The Tack Room

+ Lovely cottage, with beautiful views across the forest.

Large garden area with sunbeds. Great to sit on the back balcony or in the seating area at the front. The welcome pack was a nice touch. - Could really do with a car [we haven’t], as steep walk up with shopping. Very busy road, with no pavement directly outside. It was hot in the bedroom, but we were there in the heatwave , so unusual for the U.K!

The Tack Room was perfect for us.

Easy to find and just a walk to the supermarket. The kitchen is well set up for cooking. The house is clean and very comfortable. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend.

Clean and comfortable, with adequate facilities.

We would be very happy to recommend it

Well appointed accommodation , clean and comfortable, easy to find.

Shame about the main road, was not bothered by road noise, but the traffic was very fast, difficult to walk the dog as no pavements directly by property.

Very happy with the accommodation also Elaine and Doug were very helpful and pleasant hosts.

We loved our stay at the Tack Room.

Everything was spotless and comfortable. The views are wonderful too.

What a gem of a holiday cottage!

Beautiful and characterful, with pretty shared gardens. The cottage furnishings and equipment were excellent, with one of the sofas able to recline and comfy mattresses. Friendly, helpful hosts and lots of interesting activities in easy reach of the cottage.

Great 2 bedroom apartment.

Nice and fresh interior, clean and in great condition. Nice little welcome pack. Would have no problem recommending this apartment to anyone. We eat at The Cross, Aylburton, 40 min easy walk, great staff and food. Also popped to Miners Arms, Whitecroft, okay but not going to rush back. Recommend this apartment, hosts Elaine and Doug have got it just right. Only note is at the top of a hill, this means any walk back does include the hill, (only takes a fee minutes). Thanks to Elaine and Doug.

I would love to thank the owners for the lovely little touches, such as selection boxes and little gifts on children's beds, very thoughtful, tack room decorated for Christmas, very warm and inviting, my visiting family was delighted.

Thankyou for a wonderful stay.

This is our third holiday at The Tack Room and we have thoroughly enjoyed it,. It is very clean, very comfortable, and has everything you need for a relaxing stay. The gardens are beautiful and the view from them across the valley is stunning. Elaine is amazing and very welcoming, nothing is to much trouble. Thankyou for a lovely welcome pack it was much appreciated. Probably see you again next year. Take care. Susan and Terry.

The Tack Room had everything needed for a comfortable relaxing stay.

Location for me was great 5mins drive from Lydney town Tesco. Lovely views from the rear of the property and private parking.. Good facilities apart from lack of tumble dryer but there is a heated clothes airer supplied. Will be rebooking for next year..

It was tired and wanted a little TLC.

It was cold most days. It wasn’t very comfortable at all.

Loved the Tack Room!

The location is great, the facilities are spot on and the hosts are so helpful and friendly. Many thanks Elaine and Doug!

This apartment is really spacious reclining leather settees comfy beds extremely clean extremely dog friendly even leaving throws for dog to relax on settee would highly recommend property owner very friendly and helpful we definitely enjoyed our stay even fresh fliwers to welcome u plus tasty welcome pack definitely a 10 our of 10

We had a fantastic stay and would thoroughly recommend the Tack Room as a great base for exploring the Forest of Dean.

Everything we needed was provided and the accommodation was comfortable and very clean and well maintained. Elaine and Doug are approachable and friendly and they very kindly looked after our dog for the afternoon so we could take a trip to Puzzlewood without worrying about him being left alone. Thanks so much for a great trip!

The cottage was fine with a comfortable bed and well-equiped kitchen.

We appreciated the welcome pack. Thank-you. We hoped to enjoy a week walking the principal long-distance paths in the area, but we were very disappointed and angry that so many paths were in a very bad state with blockages and key bridges closed. So like Dr. Foster we won't go to Gloucester again!

A lovely cozy and comfortable apartment with everything needed for a great stay.

The location just outside Lydney is convenient and the view into the valley is stunning. Plenty to do in the surrounding area with easy access to the Forest of Dean and into South and West Wales. Overall a wonderful holiday.

I cannot praise Elaine & Doug enough.

The Tackroom accommodation is absolutely beautiful, spotlessly clean, comfortable and spacious. It had everything we required for our weeks stay. While we were there, we went to Blenheim Palace for the day. Doug and Elaine very kindly looked after our 2 West highland terriers, and both dogs could not have been looked after any better. They also sent me pictures so I could see they were happy while not with us. They put up Christmas decorations for us arriving, which was lovely. Again they very kindly asked if we would be something we would like or not. If we visit this area again, We would definitely stay again at one of Elaine & Doug’s accommodations, and would not hesitate in recommending them to others. Thank you again for providing us with a beautiful holiday home

We had a great stay at The Tack Room, very comfortable with good facilities and close to all the amenities in the area.

