Island Yurt

Lovely stay at the island yurt.

So peaceful so close to nature and wonderfully relaxing. The only negative is that the island yurt could really do with a deep clean.

We’ve have been coming to the yurt for 8 years.

It’s such a lovely tranquil place with a wealth of beautiful wildlife. We have seen deer, rabbits, otters, kingfishers, herons, cormorants, kites, buzzards, kestrels and lots of other birds. The view across the lake is so relaxing. The king size bed is extremely comfortable. You have everything you need in the yurt to be totally self contained. There are two coffee shops within walking distance and lots of peaceful walks. It’s a great place to bring a dog. Some of stuff is a bit tired, like the outside loungers for example. The bathroom cubicle could really do with a blind. For us the yurt represents great value and we have already booked again for next year. We have stayed at 2 of the other 3 yurts and would recommend those 2. You can’t see another yurt from yours, unless you venture out on the rowing boat.

Was amazing.

Was like we were on our own island so relaxing . Highly recommended.

Had a lovely weeks stay as always.

This was the first time in this yurt and the shower made all the difference. Thank you Sarah and Dave for your hospitality. Always look forwards to our stay .Sad the Geese aren't around but was nice to see the Swans ,Ducks and rest of the wildlife .

The bed was very low and the rails on the sides made it difficult to get in and out.

From the outside the property was a bit tatty, in need of a bit of TLC, however, on a plus side we didn't sit looking at the yurt, we gazed at the lake. We were concerned about our dog going through the fence to chase the geese, swans etc so we felt we had to block the gaps off with chairs and dustbins. It wasn't the best staycation but it certainly wasn't the worst either.

Could do with a good deep clean !

Could with lick of paint ! Just general maintenance is needed This is our 2 nd visit in 12 months and we thought it might have been cleaner ! We will not return !!

We have been coming here since it opened and found that it needs updating now I no you get cobwebs there but on book shelves and dusty floors outside furniture needs replacing all taped up with duck tape units inside need replacing now bar-b-que all rusty

It was an amazing experience, me and my partner loved and enjoyed how cosy and quiet it was.

The scenery and location is perfect, we loved having the ducks coming up to see us every morning on the decking. Everything was perfect, the bed was super cosy, the hot tub and sauna were relaxing, the boat was fun to row and explore the lake on. Overall it was an amazing little getaway, just perfect for recharging our batteries. Will 100% come back!

We enjoyed our week in the yurt immensely.

It was warm and cosy, the bed was comfortable and the kitchen part adequately equipped. The The screen and projector worked well and there were plenty of dvds. Everything was clean. We loved the hot tub on the patio. It was so peaceful, we saw a lot of different birds on the lake, and deer and pheasants in the grounds. Our little dog loved the walks.

We have stayed there before so we knew the pros and cons.

The cooker was still incomprehensible to me but I managed the hob this time. A problem we had with the projector was dealt with swiftly and efficiently. The position was lovely and the dog enjoyed his walks in the woods. It was so peaceful and great for watching birds.

Accommodation as described, lovely getaway.

Lakes were a lovely view but could do with better fishing facilities ie pegs and maybe a few bushes cut down on other lake to be able to cast out. Close for travelling to other areas. Owners very polite and helpful :)

Dirty and mouldy.

Worn out and tired. Not as advertised. Do not book this yurt. NO full refunds given

A lovely peaceful beautiful scenery with loads of birds, ducks and geese on show, A hidden little gem.

We had a warm welcome to the Yurt we stayed in.

It was private, clean, had everything we needed to enjoy our week away with our doggie in tow! Loved the wildlife, the bbq, hot tub and hot showers. Very friendly locals, happy to talk and gave us heaps of great eating out suggestions! Beckford postal cafe was lovely. Daily trips out were finished off by a relaxing evening in the Yurt. Felt like home from home! Thanks Sarah

Absolutely disgusting it was filthy dirty we paid for 7nights and stay 1

We really enjoyed our stay at the Island Yurt.

