Bed and breakfast accommodation in Princes Risborough
A peaceful oasis in the Chilterns Protected Landscape
A place to relax and unwind.
Situated a mile south of the market town of Princes Risborough in the Chilterns Protected Landscape, but less than a mile from the Chiltern Railway, Ridgeway Lodge is surrounded by farmland, with far-reaching views to the north, south, west and east. The ancient Ridgeway long-distance path-reputed to be one of the oldest roads in the UK- skirts the house - a welcome sight at the end of a day's hike!
Miv and John, who own Ridgeway Lodge aim to look after guests as they would like to be looked after - and happily most seem to agree!
"We have tried to provide visitors with everything needed to make their stay, whether it be for one night or several, as comfortable and relaxing as possible."
Ridgeway Lodge is a peaceful spot in the secret Chilterns, a place to relax and unwind. Spend a few days, enjoy the views, walk and chill out before heading back to the hustle and bustle of 'normal life'! Yet this is also an ideal spot from which to travel to Oxford, London, Bicester - all well within an hour from Princes Risborough station. Providing comfortable ensuite rooms and a place to chat with friends and family, in a relaxed 'home from home' environment. Watch the seasons unfold with the views across the fields down the valley from the lounge - brown corduroy stripes in late autumn, white winter, through the first haze of green in Spring, deep green turning to gold in summer and the harvest which changes the colours again when dozens of Red Kites follow the combine!!
Besides people, some of our other visitors include muntjac, roe and fallow deer, foxes, rabbits, squirrels and wild ducks all wandering through the garden to visit the stream and pond. Red kites, owls, swallows and bats, too, all visit at various times of the year.
ACCOMMODATION
Accommodation for human visitors is provided by three bedrooms, two on the ground floor and another large ensuite room on the first floor. Mattresses made by Hypnos in Princes Risborough. Snug Pure New Wool duvets are used and 100% cotton bedlinen. Almost without exception people say they enjoy one of their best night's sleep!
The 'Studio' upstairs, is large enough for an extra (inflatable) bed and/or a travel cot, both of which are available. All rooms have their own tv, and the studio has a hospitality tray with fresh milk and chilled filtered water.
The ground floor rooms, which afford easy level access for those less mobile, offer versatile options. One room, is ensuite, but if two rooms are needed then both rooms share the shower room via a door in the hallway,-this allows parents with children the privacy of their own ensuite but the convenience of bathroom access for the occupants of the other room.
The annex rooms are adjacent to the lounge/dining room, and small kitchen. This is well stocked with regular, fruit and decaf teas, coffees, chilled filtered water and all the cutlery, china and glassware needed, together with an oven, grill, microwave and fridge. The only thing missing is a dishwasher - sadly no space for that!
Guests in the ground floor rooms can make their morning cuppa in the kitchen adjacent to the bedrooms.
Shower rooms are supplied with fluffy towels, slippers and lovely drenching showers. The ground floor has step free access, and a fitted shower seat for safety. There is underfloor heating here too.
The lounge/diner has french doors to the garden, smart tv, DVD recorder and player, jigsaws and boxed games to play. Comfily supplied with sofas and chair, dining table to seat 8 and a breakfast bar too.
BREAKFAST
Breakfast is taken in the dining area, and a full English breakfast is offered, using British bacon and sausages and eggs from a neighbour's hens. Other options include vegetarian, croissants and fruit. Marmalade, lemonade curd and jams are home made and the bees in the garden give us their honey. When available, locally pressed apple juice from our own apple trees is served, or fresh orange juice.
Visitors are welcomed with tea, coffee and home made cake, shown around then left to settle in. A bell is provided in case of queries, as we are on the premises, but quite separate to the guest accommodation. Guests have a key and come and go as they wish. Parking is provided, and we also have storage for bicycles.
FACILITIES
Internet access
Off street parking
Tea and coffee making facilities
Iron/board available on request
TV
Hairdryer
Travel cot available
Fridge
Kitchenette with hob
Microwave
Garden for residents
Ensuite rooms
Own key
Ground floor bedroom
Non smoking
LOCATION
RIDGEWAY LODGE
Ridgeway Lodge, Upper Icknield Way, Saunderton, Princes Risborough, Bucks, HP27 9NL
CONTACT
Miv Hughes
Single night bookings Monday to Thursday inc. only. Weekends, 2 night minimum- Friday/Saturday-Saturday/Sunday, but single nights on a Sunday are sometimes accepted.
