Guests say
Ganarew Cottage is generally praised for its cleanliness, spaciousness, and well-equipped nature, offering a comfortable stay in a picturesque setting. The property is well-suited for family gatherings and is appreciated for its quiet village location, despite some mentions of noise from a nearby road and adjacent care home. Guests have enjoyed the local walks and the convenience of nearby towns. Some minor maintenance issues and updates are suggested, but overall, the cottage receives positive feedback for its charm and amenities.
Reviews consistently mention the property being clean, with only a few minor comments about specific items needing attention, such as a mouldy shower mat. The overall impression is that the cottage maintains a high standard of cleanliness.
The location is appreciated for its picturesque surroundings and proximity to local attractions. However, some guests noted the presence of noise from the nearby A40 and the care home laundry, which slightly impacted the tranquillity expected from a rural cottage.
Guests find the beds comfortable and the living spaces ample for relaxation and family gatherings. Some reviews suggest the need for additional or updated furniture to enhance comfort further.
The property is well-equipped with a kitchen, games room, and washing facilities, but some guests reported issues with lighting, Wi-Fi, and a lack of certain kitchen items. Maintenance concerns, such as non-working lamps and the need for more crockery, suggest room for improvement.
While guests have mentioned thoughtful touches like scones, jam, and logs for the wood burner, there is not enough consistent information across reviews to accurately score this category. It should be noted that such gifts, while appreciated, are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Whitchurch 1.8 miles. A stunning, stone terraced former stable block, in a cluster of houses ideally located overlooking the village church in Ganarew, and the countryside beyond. Beautifully furnished throughout to provide contemporary, spacious, high-quality accommodation, Ganarew Cottage is perfect for friends and family who wish to spend time in this stunning part of the country. The four sumptuous bedrooms all offer views of the countryside, the master of which has the added benefit of en-suite facilities, plus a small nursery room next door. The owner's attention to detail is evident throughout the cottage, with a very well-equipped kitchen and a large sitting room with exposed stone walls and ceiling beams, original stone-flagged floors, luxurious sofas and a warming woodburning stove.
Outside is a lovely enclosed cottage garden, complete with seating and a barbecue, ideal for alfresco dining in the summer, or simply relaxing with a refreshing drink. Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, many lovely walks and cycle routes can be enjoyed from the doorstep around the Wye Valley and the Royal Forest of Dean. Enjoy the magnificent views from Symonds Yat Rock, or try the many outdoor activities on offer, including kayaking, a high wire rope course, horse riding and fishing, to name but a few. A wonderful cottage for a memorable holiday at any time of year.
The village of Whitchurch lies between the small market towns of Ross-on-Wye and Monmouth, on the edge of the Royal Forest of Dean. Boasting lovely walks in every direction, Whitchurch has a thriving village shop and Post Office selling locally sourced products.
Accommodation
Four bedrooms: 1 x super king-size double (zip/link, can be twin on request) with en-suite bath, hand-held shower, basin and WC, 3 x twin (zip/link, can be super king-size double on request) with basin.
Room with cot.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Ground floor basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Sitting room with dining area and woodburning stove.
External utility/games room with multi-games table with table tennis, snooker and table-top football.
Oil central heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer and washing machine in utility, dishwasher, TV with FreeSat, DVD, radio, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Fuel, power and starter pack for stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair available.
Off road parking for 2 cars, plus additional roadside parking at bottom of lane, 3 mins walk.
Lockable bike/kayak storage.
Enclosed front garden with lawn, furniture and BBQ.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 1.7 miles.
Note: Mobile reception can be intermittent.
Note: Parking spaces by the church are for church visitors only.
Note: External utility/games room with multi-games table with table tennis, snooker and table-top football.
Reviews (17)
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Andy
Great location for exploring the area. Lovely walks nearby and not far from Symonds Yat and Ross on Wye and Monmouth.
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Kelly
Just needs a little bit of TLC
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Laura
The cottage is lovely and bigger than it looks, and in a quiet location, opposite a beautiful church. It was clean and fairly well equipped. It was easy to find, with only one member of the party ending up at the old peoples home! Which you don't know is there once at the cottage. Parking was great - we left a couple of cars just down the lane, and two on the drive. The area is fabulous; we walked form the house up to the hill fort, then down to Symonds Yat, across the ferry and to the Saracens Head. We ate in both the Saracens Head and the Old Ferrie Inn; both were fabulous, but the Ferrie had the edge. The only slight negatives were a few of the mugs were chipped, which was a shame and one of the sofas seems to have no seat cushions, so was a bit uncomfortable. The mugs would be an easy win. I would recommend the cottage and the area.