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All aspects of our stay were outstanding. The location was perfect for those seeking peace and quiet in beautiful rural surroundings. Everything in the cottage was high quality, no expense spared in providing comfort and an opportunity to relax.

Very high standard of furnishings, cleanliness, amenities even by Rural Retreats standards. Great location. Owner very welcoming yet discreet.

Excellent attention to detail by the owner(Gayle) and just the right amount of attention and giving us privacy.
Cottage a bit remote however and access roads around very narrow and in poor condition.
Would highly recommend this cottage , provided it was a suitable location for your venue or destination ( in our case Great Malvern Show). Make sure your sat nav is up todate for this location.

Superb cottage every need catered for. Great hosts very welcoming and pleasant. Would strongly recommend this cottage to anyone. Many thanks to Gayle and Steve for a wonderful 3 days.

The cottage was so lovely - everything we could have wanted. Clean and beautiful.
Sadly, my partner had a fall whilst we were there and we had to leave to get home for some medical treatment for him. Mrs Hints could not have been kinder - a lovely person.
Such a great place, such unbelievable scenery, especially in autumn with the leaves changing colour.
Can't say much more!
VJW

Just wonderful in lovely surroundings with great care taken to make it a absolutely great place to stay

Well appointed in a perfect location. Generous and welcoming owner.

Spacious, comfortable and well equipped cottage. The property is beautifully furnished and a delight to be in both inside and out. We were welcomed with an excellent food hamper. We had a lovely few days here, the location is really peaceful and relaxing.

A spacious and very comfortable cottage in a very quiet environment. Very pleasant owners next door

The property was stunning could never get tired at that view. Gayle and Steve are the perfect hosts.

Absolutely stunning cottage , the pictures on the website do not do it justice! We were very warmly welcomed and had the most peaceful , pleasant experience. We would definitely return here. Thank you !

All excellent - a thoroughly perfect holiday. Thank you

Beautifully presented cottage in delightful setting. Warm welcome from helpful and friendly hostess.

A lovely cottage, very well equipped. We had a great time and would highly recommend a stay at Blacksmiths Cottage.

Overall very happy. Cottage was well stocked and provided everything needed.

Beautifully appointed cottage in lovely area

Our 2nd visit and it will not be our last.A wonderful peaceful retreat,beautifully appointed,lovely host,nothing too much trouble but not intrusive.Spotlessly clean and a really comfortable lounge to relax in.

Supe location and well appointed cottage. Our hosts were very welcoming and helpful.

Very nice cottage in a beautiful location. Warm welcome.

Very good cottage with excellent features and presentation including really comfortable sofa and chair.

Fabulous period cottage - felt like we were going back to the 17th century. We were really pleased with everything and the following comments are not meant as criticism but more to make anyone reading this aware of some interesting elements of a stay here. It could do with a shower curtain (everyone else says so) however the bath is great with lashings of hot water and made a change for us (we only have a shower at home!). We loved the log fire and the atmosphere it creates, but it comes with the permeating log fire aroma that is hard to avoid (well I liked it anyway, but wifey complained about the smell of her coat). Finally, you do need to be able bodied - the two sets of staircases are wonderful features, but you need mild mountaineering skills to get up to the top floor main bedroom. If we were visiting the area again, would we return to this cottage - absolutely.

It was such a cute and cosy cottage - perfect for anyone wants a true Cotswolds experience.
Sparkling clean with such a beautiful welcome hamper full of goodies!

very good nice place clean and tidy

Really nice cottage in a really beautiful location. The only downside was that there wasn't sufficient heating, so we needed to put the fire all the time but the first night it was freezing in the bedroom.

The following day, after calling Rural Retreats, the brought an electric heater that did the trick.

As before:
Most importantly a glass screen MUST be fitted to the over-the-bath shower. The shower is brilliant but as it is so powerful, when used it turns the bathroom into a wet room. It is also, I suggest, dangerous as the water must seep through the wooden floor.
A Grab Rail is needed on the stairs to the main bedroom.
A couple of the light switches do not appear to do anything.
On arrival there was a very pungent smell of soot/smoke which was difficult to eliminate.
A rug on the kitchen flagstones would be good.

Everything was perfect and thought about. Tin foil had run out but left a note for the house keeper but plenty of tea, coffee, sugar, toilet roll. Hamper was good for breakfast and afternoon tea.

Beautiful. Modern but quaint.

The cottage itself was just as we expected in terms of the facilities, with a superb welcome pack waiting for us. We were disappointed on the day of our arrival when frost was expected and occurred, that the heating had not been turned up more than just back ground - after a day of increasied settings, mastering the wood burner and buying a hot water bottle we were more comfortable! It should be pointed out that a couple of the bottom stairs are angled downwards which makes negotiating the bottom turn a challenge. We felt safer by holding on to the lintel above, but someone less agile might find it a bit awkward.

Beautiful and cosy cottage in lovely village and area. Would have been excellent if there was a rug/carpet on kitchen floor plus blinds to make it warmer in mid winter. Stairs were a bit tricky too

Everything very good except the bathroom! The low beam is directly over the sink. And no shower and shower curtain/door either! The WC and sink could have been the other way round making the sink easier to use.

Charming cottage, with a very well stocked hamper.
Loved the location, a very good starting point in the Cotswolds!

The cottage was adorable. The welcome basket was a lovely touch and very much appreciated. The upstairs shower was lacking some water pressure, which made washing a bit difficult. But other than that the property was stunning. Clean and charming and absolutely beautiful. So cozy, we would definitely come back.

Surprised the precipitous stairs to the second bedroom were not given special mention.
The hot water was a bit of an issue. The water got VERY hot, bordering on the dangerous and the hot tap for the bath was very slow, so slow it took over an hour to run enough water to have a bath. The hand held shower couldn't be used, the water didn't make it down the hose.
However it was a lovely cottage and we thoroughly enjoyed our 3 days. The hamper was second to none!

There was no hot water the evening I arrived as the hot water tank had been turned off. Took a couple of hours even with the boost on to get hot water. Not a great welcome after s long journey and long day at work. Otherwise the cottage was very lovely.

