Guests say
The Cider Barn in Newnham receives glowing praise for its immaculate presentation, peaceful rural setting, and welcoming hosts. Guests consistently highlight the barn’s comfort, well-equipped kitchen, and charming features such as the wood burner and alpacas. The location is ideal for exploring the Forest of Dean, Cotswolds, and Welsh borders, with plenty of local amenities and attractions nearby. Visitors appreciate the thoughtful touches and wealth of local information provided. Minor comments include the downstairs toilet and occasional noise from rain on the windows, but overall, guests describe their stays as relaxing, cosy, and memorable.
Cleanliness is repeatedly praised, with guests describing the property as spotless, immaculate, and extremely clean. Several reviews mention the barn feeling as if they were the first guests to stay, and no negative comments regarding cleanliness were noted.
The location is highly regarded for its peaceful countryside setting and proximity to the Forest of Dean, Cotswolds, and local attractions. Guests appreciate the rural tranquillity and easy access to amenities, with only minor mentions of the property being outside a town or village, which was generally seen as a positive.
Guests consistently describe the barn as cosy, comfortable, and homely, with special mentions of the beds, wood burner, and overall warmth. The only minor drawback noted was the downstairs toilet, but this did not detract significantly from overall comfort.
The barn is praised for being well-equipped, with a modern kitchen, excellent shower, and all necessary amenities. Guests mention the abundance of maps, guides, and thoughtful details. One minor comment was the absence of a pizza cutter, but this was not seen as a significant issue.
The hosts are frequently described as welcoming, friendly, and attentive, often providing local information and suggestions. Several guests mention thoughtful touches such as welcome hampers or packs, but please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
This barn conversion is sited on the owners’ holding of approximately 8 acres within the Forest of Dean district.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: 32" Freeview TV, DVD Player, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bathroom: Bath, Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, No Toilet
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds.
Biomass central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Superfast Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot,highchair and stairgate. Welcome pack. Access to chest freezer in outbuilding. Courtyard garden with furniture and BBQ. 8 acres of meadow (shared with owners). Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. The location is great for those wanting to explore the Forest of Dean and surrounding areas. This barn conversion is attached to the main farmhouse complete with original beams and the old cider mill in situ. It has been converted to a high standard with the open plan living space downstairs and a wood burner for extra warmth. The owners provide a welcome basket on arrival and essential toiletries in the bathroom. Outside, guests can access the open fields and admire views from the property, as well as the owners’ alpacas. The front of the property is south facing with a courtyard to sit out in for an evening glass of wine. Guests who are looking to do some fishing (payable locally) can walk to the carp lake along the lane. Garage/shop ½ mile, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.
Free WiFi
Access to the chest freezer is in the out building.
Reviews (34)
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Jane Clarke
Beautiful barn everything we needed lovely hosts quiet peaceful surroundings Only one little comment the toilet is downstairs so if you visit the loo overnight it is downstairs.We would recommend this holiday let 100%
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Sean Thompson
Gillie and Chris were very welcoming, friendly and accommodating. Very comfortable cottage and had a lovely relaxing time with a quiet base to read our books. The cottage was off-piste, exactly to our liking but the Forest of Dean and other local attractions and venues were within easy reach by car. Would highly recommend to anyone visiting the area and wanting a quiet stay, outside a town/village.
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Nev Hitchman
We had a wonderful few days at The Cider Barn. The owners were both very friendly and welcoming. Beautiful setting, birdsong and swallows nesting right next to the house. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Would definitely recommend.