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Kune Kune - Exotic Animal Retreat

Ross-on-Wye (3mls SE), Forest of Dean

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Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
pets No Dogs
grade 5 star
Complex of properties
Hot tub
Internet access
Working farm
Luxury
Romantic
Four Poster
Quirky
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Swimming pool
Towels included
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At a glance

  • Enjoy the hot tub, shared heated outdoor pool (end April-end September) and views from the balcony
  • Relax in the beautiful hand-crafted interior with impressive four-poster bed and luxury shower
  • Enjoy evening drinks and barbecues under starry night skies, with hundreds of romantic solar lights and the backdrop of wild exotic animal sounds
Property code: 50563

Secluded spot in the heart of a valley, this cosy barn conversion is the perfect retreat for lovers of the outdoors, set within acres of established gardens, ancient woodlands and farm land.

Enjoying a secluded spot in the heart of a valley, this cosy, adults-only barn conversion is the perfect retreat for lovers of the outdoors, set within acres of established gardens, ancient woodlands and farmland. Offering a truly unforgettable stay in a unique and magical setting, guests can take in the unusual sights and sounds while walking through the grounds. Linger by the water garden and enjoy the outdoor pool with a backdrop of established gardens. And for those that wish to explore, there is the Forest of Dean, take in the bluebells in springtime, the greenery in summer and the rich golden valleys in autumn. The sculpture trail at Beechenhurst (9 miles) showcases local arts and craft. Why not hire a canoe and head down stream? Test your limits at Go Ape (9 miles) or visit the market town of Ross-on-Wye with its historic market square (3.5 miles).

Take a moment to soak up the valley and landscaped gardens before arriving at your front door, wooden and traditional in style with an inviting hallway that will lead you up the stairs to your cosy retreat. The open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner with solid wooden floors exposed beams and white-washed walls is the perfect backdrop for the soft furnishings that are rich in colour and texture. Shut out the world and sink into the sofas with a good book or your favourite movie. The hand-crafted dark wood kitchen sits to the side of the room which is well-equipped with electric oven and hob, microwave and fridge/freezer. When it’s time for bed, take a few steps down into the king-size four poster tree bed fit for a king and queen, finished with pure linen bed linen and colourful throws. The en-suite shower room has WC and a large, luxury shower.  Adjacent to the entrance of Kune Kune there is separate access to The Stable which provides an additional double bedroom and en-suite shower room.  Ideal if you have guests or want to invite friends along to this beautiful retreat.  Please enquire at the time of booking if you are interested in booking The Stable.

Step outside to enjoy the shared grounds and after a day’s exploring sink into the private hot tub in the glass-fronted room, with valley views and reindeer to keep you entertained. Watch the sunset from your private balcony and enjoy the paddock views. On sunny days, spend time in the outdoor pool (available between 30th April and 30th September, and solar heated during July and August), and wander around the English country gardens and acres of woodlands.  Although holiday guests are not able to go into the exotic rescue centre, which is located on the same site, there is a backdrop of exotic animal sounds and some glimpses in the fields and woodlands, amongst the many farm animals and donkeys. The income from the holiday business is directly used to fund the rescue centre.  For further details search WildSide Exotic Rescue Forest of Dean.  

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  • 1 bedroom – 1 king size
  • 1 en-suite shower room with a large, luxury shower
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave and fridge/freezer
  • TV and DVD in lounge area
  • Private balcony with dining furniture and BBQ
  • Parking for 1 car
  • Pub and shop 2 miles
  • Private hot tub
  • Complex of properties
  • Addition double bedroom and en-suite shower room available in The Stable.  £475 per week.
  • Shared outdoor swimming pool (available between 30th April and 30th September, and solar heated during July and August)
  • Swimming pool area - There will be designated areas per cottage so that only one set of furniture and soft furnishings are used per cottage.
  • Tranquil, adults-only site, regret no persons under 21 years
  • These properties are not open for group bookings
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 17:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £150 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £20. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

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This property is personally managed by Jace.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 24 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Jane 4th October 2024

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Beautiful surroundings, looking out the window of our excellent accommodation at many different animals. Greeted by owner who had helped up to get there after a nightmare journey & met us with a basket of fresh goodies. Could not fault anything. Hopefully we can visit again next year.

Reviewed by Maxine 20th September 2024

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Magical retreat, peace and quiet

Reviewed by Jacqui 14th September 2024

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Another fantastic trip. Loved seeing the animals every day and unwinding in the jacuzzi after a long day of walking and exploring nearby.

Reviewed by Francis 19th July 2024

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I don't think we could have found a better place to celebrate our 20th wedding anniversary, 10/10. Quiet,relaxing,and animals to view what more could you want, we'll be back and lindsay & Frank as hosts made our stay special thank you.

