Guests say
Raynard's Retreat is a well-regarded cottage offering a peaceful and comfortable stay with a hot tub as a highlight. Guests appreciate the cleanliness, the tranquil location, and the cosy atmosphere. While some minor maintenance issues are noted, the overall experience is positive with many guests recommending the property and planning return visits.
The majority of guests found the property very clean, with only a few minor cleanliness issues mentioned. The positive remarks on cleanliness far outweigh the occasional mention of cobwebs and minor concerns.
The location is consistently praised for its tranquillity and beautiful countryside setting, with easy access to local attractions and Leicester. The rural charm and peaceful surroundings contribute to a highly rated location.
Guests frequently describe their stays as comfortable, with special mentions of comfortable beds and a cosy cabin atmosphere. The property is seen as a home away from home, although a few guests noted temperature inconsistencies.
The hot tub is a popular facility, although some guests experienced issues with its temperature. Other facilities generally meet expectations, but there are suggestions for better kitchen equipment and minor repairs.
There is no mention of gifts or special thoughtful touches provided by the host, so it is not possible to assess this category. Therefore, the score is set to null.
About this property
A countryside retreat where you can relax in the hot tub whilst admiring the stunning views.. 2 steps to entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview Smart TV
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Electric radiators, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Lawned garden with patio and garden furniture. Hot tub for 4 (private). Stabling by arrangement with owner. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Springbrook Farm is home to two wooden single-storey detached lodges set in the beautiful Leicestershire countryside. Both feature an open plan living space and two comfortable double bedrooms with views of the rolling hills. Watch the beautiful night sky whilst relaxing in the hot tub, enjoy dining al fresco on a warm evening or simply cosy up in front of the TV or immerse yourself in a good book.
This is the perfect place to relax and unwind for couples, friends and small families. You can even bring your dog or horse as the owner offers stabling, and a paddock is located in front of the lodges. Views of Billesdon Coplow can be seen from the lodges, it is a wooded knoll; a significant landmark in Leicestershire with its distinctive tree line. With plenty of walks from the doorstep you can immerse yourself into country life. However the bustling market towns of Oakham, Uppingham and Market Harborough are within easy reach and boast an array of independent shops, cafés and restaurants. Oadby, home of the fascinating University of Leicester Botanical Gardens, is 10 miles, and close by is Leicester racecourse. The city of Leicester is also under 10 miles where you can enjoy a shopping spree in the city centre high street shops, or the many retail parks. On the outskirts of the city, for space fans, enjoy a trip to the National Space Centre. Rutland water is just over 20 minutes drive and you can enjoy a range of activities from walking, cycling, water sports and bird watching at the two nature reserves. These lodges can be booked together to accommodate up to 8 guests.
Free WiFi
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Nearby points of interest
- National Space Centre
- Kelmarsh Tunnel
- Rutland Water
Reviews (31)
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Confirmed Guest
Me and my 3 girlfriends stayed for a couple of nights away here and it was just what we needed. The owner sally was responsive when needed to contact someone. The only thing i have to really critisize is the cooker. It worked once in the morning with no issues, but when i tried to turn it on again that evening, it just wouldnt come on, we tried for a while to get it working.The beds are very comfortable. Just be wary as it maybe a bit breezy in the lounge area, but the bedrooms can be stifling hot.Would definatley reccomend this place, and would definatley come back.
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Confirmed Guest
The accommodation was well presented, some cobwebs here and there but generally clean. Had some issues accessing the TV (additional instructions would be helpful). Someone came out promptly to resolve the issue and offer some additional guidance. Kitchen generally well equipped but missing a slotted spoon from the range of utensils available.The location was rural but in a lovely setting. Unfortunately (for us), we had some issues with the hot tub and could realistically only use it on day 4 of our four night break as it wasn't heating up. When I reported it on day 3 someone attended promptly but it took over 24 hours to reach a usable temperature (36.5C). This was quite a disappointment for us as we had purposely looked for a break with a hot tub so limited access did affect our enjoyment of this break. My wife also had an issue with the shower as it ran cool during her shower and she had to exit, turn shower off and leave it for ten minutes before resuming.The fridge had a shelf in the door that had been previously damaged with a repair attempted. Unfortunately it wasn't possible to use this as bottles/cartons tended to topple over if placed within it. might be better to remove this altogether.Some other comments:*wasn't immediately clear where to place our rubbish or whether recycling was required/encouraged.*wasn't clear where the glasses had been stored, only discovered this on day 2.*Some additional information on places to visit in the area with recommendations would be useful. Leaflets left under TV were not always current.The comments, whilst appearing critical are intended to be signposts to where improvements can be made. Generally we enjoyed our break but there were opportunities for it to have been enhanced.
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Confirmed Guest
Had a lovely stay. beautifully location great views. Some minor cleanliness issues but nothing that would effect us booking again. The horses were a nice watch. Hot tub was great one if the best we’ve stayed in. We would book again.