The Riverside Retreat

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New for 2026 Step outside onto our newly installed anti-slip decking
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen
£180
avg per night

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GLOUCESTERSHIRE
  • Place, Taurus Crafts
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Lydney Harbour
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Wenchford Picnic Site
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Living Room 1

1 King Bed

1 half bathroom

Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
The current price is £180
avg per night

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About this property

The Riverside Retreat

Between the Wye Valley AONB and the Cotswolds AONB, this site offers exclusive occupancy in a serene riverside setting and includes:-

- 1/4 acre - plenty of space to enjoy your break.

- Large king-sized bed, sofas

- Wood burning stove

- Firepit

- Bedding and towels are included

- Kitchenette with supplies. including a wood fired pizza oven

- Charcoal / gas BBQs

- Various seating options including bar seats, table and chairs, rocking chairs, sofas...

- Stargazing from the comfort of your bed through the clear panels of the tent or from the comfort of the gazebo/bar.

- Hot tub can be included - Please request this - no extra charge for 2 nights booking or more. 1 night subject to availability for cleaning and changeover and there is a £30 for the one night hire.

Weekend bookings must be a minimum of 2 nights.

2 adults welcome. 1 additional child also welcome

Babies up to 18 months and children from age 8 upwards are welcome; we can provide a single mattress otherwise camp beds or similar but bedding for children must be brought by guests.

IN AND AROUND THE SITE

A Welcome Pack is available on arrival to help guests plan their stay, whether it is eating on a budget, fine dining, nearby places to explore and of course, easy access to activities including some great walking, water sports, cycling routes/competitions/trails.

For sporting enthusiasts...

- Bike trails in the Forest - Pedalabikeaway is a short drive from the site (mountain bikes, family cycling trails and jumps)

- Paddle boarding

- Open water swimming in nearby lakes (very short drive from site)

- Running and forest walks from site as well as short drive into the Forest for more exploring

Secure bike storage can be available onsite with prior notice.

Sorry, no pets are allowed.

No smoking on site

Other things to note

Guests have sole occupancy of the 1/4 acre site with parking for two cars.

There are gas and charcoal BBQs, an area to hose down dirty bikes and a chance for guests to relax from the bar, sofas from the stargazer or from the covered gazebo.

Guests have access to a high spec bathroom and instant hot shower.

The nearest grocery newsagents/Post Office and pub are 12-15 minutes walk from the site

There is one electric charging point for phones/laptops only but not for vehicles.

Perfect for solo travellers, couples, mini-mooners/newly weds seeking peace and tranquility. Sounds will mostly come from wildlife, the river and farm vehicles

Visitors have reviewed the site as "a little gem, one of the most amazing...set ups" they've been to. We welcome new visitors to come and see why.

Kindly note: We have a no music policy. Smoking (any form) is strictly prohibited. Our place is nestled in a small, peaceful hamlet and is intended as a quiet retreat for those seeking rest and relaxation. We kindly ask guests to respect the tranquil environment we are offering.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

Amenities

Hot tub
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children over age of 8 or babies up to 1 year
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

Frequently asked questions

Is The Riverside Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Riverside Retreat?

As of 16 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Riverside Retreat on 20 Apr 2026 start from £180, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Riverside Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Riverside Retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Riverside Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Riverside Retreat located?

Situated in Blakeney, this lodge is within 6 miles (10 km) of Wenchford Picnic Site, Dean Heritage Centre and Dean Forest Railway. Go Ape at Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire and Taurus Crafts are also within 6 miles (10 km).

The Riverside Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing stay

Really great hosts and great communication Everything you could need has been thought about Relaxing break with beautiful views we would definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning

Brilliant views , comfortable bed , hot tub and loads of kitchen amenities Vanessa and Craig were so helpful and lovely - can’t wait to come back in the summer
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alastair j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning property and location. It was such a relaxing setting and had everything we needed and more. The host was incredibly helpful and you knew they would go above and beyond if we needed anything. I will be recomminding this place to everyone. Cannot fault anything. It was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friends get away

We had a fantastic stay at Riverside Retreat. The place was wonderful. A real gem. It had everything we needed, it was clean and extremely comfortable. Vanessa was so helpful and made sure we had an excellent stay. It was just what we needed. We will definitely be returning and recommending to others.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

This was my husband and i’s first time glamping and we loved it. The host Vanessa was so friendly and helpful, and we couldnt of asked for anything more. We especially loved our visit from Jack the dog, who was so friendly and well behaved. The hot tub was lovely, underneath all the lights during the night, the bed was extremely comfortable and there was a lot of activities for us to do. 10/10 will definitely return. I’ve also sent recommendations to friends and family. Thank you again for having us
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MAZEN

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

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