The Cottage

Rating
Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 4
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Games Room
Broadband / WiFi

Mrs Bradbeer
October 2019

“We loved the design of the cottage - a beautiful blend of old and new.”

There was plenty of space to share, but also a second sitting room for quiet time if needed. Situated as it is, on the edge of an attractive village was perfect for our family and the community was very friendly towards visitors. The owner was very helpful and the caretaker arrived in the morning of our departure to help us to make sure nothing was left behind, and have a friendly chat. ...

There was plenty of space to share, but also a second sitting room for quiet time if needed. Situated as it is, on the edge of an attractive village was perfect for our family and the community was very friendly towards visitors. The owner was very helpful and the caretaker arrived in the morning of our departure to help us to make sure nothing was left behind, and have a friendly chat. The cottage was very cosy in October but the option of the woodburner in colder times looked really inviting too. This is a beautiful part of the British Isles to explore, and a perfect base to return to in the evenings. Highly recommended!
Mrs Davis August 2019

“The Cottage is a fantastic building.”

... Old with new...everything for our comfort & convenience was available...the views were stunning....parking available at the top of a short steep drive...Dog owners be aware that there are a few escape places in the garden...but this was overcome by using our extendable lead .....plenty of walks nearby friendly staff in The George pub & helpful shopkeeper in The Pantry....a most enjoyable time was had by all...
Mrs Hunt July 2019

“This is a lovely property with views across to the Brecon Beacons and wonderful sunsets.”

The owner was extremely helpful and and the photograph in the hallway shows the amazing transformation into a modern home. We would stay here again and our favourite room was the upstairs lounge and view.
Mrs Halpin June 2019

“The cottage was beautiful but it was too remote for us.”

there was a pub within walking distance but not a paper shop. We do not like to drive once we get there and so I would not go to the location again. There was no bus service on weekends.
Mrs Kemp May 2019

“The cottage is lovely and great for a large family or group, the times of arrival and departure could be better, it’s strict as we found out from the feisty housekeeper.”

I like the mix of new and old and the owners have done a great job in renovating. The views are lovely from the large upstairs viewing window. Wi-fi was good and having two sitting rooms worked well for us. I’ve dropped two stars because it’s not clean enough, the windows hadn’t been cleaned, nor the cooker extractor, fire still had wood ash in, dead flies on the window sills, the mattresses in the upstairs room were very comfy but the one in the old section needs replacing.
Mr Knowles April 2019

“The Cottage is situated on a ridge with spectacular views over a valley within easy walking distance of the village of St Briavels.”

The village is delightful with a castle and a great pub. The Cottage is very well equipped with three bathrooms and a shower room. The upstairs living room had brilliant views and a table football machine. The garden is wild though we did have a very interesting game of Boule on it. In summary the accommodation was great, the views spectacular and the location just right.
Mrs Mcdonogh April 2019

“We spent a very happy week in the Cottage, St Briavel's over Easter.”

It is a very warm, comfortable and spacious cottage that more than accommodated a family of 5. We particularly loved the outstanding views and the walks from our door, and the local villagers are very friendly and helpful too. All round a delightful holiday and we will definitely be back!
Nick J February 2019

“Great weekend visit, stressful departure”

Nowhere better for a joyous extended family weekend. Beautiful situation. Amazingly fitted out and equipped. Owner nice to deal with. Only downside was struggling to get away by 10am on a Sunday morning. Managed it but watched by what I assume was the cleaner waiting in a car blocking the narrow lane in the direction we needed to go. Not the best when you're trying to reverse off a steep and narrow driveway! Otherwise, highly recommended.
Mrs Albutt February 2019

“The wonderful views from every window in the property and especially the upstairs lounge WOW!”
Mr Davies November 2018

“The Cottage is a spacious & very well-equipped mix of traditional and new with some spectacular features emphasising it's tremendous location.”

It proved to be the perfect choice for our family get-together as, despite the disappointingly dismal weather, a great time was had by all. The only downside (with having two toddlers to entertain) is that the extremely narrow roads and footpaths in the immediate vicinity are not child friendly, nor is the 10am check out time. Also, given the 4pm check in time, our 3 night stay only equated to 2 full days in real terms.
Mrs Wood November 2018

“The peaceful upper room with the stunning views across the valley were a real bonus giving time to sit and think.”