Lovely lodge and location furnished to a high standard. Unfortunately the lodge was cold on our arrival, not a cosy welcome on a chilly, blustery afternoon - when reported to the owner totally blanked the situation. Also some sundry items which were listed not provided i.e. kitchen roll, cloths, cling film which was annoying in a 5 star advertised self-catering property. Otherwise a very pleasant stay.

The garden lodge was absolutely beautiful and Jo was an amazing host. She cooked us a fabulous romantic meal and made Colin a cake for his birthday. We will definitely be returning.

Very clean and a good location.Ideal for a weekend but a bit cramped for a week ie very small breakfast bar and only a folding table if weather bad.And no chest of drawers to put your clothes in.

Great location. Really nice lodge that made us want to live in one. Jo was a great host and really looked after us. We will be going back for sure.

The lodge was perfect in size and style, the location was quiet and hidden away but only a short drive to get anywhere needed.

Superb hospitality from Jo, the Lodge is in a peaceful but central location. It's very cosy, but well equipped for a short break. We were there for the walking, but the weather was a really cold and wet, so we only managed a few shorter walks. However, on our return the Lodge was lovely and warm and welcoming. My only slight criticism (and this is personal taste) is that the bed was on the firm side.

This is a perfect hide away, it is well equipped and cozy. The owner, Jo, could not be more friendly and helpful. We would recommend this lodge to anyone wanting a peaceful holiday and will definitely be returning.

The photographs of this beautiful wooden lodge give you a very accurate impression of what to expect. While close to the main house on the estate, the lodge is very private and completely self-contained. It’s warm (and we were there in February!) with comfortable furniture and there’s an attention to detail in the décor, equipment and provisions.

Our host, Jo, was really welcoming and friendly with lots of recommendations for places to eat and things to do. Close to Lewes and the South Downs National Park, it’s only ever a short drive from the lodge to somewhere interesting. For us, one of the best things was sitting outside by the fire-pit under a very starry sky listening to the owls and other night birds. By day, the surrounding fields and paddocks are full of rabbits and pheasants. A haven for city-dwellers and one that was hard to leave behind.

A simply lovely cottage, Eirien has thought of everything to make the stay there wonderful. Plus it's in a beautiful location. You can be as busy or as relaxed as you want. I've lost count of the number of times I have stayed at Garreg Wen - enough said!!

We had a wonderful short break. The cottage was very comfortable and well equipped. Fabulous views over Snowdonia. A very quiet, peaceful location.

Comfortable, well equipped, great location and stunning views.

Wonderful cottage and so well appointed.

Stunning cottage, beautifully furnished with log burner and Sky Sports. Fantastic views of Snowdonia range. Attention to detail by owner and fab welcome pack.

Excellent cottage, great surroundings and view. Comfortable, well equipped, plenty of wood for the fire.

Lovely accommodation if a little dark in the lounge area but the stunning views made up for it.

One tiny gripe is that the radiator in the bathroom needs a thermostat as it gets too hot when left on to dry towels!

This is a beautiful place if you want to get away from it all! Everything thought of and cottage very comfortable. Would recommend highly.

There were very few negatives, if any. The personal welcome could have been friendlier, but our dogs may have scared her.
The cottage is lovely, perfectly situated and laid out. Ideal for dogs. Very well kept given that it has been running for eight years.
Storage heating is not ideal in this day and age.

Excellent location. Many facilities over and above the 'norm'.
Very roomy for a 2 person venue.

The property itself was outstanding, one of the best, if not the best we have visited. The views were spectacular. The only downside was the long single track hill we had to drive up to get to the property.

The views were fantastic, and the house was immaculate! My only thoughts were that some rugs in the hall and kitchen would make it more cosy, especially in cooler weather!
We didn't understand the phone, we could only make very local calls, and no incoming at all! In an area of nil mobile signal, and as it was a pay phone we thought it could have at least had incoming calls as that would cost the landlord nothing!

Will definitely use Rural Retreats again and would recommend Gareg Wen

Location,attention to detail,high standards

Excellent

Lovely place. Eiren very welcoming. Just very sorry that there was no Wifi or internet whilst we were there

Garreg Wem is simply one of the very best! In every respect - and that's why we keep going back!

Excellent cottage, very well equipped and heated, wonderful views. Good housekeeping service.

Great cottage, perfect 'home from home', very dog friendly and lovely and warm. We had a fabulous weekend, many thanks.

As good as ever. Our third visit.

Very comfortable cottage, well furnished and tastefully decorated, in a quiet situation. We enjoyed our short break very much indeed.

A very pleasant, modern and well presented cottage. Lovely views and a sun trap to sit outside and enjoy the evening sun, when we get one. Bed very comfortable, and fixture and fittings of good quality. Broadband internet very fast.

The property is ideal for a couple with lovely views, privacy, although attached to a larger property, good situation for exploring the area and it's very comfortable and well equipped.

Great few days spent here with my wife and newborn baby, must have just been after it was renovated. Impressed with the hamper and all the facilities in the cottage. Local area very nice and plenty of walks. Would have been great to have had more information about the local walks in the info pack left in the cottage. Also some of the appliances could do with instructions ~ thinking of the cooker in particular, had to be reset every time the power was switched off.

I gave 5 stars because I was pleased. I'm a bit annoyed that I'm now required to write a review!

Hillview is very homely and clean. The bed was extremely comfortable and had good bed linen. It's a handy location for many Cotswolds' attractions . If anything could be improved it's the sofa in the lounge but we didn't stay in much so it wasn't a big deal. The welcome back was excellent and much appreciated.

Really good location. The property was clean and well presented with a very comfortable bed. Nice to receive a small hamper to help welcome you. You can walk from the house to Slaughter quite easily across beautiful fields and paths all well marked out. Stow in the Wold is just up the hill but would probably recommend taking the car. Burton on the water is just a few miles away as well.

Lovely well-appointed cottage.

Quaint cosy cottage in a peaceful spot - fairly small in proportion but very well equipped. Lost one star as the stairs are narrow and very steep so probably not suitable for those with mobility problems or small children but we had no problems. There are lovely country walks nearby over to the Slaughters and the cottage is well situated for all the Cotswold hotspots. The local Golden Ball pub in Lower Swell was very disappointing, with underwhelming food and staff not very welcoming either so would definitely avoid that but there are excellent pubs and eateries in neighbouring villages. Stow is a mile away and Moreton only 10 minutes by car.