I had read through a lot of the previous feedback over the past couple of years and it came in handy, we prepared a few things which made our stay better. For people wondering whether this stay is for them: We found that the owners were very generous with facilities like the sauna, the hot tub, the row boat, the gas bbq, the firewood and brazier. No extra charges for these. Also immediate hot water, dishwasher and a powerful shower. Bed was comfy, with nice cotton sheets and feather duvet. It was super private, hidden away amongst the trees on the lake (2 other yurts on the lake but both hidden away only found when on the row boat!). The projector, dvd player set up was handy, it made us laugh that to keep the projector screen from flying up it needed to have the hot water bottle hung from it as a counter weight :) There was a nice shaded deck area to sit and also a covered porch and watch the ducks, geese, moorhens and swans float about the lake. If you can't bear spiders or bugs you would struggle here. You are in the trees and over the lake. Spiders in the yurt help keep the other bugs at bay so you just have to see them as part of your cleaning crew. This holiday was dog friendly, the yurt grounds had a gate which meant he was off the lead and able to mooch about as he liked. Also he really enjoyed his walks (mainly off the lead unless the geese were on the paths) around the lakes and through the grounds. Parking beside the yurt was very helpful. Also it is very close to the M5 (not so close to hear it, but perfect for getting around). We enjoyed visiting Stratford upon Avon, Evesham, Worcester and Gloucester cathedrals are dog friendly so when it got to 30 degrees we took our hairy black dog there to cool off. Cheltenham is also nearby. The upkeep of the outside of the yurt/porch looks like it has been challenging and it probably needs a bit more attention than a once over. Some feedback for the owners: 1. A window which can be opened in the bathroom would help massively with the damp and steam in there. 2. Consider at least obscuring the bathroom window, I have seen a lot of feedback about there not being a blind, opaque sticker would help (we took some paper and blutacked it over the window for privacy) 3. An insect screen on the kitchen window and an insect screen door into the yurt would have been very useful to help get air into the yurt without increasing the bugs and midges. We fashioned a midge net above the door ourselves otherwise we would have been roasted with the door shut or infested with bugs with the door open. 4. I have very bad reactions to insect bites so I always prep well and carry a large mosquito net (and this time a cheap metal pole gazebo) which we erected above the bed. This meant we didn't have to worry about midges through the night. It was nice to have what felt like a 4 poster bed. 5. We took our own telescopic duster to help clear some of the cobwebs from inside the yurt. 6. A hand towel and teatowel for the kitchen area would be useful (we should have asked you if you had some but we never got round to it) 7. We brought our own foldout chairs to use, but we loved the metal table and chair set outside, just consider providing thin cushions for those seats and they would be perfect. Overall we thought it was a quirky, relaxing holiday in an area we haven't been to before, which was good value and our dog had the best time. If we lived closer we would probably like to go back. Many thanks, Gaynor, Ian and Alfie x

This was a perfect place to unwind and relax, the property is beautiful inside and out, with everything you need for a relaxing stay.

We very, very rarely leave a negative review, however, we wish we had read between the lines of other reviews and noted the dates (often 8-10 years ago with few recent reviews), before booking the Island Yurt in Beckford.

We have stayed in yurts before and each time experienced a wonderfully relaxing break in a beautifully furnished yurt, clean, cosy and welcoming, set in idyllic countryside. There are four yurts in Beckford, erected over 10 years ago in 2014 and they have evidently never been dismantled or refreshed. The photos online appear idyllic, however, sadly do not reflect our experience. Fishing from the tired decking and landing a larger fish would have been extremely difficult given the old BBQ, overhead construction and hot tub in the way. The surrounding water was inaccessible, very overgrown and smelt stagnant. Several reviews reflect the reality as politely as possible and mirror the need for a deep clean and refurbishment, items that require attention or replacement, ageing decking and old fake grass matting, fly and grime-covered light bulb, rusty BBQ, ancient spider webs, vegetation overgrowth and the acrid stagnant smell that permeates the yurt and surrounding area. The owners appear friendly and offered to call someone out to fix the hob that wasn't working. The yurt had been cleaned inside and clean bedding, towels and robes are provided by a professional company. However, for a neutropenic cancer patient approaching more surgery the risk of infection was too great for my husband, so we didn't even unpack the car and sadly returned home. Extremely disappointing and no refund forthcoming on the basis that 'the owners couldn't smell anything'. This place could be so much better with some dedicated TLC and investment in the guests' holiday surroundings and experience.