Reviewed by Suzana 12th July 2024

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Reviewed by Anita 5th July 2024

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We had such an amazing stay at Kune Kune. The views from the balcony were beautiful and a great place to be able to have a birds eye view of the wonderful animals. It is very peaceful and the hot tub was a wonderful bonus. It rained much of the week but this didn't dampen our spirits, we still got out and about and in the evenings sat outside in thRead moree rotunda watching all the animal antics. We are returning next year. Hide

Reviewed by David 28th June 2024

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Absolutely amazing peaceful retreat. Will definitely be back.

Reviewed by Tracey 14th June 2024

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We had such a lovely holiday at Kune Kune. The view from the property was superb. We were lucky enough to enjoy beautiful weather which enabled us to make the most of the balcony and a morning relaxing by the swimming pool. We loved watching the animals and were privileged to see two spider monkeys arrive, Sonny and Cher, who were adorable! LindsayRead more and Frank were great hosts, who work extremely hard for the benefit of the animals they rescue. Thank you for a magical stay! Hide

Reviewed by Lynda 7th June 2024

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A magical retreat, offering time out in beautiful surroundings.

Reviewed by Karon 31st May 2024

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Frank and Lindsay were very welcoming We had a lovely stay nice and relaxing The cottage was well equipped with amazing views from the balcony, good hot tub. It was nice just watching all the animals you could just sit and watch them all day. I would recommend this holiday if you just want to get away from it all, piece and quiet and relaxing. ThanRead morek you Frank and Lindsay Hide

Reviewed by Charmayne 24th May 2024

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A lovely property in a restful tranquil setting, sights and sounds stunning, access to the lodge via steep sandstone steps.

Reviewed by Heidi 3rd May 2024

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What a FANTASTIC WEEK!! My partner and I arrived and were instantly welcomed. The cottage was gorgeous and had everything we needed. I cannot thank the owners enough, and their knowledge and wisdom was fantastic. Thank you so much for allowing us the opportunity to stay - we cannot wait to come back again!

Reviewed by Jane 26th April 2024

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A beautiful and unusual location, being so close to rescued animals! The cottage is well-appointed with all the facilities you need and is comfortable and cosy. Being able to observe the animals was very relaxing, and it was lovely to see how much care and attention there is to make sure they live their best lives. Watching the meerkats from the hoRead moret tub was particularly entertaining and restful. Lindsay and Frank were great hosts. Highly recommended! Hide

Reviewed by Francis 19th April 2024

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An oasis of calm and tranquility. Amazing animals. Frank and Lyndsey work incredibly hard to look after the many different creatures in their care. The cottage is beautiful with amazing views from the balcony and windows.

Reviewed by Laura 20th October 2023

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What a wonderful place. A little slice of serenity tucked away in a quiet valley, we enjoyed the peace and quiet away from the hustle and bustle of our noisy town life. The accommodation was nice, cosy and comfortable with everything you need for a self catering home. The hot tub was a welcome treat for tired legs after days out in the fabulRead moreous Wye Valley. The hosts were fantastic. The real star of the show was the animals, it was like having your own private zoo without the crowds Hide

Reviewed by Cathy 29th September 2023

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We had a wonderfully relaxing holiday in Porcupine Point at Paddocks Farm! What a unique and marvelous find. We loved our cosy little upstairs cottage apartment with all its rustic charm. The leather sofas were very comfortable and the waterfall shower was great. I loved cooking on the gas hob - much better than electric. Seeing all the wild animalRead mores every day was amazing. Lindsay is a guardian angel to every creature and you can see how dedicated she is to their welfare. Fab location too. Hide

Reviewed by Kathryn 9th September 2023

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We had a truly fabulous time. Can't wait to go back

Reviewed by Shona 21st August 2023

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Such an amazing place. So relaxing and peaceful. Cannot recommend this experience enough. Will def be returning.

Reviewed by Darren 12th August 2023

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Reviewed by Jacqui 22nd July 2023

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This place is amazing. We loved everything about it from the animals within close view to the jacuzzi and the balcony. A beautiful, peaceful retreat.

Reviewed by Graeme 15th July 2023

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Reviewed by Maria 8th July 2023

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4th stay and as amazing as ever-this place never disappoints. Extra guests were comfortably accommodated through direct contact with owner. Binoculars are a must! New shower is wonderful addition as is the ever-expanding animal enclosures. Fabulous to see more animals close up.

Reviewed by Jill 3rd July 2023

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Fantastic location. What a little gem of a place to stay for a relaxing holiday. The hot tub & pool were lovely bonuses & watching the animals & beautiful sunsets made this so much more than a holiday cottage. Will definitely book to stay here again.

Reviewed by Susan 24th June 2023

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LOCATION

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