Overall a lovely weekend getaway in a cosy cottage.

Ooooops I meant to do 4 stars!!
The cottage was spotlessly clean and just what we wanted for our weekend away together. For a 5 star property I would have expected the bathroom to be more special/ luxurious. It was very everyday/ordinary. We loved the log fire and the well equipped kitchen.

Had a lovely start in Hillview. The location is perfect for exploring the Cotswolds and there is a pub in walking distance. The cottage is very cosy and the welcome basket was much appreciated. Thank you.

It was a joy to arrive at the cottage - 5pm, very dark, and there were welcoming lights, snug warmth, a fabulous welcome hamper, and a beautifully prepared cottage - bliss!
We had a lovely relaxing stay, whilst walking in Cotswold country, including straight from the door to the Slaughters! Thank you again, Rural Retreats for a treat of a break!

Lovely cottage and everything clean.
Only thing missing was fresh coffee for the cafetière as only instant provided.

Lovely cottage - well modernised and clean. Village situation is good and within walking distance to the local pub. A good base for exploring this beautiful area. Bees in the tree outside the backdoor need attention!!!!

Beautiful Cottage, just a problem with heating in the bathroom/ towel rail. Couldn't be fixed until the day we left. Very clean ,good position for exploring the Cotswolds!

Hillview was the perfect festive getaway - cosy, romantic and surrounded by beautiful walks, we absolutely loved it.

lovely cottage and location, could not fault what was provided

Hillview cottage was just perfect and we had a wonderful stay. Sarah at Rural retreats was wonderful and so very helpful. We wished we could have stayed for longer. The Welcome hamper was amazing and such a lovely gesture. We would definitely stay again.

Attractive property, spotlessly clean and comfortable, and the welcome hamper was a special extra, much appreciated. Could have done with a little more heat on a cold night (we didn't fiddle with the night store heaters) but the log burner gave us sufficient.

Hillview was a clean and pleasant cottage. The village Pub was friendly. We found some of the fruit provided in the hamper not as fresh as we would have liked.
On street parking was not ideal, partly due to road works, but there was not much room anyway.

Exactly as described......

Beautiful cottage,had to use/call Rural Retreats twice with issues,both times they responded exceptionally

What a fabulous cottage.

We stayed here for a mini moon. It was ideally located to get around the attractions in the Cotswolds. It is furnished tastefully and has a lovely wood burner for the cold nights (not that we had any).

The bed was comfy and the kitchen was well equipped.

Very well presented cottage in quaint Cotswolds village.
The cottage was very well equipped and so clean. We had an excellent stay and will definitely return.
We loved the welcome hamper. Would highly recommend

Very well equipped cottage with good internet! welcome hamper was suberb quality. Very friendly and helpful owner. Lovely village and most enjoyable holiday. Would highly recommend.

Excellent Cottage with everything you need for a relaxing short break away. Loved the welcome hamper provided also.

It is a lovely cottage and has everything needed for a good break.

The cottage was possibly in need of a little tlc. Upstairs excellent. Kitchen not designed very well. Lack of work tops, storage. Astroturf(new to us) rather smelly (obviously with dogs) and not inviting to sit in garden. Neighbour had 7! cars so a bit car parkish. But Naunton super village. Pub excellent. Well placed for a holiday.

Lovely cottage in a great location. We had a very pleasant stay cycling around the quiet country lanes. Rural retreats very helpful at time of booking. This was our second stay at hope cottage and we are very likely to return

Great location for walking and visiting other places.
Ideal cottage for the two of us and a dog.
Had everything you needed.
Fantastic hamper.
Friendly neighbour
Plenty of information and support from Sarah.

No cheese in food hamper. When opening the fridge the milk fell out as the front to the storage shelf was broken. Toilet flush very difficult to pull down and flush properly. Light above wash-hand basin did not work. Tap in wash-hand basin drowned you every time you pulled it up. Not possible to put it on gently. No air freshener in toilet. Not impressed with kitchen layout and cleanliness of kitchen. Would have expected a new pair of rubber gloves and washing cloths.

The cottage was perfect. Lovely and quiet but just two minutes walk to a great pub with amazing food. Great walking routes on your doorstep and being a dog friendly property was incredible. Beautiful and cozy decor and the bathroom underfloor heating was such a luxury. Just loved the log burner and the WiFi worked great. Can't recommend highly enough for anyone looking for some cozy tranquillity.

We had a wonderful break. The cottage was perfect with lovely walks nearby and a great pub for refuelling.

Fantastic cottage, really warm, cozy, quiet and well equipped. Hamper was well thought out and very much appreciated. Great location for seeing the Cotswolds and set in a beautiful village.
Would recommend in a heartbeat.

Fabulous cottage in an idyllic setting in the Cotswolds. Ours was a Christmas break at the cottage, and the welcome hamper waiting for us when we arrived was amazing. The cottage was cosy and had everything you could possibly need for a self catering break. The village pub was great, lovely meals and very welcoming, even to our little dog. Thoroughly enjoyed our Christmas stay and will definitely return again.

A beautiful, comfortable cottage, a great base to explore the Cotswolds from.

Lovely cottage - exactly what we expected! Everything we needed was there - truly a home from home.

Nice enough cottage in a picturesque village. Is in need of an update. Lots of damaged paintwork going up the stairs and no skirting boards in the bedroom. Didn't realise before booking that there were rooms in the loft space. I personally wouldn't be happy to stay in the loft space as it's accessed via a very narrow and steep stairs/ladder. Good for a short break away for two but would miss home comforts if staying for longer

Beautiful cottage, excellent facilities especially the bathroom and quality bed linen. Excellent hamper to welcome us.

An amazing cottage in a lovely location. We will return. Ideal for couple with/without a dog. Good pub nearby and good walks.

The cottage is in the village of Naunton, which is an ideal base for some amazing walks. Hope Cottage is pretty and well equipped.

The hamper was a really nice touch on arrival. Hope Cottage itself was well prepared.

Naunton is a lovely village with a good pub. However, there is no grocery shop.

