Jackdaw's Roost

Jackdaw's Roost does "exactly what it says on the tin".

.! Incredibly quiet, completely "off grid" (except that there is a TV), very comfortable and in an absolutely delightful setting. Other reviewers have called it "quirky", I'd go a little further and describe it as absolutely, delightfully, Bonkers!! Even after a week there we were still noticing new, wonderful touches. Outside, there are geese (friendly), ducks, moorhens, numerous other varieties of birds, even rabbits. Discovering old vehicles and machinery being taken-over by nature all around the property was just another joy. Hayley and Chris are wonderful hosts, and if you come to stay be sure to visit Hayley's workshop in Blacksmith's Lane where she creates fabulous creatures from "found" objects.

Can honestly say this is THE best place we've ever stayed in.

Just our cup of tea. Perfect from start to finish; from the beautifully decorated cottage, to the pond and Geese, to the nature right on your doorstep. The whole quirkiness of it was fascinating and there was something of interest to look at every day. Thank you Chris and Hayley for a wonderful stay, thanks also for the very thoughtful welcome pack. We will definitely be back for another visit!

What a lovely place to spend two weeks, the cottage and it's eclectic mix of upcycled materials left you finding something new to look at every day.

Not only in the cottage there are outside barns full of things to looks at too. Comfy bed, clean bathroom and well stocked for all you need. There are lost of places to visit, our favourite was Ledbury. The owners were lovely and we even visited their farm shop/reclamation yard and brought something home for the memory. I think we will be back :-)

Hi, this was the third time here as always a great holiday the owners are so friendly and helpful we cannot praise them enough.

They also own an antique place well worth a visit great prices. Local pubs are great also Eastnor castle is a place you need to see.

Amazing converted barn.

Very comfortable and really artistically quirky.Grounds were back to nature accommodating a variety of wildlife including the most adorable geese who entertained us daily. If you need to relax and go back in time this is the place. It's magical.

We had a fantastic week - very quirky and secluded which we loved.

Thank you Chris and Hayley

We had a lovely week here.

The peace and quiet was wonderful. Our two miniature dachshunds loved the walks from the door. Good night sleeps were had in the wonderful bed. Would have no hesitation in recommending this place to friends. Chris and Hayley very helpful

Very generous welcome package.

We took our dog and enjoyed sitting in the garden and the sunshine. Had one day of rain which we stayed in and read books. Bourton on the Water's stunning, such a beautiful part of the country. Really loved the geese, many thanks for everything. Irene

ad accomodation booked for a week.

however bed is awfull after 3 nights on sofa we went home.cottage has all you need owners on site twice a day to look after geese. Big let down.eggs bread and milk on arrival nice touch. No wifi as advertized.poor phone signall.

Jackdaw's Roost was brilliant, we really loved it.

Chris and Hayley were wonderful. It was so peaceful and everything that we needed was there. Thoroughly enjoyed it.

As always a completely unique location with a back to natural peace and harmony with the beautiful area.

Hayley and Chris have put a lot of thought into providing and sharing Jackdaws Roost with their guests. This was our fourth visit and the magic just goes on, the geese who make a noise on seeing you, but then it’s their way of saying hello! Also the abundant wild life going about the place is so nice. Once again thanks to all concerned. Anne, John and Ghillie

The perfect retreat for leaving behind the cares of the world.

Absolutely loved it. Everything is just delightful. The moment I entered the Roost I felt calm. The setting is idyllic and it feels like stepping out of time into a more tranquil world. Special memories include clouds of white hawthorn petals fluttering as confetti onto the pond while moorhen chicks, like black balls of cotton wool, darted around the curious geese. Jester, my King Charles spaniel, was beside himself with joy, bounding through the paddock and meadow. We saw rabbits and a deer browsing by the beehives. Normally I barely sleep in a strange bed, but here I slept wonderfully well and left feeling rested and refreshed. I’ve already booked to return.

What a wonderful place.

Away from all the hustle and bustle but everything you need within a short drive. No WiFi & phone signal not the best but it meant we were totally de-stressed from the minute we arrived. Lovely long walks for Zac & he loved the geese. Place was spotless & had everything we needed. The milk, bread & eggs were gratefully received. Met the owners they were so lovely & welcoming. Would love to go back another time

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay thank you.

A unique property in a tranquil rural setting but not far from numerous towns, villages and places of interest to visit, offering the best of both. The accommodation is quirky, interesting, warm, comfortable and well equipped. We had tried to book for some time and were not disappointed and would happily return. Thank you!

Heaven on earth, would highly recommend.

Would love to come back in the spring or summer months. Utterly beautiful property in an incredible setting. All manner of wildlife surrounding you and visiting the home, including Red Kites. Thank you for having us ❤️

What a beautiful place to visit and enjoy Wood burner nice to look at but just burns logs very quickly as central heating is on a timer so a bit chilly if you’re in for the day

What a fantastic relaxing week.

The place is beautiful and so quiet. Everything you need for your say is provided and such a lovely touch with milk fresh eggs and cake left for our arrival. Plenty of nice places to visit and within easy reach. So dark and quiet in the evening the best sleep I have had in years! Jackdaws roost iis an excellent choice to relax and take time out. Would definitely recommend and would love to visit again. Also seen a few reviews regarding phone signal saying no connection. Didn't have any issue on 3 network internet worked majority of time all around the property. Thanks for a great week Jackdaws roost

Absolutely beautiful setting at Jackdaws Roost.

We are expecting our baby in March, so this is likely our last break just the 2 of us and it was the peaceful retreat we needed. Loved watching the birds from the window, and the geese were so sweet! The bed wasnt uncomfortable as such, but is a soft mattress and as a double was a bit small for my pregnant self and 6ft plus other half, buf appreciate that is specific to us. Otherwise, a very magical stay and really loved relaxing with the log burner in the evenings.