Thanks

Clean and comfortable property with everything that was needed.

Great location and views from the garden were stunning. Would stay again.

Property was very nice.

Garden certainly not dog friendly. My little dog fell straight in the pond as walk ways are too steep. Not very safe for older people. Doesn’t show in pictures how uneven it really is. Could do with some grass for dog to have a wee.

This appartment had everything!

Charm and comfort; beautiful outside spaces and good parking. Also an absolutely terrific view! Elaine rang before we arrived to check we knew where we were going and to make arrangements to leave the keys etc and spoke to us before we left, which was nice. The kitchen area was well appointed and had all the utensils needed…… my only criticism was that there was little space to store food such as tinned goods and bread. Lovely comfy reclining sofas…… great sitting area! Excellent wi-fi service too! The bathroom was very good, the heated towel rail was enough to take the chill off! Both bedrooms were nicely furnished and comfy but the main bedroom wardrobe was full of cleaning equipment and the ironing board so had limited hanging space for longer items. Not really an issue for us as we just used the other wardrobe. Great location, close to Lydney and not far to Coleford or the Forest itself. Thank you for a lovely home from home!

Thank you for an amazing place to stay.

We were very comfortable and everything we could think of was provided. Our welcome pack was very thoughtful and much appreciated. The bed was comfy and the bedding was crisp and clean, simply perfect. This was our second stay with you and we would not hesitate to return again, thank you.

Nice apartment and well placed for easy access to the local area.

Elaine and Doug very pleasant and quick to respond when you need help. Everything you could want in the Tack Room and good off road parking although the entrance could easily be missed. Thoroughly enjoyed our short stay.

The holiday property was perfect.

Lovely surroundings. Many things around locally.

Lovely apartment with fabulous garden which, because of the glorious weather we were able to make excellent use of.

Our host Doug couldn't not have been more accommodating, offering his dog sitting services if needed. The bed was super comfy and the apartment was well equipped.

Thank you Elaine & Doug for the lovely treats for us & our Titch

We had a lovely 3 night break at the Tack Room, well equipped and everything we needed with fantastic views and gardens at the rear of the property.

Great location for exploring the forest and Wye Valley.

The apartment is perfect, comfortable, warm and welcoming.

The views and the location are great for either just relaxing or touring around. Must try the Dean Forest railway which can be seen from garden. The owners are extremely helpful. We plan to revisit soon.

After what had been a tough year I needed a chill out holiday.

As I don’t drive there were nice walks locally and everything needed handy. Had forgotten a throw for the dog and Elaine kindly provided one. I would highly recommend and intend to visit again

Great place to stay, maybe only small thing was the road noise in the morning when people start to go to work.

We spent a very pleasant week in the Tack Room.

A lot of thought and care had clearly gone into the conversion of the building. It was very well equipped , we were particularly pleased by the private balcony and the excellent gardens. Parking was very convenient and Doug and Elaine were very welcoming. Lydney was a perfect place for exploring the area. We would certainly recommend the Harbour and Taurus Arts Centre.

Had the most fabulous week away in the tack room, so clean and comfortable with amazing views.

Really unusual to have very comfy recliners and cosy beds in a holiday accommodation, sooo nice. We both needed a break and couldn’t have asked for more. Came home feeling very refreshed. One thing we’d like to recommend are a few more gates for guests with dogs, esp at end of tack room balcony as we couldn’t leave the door open! Apart from that it was better than a week abroad. Thank you sooooo much. Hope to see you again next year x Bev, Ian and the dogs x

We had an amazing two week stay.

We were very comfortable with everything needed at hand. Our bed was very clean and very comfortable, the bathroom was clean and perfect for our needs. The location was ideal for exploring the surrounding countryside. The Tack Room is an absolute pleasure to stay at. We would like to thank our host , both were very welcoming and nothing was too much trouble. The gift left for us on our arrival was a lovely gesture and much appreciated. Thank you guys we had a great holiday, and we look forward to staying with you again in the future.

Enjoyed our stay at the Tack Room very much.

Nice property with plenty of room and owner was friendly and helpful.

Our week long stay in The Tack Room, Lydney, was perfect.

The house was comfortable and clean, and although it was situated on a main road, it didn't spoil our stay in the slightest. But....the gardens at the back of the property were sublime! So much space and seating and so peaceful and relaxing. We wouldn't hesitate in booking this property again.

Fantastic property, furnished to a high standard.

Everything you need for a home from home stay. Lovely garden with lots of places to sit and enjoy the views. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Nice clean, tidy cottage with good welcome pack.

Pleasant, friendly hosts.

Comfortable apartment with excellent views from a lovely garden.

The Tack Room is a smart place to stay.

It's perfect for exploring the Forest of Dean and great for dog owners Amazing views and gardens, very comfy bed and sofas, everything you need in the kitchen. Also generous and friendly hosts, who can't do enough to make your stay enjoyable!

