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lovely setting, well equipped, lovely welcome when I arrived

Lovely secluded area; met owners who were very friendly and helpful. Also visited the very pretty town of Ludlow with lots of independent shops and places to eat. Would highly recommend - and advise people to watch all the swallows flitting around, from the window!

Absolutely stunning Barn to stay it. Perfect location to go for lovely woodland walks and not far from Richards Castle. Hosts were very lovely and welcoming. I wil definitely be going back. Thanks

Lovely place. Really enjoyed our relaxing 4-night stay.

Another perfect property and process through Rural Retreats!! Such a peaceful location, the only thing you hear from the lane outside are horses clip-clipping past from time to time and walkers following the Mortimer Trail. This runs right past the front door so simply pack up your rucksack, put on your shoes, pull the door shut behind you and you’re right into your stride through some of the most stunning countryside you’ll find! When you return, collapse into the gorgeous lounge area, grabbing a glass of chilled Perry from the really well appointed kitchen and listen to the birds sing with an incredible view over the valley and hills beyond. This place is idyllic, in middle of nowhere but close enough to local amenities, shops and some brilliant pubs/restaurants (Cider Barn and Riverside Inn our fav’s). The barn is alongside the hosts’ beautiful home so there’s plenty of help on hand if needed but otherwise you’re in your own space with a separate entrance/parking and kept very private if that’s what you want. We had a lovely welcome, including delicious homemade cake and local Perry, of which we’ve since ordered a case after returning home, and a very relaxed departure. Thanks so much for making this a weekend to remember!!!

It was just what we both needed. Your 'barn' was excellent to recover our sanity and give us a change we so needed. Our few excursions out were also a delight.
The only challenge we had was finding the switches. I have never seen so many but it was a good game finding the appropriate one but I remain baffled by the front door light. For future visitors it would be useful to have some indication of which we need for what - but it was fun finding out. We left in a mad rush and forgot to clear out the remnants in the fridge. Sorry, but we hope they were some use to someone.
With thanks and good memories,
Regards from Sue and Tim

Lovely clean, bright open plan accommodation with all essential facilities

The perfect venue for a break away from it all. Everything we needed was provided in a beautiful countryside location. The Barn is superbly laid out and luxuriously equipped, with lovely walks from the front door. Friendly owners were available if required and we thoroughly enjoyed the home made cake on arrival! Highly recommended!

Lovely tranquil setting and lovely people, great walks. The accommodation was first class, clean and cosy.

lovely accomodation, very clean and warm with very good kitchen, bathrooms etc. amd in a lovely area for walking

The barn is exceptional!
Beautiful views, extremely modern decoration, all appliances are provided and it is very homely. There is a lovely log burner which is prepared ready for lighting on a vpsy evening. Cannit thank Jane and David enough for their hospitality. They were available for advice on what to do, where to walk and even what to eat. A lovely touch was the hamper of goods we had on arrival which included milk,eggs bread and hoemmade muffins. We cannot wait to return!

Beautiful place, lovely people.

A beautiful well equipped and comfortable barn conversion which met all our needs for a festive break. One of the best holiday 'cottages' we have had. Peaceful and quiet with lovely walks from the door. Owner friendly but unobtrusive. We hope to return.

This is a beautifully converted barn very comfortable with great views of the surrounding countryside. Well placed for Hereford and Ludlow.
We will be returning.

Beautifully appointed. Good location. Pleasing service.

Lovely place, finished to high level. Very comfortable and a nice selection of treats were provided upon arrival, making for a warm welcome. Difficult to fault the place.

Top quality perfectly located barn

Had everything you would expect and the owners were a delightful couple and very helpful

Lovely property with everything we needed. The welcome hamper was great, the property clean and well furnished with lovely toiletries and linen.

The hamper (while most welcome) didn't contain all items on the list, but the owner was very friendly and helpful, the property immaculate and beautifully presented.

Lovely clean and comfortable cottage

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.

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.