Lovely accommodation but could do with a few tweaks.

A fan would be a nice addition for any other menopausal women or just in general. The cooking facilities were adequate, if sparse, perhaps a couple more pans would be good, but we worked with what was there and we managed. All in all a nice place to stay and base for travelling to areas of interest.

What an incredible place!

The house, decor and surroundings are just amazing. We felt truly relaxed and enjoyed the peace. The cottage has excellent facilities are is really comfortable. We loved the eggs, so fresh. Nice to chat to the geese each morning. Fantastic base for exploring.

Loved our stay at Jackdaws Roost.

Cottage is very comfortable, beautifully designed, spacious, clean and well equipped. As mentioned by others the welcome pack of local milk, eggs and bread is very thoughtful and helpful as is the range of local information provided. Bed was fine for me, husband was less keen but managed. Natural surroundings are lovely and like the house full of old treasures waiting to be discovered. You could stay in the cottage and grounds all week and barely see a soul. Inside at night it is particularly peaceful. However if you wish to explore slightly further afield there is plenty locally to see and do and you are certainly not isolated, with Chris and Hayley living in the village, the A38 approximately one mile away and a good selection of pubs and really nice towns close by. Highlight for me was spotting some beautiful big old Perry Pear trees in the village and a lovely old walnut tree. Jackdaws Roost also has its own orchard with a mix of veteran fruit trees and some recent new additions. Visiting in September there were also delicious blackberries galore!

Nice querky cottage in small village -ideal if you like peace and quiet -good for your dogs as lots of outside space for them -no internet and very limited reception for your phone -nice pond with ducks and geese outside your door so you felt right back with nature - only niggle found bed a little uncomfortable-had a good holiday -easy access to some stunning cotswolds villages and nice pubs nearby

Another fantastic holiday at Jackdaws Roost.

Never disappoints. Hayley and Chris are to be applauded for providing such rustic,quaint accomodation. Perfect location. Highly reccomend.

The most idyllic place, the pond outside hosts a wealth of wildlife and was a pleasure to behold.

The property is quirky yet absolutely serene, this place really gets under your skin. We will be back. Fantastic hosts.

Really enjoyed our stay at Jackdaw's Roost.

It's in a very quiet location with the advantage of minimal mobile signal onsite so you can actually relax! It's a rural setting so if you love wildlife, walking and whisper-quiet evenings, you'll love it. Hayley & John are attentive hosts but not intrusive and we're contactable if needed. We took our dog and it was great to see he enjoyed the surroundings as much as us in an enclosed & safe area. Definitely honed his hunting & digging skills! It's well-priced and the bloomer, eggs & milk provided were most welcome & set the tone forv4bdays R & R.

Tranquil and absolute bliss, hope to return someday.

Our 3rd visit to Jackdaws Roost and for two weeks this time, even two weeks is not enough of this magical cottage and its surroundings.

The whole place is just full of lovely touches and artefacts. The owners Hayley and Chris have put so much thought into creating this oasis of beauty. The pond with its geese, duck and ducklings and the magic of seeing a Kingfisher close up was just amazing. Hope to return soon, thank you all. Anne, John and Ghillie the cockapoo

What an amazing place outdoor and inside really beautiful great for off grid really nice welcome bread milk eggs.

Only one issue which to be honest was a problem was the bed it was so uncomfortable the wife after two nights spent the rest of the holiday sleeping on the sofa and I slept up on the mezzanine on cushions. The wife has now been to the doctors and being treated for sciatica

The property is as described, the setting is beautiful, tranquil and very well maintained in a natural way.

The property is immaculate and the welcome pack of bread, eggs, teabags and milk a lovely touch. There is enough wifi to send and receive WhatsApp messages and I did manage a phone call in the garden. Essential for us as we had teenagers at home we wanted to be contactable for. The one big downside was the bed. I accept thiis is a personal perfences but neither myself nor my wife have back problems but did after the first night. The mattress is an open coil incredibly soft one that left both of us unable to sleep well due to discomfort. We put the mattress on the floor for the second night which helped. In doing so we noticed the frame of the bed had two large notice boards, still with drawing pins in them, acting as a base for the mattress which certainly didn't given much support. I'm happy to accept looking at other reviews that this isn't a problem for others but if you do have any back issues this is certainly not the place to stay. If the mattress were to be upgraded I would return in a heart beat but as it stands we are returning home more tired than Iwe arrived. Such a shame Jackdaws roost is perfect in evry other way.

Wonderful stay and everything was A1.

Contact with the host was easy and efficient. The cottage itself just as described, we loved loved loved it. Its location was very convenient for our needs, so peaceful and quiet. Everything was as pictured and / or described, and we happily survived the evenings with no WIFI and/or mobile reception. We cannot wait to be back.

An amazing relaxing break away from the world.

No phone reception or WiFi is a good thing. This is a lovely converted dairy barn surrounded by fields. The barn has everything you could need. We loved watching the birds from the many windows, which made it bright and airy. Great welcome pack with bread, milk and eggs. I soon got used to using a stool to get into the high Victorian bed! We feel so relaxed after our stay and will definitely be back.

What an amazing place.

It had everything needed, and along with it the most quirky charm and comfortable bed!! It was so peaceful. Stayed for a week and didn’t even close the curtains, waking up to such calm was perfect. We even changed our plans and didn’t go out in the car for 3 days, as why waste such a lovely place. Even the Dog didn’t want to leave !!

Fantastic cosy fairytale cottage.

Everything had been thought about and provided for guests use. Although listing does say no internet there is mobile signal in various places found in the cottage. Very comfy, loved the wall of windows and fabulous log burner. Boot room perfect for drying dogs and storage.