For further enquiries or to make a booking, please email us. Further details of the accommodation will be sent via email.
ridgewaylodge.bb@gmail.example.com
What our guests say...
GOOGLE AND TRIP ADVISOR REVIEWS 2024
"To have a place to stay so close to the Ridgeway was such a benefit. Ridgeway Lodge is extremely walker friendly, with a lounge and kitchen available to use in order to relax and prepare food. Miv and John kept in touch while I was walking, not only to make sure I was safe, but to provide information and offer to pick up food so I didn't have to walk the extra mile and a half to the town. The room was perfect, the bed comfortable and the area peaceful. Nothing was too much trouble and it made my final day on the walk much easier!"
"We stopped here for a night during our hike on The Ridgeway. We had picked the accommodation based on convenience but it absolutely exceeded our expectations. We stayed on the ground floor which is set up like a guest suite - 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and a lounge room with outdoor patio. The hosts were wonderful, and I would 100% recommend a stay here."
"My Daughter and I arrived at Ridgeway Lodge tired hot and sweaty after walking some of the Ridgeway, upon arrival Miv and John made us most welcome and immediately offered us some tea or coffee. While Miv showed us to our rooms John went off to make the drinks. The rooms were very clean and the beds were comfortable. Weather permitting there is a lovely garden to sit in with country side views. The communal lounge area has a small kitchenette and plenty of soft chairs to sit in. If you are walking the Ridgeway this could not be more convenient as you literally walk past it on the route. I would definitely recommend staying here."
"Just spent two nights at Ridgeway Lodge. We used it as a base to go to Wembley stadium for a concert, which we went to by train from Prince Risborough Station just a mile away. The hosts were incredibly kind, hospitable and thoughtful and nothing was too much trouble. The beds were comfortable the location perfect and the home made jam and marmalade at breakfast was delicious. I'd certainly recommend it."
"Absolutely magical experience staying at Ridgeway Lodge. My hosts, Miv and John, were so incredibly accommodating despite my later than anticipated arrival after a long wet day on the trails. It couldn’t have been a more perfect location, after walking 27 miles that day, not to have to walk one more step off the path to arrive at my crazy comfortable destination for the night. Was even able to schedule pizza delivery since I ended up walking much later than planned. The breakfast was delicious and perfect to get me fueled up for my last day on the Ridgeway. I will most definitely be back to visit again to just enjoy the beautiful place with my kids without having to log the miles on foot first. Looking forward to it!"
"My Son and myself were cycling the Chalk Way, this was our second night on the path and what a find it was . We were met by Miv and John at the front door and welcomed with a cup of tea and home-made lemon drizzle cake (which is making my mouth water just writing this). We had a lovely relaxing evening, we were even able to order food from Princes Risborough and delivered to the door which meant getting back on the bike could wait till the morning 😊 Breakfast was fantastic, all jams, marmalade and Lemon curd were home made. Such a great place to stay ❤"
"After a long day’s walk, this place was a real home away from home, with the nicest couple you could ever meet. The bedrooms were clean and comfortable with a lovely big bathroom and best of all, a whole living and dining room with kitchenette all to ourselves. Beautiful garden view and great breakfast. If I keep on with all the good things, I’ll run out of room! We didn’t want to leave."
"After a trek along The Ridgeway, our accommodation was a welcome oasis of rooms comprising a comfortable twin bedroom, well-appointed ensuite shower room and a spacious living/dining room/kitchen with patio doors opening onto a glorious garden with wonderful views over the Buckinghamshire countryside. It was a tranquil spot, our hosts were charming and attentive and breakfast was served in the living/dining room which made it so very easy for guests."
"We stayed at Ridgeway lodge in mid January 2024. The stay was very relaxing. A lot of thought has gone into making the guests stay as pleasant as possible. The lodge is situated a little bit out of Princess Risborough, which for us was idea. It also meant quiet evenings and mornings. The view in the morning over to the fields is really refreshing. 10 out of 10"