We picked to stay at the Garden Lodge as it looked like the ideal little hideaway from the everyday hustle and bustle of life. It was just perfect for our 3 night stay. Cosy, comfy and clean. Plump pillows, crisp white bed linen, fluffy towels and lovely toiletries.

The lodge is beautifully furnished and was equipped with everything that we needed during our stay including a food hamper.

What a delight to arrive and sit outside watching the horses in the paddocks whilst enjoying tea and cake. We loved the fact the lodge was set away from the main house, yet close enough to walk to for our evening meal in the orangery. Jo, our host kindly arranged to cook for us at short notice and we were in for a treat with a three course meal. Jo made us feel most welcome and made some great recommendations for days out and places to eat.

Great location too for days out. We visited Lewes for the day, did a huge costal walk along Seven Sisters and visited the charming town of Alfriston. The Singing Kettle does amazing lunches and the best scones I've ever tasted.


The moment we drove through the gates, we knew we were in for treat and we will most definitely be going back at some point. Thank you Jo for your kind hospitality, we came away refreshed and revivied.
Hopefully see you soon.

A very peaceful relaxing location, the lodge was just perfect in every way.
Jo was a wonderful host, nothing too much trouble and her cake award winning.
We would return in a heartbeat

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.

It is a truly lovely cottage and every need of visitors was catered for very thoughtfully. Rural retreats has a very good reputation for delivering what they advertise but in this case the website didn't do Garreg Wen justice. We had a wonderful time.

Lovely well equipped cottage. Great views from patio of Snowdonia.

Cottage excellent. Only problem was the dog ban at many local pubs, including the one in the village, and attractions (gardens, castles, Snowdon railway etc)

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!

Really neat cottage with an excellent welcome hamper and kept spotless. Two points to improve however: there is a stable door at the front , opening straight out onto the road , the hound had to be kept in check to reign in the enthusiasm. We could be told about that . And with a shower over the bath (generous sized bathroom) and the bath surface slippery when wet , a rubber bath mat would be a good idea , so too a rail for the frail to hold to ease getting in and out of it .

It was a very pleasant cottage, with no real problems, the only issues were the water pressure on the bathroom tap constantly caused us to get soaked, and the kettle after boiling had a tendency to spill out of the sides of the spout, which could have been very dangerous.

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.

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.

usual Rural retreats standard, but as this was the first year of this cottage's letting , there were a few modifications needed

Nice and cosy but a little small. Village pubs nice and good location.

Although the cottage is well equipped and modernised it has a limited patio space. The parking space is useful but the loose stone surface means you can’t use it for sitting out on. One of our party slipped on the stones that had rolled on to the cobbled edge of the parking space and injured her knee.

Well appointed cottage. Good dog walks from village and at Ampleforth Abbey. Good food at village pubs. Some cupboard space would be helpful.

Still no appliance instructions, I reported this last time we stayed. TV is a mystery!
Parking not good, very difficult to reverse out especially when someone parks right at the entrance of the parking space for the cottage which seems to be all the time.

Very good comfortable accommodation which was just enough for 2 people and our little dog.
Generally well equipped, but small saucepan (or small set of saucepans) for at least boiling eggs would have been useful.
The welcome hamper was excellent with a very comprehensive selection of goods to get us through the initial days.
TV coverage via use of the internet TV arrangement was not very good.

The location was good a nice village. The cottage although was only for two people I found the kitchen area was on the small side the lounge was ok as was the bathroom but my main concern was the bedroom. Lack of hanging space we only had coat hooks no wardrobe which I was expecting. Also the hoover was in the room as were other cleaning items so this was not up to rural retreats standards. We have stayed in other rural retreats befor and hopefully we will stay again.

Very nice little cottage, very peaceful, great location.

Sweet little cottage with lots of character in a lovely, tranquil village. Parking only a short distance away. Lots of walking options from the village. Spectacular walks a short drive away - the Long Mynd and NT centre. Didn't try the pub but we would do if we stayed again. Nearby Church Stratton had supermarket etc.

Nice decor. Very rural setting. Pics of outdoor seating were exact but broken. Very hot weather and the agar was on all the time making the cottage even warmer. The sofa was well past it's best making it uncomfortable. Very clean. Amenities good.