It's a beautiful quirky place to stay if you like to get away from it all.

It's so peaceful and quiet. The sofa and bed were very comfortable and the geese are just gorgeous ! there's no WiFi or phone signal, which wasn't a problem for us. The welcome pack was a lovely touch, and Monty enjoyed the dog biscuits! A brilliant rustic stay, I would definitely recommend it.

Beautiful old building.

Brimming with history and a feeling of total peace of mind and quiet reflection. From the Victorian photographs, the iron bedstead, it is a beautiful experience. Hayley and Chris are fantastic hosts and are very kind people. Despite the cold and wet January weather the warmth and hospitality out weighed it all. We would love to return to Gloucestershire's own Shangri-la soon as we can. This place is wonderful for dogs too. Loki and Bluebell were really relaxed and enjoyed every minute.

We had a week stay over new year, WOW what an absolute gem of a place, so quirky & so cozy & warm, even on rainy days it was amazing, no WiFi just made it all the better what a complete break away to unwind xx will 100% be coming back x

Jackdaw's Roost is sheer bliss!

Situated in such a quiet spot with such beautiful surroundings; the pond, the geese, honey bees, and an array of old vehicles and decorative items all from a bygone age who could ask for more! The property is lovingly decorated, comfortable, warm and cosy with all you need provided for the perfect stay. It is our second visit and hopefully will not be our last. Close to Cheltenham and Tewkesbury you and get busy if you want to!

This was our second visit and it was just as good as the first.

We had a very relaxing time and left feeling really refreshed. The barn is full of character and the woodburner helps make it very cosy. Amazingly comfortable bed. Eggs, bread and milk were a nice touch. There is an enclosed garden area for the dogs. Our two black labradors also thoroughly enjoyed it! We will be returning again, hopefully soon...

An amazing stay once again.

It's now became our hidey-hole away from the world. Cannot wait for next years visit. Hayley and hubby have done an amazing job, they've pretty much thought of everything, even for our 4 legged friends aswell. Another holiday with no faults and being able to enjoy the log fire in these cold evenings, was just amazing again. Highly,highly recommend.

Absolutely lovely, peaceful, relaxing, clean and comfortable.

Very quirky and eco friendly, not for the 'must have wifi and 50inch tvs people!' Welcome pack and dog treats were a nice touch and very much appreciated. Excellent communication from Hayley including information prior to our visit of a road closure. Only tiny negative is a shower curtain or screen would have been good. We have already recommended to some friends.

Jackdaws roost is an absolute gem a credit to Hayley and her husband.

We knew it was quirky by the pictures but were unprepared for how fabulous it was. A nice welcome pack for our arrival, thankyou. Clean, cosy, quiet, restful, the surounding area is perfect for dogs lots of places to go and local dog friendly pubs. Could not of been more perfect, without a doubt we will be returning.

This property is so peaceful, its very soothing, it felt very homely right from the start.

It's a great base for the area. We loved taking an early morning stroll around the grounds before heading off for the day. Inside, there's nothing more needed. Such a beautiful, tranquil place to stay. We loved it.

Lovely quirky cottage , fully equipped with all home comforts.

Beautiful setting totally unspoilt. Good information given about what’s around locally it’s situation is ideal around lovely local villages which are quaint and all worth a visit. Great food in local pubs too. All you could wish for. So dog friendly a total home from home. Great welcome pack too from the owners who were lovely

Wonderful tranquility.

A great place to get away from the hustle of life and enjoy nature. Don't expect a phone signal though and if that is important to you then you are missing the point. Super location to get to all the bigger towns and Cities. Great walks for the fur babies but I would say younger children may have to be fully attended with the pond and farm equipment so close by. Interesting array of old cars dotted around and the barn itself is exquisite in is charm and style. Got to know the ducks and geese very well too. Well worth a stay.

A lovely peaceful cottage in a beautiful setting.

Ideal as a starting point for walks along the river Severn and exploring the Cotswolds. The only thing lacking was Wifi.

Lovely totally relaxed holiday, in this beautiful out of the way property.

A real retreat. The lack of wifi and phone signal was a blessing, we had already made an itinery of paces to go. Plenty of signal once away fom the property if you need it. We loved the geese and quirky vehicles hidden in amongst the grass, The propert had a beautiful feel to it. Our hosts were equally lovely and on hand for any queries, not that we had any at all.

As always, had a great week at Jackdaws Roost!

With our thanks

There is a hot spot for the internet but it's not brilliant but I was glad of the peaceful rest from being bombarded with dribble.

.I spent time with my dog daughters painting and drawing this wonderful building wishing I could stay longer. Magical healing holiday home for two its worth dropping out of the rat race and reconnect with yourself and nature. Had free eggs on arrival tea and sugar and a bottle of milk very nice touch Thank you xxx

Our second visit to Jackdaws and the magic, peace and ambience is simply out of this world.

So much thought and care has gone into this property. It is a credit to the owners who have created this beautiful haven for us humans and wildlife too. So much so we have already booked for next year, and two weeks at that. Can’t wait to get back to this special place!

Absolutely beautiful place in stunning surroundings a definite must for anyone who wants to get away from it all.

I loved it so much and managed to decompress before heading back to the real world. The bed was so comfortable it felt like sleeping on a cloud. Everything floor to ceiling we loved the whole quirkiness of it all blew me away, and I loved waking up to my geeses every morning, talking to them while I had my cup of tea. We will most definitely will be back later this year, I've decided its my place I'm going to use to have my peace and quite come rain or shine, thankyou for letting us share it with you, regards kelly an jase

Absolutely stunning place, its like going back in time 60 years.

It was spotlessly clean, ( we couldnt see one single cobweb up in those old beams), full of oldy worldy charm but with all the mod cons you need for a few days away. Really enjoyed staying here.

