| Blake Cottage - Cinderford, Gloucestershire |
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1 Double. Cinderford-14 miles to Gloucester. Short breaks upon request. Dogs welcome for small charge and other pets by arrangement.
This 4 star Quality in Tourism awarded self-catering cottage is ideal for a couple who just want to get away from it all. Blake Cottage sits just on the edge of Cinderford in the Royal Forest of Dean, an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which is nestled between the rivers Severn and Wye and borders Herefordshire and South Wales. The Royal Forest of Dean is the starting point for a vast array of outdoor pursuits, from the leisurely attractions of fishing and birdwatching to the energetic pursuits of mountain biking and abseiling. The cottage itself combines the rustic charm of its heritage whilst providing all the modern conveniences with a firmly eco-friendly perspective. From the cottage door it is just a short walk to the wildlife conservation area, Linear Park, and the refurbished Edwardian Palace Cinema. Cinderford is a historic market town and is rich in locations that reveal the region’s past, from the prehistoric to the present, including the Dean Heritage Museum, Littledean Jail and the ancient iron mines in the Clearwell Caves. Many visitors may experience a sense of déja vu when they wander along the paths in magical Puzzlewood. It is often used in filming on location for series such as Dr Who and Merlin and is believed to be the inspiration for Tolkien’s mythical land, Middle Earth in The Lord of the Rings. With forest walks and cyclepaths right on the doorstep along with museums, historic ruins, restaurants and galleries you can choose how to spend your holiday - Blake Cottage is the ideal place to relax and unwind at the end of your busy day.
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| The Old Chapel - Yorkley, Gloucestershire |
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Bedrooms: 2 doubles. Sleeps: 4. Gloucester 12 miles. Short breaks available. Sorry no pets.
The Old Chapel exudes peace and tranquillity. It feels very romantic in the evenings and it's the perfect place to 'switch off' and unwind. Situated up a small lane in a peaceful village you can literally start walking into the Forest right from the doorstep. The area is a wonderful place to explore with walking and cycle paths all around. There are a whole range of activities on offer and you can choose just how active you would like your holiday to be - on the other hand there are 4 comfortable reclining chairs in the courtyard garden!
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| Honey Cottage - Stow-on-the-Wold, Gloucestershire |
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Bedrooms 2: 1 Double and 1 Twin. Short Breaks. Gloucestershire. Sorry no pets.
Honey Cottage is a charming, period self-catering holiday cottage in the Cotswolds. It is perfect for a romantic break for two or for a group of friends or a family. The property is perfectly situated in the heart of the beautiful historic Cotswolds market town of Stow-on-the-Wold, only a minute's walk from the market square with its restaurants, gastro-pubs, delicatessens, art galleries and shops. Surrounding Stow are the beautiful rolling hills and countryside of the Cotswolds just waiting to be explored.
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| Forest Break - Cinderford, Gloucestershire |
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1 Double and 1 Twin, Cinderford. Sorry no pets.
Forest Breaks cottage in the old mining town of Cinderford offers a superb location from which to explore the Forest Dean. A beautiful woodland place where you can escape from the bustle of everyday life and enjoy tranquility. Cinderford has an excellent selection of shops, restaurants and pubs. The surrounding area has lots of activities for families including the Dean Forest Railway, Dean Heritage and Clearwell Caves. Further afield, you can explore Caldicot's magnificent medieval castle set in fifty-five acres of beautiful parkland, and the historic market towns of Ross-on-Wye, Chepstow and Gloucester offer excellent shopping, including traditional weekly markets.
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| Harmony Cottage - Blakeney, Gloucestershire |
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Bedrooms: 4/5; 3 doubles, 1 single, 1 double sofa bed in galleried room. Sleeps: 9. Gloucester. Short breaks and pets welcome.
This luxury property is ideal for family get togethers because it has a dining hall plus three separate sitting rooms affording much space. In the garden you will discover the heavenly 6-seater hot tub and the barn which houses the pool table and darts boards. There are many patio areas with suitable seating and for the more romantic, a swing seat. Keeping the family entertained is easy with so many things to see and do in the surrounding Forest of Dean.
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