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

The perfect romantic getaway, completely private, impeccably clean, beautifully furnished and very comfortable. Only one quibble. The slabs on the bedroom side of the house are very slippery when wet - my husband came a cropper on them. Also, when using the entry code to the main gate, don't forget the asterisk (we did, and the gates stayed firmly shut!).

Georgeous cottage in a tranquil location, in a woodland setting. Spotlessly clean. Very thoughtful welcome pack. Tasteful decor and furnishing with a squashy sofa and a large chair for two in the lounge.
However, we found the sofa and chair uncomfortable. We are both in our 70's so they may be fine for younger people.

Absolutely beautiful place.

Beautiful cottage in a fantastic location for those that want a peaceful break without losing any home comforts. The bed wasn't as comfortable as we'd like but it was far outweighed by the perfection of the rest of the cottage.

Superb accommodation, setting and overall experience. Thank you.

Honestly couldn’t have been more perfect. Had the most amazing time, we will definitely be back!

Fantastic, stylish cottage, beautifully furnished and the best welcome hamper we have ever had. Love it.

The quality of the cottage was 5 star as it was very well equipped and beautifully furnished. However, I have had to rate it as a 4 star overall as the cottage was on a main road and there was quite a lot of vehicle noise. It was one of the hottest weeks of the year and the upstairs bedroom was very hot and stifling. We could not have the upstairs window open during the night because of the road noise so we had the fan going all night to try to cool us down.
The cottage was very well situated and we were able to visit Stanford, Cambridge, Burleigh House and Lincoln, as well as Rutland Water.
Joanna and Piers were very helpful.

Beautifully appointed, really welcoming owners - had a fab time

Beautiful cottage for 2, great attention to detail and furnished to a very high standard. 2 spaces for sitting out. Good location with easy access to Stamford, Rutland Water or further afield via the A1. Very friendly & helpful owners. Will definitely go back.

The accommodation was outstanding and host and hostess charming and helpful. The only drawback was that it was right on a very busy main road so the traffic noise was intrusive.

The cottage was in a lovely setting and we were very impressed with home made cake and hamper. However there were cobwebs everywhere and the windows were not clean. Cobwebs and foliage growing through roof where safe is kept. TV did not work and when left a message about this it was not acknowledged. Not clear where to park no signage on cottage. Owner not very welcoming

Delightful property and owners! Home from home.

Perfect for a short break. Peaceful surroundings.

Owners charming and very helpful. Furnishings and equipment excellent BUT RURAL RETREATS DESCRIPTION MOST MISLEADING. NEARBY PUBS ALL DEFUNCT.THIS IS A VERY SMALL CONVERTED OUTBUILDING NOT A CHARMING COTTAGE. VIEW IS IMMEDIATELY OVER DRIVE OF OWNERS' PROPERTY. NEED TO KEEP SHUTTERS CLOSED FOR PRIVACY. ALMOST NO HEADROOM IN BEDROOM. PERSISTENT SMELL OF HEATING OIL.
FIRST AND LAST TIME WITH YOUR COMPANY UNLESS YOU ARE MORE 'REVEALING' WITH INFORMATION ABOUT PROPERTY PRIOR TO BOOKING

Great for a couple.
Peaceful.
Close to nature.
Great for walking, running etc.
Some great pubs in the area.
Clean and well equiped.

Accommodation was tastefully furnished,well planned and well prepared
Property is in the grounds of the main house ,just 20 metres away
Owners are available if you need them,but otherwise respect your privacy and are not noticeable
Parking is in a small private field just opposite
Excellent shower in the ensuite,with views over the farmland
Only 1 bedroom and cottage is quite small, but fully equipped and nicely designed
Ideal if you want a few peaceful days in the Kent countryside

The cottage is the perfect place to go to relax , unwind and recharge your internal batteries . It is beautiful and peaceful with everything you need or could want . It is situated within easy reach of some wonderful places Hever and Leeds Castles , Eltham Palace , Ham House , Smallhythe and Sissinghurst and others too numerous to mention , then you can come back to the peace of 'home' and chill . Shakers was pure bliss .