Minute garden and no dishwasher but many positives too. Lovely refurbishment and presentation in a good central location, especially for walking the dog. Off-road parking and the enclosed garden are appreciated.

Great cottage - shame about the damp

Lovely cottage and nice hamper not many places do such a good hamper

A lovely cottage in a super location. Tour of the cider orchards was a bonus.

Welcoming and friendly, lovely location. Little Owls Barn was a delight as were Simon and Diana. The buggy trip around the orchards provided an interesting insight to Simon's farming philosophy.
We hope to revisit before too long.

The owners were so welcoming and the cottage brilliant. The farm was so interesting and at the same time relaxing.

Excellent location, accommodation, area, weather, fishing, and people who host the accommodation were great.

Very friendly and helpful owners. Excellent accommodation in every respect.

Lovely well equipped cottage, attentive hosts and good location on the edge of the owners pear and apple orchards. Enjoyed several evening walks around the orchards and the trip in the tractor was a nice touch. Hereford a short drive away with lots of Nation Trust properties we'd not see before in the area. Mappa Mundi in the Cathedral is a must see and particularly enjoyed Hampton Court Castle and grounds.

Would recommend thouroghly.

ace, really good and exactly what we expected up to RR standards ..thoroughly recommend

Lovely situation. Very comfortable & clean. Only minor issue was bathroom down the corridor from bedroom. We assume layout dictated by anatomy of the barn rather than an architect!.

Beautiful barn. The owners were so welcoming and helpful.

A lovely cottage and extremely well equipped. Great location to explore the southern peak district.
One slight downside the road is quite near, so the garden can be a little noisy.

Lovely cottage and garden. Great place to relax. Thoroughly recommend.

A comfortable and well equipped little cottage in a picturesque setting.

Larger bath towels would be nice.

The house was almost perfect for our needs; first time away without the children in 20yrs. It was in a picture perfect setting, the owners, in the attached house, were unobtrusive but available if needed and the home was furnished tastefully and appropriately. The kitchen was very well equipped and multiple place settings meant that we didn't have to wash every night. My only negative comment would be that I was disappointed that there was no washer/dryer (although I do understand that logistically this was not possible). I did overlook this when booking, but frankly, I would still have booked. I also understand that the home is probably primarily targeted at the domestic market but as visitors home on leave from abroad the ability to wash clothes prior to our onward travels would have been helpful. But still five stars!! The owners are doing everything right.

excellent cottage, all facilities fine some of the access points a bit steep (steps etc.)
Lovely garden but the nettles and weeds on the banks of the stream spoiled the view of the water somewhat.
However it was the fulfilment of a life long ambition to live by running water albeit for three days!!!

Beautifully presented cottage and well equipped kitchen. There is a small courtyard with table and chairs accessed up a few steps next to the house, Perfect place to sit for morning coffee.

A generous welcome basket is provided for your initial provisions.

I would recommend Mill Race Cottage, a lovely base from which to explore the surrounding area.

We were most disappointed by the location and in particular the proximity of the road outside the property which meant the garden seating area was fully exposed to passing traffic. The property is marketed by Rural Retreats, we felt it was neither Rural or a retreat and felt disappointed and misled.

The cottage was very nice. Situated within walking distance of a couple of pups in one direction, and a small town a five minute drive from the cottage the other. Very pretty location

Very comfortable and superbly equipped cottage.

A lovely location and beautifully arranged and equipped accomondation. Our hosts were very friendly and helpful. Well situated to gain easy access to the surrounding area and wider afield

Beautiful cottage, astonishingly well equipped, and friendly owners at hand to guide this Luddite through the mysteries of modern appliances.
Hardly went out all week, despite lots of opportunities; just lounging on the patio, listening to the stream was infinitely refreshing.

We liked the cottage a lot.
We have stayed in the Peak District with you at two different places.
Both of them had the extras to make it special. Things you may require without having to buy - cooking oil etc. The welcome pack was a bit basis. Other properties we have stayed with you have been more imaginative and generous.

The cottage was small but well equipped, perfect for two

Lovely position for exploring the Peak District

Lovely place to stay , we loved the hamper

The cottage was lovely and very comfortable. It was also very well situated for exploring the area.

Very cosy ,had everything we needed for an enjoyable break away.

Very comfortable, clean, quiet and good location

good, but the given instructions for the heating control were not easy to follow. We had to ask the owner to help.

Good standard as expected and as described

The Rural Retreats site shows the 'symbol' that there is 'Parking On Site', this is not correct, you will need to park in the Village Hall Car Park which is down the road and is certainly not on site. Also the Rural Retreats site shows the symbol that there is no WiFi, however WiFi is available. The sofa in this cottage is very uncomfortable, suitable for dogs / cats only. It is very low and is 'sagging' therefore is difficult to get up out of for anyone with back or leg problems. The electric AGA is on all the time making very hot in the cottage, especially at night, but great in the Winter months, but not idea for the Summer months.

Excellent facilities in beautiful rural location.

We feel that future visitors should be aware that the bathroom does not have a door, just a curtain to pull across, so in effect it is part of the bedroom.

Also it is likely that the owner will ask you to park in the village hall car park, thus parking nearby and not actually at the property.

It was a beautiful cottage in a lovely location. Very well refurbished. I only have a few (slightly) negative comments. It's obvious that this is a new acquisition for Rural Retreats. The usual green folder was missing which meant we didn't have full instructions for things like how to deal with the rubbish and tips for local things to do, doctors etc. We would normally expect a couple of dishwasher tabs to see us through the first day. The cheese we were left was not in the fridge and had dried out. The cottage wasn't quite as clean as we are used to. There were plenty of cobwebs (windowsills and sofa), tablecloths weren't clean (dining and bedside), washing up liquid bottle was leaking everywhere; but these are all really small things. One of the outside chairs has seen better days and is worryingly wonky when you've had knee surgery. And the parking wasn't clear. There was a large 4x4 parked close to the cottage and we weren't sure where we were supposed to go. But overall it was fine and we had a lovely stay.

We have returned to Old Bothy many many times. It is quiet, well maintained and well equipped. In a lovely quiet village the perfect place to ‘get away from it all’.

