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Gardeners Cottage

Gardeners Cottage

4.6
out of 5
Ratings from 59 reviews
93% of guests
recommend
Cleanliness
4.5
Comfort
4.5
Condition
4.2
Location
4.9
Value
4.6
Customer
Service
4.8


Built around 1850, the beautifully restored Gardeners Cottage holiday property was once home to the Head Gardener of the Whittern Estate. Backing onto a lovely and well-protected courtyard, it is historic, stylishly decorated and well proportioned: the ideal holiday cottage for a family or a cosy couple's hideaway . The property sits proudly in large open gardens of its own, next to the kitchen garden with its original eighteenth-century red brick walls.

The family sized accommodation at Gardeners Cottage is very well laid out and all the decor and furniture is designer orientated. The rear entrance meanders through an eclectic courtyard, entering straight into the fully fitted kitchen (off which there is a utility room and a large shower and toilet). The dining room is adjacent to the kitchen and will seat up to 10 around a large vintage table. The sitting room is the other side of the front entrance and porch area and has comfortable sofas, armchairs and a delightful wood-burner.

Upstairs, Bedroom 1 has a kingsize bed and a vanity unit in the room; Bedroom 2 has a double bed with a French style bed and sink, and Bedroom 3 provides twin accommodation. The main family sized bathroom has a large enamel bath, basin and toilet.

a family gathering

Review submitted on Tue, 24 Sep 2024
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We took all the white heron properties for a family wedding nearby and it could not have worked better. There was plenty of space for us all to get together and also space to do our own thing. We had 33 in all and were able to have wonderful meals together in the Colloquy. Mel and Jo were so helpful all along and made everything work like a dream! Cant thank you enough.

Amanda from stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 2 nights in September 2024


Short comfortable stay

Review submitted on Mon, 09 Sep 2024
4.2
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
3.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Almost everything was provided.
Warm and comfortable
However in need of refurbishment upstairs and stairsway
Bathroom needs shower screen upstairs
Downstairs bathroom needs grab rails
Shower mat not provided
Good walks around the cottage
Location good


Guest from stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 3 nights in September 2024


Beautiful cottage

Review submitted on Mon, 02 Sep 2024
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Home from home gorgeous cottage. Lovely relaxing place to stay and great privacy from the gardens. Clean, today and our family who stayed there loved it

Larna from Hereford stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 4 nights in August 2024


Nice place

Review submitted on Sun, 11 Aug 2024
4.8
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Lovely location, beds were comfortable, good shower in the wet room. Everything was clean when we arrived, nice welcome basket.

Guest from Ashford stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 7 nights in August 2024


Lovely cottage

Review submitted on Tue, 16 Jul 2024
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Comfy, characterful cottage with great facilities. We hired it with The Colloquay for a big party which worked well.

Andrew from Llanmdrlais stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 2 nights in July 2024


Perfect stay

Review submitted on Sat, 13 Jul 2024
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Our break to gardeners cottage was brilliant. It was exactly what it said on the tin. Customer service was excellent from Mel who greeted shortly after arrival. No complaints, was just what we were looking for.

Bethany from South Yorkshire stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 3 nights in July 2024


Excellent

Review submitted on Wed, 10 Jul 2024
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A really great place to stay, we had the whole property for a family reunion. Mel and the team were super helpful
Thanks


Roy from stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 3 nights in July 2024


Beautiful but underequipped

Review submitted on Thu, 11 Apr 2024
3.2
out of 5

Guest doesn't recommend this property
Cleanliness
2.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
2.0
Location
5.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
4.0
The location was beautiful and easy to find. However we found that the house was very under-equipped, especially for 6 guests. The kitchen in particular lacked enough pots/pans, trays. Catering for 6 was difficult. There were 6 dining chairs but two of them were folding garden chairs. We didn’t have any garden furniture outside (despite the photos). NB in wet weather the wooden decking in the garden is very slippery and dangerous. The house appeared clean enough, but it was very damp inside and all the bedding felt damp to the touch. Otherwise, there was plenty of parking (we had 3 cars), the garden was beautiful, we had plenty of firewood and the woodburner was very efficient.