A stunning place in an incredible setting.

A chance to relax in comfort with no phone or wifi. Haley and Chris are so thoughtful. The accommodation provides everything you could possibly need for a perfect stay and the cottage itself is simply beautiful. Great location for lots of long dog walks. Will definitely return.

Outstanding.

Design well thought out, everything is interesting and comfortable. Everything is provided. Local area has so much to offer, indoors, outdoors, history, culture, walking, shopping, and so on. Very close to dozens of villages and towns worth visiting. Peaceful - off signal for Internet and phones. Resident geese let you know if anything is happening near by. Friendly hosts, and lovely welcome pack.

The tranquility broken only by the gorgeous four geese on the pond quaking was delightful.

We loved the grounds with a surprise to look at from every angle - 'Darling Buds of May' springs to mind. Will hopefully visit again at the end of the year. The property is a little gem - talk about get a way from it all and a fantastic reminder of days gone by but with all the creature comforts of today and with a very limited mobile phone signal was a blessing! Being close to Tewksbury, Cheltenham, Stow-on-Wold and Bourton-on-the Water was great. Did not get to visit Broadway, which we were assured was really worth a visit but will visit that next time. The only down was that most of the public footpaths are difficult to navigate, as you need to lift your dog over styles so if you have a larger dog this can prove to be difficult if not somewhat muddy! Thankfully, the grass verges close by were wide enough for my dog to run on with plenty of sniffs as well as being quiet - The Leigh is lovely tranquil Hamlet with no through traffic. Can't really put into words how much we loved it.

absolute gem of a place !

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This was our second visit we just love Jackdaw’s Roost.

Hayley & Chris are so welcoming and helpful and the accommodation is just perfect. We will see you again

Such a fantastic find, this is so unique compared to other places we have visited.

A very clean and wonderful place to stay, very peaceful and cozy, my wife and I stayed for a week with our Labrador and we all thoroughly recommend that you experience this tranquil and very interesting property. We were lucky enough to meet the owners and they are such pleasant and lovely people. The visitors book is filled with nothing but happy and great comments from others who have stayed here, many of them several times and we will be joining them in repeating our stay here in the future. A great Property and very highly recommended.

We had a great time.

Truly different experience with lots of wonderful touches in the property. We wanted peace and quiet and that’s what we had.

Jackdaws Roost has the wow factor as soon as you arrive, we had the most relaxing stay, Jackdaws is so comfortable, clean, spacious, and warm, the decor is absolutely stunning & the bed was so comfortable I didn’t want to get out!

! Watching the geese & ducks from the bridge crossing was so lovely, the gifts of bread, milk & fresh eggs was a lovely touch & much appreciated. Village neighbours were all very pleasant whilst out for a walk or passing in your car, Jackdaws Roost is a place that you don’t want to leave after your stay, we will definitely come back. Thank you so much Hayley & Chris.

We had a very comfortable stay over New Year 23/24.

The accommodation was exactly as described. Quirky and remote allowing complete relaxation. Dog treats and a welcome pack very well received. Such a shame the weather was so wet as we couldn’t really explore the surrounding area. Two white dogs and lots of mud not conducive!

Thoroughly lovely place to relax and unwind.

Will return.

One of the most authentic and quirky cottages we have stayed in.

We loved it from the moment we stepped in. Plenty of space for muddy boots and dogs. The whole place is extremely cosy and was lovely and warm when we arrived. The bed was amazing, I felt like I was sleeping on a cloud. It was nice to have a safe enclosed garden for our dogs who also loved the cottage. We are so glad we found this little gem of a place. Thank you so much for having us.

Had a lovely holiday in jackdaws already looking to go back beautiful comfortable and spotlessly clean we loved both indoors and outdoors and thought all the cars and farming items made the ambience fantastic every time you looked inside and out you saw a different little item that fit perfectly with the cottage would highly recommend Thankyou for a great holiday x

This quirky retreat was just how we imagined it to be.

Peaceful and relaxing with everything you need. The bed was so comfortable and the hosts left lots of goodies which were very much appreciated. The property was so close to The Cotswold and surrounding areas that there was so much to see and do. We were concerned about the flooding and rain during our trip but Hayley the host was very quick to reassure us that all was fine.

Jackdaw’s is the most beautiful, quirky, clean and comfortable place we’ve ever stayed.

I loved the little bridge over the pond with the friendly geese and ducks it really was the most serene and relaxing holiday. Lots of villages to explore and great area for dog walking. Highly recommended you will not be disappointed

Another fantastic and relaxing stay at Jackdaws Roost.

This is fast becoming our weekend or long stay retreat. Hayley and Chris are a lovely couple and very knowledgeable about the area if you need to know about certain things. Winchcombe is a lovely village with Suderley Castle but they don't allow dogs in the house or gardens. The Cafe will. But the walks around there are lovely. The cottage is warm and cosy, milk bread and tea bags are provided but other people have also left other things like salt and pepper and coffee if you need it. The dog biscuits and blanket is a nice touch. We always take our own dog covers to put on the furniture just incase they jump up. The little video player works well. Only 1 gripe wish there were more teaspoons as there is only 2. We are now looking to book our 3rd trip back there as you couldn't wish for a more pleasant stay.

Just left Jackdaws Roost, we have used Sykes for a long time and they have never let us down, the same applies with Jackdaws Roost at Leigh near Cheltenham.

