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Acorn Cottage Oulton, Near Aylsham, Norfolk

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27 guests have reviewed Acorn Cottage

22 JUNE 2018

Spotlessly clean, every item that you could need was there. It
was a very comfortable and perfect place to relax,
especially for peace and quiet.. Also a very good location.

21 MAY 2018

Beautiful cottage in a very quiet location, apart from the peacock!
Very well equipped and very clean. Lovely village pubs in Itteringham and Heydon. Would recommend for a relaxing chilled get away.

1 MAY 2018

Rustic cottage in quiet rural setting, with many interesting places, excellent cafes and pubs nearby.

15 FEBRUARY 2018

Very comfortable and warm, but a few niggles

8 JANUARY 2018

Perfect location – very quiet but within walking distance of Blickling Hall, and less than half-an-hour from the seaside.

Cosy and comfy, with great views from the dining table (with many wildlife visitors – peacock, partridges, muntjac, barn owl, cattle, etc etc).

Small but perfectly formed kitchen, lovely relaxing living room with a superb wood-burner (and unlimited fuel in the outhouse).

Gorgeous quirky upstairs bedroom – and another lovely bedroom downstairs.

The owners are always very helpful – and a mine of information about the area.

This was our fourth stay. And it won't be our last.

9 JANUARY 2018

What lovely feedback, thank you. We look forward to booking your fifth visit to Acorn Cottage.

17 DECEMBER 2017

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Acorn Cottage. It was spotlessly clean and so pretty. A rural idyll! We would love to return in the Summer.

10 NOVEMBER 2017

We had a problem with an animals in the roof between the tiles and the ceiling that kept us awake at night. We nearly abandoned our holiday after three nights. The wood supply was almost exhausted. Knives were blunt. There was only enough crockery for one meal for two so it was necessary to use the dishwasher at least twice a day. The lighting in the main room was too dim to read. Plenty of hot water and heating very good. No firelighters provided. Welcome basket rather mean. We informed the owners of the roof/ceiling problem.

6 DECEMBER 2017

Thank you for your feedback. I am so sorry about the animal in the roof which has now been dealt with by the owners. Regarding the crockery there are four of everything in the kitchen and the owners will check the sharpness of the knives. There are also four table lights as well as little spot lights on the beams in the sitting room so we do feel there is enough light there.

8 JUNE 2017

beautiful cottage, very well equipped. Lovely countryside. Adored the cows, partridges and pheasants that were frequent visitors. The welcome basket of edibles and basics in fridge were a godsend - especially as we arrived late in the evening. Beautiful garden too.

13 JUNE 2017

Thank you for your lovely review of Acorn Cottage and the surrounding countryside.

6 JUNE 2017

Excellent cottage in rural situation. Very relaxing.
Slightly 'quirky' accommodation, especially for anyone over 6ft tall!
After one bang-on-head we found a system to protect from further incident!
We hope to return on another occasion.

16 FEBRUARY 2017

Lovely setting. Well maintained and equipped. Good information. Very comfortable and charming cottage.

9 JANUARY 2017

Cottage was clean and the downstairs was beautiful. We did not appreciate the half pack of butter left in the butter dish nor the small jars of muesli, tea and coffee. It would be more hygenic if they were in unopened packages. Presenting them like this felt like a money saving exercise which it clearly was. As we were there over new year it meant fewer shops were open and we were rationing butter towards then end. I do not think a whole pack of butter and one of cereal is too great an expectation when such a feature is made of the welcome hamper.

5 OCTOBER 2017

Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback and we were pleased to note there was much about your stay which met your expectations. The butter you refer to was freshly bought on the day of your arrival but as the housekeeper was putting it in the fridge, some slight damage to the packaging was noted. As it was too late to purchase a new one, the housekeeper removed the butter, cut a small slice off and put it in the butter dish. The muesli, tea and coffee is fresh and in addition the owner supplies all the items you would normally expect in our hampers plus Made in Norfolk toiletries.We do hope that you are happy with the explanation and that you will return to stay with Rural Retreats on a future occasion.

21 NOVEMBER 2016

Cosy, comfortable well equipped cottage

13 OCTOBER 2016

quality of food package was only 'good'.

5 SEPTEMBER 2016

Stairs to upstairs bedroom was a issue at night with down stairs bathroom . I hindsight this was mentioned on the website and we should have been aware

18 JULY 2016

Clean, beautiful setting and exactly as stated.

21 JUNE 2016

Absolute Heaven. I really needed a little getaway that was away from all the hustle and bustle and work and family needs and pets needs. I had a holiday abroad last year and also a few days in May and didn't feel refreshed by either. So forget the flying and the airports as Norfolk is so beautiful. The Cottage had everything I needed and is a very special peaceful place. I love to cook so stocked up and stayed at the cottage for my whole holiday even though there are so many fabulous things to do locally. On the day I booked out I headed for the Coast, saw the seals on a boat trip bought seafood own the way to sitting on the beach to eat my picnic. Fabulous. I am very much rested and I will return and maybe allow my husband to come along too. Quality of the whole property and everything in it decor and kitchen utensils etc are superb. Only problem was the DVD player kept breaking down which i suppose is an issue that the owners are not to know about easily but I suggest Sony DVD player is available from supermarkets for around £25 and is excellent.

29 APRIL 2016

great

25 APRIL 2016

Excellent cottage, cosy, comfortable and beautiful location.

11 APRIL 2016

It would help if the housekeeper /owner or rep was on hand on arrival. WiFi instructions could have been clearer. Heating clock was adrift with timings. Logs for the wood burner only just lasted, we had lovely days but very cold nights and mornings so it was used. My apologies forgot to empty the dishwasher on departure.

5 OCTOBER 2017

Thank you for your review. It is not the norm for a housekeeper to meet guests for their arrival. Only perhaps where the property might be in a location that does not allow keysafes to be fitted and therefore requires a manual key handover. Instructions for the Wi-fi are in the Welcome folder and the passcode is on the underside of the router.As stated on our website and brochure, we are unable to guarantee the availability or strength of mobile phone signals, Wifi and Broadband in our properties.The owner has changed the clock on the heating programmer to summertime.

5 APRIL 2016

Really clean, really good facilities.

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From £351

Ideal for a romantic break, this beautifully renovated cottage is on the edge of the Blickling Hall estate on the outskirts of Oulton village and is set in its own informal garden and benefits from a woodburning stove. The nearby market town of Aylsham provides all facilities and the coastal town of Holt can be reached within 20 minutes.

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Barn at Cullis Croft Ludlow, Shropshire

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Barn at Cullis Croft, Shropshire, England

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18 guests have reviewed Barn at Cullis Croft

4 AUGUST 2018

Lovely clean, bright open plan accommodation with all essential facilities

26 JUNE 2018

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!

21 MAY 2018

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

27 FEBRUARY 2018

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

12 FEBRUARY 2018

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!

23 JANUARY 2018

Beautiful place, lovely people.

13 JANUARY 2018

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.

16 JANUARY 2018

Barn at Cullis Court has wonderful reviews and this is no exception. I am delighted that you had such a lovely stay over Christmas and thank you for leaving your feedback.

