Slow down, switch off, share cherished time together in a unique holiday home and micro-venue in The Forest of Dean.
Enjoy laidback luxury in a creative and peaceful eco-retreat where beauty, nature, and thoughtful design combine to help you unfurl tired limbs, breathe more deeply, sleep more soundly, and return home renewed. Nestled on a hillside, this single-storey lodge offers a tranquil escape - ideal as a romantic getaway, a nurturing family holiday or for reconnecting with those you love. Nuthatch Retreat’s calming interiors and sumptuous finishes create a space that feels both homely and indulgent.
Your private, light-filled retreat features two bedrooms, a generous shower room, and an open-plan lounge, kitchen, and dining area. A spacious patio overlooks terraced gardens and breathtaking scenery. The tree canopy and expansive views hold you in the landscape, as the sliding door dissolves the boundary between inside and out. Spiral steps lead you down past wildflower borders and edible plants to a private sunny lawn and an outdoor deep-soak bathtub for two. Below, a wilder space awaits, with a fire pit for stargazing or outdoor cooking if the mood takes you.
The decor has a homely mid-century vibe, with pieces by Heals and G-plan set off by modernist inspired fabrics, rustic ceramics and Scandi kitchen details. The plants aren’t just outside either! We’ve indulged our passion for all things leafy so you can relax, shower and sleep amongst funky foliage.
The layout is wheelchair accessible from the ramped entranceway through to spacious wet room, open-plan living space and out to the patio area.
A kitchen ready for keen cooks yet also perfect for an easy meal after a day of exploring.
It features a Neff hide-and-slide oven, AEG induction hob, slimline dishwasher, sharp prep knives, and all the tools you’d miss from home. Coffee enthusiasts can enjoy a burr grinder, Aeropress, cafetière, and stovetop options.
There are essentials like olive oil, spices, Kontext coffee and teas, plus the freezer holds Plump Hill Farm extras (bacon, sausages and sometimes burgers and chops) available via an honesty bar.
Optional added extras can be purchased to make your stay even more special and enable you to discover some local delights.
We can also help arrange delivery of other delicious foods from trusted local producers such as cheese and charcuterie. Just ask!
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