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The Lawns Guest House

4.0 star property
Guesthouse in Retford with free parking

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Kitchen features a gas stove, sink, and window with a door leading to an outdoor area.
Stylish home with a brick facade, attached garage, and beautifully manicured lawn.
Enjoy a serene outdoor space with a shed, comfortable seating, and a beautifully manicured lawn.
Two comfortable beds with crisp linens and towels, a nightstand with a lamp and picture, and a dresser with mirror.
Self-catering kitchen with washer and dryer, central island, and natural light.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug

Room options

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View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

Relax in comfort with a large bed, a nightstand, and a leather chair in this serene retreat.

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Triple Room, Ensuite

Relax in a serene space with a large bed, a nightstand, and a lamp, surrounded by a beautiful view of trees outside.

Family Triple Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Family Quadruple Room, Ensuite

Enjoy a restful stay in this cozy room with a comfortable bed, window views, and a radiator for warmth.

Family Quadruple Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Cozy retreat with a neatly made bed, wooden nightstand, and framed artwork.

Comfort Single Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Wardrobe
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Apartment, Ensuite

Highlights

Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Apartment, Private Bathroom

Relax in a cozy space with a neatly made bed, flat-screen TV, and wooden desk.

Deluxe Apartment, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Single Room, Ensuite

Cozy retreat with a neatly made bed, nightstand, and mirror.

Deluxe Single Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
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About the area

Map
93-97 London Road, Retford, England, DN22 7EB

What's nearby

  • The Well Retford Baptist Church - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Idle Valley Nature Reserve - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Clumber Park - 13 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Sundown Adventureland - 14 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Sherwood Forest Country Park - 21 min drive - 24.9 km

Getting around

  • Retford Station - 15 min walk
  • East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Dominie Cross - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Gate Inn - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Brew Shed - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Papa's Traditional Fish & Chip Takeaway - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Idle Valley Tap - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Lawns Guest House

Upscale guest house
The Lawns Guest House provides everything that you need. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks at this guest house include:
  • Free self-parking
  • A computer station and smoke-free property

Languages

English

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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit/debit cards

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Lawns Guest House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lawns Guest House?

As of 7 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lawns Guest House on 10 Aug 2025 start from NZ$180.11, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Lawns Guest House?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Lawns Guest House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Lawns Guest House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Lawns Guest House located?

Situated in Retford, this guesthouse is within 1 mile (2 km) of Bassetlaw Museum and The Well Retford Baptist Church. Idle Valley Nature Reserve is 1.6 mi (2.7 km) away. Retford Station is 15 minutes by foot.

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The Lawns Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 139 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 139 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 139 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 139 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 139 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overnight stop in Retford

Overnight visit to the area, the hotel was well placed
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Short holiday to see family

We always enjoy our stay at the Lawns when we come to Retford to visit family and friends. The rooms are much bigger than average and there is plenty of wardrobe space. Lovely big towels and a good supply of hot drinks and bottled water.Extremely good value.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed one night, but this property was exactly as advertised on the Expedia site. It was clean, easy to find. Staff was friendly and helpful. The common kitchen was well equipped, clean and convenient. Close to grocery store, easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

CATHERINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We organised a late checkin and we were kept fully informed as to where the key wiuld be and which room we had been allocated. The room was very clean and well presented. Will definitely book again when we're in the area
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay here, the family room as nice and spacious and clean. We didn't have much interaction with staff as we arrived outside of hours, but their instructions were clear. There is a kitchen where you can cook your own food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Visiting family and friends

Fabulous value for the size of room.We have stayed here many times when visiting family in Retford. Our room this time was a little disappointing compared to all the other rooms we stayed in.The bed was a double but we only had a single wardrobe and 5 hangers.Usually there is ample wardrobe space and a seating area.I will definitely return but will ask for the rooms we've had on previous visits. It is a very comfortable place to stsy and handy for walking into town.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really happy with our visit, we had 2 rooms and be very happy to visit again. One room we had the pillows were very firm and no complaint at all on the other. That’s not the end of the world, and don’t let this put you off.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly adequate for our requirements.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ogbevoen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Micheal

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

8/10 Good

CLIVE

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The Release

Overall Clean & tidy. A functional room for one night. Great shower. Comfortable bed. Could do with some Net Curtains for Privacy. As big Windows and can be seen from road.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed for 1 night at The Lawns Guest House & it is a really lovely place to stay. The parking right outside meant it was very convenient & it was easy to find. The room was lovely & very comfortable & clean but just a little dirty inside the bedside drawers. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

6/10 Okay

debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

mainly good

good big rooms ,good idea with the kitchens ,staff friendly and parking great ..but we did not find the bed gave much support at all.. mattress needs changing .if you are a light sleeper ask for a back room as the road in front is very busy and woke me up both mornings at 6.30ish.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean, comfortable and quiet. However beware of the high step from the landing into the room; the sign was a little higher than my eye level and I fell coming in with my bag.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Short stay between travels

Check-in/check-out effortless. Apartment just what we needed although sofa was a little bit too low for us (probably an age thing!). The extractor fan in the bathroom wasn’t working but I have yet to report that to them.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay

The room was a nice size and the facilities good. The check in was easy and welcoming. We had room to park and a short walk into town which had lots to offer. There was no breakfast option but plenty of cafes in town. The only downside was the bed was a little uncomfortable as it was a double but we are used to our king size at home.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Alistair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020