Gilchristland Organic Farm Retreat

We booked the room for one night. The rooms were large, peaceful with wonderful views. They were very well appointed and better than hotel rooms. The 4 poster bed was very comfortable. We know the area and it is really stunning.

You will need to bring a USB adapter for charging anything and although the kitchen is still not finished it had everything we needed. It could have done with a book or information folder for what is around in the area, wi-fi codes, using the TV and contact numbers. These are just ideas and does not detract from the wonderful accommodation.

Quiet rural location with spacious room. Beautiful views across the valley below.

Unfortunately the kitchen facilities have yet to be completed, but will be good when they are. The bathroom could do with a privacy blind, as other guests were walking around the garden in front on the room.

The setting

The accommodation was beautifully shabby chic and very comfortable.

Lots of character and spacious

Room was fantastic

Location and friedleness above expectation's

Not being able Spending more time as a guest.

Warm welcome from Eleanor and John and their family to this beautiful location. Large room, very comfortable and the exceptional weather meant I got to enjoy having the doors open. onto the patio and garden in the evening. I enjoyed having the glass ceiling, there is little light pollution to worry about. Lovely hand made bread rolls and gooseberry jam for breakfast. Will definitely be returning when I have more time to properly enjoy the farm and surrounding area

Not a negative for me as I knew what to expect, but commenting only so that others are aware that the kitchen area is not totally finished. Kettle, microwave and fridge were adequate for me, and the kitchen will be a great addition once finished.

The accommodation is far from civilisation and the noise of the city. The perfect peaceful retreat. The decor was minimal, homely and uncomplicated. Quirky mismatched furniture gave it a real homestead feel. Eleanor and Johns home made bread and jams were outstanding and the cooked breakfast made and delivered by Eleanor was tasty and filling. We truly relaxed and recharged. The extra deep bath was heaven sent after a days work out on the mountain bike trails. We actually felt welcomed into this couples farm life where the world slowed down for a bit.

In the listing it stated the kitchen was planned to be finished in Oct 24. Unfortunately this is still under construction and did restrict us from being totally self sufficient at the retreat. (I should have checked on booking so this is on me and not the hosts) We were able to change eating plans with little effort tbh. Once the kitchen is complete this will be a 10/10 accommodation. We plan to revisit once this is done.