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Forest of Dean Romantic & Rustic Holiday Cottage

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A calm lake with trees reflecting on the water, surrounded by a natural landscape.
A room with a wooden floor, a bench, a sofa, a lamp, and a door leading to a garden.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, sofa, television, and a large window with curtains.
A cozy bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A dining area with a wooden table set for four, surrounded by chairs.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Feels like home

    Guests love the warm, welcoming atmosphere.
  • Games

    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • A quiet escape

    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Dryer
  • Onsite parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Yorkley, ENG
  • Place, Wenchford Picnic Site
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Puzzlewood
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Wye Valley
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Forest of Dean Romantic & Rustic Holiday Cottage

Up a forest track, the third of four properties with forest outlook immediately to the front and forest walks right from the doorstep, The Old Chapel has been sympathetically converted to create an atmosphere of peace and tranquility. It oozes character. It is situated on the edge of the village of Yorkley (population approx 1,000). The cottage is 80% pine clad (walls and ceilings) giving it a very warm and relaxing feel throughout. It has been furnished to give a 'home from home' feel all in wood and/or neutral colours. The general atmosphere is rustic, with mostly wooden floors and brick window cills, it is something 'a bit different'.
Our favourite time to stay in the Forest is the first week in June when all the trees and plants are newly out and the view from our sofas is stunning.
There are two bedrooms, one upstairs and one downstairs. Both rooms have a double bed, so the cottage accommodates four people comfortably.
The upstairs bedroom is on a mezzanine overlooking the lounge. There is no door to this room.
The downstairs bedroom is just off the lounge and could affect light sleepers.
The only things that wake you up is birdsong!
The lounge/dining room is large, and looks larger because it has 14 foot high ceilings, mostly covered in wood panelling. We have three sofas in the lounge, all of which are comfortable - who doesn't want to relax on holiday?
The beast of a wood burner in the lounge gives a very relaxed feel in the evenings, along with some candles which we keep there. Very romantic!
The kitchen is small but very well stocked as we like cooking (and eating).
There is a dishwasher and a 6 foot tall fridge/freezer - more than enough to store a week's food for a family.
The garden is small, but there is a forest on the doorstep.
We have two reclining garden chairs in the back garden and a small BBQ should you wish to 'eat out'.
We hate holiday places that have no character, and have tried really hard to make sure that our one does . It is very well furnished so there should not be anything missing for your stay, but if there is, please let us know!
If you are bringing a little one with you, we keep a travel cot, stairgate and high chair in the cottage.
A really romantic place to escape, leave all your troubles behind and just chill!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8046754
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Lydney

Located in Lydney, this cottage is in a rural area. Littledean Jail and Tintern Abbey are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Go Ape at Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire and Puzzlewood. Travelling with kids? Consider Wenchford Picnic Site and Dean Forest Railway. Scuba diving and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cave exploring nearby.
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Yorkley, ENG

What's nearby

  • Wenchford Picnic Site - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Puzzlewood - 12 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Wye Valley - 15 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Gloucester Quays - 38 min drive - 36.6 km
  • Thornbury Castle - 42 min drive - 42.0 km

Getting around

  • Lydney Station - 11 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beechenhurst Lodge - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Beechenhurst Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Greggs - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Ugly Duckling - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Severn View Inn - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Forest of Dean Romantic & Rustic Holiday Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Forest of Dean Romantic & Rustic Holiday Cottage?

As of 12 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Forest of Dean Romantic & Rustic Holiday Cottage on 10 Oct 2026 start from £394, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Forest of Dean Romantic & Rustic Holiday Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Forest of Dean Romantic & Rustic Holiday Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Forest of Dean Romantic & Rustic Holiday Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Forest of Dean Romantic & Rustic Holiday Cottage located?

This family-friendly Lydney cottage is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Wenchford Picnic Site and Go Ape at Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire. Dean Forest Railway is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Doreen Kingston

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I am older than I feel comfortable with. I live with my hubby just 3 miles from Heathrow so we're well used to noisy surroundings. We are both self-employed and work from home, often very long hours. We like eating (with a passion), holidays (don't get enough of them) and a bit of peace and quiet (don't get a lot of that either)!

When we purchased the cottage we were looking for something which felt like home both in terms of comfort and facilities. We wanted it to be within a 2.5 hour drive of London, have a lot of character, have forest on the doorstep and be very relaxing - this place ticked all the boxes!

We have identical twin daughters and four grandchildren (aged 10, 7, 3 and 6 months, who all visit with us at least twice a year. I love them to experience the freedom it is not possible to have at home, as they all live in urban areas.

Why they chose this property

I was born in the Forest of Dean, and lived there until the age of 18 when I left for London, never to return except for... every 3rd weekend for 40 years we've kept going back! We still have friends and family there of course. We live 3 miles from Heathrow and we get door-to-door in 2 hours 20 minutes. When my parents died, we didn't want to sever our ties with the Forest, so we bought The Old Chapel. We no longer need to stay with family there - we've now got our own place where we can entertain and relax. Our whole family love the Forest. We love its peace, its tranquility, and its people who are very very friendly. The Foresters are very friendly folk and 'what you see is what you get' basically. You'll know when you meet a Forester, they will always stop and chat.

What makes this property unique

From the minute we arrive, it spells 'relaxation' - which we hardly get at home. What do we like? The extensive wood panelling, the original wooden floors, the brick window sills, the log-burner, the very high ceilings and the feeling of space this gives, the Gothic chandelier, the galleried bedroom with its beamed ceiling, the courtyard garden (I can sit out and read at night), the fact that the cottage is up a small lane, and then woodland. We also like the fact that because the lounge windows are about 10-12 foot high, you are not aware of other properties around you. You can sit in the lounge by the fire with direct views over the Forest. I could go on and on and on and on! Night-time in the cottage is, for me, one of the best times to enjoy its beauty.

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