Apologies for this long, in depth, excellent review, its worth a read .We have just returned from a week at Dawlish, family of 4 with 2 boys aged 8 and 12. This lodge is everything you need and by far superior than anything else advertised on this site. The location must be the best on the park. End of cul-de-sac with play area for the children, a little garden and bench. Absolute peace and quiet. The lodge itself is stunning. The decor is beautiful and everything is clean and new. Facilities include a washing machine, washing line in the little garden, double fridge, wifi which was a godsend as we could run boys tablets from it, my laptop and even brought our firestick which plugged into the larger than normal TV. Childrens games provided, hair straighteners, hair dryer, swimming utensils in the lockups and everything you would ever need not just for a holiday but for home too. Sandra is very friendly and text me when the lodge was available which was before 1400. When we arrived, what a shock. Milk in the fridge, washing up liquid, baby wipes, bin liners etc and the icing on the cake was an up to date TV Guide which is actually the one my better half buys! Every little thing is taken care of and then that extra little bit.
We didnt go to the on park entertainment as our boys are not interested. We used The Marquee at Ladys Mile which is open to non residents which was lovely and the boys could play outside. We also used the clubhouse at the sister site Dawlish Sands which was gorgeous, peaceful and the 2p games kept the boys entertained for hours. Swam at both Golden Sands and Dawlish Sands and both pools are great.
You seriously do not need a car in Dawlish, everything is there to entertain both Children and Adults. This lodge is in a fantastic location to service all those needs. Shop, bakery, pubs, fast food, funfair, beach all easily accessed from the lodges location.
In short, choose Dawlish and choose this lodge, you will absolutely love it. P.s Sandra, a hot-tub would be heaven!!
Thank you for your very kind words, so pleased you had a lovely stay ????