Guest from Kent stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 3 nights in March 2024


Wonderful 30th Birthday

Review submitted on Mon, 05 Feb 2024
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Myself and 39 friends stayed in the Colloquy and surrounding houses for my 30th Birthday.

Mel and her team did everything possible to make sure that our stay was as wonderful as possible. It was amazing to find a property where we could all fit in one space and have dinner each evening over the three nights we were there.

There is so much space, with every amenity you can think of and the rooms are all beautiful. The grounds are even more stunning and it is the perfect place to hold a big celebration.

Thank you so much for having us - we can't recommend this place more!


Bruno from Cardiff stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 3 nights in January 2024


Lovely property

Review submitted on Fri, 05 Jan 2024
4.7
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Highly recommend, we had a lovely week away. Great walks and very welcoming. Suitable for families.

Rebecca from Halstead stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 7 nights in December 2023


Character comfort and a perfect pool in glorious countryside.

Review submitted on Wed, 11 Oct 2023
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Gardeners Cottage is a jewel. The pool is the icing on the cake, we had a perfect stay. Made to feel so welcome with our goodies hamper, comfy beds and log fire. Beautiful walks on the doorstep and a stunning garden to visit, Hergest Croft was lovely. Mel was extremely kind and helpful, thank you Mel we will be back.

Mary from stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 2 nights in October 2023


Wonderful location

Review submitted on Sat, 15 Jul 2023
4.7
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a wonderful time the pool was warm good internet great walks with the dog very quiet very large garden comfortable beds nice white bed linen will be back next year thank you

Beverley from Great Yarmouth stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 7 nights in June 2023


Just great

Review submitted on Tue, 11 Jul 2023
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Such a lovely place in a great setting, we had all the properties for a long weekend and the whole family thoroughly enjoyed it. Mel and the team couldn't have been more helpful.
Many thanks
The Davies family


Roy from Rhayader stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 3 nights in July 2023


Gardener's Cottage

Review submitted on Mon, 24 Apr 2023
3.0
out of 5

Guest doesn't recommend this property
Cleanliness
3.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
3.0
Location
4.0
Value
2.0
Customer
Service
3.0
Disappointing. The Cottage felt shabby and in need of some redecoration and refurbishment internally

Guest from Wadhurst stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 7 nights in April 2023


It was ok but the property is very tired and not very well maintained

Review submitted on Wed, 28 Dec 2022
2.7
out of 5

Guest doesn't recommend this property
Cleanliness
3.0
Comfort
2.0
Condition
2.0
Location
3.0
Value
2.0
Customer
Service
4.0
There are things which need sorting. There is a trip hazard out of the kitchen where there is a gap, the decking is lethal and extremely slippery with a couple of us having very near misses with slipping over. The bins weren’t emptied as stated in the brochure there were no salt pepper oil etc and only 1 toilet roll per toilet. The sofas were extremely uncomfortable and not suitable for 6. There is a strong aroma of gas in the local area too. There was however a lovely hamper of local produce which was really appreciated. I wouldn’t return.

Caroline from Dorset stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 5 nights in December 2022


Gardeners

Review submitted on Mon, 28 Nov 2022
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
My sisters and families stayed at Gardeners and were very positive about their stay - all very good
Thanks
Eleri


Eleri from Sheffield stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 3 nights in November 2022


Gardeners cottage

Review submitted on Sat, 15 Oct 2022
4.8
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
The house is really lovely especally with dogs. The location is great for walks. We would always visit again.

Sarah from stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 14 nights in September 2022


Great week in comfortable cottage

Review submitted on Sat, 10 Sep 2022
4.7
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Fabulous place to stay for countryside lovers and those who enjoy peaceful surroundings. Gardeners cottage is set in beautiful grounds with walks accessible from the doorstep. The pool is an added bonus and our grandchildren really loved being able to swim every day. The cottage itself is comfortable and quite well equipped although take your own large dishes/oven trays if you like to cook your own food. The property manager and owner are available but not intrusive ensuring that there is a point of contact for any emergencies or problems. We would book again.

