Guests say
The Lakeside Yurt offers a truly tranquil and unique escape, surrounded by beautiful wildlife and stunning lake views. Guests consistently praise the peaceful, secluded setting and the relaxing hot tub, making it ideal for unwinding and reconnecting with nature. The yurt is well-equipped and comfortable, with many thoughtful touches. While some guests noted areas needing a little more attention to cleanliness and maintenance, the overall experience remains highly positive, with many visitors eager to return for another restful break.
Cleanliness receives mixed feedback. Many guests found the yurt clean and tidy, but several mentioned cobwebs, bugs, and areas needing more thorough cleaning, especially outside. A few reviews highlighted more significant issues, but most found it acceptable given the woodland setting.
The location is widely celebrated for its idyllic, peaceful, and secluded atmosphere, with beautiful lake views and abundant wildlife. Guests love the sense of escape and the proximity to nature, making it a standout feature.
Comfort is highly rated, with guests enjoying the cosy yurt, comfortable beds, and relaxing hot tub. Some mentioned the bed size or temperature inside, but overall, the yurt provides a snug and restful environment.
Facilities are generally well-received, with the hot tub, boat, and outdoor spaces being highlights. Some guests noted minor maintenance issues, such as lights, the boat, or BBQ needing attention, but most found everything needed for a pleasant stay.
Many guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as dressing gowns, candles, playing cards, and local information. While these gestures are warmly received, please note that such gifts or extras are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
The Lakeside Yurt is a contemporary 16-foot round yurt, on the outskirts of the pretty village of Beckford, on the Gloucestershire/Worcestershire border, in the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Offering a truly unique Gloucestershire holiday home for couples, this pet-friendly abode is set in an idyllic location overlooking the owner's fishing lake, boasts a plush roll top bath and an open-plan layout. Pull up and park, then take a moment as the quiet of the countryside settles in around you. Open the door to reveal a thoughtfully arranged studio-style space where everything has been designed to flow easily. Drop your bags, kick off your shoes, and move straight into holiday mode.
The kitchen area invites relaxed, unhurried cooking, whether you are warming something simple in the combination oven or frying up breakfast on the induction hob. With the dishwasher to hand, clearing away is effortless, leaving more time to linger over meals. Settle at the dining table and enjoy eating together while the lake provides a calming backdrop through the windows, then ease across into the sitting area and sink back in front of the gas coal-effect fire. As evening draws in, turn on the radio, let the flames flicker, and enjoy the gentle quiet that surrounds this special spot. There is no television here, encouraging proper switch-off and slower evenings with a book, music, or good conversation.
When it is time to unwind fully, draw a deep bath and step into the roll-top tub, topping up the warmth and letting the day melt away. Afterwards, climb into the double bed and drift off with the soft stillness of the lakeside setting just beyond the walls. A separate external WC keeps things convenient without interrupting the calm of the main space. Step back outside whenever the mood takes you and make the most of the veranda, furnished for leisurely coffees, relaxed lunches, and evenings spent watching the light change across the water. Fire up the Kamado barbecue for laid-back outdoor dining, or light the chiminea and fire pit once the sun dips, settling in with a drink as the flames crackle nearby.
The private hot tub sits close to the yurt, perfectly placed for long soaks while looking out over the fishing lake, whether under blue skies or stars overhead. Beyond the veranda, guests are welcome to wander into the owner’s field, stretch their legs with gentle walks, or take the rowing boat out onto the lake at their own pace. Fishing is available on site, with the lake home to a variety of freshwater species, making peaceful mornings by the water a real highlight. A well-behaved dog is also welcome, meaning your four-legged companion can share in the open space and quiet surroundings.
Slow things right down and escape to The Lakeside Yurt. Note: This property can be booked with Refs. 11980, 903586 and 921614, together sleeping up to 8 people.
Beckford is a small riverside village on the Worcestershire/Gloucestershire border. The village has a quality country inn, an attractive Norman church, and a nature reserve. Close by is Evesham, and elegant Cheltenham is also an easy drive away, with a good selection of shops, restaurants and the Gold Cup horse racing.
