The Lodge @ Racecourse House in Babell near Holywell | Must-See Flintshire Hot Tub Cottage

About The Lodge @ Racecourse House

The Lodge @ Racecourse House is a self-catering lodge in Flintshire, North Wales, sitting close to the Dee Estuary and the rolling countryside of the Clwydian Range Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The private hot tub is a standout feature perfect after a day out exploring the coast or hills.

This part of North Wales offers real variety. The Dee Estuary is minutes away with outstanding birdwatching. Prestatyn and Rhyl are within easy reach for beaches. The historic walled town of Chester is under 30 minutes by car. The landscape here is open and quiet with good walking straight from the door.

The lodge sleeps up to four guests and is well-equipped throughout with modern furnishings and a fully fitted kitchen. Comfortable living space and quality bedrooms make it a solid base for exploring the region.

Nearby highlights include Bodelwyddan Castle (12 miles) Chester City Walls (18 miles) Rhyl Beach (8 miles) and Prestatyn Hillside Nature Reserve (6 miles).

The Lodge @ Racecourse House suits couples and small families wanting a quiet North Wales base with a hot tub and easy access to coast, countryside and Chester.

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Need To Know

✓Gas central heating
✓2 x electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, kettle, toaster
✓Smart tv, wifi
✓Fuel and power included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Off-road parking for 3 cars
✓Enclosed, wraparound decking with furniture and hot tub
✓Enclosed, rooftop veranda with sun loungers
✓Sorry, no pets
✓Sorry, no smoking
✓Shop 2 miles, pub 0.6 miles, river 1.5 miles
✓Note: property beside owner’s house
✓Note: good housekeeping bond of £300
✓Note: please take care on the 180-degree staircase up to the roof garden

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What Guests Love

Discover why our guests keep coming back to The Lodge @ Racecourse House

Private hot tub

Soak in the private hot tub after a day out. It's one of the most popular features guests mention about their stay.

North Wales location

Flintshire puts you within easy reach of the Dee Estuary, Clwydian hills and the historic city of Chester.

Peaceful countryside setting

The lodge sits in a quiet rural spot away from busy tourist areas making it ideal for a proper switch-off.

Easy access to coast

Rhyl and Prestatyn beaches are both under 30 minutes away giving you easy access to the North Wales coast.

Well-equipped accommodation

The lodge is fully fitted with a modern kitchen and comfortable living space everything you need for a self-catering stay.

Great base for walking

The Clwydian Range AONB is right on the doorstep with well-marked trails and open hillside walks for all abilities.

Getting To The Lodge @ Racecourse House

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

The Lodge @ Racecourse House is located in Flintshire, North Wales, with postcode CH8 8PW. From the A55 North Wales Expressway take the exit towards Holywell and follow local roads south. Off-road parking for two cars is available on site.

By Train

The nearest train stations are Prestatyn and Rhyl both on the North Wales Coast Line and approximately 8 miles from the property. A local taxi from either station will get you to the lodge in around 15 minutes.

Off-road parking available on site

Prestatyn station (approx. 8 miles)

Accessible from the A55 North Wales Expressway

Attractions & More Nearby

Everything you need within easy reach

Bodelwyddan Castle

Distance: 12 miles

LL18 5YA

Chester City Walls & Cathedral

Distance: 18 miles

CH1 2HU

Rhyl SeaQuarium

Distance: 8 miles

LL18 1LN

Clwydian Range AONB Trails

Distance: 5 miles

CH7 5SH

Offa's Dyke Path

Distance: 6 miles

CH8 9DX

Prestatyn Hillside Nature Reserve

Distance: 6 miles

LL19 9SB

Rhyl Town Centre

Distance: 8 miles

LL18 1AS

Holywell Town Centre

Distance: 3 miles

CH8 7TH

Mold Town Centre & Market

Distance: 10 miles

CH7 1AP

Prestatyn Train Station

Distance: 8 miles

LL19 9RP

Rhyl Train Station

Distance: 8 miles

LL18 1HS

A55 North Wales Expressway

Distance: 2 miles

CH8 8RR

Bodelwyddan Castle

Distance: 12 miles

LL18 5YA

Chester City Walls & Cathedral

Distance: 18 miles

CH1 2HU

Rhyl SeaQuarium

Distance: 8 miles

LL18 1LN

Clwydian Range AONB Trails

Distance: 5 miles

CH7 5SH

Offa's Dyke Path

Distance: 6 miles

CH8 9DX

Prestatyn Hillside Nature Reserve

Distance: 6 miles

LL19 9SB

Rhyl Town Centre

Distance: 8 miles

LL18 1AS

Holywell Town Centre

Distance: 3 miles

CH8 7TH

Mold Town Centre & Market

Distance: 10 miles

CH7 1AP

Prestatyn Train Station

Distance: 8 miles

LL19 9RP

Rhyl Train Station

Distance: 8 miles

LL18 1HS

A55 North Wales Expressway

Distance: 2 miles

CH8 8RR

Is The Lodge @ Racecourse House Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

The Dee Estuary and North Wales coast are both within 15 minutes by car. Rhyl offers a beach and the SeaQuarium. Bodelwyddan Castle has grounds and family events. The Clwydian hills have easy trails suitable for older children. Good all-round base for active families.

For Couples

The private hot tub makes this a genuinely good choice for couples. The lodge is quiet and rural with no shared facilities. Chester is 30 minutes away for a proper night out. The Clwydian hills offer scenic walks for two. A solid romantic short break in North Wales.