Beautifully appointed, spotless, tranquil cottage, with footpaths from the back door out to local countryside and a decent pub nearby serving great food

Ambience +++. Location ideal for us. Warm welcome.

Although this cottage is small, it is well equipped and has been nicely decorated inside. We appreciated the Nespresso coffee machine, and the plentiful welcoming basket. The only point that we would like to make is that when the weather got colder, it was cooler in house, as both front door and back door have significant gaps in the frames allowing the cold air to come through.

While everything was perfect! No remarks at all!

Well furnished and equipped downstairs; beautifully decorated. Very clean. Good Welcome Pack.

Slight disappointment with the upstairs bedroom: no curtain or blind on the large window; we found the bed too firm.

Very nice, luxurious cottage with great facilities- would be great to have a blind upstairs though..

Only because the bedroom roof space was limited and there were no curtains which meant sleeping with a blindfold

Very impressed with the cottage and the welcome hamper was the best we have ever had. The homemade Victoria Sponge excellent. We liked the home grown products. It was all perfect and we had a great time despite the changeable weather.

Lovely cottage and the usual generous hamper.
Only snag was the provision of eye masks instead of curtains. We didn't find them comfortable and as a result woke very early.

The cottage was excellent with top notch bedding and towels etc. All modern comforts and over flowing hamper. Home make cake was a welcome treat.

Beautifully appointed cottage. Well situated for visiting National Trust properties. Welcome hamper very good though not quite as comprehensive as in other RR cottages we have been to.

Highly recommended cottage.

It was a really lovely cottage. The home made cake and hamper were a delicious touch and we had a lovely weekend.

Spring Cottage was beautifully presented throughout. Comfortable and warm and everything was of a very high quality.

Real quality on every front throughout the whole property

Good location excellent condition of property and well equipped

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.

The cottage was clean , cosy and had all that we required. There where plenty of information leaflets about the surrounding areas , places to visit and places to eat. The gluten free welcome pack was a great treat very much appreciated.

A lovely old cottage with lots of character.

Lovely cottage with plenty of character features and quality fittings.
Stairs to first floor bedrooms are steep but we coped okay.
Sadly no local pub within walking distance but plenty of pubs and places of interest within a short drive.

Very quaint on a pretty street with lovely country homes. The owner Patricia looked after us every day as if we were family. Very comfortable bed and very nice garden facing glassed in sitting room.

Owner was there when we arrived, lovely food parcel to keep us going. Clean and tidy. definitely will consider going back at some point

Really lovely, modern and well-decorated apartment. We really enjoyed using it as a base and the surrounding countryside was perfect for walks and runs. Only main negative is the food situation - a 20 minute drive to the nearest good pubs (which were excellent!) and the studio itself isn’t really set up for self-catering with only a basic provision of equipments provided. Pat was lovely and did lend us anything missing though and always helpful with suggestions.

Patricia was very welcoming when my mother in law arrived for her 3 night stay. She made her stay very comfortable and pleasant. We would love to stay at the Garden Studio again. Thank you Patricia **

We Enjoyed Our Staying At The Garden Studio to spotless clean feel very cosy to full staying __Patricia Pye make us very welcome lovely person to chat with give us lot of information etc -hope to return in nearer future Many thanks

Patricia is a wonderful host and the area around the garden studio is beautiful with great walks and pubs near by. The accommodation is immaculate and very well furnished for a short break.

The Garden Studio was spotless, small but well equipped and the owner was very nice

Lovely accommodation very clean and well maintained owners were very friendly and helpful enjoyed our stay and hope to return to this property again

The Loft is a perfect 'rural retreat" Very thoughtfully designed, furnished and equipped - light, airy and very clean. It is within easy striking distance of major cities, market towns and villages and it makes a wonderful, peaceful base to return to each day. The owners have a wealth of knowledge and information for local walks, places to eat and visit. We have stayed in The Loft before and we will return.

Spotlessly clean, very well equipped and an exceptionally good welcome basket. The hosts went out of their way to make us welcome and comfortable. Everything was perfect!

