{"id":6184,"date":"2017-05-25T10:19:59","date_gmt":"2017-05-25T10:19:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/?p=6184"},"modified":"2017-07-12T08:02:57","modified_gmt":"2017-07-12T08:02:57","slug":"2017-atlas-laburnum-lodge-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/2017-atlas-laburnum-lodge-review-6184\/","title":{"rendered":"2017 Atlas Laburnum lodge review"},"content":{"rendered":"

A stunningly designed, contemporary lodge<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Brand new for 2017, the stunning Laburnum lodge from Atlas Leisure Homes is both elegant and sophisticated and\u00a0 set on a 40ft x 20ft footprint.\u00a0 Atlas are renowned for their build quality, thoughtful design layouts and lavish decoration \u2013 all of which are present in the Laburnum lodge.<\/p>\n

\"Atlas<\/p>\n

The 20ft width gives the holiday lodge a substantial look from the outside with a pitched, pantile clad roof, guttering and downpipes in charcoal and a small dormer above the side access door, breaking up the roofline.\u00a0 The front has a large patio style sliding door which takes up two thirds of the space with an angled inset containing a separate window. There\u2019s also an overhang which has inset LED downlights.<\/p>\n

\"Atlas<\/p>\n

The side access door takes you directly into the kitchen\/dining area. Either side of this are two more tall, double-glazed windows. There are also plenty of large PVC windows in charcoal down each of the sides as well as a Velux roof light with blind above the dining area. The Laburnum is also mounted on a fully-galvanised chassis.<\/p>\n

\"Atlas<\/p>\n

The range of exterior options include extra insulation, an upgrade to BS3632 residential specification and several environmental colour schemes for the cladding, including Canexcel and real timber. Atlas also uses tongue and grooved P5 moisture resistant flooring; plenty of underfloor insulation and all exterior hot and cold pipework is lagged. Our review model featured Canexel cladding in a light silvery colour, which contrasted very well with the charcoal windows and roof.<\/p>\n

\"Atlas<\/p>\n

You know you\u2019re in a lodge when you walk through the front door into a spacious, carpeted hallway-cum-lobby! To your right is a set of shelves and hanging space for your coats with a door to the right leading into a utility room. This is a very nice space and has been fitted with a washing machine, a low profile double flush toilet and a set of storage cupboards with a stainless steel sink and mixer tap on top. The floor is a timber effect vinyl – great for muddy shoes and boots, umbrellas etc.<\/p>\n

The open-ended hallway leads you into the centre of the lodge.\u00a0 To your right are the bedrooms and bathroom, straight on is the kitchen and to your left, the lounge.\u00a0 Immediately on the left is another surprise \u2013 a fully fitted study with copious shelving for files and things like a printer and a built-in desk with chair. This room would be an ideal spot to do a bit of work or to play computer games and is light and airy.\u00a0 In fact, it\u2019s one of the best fitted out studies we\u2019ve seen.<\/p>\n

\"Atlas<\/p>\n

Moving on into the lounge and open-plan kitchen area and your breath really is taken away by the contemporary design and stunning colours and materials. The room itself is fairly square with a bank of shelving on the wall next to the hallway and a superb TV and entertainment unit on the front wall comprising shelving, storage cupboards and an electric flame effect fire.\u00a0 There\u2019s also space for a sizeable flat panel TV and room for the various digi-boxes etc.<\/p>\n

\"Atlas<\/p>\n

The Laburnum lodge comes complete with two free standing armchairs and a free standing two-seater sofa (option for a pull-out sofa bed) and a nest of tables.\u00a0 There\u2019s plenty of room for more furniture to be added, but you really do get everything needed for a comfortable lounge. The d\u00e9cor is a combination of grey carpet and seating with shelves in cream and with back panels in a light timber.\u00a0 This is all complemented with striking curtains in light grey with a black chevron pattern.\u00a0 A designer pendant light fitting completes the scene.<\/p>\n

\"Atlas<\/p>\n

The lounge is separated from the amazing kitchen by a low unit with marble effect countertop and an array of storage cabinets and drawers. The kitchen is \u2018galley\u2019 in shape and features a sink and mixer tap with cupboards at the end under the window and an arrangement of drawers and tall cabinets to the right.\u00a0 These contain the integrated oven, grill and microwave oven and the five-burner hob (with central wok burner) with a classy looking extractor fan above.\u00a0 The door fronts are all in a dark slate grey\/charcoal colour with aluminium bow handles and all have soft close mechanisms.<\/p>\n

\"Atlas<\/p>\n

At the end of the kitchen, on a raised platform, is the dining area with a large marble effect table, four upholstered chairs in a contrasting dark blue and, at one end, a two seater breakfast bar \u2013 also in a marble effect – with two stylish stools.\u00a0 Opposite is yet another set of open shelving and thin top and bottom cupboards.\u00a0 There\u2019s no problem with storage in this lodge!<\/p>\n

Lighting is a combination of inset LED downlights and pendant fittings and, with the lofty pitched ceiling and tall windows, the Laburnum\u2019s lounge and kitchen are bright, light, and lovely places to enjoy.<\/p>\n

\"Atlas<\/p>\n

Moving into the sleeping accommodation, the first room to your left is the twin bedded room. This is a fantastic space with two huge twin beds and tall headboards padded in a dark velvet material.\u00a0 Luxurious bedding in shades of cream and burgundy really do give an impression of understated luxury.\u00a0 The room also benefits from a dressing table with drawer and mirror and a full height hanging wardrobe.\u00a0 But, there\u2019s more!<\/p>\n

\"Atlas<\/p>\n

The twin room has its own en-suite with a fantastic corner shower cubicle, low profile double flush toilet and a stylish handbasin built into a series of shelves and cupboards.\u00a0 You also get the usual fittings and a tall heated towel rail that also doubles as a radiator. This en-suite is actually larger than some full size bathrooms we\u2019ve seen and is a real bonus.<\/p>\n

\"Atlas<\/p>\n

The Laburnum\u2019s master bedroom, is as equally well appointed and reeks of luxury with its velvet headboards, king sized bed with gas strut lift-up storage, excellent bedside storage cupboards and high ceiling.\u00a0 Easy to move around, the room has lots of floor space and also benefits from a dressing table, mirror and stool.\u00a0 D\u00e9cor is the same as the twin room, giving a nice continuity of style to the sleeping accommodation.<\/p>\n

\"Atlas<\/p>\n

The en-suite bathroom to the master bedroom wouldn\u2019t disgrace a five star hotel. It\u2019s big for a start, and has a full-length bath with designer taps, as well as the usual contemporary sanitaryware in the shape of a toilet and hand basin.\u00a0 You also benefit from bags of cupboard storage, an illuminated mirror and a heated towel rail.\u00a0 The flooring is in a hard wearing timber effect vinyl for easy cleaning.<\/p>\n

Verdict<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Laburnum lodge is a credit to Atlas\u2019 far thinking design and high quality build finish. It has a bespoke feel to it and cannot fail to impress on sight. Even if it does tip the \u00a3100k mark, you still get an awful lot of lodge for your money.<\/p>\n

Plus points<\/strong><\/p>\n