Holiday was beautiful, weather was great.

Property exceeded expectations would never know that there were others holidaying nearby. Wildlife fantastic saw a kingfisher and many many gooses and ducks. Would go again

Perfect holiday!

We took inflatable kayaks and spent most of the holiday on the lakes. Surrounded by so much wildlife; ducks, geese, herons, black swans, deer, rabbits and smaller birds, we even saw some of the fish in the lakes. Yes, some things were a bit tired or broken, but it added to the charm for us. Perfect evenings spent on the deck with a fire and cooking on the barbecue! Owners were lovely and explained how things worked which was nice. Oh and I totally fell in live with the shower, the rainfall head was good, but the waterblade couldn't be beaten. The most perfect decompression holiday we have ever had. Definitely want to rebook for next year.

Best holiday I've had since 2012.

..I really hope whoever books this holiday has the same relaxing and brilliant time....will certainly book again in near future...Nick Cottage ( no pun there !! )

HI IT WAS NICE QUIET AND PEACEFUL A GOOD GET AWAY FROM IT ALL DESTINATION.

A FEW THINGS CAN DO WITH UPDATING APART FROM THAT IT WAS OK FOR ME BUT MY PARTNER DID NOT LIKE THE CREEPY CRAWLIES INSIDE THE ACCOMMODATION. A PLACE TO VISIT AGAIN

I’m hesitant to leave a bad review because the owners were lovely and very helpful but I want to leave a review that I wish I had seen before I booked, so I’m going to start with the good feedback first: - the owners are very kind, approachable, accommodating and helpful.

- the view was stunning and it was lovely to be so near the ducks and geese and swans everyday. - the hot tub was wonderful! We spent lots of time in it and we absolutely loved it. Okay, now the bad feedback: - it’s been commented on a lot and I have to say, most of the weight of my score is based around the cleanliness of the place. I’ve stayed in other yurts before, so I know what to expect, but it was very clear that the place doesn’t get a regular clean, or that it certainly doesn’t get a regular deep clean. The tops of the doorframes were thick with dust, we needed to look under the bed to plug a wire into the dvd player and it was the same under there, plus there were several very large spiders whose webs were clearly not fresh. When we walked in, the place smelled of bleach which was fine, but as the days went on, whatever the bleach was masking came out and became very unpleasant. My partner had to put tiger balm under his nose to mask the smell so he could sleep at night. I think, given the tariff of the yurt, as standard, the property should be properly cleaned in between every visit because a consistent upkeep of cleaning would 100% improve the cleanliness of the yurt. - the cleanliness also extends to the cooking tools: the outdoor bbq was full of spiders and when we lit the bbq, I think we may have burned a nest of spiders because there was a lot of popping and crackling. Not a cleaning issue with the fire pit but the grate was broken so we couldn’t make use of it. - the bathroom has no facilities to hold your toiletries or even a towel rack, which isn’t the biggest issue but it doesn’t reflect ‘luxury’. Plus there is no blind or curtain on the window in the bathroom, which isn’t ideal. - the bins are located in a drawer in the kitchen which is a few feet from the bed, so the smell starts to ripen where you sleep, quite quickly. - the sauna gave us an electric shock, so we stopped using it. To be fair, we didn’t report this to the owners because we forgot to. - the heater was temperamental - there were no basics to get you started, cooking-wise ie no salt, pepper, oil etc. We ended up leaving a day early and the owners didn’t even question it, so not sure how regularly that happens or if they just didn’t register that we were leaving early. If you’re looking for something rustic and outdoorsy, this will be perfect, but if you’re looking for ‘luxury’ I’m afraid to say this doesn’t live up to that standard, at all.

An amazing getaway hideout for our honeymoon.