Lovely cozy escape in the countryside . Hosts were excellent and the welcome hamper was much enjoyed . Enjoyed our walks and the local pub/ restaurant . Highly recommend .

It was a very enjoyable stay. We were welcome on arrival with a nice smile and a hand shake. We were exhausted and the place was quiet and very comfortable, allowing us a much needed rest. The camper basket was a beautiful surprise!!

We had a lovely stay at The Loft. The owners, John and Jane,
could not have been more accommodating, even purchasing a
fan for us during an unusually hot week. The Loft itself is charming and modern, and filled with natural daylight. We couldn't think
of an appliance or an amenity that wasn't provided. Highly
recommend.

The loft was in an idyllic location looking out over fields and close to beautiful Oxfordshire villages and the river.
A lot of thought had gone into the property- everything was done to a high spec and was very well looked after. We had a great weekend celebrating my husbands birthday

We had the most amazing long weekend staying at John and Paula's little farm loft. The loft is very easy to reach from Central London by taking a train from Paddington to Goring. Since it was just a long weekend, we did not rent a car and John went above and beyond helping us with transportation from and to the station.

All the details in the loft were perfect, and the bed is very comfortable. They left some amazing products and homemade goodies in the welcome basket.

It was lambing season so we got to see the baby lambs, and John and Paula also have two sweet dogs. It is easy to get to walks and a pub nearby.

I am sad that it was just a short visit this time, but we hope to visit again soon!

- Michelle & Kevin

Stayed at the Loft for a few days between Christmas and New Year. Accommodation was clean and comfortable and welcome hamper left by the owners was excellent, containing some additional seasonal items such as home made Christmas cake. There was also a small Christmas tree, complete with lights, and a book about Christmas Carols. The owners were helpful and checked in with us to make sure we had everything we needed. They gave some good recommendations on local places to eat, and, as with previous Rural Retreats accommodations, we would not hesitate to return here in the future. Perfect place to stay if you like country walks and peaceful surroundings!

Well equipped property, which although close to the owners house was still private. Owners very helpful and provided items such as great local walks on laminated cards.
Recommended for a peaceful stay in the beautiful countryside.

Lovely place to get away from it all. The hosts were very nice left us to privacy but there if we needed.

Really lovely location and such a warm welcome by John and Jane. Perfect for couples on a relaxing break. Would definitely visit again 🙂

Fantastic experience would recommend to all.

The Loft was wonderful and the welcome basket was delicious and full of lovely local food. Lovely hosts too.

Amazing place! Stunning view of sunset over the fields right from the living room! Beautiful rurual walks from your door. Wonderful, friendly hosts. Lots of homemade/home reared treats to welcome you. Decorated to a very high standard and impeccably clean. A perfect break away.

Loved every minute of our stay. Great hosts who couldn't do enough to make us comfortable. Fantastic property which was clean, well appointed and perfectly located.

Very comfortable and fully equipped. Generous welcome package. Very welcoming and hospitable owners. Highly recommended

Excellent condition. Well situated and private

Absolutely lovely. Very kind and welcoming hosts, excellent facilities and beautiful location. Thankyou so much.

Lovely house enjoyed the stay. Perhaps some warning that tall people need to take care

House was lovley but building all boarded up opposite us was not nice ..parking was a nightmare for a small village a lot of noise early in the moring drilling and banging

Such a quirky place. Immaculate and tastefully decorated. Warm hospitality and a fabulous welcome basket on arrival.

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

This a beautiful, well equipped cottage and the owner Elaine was so welcoming. We made contact a week before and were asked our preferences for the welcome hamper which was so helpful as we only drink decaff tea and coffee and we prefer semi-skimmed milk, red wine and brown bread. It's so peaceful there and we were able to wander around the grounds,fields and woodland. We sat by the lake in the evenings watching the sun set and all we could hear were birds and sheep.Elaine provided us with lovely fresh eggs from her very free range chickens! The whole week was bliss!

Lovely hosts. Nothing was too much trouble. Fab cottage. Very comfortable. Everything you needed.