24 NOVEMBER 2017

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.

25 SEPTEMBER 2017

Beautifully appointed. Good location. Pleasing service.

15 SEPTEMBER 2017

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.

15 SEPTEMBER 2017

What a lovely review, thank you. The owners have put a lot of thought into the barn and really want their guests to have a memorable holiday. We look forward to welcoming you back again.

6 JULY 2017

Top quality perfectly located barn

6 JULY 2017

What lovely feedback. Thank you so much.

20 JUNE 2017

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

22 JUNE 2017

Thank you for your review. we are delighted that you were pleased with the Barn at Cullis Croft.

24 FEBRUARY 2017

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

4 NOVEMBER 2016

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.

16 OCTOBER 2016

Really excellent place and owners

5 OCTOBER 2016

Perfectly adequate for a short break

23 AUGUST 2016

Excellent hosts

17 AUGUST 2016

superb location & facilities in an outstanding location

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This delightful barn is nestled on the side of a hill and sits directly upon the historic Mortimer Trail, only twenty minutes by car to the Welsh Border. Spectacular, panoramic views greet you from all sides of the property, with acres of ancient woodland and many lovely walks to enjoy.

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For holidays taken between 18 August 2018 And 30 September 2018 Minimum of 3 nights booking.
Must be placed between 9 Aug 2018 and 30 Sep 2018

Blacksmiths Cottage Boresford, Presteigne, Powys, Shropshire

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Blacksmiths Cottage, Shropshire, England

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30 guests have reviewed Blacksmiths Cottage

21 MAY 2018

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.

27 APRIL 2018

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.

17 NOVEMBER 2017

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

17 NOVEMBER 2017

What a lovely review , thank you so much. We do hope your partner is feeling better.

7 NOVEMBER 2017

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

23 OCTOBER 2017

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

7 AUGUST 2017

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.

21 JULY 2017

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

4 JULY 2017

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

5 JULY 2017

Thank you for your lovely review of Blacksmiths Cottage.

12 APRIL 2017

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 !

27 MARCH 2017

All excellent - a thoroughly perfect holiday. Thank you

21 FEBRUARY 2017

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

3 JANUARY 2017

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

7 NOVEMBER 2016

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

6 NOVEMBER 2016

Beautifully appointed cottage in lovely area

10 OCTOBER 2016

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.

19 SEPTEMBER 2016

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

6 SEPTEMBER 2016

Very nice cottage in a beautiful location. Warm welcome.

4 SEPTEMBER 2016

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

22 AUGUST 2016

Very impressive ........ everything we needed to make a luxurious stay in a beautiful unspoilt part of the country .

18 AUGUST 2016

The cottage is perfect in a beautiful, peaceful setting and provides everything for a wonderful, relaxing holiday. Most highly recommended.

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From £321

This detached barn conversion is located near Presteigne in a secluded valley on the borders of Wales, Herefordshire and Shropshire. It offers spacious accommodation on a single level. Locally there are many countryside walks and two bicycles are included.

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For holidays taken between 3 August 2018 And 8 September 2018 Minimum of 3 nights booking.
Must be placed between 3 Aug 2018 and 8 Sep 2018

Coach House (Oxfordshire) Woodstock, Oxfordshire

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Coach House (Oxfordshire), Oxfordshire, England

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19 guests have reviewed Coach House (Oxfordshire)

3 AUGUST 2018

We had a delightful time at the Coach House. It was bright, roomy and clean. The welcome basket was brilliant! I highly recommend this location. We took day trips but were always happy to return “home!”

23 JULY 2018

Very comfortable stay - everything is provided including a superb hamper.

The weather was exceptionally warm during out stay - since the main areas of the Coach House are located on the first floor, we were pleased that we had packed a fan to keep us cool at night. A fan or two might therefore be welcome additions to the amenities in times of warm weather.

29 JUNE 2018

Beautifully clean apartment.Very well equipped close to all amenities.

15 JUNE 2018

The Coach House was well decorated and extremely well equipped. It was very comfortable and clean. A great location for visiting the Cotswolds and an extremely helpful landlord/lady. One of the best houses we have rented from RR.

14 MAY 2018

Good communication before arrival, easy check in process and lovely welcome hamper which included all the essentials. The apartment was spotless and extremely well equipped to a very high standard. Perfect size for two people with a large kitchen and living area. Location was perfect for us as we were visiting Blenheim Palace and the surrounding Cotwolds villages. We would certainly come back.

9 MAY 2018

There is no doubt that Coach House is a classy place but an essential change required is a separate shower cubicle...We considered it somewhat hazardous, particularly at our age (78) and we are reasonably mobile, to climb in and out of the bath, with no handholds...

9 MAY 2018

Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate your comments about bathing at Coach House and unfortunately there is no space for a separate shower cubicle. In future our bookings team would be very happy to discuss a property's suitability for you.

6 APRIL 2018

This was not as rural as i expected. We have been to many RR properties over the years and all of them have been 5 star. This was too near a main road, view from front window SO depressing. It struggles in my view to be a 'rural retreat'
The welcome pack, the cleanliness etc all good - no problem with that - really nice. However it was disappointing to say the least from this aspect.

9 APRIL 2018

Thank you for your feedback. I am glad you felt that everything was really nice but I am sorry that you were disappointed with the location of the Coach House. Whilst most of our properties are rural we do have some exceptions and we feel The Coach House is special because of its location to Woodstock and, of course, Oxford with all the wonderful things to see and do there.

11 FEBRUARY 2018

Very well equipped, comfortable, warm, and conveniently located property.

9 JANUARY 2018

Extremely spacious, well equipped, clean and cosy accommodation.. Great base from which to explore. Friendly, helpful host. Would be very happy to return.

9 AUGUST 2017

Location of property is on a busy main road. However, the interior of the property was of a very good standard.

28 SEPTEMBER 2017

Thank you for your feedback and we are pleased that you felt that the interior of the property was good. As the map shows the property is set off the Upper Campsfield Road from Bladon to Kidlington.

13 JUNE 2017

The Coach House in Woodstock was extremely clean and well presented. There was everything there we could wish for to make it a home from home experience. The owner was very helpful and accommodating of all our needs. Kind welcome hamper was presented.
Only 1 thing could be seen as slightly detrimental; it was a little out of the way from shops, pub etc and was very near a busy main road which at times was noisy.
A good base for Oxford and Blenheim Palace though.

18 MARCH 2017

The accommodation was faultless

25 FEBRUARY 2017

A beautiful cottage with a delightful interior

23 FEBRUARY 2017

Beautiful 5 star luxury place to stay wanted to stay longer excellent location lovely owners

14 FEBRUARY 2017

Very comfortable and clean, everything had been thought of, welcome hamper very generous, owner very friendly.

9 FEBRUARY 2017

Beautiful place! Perfect!

23 JANUARY 2017

Very nice property, shower wayward and unable to have hot bath, but generally very nice stay.

