Holiday Cottages in the Wye Valley & Forest of Dean

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Sally - Verified booking

  We absolutely loved our stay in The Annexe.

  Came for 4 nights with just me, 2 teenagers and the dog in a fairly rainy week, so was slightly nervous about keeping them all entertained and happy - but needn't have worried! The house was immaculately clean (and I mean, totally, utterly, spotless clean) and we couldn't have asked for better, more modern and comfortable facilities (my first time cooking on an induction hob - worked a treat!!). The lovely owners even provided us with a home-baked cake and cookies - they didn't last long with the teenagers in the house! Wi-Fi had a super strong signal, so we were able to stream movies, play games on our devices etc with no problems (essential with 2 teenagers in tow!). Plenty of piping hot water for showers or a bath, too. The beautiful but also wildlife-friendly garden and views from The Annexe were magnificent - I had a real stinker of a cold on our holiday, so spent a lot of time happily sat in the reclining lounge chairs reading and watching the birds coming to the feeders out the window. The location was perfect for a big range of activities too - we went to Go Ape, Goodrich Castle, Symonds Yat and the Taurus Crafts shops & cafe, but saw many other places we would've loved to explore if we'd had a longer stay. All were dog-friendly and lovely places to go (essential as my dog has separation anxiety so has to come everywhere with me). We loved our break in The Annexe and couldn't recommend it more highly as a place to stay.

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• Sharon - Verified booking

  A lovely, peaceful retreat- a total battery recharge The Loft Room was as lovely as depicted in the photos.

  It was cosy, comfortable and had everything we needed for our stay. The rural view from the door was beautiful and we were lucky to witness some stunning sunsets accompanied by bird song. Although the Loft Room was next to the owner's beautiful thatched cottage, we had complete privacy but Caroline, the owner, was completely contactable. The location was excellent to explore many parts of the surrounding area, all with in a short drive. We spent our mornings wondering the Malvern Hills and walking around the local woods and countryside and visiting historic market towns and cathedral cities in the afternoons. Hereford, Tewkesbury, Gloucester and Ledbury to name a few. On the door step, we enjoyed walking around the Daffodil Way and finding out about the Dymock poets. We had a lovely evening and good food in the local community pub (The Beauchamp Arms) were we were made to feel very welcomed by the villagers.

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• Alex - Verified booking

  Just back from a lovely stay at The forest coach house.

  The cottage is perfect and a home away from home. Very clean and has everything you needed. Tracey was a wonderful host, there if you needed her but otherwise left to go about your holiday as you wish. The cottage is a short walk to Cinderford town centre, where you will be greeted by an array of shops and plenty of food establishments. The golden lion pub in Cinderford was very welcoming and family friendly, highly recommend a visit. Perrygrove railway is a short drive away and perfect for children, as is the Wye butterfly zoo. All in all myself, my husband and our 2 and a half year old daughter had a wonderful time. We will definitely be returning to this gem of a cottage when we back visiting the beautiful Forest of Dean. Thankyou Forest coach house for a fantastic break! And thankyou for the treats left on our arrival.

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• Peter - Verified booking

  From the outset, even before arrival the contact from Tracey the owner was first class.

  The dog treats and chocolates on arrival were a very nice surprise. I can honestly say that this is a truly exceptional holiday cottage and certainly the best cottage we have stayed in over the many years exploring the UK. It was exceptionally clean and had everything you needed for a home away from home. Being located next to the Forest of Dean, makes it the perfect base for exploring the forest, with multiple walking options only a short drive away. The secure pet friendly garden, means that your dog is free to safely explore. Whilst we didn't have the best weather during the week we stayed, the quality of the accommodation more than made up for it. It is a cottage and location that we will definitely be returning to.

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• Andrew - Verified booking

  What a lovely welcome, and how reassuring that the cottage is absolutely spotless, as I said reassuring in these strange pandemic times, this cottage is warm, comfortable and very well equipped.

  The views are fantastic watching the sunrise and sunset. The people who own it were very friendly and welcoming, but totally unobtrusive. The lady who owns the house is very thoughtful as she kindly made me a gluten free cake being celiac . The locals were all very friendly and chatty, there are some lovely woodlands just 50yrds up the road wonderful for walking the dogs or just great for restoring your soul, I saw the buck stag several times. I loved it here it was warm quiet comfortable and as a woman on my own I felt completely safe at all times. I would recommend this place, don't hesitate to book you won't be disappointed. thank you Alan and Jane for a wonderful stay. Regards Vicky

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