We stayed on island Yurt for a week the setting is perfect and so peaceful. Our Yurt was clean and ready on arrival the owner met us and showed us around. Kitchen contains all pots, pans and cutlery with kettle, toaster and microwave with grill, fridge with small top freezer box and a dishwasher. Bathroom with good size shower and instant hot water, large comfy bed, sauna, hot tub, firepit, BBQ and reclining chairs all in a good outside space set on the scenic lake. A small area exists at the back of the Yurt for parking which is handy for unpacking and packing, there is also a small rowing boat with is fun to cruise around the lake. The wildlife around the lake is amazing with Australian Black swans, Canadian Geese, Heron, Squirrel and some of the most beautiful dragonfly you'll see. With permission the owners are happy for you to fish, caught lots of Roach and Rudd but not carp as conditions were extremely hot for the week. Location is ideal for exploring the cotswolds sited 10 miles north of Cheltenham with easy access to the A46 with Evesham and Tewkesbury Close by for shops. Had we not gone out exploring we wouldn't have seen a soul so peaceful is the location but owners on hand via a quick call if any queries. Wouldn't hesitate to rebook fantastic place.

Yurt is well furnished and bed very comfortable.

Hot tub was lovely and really enjoyed messing around in the little rowing boat on the lake! My husband swam every day, accompanied by the ducks and two black swans who all visited us everyday - they would have happily joined us IN the yurt had it not been for our dog, Mabel, who thought that was a step too far! Cooked jacket spuds and baked Camembert in the fire pit! A wonderful mix of ‘glamping’ and nature. Feel rejuvenated and ready to face reality! Will definitely go back!

We loved this week away, we haven't felt so relaxed for a long time.

Somethings looked a little tired, however once we settled in it was soon forgotten about. Loved it! Want a duck now though

What a lovely little holiday this was.

So relaxing and away from the world. Lovely local pubs and a nice fish and chips shop what we found 8mins up the road. Which was also nice. Inside the yurt wouldn't be everyone's cup of tea. But for us it was everything what we needed. My honest opinion tho, it could do with a good deep clean and abit of tlc in places but overall this didn't bother us. This is just feed back for the owner to take on board. We would still come back . Owner was very friendly and left us to put own accord. Top bloke. We did some fishing, the hub tub was lovely and sauna. We used the BBQ one night and the film projector kept us entertained on the rainy nights. The ducks are hungry little monkey and they would be waiting at the back door every morning waiting for some food. I love the wildlife so this was right up my street. I named a few of the ducks as they was pretty funny to watch. They obviously was very used to humans and they sat inches away from us. The family of goose and black swans came and visited us every day too. And the 2 herons sat close to there willow trees. So loads of wildlife to explore. We also had another yurt which my mum and dad stayed at. My dad's a big fishing guy and he caught some good sized fish. So there are some nice carp in there. Overall the surrounding kind of out lay the little points I said what need improving. But till would make a better experience next time. Thanks again and hopefully see you again in the future The mckeons And the head family's

The yurt was in a wonderful position , away from the rest of the world,with uninterrupted views of the lake and all the associated wildlife.

During our stay the weather was consistently foul so we were not able to use the outside cooking or relaxing facilities much but the hot tub was lovely during gaps in the rain. The projector was useful ,the fire was very efficient and the shower lovely and warm. Personally I found the cooking facilities quite complicated but that was a minor issue. The dog enjoyed sitting under the canopy watching all the wildlife and experiencing all the different smells on his walks. A good place for “ outdoor “ people.

We had a fantastic time, the yurt was very comfortable.

A few spiders but who cares they won't hurt you. The owner is very pleasant and helpful. It was nice to see Freddie again and we are looking forward to seeing him again. We have booked again for June 2024.

The yurt was clean and tidy, the surrounding area - lakes etc were so peaceful and quiet, we had a very relaxing time.

Took lots of wildlife photos. and my husband enjoyed the fishing. The owner was friendly and showed us around and how everything worked, Loved the hot tub, BBQ, pizza oven and the fire pit.

Absolutely the best holiday by far.

The area is beautiful and very quiet, we love seeing all the wildlife and of coarse the hot tub. Absolutely can’t wait to go back next year we have already booked and it will be our 5th year.