12 DECEMBER 2016

Well equipped. Tracy really helpful

8 NOVEMBER 2016

The coach house had everything that anyone could ever need. Well thought through and beautifully presented.

I would have no hesitation in staying there again.

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This delightful first floor accommodation is located just outside beautiful Woodstock in the Oxfordshire Cotswolds and just a 5 minute drive to Blenheim Palace and Woodstock itself, a World Heritage Site and birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill. Woodstock is a charming and busy town, filled with a huge variety of restaurants, gorgeous traditional English pubs and plenty of shops.

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For holidays taken between 19 August 2018 And 30 September 2018 Minimum of 3 nights booking.
Must be placed between 9 Aug 2018 and 30 Sep 2018

Felltree Cottage Broadwell, Gloucestershire

Felltree Cottage, Gloucestershire, England

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11 guests have reviewed Felltree Cottage

26 FEBRUARY 2018

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.

21 SEPTEMBER 2017

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.

4 SEPTEMBER 2017

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.

29 AUGUST 2017

Beautiful. Modern but quaint.

2 FEBRUARY 2017

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.

10 JANUARY 2017

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

4 JANUARY 2017

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.

8 DECEMBER 2016

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

21 NOVEMBER 2016

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.

16 NOVEMBER 2016

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!

24 OCTOBER 2016

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.

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This pretty mid-terrace cottage built from classic Cotswold stone has many charming period features including flagstone floors, an inglenook fireplace with wood burning stove and exposed beams. Situated in the heart of the picturesque village of Broadwell, it is the perfect setting to experience the beauty of the Cotswolds.

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Garreg Wen Eglwys Bach, Colwyn Bay, Conwy

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30 guests have reviewed Garreg Wen

6 JUNE 2018

Wonderful cottage and so well appointed.

10 JANUARY 2018

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

22 SEPTEMBER 2017

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

22 AUGUST 2017

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!

23 AUGUST 2017

Thank you for your feedback - I agree, the views are amazing! We will pass on your comments about the bathroom radiator.

14 JULY 2017

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

6 JULY 2017

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.

20 JULY 2017

Thank you for your feedback. I am so glad that you were impressed with Garreg Wen which is very popular with our guests.

26 JUNE 2017

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

7 JULY 2017

We are delighted that you were pleased with Garreg Wen and its location. Thank you so much for your review.

7 JUNE 2017

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.

7 JULY 2017

What a lovely review - thank you so much.

6 JUNE 2017

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!

14 JUNE 2017

Thank you for your feedback - we are delighted that you enjoyed the property and the views. I have passed your information about the phone to the owner who is looking into it.

18 MAY 2017

Will definitely use Rural Retreats again and would recommend Gareg Wen

12 APRIL 2017

Location,attention to detail,high standards

31 MARCH 2017

Excellent

13 MARCH 2017

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

17 JANUARY 2017

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

28 DECEMBER 2016

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

28 NOVEMBER 2016

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

25 NOVEMBER 2016

As good as ever. Our third visit.

8 NOVEMBER 2016

One of the best cottages we have ever stayed in. A real gen at Garag Wen.

31 OCTOBER 2016

Cottage is attached to farm at the top of a hill with excellent views to Snowdonia, cottage is comfortable with all facilities required for a holiday let.

20 OCTOBER 2016

Cottage was brilliant

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This secluded cottage is part of a small working farm high above Bodnant Gardens and two miles from the village of Eglwysbach. It enjoys stunning views of Snowdonia National Park and is well situated for walks and visiting local attractions.

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Hillview Lower Swell , Near Stow-On-The-Wold, Gloucestershire

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35 guests have reviewed Hillview

19 JUNE 2018

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!!!!

20 JUNE 2018

Thank you for your kind words about Hillview. There are some bees in the lovely flowering plants outside the back door but as they are so vital to a healthy environment and healthy economy we would really hate to make the area a bee free zone.

4 APRIL 2018

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!

5 APRIL 2018

Thank you for leaving your feedback. We are delighted that you thought Hillview was beautiful and our apologies that the towel rail couldn't be mended immediately.

28 DECEMBER 2017

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

15 DECEMBER 2017

lovely cottage and location, could not fault what was provided

11 DECEMBER 2017

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.

13 DECEMBER 2017

We are so pleased that you had a wonderful stay at lovely Hillview. Thank you so much for your kind comments about the property and our service.

6 NOVEMBER 2017

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.

22 SEPTEMBER 2017

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.

4 SEPTEMBER 2017

Exactly as described......

29 AUGUST 2017

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

8 AUGUST 2017

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.

13 JULY 2017

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

14 JULY 2017

Thank you for your lovely review of Hillview. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay.

6 JUNE 2017

Lovely clean cottage. Pretty village with lovely walks straight from the door.

17 MAY 2017

We loved Hillview. It was beautifully furnished, spotlessly clean, comfortable, well equipped and in a great location for all the attractions of The Cotswolds.
We particularly liked the generous sized bedroom and comfortable bed and the nicely sized and equipped bathroom.
It was lovely thaf we had proper and reliable WiFi too -a real bonus.
The local pub was friendly and had very good food only a few hundred yards away.
The courtyard garden would be perfect in the summer.
All in all a great cottage thoughtfully refurbished!

13 APRIL 2017

My favourite home from home! Our 2nd visit to the property and will be back again soon!

Thanks so much,

Kirsty and Tom

13 MARCH 2017

Excellent hamper, property very cosy and a great place to relax whatever the weather.

6 MARCH 2017

Everything was perfect and we will return next Winter
Couldn't fault one thing! The sponge cake was superb and the hamper was very appreciated!!
Wonderful cottage!

9 FEBRUARY 2017

Amazing cottage, not one bad thing to say. It had everything you needed, beautifully decorated and the most amazingly soft white bath towels!! Hamper was so great we didn't need to go out for tea on our arrival. Really enjoyed it and will be hoping to re-book, if not there, certainly another one of your cottages if they're all as nice

8 JANUARY 2017

We loved this cottage. I love my home comforts but as soon as we arrived I felt at home instantly. I can't recommend it enough, everything was perfect down to the little details. It made our Christmas extra special, can't wait to return

16 DECEMBER 2016

Excellent

26 OCTOBER 2016

Cottage was beautiful, clean and well presented. Welcome hamper was great too!

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This Grade II listed Cotswold stone cottage, in Lower Swell near Stow-on-the-Wold, has been carefully renovated and refurbished whilst retaining its period charm. Golf at Naunton Downs is 2.5 miles away and there are numerous walks nearby.

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Hope Cottage (Naunton) Naunton, Gloucestershire

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31 guests have reviewed Hope Cottage (Naunton)

7 JUNE 2018

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.

29 MAY 2018

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

1 MAY 2018

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.

10 APRIL 2018

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.

10 APRIL 2018

Thank you for your review of Hope Cottage. We are very sad as the property usually has really lovely reviews and the last two have even described it as 'perfect'. We will, of course, put your comments to the housekeeper and look into the maintenance issues.

6 APRIL 2018

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.

5 MARCH 2018

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

22 FEBRUARY 2018

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.

5 JANUARY 2018

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.

