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🌿 Peaceful & Cosy Cottage Stay in the Forest of Dean 🌳🐑

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Smart TV, fireplace, books
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space

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Lydney, Gloucestershire
  • Place, Puzzlewood
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Clearwell Caves
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Wye Valley
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)
    ‪64 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

🌿 Peaceful & Cosy Cottage Stay in the Forest of Dean 🌳🐑


Escape to this charming stone-built detached country cottage nestled on the edge of the picturesque village of Bream in the heart of the Forest of Dean. Surrounded by ancient oak trees and overlooking open common land, this tranquil retreat offers the perfect setting for a relaxing holiday in one of England’s most beautiful rural landscapes. ✨

From the golden leaves of autumn 🍂 to the crisp snowy winters ❄️, this cottage is a wonderful place to unwind year-round. Full of character and comfort, it features:
🏡 Accommodation for up to 4 guests
2 spacious bedrooms (1 double bed + 2 singles)
Cosy lounge with log burner 🔥, comfy sofa set & Smart TV
Separate dining room for family meals 🍽️
Fully equipped kitchen with oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer & washing machine
Ground floor bathroom with bath + separate shower 🚿
🌸 Outdoor Space & Surroundings
Enclosed front and rear gardens for your private use 🌿
Direct access to open common land where sheep graze freely 🐑
Ideal safe play area for children
🐾 Pet-Friendly – Pets welcome by prior arrangement.
👨‍👩‍👧 Owners live next door for extra peace of mind.
Whether you’re looking for a peaceful retreat, a romantic countryside break, or a family holiday in the Forest of Dean, this cosy cottage is the perfect base to explore walking trails, wildlife, and charming villages nearby. 🌲✨
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the overall property condition at this cottage. During your stay, you'll be close to Dean Forest Railway. Features include laundry facilities. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the cottage.
  • The cottage offers a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Dean Forest Railway and 9 minutes from Wye Valley
As a guest of 🌿 Peaceful & Cosy Cottage Stay in the Forest of Dean 🌳🐑, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Lydney cottage is smoke free.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Optional ski privileges

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Optional ski privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

The staircase is fairly steep and may not be ideal for guests with limited mobility.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

🌿 Peaceful & Cosy Cottage Stay in the Forest of Dean 🌳🐑 Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 165 out of 187 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 187 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 187 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 187 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 187 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Me and my husband went for our 30th wedding anniversary xAs soon as we got there we was taken back how beautiful the setting was , the host jane met us straight away and made us feel so welcome the cottage was so clean and had everything you needed for home comforts xIt was cosy and warm with a lovely country freshness , the bed was clean and cosy ,had a little log fire for the chilly nights xThe views where amazing and the forest was on our doorstep xJust walk out the door and you was there x perfect for chilled night views and morning coffee's taking it all in x the locals were all friendly and always had a good morning or a hello, the cottage was so homely and is also dog friendly xYou have to visit the devil's chapel, a beautiful old mining area where the nature as took back , big old trees and caves ( merlin tv series was filmed there) the forest around the cottage is breathtaking xLittle shops near by for what you need and a lovely fish n chips shop x perfect setting for your body and soul to have a break and like I said the host jane and malcom are lovely, make you feel so welcome xMornings was beautiful watching the local sheep and chickens x
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026

8/10 Good

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a lovely stay, however had a few concerns with the stairs, they are quite steep! Otherwise it’s a nice place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

Carrie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely property and great location and Jane was such a lovely lady.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ana d.

We had a lovely stay at the cottage and would happily return. The location is peaceful and perfect for a family break, surrounded by beautiful countryside and great walks nearby. It was an ideal base for exploring the Forest of Dean and the surrounding areas.The cottage itself was cosy, comfortable, and well equipped, and it felt very welcoming after long days out. Our children especially loved seeing the sheep and chickens greeting us at the front door, it made the stay feel extra special and really added to the countryside experience.Overall, a relaxing and enjoyable stay in a charming setting. Thank you for having us!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage was perfect for our stay, well equipped, both small front garden & large back garden safely fenced & definitely dog friendly. Beds comfy, great sleep as such a peaceful area. Jane was great host, doing a happy & hospitable job & only next door, & readily available if you need her. Will definitely return.Cottage is easy to find & great base for exploring Forest of Dean & surrounding areas
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marion L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage with friendly and helpful hosts. Perfect for anyone looking for traditional home from home.
Stayed 38 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Emily A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely clean and tidy cottage. Fantastic access to the forest and great walks from the doorstep. Welcoming hosts!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

robvaldeacon U.