Pet Friendly

Pet policy is not confirmed in the available property details. Always contact the owner directly before booking if you plan to bring a dog or other pet. The surrounding countryside and Clwydian Range trails would be excellent for dog walking if pets are permitted.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at The Lodge @ Racecourse House

The Dolphin Inn, Llanasa

Located 3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: CH8 9NA

The White Lion, Holywell

Located 3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: CH8 7TH

The Feathers Inn, Mold

Located 10 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: CH7 1AP

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about The Lodge @ Racecourse House

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

Yes, The Lodge @ Racecourse House has a private hot tub included with your stay. It's situated outside and is a popular feature for guests wanting to relax in the evenings.

Is it pet friendly?

Please check directly with the property owner regarding their pet policy as this can vary. It's always best to confirm before booking to avoid any issues on arrival.

Where exactly is The Lodge @ Racecourse House?

The lodge is located in Flintshire, North Wales, with the postcode CH8 8PW. It sits in a rural setting close to the Dee Estuary and the Clwydian Range Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

How far is it from Chester?

Chester city centre is approximately 18 miles from the lodge and takes around 25 to 30 minutes by car. It's one of the most popular day trips from this location.

Is there parking at the property?

Yes, the lodge has off-road parking available on site. This makes it easy to use the property as a base for driving out to local attractions each day.

What is the nearest beach?

Rhyl Beach is around 8 miles away and takes approximately 15 minutes by car. Prestatyn is a similar distance and both offer easy access to the North Wales coastline.

What walking is available nearby?

The Clwydian Range AONB is within easy reach and offers a wide range of marked walking routes across open hillside and woodland. The Offa's Dyke Path also runs through this area.

What is the nearest train station?

The nearest train stations are Prestatyn and Rhyl both on the North Wales Coast Line and approximately 8 miles from the property. From either station a taxi or car hire will get you to the lodge quickly.

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The Lodge @ Racecourse House Reviews

Our 2nd trip to the Lodge its great Fantastic accommodation really lovely ... Our 2nd trip to the Lodge its great Fantastic accommodation really lovely hosts Will be back to stay again Couldn't recommend highly enough

Everything about this property is five star including the owners Pam and Matt. Ideal base for exploring the area we thoroughly enjoyed visiting Rhos on sea very pretty seaside town and only a short drive away and then returning to sink into the very large hot tub with lovely views over the countryside. Superb accommodation on every level could not have asked for more.

The Lodge is the perfect base for exploring North Wales. Its luxurious and well equipped with everything you need for a stress free getaway. The beds are amazingly comfortable, the showers are great and the kitchen is lovely. The hot tub is a real bonus, perfect for relaxing at the end of a day exploring all that this beautiful area has to offer. We would highly recommend this lodge and its hosts.

Adrian

The hosts Pam and Matt were lovely and extremely helpful. The lodge was immaculate and equipped to a very high standard. The hot tub and roof terrace were amazing. The lodge was very private and a perfect location for exploring North Wales. We would definitely return and highly recommend.

We had such a lovely stay. Amazing place and so comfortable in every way. The hosts themselves were so lovely and really friendly. Made sure we were ok and if we needed anything etc. hot tub was perfect for the us all family of 5. All facilities within the property weee perfect. Everything was just so nice thank you.

Fantastic. The owners greeted us on arrival and were very helpful. The Lodge is lovely and everything you need. The area is beautiful and very tranquil. We enjoyed our stay and will be back again. Thank you Matt and Pam for making us feel so welcome.

Loved it was very relaxing place to stay will defiantly come back again perfect ... Loved it was very relaxing place to stay will defiantly come back again perfect to travel to the north wales coasts and the hosts were great would recommend staying at the lodge thanks for a great stay

We had a really lovely stay the lodge is amazing with everything you need The ... We had a really lovely stay the lodge is amazing with everything you need The owners Pam and Matt couldn't be more welcoming The view was lovely spent most of the time sat outside or in hottub Couldn't have had a nicer time and will be back

Elaine

Our stay at The Lodgeracecourse was absolutely perfect definitely not ... Our stay at The Lodgeracecourse was absolutely perfect definitely not disappointing Luxury accommodation, welcoming hosts, very quiet, great base for visiting Llandudno, Llangollen and more We will return

Geraldine

We had an absolutely wonderful time at the Lodge. The setting is amazing. The facilities are excellent The hot tub was a great addition for our grandchildren Whilst there the weather was warm and sunny. Just what we needed! Pam and Matt are excellent hosts.

Fabulous lodge with hot tub and roof terrace made for a great relaxing break. Plenty of space with good sized bedrooms and bathrooms with lovely big rainfall showers with lots of hot water. Nice peaceful location, great for exploring North Wales and only 30 minutes from Chester and Chester Zoo.

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The Lodge @ Racecourse House, Babell

About The Lodge @ Racecourse House

Need To Know

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What Guests Love

Private hot tub

North Wales location

Peaceful countryside setting

Easy access to coast

Well-equipped accommodation

Great base for walking

Getting To The Lodge @ Racecourse House

By Car

By Train

Attractions & More Nearby

Is The Lodge @ Racecourse House Right For You?

For Families

For Couples

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Dolphin Inn, Llanasa

The White Lion, Holywell

The Feathers Inn, Mold

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

The Lodge @ Racecourse House Reviews