It was a lovely break in a small but excellent little cottage, ideal for two.
I would have given it 5 stars, two minor problems tho, we had no signal on either of our mobiles on o2 or BT, there was a mobile and charger in the lounge, it would not change,
Secondly the broadband was very iffy and came from the owners house, I recommend that they install a landline and router to solve these problems, communication is important.

We have stayed many times at this lovely cottage. However this time there was a major issue. We have given 5 stars as the situation was delt with so efficiency by RR and the extremely kind owners. A potentially difficult situation was resolved. I have no doubt this well maintained cottage will be a happy discovery for any one who stays in the future. We will be back.

Everything we required as usual (except the weather!)

Brilliant as per last New Year. Superb hamper, excellent accommodation, peaceful location.

the only reason why not 5 stars was the fridge had not been put on max so the milk was of , also we thought it would have been nice to of sorced some of the goods in the basket but we did not know where you purchased them from

Very compact and clean good hamper on arrival.

We have returned 6 times to this quiet small but well equipped bolt hole. Always a welcome respite from the stress of life.

Very clean well kept cottage in a lovely quiet location with a lovely sunny patio, however to make it a 5 star experience suggest more seating in living area, even a footstool as one sofa for two people not ideal. Also very little crockery and knives,forks,spoons so, had to use dishwasher more than we would have liked.

The Old Bothy is a compact and convenient hideaway with no stairs to climb in a quiet location and close to a variety of eating venues.
Facilities are good, useful hamper, wi-fi does work and we had no problems.

Always lovely to stay here. We have been back many times. Slight worry was strange vibration noise from roof when wind blowing. We had never encountered this before despite staying here many times. Have told rural retreats customer service so hope nothing wrong as we love this cottage so much.

Superb little bolt hole, beautifully renovated and equipped, perfect for our need. Great location, handy for lots of areas of the Cotswolds. 100% we would love to go there again.

Small but perfectly formed this tiny bolt hole is the property you wish you could own yourself. Carefully thought out so your every need is catered for in a beautiful tranquil setting.

Soo cute, small but perfectly formed cottage in a really stunning village. Tucked away in a quite road, and very well equipped. i needed to extend my stay twice whilst I was there and the team at Rural retreats were as usual, most helpful.

Excellent, small but space well utilised. No detail too small. Perhaps wifi only in kitchen a prob but that's rural living for you.

Lovely cottage, ideally situated

We were disappointed that no warning was provided about the very poor wi-fi provision, but otherwise happy.

Comfortable cottage with a good standard of furniture and fittings but could do with more cups/mugs/bowls etc, some of which were cracked/chipped, and a footstool would be useful in living area. Access onto the driveway from the road was rather difficult and would be better with a dropped kerb, and an extra row of paving or gravel would save walking over grassed area.

The map on the website does not indicate the correct position for the Old Bothy which should be on the south of Queen Street after The Old Manor House (not down a gated alley as shown). As there are no street numbers we had to search by walking along the street.

The Wi-Fi was not available in the sitting room only in the kitchen. WiFi extenders are not expensive http://www.trustedreviews.com/best-wifi-extenders_round-up

This is the smallest property we have rented. Perhaps a note indicating just how small it is on the booking page would be helpful.

Location is attractive and excellently situated for the trips we wanted to do.

Superb hamper and delightful hideaway

Beautiful cottage in a beautiful and quiet village. Well placed for visiting surrounding places in the Cotswolds, off the beaten track but convenient for all major access roads. The cottage was so cosy, and everything you could possibly want was provided.Had to try the live fire,even though we went in June! and this was a real novelty to my wife and I.

Lovely cottage good location and welcome basket was very appreciated ebrington Cotswolds

Lovely appointed cottage. Welcome Pack and fresh flowers much appreciated.

Wonderful rental! Very clean, terrific welcome basket (we had 4 breakfasts and a couple of snacks out of it!), cute x 100...and the location literally could not be better. 10-15 minutes from Stow, Chipping, and Hidcote, and so many other great sites. Plus, best pub IN ENGLAND is about an 800 foot walk from the front door, in the center of the most idyllic village in the Cotswolds. We will be back!

Charming cottage with secluded garden in a quiet beautiful village. Just what we wanted.

Rose Cottage was just what we expected and as advertised. Peace and quiet was what we wanted and that's what Rose Cottage delivered. There was also a really nice welcome basket of local goodies which was a really nice touch as well. The booking process was simple and quick and their customer service was excellent.

It was the perfect Cotswold cottage. The kitchen was fully equipped.
The bed was very comfortable. Living room had it all, good t.v. fireplace, comfortable chairs and couch. The ambiance was so relaxing and invited you to return. A lovely back garden. The Rural Retreats team were amazing; the welcome basket had everything for the first day and into the week.
Thank you for all your efforts to make my stay special.
Dr. Sheila Bethel

Beautiful cottage, beautiful town, very quiet, perfectly kept, ideal for a weekend getting away from it all - can't recommend it enough!

Delightful, well equipped cottage in a very quiet setting. The welcome hamper was excellent. Well situated for lots of interesting places. We will definitely come again.

Me and my partner thoroughly enjoyed staying at Rose Cottage,pretty inside and out,and ideally located for a 3 minute stroll to the friendly Ebrington Arms.

Cottage was beautifully presented, it was warm and cosy and the hamper was excellent. A perfect bolthole for my birthday weekend.

Very cosy, lots of character, good pub within walking distance

Rose Cottage is exactly what we expected and the village location was ideal.

Cosy, well excepted and a perfect location.

Beautifully clean and well equipped cottage - perfect.

Excellent housekeeping and overall management.

The cottage on the whole was excellent but there were a couple of reasons why we can only rate it as good...there was an unusual smell in the cottage which we could not source, it wasn't entirely pleasant but towards the end of the week it wasn't noticeable due to getting used to it. It would have been extra nice had the carpets not been hessian as this made it slightly uncomfortable if barefoot. Thirdly, we heard noises from the roof one night which we can only assume to be some wildlife living there with it being thatch. On the whole though the cottage was cosy, warm, very clean and the welcome hamper was excellent and we would consider returning.