Ann from stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 7 nights in August 2022


Peaceful and tranquil

Review submitted on Sat, 23 Jul 2022
4.5
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Although a little tired, every other aspect made for a perfect stay, the setting is idyllic. Charlotte and her team were excellent

Graham from stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 7 nights in July 2022


Lovely house - short on a few bits

Review submitted on Mon, 11 Jul 2022
3.8
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
4.0
Location
4.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
4.0
Lovely house and grounds. A bit sparse in the kitchen, no cafetiere or other means of making a proper coffee, no grill pan for the grill in the oven.
No cooking basics such as salt - not necessarily a criticism, just saying so people are aware to bring absolutely everything they need!


Michael from stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 2 nights in July 2022


Hen weekend

Review submitted on Mon, 07 Mar 2022
4.3
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
4.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Booked as part of a wider hen weekend.

We enjoyed the stay and made the most of the beautiful location


Anna from Somerset stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 2 nights in March 2022


Beautiful location and immaculate gardens

Review submitted on Tue, 26 Oct 2021
4.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
3.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We regularly stay at this cottage as we can take our dogs, it is comfortable and is in a perfect location for our needs. The guest services are excellent and the property is usually very clean. On this last visit we noticed the cottage was looking tired. We had to Hoover a huge collection of dead flies when we first arrived which was off putting. We then noticed some touch up painting had been badly done in the lounge and dining room and the mattresses on the two doubles were most uncomfortable. The kitchen was lacking a casserole dish big enough to cater for six people, there were no plastic bowls for preparation and no plastic chopping board for cutting meat. There were not enough dishwasher tablets for one week and we had to buy more toilet rolls. This last visit was a little disappointing but we have listed our concerns on this review as we are confident the owners will rectify what we have mentioned and will be mortified that we did not have a first class stay. We will book again as the issues mentioned did not deter us from enjoying our stay overall.

Rosalind from Rochester stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 7 nights in October 2021


Big family weekend.

Review submitted on Wed, 08 Sep 2021
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Colloquy. The bedrooms were impressive and spacious, as well as the living areas, and the extra amenities were fantastic. Fortunately, we experienced some sunny, warm weather whilst there, and we made good use of the garden, swimming pool, hot tub, table tennis, and even the squash court. All this was enjoyed amongst the lovely rolling Herefordshire countryside. Will definitely recommend.

Mair from Cheshire stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 3 nights in August 2021


Summer holidays

Review submitted on Sat, 28 Aug 2021
4.7
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Great property, great location. Good base for exploring the region and equally good for staying in and relaxing.

Clare from Derby, stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 7 nights in August 2021


A relaxing break away in a beautiful setting

Review submitted on Sun, 08 Aug 2021
4.5
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a lovely break in this beautiful part of Herefordshire. Natasha was very helpful when making the booking and the joining instructions were very helpful. Gardeners Cottage has a lovely, secluded setting in extensive, manicured gardens and the patio was just the place for a lazy barbecue. We used the pool each morning which was warm and just the right length for some gentle exercise. The interior is described as shabby chic which is pretty accurate and, although the interior is a little tired, it represented good value for money. Next door is The Forge where our extended family stayed which, for the same price, was much more modern but smaller. Being able to take our cockapoo with us to Gardeners was a real benefit. The Stagg Inn nearby is a great bonus and there's a good size Co-op is Kington or Hay is only a short drive away.

Vicky from Cardiff stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 6 nights in July 2021


Brilliant place to stay

Review submitted on Sun, 25 Jul 2021
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Brilliant place to stay, warmly recommended, gardens lovely and the sun always shines at White Heron properties!

Guest from Caversham stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 7 nights in July 2021


Lovely cottage in the countryside.

