If we’d not have had a chance meeting and a wonderful introduction with the owner on our way into the retreat then we wouldn’t have seen anyone from Dilham Hall during our exceptional 3 night stay. And that is just how Luke & Louise want it to be and every small detail has been meticulously thought of. Total privacy, peace and quiet and the ultimate in relaxation are all high on the agenda with a stay at Dilham Hall Retreats - even to the point that there are robotic lawn mowers so no one disturbs you.
Staying in an adult only pod in the Broad Fen area of the retreat, we were treated to luxury accommodation with a comfy bed, powerful shower, more than enough kitchen appliances, sofa and a large TV - although I can’t comment on the quality of the TV as we didn’t even have the need to turn it on! Outside was a splendid wood fired hot tub, table & chairs, fire pit and gas BBQ all within the privacy of your own area of Broad Fen. Whilst the other 2 pods were occupied during our stay, you wouldn’t have know it such was the thoughtful way the pods have been laid out and screens put in place.
We did, however, see plenty of wildlife from the comfort of the pod patio area. Numerous hares, deer and pheasants were seen enjoying the sunshine just a few yards away from us whilst we listened to the birdsong coming from the many different birds in the trees.
There is also a fantastic canoe hire on the side of the privately owned canal with a 20% discount offered for guests staying on the retreat. Due to its private nature you’re not going to encounter any motorised vessels, just maybe passing another kayak or canoe. The waterway is full of hundreds, maybe thousands, of dragonfly and damselfly and we even saw a Kingfisher after its next meal. A perfect way to spend the afternoon before heading back to the hot tub and a glass of fizz for a bit more tranquility.
As well as the adult only Broad Fen, there is a family and dog friendly set of pods that line the canal.
This was our second stay at Dilham Hall and certainly won’t be last, looking forward to returning in the near future for another thoroughly relaxing break.