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Peaceful country cottage with beautiful river views, family and dog friendly

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Exterior
Living area
Large open plan living space with kitchen and comfy lounge area
Kitchen is fully equipped for self catering
A wood burner and smart TV for cold days / chilly nights in

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Ground floor bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful country cottage with beautiful river views, family and dog friendly

A lovely quiet, newly refurbished country cottage situated on the edge of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty outside the village of Woolaston in the Forest of Dean/Wye Valley area. The cottage has breathtaking views of the River Severn, plenty of local footpaths including the Gloucestershire Way and Offas Dyke within walking distance. Short drive to Forest of Dean for outdoor activities or River Wye for a canoe or swim! Parking, rear fenced secure garden for dogs/children. 2 bedrooms, sleeps 4, fully equipped with Wifi, ideal for walkers or families. Large living space with wood burning stove for the ultimate in cozy country living. Dog friendly (up to two well behaved dogs).

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Gym
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
High chair, tableware, travel cot available
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Well behaved dogs must abide by our house rules
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking including outside

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
If you came with a pet, pleaser check the garden for poo. There’s are bags under the sink
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Doggie House Rules: Well behaved dogs welcome, no dogs upstairs or on furniture, all dog poop must be picked from the garden as it happens.

Important information

You need to know

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lydney

Located in Lydney, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Taurus Crafts and Chepstow Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Gate House and Chepstow Castle. Travelling with kids? Consider Dean Forest Railway and Chepstow Leisure Centre. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Woolaston, England

What's nearby

  • Symonds Yat Rock - 9 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Taurus Crafts - 10 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Chepstow Castle - 12 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Lydney Harbour - 12 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Puzzlewood - 13 min drive - 15.8 km

Getting around

  • Chepstow Station - 11 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Piercefield - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Three Tuns Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mint And Mustard - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Rising sun - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Panevino - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful country cottage with beautiful river views, family and dog friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Peaceful country cottage with beautiful river views, family and dog friendly?

As of 22 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Peaceful country cottage with beautiful river views, family and dog friendly on 19 May 2026 start from NZ$286, 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 Peaceful country cottage with beautiful river views, family and dog friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful country cottage with beautiful river views, family and dog friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful country cottage with beautiful river views, family and dog friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful country cottage with beautiful river views, family and dog friendly located?

This family-friendly Lydney holiday home is located on a river, 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from River Wye, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Taurus Crafts and Symonds Yat Rock. Gate House and Chepstow Castle are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Suzanne T.

We have just had a lovely stay at Oak tree cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage

Lovely cottage in a peaceful location. A great base from which to explore the local area. Lots of good pubs and cafes within a short distance.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easter Stay

Gemma’s property was immaculate and we had a wonderful stay. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage

Cottage was very well presented with everything you could possibly need for a week stay. A complementary bottle of wine awaited us on arrival along with treats for our dog which was a nice touch. Very peaceful location. Lovely hosts. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah Browne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning Cottage

The cottage was wonderful. everything you needed and more. The hosts were fabulous and contactable if you needed. in fact they came round to drop off some home grown vegetables for us. Very peaceful with a gorgeous view of the River Severn. Would definitely recommend!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

More than one night would have been wonderful

Such a delightful, thoughtfully furnished cottage and we were blessed with sunshine, so sat out on the veranda looking at the beautiful view. Very peaceful place with everything you need. We wished we could stay more than one night, but were on our way north with limited time. We loved the eggs that were left for us, as well as the hens scratching around over the fence.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hayley E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent area for walking and accessing many gardens

We really enjoyed our stay and the location. Neighbours friendly and helpful. Would love to investigate area further. We were really lucky with the weather. Log burner kept us warm and cosy
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bart G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Oak tree cottage

Mooie locatie en mooie en ruime cottage.sleutel kastje ideaal.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Katherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning view and a home away from home

The cottage was a perfect location for activities around the Forest of Dean and was wonderfully comfortable. We had a lovely week and Gemma was available for any queries. The online guest book was perfect before we came so we knew what to expect, as well as during our stay for options of where to go.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet, cosy, comfortable place to stay

We enjoyed our stay. Plenty of room for four people and all as described. Good location on the outskirts of the Forest of Dean.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what was needed....

