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Reviews of The Retreat

Ginger Bear Cottage, Harwell. Doncaster. Nottinghamshire. DN10 5BU, Doncaster, DN10 5BU, United Kingdom

#7 of 74 vacation rentals in Doncaster

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Review Score

Based on 40 apartment reviews

9.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.8

  • Comfort

    9.9

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    9.7

  • Staff

    10.0

  • Value for money

    9.8

  • Free Wifi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: May 27, 2024

    9.0
    Lovely relaxing place to stay. Very aptly named! 😊
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Loved the garden room shower is incredible. Bed very comfy

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 5, 2024

    10
    The loveliest of host! Beautiful place.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing!

    Everything! Host was lovely 😄

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 4, 2024

    10
    Very relaxing stay, wonderful hosts. We will be back.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Very comfortable bed. Amazing shower.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 4, 2024

    10
    The host went above and beyond to make my partner feel special for her birthday
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    The property was absolutely beautiful and well presented

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: April 25, 2024

    10
    A very happy experience
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The property was immaculate The owner made me very welcome, he advised about heating & his things work and showed me the secluded garden area.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 17, 2024

    10
    Beth was super friendly and accomodating, great at getting back to messages and really couldn’t do enough to make my sta
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    WiFi was a little in and out but everything else was absolutely perfect.

    It was a beautiful cottage feel, the extra space in the summer house was fantastic, it was so clean and perfectly decorated. The garden is beautiful and the birds singing was a wonderful to listen to with a morning coffee.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 24, 2024

    9.0
    Beautiful well finished room with excellent shower. The retreat is set in a lovely rural setting.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    My only real issue is a personal one but i found the mattress far too soft which might not be an issue for other users.

    The hosts were excellent. Easy to communicate with & really accommodating. The retreat was very well laid out & cosy. Its in a very quiet location.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 20, 2024

    9.0
    A lovely spot to lay your head
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    It is quiet and peaceful, a comfortable bed and hot shower ..

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: January 29, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Absolutely nothing.

    The Retreat is definitely that a beautiful Treat. Exceptional value for money in an absolutely stunning place in the world. So friendly. So beautiful.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 18, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A little bit cramped when it's too cold to use the outside space

    A very nice room with comfortable bed. The outside space would be lovely in summer. Beth was friendly and helpful. Fresh milk in the fridge was much appreciated. Walking distance pubs for meals and cafes for breakfast (but check cafe opening times - too late for early breakfast!)

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: January 6, 2024

    10
    The warmest of welcomes...
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The WiFi was a touch slow, but I suspect that was the rural nature of the area, but I still managed to stream some live TV. it was fine for general work, emails etc.

    Such a warm welcome from Beth, spotlessly clean, and a cosy room. Quiet spot, which suited me well and close to my client for the next day.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: December 21, 2023

    9.0
    Lovely accommodation in a lovely location with a great host.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Very friendly host, accommodation was perfect for our needs, clean, nice facilities and nice coffee.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: September 29, 2023

    10
    Lovely warm welcome, fantastic stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    This is very picky but would prefer slightly larger towels .. but then my husband is 6’ 4 and always moans about towel sizes 😊

    Whilst bijou it was beautifully converted and tastefully furnished.. loved it . A decent shower, comfortable bed (although slatted base so a little noisy when you moved) lovely little outhouse/bar with a comfy sofa and outside seating (although weather not great so didn’t use). Beth was absolutely delightful, friendly and welcoming and went the extra mile (literally) for us, could not have asked for a better host. When visiting friends again in the area, we will definitely be staying here.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 24, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location was excellent, so peaceful. Accommodation was quirky, smart and tidy. Hosts so friendly and accommodating. Couldn't of asked for more.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 17, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very well presented, beautiful little snug. Ideal for what we wanted.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 16, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It is perfect. Especially love the attention to detail, it is a lovely peaceful place to escape to.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 14, 2023

    10
    Perfection
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Simon and Beth were lovely hosts couldnt be more helpful. The whole experience was just lovely a true retreat from a busy life situated in a farming village 5 mins away from bawtry which is great for shopping. We couldn't of asked for better. We will definitely be back x

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 13, 2023

    10
    Very good value for money and good location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very clean, in a lovely quiet village and convenient for A1 (M).

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 3, 2023

    9.0
    Excellent stay with a very welcoming host
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Fabulous host! Excellent facilities.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: August 20, 2023

    10
    Hidden gem for a weekend away
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The only thing that could be improved was the WiFi signal wasn't quite strong enough, however we had good books to keep us amused!

    Arrived to a very warm welcome, it is a lovely place in a great location. Room had everything we could need and the separate lounge area outside was the perfect place to unwind in the evening. Ample parking space

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 19, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Absolute hidden little gem,hosts Simon and Beth couldn't do enough both lovely and welcoming...

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 9, 2023

    10
    Brilliant just Brilliant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The place is beautiful, the garden is incredible everywhere you looked there was something different that caught your eye, the bed was comfortable bathroom was perfect. I would absolutely recommend this place for anyone looking for a night or 2 away from reality. Also the owners were lovely couldn't do enough for us to make our stay as perfect as possible. Thank you so much

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 2, 2023

    8.0
    Simon and Beth were lovely hosts who did the their very best to assist in any way they could - thank you both
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very nicely done with a lot of thought going into providing a nice and comfortable stay.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: July 28, 2023

    10
    Amazing, friendly, chilled, quiet and romantic … Beautiful stay x
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing it was perfect in every way .

    This property is a very high standard and is absolutely stunning and the attention to detail is beautiful . It’s so very quiet, quaint and enchanting. It’s a little hidden haven. It very private and has a separate little bar area with seating that is a lovely touch and also a sitting area on a large private patio area at the rear . It also has two double patio doors that open out from the room onto the patio area . It has everything and more you could want and my partner and i absolutely loved it. There is lots of places to eat near by also pubs, restaurants and little cafes.. The owner was so lovely and welcoming and we felt utterly at peace and chilled from the moment we arrived . Nothing was to much trouble and we felt very at home. I can honestly say it’s one of the best stays we’ve had by far and we regularly take little breaks . Such value money for all you get with this stay. It was so clean and had everything you would require . I can honestly find not one fault . Thank you so much for an amazing stay . And we’ll done for making such a wonderful little haven .

    Stayed in July 2023

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