Absolutely stunning place.

Loved every minute. Would benefit from anual maintenance to repaint decking, prune trees, deep clean. Overall outstanding though

Oh the place was amazing, yurt really felt like home.

Could do with a deep clean and cover on toilet window. My partner was always in the sauna. We both enjoyed the jacuzzi. I used the little boat several times. Bbq and fire pit awesome. I fell in love with the black swans which came right over to see us everyday. The sounds of the trees, Lake and birds was magical. Thankyou for an amazing holiday x

Lovely peaceful, location.

Yurt is lovely.

The seclusion, privacy and closeness to wildlife was just what we wanted.

The bed was very comfy. Hot tub was wonderful. A few more items of basic crockety/glasses, rather than only two or three items of each. I would certainly go back again. Good food at Beckford but pricey. Gardener's Arms in a vilage a short dricve away is good.

Absolutely beautiful place, wonderful hosts Had an amazing relaxing weekend surrounded by nature, took a trip in the rowing boat, did a little fishing, drinks in the hot tub overlooking the lake was just wonderful The swans and ducks are brilliant Will be returning

Amazing place to stay the amount of my family and friends that want to come now I have gone is immense Their are comments on here which mention cleanenus but its glamping at the end of the day it's not meant to be 5 star level but it's not fair off to be honest , and everything you could need is there and its gorgeouse All the amenities are so helpful .

Love the shower room , host are absolutely lovely and helpful , any questions or calls are awsnerd to fast and promptly. We are going to book again .can not recommended enough was so nice and lovely I can see it being a yearly trip ^^

Absolutely stunning.

We loved everyday

Absolutely perfect place to relax.

Very comfortable bed. Everything that you could need was supplied. Would recommend 100%.

Fifth time here, love the peace and tranquility, so relaxing and facilities great

Extremely lovely holiday.

So peaceful and restful. The yurt was all we expected and more. We will definitely be back again!

What a wonderful place, we really did not want to leave.

The yurt is so comfortable and has everything you need. We used the BBQ Hot plate most nights and had some lovely meals. The hot tub is incredible and what a view!!! We followed days fishing and relaxing with a hot tub and then used the projector for a film each night (using our amazon fire stick). The fishing was great which kept my husband very happy too. We had never before visited this part of the country but we will be back. Just beautiful and after 7 days we still feel there is so much more to see and do. We would highly recommend to anyone. We will be back. NB. I have a disability and limited mobility but the Island Yurt was very comfortable with only one step to contend with (which I think I read they can provide a ramp for). The shower is walk in aswell, making it very accessible got such a unique holiday home.

Great place to stay for peace and quiet, fishing really good, some great walks from your doorstep.

Perfect getaway, some things just need modernising.

Wonderful place to relax, unwind and recharge the batteries!

Peaceful and very secluded but within very easy reach of a number of great towns/places to visit. Gas barbecue and pizza oven were great for al fresco dining. Toasting marshmallows on the firepit under the stars and relaxing in the hot tub made the holiday complete.

We loved everything about this Yurt!

The views were incredible and we had such a relaxing time. The kitchen has everything you need (fridge with small freezer compartment, microwave oven, dishwasher, hob), there's a firepit you can use for coal bbq, and a huge gas bbq with a pizza oven. Everything you need is provided, but I would recommend bringing your own beach towels for the hot tub (unless you want to use your shower towels). Absolutely loved the projector too! We definitely hope to return.

Peaceful and beautiful area, yurt could do with a few personal touches, a bit of cobwebbing and a few more utensils, but a great place to stay and would definitely go back

Such a relaxing retreat.

Exactly what we needed. Perfect for us.

Second visit to different yurt just lovely.

May not suit everyone, pretty basic very in touch with nature(many varieties of spider) my partner fished but sadly didn’t catch the big carp he was after not for want of trying . Lucky with the weather even had to ask to turn the hot tub down

The facilities at the yurt were great - hot tub, BBQ, fire pit and all over looking the lake.

Loved the projector and sauna too!

The solitude of the location, really complements the type of holiday getaway that my wife and I needed to unwind and enjoy our silver anniversary.

