Guests say
About Time Cottage in Lydney is a spacious and well-equipped property, receiving praise for its comfortable rooms, ample facilities, and thoughtful touches like a welcome pack. The location is ideal for exploring the Forest of Dean, with local amenities and dining options within walking distance. While some maintenance issues were noted, the overall experience was highly regarded by guests, making it a popular choice for family gatherings and group stays.
Guests generally found the cottage to be clean and tidy, with several positive remarks about its condition. However, a few mentioned minor issues such as mould in showers and a leak in the bathroom, suggesting room for improvement in certain areas.
The cottage's location is highly praised for its proximity to the Forest of Dean, local shops, and pubs. The village setting and nearby attractions make it an excellent base for exploring the area.
The property is consistently described as comfortable and spacious, with special mentions of the cosy bedrooms and large living area. Some guests noted temperature regulation issues in certain rooms, but overall, the comfort level was rated highly.
Facilities like the kitchen, games area, and outdoor spaces were appreciated, but several reviews cited maintenance issues such as non-working light bulbs, a cracked cooker hob, and the need for updates. The presence of a well-equipped kitchen and entertainment options like a pool table added to the positive feedback.
Many guests were delighted by the thoughtful welcome pack provided, which included items like cake, biscuits, and bread. While these gifts were well-received, it is important to note that such offerings are subject to availability and not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
A stunning detached cottage located in the thriving village of Parkend in the heart of the Royal Forest of Dean. About Time Cottage offers very comfortable accommodation, with the luxury of underfloor heating throughout, individually styled and furnished, this delightful cottage is ideal for a get together with extended family and friends looking to discover this beautiful area of Gloucestershire. Offering bright and airy rooms, there are four charming ground-floor bedrooms, two with the added benefit of en-suite facilities, whilst other rooms can access a lavish ground-floor bathroom. The fifth bedroom is located on the second floor, accompanied by its very own private balcony, perfect for a couple wanting some privacy during an evening tipple in a peaceful setting, along with a separate bathroom on this floor.
The living accommodation covers the whole of the first floor with leather seating located around a wall-mounted flat screen TV and a dining area where all guests can gather around the table comfortably together, and discuss the events of the day over a bottle of wine and good company. Also in the living area is a fantastic games space, great for a weekend of celebration over drinks whilst you attempt to win a game of table football or pool, whilst doors lead you out to the rear garden. The separate kitchen has everything the chef in your party could wish for, boasting state-of-the-art amenities and utensils, as well as a small breakfast bar for the early birds.
Spend an afternoon relaxing in the private rear garden, a fully enclosed space offering a decked area with seating, ideal for alfresco dining whilst your pets run free after enjoying the many outdoor activities on offer in the area. Local amenities can be found right on your doorstep, where a stroll takes you to the village shop and a welcoming local pub, ideal for stocking up on essentials and enjoying a refreshing pint alongside tasty pub grub, the village of Parkend offers many lovely walks and cycle routes, along with a RSPB wildlife reserve, home to countless rare birds. Visit the outstanding Forest of Dean National Park, home to adventure-filled attractions including the thrilling Go Ape Adventure Course, the Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail, or a choice of Forest Segway Tours to name a few!
Just short drives away are the eerie caves of Clearwell, the riverside towns of Ross-on-Wye and Monmouth, as well as the Severn Estuary, famous for its tidal bore, whilst day trips to Cheltenham, Gloucester and Symonds Yat are all available. About Time Cottage is a superb base that's ideal for a memorable holiday at any time of year.
Parkend is a thriving village situated at the southern end of the Royal Forest of Dean offering two lovely pubs, a store, Post Office and a 19th century railway station, part of the Dean Forest Railway. Close by is the rspb Nagshead Reserve, which is home to many rare woodland birds and offers interesting events for all ages throughout the year. The magnificent Royal Forest of Dean, England's largest oak forest and an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, boasts numerous trails that can be explored on foot, by bike or on horseback.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Five bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request) with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x ground-floor king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request), 1 x ground-floor double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x second-floor double with balcony and seating, 1 x ground-floor twin.
Second-floor bathroom with bath, separate shower, basin and WC.
Ground-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
First-floor kitchen with breakfast area.
First-floor living/dining room with games area.
External utility
Electric underfloor heating.
Rangemaster electric cooker with double oven and 5-ring hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, iPod dock, WiFi, pool table, football table and a selection of games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and 2 highchairs available.
Off-road parking for three cars.
Lockable bike storage.
Enclosed lawned garden with decked area and furniture.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop next door and pub 0.1 miles.
Note: Spiral staircase with open steps, care to be taken.
Note: Check-in is from 5pm
Reviews (62)
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John
This is a great spacious property in the forest of Dean with lovely easy walks within 5 minutes drive and the 2 pubs on your door step are throughly recommended. The design of the house with its 1st floor "living area is brilliant". The steam railway almost next door is also worth a trip. There is currently no mobile signal in Parkend which may or may not be a blessing. That said wifi was perfect and we used WhatsApp for calls no problem. The whole area is very beautiful. Many thanks to Amie for providing us with a great holiday. We'd stay again.
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Chris
Generally everything was available and comfortable for our stay. It wouldn't hurt for a maintenance person to pop in and just check things over - eg the showers, the light bulbs and there was no potato peeler which we would have found useful - curtain/blind over the twin room door next to the main bathroom would be good
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Mark
We were very unlucky as the heating had broken down and it was very chilly, especially for my elderly Mother. A plumber did come out but even on our last day it hadnât warmed up mainly due to the huge nature of the open plan living area. Read the other reviews as they are true. Noise levels within the house are extremely high across all three floors. Beware when using the shower on the top floor as the water struggles to drain away. Without a real focus on maintenance this is not a property I would return to.