Cayo Retreat

Em va agradar: John was very kind to wait for us to arrive, despite us getting lost and arriving over an hour late! Field was soft, well tended and clean. Large plots clearly marked, and very well lit. Facilities were good, with space to wash up, as well as a really nice shower/toilet block (soap and hand towel included).

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Em va agradar: Great view of the backdrop of hills, clean and quiet (except for one escapee sheep early in the morning!). Large campfire lit in the evening for a communal gathering. Stream nearby with a fun swing rope. Very flat so easy to camp or park up the van. Showers were super hot.

No em va agradar: Bit pricey for just one person. Only one washing up sink, and toilets wash basin and showers were in one cubicle (only 2 per male/female), so can't imagine how it works when busy (I came when there was just a handful of campers so had no really issues).

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Em va agradar: Gorgeous location, the site is spotlessly maintained and John (site manager) is wonderful! Super wet room facilities, peaceful and so pretty all round.

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Em va agradar: Beautifully presented area for camping, neatly cut grass with a hardcore drive lined with solar lights. There were four cubicles that contained a shower, toilet and basin. All well presented, clean and a good size. To the side of the shower block was a kitchen sink. The water in both the shower and kitchen sink was piping hot and had good water pressure. Our host, John, was very friendly and welcoming. There is a local shop and pub a short walk away. The village store, Hopes of Longtown, had a great selection of items and stocked lots of key items for camping, so you are sorted if you forget something.

No em va agradar: Really struggling to find anything to dislike but maybe a suggestion for a small improvement. There were a lot of bins around the site, however when we left they were all full, so rubbish was sitting in bags around the bins. Maybe a few more bins or bigger bins, seems a shame to see litter in such a beautiful location. Note we were there on a bank holiday weekend so probably one of the busiest times.

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Em va agradar: The setting amongst beautiful scenery, the lack of any road noise, the immaculate grounds, generous pitches and lovely atmosphere created by John, a super-friendly, warm & welcoming host. We also loved the little homely touches in the bathrooms and the fairy lights in the evening.

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Em va agradar: Firstly, as many have mentioned, John the host. A bright, bubbly, chatty man who becomes everyone’s best friend. A real host and what makes the place so great from the start. Visited on the busiest weekend of the year but field never felt crowded. Great base for hiking or visiting local towns. Bit of a trek to get to from the main road but that’s the price of the peaceful surroundings. On the whole a well kept flat site.

No em va agradar: The ‘wet room/toilet’ facilities seemed great but need some work. Floors slope the wrong way so you sometimes find yourself sloping out someone else’s used shower water before you step in! Busy weekend so long queues to use facilities which got dirty quickly and ran out of toilet paper frequently. Could do with more and have separate toilets. Perhaps invest in a more substantial modern brick built shower block rather than a converted trailer?

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Em va agradar: Beautiful views. Remote location. Well presented campsite.

No em va agradar: Narrow roads to access. Not so good for a campervan

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Em va agradar: Stunning setting- a real retreat! Great facilities and lovely open pitches. The view of the Black Mountains is breath taking, this was a real gem for us! We also love the way this camp lights up at sunset, such a pretty touch! Owner John is a pleasure, so friendly, so helpful and really chatty. Thank you for an amazing stay!

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Em va agradar: Excellent campsite with lots of space for games, a lovely stream, nice facilities and dogs welcomed.

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Em va agradar: On arrival your greeted with a spectacular view of the surrounding hills and a perfectly maintained campsite. John the owner, greeted us with the warmest of welcomes and couldn't do more for us throughout or stay. The pitch we were given was perfect with views of the hills and sounds of the river. Level pitch, bowling green lawns and great toilet facilities. Allowed to stay on site until we were ready to leave which is a first for me in the UK. One of the best and most peaceful campsites we've ever stayed at, Can't wait to return!!

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