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Which? Recommended Provider for UK Holiday Cottages August 2023 Which? Recommended Providers are companies that are both rated highly by Which? members and meet the high standards of Which? researchers.
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Welcome hamper included
A complimentary welcome hamper is provided on your arrival which includes essentials such as tea, coffee, sugar and milk along with a few extra goodies. Please note that the size and contents of the hamper may vary from property to property and there may be regional and seasonal variances. Sadly we are unable to vary the contents according to preference, or cater for individual dietary requirements.
Starter pack included
A complimentary starter pack will be awaiting you on your arrival containing fresh coffee, tea, sugar, fresh milk and biscuits.
A complimentarty starter pack will be awaiting for you on your arrival containing; Tea, Coffee, Milk and Sugar
A complimentary starter pack will be awaiting for you on your arrival containing fresh coffee, tea, sugar, fresh milk and biscuits.
A complimentary starter pack is provided on your arrival which includes essentials such as tea, coffee, sugar and milk plus a welcome treat.
A Dorset complimentary starter pack will be awaiting for you on your arrival containing fresh coffee, tea, sugar, fresh milk and biscuits.
A Cornish complimentary starter pack will be awaiting for you on your arrival containing, Tea, Coffee, Fudge, Shortbread, Sugar, Milk, Salt and Pepper.
A Cotswolds complimentary starter pack will be awaiting for you on your arrival containing fresh coffee, tea, sugar, fresh milk and biscuits.
An Isle of Wight complimentary starter pack will be awaiting for you on your arrival containing fresh coffee, tea, sugar, fresh milk and biscuits.
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Burnsall is lovely and the only reason we have not awarded the cottage 5 stars is because the cottage could have been cleaner! The oven was not very clean and we didn't think the chair in the bedroom had been moved to clean behind it for a long time! It would also be great if the large number of items stored in the garage could be rearranged as the only reason an average car cannot fit in the garage is because too many items are stored at the end of the garage considerably reducing the space available.
brilliant holiday all round no complaints
Lovely cottage in a lovely location, well kept and in great condition. Only criticism is that second bedroom is a pretty small with tiny wardrobe space, great for kids but not second pair of adults. Having said that, been twice and will return!!!
Almost everything good as usual with Rural Retreats but we were surprised by the previously opened and half eaten packet of cereal in our welcoming basket - not up to your usual standard!
Cosy cottage in the village of Burnsall. Excellent location.
We had a wonderful holiday at Fell Beck! We especially appreciated the Christmas decorations, the well-stocked kitchen and hamper, and the beautiful location. Thank you!
Great place to stay, loved the Dales
we had a lovely holiday, cottage nicely presented and a really peaceful location. village great. we had intended to be a party of 4 when we booked but the other two withdrew. cottage advertised for 4 people but I'm afraid two perhaps three should be maximum.hence 4 stars.
The house was clean and very comfortable in a lovely location with great walks right from the house. Our week was just after the schools went back but we hadn't realised how busy Burnsall was especially at the weekends. The number of TV channels was somewhat limited unless you brought your own Sky card which we weren't told about beforehand. What was more disappointing was that the field behind the property was open as a car park by the farmer with cars and pedestrians walking past the house and we were unable to use the "patio" tables and chairs which were right on the edge of the lane. The farmer who allows parking in his field instructed us to park under the ash tree (not oak!) but didn't mention that birds roost in that tree at night and the car was covered with excrement in the morning with no outside tap to use to clean it off. Apart from these points, we had a lovely week walking by the river with some great pubs nearby.
Surprisingly busy location in a constantly busy village full of visitors from early in the morning 7 days a week. Constant foot and vehicular traffic past our door despite being in a culdesac! This was due to public parking in field behind and locals’ access to farm and rear of village houses. Our own parking place was difficult. In fact it was ridiculous. House interior nice but we had expected better for the premium price we paid, so we won’t be back.
Location and amenities were great
Good location for many tourist attractions and hiking routes, yet quaint country town. Accommodations clean, neat and nothing more you could ask for. We truly enjoyed our eeek there.
the cottage was charming and well equipped. It was tastefully decorated, and comfortable
Superb, lovely little cottage immaculately decorated and furnished, best "welcome hamper" ever received. Proximity to Red Lion is a big bonus too!! Beds sooooo comfortable we were in bed early and stayed till late. Tip, don't park your car under the tree as recommended if it's stormy as I now have to have the dent removed where a branch fell!! Overall hard to beat.
Property so well situated. Also. outstandingly furnished for comfort and very well supplied with equipment. Kitchen of note! Welcome hamper very generous and tastefully chosen.
excellent service -- I made no purchases
This is something that needs to be checked on a regular basis. Fire extinguishers five years out of date and not fit for purpose,otherwise a great house
Was everything we expected it to be.
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Updated at 10:00 on Friday 8th April 2022
As all restrictions have been lifted across the United Kingdom, you are no longer legally required to self-isolate upon a positive Covid-19 result. You won’t be asked to take daily tests or isolate following contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19. This means, if you would like to modify or cancel your booking due to Covid-19, our normal terms and conditions now apply.
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