Lovely apartment, snug and warm in late autumn.

The double bed in the main bedroom was extremely comfortable (think it must be pretty new). Fantastic view from the twin bedroom and the back patio. There is a beautiful shared garden with lots of features (NB take note of the listing's warning about unfenced ponds if you have children). Fabulous location with Lydney centre (and the A road to Chepstow) only half a mile down the road, so easy to reach local sights and supermarket. And if you want a nice meal we have to recommend the Miners Arms only 3 miles away in Whitecroft.

Lovely place to stay with loads of dog walks near

Absolutely loved this property.

It was the perfect location in which to relax and unwind and to enjoy having my grand-daughters stay in the twin bed room during half term. A well presented and well laid out property with all amenities, and with the owners just a stones throw away. Elaine & Doug very kindly provided a welcome pack of goodies on arrival, and there were certainly plenty of board games in the property to keep the little ones amused, as well as a lovely garden to explore too. A perfect location in which to explore the beautiful surroundings of the Forest of Dean, and a lovely cozy home to come back to in the evenings. Just a 10 minute walk from the town center of Lydney, and in close proximity to the supermarkets, shops and restaurants. Would definitely stay again.

An absolutely fabulous place.

Spotlessly clean, comfortable, really well equipped, beautifully decorated and furnished. Very pretty gardens with lovely views. The owners are also very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend and would definitely visit again.

A lovely property with everything needed provided.

Fabulous views from the back bedroom and balcony. The garden was stunning. We will definitely be returning. Barbara, Frank and Tinchy.

We had everything that we wanted & more with the lovely snacks left for us.

The standard of cleanliness was high & we were extremely comfortable. Thank you for a very enjoyable week.

A beautiful, well organised and facilitated apartment.

Such a gorgeous home from home that wanted for nothing. Doug and Elaine are magnificent hosts - we did not need them whilst there but got the impression that they would be available if required! Thank you so much for your attention to detail

Beautiful building and gardens, including great outdoor games for children.

The shame was how close the noise of the traffic was and the comfort of the beds. Shower hose was covered in mold which was a little disappointing for something so easily replaced. The small touches by the hosts were lovely like some snacks & milk on arrival as were the people themselves when we saw them.

Great stay at the Tack Room, lovely apartment 10mins from the Forest of Dean.

Would highly recommend

Sykes property listing of facilities was not accurate.

...listing stated that property had a DVD Player and a selection of DVD's - this was not the case and I subsequently had to purchase a DVD Player.. this cost me £30.00!! Also for some reason my son had a 13.5 tog rated duvet on his bed far to warm for summer use.... Overall though the property was nicely furnished, clean and with all the essential facilities... just need to amend listing to remove availability of a DVD Player!!! I would certainly consider a return visit..

The property was lovely.

It had all the facilities you could need.It was in a great location and there was a lots to do in the area. We have 2 dogs and spent a lot of time in the Forest of Dean. The only down side was that the property was on a busy A road, but the dogs were able to enjoy the lovely back garden.

A quaint, quintessentially English converted stable property in the heart of semi-rural Gloucestershire.

Despite being next to a busy road it was NOT a problem at all. The Tack Room is very comfortable indeed, with excellent facilities and a well equipped kitchen. The comfiest leather sofas ever, with really comfy beds. The shower could have been better but it did the job. The owners live next door and are on hand for advice on local walks, attractions etc and for a small fee will even dog sit for you! Highly recommended for a quiet retreat.

Lovely property and garden, we had a great week with plenty to do in the area just a short drive away, the hosts were very friendly and there are many nice touches to the property.

Excellent, top marks

Not dog friendly.

Open gate way onto busy road. Property was dark inside, Internet was painfully slow.

We had a lovely relaxed stay in May - accommodation very comfortable, fully equipped, beautiful garden & views, pleasant owners, scrummy treats on arrival, good takeaways/restaurants nearby and well located for easy access to the forest & beyond.

Road a little noisy at first, but fine once you got used to it and did not affect the quality of our holiday. Most enjoyable stay & would highly recommend - not often we would consider return holiday visits but this ones definitely an exception!!

The property was very comfortable, a great location.

The dog loved the garden with all the little footpaths through it, if the weather had been warmer it would have been lovely to sit in and enjoy the sunshine and views. The owners were very friendly and helpful and kindly left us some treats. Would definitely return.

Lovely property and owners, fabulous gardens to wander around, would recommend.

Very comfortable ,clean and practical accommodation .

The gardens and views were spectacular and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay .

Fabulous cottage centrally located to amazing walks and lovely pubs.

I would definitely recommend it. Next time I will bring my dogs.

A really lovely apartment with everything you would want for your stay.

Ideally located for both the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley which suited us perfectly.

