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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, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Fenced yard

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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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

Property # 1364716
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

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. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and hiking.
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What's nearby

  • Hopewell Colliery - 4 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Puzzlewood - 6 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Clearwell Caves - 6 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Wenchford Picnic Site - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Go Ape at Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire - 7 min drive - 7.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Kaplan's Cafe & Bistro - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Foresters Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Postage Stamp Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Ugly Duckling - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Annexe - ‬6 min drive

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 does it cost to stay at 🌿 Peaceful & Cosy Cottage Stay in the Forest of Dean 🌳🐑?

As of 16 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 🌿 Peaceful & Cosy Cottage Stay in the Forest of Dean 🌳🐑 on 1 June 2026 start from AU$171, 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 & 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

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 164 out of 186 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 186 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 186 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 186 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 186 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property and great location and Jane was such a lovely lady.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr 2026
Thankyou. Really love your comments
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marion L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage with friendly and helpful hosts. Perfect for anyone looking for traditional home from home.
Stayed 38 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2026
Thankyou for your comments.
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May 2026
Thankyou.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Apr 2026
Thankyou for your wonderful comments. So pleased you enjoyed your stay. Looking forward to meeting you both again.
Verified

8/10 Good

wendy c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jane was very welcoming and the cottage ideally located
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan 2026
Thankyou for your comments.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ana d.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr 2026
So pleased to receive such wonderful comments about the Forest of Dean and our cottage. Looking forward to seeing you all again. Thankyou
Verified

8/10 Good

robvaldeacon U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The friendliness of the host.All the little extras in the cottage.The chickens.
View out front
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Feb 2026
Pleased you enjoyed your short stay
Verified

10/10 Excellent

carole f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Oct 2025
What a wonderful review. Thankyou so Much. It really is appreciated, considering the Forest experienced a loss of electricity with the weather conditions. Can’t wait to meet you both.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Nov 2025
Really pleased you enjoyed our cottage and the Forest. Thankyou
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2025
Thankyou for your comments
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Oct 2025
So pleased with your lovely comments. Thankyou
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2025
Really looking forward to seeing you all again. Thankyou for your lovely comments.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Sept 2023
Thankyou.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept 2024
Thankyou.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2025
Lovely comments, so pleased you enjoyed your stay here in the fabulous Forest of Dean
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr 2025
Thankyou for your comments
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2025
Lovely guests. Super review. Wow! Thankyou
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2025
We appreciate your review. Thankyou
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept 2024
Thankyou for your comments.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2025
Cosy and comfortable pleases us , thankyou
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2022
We are pleased you enjoyed your stay thankyou
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
So pleased you enjoyed yourselves. Thankyou
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2025
Thankyou for your comments. Looking forward to meeting you again.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2025
So pleased that you enjoyed your stay. Thankyou for your lovely comments. Look forward to meeting you all again one day.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

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

Wondeful

Wonderful location, great host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 June 2024
Thankyou.

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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