains the central heating boiler, fire extinguisher, washer/dryer machine, ironing board and iron, vacuum cleaner, a few reading books, cushions for the outdoor seating and a wine rack.
**Please note that the tv/dvd players in the bedrooms are not connected to tv aeriels and therefore are provided for use with dvds/games consoles.

The exterior boasts a wooden gated deck and includes seating for six. Perfect for the relaxing drink and outdoor dining you can watch the world go by at a leisurely pace. The external spotlighting can provide the light to continue your gathering late into the evening.
The small private garden can be used for fishing as a Fishing Permit is included in the price. The Billing Aquadrome site is used by keen anglers as there are 6 carp lakes and if you see the size of the fish it is no wonder it is so popular!
There is parking for two cars, locking points on the deck base for bicycles just bring your own locks and a heavy duty ground locking point for motorbikes.

*Please note that as the lodge is located next to water, children must be supervised at ALL times. No liability accepted by the owner.

Further details outdoors:
There is a private garden which leads up to the waters edge where fishing is allowed. A Fishing permit is provided with the lodge rental. The fish can be spotted from the deck..........an anglers dream lodge!

Please note that as the lodge is located next to the water, children and pets must be supervised at ALL times. No liability accepted by the owner.

Further details

Please bring your own towels. Pillows/Quilts/Linen provided.
Basic "Welcome pack" provided on arrival.
Minimum 3 night stay only.

Conditions

Changeover day is usually Saturday but please ask as we are flexible.

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Relaxing View from the Deck

 

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Master Bedroom with king size bed

 

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Living Area

The Central England / Cotswolds / Northamptonshire region

Northamptonshire boasts bustling market towns, stately homes and waterways.

There is a wide range of attractions and places of interest such as Althorp House & Estate, the Silverstone Grand Prix Circuit, Rockingham Raceway, Woburn Abbey and Safari Park, Whipsnade Zoo. Northampton boasts its own market, Thursdays is antiques day! Delapre Golf course is a few miles away. There are also bridleways, tow-paths and cycle routes to follow for the energetic holiday makers and dog walkers.

The Northampton / Great Billing area

The lodge is located at Billing Aquadrome which is set in 235 acres of parkland which has received a David Bellamy Conservation Scheme award. It hosts many rallies and shows throughout the year and entertainment for all the family including a funfair for younger children, "Land Warrior" Orbing, Climbing Wall, Miniature Train, Go-Karts, Crazy Golf on Shark Island, Water Warriors Hydrospheres and Pedaloe hire, trampolines, free play areas and of course fishing lakes for the keen angler. *NEW Leisure centre containing water slides, pool, bar/dining area open from February onwards. There is an Internet Cafe at the Leisure Centre and WiFi codes available.
You can also dine on site at various bars and restaurants including fish n chips, Indian food and there is also a supermarket, launderette and Fishing Tackle shop on site. Main season from Easter through to Mid September. Site Open February to January 11 months. For visitors who prefer shopping to fishing there is Northampton town centre with its many shops and outlets. A large retail park is one junction away back on the A45 dual carriageway with the usual retailers.
A large cinema complex is only a few miles away with Ten Pin Bowling. There is also Billing Garden Village with various other outlets just off Crow Lane which sells fresh produce such as meats and vegetables.

How to get there

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Take Junction 15 off the M1 motorway. Follow signs for A45 East to Northampton/Wellingborough.

Billing Aquadrome is signposted off the A45 approx 5 miles off motorway. Take left slip road off A45 for Ecton/Little Billing(Great Billing Interchange) and take third exit onto Crow Lane. Take third exit at next island(petrol garage on right) and follow road to next small island where you will see Security gates on left.

Northampton Train station only 5 miles.
Postcode is NN3 9DA.

