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Choose your luxury shepherd retreat
Both retreats offer the same well-appointed comfort and peaceful Thorpe setting. Choose by interior feel, privacy, availability and the dates that work best for you.
Same comfort, different mood
Both retreats are designed for two, with the same well-appointed essentials. Choose by interior feel, privacy and the dates that work best for you.
Downpipe
From £155 per night · sleeps 2
Deeper, contemporary palette with the same well-appointed comfort.
Choose Downpipe if you prefer the richer interior mood and a slightly more contemporary feel.
Pigeon
From £150 per night · sleeps 2
Soft, calm finish with the easiest arrival position.
Choose Pigeon if you prefer the softer palette and the easiest arrival position.
Compare the essentials
Same peaceful setting and core comforts, with a different interior mood and arrival position.
| Retreat | Interior mood | Arrival position | Facilities | Best for | From / night | Explore | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downpipe Sleeps 2 | Deeper, contemporary Downpipe-inspired palette | Straightforward to reach | Private shower room, kitchen area, fast internet, Smart TV | Guests who prefer a richer, moodier interior style | £155.00 | View retreat | Check dates |
| Pigeon Sleeps 2 | Softer, lighter, calmer palette | Closest to the path | Private shower room, kitchen area, fast internet, Smart TV | Guests who want the easiest arrival and a softer finish | £150.00 | View retreat | Check dates |
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