5 JANUARY 2018

What a great review for Hope Cottage. Thank you. I am delighted that you had such a lovely Christmas in Naunton.

20 NOVEMBER 2017

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

13 NOVEMBER 2017

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

7 NOVEMBER 2017

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

8 NOVEMBER 2017

Thank you for your review. We do not actually advertise the rooms in the loft space as we agree that the access is not suitable for our guests - hence it is on our website and in our brochure as a one bedroom property.

16 SEPTEMBER 2017

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

4 SEPTEMBER 2017

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

15 AUGUST 2017

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.

16 AUGUST 2017

Thank you for your lovely feedback for Hope Cottage.

12 JULY 2017

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.

28 JUNE 2017

Great cottage - shame about the damp

24 APRIL 2017

Thank you for your review of Hope Cottage. The comment regarding damp has been investigated and the owners have been advised that there is not an issue with damp at the cottage. It is possible that, on this occasion, some of the logs for the fire may have been stored without being fully dried out and this may have been the reason for the reference to damp.

11 JUNE 2017

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

24 MARCH 2017

Excellent

13 MARCH 2017

The cottage was spotless and really felt like a home from home. Everything was thought of and the hamper was a lovely addition and made us feel really welcome. The cottage is in a rural location and the local pub is literally a 2 minute walk away. The staff there made us very welcome and we had a lovely meal. It's a great location for the local areas of Bourton and Stow, and not far from the larger towns. We had a lovely break.

13 FEBRUARY 2017

Excellent. Everything we could have wanted

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This fine Cotswold stone property lies in the picturesque village of Naunton, which is situated alongside the River Windrush in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The cottage has been refurbished to modern standards, but retains many character features.

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Inglenook Cottage Broad Campden, Gloucestershire

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33 guests have reviewed Inglenook Cottage

24 JULY 2018

Inglenook Cottage I beautiful. It was fabulously clean and very comfortable and homely. We loved the courtyard garden though most of the time we was there it was too hot to sit out (not a complaint but could use a larger parasol). The hamper of local produce was great as was the flowers and wine. Thank you

28 JUNE 2018

This was the perfect romantic get away for the two of us, two weeks into our relationship and our first weekend away. Plenty of wood for cosy night guys by the fire and a good pub nearby for sustenance. A good, proper and true British cottage that hasn’t been over modernised. Perfect!

19 JUNE 2018

This was a very nicely appointed cottage and we especially appreciated the basket of goodies left for us. The bedroom would definitely benefit from a room fan as is very still and can be stuffy with only one tiny window for ventilation and the duvet was 3 inches thick!

11 MAY 2018

We could not have enjoyed our stay here more. A beautiful, cosy cottage and the ideal location from which to enjoy the area. A real treat to call the cottage our own for a few days, thank you.

26 MARCH 2018

Beautiful cottage, lovely location, great fire!
Welcome hamper was perfect - provided us with most of what we needed.

Will definitely be back.

25 MARCH 2018

Parking was a bit of an issue as there was no parking outside the cottage which was on a bend on what was a busier road than you might expect. Lack of parking needs to be made clearer on the cottage info page. Messy view from small sitting room window as garden materials stored there and dirt and leaves piled up. Just needed a good sweep and tidy.

The washbasin in the bathroom was blocked and we felt the bathroom needed updating.

The rest of the cottage was very good, clean and well equipped and very charming. Excellent location. Good pub food in the villlage within walking distance. Nice courtyard garden. Excellent welcome pack and fresh flowers which was really good.

16 MARCH 2018

Whilst the cottage was generally lovely and in a great location the bathroom is wholly inadequate. The flush on the toilet is intermittent, the water did not drain from the washbasin and the shower over a narrow bath was difficult to use. This is not a cheap cottage therefore the bathroom standard needs to be better. We would not book this cottage again because of this.

5 JANUARY 2018

Perfect in every way. Beautiful, well equipped cottage in a pretty little village 1 mile from Chippen Campden. Fab pub just up the road. The welcome pack for Christmas was fantastic as was the service from the agents. Love it and will be back. Thank you.

4 OCTOBER 2017

Great stay - beautiful thatched cottage - spotlessly clean on arrival - lots of logs to use - was extremely impressed by the welcome pack - bed was so comfy - best nights sleep we have had in a long time !! Local pub, Bakers Arms was a traditional Cotswolds pub - good food and ales - lucky enough to be there during a folk music session on the Sunday night - fantastic atmosphere - We were very sorry to leave !! Will def book Rural Retreats again and hopefully Inglenook

5 OCTOBER 2017

Thank you for your wonderful feedback for Inglenook Cottage. We are delighted that you had such a great time.

27 SEPTEMBER 2017

A very nice quaint cottage that dates back over 300 years, which shows in the height of the ceilings and challenging stairs. Lovely typical small Cotswold village location with decent traditional, dog friendly, pub five minutes walk away. Well located for access to North Cotswolds attractions and walking areas. Chipping Camden is a very short drive away (walkable) where you can get all you need. Adequately equipped to cater for two. Note that there is no access to the back garden other than through the cottage. Not much of a problem in good weather but may present issues if needing to get a muddy dog through!

5 OCTOBER 2017

Thank you for your lovely comprehensive feedback for Inglenook Cottage.

25 SEPTEMBER 2017

Whilst the cottage was steeped in history unfortunately the "quirkiness" became tiresome and uncomfortable quickly.The standard of upkeep left a lot to be desired e.g. lounge carpet was filthy; the small ring on the cooker hob did not work; the smoke alarm battery needed replacing and no appropriate battery was in the cottage. The bath was too high to comfortably step in and out of to shower.
Having said all that the hamper was excellent

5 OCTOBER 2017

I am so sorry that you werent entirely happy with Inglenook Cottage. The cottage usually has excellent comments about its cleanliness and we will certainly look into the issues that you mention.

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5 JUNE 2017

Excellent location enjoyed the latest cal pub immensely

17 MAY 2017

Inglenook cottage is the most beautiful place we have ever stayed in. We fell in love with it the minute we walked through the door. It was so quaint. full of character and so romantic in the loveliest little village. Words cannot describe how beautiful this cottage is. Attention to detail was second to none. The hamper of food and wine was such a beautiful touch. It is the most relaxing luxurious little cottage. Just love it! Will be going back again and again if we can!

2 MARCH 2017

The Cottage was spotlessly clean and very comfortable. It had everything you would need if you wanted to cook all your meals. The hamper which was provided was wonderful. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Just mind the low door frames.

21 FEBRUARY 2017

Clean, tidy & very inviting

30 JANUARY 2017

The cottage was great, it was very clean and had everything we needed. We also thought the welcome hamper was really good and far better than we were expecting. I also liked that I received a call on Saturday to check everything was ok. We have booked 2 weeks in August in one of the Trevose lighthouse cottages and really looking forward to it!

9 JANUARY 2017

Excellent accommodation. Welcome basket and the fresh milk/cheeses was a great touch. We're already looking into our next stay.