We were particularly impressed by just how immaculate Rose Cottage was and very cosy - and our Welcome Hamper was a delight! Local eggs, milk, bread, and cake, fruit, juice, wine, tea and coffee and cereals - we were very grateful and enjoyed it very much. What a great thing to arrive to late in the afternoon. We had a few problems with lightbulbs and a hidden light switch - but all sorted out by friendly local Rural Retreats Staff - we are very impressed and we will be booking with you again!

Again full marks for the beautiful cottage the whole service provided was top class ,everything was perfect and well worth the money.everything was so clean and perfectly presented and the welcome hamper was lovely! It really made our short break so special we were truly sorry to leave! Rest assured we will be back as we ran out of time to see it all!

This is the second time we have used Rose Cottage,itself, proof that we love it. On a very minor note,not worth a mention at the time, the notes accompanying describing places to visit etc. One suspects that a section that describes places of interest being a short walk from the cottage are being confused with Moore Cottage: Rose Cottage is certainly a little more than that to Birdland for example (14.8 miles!). The Cottage is great though and we had a giggle about it.

The cottage was delightful - beautifully decorated and well-equipped. The location was spot on, whether you wanted to stay in Painswick or go out and about and there were plenty of walks to choose from, which the dogs really enjoyed. I look forward to staying there again and hopefully for longer next time.

Beautifully appointed cottage in a picturesque village in the Costwolds. Spring Cottage is a perfect getaway if you want to relax in a comfortable and welcoming home from home. Doggies welcomed and well catered for and a wonderful pub/restaurant just a few minutes walk away. Lovely countryside surrounds to walk in. Fully recommend.

Beautiful cottage in a gorgeous location

Lovely quiet cottage, very well maintained with everything you need. Shame about the rain, but lovely walks anyway.

This was a really lovely place to stay , where the owner displayed thoughtfulness and paid a great deal of attention to detail in order to ensure every need was met. Truly a delight.

We loved our stay at Spring cottage. Our hostess had provided every comfort that we could possibly want.We didn't want to leave!

Comfortable,cosy cottage. Our host had provided everything we could need including a well thought out hamper to get us started. Slept really well in gorgeous large bed. Wonderful spot in the centre of Painswick but tucked away so very quiet. Stones throw from pub and restaurants. An ideal centre for exploring this beautiful region.

Spring Cottage was a delight. So stylish and comfortable and felt like a real home rather than just a holiday let as there seemed to be so many personal touches. Beautifully presented and spotlessly clean. Very thoughtful touches for dog owners with things like the dog tag, bowl, mattress and biscuits left. My own dog made a beeline for the mattress! In a really quiet and peaceful location with views from the bedroom to die for. I was lucky to be there in splendid weather so made the most of the garden and terrace and my 5 days came to an end too quickly. I very much hope to return.

It’s a lovely cottage with a sun trap little garden. It’s beautifully kept and decorated. My only issues were around parking. There is no parking at the property and it means crossing a road which can be quite busy.
From a dog owners viewpoint it would be very useful to have the use of a dog gate at the foot of the stairs as it was difficult to give them access to the garden whilst watching they couldn’t get up the stairs

Lovely cottage, very comfortable with everything you need provided set in s beautiful area with loads of excellent walking direct from the cottage.

This was a lovely cottage in a great location. It was a home away from home and the welcome hamper was a lovely touch.

A very comfortable and well equipped cottage, with a very helpful owner. Only drawback is need to carry cases etc across the road and to park the car in local car park.

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A really lovely cottage. Would return without hesitation

A very well appointed cottage in a good location.

Well appointed little cottage perfect for a couple. Looks beautiful inside and out with a comfy bed, high quality furnishings and lovely views. One thing we hadn't expected is that there is no washing machine. We had just assumed there would be one in a fully fitted kitchen and neglected to check beforehand. As a result we arrived (this was the end part of a longer holiday) with clothes that needed washing and was dismayed to find that there was no machine. If we had realised in advance, we would have washed our clothes in the previous holiday home. We like to travel very light and wash things as we go, so this was a bit inconvenient for us. One other small niggle is that we were provided with only three capsules for the Nespresso machine. For 2 people staying 5 nights this is not enough. Again, if we had been aware of this in advance, we would have brought our own capsules from home. We didn't realise that you can buy Nespresso compatible capsules at Waitrose until we left (in Hong Kong where we live, Nespresso capsules can only be purchased direct from Nespresso), so this meant that after using up the 3 capsules that had been provided, we couldn't use the machine. Perhaps a note could be left for international guests on how to purchase additional capsules in the UK. The lack of a parking space outside the cottage is a minor hassle. Detailed directions are giving on where to park, however, so you can work around this. For most people without mobility issues, this shouldn't be a huge problem. In all, we enjoyed our stay.

Wonderful base to explore the Cotswolds, but parking is an issue.

Beautifully presented cottage, everything we could want had been thought of.

Stylish and beautiful decorated everything you could ever need supplied.

Spring Cottage was superb, excellently equipped, immaculately and stylishly appointed in every way. It far exceeded our expectations and was a 5 star experience in all respects

A beautiful, stylish and well equipped studio. Lovely view and very quiet and peaceful.

A lovely studio in a lovely spot with wonderful views over the countryside. Has everything you would need, very comfortable bed and has been designed and fitted out to a high standard. Hosts are very friendly and welcoming.

Wonderful, just wonderful

Excellent quality accommodation well equipped to a high specification in a private and quiet position. Ideal for chilling and relaxing with a panoramic view to unwind and enjoy the tranquility of its rural position.

Beautiful, luxurious, very comfortable accommodation with lots of thoughtful little extras.
Lovely rural location but only a short drive to the Jurassic coast.
The owners live on site and were lovely and very helpful but the apartment itself is really private and peaceful.
Perfect for a romantic or relaxing break.

Everything was superb : the studio (very cosy and comfortable), the landscape (glorious Devon), the owners (Ruth and Geoff, so friendly), the welcome hamper and homemade brownies... We recommand this Retreat to everyone !

Absolutely lovely. Such attention to detail. It is a studio apartment but they really have made the best use of space. The welcome hamper was much appreciated. We spent a lot of time on the balcony and terrace just relaxing with wonderful views and watching so many different species of birds. Wonderful hosts who were so friendly and helpful. We would thoroughly recommend this Artist's Studio.

Accommodation was exceptional absolutely faultless would definitely recommend this property.
Very rural,very relaxing perfect!