Activities near Northampton

Reviews

Review: 1 to 2 of 2

22 Jan 2012

“Far exceeded our expectations, Fantastic” Stayed for a week in November to visit our daughter who lives nearby, so we knew many of the facilities on site would be closed. Heron Lodge was a very pleasant surprise. A lovely location on the waters edge and parking for 2 cars (if needed). The accommodation was spacious, beautifully furnished, clean and fully equipped. Central heating was perfect and plenty of hot water. We arrived late on Sunday evening and the owner had left a welcome pack, so we had everything we needed. There is a good selection of books and DVD's. The weather was sunny, but cool and we were able to sit on the deck and watch the wildlife, very peaceful. We are already planning our next visit...Highly recommended accommodation. Response: Thank you very much for taking the time to review Heron Lodge. Thank you also for the great comments and we look forward to welcoming you back. Best wishes Ruth and Paul

14 Jun 2011

“a home from home, without the mess!” we had a wonderful stay at Heron Lodge. The lodge was excellent, very clean and well looked after, we felt like we were the first people to ever stay there! We used the lodge for our trip to Silverstone Moto GP, so we did not not use the facilities at Billing Aquadrome. However, what we saw of the park, it looked like it catered for families with various activities available. I would highly recommend a stay a Heron Lodge and we hope to go back ourselves in the future! Response: Thank you for the great comments. We hope you come back and visit again. Best wishes Ruth and Paul

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Guestbook for Heron Lodge

The Miley family August 2009, "The attractions were fine but we mostly enjoyed sitting on the deck and just watching the wildlife".
The Masters family Sept 2009,"The Lodge was even better than described....larger than expected".
The Griffith family May 2010, "It was such a relaxing stay, the lodge is beautiful and the service great. Thanks for the welcome pack too."
The Arnolds group June 2010, "Weather was rubbish but the lodge was great, home from home only better....will recommend and return."
The Atkins Party. New Years Eve 2010, "Thank you for New Years Eve, everyone had a great time and the lodge was lovely!"

Rental prices

Prices for group size 6
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Jan, Feb, March	3 Jan 12	13 Mar 12	400£ 400	0-	100100	3 Nights
Mar 12 to Apr 5	13 Mar 12	6 Apr 12	500£ 500	0-	100100	3 Nights
Easter	6 Apr 12	28 Apr 12	600£ 600	0-	150150	3 Nights
Apr, May	28 Apr 12	26 May 12	550£ 550	0-	100100	3 Nights
May, June, July	26 May 12	5 Jul 12	600£ 600	0-	120120	3 Nights
July Silverstone	5 Jul 12	11 Jul 12	800£ 800	0-	200200	3 Nights
July, Aug, Sept	11 Jul 12	4 Sep 12	750£ 750	0-	150150	3 Nights
Sept,Oct	4 Sep 12	20 Oct 12	580£ 580	0-	120120	3 Nights
Oct	20 Oct 12	30 Oct 12	600£ 600	0-	120120	3 Nights
Nov.Dec	30 Oct 12	22 Dec 12	500£ 500	0-	100100	3 Nights
Xmas and New Year	22 Dec 12	3 Jan 13	750£ 750	0-	0-	1 Week
Jan,Feb	3 Jan 13	28 Feb 13	400£ 400	0-	100100	3 Nights

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

Electric and gas are included in the price. Full Sky+ package included. Pillows/Quilts/Linen included.

Minimum 3 night stay

Non refundable 20% deposit required at time of booking to secure reservation payable by card, bank transfer or PayPal.(payments by paypal incurr a 3% charge) All major credit/debit cards accepted.

Booking Contract to be completed on receipt of deposit.

Full payment to be made 4 weeks before stay. Payment by card, cheque or bank transfer.

Lodge available from 3pm on arrival day. Lodge to be vacated by latest 10am on departure day.

Leisure Complex facilities payable directly to Billing Aquadrome on arrival.

Prices £35 for half week pass £70 for full week pass (subject to change)

Short breaks available.

Small to medium dog breeds accepted only. There may be a small charge for pets please check at booking.

Availability

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Contact the owner

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2 years listed You are contacting Ruth Coughlan Landline n/a Mobile +44 07976 971301 Web Visit site Payment accepted Credit cards accepted Languages spoken The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2009. This lodge has received 2 reviews from previous guests.

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