Review submitted on Mon, 28 Jun 2021
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a amazing weekend at the Gardener's cottage. We very much enjoyed swimming in the morning, followed by eating our breakfast in the garden. Great walks from the property, along Offa's dyke path and over Hergest Ridge The cottage was extremely comfortable and had everything we needed in the kitchen for cooking. Thank you very much for the welcome box and essentials in the fridge, that was a lovely touch and it was enjoyed by all. The garden is beautiful!!!

Frances from Bristol stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 3 nights in June 2021


Beautiful

Review submitted on Wed, 09 Jun 2021
4.8
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
What a special place to stay. The location and grounds are the star but the house is also charming and spacious. We absolutely loved the beautiful gardens and the (warm!) swimming pool. Eating out every morning/evening to the sound of birdsong and watching rabbits and buzzards - who needs to go abroad?! We'll be recommending White Heron to all our friends. Thank you.

Kate from Surrey stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 4 nights in June 2021


A perfect stay

Review submitted on Wed, 02 Jun 2021
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Couldn't fault anything. Beautiful cottage, lovely property manager, incredible facilities, stunning secluded location, great hamper of local goodies on arrival

Brodie from stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 2 nights in May 2021


A lovely cottage set in peaceful surroundings.

Review submitted on Mon, 19 Apr 2021
4.2
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
3.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
As a family with young children (3&6) at the end of a long winter and seemingly even longer lockdown, this was a much needed break. The cottage was comfortable and well equipped and the gardens were fantastic. The warmth of spring had brought daffodils out in abundance and we were surrounded by nature. To our delight, array of birds, including pheasant and a nesting pair of buzzards (?), frequented the garden.

There are plenty of walks right on the doorstep.

Overall, the cottage is well located and well equipped. The booking process was straightforward and the staff that I spoke with we all helpful and courteous. Thank you.


William from Helsby stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 6 nights in April 2021


Perfect family break.

Review submitted on Wed, 28 Oct 2020
4.2
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
3.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
4.0
This break was for my family to have a change of scenery and to celebrate a birthday, due to covid we had a very last minute cancellation from a previous property but I’m so glad we found The Gardner’s Cottage.
Yes it was quite dated in parts and yes the walls and carpets were very marked and tired but it had a wonderful character and was in the most beautiful of settings. To have the freedom to walk our dog undisturbed every morning was incredible and the colours this time of year made it all even more beautiful.
You get a lovely welcome hamper, which was all delicious and very much appreciated.
You could almost feel like you were at home as well, because it wasn’t all immaculate (it was perfectly clean just very well worn) so we didn’t have to worry about the dog.
Exactly what we needed and we’d happily return.


Guest from stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 4 nights in October 2020


A little piece of heaven on earth!

Review submitted on Wed, 14 Oct 2020
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
What a beautiful property, location and well managed accommodation. Private garden, great facilities inside the cottage and a wood burner for those chilly nights. We took our own bedding but the sheets were high quality, mattress sumptuous and all round the single best staycation we have ever had. Now friends and family are booking up because we loved it that much - and trust me, we are fussy!
We loved every second of our stay, from bbq in the private garden, heated outdoor swimming pool, walks in the local area, the small villages and shops to the Michelin star bistro pub up the road.
Lucky owners.
Well managed.
All amenities.
Dream staycation.


Peter from Bracknell stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 7 nights in September 2020


Superb. Thank you!

Review submitted on Sat, 19 Sep 2020
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Absolutely beautiful. Fantastic house, very comfortable. Even better, if possible, is the estate. The pool is heated and great for proper swimming. Best bit are the staff, very pleasant and extremely efficient

Chris from Kirkby In Furness stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 4 nights in September 2020