Husband is a petrol head so that was him happy looking at all the nostalgic vehicles. There are four of the most friendly geese who greeted us every time we came home, I say home because we wish it was. Jackdaws Roost is so warm, clean and comfortable. We saw so much wildlife. There are beehives in the orchard making the finest honey. Brought back happy memories of a quieter way of life. Jackdaws Roost calms the mind and in years to come this will be a gift to those who need love in their soul, this what the owners have created PEACE! All we experienced this week was wonderful, nature thriving at its best. Everything we needed was there in Jackdaws Roost. It was lovely in the evening watching the Geese make there way from the pond to the old barn door waiting for Hayley to put them in safely until the morning (goose poo is just grass and does not smell) there was no poo near the cottage. The area is beautiful with lots of things to do and everything you need is nearby. Great little pubs with good food, dog and people friendly staff. Ghillie our Cockapoo made lots of new friends and loved his many walks. We can’t wait to return! Finally to the owners thank you for allowing us to spend our first holiday in the magical Jackdaws Roost, please don’t change a thing! Anne, John Todd & River Ghillie the dog.

Bed too springy for two persons

Greeted by 4 geese pecking at our heels but walking our fox-terrier back and forth on a short lead over the next 2 days soon encouraged them to stay away.

Enchanted by the interior when we entered but we were never comfortable on the sagging furniture. Adequate provision of utensils etc for two people. There are 2 chairs sited by the pond but one has a broken seat. The parking is adequate but difficult to turn in when both cars are there – ours and the occupant of Crow’s Cabin which is just the other side of the barn. The paths are slippery when wet and can be difficult to navigate as they are overlaid with grass and goose poo - we were assiduous in the use of poo-bags for our dog and for which there are bins in the village, but drew the line at the goose poo. The small yard (garden?) for the cottage is difficult to access via the side of the house as the access to the side is uneven, on different levels and has obstacles in the way. It is mainly old cement overlaid with a layer of encroaching grass and two raised flower beds with a mix of a few plants and weeds but several troughs and tanks of stagnant water dotted around the yard give an unpleasant odour on a warm day. Interesting experiment in ‘wilding’ to ‘encourage nature’ and I would encourage all those who espouse re-wilding to visit as it clearly does not work. The green swards shown in the details no longer exist as they have been taken over by brambles, nettles and rank grass except where the geese graze. The paddock behind the property has a path the width of a lawn-mower cut round the perimeter, presumably for walking the dog, but otherwise the paddock is inaccessible and bramble suckers trip the unwary. At least the wilderness had the benefit of almost hiding many of the rusty old vehicles dotted around the place. The overall result of the ‘wilding’ has been to give absolute silence, broken occasionally by the coo-ing of a couple of doves, the tweeting of a few sparrows, the chirping of a lone bluetit and the drone of several light aircraft which fly over. Apart from the geese and a couple of ducks there was no sign of life in the pond – no skaters, maiden-flies or other insects rippled the surface. A lone squirrel was seen on our last morning but this was the only sign of small animals – no rustlings in the undergrowth to disturb the silence, no hoot of an owl hunting at night and no interest in the undergrowth shown by our fox-terrier. Even the weathercock on the roof seemed to have given up as, surrounded by encroaching ivy, it was stuck facing the dying sun in the west. In fact we really liked the property and it is certainly full of character, but there was no comfort and the ‘large windows’ only give views of the overgrown paddock. It could be so much better. There were some issues with the plumbing, for which we left a note. Overall the owners seem to have got complacent and really need to up-date the details and to get to grips with maintenance, both inside and out before someone has an accident. They also need to give much more thought to the planting if they really want to encourage wildlife, rather than using it as an excuse to do nothing.

Jackdaw roost gave us a wonderful week in a wonderful area.

The cottage was perfectly well equipped and the peace & quiet was enveloping. We had a very warm welcome from the geese family who were most entertaining. First time in The Cotswolds and so very impressed with the picture postcard villages, beautiful. Highly recommended (bring plenty of bread!! Beryl & Paul Saggers

Just right me the wife and

The cottage was wonderfull in a lovely setting.

It was great to just walk out of the door sit by pond and watch geese . Great base for visiting cotswolds. Phone signal at bit doggie And no Internet wich can be a problem. Will were staying we had problem with our cat breaking down . Both Chris & Halliy were so helpful even to the point of allowing us to set an extra night in there other property which was available. Couldn't thank them enough. Would definitely recommend .and will be back

Lovely cottage - but in DIRE need of maintenance THROUGHOUT!

! The "rustic" nature of the facility that initially attracted us hadong since passed into "neglect". Bare minimum of (non matching) cutlery, crockery, utensils, as an example - and the TV was only able to receive 1 Freeview ensemble (even in the best of weather as the antenna appears to be simple wedged between the gutter and a bush! Despite the blurb saying that mobile reception was "Rural /Patchy" even climbing as high as possible in the property we could not achieve even 1 bar (on 02 / Sky / Tesco). Very worrying state of affairs as our 11 year old was on her 1st guide camp and we could not be contacted if there were any problems. Hence every few hrs we had to drive at least 2 miles to check emails / messages.

We very much enjoyed our stay in this unusual building.

Just a couple of improvements could be made. The seat cushions on the settee and chair need replacing. A tea pot would be a good addition. Milk bread and free range eggs on our arrival were much appreciated.

Loved this cottage.

Such a lovely clean and quirky place. The geese were a welcoming sight every day. Our dog enjoyed his walks all around the area and the welcoming pack was a bonus.

Our second visit, such an amazing place to stay so unique, would recommend Jackdaws Roost 100%, the only thing we would have like would be the Internet, we like to plan outings and routes the night before.

Very comfortable stay in beautiful surroundings, very peaceful and quirky which we loved.

highly recommend this property. Denise and Trevor

Not suitable for elderly or disabled.

Poorly lit step from utility/bathroom to kitchen /bedroom living area. (Suggest painting white strip at edge of step). minimal crockery available ie: only three teaspoons/cereal bowls). Need a step to get onto high bed from floor so that is dangerous. Garden overgrown, and not for people with poor balance or mobility as you have to negotiate weeds, stones and wooden barriers.. Weeds 1 foot high even at front door which is not a good first impression… paddock for dog walk un/usable as grass far too high. Walk to nearest shop or pub along main road in both directions (with no pavement in places ) so unsafe.