Accommodation
Single-storey.
Studio-style layout with one double bed, roll-top bath with hand-held shower, basin, kitchen, dining area and sitting area with gas coal-effect fire.
Separate external WC
Combination oven/microwave, induction 2-ring hob, fridge, dishwasher, kettle.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Private hot tub next to yurt.
Wooden veranda overlooking fishing lake with furniture, Kamada barbecue and chiminea.
Use of owner's field.
Fire pit in wood.
Use of rowing boat, to be used at own risk.
Radio.
Off-road parking for 1 car.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 2.6 miles, pub 0.7 miles, lake 0.1 miles.
Note: No TV.
Note: Check-in 4pm, check-out 10am.
Note: On-site fishing available such as large Carp, Roach, Rudd and Perch.
Note: There is a ramp for wheelchair access.
Note: This property has a Monday and Friday arrival date only.
Note: If you are a returning Customer, please call our call centre to make your booking.
Note: This property only accepts Monday to Friday or Friday to Monday bookings only.
Note: This property does not accept toddlers due to the danger of the water
Reviews (75)
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Grace
You do expect spiders and bugs when staying somewhere like this, and normally that wouldnât bother me too much, however I wouldnât recommend this place to anyone who is uncomfortable around bugs and spiders â especially as many of the spiders were huge. We booked for 3 nights but unfortunately only stayed for 1. After pulling back the sheets we found various bugs and flies under the covers, which made us uncomfortable enough to sleep in the car instead. There were also dead cockroaches between the plates and in the bath, and when we pulled back the curtains there appeared to be lots of dead bugs there too. Itâs such a shame because the location itself is beautiful and this place could have been lovely if the accommodation had been properly checked before arrival. Some bugs and spiders are to be expected in this type of setting, but it felt rather excessive. Iâd also suggest adding some sort of netting or seal around the door, as there was a gap underneath which likely allowed many bugs inside. Another thing to note is that this place is advertised as dog friendly, however there were many large gaps in the fencing which we had to block ourselves using bins and other objects. We even had to go out and buy material to wrap around parts of the fence so our dog didnât have direct access to the lake. Our dog is trained not to stray too far, but I still couldnât properly relax because all it takes is two seconds for something to happen. If you have a small dog â or even a larger dog â I would definitely be cautious. I also want to add that the lady who owns this place is absolutely lovely and she did listen to our concerns, which we appreciated. Please take this as constructive feedback rather than negativity, as the location itself is beautiful and with a few improvements this could be an amazing stay. Iâm not usually one to complain, but I did want to warn others that if you are uncomfortable around bugs and spiders, or travelling with a dog, this may not be the place for you.
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John
But sadly this was the worst stay so far. The yurt was so dirty. The floor was full of dirt. The bathtub had a ring of dirt with clogged hair. We basically stripped the bed and brought new bedding as there was blood and mood on the bedding. The hot tub was 28c and was to high in chlorine to even get in. We're the hot tub is now you genuinely have to climb in and out. The tree to the right blocks 80% of the sun. There was that much cobwebs and the yurt was that unclean my misses went home. Fishing is now impossible as there are to many snags. Weed is around 6ft tall so its impossible now to fish. They have otters so I doubt there will be any fish next year. Who ever looks after the yurts and lakes needs replacing asap as its got worse over the last 2 years. Im actually gutted to write this review if truth was told as this was and kinda still is my favourite place but like I said its now dated and grim and un fishable. And check in is at 16 30 and check out is 9.30? Sorry but that is so so bad. You basically miss 14 hours of your holiday. That's more then a day!! Its not hard to clean and make it more appealing. Jet wash and paint and rake the lake. Its not hard! Ill even do it for you guys for a small drink. Small effort and you would see a massive difference!
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Chris
Yurt was adequate. Towels, sheets etc very clean. A quick clean of the inside and outside of cobwebs would help. Ice cube tray in freezer would be good. Location is beautiful and the variety of wildlife is amazing which makes up for the shortfalls. All in all this a unique stay but may not be for everyone.