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

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Oakdean Cottage
Oakdean Cottage
Rear Garden
Front Garden and view
Country lane approaching cottage.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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  • Place, Clearwell Caves
  • Place, Puzzlewood
  • Place, Lydney Harbour
  • Airport, Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

🌿 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. 🌲✨

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:30 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

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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Smoking

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

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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lydney

Located in Lydney, this cottage is in a rural area. Taurus Crafts and Sculpture Trail are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Puzzlewood and Go Ape at Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire. Dean Forest Railway and Wenchford Picnic Site are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Lydney, Gloucestershire

What's nearby

  • Dean Forest Railway - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Clearwell Caves - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Puzzlewood - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Go Ape at Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Lydney Harbour - 8 min drive - 8.1 km

Getting around

  • Lydney Station - 11 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Greggs - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Cross Keys Pub - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Postage Stamp Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kaplan's Cafe & Bistro - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Miners Arms - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 🌿 Peaceful & Cosy Cottage Stay in the Forest of Dean 🌳🐑 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at 🌿 Peaceful & Cosy Cottage Stay in the Forest of Dean 🌳🐑?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 🌿 Peaceful & Cosy Cottage Stay in the Forest of Dean 🌳🐑?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at 🌿 Peaceful & Cosy Cottage Stay in the Forest of Dean 🌳🐑?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 🌿 Peaceful & Cosy Cottage Stay in the Forest of Dean 🌳🐑 located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Dean Forest Railway, Wenchford Picnic Site and Clearwell Caves. Puzzlewood and Way2go Adventures are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 159 out of 178 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 178 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 178 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 178 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 178 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emma R.

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

Emily R.

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

8/10 Good

agres j.

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

alison w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Homely. Frirndly. Host was very welcoming and helpful
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary H.

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

Graham B.

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

Neil C.

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

10/10 Excellent

Jon F.

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

Just perfect

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

10/10 Excellent

Sarah O.

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

Lovely stay in cottage near the woods

Lovely cottage and super hostMany thanks x
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

peter G.

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

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

Marianne T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great stay in a perfect cottage in a quiet part of Bream. Fully equipped kitchen with all the essentials and more. No dishwasher, but that was quite okay. Great beds. The free roaming sheep and the chicken were a nice extra. Jane, the host is very welcoming and knowledgeable about the area and the best places to go to. It is tucked away in a corner of Gloucestershire, but has some great walks in the beautiful Forest of Dean.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Brian D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and host

The location of this property was brilliant, Lovely cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

ALISON W.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Sheila W.

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

Lovely place to relax

Lovely little cottage next to the woodland. The owners were really welcoming and the cottage was fully equipped and really clean. It was the nicest one we have ever stayed in. This will certainly be our first choice if we come down this way again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duncan M.

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

Lovely stay

Comfortable and relaxing we enjoyed our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma B.

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

Perfect stay

My husband and I had such a lovely stay at Jane's house. It is a lovely cosy house with everything we needed for our stay and very central for visiting the main spots of the Forest of Dean. Jane is a super friend and helpful host and great with communicating. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzi

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

Lovely stay

Super helpful host living just next door and the property is in a lovely location - free range chicken and sheep!! Great base to travel round the area. Really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

ELIZABETH A.

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

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

8/10 Good

Clare T.

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

Beautiful area

Cosy cottage in lovely location. A good meeting point between West Wales and the West Country. We loved exploring the Forest of Dean. Also a lovely walk from the cottage. Nice welcome from host Jane.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hilary S.

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

Perfect week in Bream

Lovely cottage, comfortably furnished and well equipped in a beautiful, quiet location.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mal

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

Great location!!

We were very lucky to make the most of the wonderful weather to explore the area (so many stunning places including Tyntesfield, or Woodchester Park).We had a great stay, very peaceful and private.Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanveen C.

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

Peaceful stay in idyllic location

Thank you for hosting us Jane, we thoroughly enjoyed staying at your lovely little cottage and getting away from the city. Perfect for a family get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

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

Wondeful

Wonderful location, great host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick G.

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

Lovely peaceful cottage

We had a lovely stay and Jane is an excellent host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mrs Jane Cole

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Why they chose this property

This cottage has been in my families ownership for over one hundred years.

What makes this property unique

Offers a peaceful holiday 'get away' setting surrounded by open common land and forestry.

Languages:

English

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