30 DECEMBER 2016

We loved the cottage - it was a lovely pre Christmas break, and the Christmas tree was a nice surprise. Thank you

19 DECEMBER 2016

Very good

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This 300 year old Grade II listed Cotswold stone thatched cottage in Broad Campden is a former smithy. It is bursting with character and its original features include a large inglenook fireplace, exposed beams and a stone staircase.

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Little Owls Barn Preston Wynne, Herefordshire

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Little Owls Barn is a cosy barn conversion nestled among apple and pear orchards in the heart of beautiful Herefordshire countryside. This delightful cottage is the perfect base from which to explore all this fascinating county has to offer.

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Miller's Loft Erpingham, Norfolk

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33 guests have reviewed Miller's Loft

10 AUGUST 2018

We had a fantastic stay at Miller's Loft and really appreciate the owners accommodating us at such short notice. The hamper provided was thoughtful, we particularly enjoyed the eggs from their chickens and the homemade marmalade. The flowers were also a lovely addition. The en-suite was well appointed although very small, which was fine for us but should be noted in the main information as it could be an issue for larger individuals.

10 AUGUST 2018

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback for Miller's Loft. I am so pleased that you had a great stay.

20 JULY 2018

the loft was very comfortable with everything provided. The cooker was especially good from one who is used to gas.

The holiday was made even better by the owner family, lovely chats, and enjoyed watching the cows and chickens.

Just the peace and quiet we needed to rejuvinate ourselves.

7 JUNE 2018

Amazing! Such a relaxing holiday!
Peace and quiet is just what I needed
The loft was super clean had everything you needed to cook and clean

21 MAY 2018

A gorgeous place to stay! Beautiful location and excellent hosts, fresh eggs from their chickens and a scrumptious welcome basket. The cottage was spotless with everything you could need for an extremely comfortable visit - 5 stars from us!!

21 MAY 2018

Wow. Thank you so much for your lovely review for Miller's Loft..

27 FEBRUARY 2018

Very pleasant accommodation. Clean, well thought out space with a great view. managed to use the balcony even though it was winter.
WiFi was a problem OK on Kindle but not laptop.
Television didn't work.

1 MARCH 2018

Thank you for your kind comments about Miller's Loft. I have been in touch with the owner who has confirmed to me that the TV does work – apparently there was an issue as it was left on standby but this has been rectified. Also the WiFi is working. It may possibly have been a problem with the laptop?

23 JANUARY 2018

Such a lovely place. Great attention to detail would highly recommend

17 OCTOBER 2017

I asked for a particular item in the welcome hamper and even though they didn't know it, they went out of their way to get it for me. Brilliant service! Everything was very clean and lovely.

6 OCTOBER 2017

Immaculately clean (and I'm fussy about that sort of thing!), lovely cosy furnishings and well equipped. The veranda is a fantastic space to sit on and soak up the peace and quiet.
I loved the shower room; small, but well designed. Piping hot water and good shower pressure. Kitchen had all necessary cleaning items and oven was good quality.
Great easy cycling in the area and secure storage in a separate building. Owners were helpful and respected my privacy - the property does not overlook other accommodation. I loved it and have already recommended to others!
Only suggestion I would make is to consider changing the zip and link bed to a 'whole' king size bed.
Great place for a couple or singleton to recharge the batteries.

6 OCTOBER 2017

What wonderful comprehensive feedback for Miller's Loft. I am delighted that you enjoyed your stay at our little gem.

3 AUGUST 2017

+ Peaceful. Comfortable bed. Good shower. Nice balcony.

- Sink/toilet area far too small. Very little space to unpack clothes.

3 AUGUST 2017

Thank you for your feedback and good positive points about Miller's Loft. We are sorry that you found aspects of the property too small for you.

11 JULY 2017

Very good accommodation and reception. Very pleasant surroundings.

23 MAY 2017

Total relaxation, with all on hand for a special break for two.

17 MAY 2017

This was our second visit to Millers Loft and it won't be our last.
The accomadation is amazing.
The location is great. The views from Millers Loft are fab.
We love it. It's a great place to relax, rewind and chill out

13 FEBRUARY 2017

So so so so good. Really exactly what we needed!

5 NOVEMBER 2016

Very clean, well managed and also friendly owner

1 NOVEMBER 2016

Just to mention a small thing which would have been useful to have - a map of the local area around Miller's Loft. There were a couple of maps in the flat but neither included the immediate area. Many thanks.

2 AUGUST 2017

From the owner ~ We are sorry that the map could not be found as one had been provided. We have now replaced this. Thank you again for your stay.

1 NOVEMBER 2016

Could not fault anything ..........We will definitely be returning to Miler Loft.

5 OCTOBER 2016

The loft is a perfect home from home retreat with all the facilities that you could wish for. The accommodation is finished to a high standard.

21 SEPTEMBER 2016

The property would benefit from a telephone line for emergency purposes, given the lack of mobile coverage. We both have elderly parents and they would have no way of getting hold of us in a crisis. Also, whilst it was nice to be visited by the hens, a gate at the bottom of the stairs would help as the stairs, external platform and furniture all ended up covered in hen poo. The stairs also need urgent attention as they are very slippery in wet weather, and, as we found, dangerous when loading/unloading in the wet.

2 AUGUST 2017

From the owner ~ The property is in an area with variable mobile reception. A land line for emergency purposes is available on request as well there being as a public phone about 500 yards down the road. We are glad you enjoyed meeting our hens which are very popular with all our guests. A gate has now been installed to keep them at bay! The stairs have also been re-treaded to improve grip, but we'd always recommend guests take care when the steps are wet.

26 AUGUST 2016

This was a wonderfully appointed loft conversion, the Family were incredibly welcoming. We would strongly recommend this as a retreat.

22 AUGUST 2016

Great location

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This romantic retreat for two offers stunning views of unspoilt countryside with frequent sightings of the resident barn owl and deer. Situated in the village of Erpingham near the Weaver's Way footpath, it is ideal for relaxing and exploring.

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Old Bothy Halford, Cotswolds

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43 guests have reviewed Old Bothy

13 AUGUST 2018

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

4 AUGUST 2018

Very compact and clean good hamper on arrival.

25 JUNE 2018

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

13 JUNE 2018

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.

2 MAY 2018

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.

19 FEBRUARY 2018

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.

11 JANUARY 2018

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.

13 NOVEMBER 2017

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.

10 NOVEMBER 2017

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.

10 NOVEMBER 2017

Thank you for your lovely review of The Old Bothy and our service.

9 AUGUST 2017

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

25 JULY 2017

Lovely cottage, ideally situated

17 JULY 2017

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

13 JUNE 2017

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.

15 JUNE 2017

I am very glad that you were comfortable at The Old Bothy and thank you for bringing the need for more crockery to our attention.

18 APRIL 2017

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.

27 APRIL 2017

I am sorry that our location map for the cottage wasn't accurate. Thankyou for bringing this matter to our attention. As a result we have adjusted the map settings. We describe the Bothy on our web page as a "compact single storey stone cottage" and I feel that the photographs on our website also show the cottage layout and scale realistically.
I am glad that overall you enjoyed your stay in Halford.