A lovely studio with great views .We really enjoyed our stay.

Delightful location, private with beautiful views.
Extremely high standard accommodation, fantastic attention to detail. Best holiday accommodation we've ever had.

The location was lovely, quiet and very secluded. The thought and care that has been given to the property could be seen throughout. The studio was immaculate and the little touches made us feel most welcome. Perfect!

Most enjoyable a real delight

A beautiful studio in a stunning location. The studio is perfectly decorated and is very luxurious. Only thing is there is limited hot water, so expect quick showers and a bath 1/4 full. If there was more hot water then it would have been 5 stars.

A lovely peaceful retreat, so well equipped, cosy and relaxing. Brilliant!!

Excellent cleanliness and facilities. The rating should be 5 Star +++. I highly recommend it.

Beautiful studio, very well thought out, with great attention to detail. Perfect for a long weekend or a week. Amazing location and very private. The owners were on hand if needed but not intrusive. We would definitely stay there again.

Excellent and to a very high standard. We personally do not like having the kitchen within the same room as the bedroom but this is a matter of taste and was made clear in the brochure.
We would have liked some local comestibles in the food hamper!

Fabulous location for views, walks in the woods and getting away from it all. The Studio is very well equipped and thought through, with lovely touches and artistic design. A real pleasure to stay there.

Fabulously decorated place with everything you could need and Ruth and Geoff were really helpful and friendly. So peaceful.

An amazing place - bright, clean, well laid out, great facilities and a lovely couple running it. However, don't expect to walk to the local pub as it's way off the beaten track.

Clean home of a decent size in a beautiful rural location

What a wonderful place! It was perfect, and we will be staying again. Very high standard of accommodation in an idyllic location. Lisa and Steve are delightful hosts - thanks for a memorable stay.

Perfect remote cottage - very friendly owners
Would liked to have stayed longer - will no doubt go back sometime.

Fabulous rural location. Beautifully appointed cottage, roomy for two guests. Thanks to Lisa & Steve for making us feel so welcome & the lovely homemade food. We had a wonderful Christmas

Excellent in every way. Great location, wonderful facilities and great hosts.

Perfect for our needs (particularly for our two dogs) in a lovely location. Caring hosts and an excellent welcome hamper - we will definitely be returning.

We loved the location: great views all round, and a splendid enclosed garden with a beautiful patio. The cottage has bags of character and the owners are helpful. We also went on a llama walk with them. It's easy to fall in love with llamas!

Peaceful, made very welcome by owners and very comfortable accomidation

Amazing place it's like paradise

The cottage was spotlessly clean, very well equipped and in a beautiful setting.
It was furnished with great style and a lot of thought went into everything that was provided, e.g. Fresh flowers, wine, essentials in the fridge and a lovely basket of goodies.
The towels and bedding were soft and white and there was lovely hot water. It was perfect.

Perfect place to get away from it all! Lovely accommodation of very good standard with beautiful views. Welcome hamper was a great touch and the owner came to bring us fresh bread and cake....what more could you ask for! Looking to go back asap

A lovely retreat with an exceedingly good view out over green and pleasant fields. It was very quiet and we were able to relax and unwind. We went on a walk from the property straight onto a footpath and also went for a run along the Dalton D'Arcy Way.

Everything was perfect, the little details made it a very special stay - the welcome hamper especially was a lovely touch! The views are amazing and we felt like we were in our own little bubble of peace and tranquility. A great base to explore the Cotswolds from, the Pavilion has everything you could need for a lovely, relaxing weekend away. Can’t recommend it enough, we can’t wait to come back!

Hot water system needs attention and lighting in bathroom was not right. For us mature folk the armchairs were a bit low down.

Lovely cottage, superb location and views and very nice welcoming hamper!!

Everything you need for a relaxing stay. Peaceful and comfortable. Great location.

You will find the property at Idbury just before the church at the end of spring lane next to a telephone box.Spring lane is not sign posted,but it will show on your satnav.The Pravilion is a fantastic place to stay with amazing views across meadows.There is plenty of space for parking and lovely outside areas to relax.Inside the Pravilion it is spotlessly clean with great attention to detail.Beautiful white towels and bed linen supplied.There is a small wardrobe with hanging space and drawers.The welcome hamper was much appeciated.There are plenty of lovely places to visit nearby like Buford,Bourton-on-the-water and Stow-on-the-wold.We would definitely stay at the Pravilion again.

Little piece of heaven quiet secluded and idyllic

we enjoyed our stay in the Pavilion. It was well equipped and had beautiful views over the Cotswolds. Would have liked basic info on the television and the shower. Found the gravel road into the property difficult with my car which is very low off the ground and didn't like the ruts! Perhaps a little filling in would help.

Excellent location, friendly and helpful owner. Only suggestion for improvement would be the provision of a fly screen so patio doors could be opened without flies gaining access to eating area / kitchen.

Lovely holiday retreat with amazing views through the big glass doors. However not possible to leave them open without being inundated with flying insects which I guess is to be expected with somewhere so rural. There were a lot of dead insects on the outside of the doors which was not very pleasant to look at from the patio or from the inside when the door was open into the room. Apart from that, very comfortable although a little hot as there are no windows to open, only the big doors. We enjoyed our break, it was very peaceful and a good location from which to explore the Cotswold villages but I wouldn't choose to go back there.

Excellent facilities, we had problem with the tv but thanks to help from the housekeeper all was sorted

Excellent location, amazing view from property and very high standard of accommodation. A perfect retreat but with everything you need.

Imaculately clean, comfy bed, incredible location and really peaceful. We can't wait to go back

Property fine but sad to see Owner 's property neglected.

A fantastic property

We were lucky enough to have stayed at this property when the weather was glorious so we got to make the most of the outside space

The peacefulness was very relaxing - perfect when wanting to escape the daily grind

Will definitely recommend to friends and family

It was beautiful. Only issue we had was a couple of wasps but as soon as we highlighted it the issue was sorted! Fantastic place and hopefully return!

Beautiful location and facilities, disappointed you can't access the roof anymore!

