The White Lodge

Just returned from another wonderful 5 day visit to Yarmouth, and for the second year running I stayed at the White Lodge. At the risk of repeating everything I said on my review last year, I couldn’t have hoped for a more pleasant stay. The location is absolutely perfect being equidistant from the promenade (for which you can take a beautiful stroll along the Venetian waterway) and Yarmouth racecourse (our visit centred around the 3 day horse racing festival), which is another leisurely stroll. The friendly welcome Jean gives as soon as you arrive makes you feel right at home from the moment you walk through the door, and more so given that Jean went out of her way to ensure our rooms were ready earlier than planned, knowing that we’d completed an 8-9 hour journey from Scotland. It’s those small touches that make our stay at the White Lodge so special and one of the (many) reasons we return, and shall continue to return in the future. My room (No.2) was spacious, spotlessly clean, and with a very comfortable double bed. I also had a lovely sea view. There were plenty of tea / coffee amenities, as well as a wall mounted tv (which was never actually used during my stay, but it was available nonetheless). Undoubtedly one of the best things about the stay is the breakfast. There is a range of teas and coffees available; as well as cereals, jams / marmalades and also fruit juices. Nothing quite compares to the quality cooked breakfast which really sets you up for the day. Freshly made and with the best of ingredients, it’s a treat to start the morning in such a way, knowing that you're then set up for the day. A special mention this year also (and please forgive me that I didn’t pick up his name) for the lad who helps Jean with breakfast in the morning. Always there to greet you with a smile and a good morning, and even takes the time to note your name and include it when conversing. Again it’s those little touches which give The White Lodge a lot more of a personal feel; often it feels as though you’re staying with friends as opposed to a Bed and Breakfast. But as I said, this is what makes our visits to The White Lodge so special. Jean - it was a pleasure to see you again and thank you once more for having me. I know I had some competition this year for the award of ‘best left room’, but hopefully I’ve done enough to retain my status :-) I look forward to seeing you again next year. Chris

Just returned from our third visit to the White Lodge, and having given it 5 stars on the previous two, I decided this time I WOULD find a reason to complain regardless of how petty the reason. It’s a Scottish thing, we are programmed to find something to moan about) Arrived after the long drive south east from Scotland ( 8 hours in all) and was rather hoping there would be a lack of parking available. This would allow me to get my complaint noted early, but alas, multiple parking spots available immediately outside the premises so no opportunity there , but early days with plenty of time to find fault I’m sure. Frustratingly Jean had even got our room prepared early for us, which given the aforementioned lengthy drive, was very much appreciated and her traditional warm welcome merely eliminated another opportunity for me to complete my mission. Undeterred we made our way to our room. Spacious, spotlessly clean, comfortable temperature, huge bed with a tremendous view across to the sea. Plenty storage space, tea coffee etc. All very frustrating !! The location of the hotel is fantastic, being a pleasant 15 minute stroll along the Venetian waterway to the main town and all its attractions, and a similar length stroll to the racecourse. The primary reason for our visit was the 3 day racing festival, so the location is absolutely perfect for us. As you’ll have gathered my endeavours to find fault were proving fruitless, with probably the breakfast going to be my last opportunity. No such luck I’m afraid. Quality of the breakfast is superb. Fresh, tasty ( clearly the best of ingredients) and plentiful. Cereals, yoghurts, fruit etc and a wonderful full English cooked to perfection. Really sets you up for the day. So despite my best efforts sadly I have to report I failed miserably in my ‘ find a fault’ mission, and 5 stars it has to be, but fear not, I’ll be back again reinvigorated and determined to succeed. On a serious note, tyvm Jean for yet another wonderful stay, we’re genuinely sad when it’s time to say goodbye. Your offer to prepare us a packed lunch for the long trip home was extremely kind but given your caring personality, no surprise really. Your dedication and commitment to providing guests with a memorable stay is a credit to you and you deserve every ounce of the credit you are afforded in the reviews. I should add our appreciation to the young lad who assists with the breakfasts in the morning . Cheery and pleasant and a credit to you) See you next year , when I WILL find something to gripe about) 😇 John

An amazing stay beautiful bed and breakfast on the seafront nothing was too much for Jean had everything we wanted and more ❤️breakfast was outstanding and room was lovely and quiet would definitely recommend and we will be returning ❤️