31 MARCH 2017

Superb hamper and delightful hideaway

24 FEBRUARY 2017

Fantastic

13 FEBRUARY 2017

The property was great, in a fabulous location. The hamper was excellent.

17 JANUARY 2017

We love visiting this cottage it is small but perfectly formed in a beautiful setting.

5 DECEMBER 2016

The Old Bothy is an amazing holiday cottage. I loved the stone walls and the interior decor. The electric fire is a cosy touch to the living room. Everything about the Old Bothy is beautifully presented, clean and all the amenities you might need in order to spend a relaxing holiday are provided. The hamper was very thoughtfully put together with local produce that tasted exquisite and was a welcome sight after travelling all day, with the table laid ready for you on arrival.

Thank you for a lovely weekend when I was really in need of a break.

7 NOVEMBER 2016

Lovely cottage, clean and in a very nice little village however it was a little to small, the pictures on the website made the property look bigger

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This detached cottage in the grounds of a 17th century Grade II listed house is furnished to a high standard. It is located in the peaceful village of Halford, which contains many historic buildings and a beautiful Saxon Church.

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Rectory Cottage Tinwell, Near Stamford, Cambridgeshire

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Rectory Cottage, Cambridgeshire, England

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This exquisitely designed luxury 18^th century cottage in Tinwell is a dreamy abode for couples looking for a romantic break. Nearby Stamford boasts many chic boutiques, eateries and alehouses, while Rutland Water is just ten minutes' drive away.

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Rose Cottage (Cotswolds) Ebrington, Gloucestershire

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Rose Cottage (Cotswolds), Gloucestershire, England

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29 guests have reviewed Rose Cottage (Cotswolds)

8 AUGUST 2018

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

4 AUGUST 2018

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

30 JULY 2018

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!

19 JULY 2018

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

2 JULY 2018

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.

5 JUNE 2018

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

21 MAY 2018

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

19 APRIL 2018

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.

23 MARCH 2018

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.

19 FEBRUARY 2018

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

13 JANUARY 2018

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

29 JUNE 2017

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

17 MAY 2017

Cosy, well excepted and a perfect location.

12 DECEMBER 2016

Beautifully clean and well equipped cottage - perfect.

23 NOVEMBER 2016

Excellent housekeeping and overall management.

14 NOVEMBER 2016

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.

28 OCTOBER 2016

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!

18 OCTOBER 2016

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!

23 SEPTEMBER 2016

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.

19 SEPTEMBER 2016

We felt cottage was a bit small but perhaps that was a personal thing. Welcome hamper was nice although we would have appreciated some additional cereal (only two small boxes available) and perhaps a smaller cake ie. a loaf cake; the Victoria sponge was very nice (we actually took it home with us) but it was a bit large for two people! Cottage was clean and tidy and all-in-all a good base for visiting the local tourist areas.

Many thanks

Sue & Arthur Larry

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This Grade II listed, 18th century, thatched, Cotswold stone cottage has been stylishly refurbished and benefits from an open fire and enclosed cottage style garden. Situated in Ebrington, one of the most exquisite villages in the North Cotswolds and home to CAMRA's Pub of the year the Ebrington Arms. The property is ideally situated with Chipping Campden (3 miles), Broadway (8 miles) and Stratford-upon-Avon (13 miles) all within easy reach.

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Sakers Cottage Seal, Nr Sevenoaks, Kent

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26 guests have reviewed Sakers Cottage

24 JULY 2018

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

9 JULY 2018

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 .

20 JUNE 2018

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

8 FEBRUARY 2018

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

19 JANUARY 2018

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.

23 JANUARY 2018

Thank you for your comments about lovely Sakers Cottage. I am very pleased that you liked the decor and the equipment and I will pass on your comments about the cold air.

13 OCTOBER 2017

While everything was perfect! No remarks at all!

18 SEPTEMBER 2017

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.

31 JULY 2017

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

17 JULY 2017

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

7 JULY 2017

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.

12 JULY 2017

We are delighted that you had a great holiday. Thank you for your lovely comments about Sakers Cottage and of course the delicious cake that our guests there always enjoy.

26 JUNE 2017

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.

27 JUNE 2017

Thank you for your review of Sakers Cottage. We are pleased that you thought the cottage lovely and the hamper generous. On the website it says 'In order to benefit from the stunning floor to ceiling window there are no curtains, however eye masks are provided to ensure a good nights sleep during the summer months'. Up until now this has just been under the picture of the bedroom but we have now put it as an added note.

26 JUNE 2017

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.

28 JUNE 2017

What lovely feedback, thank you so much.

19 MAY 2017

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.

10 APRIL 2017

Highly recommended cottage.

9 FEBRUARY 2017

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

12 JANUARY 2017

A lovely cottage and decorated beautifully particularly for Christmas. So many lovely little treats which really make such a difference, small box of chocs, delicious carrot cake, magazines including Christmas TV magazine, Prosecco, and so much more. The cottage is immaculate and so cosy and warm. It's in an ideal spot so that you can long walks but feel cut off from the world which was just what we needed.

5 DECEMBER 2016

Beautiful property with a quality decoration & furnishings. Small and cosy but still modern and airy. Clean throughout with everything in good working order. Well equipped, particularly the kitchen. Fantastic welcome hamper including local food & handy local newspaper.

1 NOVEMBER 2016

This Alice in Wonderland cottage is very well equipped to a high spec and in a stunning location with lovely walks from the doorstep. The hamper was a special treat. So many beautifully presented home-made goodies. It was a refreshing change and reminded us of the good old days of RR hampers before they became the rather cursory offerings found in many RR properties.

Whilst it would clearly be difficult to fit it in and was entirely obvious from the property details that there wasn't one, a washer/dryer (or access to one) would be so useful, especially because of the outdoorsy nature of the activities available. The lack of such facilities means we (and we suspect others), would be reluctant to book the property for more than 2 or 3 days, which is a shame as we would love to stay for longer.

30 SEPTEMBER 2016

Delightful, thoughtful.

21 SEPTEMBER 2016

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Sakers Cottage nestles within the last remaining Apple and Pear orchards of the area. It has a completely self contained and very private garden. Enjoy long summer days sitting in the shade of the old tree and enjoy the fragrant scent and colours of the summer flowers planted in borders and pots on the paved terrace. During cold winter days, stay cosy and warm inside and admire the ever changing view over open fields from the panorama window upstairs in the cottage. You may even catch a glimpse of one of our rare breed pigs in a far paddock!

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Spring Cottage (Gloucestershire) Painswick, Gloucestershire

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18 guests have reviewed Spring Cottage (Gloucestershire)

6 AUGUST 2018

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.

7 AUGUST 2018

What a wonderful review for Spring Cottage. Thank you so much.

6 JULY 2018

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

30 MARCH 2018

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

22 MARCH 2018

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

9 MARCH 2018

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.

5 MARCH 2018

这次英国行里最完美的住宿体验，温暖的小屋。如果以后还来乡村，还会选择住这里。

5 MARCH 2018

非常感谢你，我很高兴你喜欢你的住宿。

26 NOVEMBER 2017

A really lovely cottage. Would return without hesitation

8 NOVEMBER 2017

A very well appointed cottage in a good location.

