The busy road outside, and I couldn’t find a member of staff from the hotel.

It was a beautiful building, and the bath was amazing 🥰

Stayed in April 2024

Unfortunately no pub in walking distance.

Lovely room and great beer brewery next door. Didn’t try the restaurant so can’t comment.

Stayed in April 2024

Road noise

A lot of Road noise I the rooms on one side of the hotel. I moved to a room the other side which was much better

Stayed in April 2024

Lovely old property, rooms clean and comfortable. On site restaurant excellent. Conveniently located for exploring the area.

Stayed in March 2024

Traffic noise.

Comfortable room ,nice full english breakfast.

Stayed in April 2024

Tha traffic noise was a little more than I thought, but wouldn’t put me off booking again

I didn’t do breakfast, location just close to where I was for two days

Stayed in April 2024

The front door lock didn't work mutiple trys luckily I could reenter via restaurant. Would have been a different matter if I'd arrived late, given spotty phone reception (vodafone) Complete lack of visible staff was un-nerving. Maybe a phone in reception?

Room well equipped and presented and clean and smart. Older building so floor wonky add to charm. Comfy Bed. Nice flat pillows, with extras provided. Booked because allowed dog. I had to leave early due to my dog being ill. Otherwise excellent. The beach at highcliffe castle lovely and close. Restaurant attached next door excellent. Would definitely stay there again.

Stayed in April 2024

very old windows (definitely time to add double glazed windows!) No furniture other than 2 small bedside tables and 1 tiny table. even towel rail are missing

sparkling clean

Stayed in April 2024

Exceptional. Large room and beautiful rooms.

Stayed in February 2024

No breakfast before 9.00am, restaurant closed in the evening meaning had to drive elsewhere to eat. No reception or staff to assist in case of problems (fortunately there weren't any)

Room was spacious & clean

Stayed in February 2024

B'fast good .IdeL location for me.

Stayed in February 2024

The close quarters of being able to hear my fellow guests in the attic.

Light and airy room, the breezy view across the fields to the the ancient treeline. The spacious staircase and entrance hall, a sense of wellbeing arouses the building. A well placed small fridge for perishable items. An array of quirky plants that reside in the hallway and the interesting local artwork to encourage creativity. Tasteful and innovative bathroom. Well endowed water pressure and an extremely clean feel about the house. A homely cafe awaits and a welcoming restaurant a stone throws. An eclectic mix of social, calm and lives up to it's well versed name of being a Retreat indeed. The big basket bin that makes disposing easy.

Stayed in February 2024

The traffic noise from the main road

The area was great

Stayed in February 2024

Room was at the front of hotel and its just of the A35 so alot of traffic. Not much of an issue when the windows are shut but in the spring and summer with the windows open I could imagine it being a negative.

My room cost me £35 and I was amazed how spacious and nice the room was considering the price. Was one of the best rooms I've stayed in. Bed very comfy, shower powerful and plenty of room.

Stayed in February 2024

There was some road noise as the windows faced out to the side of the building but for me it was perfectly fine. There were ear plugs but I didn't use them and still had a good nights sleep.

I was upgraded to room 1 in the main house and it was a lovely big room with a fantastic bathroom with a large walk in shower and roll top bath. The bed was very comfortable and I slept like a log. All communication was via email with the front door and room codes but this worked well for me and I had no problems accessing the building/room.

Stayed in January 2024

Traffic.

Lovely restaurant , great bedroom. Good location to explore.

Stayed in February 2024

Noisy traffic being off the A35 but the nights not bad and earplugs helped.

The adjoining restaurant was excellent in every way. Good location for exploring Hengistbury Head, Purbeck .....

Stayed in January 2024

All good

Well located and fantastic grounds for walks especially with my dog.

Stayed in January 2024

There was nothing not to like

Great value and so easy with great parking and brilliant wi-fi

Stayed in January 2024

Crow foot restaurant, v good bathrooms, spacious easy accommodation

Excellent location

Stayed in January 2024

Quiet and beautiful surroundings.

Stayed in December 2023

Not a major negative but it's next to a busy road which is a bit of a shame. The room could have done with a sofa or couple of chairs.

Lovely spacious room, comfortable bed, gorgeous ensuite, nice grounds, friendly staff. Dog friendly major bonus.

Stayed in December 2023

Nothing

Great rooms great location

Stayed in December 2023

No double glazing, busy road which was close

Location of hotel

Stayed in December 2023