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Welcome hamper included
A complimentary welcome hamper is provided on your arrival including essentials such as tea, coffee, sugar and milk along with a few extra goodies. Please note that the size and contents of the hamper may vary from property to property and there may be seasonal variances. Sadly we are unable to vary the contents according to preference, or cater for individual dietary requirements.
Starter pack included
A complimentary starter pack will be awaiting you on your arrival containing fresh coffee, tea, sugar, fresh milk and biscuits.
A complimentary starter pack will be waiting for you on your arrival, containing; Tea, Coffee, Milk and Sugar
A complimentary starter pack will be awaiting for you on your arrival containing fresh coffee, tea, sugar, fresh milk and biscuits.
A complimentary starter pack is provided on your arrival which includes essentials such as tea, coffee, sugar and milk.
A Dorset complimentary starter pack will be awaiting for you on your arrival containing fresh coffee, tea, sugar, fresh milk and biscuits.
A Cornish complimentary starter pack will be awaiting for you on your arrival containing, Tea, Coffee, Cornish Biscuits, Sugar and Milk
A Cotswolds complimentary starter pack will be awaiting for you on your arrival containing fresh coffee, tea, sugar, fresh milk and biscuits.
An Isle of Wight complimentary starter pack will be awaiting for you on your arrival containing fresh coffee, tea, sugar, fresh milk and biscuits.
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A lovely place to stay. The building is very comfortable. It has been beautifully converted for modern use, whilst keeping elements of the old dovecote, particularly in the upper bedroom. The gardens and surrounding views are peaceful and beautiful. We thoroughly enjoyed our time there.
Stunning historic property which is comfortable and homely but also beautifully furnished and decorated with great attention to detail. The gardens of the main house are lovely and the area is perfect for exploring and walking. We really liked Great Malvern and had a beautiful walk around North Hill. The Dovecote is a very special place to stay.
Comfortable, clean and spacious with lots of character. Quiet and situated well off the beaten track, but with good access to the Malvern Hills. We enjoyed our 5 nights there very much.
We had a great stay at the Dovecote. It’s beautiful and the Christmas tree and decorations were the icing on the cake!
Absolutely beautiful home and grounds with lots of lovely walks near by. Loved all the fine touches from the bath in the centre of the room, to the fireplace to the welcome basket.
The accommodation was spacious, beautiful, well equipped and exceptionally clean. We had a wonderful time and would recommend The Dovecote to all!
Really nice place, lovely setting, well appointed. Would visit again.
Delightful hideaway! More spacious than I expected, yet cosy and well equipped. Loved the dovecote brick walls retained in the bedroom, full of character. The formal gardens are beautiful and lots of walks in the surrounding countryside.
The Dovecote is set in very picturesque, historical surroundings. The property is well-equipped and comfortable. During our visit we were able to visit the garden at Pauntley Court which is superb. Our only problem was that some of the radiators were not working properly. As it was a weekend we didn't report it to the housekeeper though left her a list of slight snags (light bulb in high ceiling flashing, etc) which we'd experienced during our stay. This will no doubt make it even more fantastic for future guests. Overall a wonderful weekend stay.
The Dovecote was absolutely lovely fresh towels, slippers and dressing gowns provided the house was very clean. The hamper of food outstanding a lovely loaf ,marmalade,fresh fruit ,cake ,milk,butter everything you needed for the first night and next morning. The surrounding area is beautiful with a lovely little church next door. We had a fabulous time and would love to visit again. Thank you Gary Anna,Emma and Andrew. Ideal location for two couples .
The Dovecote was the best self catering accommodation I have booked so far, and I have not had any disappointing ones. This is a mix of history with luxury. The setting is peaceful and relaxing. The gardens are first class in beauty and design. It was wonderful to wander the grounds, pick fresh apples, pears, rhubarb, and go back to the lovely kitchen and create something. We had our own private garden to enjoy. The Dovecote itself was absolutely stunning, inside and out. We had everything we could possibly want or need, including a lovely welcome hamper of treats. The upstairs bedroom is spacious, airy, light, and has the most lovely soaking tub, which I made good use of. The downstairs bedroom is equally lovely. Melissa and Mark were very lovely hosts, helpful, making sure we always had everything we needed and giving us a tour of everything at Pauntley Court including the history of it. Melissa also made a lovely Victoria Sponge cake for us to enjoy, and we did. I cannot see how anyone would not fall in love with this lodging. It was absolutely PERFECT.
Beautiful house the countryside.
A wonderful cottage in a lovely location, great host and a delicious cake on arrival. Would definitely recommend.
Beautiful place to stay, full of charm and character. Wonderful surroundings. Views as as far as the eye can see, sheep, horses, ducks, geese just wonderful. Has everything you could need on hand. Melissa the host was lovely and made us the most amazing cake. Secluded but a short car drive to get any essentials needed.
Beautifully appointed with wonderful views.
We had a wonderful stay at this very well appointed property. The building itself is exceptional and situated in lovely surroundings. The owners are delightful and made us feel more than welcome. One of the best properties we have stayed in through Rural Retreats. Highly recommended !!
Beautifully converted dovecote with comfortable beds and lots of finishing touches such as fresh flowers and delicious homemade cake. The owner Melissa was delightful, very friendly and happy to talk about the property's amazing history.
Fantastic accommodation in rural location with stunning views.
The Dovecote is a wonderful place for a restful break. The interior is stunning and so many little touches make it incredibly comfortable and luxurious spot. We were delighted with our stay.
An idyllic stay in an enchanting house in an extraordinary landscape. Simply incredible service.
The perfect review. Thank you for your wonderful words about the stunning Dovecote.
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