Guests say
The Retreat offers a peaceful and secluded getaway, perfect for families and those seeking tranquillity. Guests consistently praise the beautiful location, spacious and cosy interiors, and the popular hot tub. The property is well-equipped for relaxation and outdoor enjoyment, with lovely grounds for walks and wildlife spotting. While some minor maintenance and cleaning issues were noted, and the steep driveway can be challenging, the hosts are responsive and helpful. Occasional thoughtful touches, such as a welcome card and wine, have delighted guests, though these are not guaranteed.
Most guests found the property clean and comfortable, but a few mentioned sticky countertops, musty towels, and one instance where cleaning was missed before arrival. These issues were generally addressed promptly by the hosts.
The location is highly praised for its tranquillity, privacy, and beautiful surroundings, with easy access to local attractions and nature. The only drawback mentioned is the steep and uneven driveway.
Guests found the cottage spacious, cosy, and ideal for relaxation, with comfortable sleeping arrangements and peaceful nights. Some noted the lack of an upstairs toilet and steep stairs as minor inconveniences.
The hot tub, outdoor seating, and BBQ area are popular features. Some guests experienced minor maintenance issues, such as a problematic wet room floor, missing kitchen door, and lack of outdoor lighting, but these did not detract significantly from their stay.
Hosts are described as welcoming and responsive, with some guests receiving thoughtful touches like a wedding card and wine. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for all guests.
About this property
Within easy reach of Gloucester and many activities and attractions, The Retreat is a great base from which to enjoy this area.. 2 steps to entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite Wet Room: Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 4: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: (4 Steps), Wet Room, Shower, Toilet.
Gas central heating (underfloor on ground floor), electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available on request. Enclosed garden with sitting-out area, garden furniture and BBQ. Private parking for 4 cars. No smoking. Please note: Sorry, no hen or stag parties. Couples, family bookings and holidaymakers only.. Nestling in the village of Longhope on the edge of the beautiful Forest of Dean, this thoughtfully designed, detached holiday property incorporates characterful features throughout. The living area boasts a feature wood burner and exposed beams. It is ideally situated to enjoy this fantastic area. Activities such as walking, cycling, canoeing and clay pigeon are all available locally. Wonderful walks are also available from the doorstep and guests have unlimited access to the owner’s farm land, with woodland walks and orchards to explore. There are many attractions to visit including Harts Barn Craft Centre and Cookery School which is part of the estate. Why not use the hire chef service and have a gormet meal cooked for you! Go Ape Treetop Adventure, Puzzlewood and a steam railway to name just a few are not far away too. There is a local pub which is within walking distance as well as the local village of Longhope which has a lovely artisan bakery. Ross-on-Wye, Monmouth, Ledbury, Hereford, The Malverns, Gloucester and Cheltenham are all within easy driving distance. Shop ½ mile, pub and restaurant ¼ mile.
Free WiFi
Fireworks/drones are not allowed at this property.
No stag, hen or other party bookings allowed.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Taurus Crafts
Reviews (14)
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Confirmed Guest
Beautiful property in a beautiful setting. We all had a wonderful time away together as a family.We did have a few issues though1) dogs were allowed at the property however on arrival there was a sign saying dogs to be kept on a lead, and were not to be left alone at the property during the day. This made things very difficult during such a hot week when the family wanted to go out, but one had to stay back with the dogs due to the heat. 2) counter tops were all sticky3) Towels had a musty smell as though not been dried properly, so we had to wash them before using. 4) beautiful outdoor area but no lighting for those that wish to stay out late when it gets dark.These points are easily fix such as closed off garden for the dogs?But we do thank you for sharing your holiday home with us, with a bit more TLC it could be even better
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Confirmed Guest
Excellent place to stay 👍
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Hannah
Overall a lovely stay. The real positives were the location, peace and quiet and the wildlife. The local bakery and closeness to Forest of Dean was superb. Also being 30 mins from Cheltenham was amazing as some lovely places to eat. I do think it needs to be made aware about the driveway to the property. There was a big pothole all week (which the weather has obviously washed out) with a cone in which made it more difficult to get up and it was steep. It could have been filled quite easily. Another disappointment was that there were no blinds or curtains on the windows downstairs which we some could find unsettling at nighttime. The kitchen was also missing a door and doors were very uneven and the handless rail system was missing. Would not take a lot to fix. Finally there were no logs which the description said there would be. There was only painted mdf and treated feather edge board which are not really supposed to burn. Regardless thank you for letting us stay here as we massively enjoyed our time.