The Yurt was warm and well equipped, and the views over the lake were most welcome in the early morning light. Soaking in the hot tub at the lakeside watching the waterfowl was just sublime. There were however two minor issues that have to be addressed. 1. The bathroom / toilet window requires a frosted panel installing. 2. The shower tray overflows when in use, the water spilled out into the toilet area as the drainage was not adequate enough to cope with the deluge of water from the shower unit.

Hot tub anytime

It was utterly brilliant!

We loved every second, the setting is beautiful and the yurt itself is gorgeous, just what we wanted! Couldn’t fault a thing! And the ducks/geese/swans were super friendly and sociable!

The property was as expected.

It is secluded, the setting is fantastic with a lake. 2 great pubs within walking distance serving fantastic food. Ideal for those who like wildlife, country air, and pergect for romance.

Literally an english version on the Maldives.

So worth booking. Hottub and sauna was beautiful especially when its cold outside makes it so cosy. Looking out to the lake and the electric boat was so nice and feeding the ducks and swans and drinking red wine by the bon fire. So beautiful, so grateful for the owners who created this xx

It was all round a really lovely relaxing week in the heart of beautiful English countryside, surrounded by nature.

Everything about the Yurt was perfect.

Location is amazing, facilities provided are great.

It was a lovely relaxing stay. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Only complaints: place is tired and needs a spring clean and some maintenance.

The enjoyment of relaxation and the enjoyment of the wildlife together with a beautiful landscape on the edge of a lake.

3rd visit lovely, highly recommended

This holiday is ideal if you want to stay somewhere different.

The lakeside position is great. Your only visitors are the ducks. It is so quiet and peaceful and you only see other people if you venture into the village or further afield. The addition of a boat to go out on the lake in is ideal. The area around the Yurt is left unspoilt - overgrown and natural which encourages wild life. Not for you if you are looking for 5 star accommodation and pristine surroundings but we loved every minute and will definitely be going back.

Absolutely stunning views from morning until night.

The entertainment on the lake from the geese, swans, herons and ducks was spectacular so no need to use the cinema screen that was available. Such an amazing private haven to unwind, relax and charge your batteries: just what the DR ordered. We relaxed in the sauna and hot tub most evenings just watching the wildlife on the lake.. we ate of the bbq each night and made great use of the fire pit, keeping us warm until the sun went down. Ideal location if you want to venture out. I would recommend a spring clean as there were quite a few cobwebs and spiders and freshen up as it looked a little dated, however that did not put us off as the beauty and tranquility is what we were looking for.

An amazing place!

Absolutely perfect!

This place is heaven and you don't know until you get there.

A moment away from the world, in a peaceful place, where you can enjoy the sauna and the hot tub counting the stars at night...

Amazing holiday !

Very private and quiet -relaxing.Having a boat was a bonus. Sauna and hot tube were great! Yurt was surprisingly very warm and had everything you want .Big cinema screen and planty dvd choice -we had good time watching comedys after having sauna sessions ! We will come back ,thank you .

So relaxing and just the perfect getaway that we needed.

One of the best experiences we ever had.

The yurt was warm and comfortable and had everything we needed. The lake and wildlife was spectacular and the fishing was brilliant. Our hosts were very welcoming and helpful and we hated leaving, and hope to return soon.

This was our third stay - the peace and privacy at this property is unique, even though the place is beginning to look a bit jaded.

Stay away if you don't like spiders, cobwebs and have expectations of thorough cleanliness. However, there's nowhere like it (at an affordable price anyway), to detox from technology and the daily grind. Watching and feeding the waterfowl is always therapeutic, as is lounging in the hot tub. The rainfall shower may not look much, but gives you a truly refreshing shower. More coffee/tea mugs are needed - we had to keep washing by hand instead of using the dishwasher. There's a home cinema for DVDs, but the sound was a bit low at this time. Not for those who can't live without internet and/or TV , but phone signal is good. A fabulous place for getting away from it all without breaking the bank.

Everything about the holiday was fantastic, peaceful and quiet, nice relaxing holiday.

We have found a 'hidden gem' here!