Perfect location, such a unique building! Thoroughly enjoyed time here, would definitely stay here again

Charm in spades in a quiet rural setting. Lovely gift basket and bouquet of roses upon arrival. Luxe linens. Only drawback is nocturnal trip to the loo requires navigating tricky staircase.

There is no doubt the property is very unique and well maintained, and in a very good location, but I felt everything in the interior was 'pared down' too far and externally some floral interest of any sort would add to the aesthetics. The interior of the property consists of three rooms, the living area on the ground floor, the bedroom and the bathroom. There is a small patio outside the living area, which has nice furniture and a bbq. When we arrived it was very clean and tidy.
The furniture and resources inside and outside are of a high quality, particularly the very clever and intruiging 'cupboard kitchen', which had everything that was needed for two people; but there are some things lacking - A mirror is needed in the bedroom for functional reasons, a clock anywhere would be nice, a side table and lamp between the two armchairs would add more interest and be useful, the walls seem too bare in the downstairs living area, another cupboard somewhere to store the carpet cleaner and sweeping tools also? It just felt a little as if it was too empty. The bathroom, though very cleverly thought out and fitted to a high standard, is absolutely tiny (situated below the spiral staircase). It is useable, but, I've honestly never come across such a small sink even in a tiny cloakroom.
The views are absolutely stunning in all directions, and it was really sad to find out that the roof area (which was clearly used just before transferring to rural retreats last year) is no longer accessible. It is a major draw to this property I have no doubt, and having the stairs leading to it and a locked door is such a shame particularly when views of sunsets and the night sky are fantastic here! The other small problem is the key safe in the outside shed; it needs replacing as took ages to get open after trying many many times. Also,the thin rug in the bedroom needs some attention or changing for something with a non-slip backing, it slides very badly on the polished wooden floor, and we slipped a number of times.

I would definitely recommend this property, it is fascinating and in a great location. However, it could also be so much more with a few more things added.

Small but beautifully formed hideaway, well kitted out with everything you need. The "kitchen" cabinet is a wonder to behold, and the views are amazing in every direction.

Fantastic cosy place to stay with great views across the fields

Atmospheric and unique property. Fabulous views, totally peaceful and a wonderful bedroom.
The shower and bathroom is somewhat bijou. We weren’t there in warm weather but loved having the wood burner fire. On warmer days the patio would provide a lovely place to sit.

Fabulous property, beautifully presented. Really well thought out layout and we loved the kitchen on the cupboard. Everything we needed was to hand and we really appreciated the hamper. Perfectly located to walks and lots of places to visit locally. Can’t recommend enough.

I bought this for my parents anniversary. They said it was an absolutely spectacular building steeped in history and surrounded by beautiful scenery.
They have booked again for this summer as they enjoyed themselves so much !

Peace and tranquillity in an amazing place.

A lovely romantic retreat.

Amazing property to stay in, beautiful views from every window, warm and comfortable, lovely place to see in 2018. Roman ruins at Wroxeter very good, good walking on the Stiperstones.Would really recommend this for relaxing break.

A lovely building in a beautiful landscape. Looked spectacular in the snow, but sadly due to the snow, we had to cut short our stay. Summerhouse snug and warm however.

Great property, nice and quiet. Facilities perfect for just the two of us wanting a bit of peace and quiet away from it all.

Roman bath house (English Heritage) just down the road if you want a bit of history.

The perfect getaway - what a hidden gem

Although small it was comfortable and well equipped

Beautiful location and wonderfully quirky. Luxuriously restored.

5 stars for uniqueness, cleanliness and location. The property is also very well presented.

Tiny quaint cottage - it was like stepping back in time to a very peaceful village in proximity to the wealth of the English countryside.
V comfortable and would highly recommend to discerning clients

Lovely quiet location, everything you need for a break away from it all.

Lovely quirky cottage in good location.

lovely toll house in a great location very friendly village, 3 nice pubs the ancient mariner has good food, the hamper was first class everything we needed, even the children in village was polite

We had a wonderful short break in the Toll House - beautifully decorated and maintained, with everything you could need including a really useful welcome hamper of bread, milk etc. The location is quiet but perfect for getting to various sights and attractions nearby - we loved Dunster and Kilve Beach. Thank you for a lovely stay!

Fantastic little place which is perfect for a short break..
good pubs, great local shops, great walks and plenty to visit nearby...
well recommended,

Excellent. Quaint, cosy and just what we wanted :-) Lovely basket of goodies (bread, biscuits, cereal, jam), milk, eggs, wine and cheese in the fridge. Lovely fire in the wood stove ready to light. Lovely bathtub too. There is no phone signal or wifi which provided a welcome break. The local pubs have it, if you feel the need to connect. Drove to Watchet and East Quantoxhead for a really nice day trip. Many thanks for all your thoughtful touches!

We really like unusual properties and this fitted the bill. The village was perhaps a bit disappointing as there was a boarded up garage and a bric-a-brac shop that never seemed to open! That said we tried out all 3 pubs and found the staff and the locals to be really kind and friendly.

Very cute, fun and interesting house. Very well equipped. Linen would have preferred cotton. Lots of interesting pieces in house some of them could have have been better dusted. No wifi which is a big minus.

the property was dark and gloomy, had been shut up and smelt musty,

Lovely cottage but lacking in recycling facilities while was disappointing

Brilliant little hide away

Beautiful cottage, so quaint! Lovely sleepy village setting. The welcome hamper was ample and so generous - thank you!

Lovely little cottage in super village. Owner responded very quickly when there was a problem with the front door lock, could not have asked for more.

Fantastic

Excellent

Wonderful cottage in good location

My parents loved the toll house that we sent them to. Sounds like it was little and cosy and a perfect little getaway. Thank you!

A bigger bed would have made things more comfortable, lovely inside, pictures a little creepy. Don't think I would book a cottage without a garden again but did really enjoy the stay.

Lovely historical property with charming features, shame there was was a lot of the cleaning apparatus on show such as the vac and mop bucket in the kitchen next to the fridge. Lots of locked storage for personal storage, in such a tiny property, a more stripped back approach to storing would have been better. Could be at risk of feeling like you've borrowed someone's home rather than being in a holiday cottage. Really comfortable bed and beautiful bathroom and fire places. Really nice location for walking. Quantocks well worth a visit. Overall a really pleasant holiday, thank you.