Title: 2 bedroom accommodation in Ranby, near Retford - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 2 bedroom accommodation in Ranby, near Retford Cottage in Retford with kitchen and fireplace ![Oven, dishwasher, highchair](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61410000/61407500/61407479/fe7fdf78.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61410000/61407500/61407479/c3930d36.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61410000/61407500/61407479/e741ba0c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61410000/61407500/61407479/df600f71.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61410000/61407500/61407479/638adcc3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Ranby Cottage Farm Cottages offer a haven for relaxation with private hot tub, cosy wood burner, and underfloor heating. Unwind in the garden or explore nearby Sherwood Forest, Clumber Park and Creswell Crags. With Wi-Fi and parking for 2 cars. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - - Washer - Parking available - Outdoor space - Fireplace - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 2 bedroom accommodation in Ranby, near Retford With a cosy wood burner and a hot tub, this semi-detached cottage is truly a haven for a relaxing getaway.. Ground Floor: Living room: 32" Freeview Smart TV, Woodburner Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher Utility Room: Washing Machine Separate Toilet. First Floor: Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, (Ensuite Also Accessed From Hallway) Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet Bedroom 2: Zip And Link 2 x Single (2ft 6in) Beds Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Hot tub for 6 (private).. Both properties: Ground source underfloor central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack. Garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Ranby Cottage Farm offers superb accommodation on a working family farm in beautiful North Nottinghamshire. Two renovated cottages, Olivia (ref UK13137) and Cowslip (ref UK13138) are perfect for rest and relaxation. Each has a wood burner and can cater for guests wanting a more active getaway. These semi-detached cottages sleep up to four guests each, and have an interconnecting door which can allow the properties to be booked together. Cowslip has the luxury of a private hot tub in the barn enclosure. The cottages are conveniently situated with easy access to the A1, and well placed between the two historic market towns of Retford and Bawtry. Visitors will be able to discover many local places for shopping, exploring and eating out, including cosy pubs and fine dining. Ranby is ideally located for Sherwood Forest where visitors can discover more about Robin Hood and visit the famous Major Oak; also a number of significant country estates such as Clumber Park, Thoresby Park, Rufford Country Park and the beautiful home and gardens of Lord Byron at Newstead Abbey. Nearby Creswell Crags has Britain’s only Ice Age cave painting, and a short drive will take you to Laxton’s Medieval Farming System and the thought provoking National Holocaust Centre. Nottinghamshire is steeped in history including the Pilgrim Fathers and the Civil War. The Pilgrim Centre in Retford is well worth a visit; as is the fascinating Newark Civil War centre and Southwell with its beautiful minster and workhouse, for a visit with a difference. Families will find many places to visit and explore including Sundown Adventureland, Yorkshire Wildlife Park, Wheelgate Park and White Post Farm. The cottages are perfect for nature lovers to relax in the countryside and explore the nearby Chesterfield Canal, Idle Valley Nature Reserve and Daneshill Lakes. Active guests can enjoy excellent local road cycling or ‘off road’ cycle tracks as well as Go Ape adventure at Sherwood Pines. The cottages have storage for bikes. A variety of golf courses and fishing lakes are also nearby, and with excellent road links, visitors can venture slightly further afield for a day out in Yorkshire, Derbyshire or Lincolnshire. Ranby Cottage Farm Cottages offer guests a warm and comfortable, convenient place for a short break or longer holiday base. Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles. These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 8 guests. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Oven ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Fishing ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33660000/33650700/33650644/c6070436.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Grade II listed 3 bed cottage - near Sherwood Forest - Still accepting bookings Ollerton - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly 9.2 Wonderful 44 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=33650644&PinnedHotelID=33650644&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Oven, dishwasher, highchair](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61410000/61407400/61407399/b6602830.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 bedroom accommodation in Ranby, near Retford Ranby, near Retford - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=61407399&PinnedHotelID=61407399&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32940000/32932700/32932615/32992ed8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 bedroom accommodation in Gringley-on-the-Hill Gringley-on-the-Hill - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=32932615&PinnedHotelID=32932615&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119690000/119686600/119686569/7f29244e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Huge open plan Log Cabin in Weston, Newark hot tub WiFi wood stove pets parking Weston - Hot tub - Pet-friendly - Gym - Parking available 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=119686569&PinnedHotelID=119686569&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111170000/111161200/111161106/8d9678d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Self contained Bungalow on the edge of Sherwood Forest . 