Mum praises £74 per night resort Center Pars alternative with hot tub and 'incredible views'

A mother has sung the praises of a £74-per-night holiday park which she claims rivals Center Parcs.

Mum Nicole, who documents her adventures on TikTok as @nicoletravelandlife, has been gushing about Cumbria's Wild Rose Holiday Park, declaring she felt as though she was "abroad".

Occupying one of the venue's standard lodges, she revealed it featured a hot tub and boasted "incredible views".

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The site includes a heated indoor swimming pool, a heated outdoor pool, and they relished their time at the on-site Coast and Country Restaurant and bar which provides entertainment, a compact soft play zone, and children dine free offers.

The holiday destination, where she spent a weekend with her family at £74 per night, also features a football pitch, an outdoor playground, and for teenagers, a games room equipped with a pool table and various activities. Adults-only swimming sessions run from 6pm to 7pm.

It's also a pet-friendly establishment, allowing them to bring their dog, complete with a secure exercise zone for canines to burn off energy.

Nicole's footage, which also captures them aboard a vessel at Lake Windermere, has accumulated more than 20,000 likes on TikTok alongside hundreds of comments from families captivated by the venue's appearance.

Describing the accommodation as "absolutely spotless" and "with absolutely everything that you need", she declared: "I would 100% recommend this holiday park for the perfect break away."

There were, however, complaints on TripAdvisor about late-night noise and the pool facilities.

One reviewer, Grandadbeattie, said: "The pool changing room is permanently flooded [and] the toilets and showers were not cleaned in the three days we stayed."

Another, NZfanWigan, noted: "We were allocated the caravan nearest to the complex - if this had been explained to me on booking I wouldn’t have taken it.

"The noise levels on the first night of our stay were intolerable when you have small children trying to get to sleep.

"The loud outside music continued until 9.30pm (which some might not consider late, but it is when your children go to bed at 7.30pm)."

But, overall, reviews on the holiday park were positive. On the Hoseasons website, guests described the venue as "excellent" and declared they will "definitely return".

Gemma Brown, general manager at Hoseasons, said: "Wild Rose Holiday Park continues to be a hugely popular choice for families and couples seeking a scenic, great-value break in the UK.

"Its stunning setting on the edge of the Pennines, with easy access to both the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales, makes it a perfect base for exploring.

"It's especially loved by those looking to escape the crowds and reconnect with nature - with Rutter Falls just five minutes away, where you can often spot red squirrels, deer, kingfishers, herons and more.

"Plus, the Park's heated indoor and outdoor pools are always a hit with families."

Availability is limited for the summer holidays, but if you want to take a look for a future break, you can book online on the Hoseasons website, or call 0345 498 6060. Prices vary depending on time of year.