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8.9

454 reviews

The Lawns Guest House

The Lawns Guest House

97 London Road, Retford, DN22 7EB, United Kingdom

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Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Parking On Site

Non-smoking rooms

Garden

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Free toiletries

The Lawns Guest House

Discover The Lawns Guest House, a charming 4-star retreat in Retford, United Kingdom. Nestled at 97 London Road, this guest house sits about 0.6mi from the city center, offering a convenient base for exploring the area.

With 454 reviews backing the stay, guests praise the comfortable rooms that are non-smoking, along with a garden and a view to enjoy. Handy amenities include free private parking, free on-site parking, and free Wifi, plus free toiletries to help settle in.

Whether a relaxed countryside escape or a convenient stopover, The Lawns Guest House offers a welcoming base in Retford with easy access to local sights and beyond. Enjoy the blend of classic guest-house charm, a tranquil garden, and convenient amenities to start each day refreshed.

A broad mix of room configurations ensures a comfortable setup for every kind of traveler, from solo explorers to big families. The Deluxe Family spans 183 sq ft and can accommodate 4 adults and 2 children, with beds arranged as 2 x Twin and 1 x Double. The Family Standard also covers 183 sq ft, welcoming up to 8 adults and 4 children, with 1 x Twin and 1 x Double bed. For a compact option, the Deluxe Apartment with Private Bathroom fits 2 adults, while the Apartment Ensuite accommodates 2 adults. The Deluxe, Double measures 183 sq ft and can host 4 adults and 3 children, and the Single Room offers 140 sq ft for a solo traveler.

Some rooms feature appealing views, such as a Double Room with a Pool View or a Triple Room with a Sea View, while many spaces are designed as non-smoking sanctuaries.

Backed by 454 reviews, this stay offers flexible payment options: Cash, Mastercard, JCB, Diners Club, and Visa. Handy perks include free private parking, free on-site parking, and free Wifi, along with free toiletries to help settle in.

Closest airports

Robin Hood Airport Doncaster Sheffield

11.9mi

Humberside Airport

30mi

East Midlands Airport

37.3mi

Leeds Bradford International Airport

48.4mi

Manchester Airport

55.4mi

Most popular amenities

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Parking On Site

Non-smoking rooms

Garden

View

Free toiletries

Rooms

Deluxe Double Room in The Lawns Guest House

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Deluxe, Double

1 Double Bed

185 sqft

Private Bathroom

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Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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Deluxe Family Room in The Lawns Guest House

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Deluxe Family

2 Twin Beds

1 Double Bed

185 sqft

Private Bathroom

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Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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Standard Family Room in The Lawns Guest House

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Family Standard

1 Twin Bed

1 Double Bed

185 sqft

Private Bathroom

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Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

x8

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Large Single Room in The Lawns Guest House

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Single Room

1 Twin Bed

140 sqft

Private Bathroom

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Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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Deluxe Single Room - single occupancy in The Lawns Guest House

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Deluxe, Single, Single Use

1 Twin Bed

110 sqft

Private Bathroom

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Flat-screen TV

Shower

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Apartment Ensuite

1 Double Bed

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Apartment

2 Double Beds

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x6

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Deluxe Apartment, Private Bathroom

Private Bathroom

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Deluxe Ensuite, Single

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Comfort, Single

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Family Ensuite, Quadruple

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Deluxe Ensuite Double Room

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Guest reviews

8.9

454 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

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Featured reviews:

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Sherese

10

May 2025

We loved our stay at The Lawns as it worked really well for us as a family. The family room was perfect as it had twin beds for our boys and a separate room leading off the main room with a large bed for us. This meant that our sons felt secure and we had space for ourselves. We had all we needed in the room (tea, coffee, water, glasses, cups etc.) as well as toiletries in the bathroom. We also were near to local amenities (supermarkets, restaurants) and also a short drive away from Sherwood Forest. It was a great location and also really comfortable. Tim and Stelle were fab hosts and made everything really easy for us during our stay. We'll definitely be back to stay at The Lawns again as there's loads to explore in the surrounding areas!

