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Gardener's Retreat

Gardener's Retreat

4.9
out of 5
Ratings from 7 reviews
100% of guests
recommend
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.9
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.9
Customer
Service
4.7

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Nestled in the Estate’s walled garden

The Gardener’s Retreat, a traditional shepherd’s lodge, is located amongst the flora and fauna of the Estate’s walled garden.

Cosy and compact, The Gardener’s Retreat offers luxurious open-plan living with a comfortable bed, thick down duvet and soft Egyptian cotton sheets. The fully-equipped kitchen comes complete with Joseph Joseph accessories, Portmeirion crockery, hob and oven.

The shower room comes with a power shower, vanity unit, WC and complimentary all-natural Bath House toiletries.

Designed by Kate, the earthy terracotta and brown-toned interiors, offer a calming space to relax and restore within a quiet corner of our historic Estate.

Outside, a wheelchair-accessible paved patio area comes with outdoor seating so you can admire the countryside views or enjoy a relaxing dip in the wood-fired hot tub.

Excellent location, very clean, modern

Review submitted on Wed, 25 Jun 2025
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
4.0
We stayed at the Gardeners Retreat and were very pleased with our stay. Everything was ready and waiting for us and we particularly liked how very clean it was. I did try ring beforehand to confirm if there was an iron but unfortunately I couldn’t get in touch with anyone. Would be an added bonus to add an iron in the accommodation. Otherwise, no complaints. I recommend you to book accommodation here, you will not be disappointed!

Guest from Huddersfield stayed at Gardener's Retreat for 3 nights in June 2025


Kate replied 6 days ago
Hello Sohaiil, Thank you for your review. I’m sorry you felt you couldn’t get in touch. We have no record of you leaving a message. You didn’t mentioned anything about this when we met you as you were leaving, so without more information, I can’t explain why you couldn’t get through. The cabin is compact and there just isn’t a space for an iron and ironing board, but as with other guests, if you’d contacted us duiring your stay we would have brought you one. Hope this helps. Thank you for the chocolates, it was very thoughtful. All the best, Kate.

Short stay at the Gardeners Retreat Hutton John

Review submitted on Mon, 12 May 2025
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 husband and I spent two very enjoyable days at the Gardeners Retreat, Hutton John. The first thing to say about the property is that it is very well located off the A66 but once you arrive, it is so peaceful that you feel that you are miles from anywhere. The cabin is situated in a walled garden and is extremely private and not at all overlooked. The cabin itself is beautifully decorated and well equipped with a fully functioning kitchen. Everything was immaculately clean and the bed and sofa were extremely comfortable. We also enjoyed using the wood-fired hot tub. Plenty of wood was provided to get this going for our initial use.
Hutton John is well located for Ullswater which is beautiful and well serviced with many good restaurants. There are also good walks nearby. If you are looking for a relaxing break, I would throughly recommend a stay at the Gardeners Retreat, Hutton John.


Rachel from stayed at Gardener's Retreat for 2 nights in May 2025


Kate replied 49 days ago
Hello Rachel, That is such a happy and positive review. Thank you so much for taking the time to write it. We very much hope you can come back again. All the very best, Jate and the team.

Amazing weekend away

Review submitted on Mon, 24 Mar 2025
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We stayed in the gardeners retreat for my husband’s 30th birthday weekend. It was perfect for the two of us and our dog. The area is so peaceful and the garden was perfect for our dog. The cabin itself has everything you need with a fully equipped kitchen. The hot tub was good fun to warm us up after long days of walking.

Elin from North Tyneside stayed at Gardener's Retreat for 2 nights in March 2025


Kate replied 81 days ago
Hello Elin, Thank you for your review. We are really pleased to hear you had a perfect stay and you enjoyed the process of lighting the hot tub; it is part of the fun of relaxing and enjoying the lovely outdoors. All the best, Kate and the team.

A lovely little cabin

Review submitted on Tue, 24 Sep 2024
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
The gardeners retreat is a lovely, modern cabin set in a walled garden and as such is beautifully quiet and peaceful. The wood fired hot tub is a real treat and makes this almost a DIY spa break which is both fun and relaxing. Things to be aware of - the Herdwick Inn is significantly easier to walk to than the Horse & Farrier due to a cycle way, and does amazing pies as an aside. My only criticism would be that our one sunset was slightly marred by the gardeners mowing the lawn for what felt like an hour with the noisiest petrol mower and strimmer known to mankind. That aside it was a lovely place to spend a weekend and within easy reach of the Northeern lakes.

Kieron from Chester stayed at Gardener's Retreat for 2 nights in September 2024


Kate replied 282 days ago
Hello Kieron, We are pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay at the Retreat. You spoke to my husband, Alan. He was on of the gardeners. I’m sure you appreciate that mowing is weather-dependent. You were out when they started and they had finisHed by 5.00pm When you spoke to him he said he wouldn’t be long but you could always have asked him to stop! All the best, Kate.

A fabulous escape in a hidden gem

Review submitted on Wed, 06 Mar 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 perfect weekend away from the chaos of modern life, the new Gardeners Retreat has everything you could need.
Very secluded within the estates walled garden with a log fired hot tub for two. Beautiful bed linen, towels and kitchen crockery add a touch of complete luxury to your escape.
Thoroughly recommend a stay


Katrina from stayed at Gardener's Retreat for 3 nights in March 2024


Kate replied more than 1 year ago
Hello Katrina, It is always great to hear guests were able to escape the hustle and bustle of modern life and come and relax at one of our properties. The Gardener’s Retreat is a perfect place to sit back and relax. Hope you can visit again very soon. All the best, Kate.

Amazing

Review submitted on Sat, 24 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
All I can say is amazing and thanks so much. We stayed in the gardeners retreat and it was our little piece of heaven for 4 days so secluded and lovely. Our little dog absolutely loved it too!! I really needed this break as we’ve had a lot going on personally as a family and to escape this to the gardeners retreat, we couldn’t be more thankful for. We stayed in feb 2024 and managed to have breakfast outside! We most certainly will be returning and hopefully this year, thanks again x

Guest from Wigan stayed at Gardener's Retreat for 3 nights in February 2024


Kate replied more than 1 year ago
Hello Charlotte, Your review made me smile. Some places really are very special and the walled garden is just that. Truly a place to relax and renew and I’m so happy that you found it so. You are all welcome back any time. All the very best, Kate.

Delightful lodge in a gorgeous and secluded garden.

Review submitted on Fri, 23 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
A delightful lodge in a large and secluded garden. Fully equipped with high quality kitchen and dining room utensils, saucepans, baking trays and crockery (even a cork screw) and plenty of storage space. We were vey happy and content in this magical and still relatively undiscovered part of the Lake District. Thank you Kate and hubby for sharing your oasis in the Lakes with us.

Mike from stayed at Gardener's Retreat for 3 nights in February 2024


Kate replied more than 1 year ago
Hello Mike, This is our first review for the Hardener’s Retreat and what a fabulous one. We try to remember everything, even a corkscrew! I have to agree it is a magical place so hopefully you can come again. All the best, Kate.