Comfort, relaxation and a gem

Review submitted on Sat, 15 Aug 2020
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Our two-week stay at Gardeners Cottage was nothing more than perfect. The cottage was very comfortable and spacious for five people and provided the backdrop to a peaceful, relaxing and wonderful time. The cottage has a charm of its own, with all the necessities you need for a wonderful holiday. Given the good weather, we were able to sit out each morning and evening as well as explore the local area. There are a lot of walks not far from the cottage which take you across fields and along the river. It is not named Gardeners cottage for nothing. The garden was huge with a walled area, a further three grassed areas and a gap through the wooded area which took you on a walk of the grounds of the estate. Plenty of space to play cricket, football etc., and plenty of space for our dog to explore. Also, a variety of birds visited the trees around the cottage with their songs that accompanied our breakfasts. If that is not enough, there is an added bonus of the heated outdoor pool accessed through a gate in the wall. I have never visited Herefordshire before, but I would certainly be back and back at Gardeners Cottage.

Iain from Southwell stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 14 nights in July 2020


A week away with friends

Review submitted on Tue, 04 Aug 2020
4.7
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Just returned from a wonderful stay at Gardeners Cottage. A beautiful property, in a beautiful setting, with beautiful gardens and the added advantage of a warm pool to use too. I would highly recommend the cottage to anyone thinking of staying. Dog and child friendly. Located in close proximity to the beautiful market town on Kington where you can find all provisions.

Linzi from Sunderland stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 7 nights in July 2020


Great venue for reunion weekend along with The Colloquy

Review submitted on Mon, 27 Jan 2020
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Great venue for a large group along with The Colloquy.
Great customer service, location and venue.
So good we keep returning every year.


Kath from Penarth stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 2 nights in January 2020


The Gardner's Cottage

Review submitted on Wed, 04 Dec 2019
4.2
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
3.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
The cottage was quaint and perfect for my family to stay in away from all the bustle of The Colloquy. Only thing was the heat only worked for about an hour and the rest of the time they were very cold! The fire was amazing though.

Tessa from London stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 4 nights in November 2019


Relaxing time in the English countryside

Review submitted on Mon, 22 Jul 2019
4.5
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
My family and I had a very relaxing and generally lovely time at the Gardeners Cottage.
The house had everything we needed for a great time and we thoroughly enjoyed being in the beautiful Herefordshire countryside.
The star of the show was the massive garden that went on for ever where my son was happy to run and run.


Sean from Dudley stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 7 nights in July 2019


Gardeners cottage is a must!

Review submitted on Tue, 09 Jul 2019
4.8
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
From the time I arrives to the time I left everything was clean, welcoming and the stay was overall perfect. The cottage is in the perfect location to go out and do activities but equally is so tranquil that you could stay in the cottage and still have a good time. The swimming pool was amazingly warm and was so lovely to spend the afternoon having fun and relaxing.


Abigail from Tadley stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 4 nights in June 2019


very peaceful short break

Review submitted on Sat, 15 Jun 2019
3.8
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
3.0
Location
5.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
5.0
adored the outdoor pool, gardens and gorunds. we were most fortunate that our stay afforded total peace and quiet, possibly owing to wet weather and low occupancy in other letting properties. anyway, we much appreciated listening to the wonderful birdsong and patter of rain

Neil from Shipton-on-Stour stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 4 nights in June 2019


An excellent property!

Review submitted on Sat, 20 Apr 2019
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Enjoyed our stay in Gardener's Cottage very much! The cottage is very conveniently placed and the grounds are lovely and well kept. Beds very comfortable. We would really recommend this cottage.

Andrea from Tiverton stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 7 nights in April 2019


Weekend stay at Colloquy and Gardeners

Review submitted on Wed, 23 Jan 2019
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Lovely cottage to stay along with rental of The Colloquy.
Mainly used facilities in The Colloquy but nice quiet retreat .


Kath from Penarth stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 2 nights in January 2019


Weekend break with the family

Review submitted on Tue, 08 Jan 2019
4.3
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
4.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We really enjoyed our stay in the lovely tranquil part of the country.
Because all the family went, some stayed in the Gardeners cottage and my wife and myself stayed in the Forge.
Being honest I was happy in the Forge as I thought the cottage required updating a little.
The members of the family that stayed in the cottage were happy and It did not spoil our excellent weekend.
(I believe the cottage was in the process of being updated.)
Thank you for a pleasant stay.


