Staffordshire Self Catering cottage, The Laburnum Retreat, Upper Hulme, sleeps 2

Good stay just a few 'gripes'
The hut and it's surroundings are absolutely beautiful! We went here for a few days away to forget about the world and switch off. The WIFI didn't work but we expected that due to the rural location, not an issue. If that's important to you I wouldn't advise visiting. Hot tub was lovely due to the beautiful views but the chemicals were so strong it started to irritate our skin after a while. They came round to treat it at 10pm every night so you weren't allowed in after this time. This felt a bit OTT like we were being checked in on, it didn't make for quite the relaxing break we were hoping for. The location of the hot tub is slightly overlooked by the main house so not completely private. In my opinion the instructions throughout the cabin didn?t make you feel very welcomed. Now I completely understand they need to be there, as you're left a key code and left to get on with your stay but just the way in which they were worded felt like you were unwelcome. The word strictly was used ALOT on various signs around. The messages through the booking agent also came across as being very stern. I think that with some slight tweaks this place could appear much more accommodating and relaxing, just like the surroundings are.
Louise E
2022-05-30

Perfect couples retreat
Absolutely loved staying here! It is perfect if you are looking for a get away and very close to lots of stunning walks. The shepherds hut has everything you need and more. We loved using the hot tub and despite being quite close to the nearby house felt very private. The views are absolutely breathtaking and the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful whilst also letting you get on with it. Thank you Laburnum retreat for a lovely stay??
elliehughes27
2021-11-03

Hidden gem!
We found this Shepherds Hut perfect for what we wanted and would definitely return. The hut was very clean and had everything you need. People need to bear in mind this is a Shepherds hut and in the middle of the countryside so probably do adequate research before booking so you aren't disappointed with it being in the middle of nowhere. It was a perfect location for us and it is perfect for visiting the Roaches. We can't wait to return again and hopefully get sunny weather next time!
JadeG92
2021-05-16

Blissful retreat
After the pressures of this year so far, I booked this lovely shepherd hut for a week with my husband for some much needed relaxation. I was not disappointed... Beautifully situated with a view of Ramshaw Rocks we found it easy to unwind in the hot tub with the peace & quiet of the stunning countryside. Lorna & Darren were perfect hosts, everything was immaculate & well thought out. It's location means it is easy to visit places of interest or just walk in the Peak District. We will definitely recommend Laburnum Retreat as a great place for quiet, relaxation.
H9945JFjod
2020-08-06

Very disappointed
We came a while back now and I still haven?t received my £80 money back as we didn?t want to stay in the end, we turned up and it just wasn?t for us, you are very far from shops and restaurants plus the drive down to it nearly broke my partners car. We couldn?t see a hot tub in sight either but we were then told that it is in their back garden... very misleading To top it off I had left my hand bag there in the hut so once we got home my lovely partner had to go back to the hut and the lady then explained then that the hot tub was on the back garden. Also she just couldn?t understand why we didn?t want to stay. We are both in our late 20s and just want something a little more in the town. We were very apologetic but the lady wasn?t having it. Still owe me £80 for a year ago! I wouldn?t recommend it to anyone. It's a very rural destination
B6596ZUheatherw
2019-10-02