A really spacious quirky cottage.

Enjoyed the unusual and antique fixtures. Wouild definitely recommend as a get away for couples

We had a lovely stay at Jackdaw’s Roost.

The property was very interesting and had everything we needed. We had a very enjoyable holiday and the location was accessible to many beautiful places to visit. Thank you

The place is amazing and even more so with the fact that there is NO signal for Wi-Fi/5G/4G and only a slight 3G signal which means no interruptions just pure peace and relaxation, the only little gripe which stops a full on 5stars is the wood for burner, the listing states that all the fuel is provided, but the book in the accommodation states that the first basket is free and further baskets are £5 each, this basket is not the same basket as in the pictures and is substantially smaller and doesn’t hold a quart of wood which is a days worth, given the temp over the weekend we were there (60mph winds and icy rain) the one basket provided lasted 4hours….

Apart from this little problem the place is outstanding and we would gladly stay again.

Jackdaws Roost is a very unusual & unique property.

First impressions were slightly surprising due to the olde worlde feeling of the accommodation and the surrounding buildings, ie. Old buildings & barns, which at first sight made the property feel slightly creepy. However, after the initial surprise and after a good night sleep, we were able to appreciate the uniqueness and enjoy the surrounding area. The property was relatively clean, very warm and with good provision of cooking implements and ample seating and a lovely welcome pack of bread, eggs, coffee etc. and dog biscuits, which were very much appreciated by our two dogs. The property is petfectly suitable for accessing lots of lovely walks around the area and is for exploring the surrounding towns & villages and the fully enclosed garden was perfect for our dogs who could have a run around in complete safety. There's is no internet at the property and phone signal was very hit & miss but this provided us with a complete break from the normal daily routine enabling us the peace and quiet needed for a fully relaxing break. We really enjoyed our stay at Jackdaws Roost and would recommend it to anyone wanting a break with rest and relaxation being their main priority, in a quirky and unusual setting.

This is such an amazing place to stay!

There is not one negative thing to say about it. We had such a lovely and relaxing time here. We loved the quirkiness of the place and the welcome we received from the geese! The welcome pack was a lovely touch. We would thoroughly recommend Jackdaws Roost if you want to get away from it all.

Had a lovely week just before Christmas.

Would definitely stay again. Very dog friendly.

Possibility of the inclusion of more towels.

Also just to advise that a couple of items of crockery were cracked. Also alteration of the Boiler Times could do with adjusting. Overall will definitely be returning in 2023 for a longer stay as we both enjoyed the area and the tranquillity of this Cottage

We visited Jackdaws Roost for our 36th wedding anniversary and we were in awe of the place.

Clean, comfy, warm, quirky and unusual. But it was the most quiet and peaceful place we have stayed in, except for the Geese who greeted you everytime you ventured out. Hayley and Chris are lovely people, who also have an Antique shop so that's where they get their items that are in the cottage. The bed was so comfy that once I managed to get in it I disappeared like quicksand under the covers. The dogs were welcomed with blankets, treats and towels. The WiFi doesn't work well but then you learn to talk to each other or read or just walk. Hayley left us some fresh eggs, bread and milk to give us a cuppa once we arrived. Nearest petrol station is 5mins down the road at Coombe Hill with a Morrisons store. But we have rebooked to come back again next October and stay longer this time!.

Had a wonderful, relaxing, week at Jackdaw's Roost.

The cottage was a fantastic get-away-feom it all with Tewkesbury and a local pub not far away at all. I thoroughly recommend this quintessential cottage with everything you need and nothing you don't to unplug. Hayley and Chris were both really friendly and helpful too.

Loved the place from arrival until departure.

Cosy and quiet and just perfect for our needs. Would stay again without worries, cant be more positive.

Beautiful location, really enjoyed our 4 nights stay.

We did however struggle with the bed, a bit too soft for us. The dogs loved the garden and the surrounding walks. Everyone very friendly

Wow beautiful, quirky such an amazing hide away.

We didn’t want to come home. Will def be returning.

An absolute stunning property.

Ideal get away location. Beautifully presented, everything you need is there.

A lovely place to relax and unwind.

The dogs settled in very well but they couldn't run around much as the grass was overgrown around the building and in the adjacent field. Extremely clean and well equipped place. Nice to see the geese and they were well behaved. Thank you for a nice break away and would certainly recommend to others. John & Jennifer, Dixie and Tina:)

We had fantastic break.

Quirky place inside and out. So comfy. Loved watching the geese , heron and kingfishers on the pond . Garden needed a little love, stinging nettles but I know they way out in country . Also was worried dog would jump in pond as no gate to keep him from crossing bridge on barn side. No WiFi and phone signal , but we didn't care , we had to talk to each other, so make sure you plan your break before you leave home. Lovely walks around, villagers really friendly . Lovely walk to Red lion for Sunday lunch. All in all perfect perfect.

outstanding cottage/barn conversion.

very clean,comfortable.so much to see been very quirky in the cottage and outside too,the welcome pack of bread,milk and eggs was a nice touch.so secluded and you feel safe/secure at the property,the book with the instructions/advice was very helpful and well presented on entry to the boot room,met the owner(hayley),very welcoming and polite.the geese are secured each evening and let out on a morning,but your not disturbed at al. the only thing is finding it for the 1st time,(signpost)at end of lane may of helped,but there be a reason for this all in all been a pleasure to stay..

A truly fantastic cottage in an amazing setting.

A real escape! The only drawback for us was the bed was too soft, leaving me with an aching back in the mornings - other than that it is perfect. Thank you.