Colin from Bolton stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 3 nights in January 2019


Birthday party

Review submitted on Mon, 05 Nov 2018
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Lovely property with excellent facilities! Cosy and very comfortable, felt like a second home! Couldn’t have asked for better

Aoife from Neath stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 2 nights in November 2018


An attractive cottage in a lovely setting, which has seen better days

Review submitted on Wed, 17 Oct 2018
2.8
out of 5

Guest doesn't recommend this property
Cleanliness
2.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
2.0
Location
4.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
3.0
Poorly maintained and rather shabby. Lovely large garden and an excellent welcome hamper, but which doesn't really compensate for the musty smells in the cupboards, the peeling paint and the stained walls and carpets.

Guest from Yeovill stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 4 nights in October 2018


Charlotte Bounds, Property Manager replied more than 1 year ago
Dear Kate, I am sorry your stay in Gardeners cottage was disappointing, we really appreciate honest reviews, it’s only through this kind of feedback that we can respond and react. We understand your views on the decorative state, but we were sad that you only gave a 2 for cleanliness on which we pride ourselves. We have decoration throughout the cottage planned for this Autumn now the bookings have gone a little quieter. This is something we are addressing although no good for your stay. I wish you had contacted me during your stay to let me know you were unhappy as I could easily have moved you to another cottage. Gardeners cottage is a popular cottage and we have lots of visitors that return year on year, it is particularly popular with families with dogs so the wear and tear is more than any of the others. We would love to have you stay with us again in one of our other cottages, we do have a brand new cottage, The Lodge which may be more suitable.

Outstanding

Review submitted on Sat, 25 Aug 2018
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
My partner and I hired out the whole estate for our wedding celebrations. Some of our family stayed in gardener cottage it was so cute and was like something that had been plucked from a fairy tale. The family members who stayed there thought it was perfect. It is in excellent condition and is very clean and tidy! Nothing was too much trouble and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We are already planning our return.

Larna from Hereford stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 7 nights in August 2018


A perfect place to stay

Review submitted on Mon, 30 Jul 2018
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A beautiful and comfortable cottage with spacious gardens, beautiful scenery, access to a swimming pool and walks nearby - a lovely place to spend time.

Catherine from Aberdeen stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 14 nights in July 2018


Perfect Weekend for a Large Group

Review submitted on Wed, 20 Jun 2018
4.3
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
3.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
This cottage worked really as part of a large group of 14. We had three cottages together, and used the kitchens in both Gardeners and Forge for preparing large meals for everyone. We were all able to sit up and eat at the table in Forge cottage, and Gardeners was nice for breakfast in the morning as it was close to the pool.

Having access to the pool was excellent, and we had a fantastic time being able to walk into beautiful countryside from the front door.


Lydia from Melchbourne stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 3 nights in June 2018


Cosy cottage

Review submitted on Tue, 24 Apr 2018
4.8
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We booked Gardeners cottage in addition to The Colloquy and The Forge for a family weekend. It accommodated 3 couples very comfortably and they appreciated the cosy sitting room and attractive bedrooms.

Emily from Durdsley stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 3 nights in April 2018


Great cottage for a weekend break

Review submitted on Mon, 16 Apr 2018
4.7
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
4.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Lovely stay for a weekend with friends who were also in the colloquy and the forge. Out of the 3 cottages, the bedrooms in this cottage were the least luxurious however they were still quaint and well kept resulting in a cosy stay for the weekend.

Rachel from St Helens stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 3 nights in April 2018


Quiet country retreat

Review submitted on Wed, 03 Jan 2018
4.7
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A fantastic period property in beautiful countryside. The cottage is well equipped and comfortable. We enjoyed the wood burner which made it cosy. Lovely surrounding gardens. The management were really helpful at all stages and made everything easy, nothing was too much trouble- great information booklet supplied also? We appreciated the basket of food treats, a lovely touch.