Peaceful. Spacious. Very Comfortable. Lovely Hosts. Bliss.

Such a beautiful cottage in beautiful surroundings. Piece and quiet just what we wanted. Very relaxing sitting by the lake. Elaine was just lovely supplying us with fresh eggs. Would definitely recommend a visit.

This was the cleanest and best prepared Rural Retreats cottage that I have ever stayed in. Everything that you might possibly need was provided- and then some. The obvious care taken by the owner is everywhere apparent and makes this an ideal holiday destination. Difficult to see that it could be better.

The cottage was in pristine condition! It was beautifully decorated and furnished, very spacious, immaculately clean. The bed linen and towels were akin to a top 5 star hotel. The welcome hamper left by the owners was gorgeous and extremely generous. Eggs from their own hens were the best ever. The cottage was well heated, with lots of hot water, a dishwasher and a washing machine.
The location was isolated and idyllic...only the tweet of birds and the occasional bleat of sheep to break the peace. We went walking over the owners fields, which are mostly left to pasture and are so lovely for walking. No complaints! And this from an EXTREMELY fussy traveller. I could easily make this place my home....if the kind owners would allow?

Spacious, airy and comfortable cottage in an Idyllic tranquil setting. The hosts, Elaine and Steve, were extremely warm and friendly and provided an excellent thoughtful welcome hamper; we even came away with some of their own hens’ eggs. An ideal base for exploring North Devon. Thoroughly recommended.

Bigger than it seems in the photos. Really well done. Lovely hamper and very friendly owners. beautiful walk through the fields next to the property, with the lambs.

The cottage was very clean and well presented with a good range of equipment provided in the kitchen. The owners were delightful and provided us with beautiful eggs during our visit. The welcome pack was thoughtful and we enjoyed our stay.

A wonderful away from it all, well kept cottage. The welcome pack was amazing.

This is a wonderful property - a true retreat. No traffic, and in a gentle peaceful wooded valley.
The long driveway is sloping and might be tricky in poorer weather.
The cottage is spacious and light; the kitchen very well appointed - loved the heated floor too.
The bedlinen was highest quality, a pleasure.
The farm eggs were amazing! The owner was lovely, helpful, relaxed, but not intrusive.

Wonderful cottage, superb location and really friendly, helpful owners on site.

Lovely cottage in idyllic setting. Owners on site really friendly and obliging. Hope to return!

I cannot say how lovely this cottage was. A lovely old building beautifully renovated with a modern twist. So relaxing. They let us walk around their fields and woodland which was so quiet. It felt like we were in the middle of nowhere and yet we enjoyed great quality meals in 2 local pubs close by. Elaine and her husband couldn't have been more lovely and the welcome pack was excellent. I can't fault it at all! Thanks so much.

Excellent property, beautiful location, best two person stay and best Welcome Pack ever.

Thank You Elaine

The best RR holiday home we have stayed in. Brilliant location, clean and very comfortable, a generous hamper and truly welcoming owners, who helped make it a wonderful holiday.

Woodland Cottage, Romansleigh, North Devon
20-27th May
A very beautifully furnished, comfortable and very peaceful delightful cottage, where you just want to linger and stay forever. It is very peaceful and the owners Elaine and Steve are delightful and very generous people who made us very welcome and were very helpful. The lake where we could sit and relax was a delight with fish and wildlife and lovely country views.
Exmoor with its many delights of river walks, moor views and walks, coastal scenery and lovely villages with little restaurants and tearooms is just a drive away.
We had a delightful week and would love to recommend this cottage and certainly look forward to returning again.

T. and J. Hardy

Peaceful. Comfortable. Lovely setting. Generous sized rooms. Generally well equipped. Perhaps a DVD/bluray player needed next to the tv. Approach slope a little steep for non-4x4 cars.

An excellent service provided above and beyond other rural retreat properties we have visited.

Very clean, high standard and most welcoming. The farm owners, Elaine and Steve, were great hosts, the best welcome pack we have ever had! For a quiet winter break in a very rural location this is ideal.