Liked: Cleanliness
The friendliness of the host.All the little extras in the cottage.The chickens.
View out front
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

wendy c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Jane was very welcoming and the cottage ideally located
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Oakdean cottage. Great welcome from Jane.Warm & cosy, everything you need and great location for Forest of Dean. Excellent dog walking on the doorstepLook forward to returning
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

carole f.

Liked: Cleanliness
wonderful 3 night stay in this lovely cosy cottage with log fire, forest just a stones throw away, the dogs absolutely loved it, views are stunning. will certainly be booking again at some point, highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Jane & Malcolm are really friendly hosts. The place is spotless & really cozy. The people in the village walking passed are also really friendly to people & dogs. The area is lovely & we wouldn't hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

alison w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely clean cosy cottage in great surroundings, Cottage owners were so welcoming and Jane was very knowledgeable of the all the places to go locally. Great watching the chickens and the sheep by the cottage and our dog had a great time.Dog friendly with great forest walk on door step and cottage had a lovely enclosed garden.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Homely. Frirndly. Host was very welcoming and helpful
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Glyn E.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful short break in the Forest on the green, shared with the grazing sheep and chickens! Property superb and all as listed with the owner extremely personable and attentive and could not do enough for us when we arrived late on a Sunday looking for dinner! We would have no hesitation in recommending this cosy cottage as a great base for your adventures in the Forest of Dean and the Wye Valley and we look forward to returning again one day.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

agres j.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very well-placed for visiting local attractions and exploring further afield.Easy access to the forest for walking.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham B., Rugby

Liked: Cleanliness
The house felt like being at home, cosy and comfortable, Jane and her husband made feel welcome, as did the neighbours who walked past. Quiet, relaxing location and ideal centre for many local attractions.Will miss the hens and sheep!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely loved our stay, everything we needed was there and owner so so lovely. Wish we could have stayed longer, definitely going back. Thank you xx
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz A.

Liked: Cleanliness

An absolute gem !

Easy to find and such a warm welcome. A beautiful cottage with everything you need. Whether you while away the hours watching the chickens foraging and dustbathing from the front garden, or enjoy the lovely walks from the doorstep, it is a wonderful location for a week away ..or longer.. as there is so much to see and do and the cottage is perfectly placed to explore. It was a priority, having dogs, that there were lots of shady walks nerar-by, we were not disappointed! The Colliers Trail explored Mallards Pike, Cannop Ponds, Speech House Lake and the Sculpture trail. Had a lovely meal at the Miners Arms, and some nice fish n chips from the local. Jane couldn't have done more for us. Such a lovely host. Thank you for sharing your lovely home with us!
Watching the chickens and sheep!
A few steps from the door
Speech House Lake
Mallards Pike
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfectly gorgeous place

The cottage, next door to the owner is a lovely property with constant sunshine in the private garden from sunrise to sunset. As we stayed during hot weather we took advantage of the BBQ.The stairs are rather steep.The host was very friendly and ensured our stay was comfortable.The location is lovely with a common in front, our neighbours comprised of many sheep and chickens freely wandering around, which enhanced our experience and as the community is quite small, their friendly inclusive attitude made us feel very much at home.It's a great location for visiting many attractions and local grown produce is readily available at farmers markets, Taurus centre etc. There are a number of pubs in the area with a few within walking distance. The food at these pubs is good too.Would highly recommend this lovely friendly location, tucked away in Lydney
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

peter G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Holiday

A comfortable cottage in a lovely little village of Bream. A perfect base to explore the forest of dean. We liked the fact that everything was not far to travel to from the cottage. Will book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ELIZABETH A.

Liked: Cleanliness

We now want hens!

We had a lovely few days at the cottage. It was comfy and cosy and had everything we needed.Jane and Malcolm were lovely, friendly and had lots of free range hens, who our son fell in love with! Perfectly situated for walks or bike rides in the forest, which was literally just out the front door! Just lovely!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just perfect

Brilliant location, fantastic cottage and wonderful hosts.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ALISON W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Roll on my next visit

I can't wait to go again and I am planning my next visit all ready. Jane is one of those lovely people its such a pleasure to know and I am very grateful to have discovered this lovely place.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025