Helen from Coventry stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 3 nights in December 2017


Beautiful property in the heart of the Herefordshire countryside, amazing destination.

Review submitted on Tue, 28 Nov 2017
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We spent a triple 40th birthday weekend at Gardeners Cottage, Field Cottage and the Colloquy, and it was the perfect destination. The properties are all fantastic and have great facilities. Charlotte and her team provided everything we needed and more (including a lovely treats hamper that was very much enjoyed); however, they were never intrusive or overbearing. The location is beautiful and the grounds are stunning (although we didn't have time to explore them all). All of the children in our group enjoyed the best game of hide and seek ever. All in all, we can't recommend the property highly enough, whether you are looking for a short break or a little longer, you will not do any better.

Mike from Stafford stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 3 nights in November 2017


Our stay at Gardeners Cottage

Review submitted on Sat, 07 Oct 2017
4.5
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Very pretty looking cottage with lovely garden and spacious grounds. Great for walking the dogs, also very quiet.
The inside of the cottage we were happy with except for the extractor fan in the wet room didn't work, lack of cleaning materials in the kitchen and also larger dishes for cooking. My husband also would've liked some fire tools for managing the log burner.




Margaret from Edenbridge stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 4 nights in September 2017


Relaxing country cottage escape, Fabulous.

Review submitted on Wed, 20 Sep 2017
4.8
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Having stayed in the gardeners cottage for four nights, we enjoyed a real country cottage experience set up in an massive estate with dreamy gardens surrounded by rolling countryside. A quiet and relaxing feel, in a word Fabulous, thanks White Heron for a great stay :)

Alan from Twickenham stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 4 nights in September 2017


Wonderful week at Gardeners Cottage!

Review submitted on Wed, 09 Aug 2017
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We stayed for a week with 5 little ones and had a wonderful time. The cottage was cosy and had everything we needed. The gardens were fantastic for the kids to run and around and explore and the swimming pool went down a treat, even on the odd rainy day! A beautiful estate in a beautiful area. We definitely plan to return.



Claire from lIVERPOOL stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 7 nights in July 2017


Annual extended family get together

Review submitted on Tue, 08 Aug 2017
4.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
3.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We spent our annual family (23 of us) at Colloquy & Gardener's Cottage this year. What a find! We spent most of our time in Colloquy, the main house. Fantastic facilities. Would definitely come back again.

Jane from Lymington stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 7 nights in July 2017


A tailor made break for us

Review submitted on Wed, 05 Jul 2017
4.2
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
We wanted a few quiet days away from the rush of daily life and we got it. The dogs could roam free in the garden and attached fields and forest, no leads required. Excellent food venues nearby. Very little traffic on the roads which made for relaxing driving. Many interesting towns and monuments for those seeking culture.

Sally from Wokingham stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 3 nights in July 2017


Long weekend with mum. kids, family & dog

Review submitted on Tue, 04 Jul 2017
4.7
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We were very happy with our stay at Gardeners Cottage. The cottage is very attractive, well equipped and in a gorgeous setting. Although nicely furnished, the decor was not too pristine so that, with a dog and small children, we felt we couldn't relax....There was a problem with the boiler not working at one point, so we were without hot water however both the owner and the agent were quick to respond and find a workaround. They were very helpful and approachable.
The outdoor pool was a bonus that the kids loved. The only downside is that we were limited to 2 hours in the morning to use it. That said our neighbours from another cottage used it at the same time as us anyway (without realising they shouldn't have) which we didn't mind, and then they invited us to use it during their allocated times, so it all worked out well.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and I would definitely go back if visiting the area.


Margaret from Totnes stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 3 nights in June 2017


Best Weekend of our lives

Review submitted on Tue, 20 Dec 2016
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
It was perfect for our needs and each room blew our minds! The only downside was being there in winter and not enjoying the use of the swimming pool and seeing the garden in full bloom!

Michael from Leeds stayed at Gardeners Cottage for 2 nights in December 2016