This comfortable cottage had everything we needed for a relaxing break, and Tom & Gemma were ideal hosts - ready to help and ready to chat. Lots to do and see in the area, plus the pleasure of coming back to the cottage and chilling out in the garden (in the sunshine!) overlooking the Severn in the distance. A very good week in a lovely place.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Holiday, Great Cottage, Great Location :)

Gemma and Tom were great hosts, very helpful and friendly, OakTree Cottage was spotless, well equipped and comfortable, in a really tranquil location with plenty of walks and a great base for exploring the Wye Valley with the kids :)
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful , friendly retreat !

A delightful cottage , run by a delightful family ! Emma and Tom helped to make our stay idyllic and made sure that everything we needed was provided , including dog treats and towels for our dog Chester. Emma has a real flair for presentation with flowers throughout the cottage , lovely linens and a thoughtful welcome pack . The location is perfect for exploring the locality and the neighbours we met were friendly, welcoming and very knowledgeable. A perfect cottage, in a perfect , peaceful spot . Thank you Gemma and Tom
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirstie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning views and lovely owners!

I booked this for mine and my husband's honeymoon as we weren't able to travel abroad. I can't believe just how clean this beautiful place was! The oven looked like it had never been used! The owners live next door and provided us with fresh eggs (chicken can be seen out the window!), dog treats and prosecco which was waiting on the kitchen table on our arrival which was a lovely touch. Communication was excellent with Gemma and they kindly provided us with lots of walk information to choose from. The medium charcoal weber bbq is very cute and we used this when the weather allowed. The garden wasn't as big as expected but big enough for our boxer dog to play happily. The only improvement I can think of is the kitchen equipment is a little basic for foodies like myself and my husband. A few more baking trays and sharper knives and it would have been perfect. We had a fantastic stay and Gemma was so lovely when we had an incident involving the information book and an entire glass of wine! I blame the dog... We ventured out to Ogmore beach in Wales which was a 1 hour 15 minute drive and wow what a walk! Absolutely beautiful and the dog was thrilled too! Really glad we booked and shall be recommending!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely homely cottage.

The cottage was very homely with some lovely touches, fresh flowers and a generous welcome pack. The situation was beautifully appointed, very quiet and peaceful but lots of birdsong and a country feel. We were very comfortable and the owners were very obliging and helpful. The cottage was well equipped and perfect for our two dogs with a gated garden and plenty of walks nearby. The area is beautiful with lots to do and see. I would thoroughly recommend this cottage - you won’t be dissapointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Gemma Kelly

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We are the Kelly family, Gemma, Tom and Ella. We live next door to Oak Tree Cottage at Greenacres. We recently moved from London for a more rural life, Tom is a personal trainer and Gemma is an Events Director and also a qualified personal trainer. We love and active and outdoor lifestyle and where we live delivers this in abundance.

Why they chose this property

Oak Tree Cottage is situated in between the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley, it is tucked away in the hills and perfectly peaceful. The garden has stunning views of the has recently been refurbished to a high standard. The property is self contained offering guests a totally private experience and the garden has stunning views out over the tree canopy to the River Severn. There is off street private parking making it your own personal retreat for the duration of your stay. From the cottage there are a number of footpaths to take in the surroundings including Offas Dyke and the Gloucestershire Way.

What makes this property unique

Large open plan living area with fully equipped kitchen and cozy sitting area with a wood burning stove. All our bedding is very high quality with goose feather pillows and Egyptian cotton linen. The views from the cottage are totally unique and can be enjoyed from the private rear garden, which is fenced off allowing visiting dogs freedom.

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