11 JULY 2017

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.

11 JULY 2017

Thank you for your lovely comments about Spring Cottage. Sorry about the washing machine - it is a small kitchen but I can appreciate in your particular circumstances that you would have wanted one. We have now highlighted on our website that there is no washing machine at the property and I have passed on your comments to the owner about the Nespresso capsules.

19 JUNE 2017

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

19 JUNE 2017

Spring Cottage is a lovely property and, as said on the website, it doesn't have its own parking. A car park is accessed through the historic churchyard.

13 JUNE 2017

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

1 JUNE 2017

Stylish and beautiful decorated everything you could ever need supplied.

17 MAY 2017

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

26 JANUARY 2017

Spring cottage was immaculate. There was nothing that could have been better. A query involving the heating was dealt with very quickly.

9 JANUARY 2017

The cottage was clean, well furnished and comfortable. The bathrooms were particularly good. The location is excellent and cottage equipment was spot on. Our dealings with the owner were good, she could not have been more helpful. Perhaps just me but I did struggle to open the key box, but a minor issue.

5 DECEMBER 2016

Would have been good if the garden was enclosed for the dog but other than that the property is exceptional. Looks like it has been recently refurbished and felt very luxurious. A very nice welcome hamper, very well equipped property and nice towels and bedding. It is in a gorgeous village with two good pubs and lots of great walks from the front door. We would love to return.

14 NOVEMBER 2016

In excellent condition, and in an excellent location.

6 SEPTEMBER 2016

Lovely, clean and well presented. Very helpful housekeeper who sent us very nice welcome and goodbye texts.

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Spring Cottage is an idyllic, cosy, self-catering holiday cottage for two guests, situated in the heart of Painswick just a stone's throw from St Mary's Church yet secretly tucked away in a peaceful, private spot. This luxury cottage has recently been refurbished and faces south with wonderful views. Modern and stylish yet with traditional charm, it is the perfect rural retreat being within close walking distance of several excellent restaurants and breath-taking Cotswold countryside.

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The Cider Mill Great Catley, Bosbury, Ledbury, Herefordshire

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21 guests have reviewed The Cider Mill

5 JUNE 2018

Wonderful peaceful location. Harold is a great host. The cottage is very comfortable and relaxing. My only negative is that I think the rental is too high for a 2 person cottage.

8 JANUARY 2018

A delighful place in all ways. Clean, warm and all the facilities you would ever require.

9 OCTOBER 2017

Great characterful property. V safe for dogs. Owner v friendly and obliging. Excellently equipped property.

25 SEPTEMBER 2017

We spent a lovely, relaxing week here.The Cider Mill is cosy, comfortable and equipped with everything you might need. The underfloor heating is great. The location, surrounded by orchards, is lovely and peaceful but within easy reach of many places of interest. Harold was very hospitable and provided a good welcome hamper (and tasty homemade apple cake).

11 AUGUST 2017

Great location and cottage is lovely

25 JULY 2017

Great location and a beautiful converted Cider Mill. Owner friendly and helpful. Highly recommended

11 JULY 2017

The Cider Mill is a perfect location for peace and tranquillity. The surrounding orchards and countryside are beautiful with local pubs nearby.

5 JULY 2017

Very pleasant owner and an excellent hamper.

5 JUNE 2017

Harold is very friendly and knowledgable about the area made us feel very welcome. The property is quaint in a lovely location and people are very friendly in the area.
The bed was unfortunately so uncomfortable as it is so hard it must be an orthopaedic mattress it would really benefit from a luxury mattress topper that is extremely soft. Thankfully we slept on top of the duvet and used the blanket to keep us warm but lack of sleep rather spoilt the weekend. Also this property is marked as ground floor it really should say its a ground floor maisonette and that there is potentially people above. We would not have booked this property if we'd known we'd be below another property. Could do with some kitchen cloths to wipe surfaces as we only had a tired and rather dirty looking sponge. Hamper was not as well stocked as we have experienced elsewhere.

10 OCTOBER 2017

We're sorry you found the mattress uncomfortable. It is a relatively recent purchase and was sourced from a quality supplier. Beds are a tricky area as we all have different comfort requirements. As described on our website, The Cider Mill is all ground floor accommodation, with The Hop Kiln occupying the first floor of the same mill conversion. Both properties have their own access, gardens and seating areas. (These properties are booked separately).

27 JANUARY 2017

Harold was very welcoming and we found the Cider Mill warm and comfortable. We hope to return once the weather is better. A chopping board in the kitchen would be a useful addition.

9 JANUARY 2017

Superb. We'd love to live there !

28 NOVEMBER 2016

The cottage was spotless when we arrived and the standard of the food in the welcome pack was first class. We had everything we needed throughout our stay and found it to be an excellent base to explore Herefordshire and the surrounding counties

19 OCTOBER 2016

Very nice location and comfortable cosy accommodation. Underfloor heating was a bonus!

22 JULY 2016

Very good.

20 JUNE 2016

We have given this "cottage" a poor rating as we feel we were misled. The Cider Mill is in fact a downstairs flat. We were disappointed to find this out after four days when upstairs became occupied and we were subjected to a lot of noise of footsteps across the ceiling and we could hear their television above ours. This spoilt what would have been a lovely place. Also, the photograph on your website of the outside of the building is NOT that of the actual property.

12 JUNE 2017

The Cider Mill is one part of a 16th Century hop farm mill conversion. It is all ground floor accommodation, as detailed in our brochure, with its own access, garden and patio area. The Hop Kiln is the top floor of the same mill conversion, this property also has it's own access, garden and seating area. These properties are booked separately.

17 JUNE 2016

Cottage was clean and nice arrival basket provided. Couch and chair were very comfortable. Bed was so hard, we were unable to sleep on it. Used the couch and chair for the week which were acceptable if not ideal. Bathroom was nice with great shower. Lighting was good in unit.

31 MAY 2016

We loved staying at the cider mill. Everything was as we expected from a rural retreats cottage. This is the third cottage that we have booked through rural retreats and we were not disappointed. Harold was extremely welcoming and we appreciated his friendly, helpful approach.

3 APRIL 2016

Lovely peaceful location and spacious well appointed accommodation.

8 MARCH 2016

The accommodation was excellent- very well set out, well supplied, and exactly what we were looking for. The location was ideal for a quiet, romantic holiday away

1 MARCH 2016

Very nice comfortable cottage

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The ground floor accommodation of a two storey Grade II listed Cider Mill boasting original features of oak beams and exposed brick work with accommodation. The property benefits from a spacious living area, cylindrical double bedroom and a shower room whilst being a mile from the village of Bosbury, 5 miles from Ledbury and 16 miles from Hereford.

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The Cowshed North Wootton, Shepton Mallet, Somerset

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Couples will love the seamless blend of quirky style and top quality interiors at The Cowshed. Situated just 10 minutes from Wells, the rural location is ideal for walks, pub visits, culture and unwinding in a peaceful setting any time of the year.