We had a wonderful 4 nights at Jackdaw's Roost for our honeymoon.

The cottage itself is quirky and unique but also incredibly warm and comfortable with everything we needed. A great enclosed garden for our dogs was just outside as well as a larger paddock and the pretty pond with geese and ducks was great to sit next to in the sunshine. Just a 40 minute drive from the Forest of Dean for some great walks. We will definitely be back if we are in the area again.

We had a brilliant weeks break in January, so quiet and peaceful, unable to find any negatives about the cottage really comfy and quirky friendly and helpful owners,great dog walks around the friendly village, will be returning.

A warm ,welcoming and quirky cottage .

Well provisioned with enough to see you through your stay . You can see that much thought and effort has been spent on getting this old dairy parlour so comfortable. We enjoyed watching the birds from the windows, even a kingfisher fishing in the eel pond out front. A relaxing retreat.

Very comfortable and relaxing.

We’ve already booked it again.

Loved everything, found it a bit hard to find (even used what 3 words).

Excellent for stargazers and bird watching. Would return again.

A great place to stay and unwind, good base for exploring the local surroundings.

really friendly hosts, would definitely stay again

Provided milk, bread & eggs.

Sufficient cleaning products & toilet roll. Beautiful quirky accommodation in peaceful surroundings

The cottage was cosy and surrounding environment is perfect.

Perfect in every way - delightful cottage- furnishings well suited - well equipped- excellent facilities & perfect hosts

Jackdaws Roost is so quirky, set in a perfect rural setting, highly recommend this cottage

Great time had at this cottage.

The lack of wi fi and non existent phone signal a bit of a negative

Wonderful place to stay,quiet and peaceful.

Hayley and Chris were wonderful hosts,nothing was too much trouble.The welcome pack was lovely and gratefully received.If you want to relax and soak up the beautiful countryside then this is the place to be.

Jackdaws Roost is in a wonderful location with charming character and ample facilities.

The upstairs nook can take an inflatable double bed. The vintage style and furnishings are perfect and really capture the atmosphere of life in the past. A cosy and spectacular find to suit anyone with a love of old items and the pond has to be the most attractive feature to be found anywhere. Hayley and Chris went out of their way to ensure that everything was to hand and ran smoothly. Great characters and generous hosts. A holiday to treasure in the Cotswolds.

The cottage is quirky and fabulous, the little touch of eggs, bead and apple juice was just lovely.

Great location, very peaceful, cottage was lovely and spacious , well laid out and extremely clean, it would be good to have a better shower option though, even an outdoor one would suit this property, however that wouldn,t stop me going back again.

Lovely cottage in a quiet setting.

It was very quirky with some real oddities dotted around the place. It was nice hearing and seeing the geese wandering around every day. There was also bread, milk and locally sourced apple juice and eggs on arrival which was lovely. The cottage was also really warm.

Lovely little break, a required escape from the ratrace.

Unexpected fresh farm eggs and homemade apple juice on arrival from the lovely host Hayley :)

What a great place !

Needs a shower fitted and the path should have been cleared of mud and grass to allow clean access.

The lovely peaceful surroundings.

Everything in cottage was to a high standard . cosy bed , warm fire what more could you want ! The dog enjoyed her treats and walks around the area. A perfect place to de stress and unwind . would love to return one day .

An absolutely stunning, cosy and quirky cottage in a fantastic setting, complete with its own gaggle of geese.

... Beautiful surroundings for exploring, and an added bonus of only being a 3 min drive to the nearest shop or pub. Everything you need is very close by...... The welcome pack of bread, milk, eggs and apple juice was an added bonus, and Hayley was very helpful and accommodating. Don't hesitate in booking...its magical, even with Storm Dennis overhead...we loved it and will definitely be back.

The friendly host has provided a unique holiday getaway, full of character and charm.

The rustic surroundings might not suit everyone but that’s their loss. We intend to return.

We spent a wonderful Christmas at Jackdaw's Roost.

There were beautiful decorations and a welcome pack all ready for us which was lovely. The decor and quality of furnishings is superb and the setting - over the bridge surrounded by geese and the farm - is idyllic. The woodburner was a treat, and we were so cosy all week. Hayley was wonderful throughout - from texting us beforehand to let us know about weather (it was incredibly wet!) to providing us with extra 'Christmas' logs. There was everything we needed - even enough kitchen equipment for me to cook a full Christmas dinner! It was one of the loveliest places we've ever stayed - we'd thoroughly recommend it.

Quaint little place, very comfortable, good location, we really enjoyed our stay, just a pity about the weather, would recommend, Paul and Linda

We very much enjoyed staying at Jackdaws Roost.

Check in time was 3pm but we where allowed to check in much earlier. When arriving at the barn we were greeted with doggy essentials, milk , bread , fresh eggs and apple juice which was totally unexpected. We couldn't get the heating to come on straight away so we called for help and Hayley turned up within minutes to sort it out! We thought long and hard what to write about on this review and we think that the description on the land around the barn should be in more detail. We felt very uneasy at night due to the old, abandoned vehicles and caravans around the land, and due to little lighting during the night time - maybe just that we're not used to it, but definitely made us feel a little unsettled, including the dog. The barn itself is decorated to such a high standard and was immaculately clean. Overall, very good stay... just for future, others to be aware that the land is very large and vast, so to be prepared if sleeping somewhere like this is not what you're used to.

Fantastic rustic and quirky cottage.

Welcome pack for us and the dogs, everything needed was there. Very good location. Highly recommend as a peaceful retreat.

Beautiful place and friendly owners.

Just amazing! We had the best four days with our dogs.

Absolutely loved this place, it was the perfect place to relax and escape from it all.