Don't expect five star accommodation, the yurt is very comfortable and very well equipped, it could just do with little spring clean, although this definitely wouldn't stop us from returning again. But do expect the most beautiful and tranquil setting, with privacy needed when you want to get away from it all. Spending time relaxing in the hot tub everyday looking out onto the lake and nature perfect! Cooking in the evenings on the fire pit was so good! My partner and myself caught lots of perch and roach, plus to top it off we also caught three beautiful carp, 15lb, 21lb and 25lb all returned safely to the water. We didn't venture far from the yurt the whole week that we were there, there was really no need once you had your provisions, it was the most beautiful place to spend time together. We loved every minute and will definitely be returning in the near future.

We arrived at the Yurt for a 7 night visit but unfortunately we had to leave 2 nights short.

Upon arrival we were really happy with the setting absolutely beautiful surroundings however that’s as far as it goes. Upon reading past reviews we had high expectations of a romantic luxury break but we were pretty disappointed to find the yurt very dated, the outside area absolutely covered in cobwebs/dirt. The stargazing skylight was so scratched and dirty you couldn’t see out of it in the daylight. Water in the hot tub very murky as if it had never been cleaned out prior to arrival. I then went to use the bbq however only one side would light. Drinking glasses all chipped pretty much all crockery very dated. Nothing matches!! We were absolutely plagued by flys the entire time we were there. So generally a pretty disappointing time! Wildlife however on another league you could spend hours just watching all different species of birds and the fishing was great! We personally will not be returning in the future.

We’ve enjoyed every minute of our holiday at Island Yurt, the booking and payment procedure through Sykes was quick and easy so stress free from start to finish, the Yurt was amazing, we didn’t want to come home!

Very disappointed -looking forward to it all year.

Arrived and the setting was idyllic. All the outside area was very dirty things looked as though they hadn't been wiped down for months. the dirt in the furniture was ground in, this also went for the sofa inside the yurt. the BBQ was too dirty to use this put off any idea of using the the hot tub unsure if this would of been cleaned. To top it off we were visited in daylight by Rats running along the decking and just sitting by the door and window. They seemed to be coming from under the hot tub. With that we were out of there only spent one night under duress most expensive night we have spent anywhere had to book in a pub a few miles up the road.

Almost like being on your own little island!

Lots of wildlife - daily visits from geese and goslings, ducks and family of eight ducklings and three black swans. Herons in the tree opposite. Loved the hot tub and watching the comings and goings on the lake. We enjoyed BBQs in sun and rain! Every night we had a DVD on the projector. Very comfy bed. We're already saving for a return visit!

This location is just stunning and offered us a wonderful break from city life.

The owners were really respectful of our privacy and we felt we could really relax and enjoy our time away. A lovely holiday and great accommodation. I would recommend wholeheartedly.

We went for a long weekend away for our 1 Year Wedding Anniversary.

The Yurt's location is beyond anything we could have hoped for, so peaceful and surrounded by nature. The hot-tub overlooking the lake was lovely. The only thing that let it down is the bathroom, all works perfectly, but could do with a freshen up!

The holiday was extremely relaxing we thoroughly enjoyed the tranquillity.

We certainly will use Sykes holidays in the future.

3rd visit, but different yurt this time, lovely relaxing week, helpful, friendly owners whom let us look around the other yurts before leaving - helped us with deciding which one to visit next - will definitly be back.

This place is superb for getting away from it all and being totally surrounded by nature.

We did plan on going out for meals etc but the yurt is so nice we stayed in! The hot tub is brilliant as is the sauna - what more does anyone need? Overall, this was one of the best breaks we've had.

Excellent service from Sykes Cottages.

We thoroughly enjoyed our time at the Island Yurt and look forward to returning in the future hopefully. It was very peaceful, secluded and relaxing, thank you to all who made it possible.

The location was amazing, the wildlife so friendly and despite the lake being completely frozen some days the yurt was super-cosy with the fire on.

We loved the blu-ray projector and the cooking facilities are all you need.

2nd stay but a different yurt this time loved it totally relaxing holiday definatley will be returning again