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The Gardener's Bothy (Shropshire) Weston Park, Weston-Under-Lizard, Nr Shifnal, Shropshire

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The Gardener's Bothy (Shropshire), Shropshire, England

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41 guests have reviewed The Gardener's Bothy (Shropshire)

15 AUGUST 2018

fantastic accommodation, fantastic location , fantastic food,

15 AUGUST 2018

I booked this break as a surprise for my husband to celebrate our 40th wedding anniversary. It was just perfect with the property being well equipped, secluded and the welcome hamper was a very special touch. With soft classical music playing on our arrival; this was just the job and was the perfect romantic break I had hoped it would be. The grounds and surroundings are beautiful though we were blessed with sunny, warm weather. I would definitely recommend this property [and the others looked lovely too] and hope to stay again one day.

12 JULY 2018

Perfect for a relaxing break.

12 JULY 2018

Beautiful accommodation in great location, lovely estate staff, and full marks to the housekeeper as the cottage was absolutely spotless. As others have said, it is just off the A5 but the slight sound of traffic was minimal and in no way intrusive. Meal at the Granary was excellent. The only major drawback was the excessive heat in the lounge/kitchen in the afternoons and evenings - for privacy and for keeping out the sun some curtains/bliinds are sorely in need on the entrance doors (screens are provided but are rather small and don't cover the door area very well). Take a fan (or two) if staying in the summer, especially in the sort of heat we've had recently! Also no DVD player which would be a really great addition and cheap to address.

28 JUNE 2018

If you wish for a peaceful, relaxing break in a beautiful cottage within fabulous grounds, the Gardeners Bothy is ideal. Having access to lovely food on the site is an extra bonus

25 JUNE 2018

Wonderful accommodation and location. Need transport to make the most of it. Gorgeous decor and everything you could need. Had a lovely stay.

16 JUNE 2018

Excellent! Attractive well equipt accommodation, relaxing environment. Super.

7 JUNE 2018

Beautiful cottage in picturesque setting. My mother came with me. While I had a wonderful time at David Poxon's watercolour workshop she enjoyed relaxing at the Bothy and walking the spectacular grounds. She would have happily moved in for good. Thank you.

21 MAY 2018

Wonderful spacious quiet cottage in a lovely location. Brilliant welcome pack of food.
Only 2 comments -
When we arrived virtually every light in the place was on this seemed an extraordinary waste of energy when we're all trying to be as green as possible.
Gates were locked so returning from the Granary at 4.30pm, I couldn't get through the gate in the walled garden to get back to the cottage. Another time having walked around the lake, I had to climb over a high barred gate get to get to the restaurant. Luckily the waiter allowed me through the backdoor after the meal!

21 MAY 2018

Thank you for your review. The lights are left on to provide a nice welcome for our guest's arrival which sometimes is after dark. In the welcome letter, at the property, are the gate codes and I am sorry that you didn't find these.

23 APRIL 2018

Great place to stay, so relaxing with everything you need and a beautiful park to explore. Highly recommend

29 MARCH 2018

Beautiful property, very spacious and comfortable. We had the estate to ourselves for lovely walks. Only minor gripe (mentioned by previous guests) is the very small supply of cutlery & basic crockery. Otherwise very good indeed.

16 FEBRUARY 2018

The cottage is very comfortable and spacious for two people and finished to a very high standard. We really appreciated the woodburner being part of our stay in February, and the unusual furnishings round and about. Having the deli and restaurant on site was an additional bonus, along with the extensive estate grounds.

9 JANUARY 2018

This was our second visit to the Gardener's Bothy and it is still relaxed luxury. It was a great place to welcome in the New year and we loved the Christmas tree and table decoration in the cottage. New Years Eve lunch at the Granary Grill was excellent.

5 JANUARY 2018

We stayed at the Gardener's Bothy over Christmas. The property was as expected from the photo's. The decor was beautiful, there were plenty of logs for the stove and it was great living on one level. We had access to the grounds of Weston Park and as the house and gardens were closed we had the whole estate to ourselves. We ate at the Granary on the first night. We were the on diners, but it was the Thursday before Christmas. The food was ok but nothing special. This property is highly recommended having stayed in 100's of cottages in the past.

13 NOVEMBER 2017

A beautiful cottage in a beautiful location. So relaxing and comfortable

6 NOVEMBER 2017

The best cottage we have stayed in - and there have been many! The Bothy has been beautifully transformed into a fantastically spacious home from home. The furnishings and fittings are high spec, and reflect the original building's purpose. We loved quirky touches such as the metal dining table and the barrel side table. Also the designs on the curtains and blinds, and the standard lamps in the sitting room.
We appreciated the lovely hamper and toiletries, which were a real treat.
The standard of housekeeping was extremely impressive - we are going to return in the new year!

24 OCTOBER 2017

Beautifully decorated and immaculately clean . Everything you could want from a holiday cottage except for a less than generous quantity of china and cutlery.

16 OCTOBER 2017

Clean, well equipped - except no teapot!! Helpful staff

16 OCTOBER 2017

Property was exceptional.

26 SEPTEMBER 2017

The Gardener's Bothy was spotless. Housekeeping should be proud of themselves. If I was to niggle it would be to say that the sheet did not fit the bed very well and it had a hole in it, easy to miss when you are rushing and there is a white mattress protector underneath. We loved the tranquillity of the Bothy, the grounds and the gardens. We have definitely found our bolthole! Highly recommend.

28 SEPTEMBER 2017

Yet another fabulous review for our special property The Gardener's Bothy. Thank you for taking the time to leave your comments.

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This former gardener’s workshop has been refurbished to the highest standards, offering a spacious open plan living space, wood burning stove, hi-spec kitchen and large bedroom with luxurious en-suite bath made for two. Set in the historic Weston Park Estate which offers 1,000 acres of ‘Capability’ Brown with direct access through a secret door to The Granary Grill and Deli.

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The Loft (Oxfordshire) Goring On Thames, Oxfordshire

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The Loft (Oxfordshire), Oxfordshire, England

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14 guests have reviewed The Loft (Oxfordshire)

20 JULY 2018

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.

5 JUNE 2018

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

17 APRIL 2018

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

9 JANUARY 2018

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!

10 JANUARY 2018

Thank you for your excellent comprehensive feedback. We are delighted that you enjoyed your festive stay at The Loft.

19 SEPTEMBER 2017

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.

12 JUNE 2017

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

23 JUNE 2017

What a lovely review thank you so much.

30 MAY 2017

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

17 MAY 2017

Fantastic experience would recommend to all.

3 APRIL 2017

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

12 SEPTEMBER 2016

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.

26 AUGUST 2016

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.

19 AUGUST 2016

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

29 JULY 2016

Excellent condition. Well situated and private

13 MAY 2016

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

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Situated within easy reach of Oxford and within an hour train journey from London Paddington. The Loft is set in beautifully landscaped gardens surrounded by five acres of farmland where the owners maintain free range chickens and a small flock of Welsh halfbred sheep who may wish to say hello to you in the mornings!

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