A lovely welcome with bread, milk, fresh eggs, apple juice and dog treats, dog bowls, dog blanket, bed and towels. Perfect! Would highly recommend for anyone wanting peace and quiet.

Beautiful and quirky and very comfortable ideal Base to visit the cotswolds but the garden let the cottage down

What a wonderful place , probably the best cottage we have booked

We had the most enjoyable stay at Jacksaw's Roost, the property is just as described unique and quirky.

If like us you like something a little different then you should book a stay at this property. Conveniently situated to reach the Cotswolds/Cheltenham and the Forest of Dean we enjoyed several days out returning to sit around the pond watching the resident geese and wildlife with a glass of wine in hand. So peaceful and quiet yet amenities close by, can recommend the farm shop and Gloucester Sausage Company at Coombe Hill for fresh local produce. The welcome pack of eggs,milk,bread and fresh apple juice were much appreciated and delicious so much so we brought eggs back home with us. The owners Chris and Hayley are so helpful and friendly we wish them well with their new ventures.

If you like quirky(we certainly do) this is the place for you.

We loved it and so did the dogs. Made more special by the lovely welcome package, their free range eggs were lovely.Would definitely think about going back one day

Picture doesn’t do the place justice, amazing get away me hubby and out two 15yr old dogs wow loved every minute and the owners are amazing thank you for everything xx

Jackdaws Roost is a mad place and it was a pleasure to stay there.

The cottage is a converted dairy constructed with re-cycled timbers and with plenty of character in the décor and surrounding grounds. Access is via a wooden bridge over the pond at the front, or a short walk around the end of the pond and in the gate at the side. The one-room kitchen/lounge/bedroom layout gave a nice open feel to the cottage with plenty of room for two of us with two dogs. Much of the internal structure has been left as it was with fixtures and fittings from a bygone age still in place, giving an odd but quirky appearance to the whole living area which was pleasing as every day a new hook, nail or oddity was found. The kitchen and bathroom are modern and fitted out well with room to move around carrying out daily tasks in comfort. The entrance 'boot room' can be used as a cloakroom and dog drying area as well as general storage area for those items not needed in the main housing area. Outside at the back is a secluded and very private patio area with large covered seating place and built in barbeque, as well as a small adjacent field for exercising the dogs or a short relaxing walk. All of the outside is fenced in, preventing the dogs from wandering away. I would recommend a stay here and might even go back myself one day. Thanks to Chris for constructing such a mad place, and to Hayley for the personal touches which made our arrival, and stay, all the more welcoming.

We had a great stay in this unique cottage.

It was everything that was promissed and more! Also a very good location for exploring the Cotswolds and the Malvern Hills.

Absolutely amazing property.

The grounds are utterly beautiful and very relaxing and secluded, and the geese are wonderful companions. The property itself is gorgeously converted and decorated/furnished, with an eclectic and bohemian style that says an awful a lot about the taste and skill of the owners. The home is fully equipped with all utensils and a wonderful welcome gift of milk, apple juice from a local orchard, a loaf of bread (sorry, i am gluten intolerant so couldn't eat it) and fresh eggs from the chickens that roam in the village. The owners are wonderful and extremely helpful and welcoming, and not intrusive in any way. Overall i would have to give this cottage the highest recommendation, and will definitely return if i ever have the opportunity again. Two little things which are no major problem but are worth noting; firstly there is no wi-fi which given that mobile service in the home was almost non-existent would have been useful, but not a major issue and actually was quite nice to be forcibly disconnected; and second, in the bathroom the tile should be sealed where it meets the bath as there was a bit of leakage and i would hate to see accumulated water ruin the lovely rugs there. This is an absolute gem, and i would stay again in an instant, even if the price doubled!

As soon as you walk in the wow factor is fantastic, the holiday was relaxing quiet the cottage sat in its own grounds with open fields and a pond.

The geese guard the cottage in the day but were no problem. The cottage was very clean with everything and more to make our stay comfortable the bed was fantastic an old Victorian spring bed with a good mattress very comfortable. Our dog was welcomed with treats, biscuits, and a bed and a blanket. Milk, bread, eggs, and a nice bottle of apple juice greeted us on arrival the owners have gone above all expectations in our books well worth a stay to explore the surrounding area or just kick back and enjoy the peace and quiet.

'The Princess and the pea' bed (although very comfortable), the eclectic array of miss matched furniture that blend perfectly to form this zany, eccentric and stunning cottage made our stay far more interesting than any hotel.

We felt instantly at home....the crackle of the wood burner at night and strategically placed lamps create an ambience almost zen like. Sprawled in the oversized chair, glass of red in hand, I literally felt the stress of life drip off the end of my fingertips. The tranquillity of the surrounding outside space was pleasantly interrupted by bees humming around the lavender plants. woodpeckers in the trees, birdsong and the delightful geese roaming and honking. The owners left a fab manual of local walks, city days out, local areas of interest and farmers markets. Absolutely top drawer....highly recommended. Would be a great place for honeymooners looking to chill out after the stress of wedding planning.

We had a lovely stay at Jackdaw's Roost - the owners have created something rather special!

A converted milking parlour, tastefully reworked in a quirky but comfortable style. Good for dogs - the garden area front and rear is secure. The approach via the bridge over a pool is delightful. Property comes complete with a gaggle of geese! Lovely welcome treats for us and our dog. Can highly recommend.

The cottage itself was charming and comfortable, a little let down by the outside space.

I realise the bed was chosen in keeping with the vintage feel of the property but I did find it very high to get into, but it was comfortable once I managed to do that.

What a beautiful cottage!

We had the most amazing time for our wedding anniversary. The cottage was very clean and tidy, and very cosy. We couldn't have asked for anything more. Hayley was very accommodating and willing to help with any issues. We would highly recommend