The Chilterns View

We enjoyed a wonderfully rejuvenating 3-night stay in late June at the Ridgeway Lodge. The Chilterns View lodges certainly ticked all the boxes for us in terms of a scenic, blissful couples’ retreat. Rachel is a really thoughtful hostess/owner and has planned her lodges to provide peace, solitude and total relaxation for her guests. She has carefully considered how to eliminate stress so that you can maximise the enjoyment of your stay. The lodge itself was immaculately clean and beautifully presented upon our arrival. The lodges are stocked with the essentials but with a few smart extras - the kitchenette is supplied with salt, pepper, olive oil, balsamic, tea and coffee (and some biccies), under the sink there was some washing up liquid, cleaning cloths and tea towels and in the fridge there was a pint of milk. And of course there are the farm eggs which are freshly delivered – in two senses! The BBQ was stocked with coal bags and ready to be fired up. We were fortunate enough to catch a weekend of half-decent weather in this truly dismal summer so we were able to make full use of all the outdoor space. I suppose it might feel a little claustrophobic if you were stuck inside every day but we were able to eat and drink outside long into the sunny summer evenings. Of course, each lodge has the additional perk of having its own hot tub – which was very clean and at the perfect temperature whenever we wanted to hop in. On one of our days we took the 30 minute walk down to the village to visit the pub and discovered they were having a summer community event with live music. Not quite Glastonbury but nevertheless a great couple of hours listening to a performer run through Elton’s back catalogue without murdering it (we also bumped into Rachel who had escaped the farm for a swift half). The pub was busy and friendly with a community feel and I would recommend anyone to wander down there if they get the time. Like so many of the other reviewers, we would love to return again next year – which in itself is probably the best endorsement to give.

A group of us were meeting up for a long overdue reunion and really wanted to stay in the Chilterns area as it’s where we all grew up. We found The Chilterns View via web search and we were all so pleased we did! We stayed in the large Safari Tent which can accommodate groups of up to 10 people and it was amazing. There is a comfortable deck and sitting area out front, complete with a hot tub - perfect for having a few relaxing drinks and a good chat under the stars. The living area was a great size and had an inside seating/lounge area with a wood burning stove, kitchen area with hob, kettle, toaster, microwave, sink (running hot/cold water) and all the utensil and crockery you could need, as well as a great sized dining table. There is also a large American style fridge freezer for all your cold food and beverage storage. There is an inside shower/toilet room which has a large rainfall shower and is really well finished. The bedrooms have a mixture of twin and bunk beds which were all really comfortable and come complete with a warm cozy duvet and two very comfy pillows. Overall I could not fault the accommodation. We were all very comfortable and really enjoyed the vibe and ambiance that has been created here. On the site there is also an awesome club house which has a pool table, kitchen and bar area, another large dining area and a seating area with its own wood burner. This was brilliant for us, as it gave us an additional space to cook and socialise when the weather wasn’t being kind. The host, Rachel was absolutely brilliant. She was so welcoming and regularly checked in with us to make sure we had everything we needed. Nothing was too much trouble. She was so thoughtful, even providing us with fresh eggs from the farm’s chickens! She made some lovely recommendations for food in the area, including The Shepherd’s Hut pub in Ewelme where we had a delicious roast Sunday lunch! Rachel has clearly made a lot of effort to make everyone who stays very welcome, and we certainly did. The area itself is beautiful, with stunning views of the rolling Chiltern hills, and charming character villages within walking distance. It truly was a very serene and relaxing environment to spend our time in. I would definitely recommend The Chilterns View to anyone considering staying in the area. It was great for our group reunion, but would be equally great for couples looking for a quite country retreat staying in the private lodges. We would definitely like to come back again, and hopefully will do next year!

My husband and I had a wonderful 2 night stay at Chilterns View to celebrate his 40th birthday! The location is just breathtaking! We were lucky enough to see some wonderful wildlife from the comfort of the hot tub, or whilst sitting on the decking! Seeing deer wandering through the fields and even seeing a Barn Owl fly over was amazing! We stayed at Chaucer Lodge and would recommend it to anyone! We needed some downtime and a place to recharge and relax, and that is exactly what we were able to do at Chilterns View. Rachel has created a lovely romantic setting and has thought of everything. The handy information in the lodge helped us navigate the lovely bridle ways to a local town for some supplies, and we used the daily coal replenished BBQ one evening whilst drinking champagne and watching the world go by. We will definitely be back and would encourage anyone thinking of booking to do it - you won't be disappointed!

Amazing bank holiday weekend at The Chilterns View. The lodge was equipped with everything you could possibly need, we loved the hot tub, BBQ and wood-burner. We would recommend to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway and will definitely be coming again in the future!

If you're looking for a relaxing getaway in beautiful surroundings this place is a must! Where to start: such a friendly and accommodating host, beautiful surroundings, as much privacy as you require, amazing nature reserves on your doorstep, luxurious accommodation and amenities, BBQ for outdoor cooking whilst looking out onto the rolling hills....and then the daily visit of the wild pheasants and songbirds, fresh farm eggs for breakfast and evening dip in the hot tub as the day draws to a close...very very special place. This is a relatively hidden gem!

What a Beautiful setting. Everything you need for the perfect weekend is in the lodge. So peaceful and you would never know there’s other lodges there. Ewelme village is lovely and the Shepherds Hut is great. It’s a must for a quiet weekend away to relax.