Our boys were a little hot in the room but there was a fan so we were able to quickly rectify this and they slept soundly. We were really happy with everything offered to us.

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Glynis

8.2

September 2024

Lovely large room with very good shower room. Water & biscuits a nice touch. 2 kitchens with all equipment good - meant we could shop when we arrived, rather than carry food with us. Walking distance to town centre for pub/restaurants & shops for any essentials.

Entrance to car park is a bit awkward as we have a car with very limited ground clearance. Fridge went off whilst we were out for the day, had to throw away some perishables, but transferred others to fridge in adjoining kitchen.

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Louise

10

June 2025

I have stayed at the Lawns a number of times and it never disappoints. The rooms are clean, quiet and well proportioned. The kitchen is clean and has all the appliances I need. It’s also an easy walk into town.

We always seem to arrive in the hottest week of the year and the rooms can get quite hot.

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Michael

10

September 2023

Nearly everything! Clean, comfortable and the self-catering kitchens a great idea. Contained everything one could want.

Our bedroom, no5, was at the rear, overlooking the patio/garden. Immediately outside the window was a powerful floodlight (security?) Which the blinds did little to dim as the light came round the sides and across our pillows. Sleeping in that sort of light was intermittant at best! Should add the light was on ALL NIGHT. Have to give everything else 10/10 but that was a definite no-no. To anyone thinking of staying there, ask for a FRONT ROOM.

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Ian

9.1

September 2024

Room clean & comfortable, could do with somewhere to hang the towel near shower. In general was a very pleasant stay with some nice homely touches, i.e. daily cookies left in bedroom

Pillows were a little hard & high for our likes, but some like them like that. Stairs were quite steep for my wife, but manageable. Fridges were playing up in kitchen area unfortunately.

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Anonymous

9.1

August 2025

Booking was easy and subsequent contact with the hotel was excellent. Welcome from staff was very warm. Kitchen facilities very good.

Not much! Perhaps a clearer explanation that although kitchen facilities were available for breakfast, you had to bring your own food.

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Amanda

8.2

August 2023

Being greeted by helpful warm staff The spacious new bathroom to clean up in after a long cycle Clean kitchen, shared drink and milk, where you can make your own food, nearness of supermarket to buy foods Safe storage for bikes Sense of community and safely in shared accommodation Washing line to hang clothing to dry and easy access to outdoor shared space, with chairs to rest on

Smell hanging in bedroom when we arrived sorted by opening windows. Halogen bedside lamp nearest door crackles intermitently which concerned me??

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Anonymous

8.2

June 2025

Room was clean and warm.Especially appreciated the generous sized bath towels. Plenty of storage space for clothes etc. Liked having a fridge and kitchen facilities if needed. We just used it for breakfast as we were visiting family.

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Anonymous

10

October 2023

I like the fact that it was straight forward, just a room. No bar or anything (as far as I know) so there was freedom to just bring your own things in. Staff were very friendly and explained things very clearly, such as the fire safety regulations.

Not much, if there was anything it would simply be the road outside was very busy for crossing and there isn't a big reception door on the front, so at first you are not 100% sure where to head, but that was about it.

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Anita

10

June 2023

So glad we found this gem of an accommodation! Such a great location, big free onsite car park and good sized room. We booked a family room and were delighted that there was an internal diving wall and door so it allowed us and our teenage daughter some privacy, while safe and secure within our family unit. The guest house has two big onsite well equipped kitchens, so breakfast could be done at our own pace and we could make the food that suited us. We will definitely use again when visiting family and friends in the area.

Points of Interest Around The Lawns Guest House

Airports

Robin Hood Airport Doncaster Sheffield

11.9mi

Humberside Airport

30mi

East Midlands Airport

37.3mi

Leeds Bradford International Airport

48.4mi

Manchester Airport

55.4mi

Amenities of The Lawns Guest House

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Parking On Site

Non-smoking rooms

Garden

View

Free toiletries

Stay rules - The Lawns Guest House

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property