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property 2 Bedroom Accommodation in Ranby Near Retford 2 Bedroom Accommodation in Ranby, Near Retford Cottage 2 Bedroom Accommodation in Ranby, Near Retford Retford 2 Bedroom Accommodation in Ranby, Near Retford Cottage Retford su-UK13138-UK13138 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C53.34786%2C-1.02283&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Rp_T3nWmFMGpJBWg7zjJNALMHME=) Ranby, near Retford #### What's nearby - Clumber Park - 10 min drive - 9.3 km - Idle Valley Nature Reserve - 11 min drive - 7.4 km - Hodsock Priory - 11 min drive - 9.5 km - Sherwood Forest Country Park - 22 min drive - 25.8 km - Sundown Adventureland - 28 min drive - 22.2 km #### Getting around - Retford Station - 10 min drive - Doncaster (DSA-Sheffield) - 20 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Grey Horses Inn - ‬14 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive - ‪Costa Coffee - ‬11 min drive - ‪Greggs - ‬11 min drive - ‪Burger King - ‬11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 2 bedroom accommodation in Ranby, near Retford pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at 2 bedroom accommodation in Ranby, near Retford? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 2 bedroom accommodation in Ranby, near Retford? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is 2 bedroom accommodation in Ranby, near Retford located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Idle Valley Nature Reserve, Clumber Park, and The Well Retford Baptist Church. Bassetlaw Museum and Hodsock Priory are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 2 bedroom accommodation in Ranby, near Retford Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 9 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert Spour Jul 8, 2025 #### Cowslip cottage is probably the best hot-tub break we have been on, and we've been to lots. Cowslip cottage is probably the best hot-tub break we have been on, and we've been to lots. Really clean, comfortable, everything you need is here. Even provided towels, robes and flip-flops for the tub. Lots to do and see nearby, didn't have to drive far for anything. Tub is sheltered so will be great to use even in bad weather. Privacy is good too. Wi-Fi is reliable but not fast. ##### Robert Spour This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Malcolm Waters May 10, 2025 #### Enjoyed the property and its peaceful surroundings. Enjoyed the property and its peaceful surroundings. Excellent accommodation, clean and welcoming. Ideal for our needs on this occasion and if visiting the wider area again will certainly consider booking again.Owners readily available, pleasant and helpful. ##### Malcolm Waters ### 10/10 Excellent #### kevan g. Dec 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect break Property was fantastic- everything you need is there. Nice touch of providing bath robes and footwearto get to hot tub. nice and quiet location, hot tub just a few steps away from door, great to chill out and just look at the stars ##### kevan g. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent May 1, 2020 #### B Beautiful cottage, really helpful owners, great hot tub!! Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacqueline Mar 10, 2020 #### We had a lovely long weekend stay at Cowslip. We had a lovely long weekend stay at Cowslip. The cottage itself has been very well renovated to a high quality on all the finishes. It lacks nothing in terms of amenities with a lovely welcome hamper full of goodies, including chocolate, prosecco, bread and milk amongst other bits. The cottage was spotlessly clean and tidy and had everything you would need for a comfortable home away from home. The owners really have done a great job in creating such a beautiful cottage. The communication was excellent with instructions on how to find it and we met the owner on arrival who was very nice and showed us around. The hot tub area is fab and the size of the hot tub very comfortable for four people. And it was a great touch to have robes, towels and plastic glasses for our use. I would love to come back again, thank you! Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo ##### Jacqueline This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa Feb 28, 2020 #### We had a lovely time with our children at Cowslip Cottage. We had a lovely time with our children at Cowslip Cottage. We visited Sundown Adventure Land & Sherwood Forest, both of which were fantastic. The cottage was immaculately presented and well thought out for guests. The additional touches - sweets and colouring books for the children, Prosecco for the grown ups - were much appreciated. The hot tub was enjoyed by all & felt a real luxury. Would definitely recommend and hope to visit again with my friends, as was my original plan! Thank you Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo ##### Melissa This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Luke Jan 21, 2020 #### We stayed here for three days as a party of two couples. We stayed here for three days as a party of two couples. We loved the cottage and we were barely out if the hot tub! The cottage itself was immaculate and the owners seemed to have thought of everything. The welcome hamper, robes, sandals and all the little things really made it feel special. We didn't feel that we needed anything but the owners were very approachable from the beginning. The place is adorned with pictures of the work that was involved in renovating the house to completion and the owners have reason to be proud. We were all in agreement that we'd definitely stay again! Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo ##### Luke This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shaun Jan 16, 2020 #### Such a stunning cottage, we really did not want to leave. Such a stunning cottage, we really did not want to leave. Chris and Richard really have thought of everything when it comes to this place, from the welcome hamper to the hot tub, it was all perfect and made for a completely stress free weekend getaway. We'll definitely be back again in the near future! Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo ##### Shaun This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Geraldo Jan 8, 2020 #### The best New Years i had so far. The best New Years i had so far. Well organized and really helpful and everything was working perfectly. I’d recommend to anyone to go there and relax their mind. 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