A thoroughly enjoyable stay.

Owners were very welcoming and helpful. Perfectly situated to explore the Forest of Dean and local attractions. We loved the treats that were left for us - thank you!

Fabulous apartment/cottage, wonderful views, very clean, comfy and had everything we needed to cook full meals.

Ideal spot for visiting Forrest of Dean, Cleddon Falls and Tintern Abbey/Devils Pulpit walks only 20 mins away.

Nice property in a beautiful location with good facilities

Lovely apartment with a small private patio and access to a big shared garden which the children loved exploring.

V comfortable beds, well equipped kitchen. Great location. The owners were very kind and posted back some things we left behind, which was much appreciated.

Lovely cottage, friendly owners, and a good position to explore the Forest of Dean!

What more could you want!

A really lovely place to stay to explore the Forrest of Dean.

It felt warm and welcoming in arrival the treats left for us where a nice touch. Good communication prior to our arrival. Very clean, comfortable furniture. The bed was so comfortable, good quality bed linen and towels. Beautifully decorated with some nice art work . We even had a Christmas tree outside our window. We loved the views down the valley especially at night watching all the Christmas lights in town and on clear nights star gazing. We had a very lovely weeks holiday, very relaxing.

The apartment is lovely.

A bit difficult to find at first, but well worth it. The bed was uncomfortable for me, but was perfectly fine. It's a lovely place and well worth the money.

Lovely accommodation.

Very clean well equipped and will be definitely returning. Highly recommend x

Very welcoming and lovely and comfortable and warm even though it was November had everything we needed

This was a beautiful spot to visit

Beautiful property at the very high end of quality with all the facilities and more.

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and very much look forward to returning.

Very comfortable accommodation.

We had a couple of days of heavy rain and owner offered spare dog towels and a towel drier.

Very good accommodation but no path at front to walk anywhere

This was one of the best accomplishments we have had from Sykes cottages.

Elaine was brilliant. The accommodation far exceeded our expectations. Would recommend the accommodation and area to anyone thinking of going to the Forest of Dean.

Excellent property, clean tidy and everything you could possibly need

Beautiful property, gorgeous setting.

The only small thing which was less than perfect was the electric shower - very low pressure

Wow what a lovely holiday home!

When we first arrived at the tack room we were pleasantly surprised at how lovely the apartment was and even more impressed with the amazing view! Great location for exploring and 2 minutes away from a big Tesco! Beds were comfy and the apartment had all the necessary utensils you would need on holiday. One minor negative and that was the smell that came in from the outside. Smelt very strongly of toilet waste. Not sure why that was but is the only negative I have about this lovely place.

Stayed in the Tack Room of Highbury Coach House for a week with family and 2x dogs.

Apartment was lovely, gardens are amazing and the views breathtaking. The owners are terrific people very friendly and approachable and we felt like we had known them for years. The whole experience for us was peaceful and tranquil, relaxing and recharging of ones batteries. We would recommend staying here to anyone who loves nature, as the Forest Of Dean is all around. Shops and amenities are literally minuets away (by car) During our stay we visited Go Ape (adult kids went on the Segways, dogs fully worn out walking around the forest) Taurus Crafts (unfortunately quite a few of the little shops on their site were closed, i can only presume due to covid which was a shame, but we were still able to wander about window shopping this is dog friendly too) Dean Forest Railway was brilliant again dog friendly, museum and gift shop, the train rides are nice as it takes you into the forests which we enjoyed. If you like steam trains then this is for you, i would book well well in advance as when we tried on the day we arrived (to apartment, as you can see the steam from here and hear the sounds) it was fully booked, maybe due to covid and social distancing i'm not sure, but we went on the diesel train which we were happy with. Bathurst Park is dog friendly one side and small human friendly the other, our two loved it. The gardens are impeccably done, everywhere is clean and tidy, our adult kids rode their bikes around while the tired out doggos relaxed and recovered. There is a cafe on site too. All in all if your looking for a peaceful getaway/holiday where you cater for yourself and do as little or as much as you want, then Highbury Coach House is for you. We would stay there again as it suited us so well. 10/10 and 5* across the board from us and the dogs xx

The Tack Room is a lovely apartment, well placed for touring Gloucestershire north of the Severn estuary and south Wales.

It has a great terraced garden with plenty of space and several seated areas to relax in and enjoy beautiful views of the hills and the valley where the small town of Lydney is situated.

A very tastefully decorated, clean apartment with a terraced garden with beautiful views over a valley, complete with steam train, and plenty of sitting out places to enjoy the scenery.

It was clean, dog friendly and the owners are on site and very helpful. Supermarket close and a lovely welcome pack to greet you. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Very comfortable accommodation and we appreciated the tasty welcome provisions.

Plenty of space inside and several outdoor eating areas available. We would definitely go back.