Having plenty of bathrooms was also great avoiding queues and giving privacy. Well thought out accommodation with a homely touches. Thank yo Malcolm and Gill you helped make a big birthday celebration memorable for all the family.
Mr Clark November 2018

“Lovely cottage with good facilities.”

Comfortable for eight adults. Tastefully decorated and the kitchen very well equipped. Felt like a home rather than a holiday rental. A visitors book would be a good idea to write down any comments. We were looking forward to lighting the log burner and searched high and low for matches to no avail!! Had to buy some the next day. (Also, loo roll was in short supply.) We were concerned about our booking with Hideaways as we received no confirmation of payment of the balance or any information about collecting keys, etc which was a bit worrying. We then found that there was a confusion of administration and our booking was cancelled and rebooked for us. Luckily all turned out ok. We spoke to the owner who was very helpful.
Mrs Albury October 2018

“The Cottage is situated in a lovely location within walking distance of The George pub which did great food and was dog friendly.”

The views across the valley are stunning as are the sunsets which can be easily viewed through the panoramic windows. As there were eight of us it was great to have two lounges plus a couched reception area so there was plenty of places to sit and relax.The upstairs lounge with tv, chess and tabletop football kept our teen members busy. There were many beautiful walks just a short drive away as well as local ones. Tesco did a home delivery to The Cottage as well which was great. We loved it and hope to visit again.
Claire Bagness

“Great place for a family gathering.”

Beautiful cottage in a very good location. Comfortable, lovely decor, plenty of bathrooms, really like the open plan communal living/dining/room/kitchen. Amazing views, enclosed garden, walks on the doorstep. We loved the village of St Briavels, good for a stroll around, castle, the Pantry and play park v good (and free)\ Forest of Dean and Wye Valley beautiful for walking and running. \
daburn

“: thought it was a lovely property and would stay again, owner responded quickly to questions”
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The property

Standing in an elevated and private position on the outskirts of the small village of St Briavels, The Cottage enjoys tremendous panoramic views over the Wye Valley below.

Originally a small worker's dwelling, the property benefits from the addition of a much larger, contemporary extension providing bright and spacious accommodation.

Guests will find a fantastic mix of the old and the new when they set foot inside the cottage.

The original part of the cottage retains some period features, such as old stone fireplaces and narrow stairs, while the extension has been thoughtfully designed to provide a wonderful feeling of space and comfort.

Particularly impressive are the bi-fold doors along one whole wall of the living area bringing the outdoors in.

Throw in the spectacular views when you are relaxing on the large patio with a glass or two in the evening and you'll be left with a truly memorable holiday experience.

Summary

Four bedrooms: 1 x ground floor double, 1 x king size double with TV en suite shower, over bath, basin and WC, 1 x double, 1 x twin with en suite bathroom, basin and WC
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC, ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area and woodburner
First floor living room/games room
Study with TV
Utility.
Central heating, woodburner
Range-style cooker, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher
TV, DVD, WIFI, iPod dock
Fuel and power inc in rent
Bed linen and towels inc in rent
Travel cot
High chair
Small patio with garden furniture
Table football
Two well behaved pets welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 4 miles, pub 0.5 miles.

Note: This property has a refundable Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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About the location

St Briavels

Monmouth 8 miles; Chepstow 9 miles

St Briavels stands almost 800 feet above sea level overlooking the Wye Valley and is only a 10 minute drive from The Forest of Dean. The village has an ancient moated Royal castle, a communal green, a playground, an art gallery and monthly farmers' market. It's history dates back to the 11th Century and beyond - the Hudnall woods, one of King John's favourite hunting grounds, are one of the few remaining unmanaged woods in the Country. Other nearby attractions include Puzzlewood, Clearwell's ancient caves, Symonds Yat with its outstanding views across the Wye Valley and riverside walks and many castles to explore. St Briavels is situated on the English side of the English/Welsh border providing easy access to the historic castles in Monmouthshire, and the foody delights of Abergavenny and the unspoiled and untamed natural beauty of the Breacon Beacons. On the English side of the border the beautiful market towns of Ross-on-Wye, and the cities of Hereford and Gloucester are within an hours drive or less. St Briavels offers easy access to a wealth of beautiful and historic walking trails, including Offa's Dyke. The area provides opportunities for many outdoor activities including cycling, caving, canoeing and abseiling. The magnificent Royal Forest of Dean, England's largest oak forest and an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, boasts numerous trails that can be explored on foot, by bike or on horseback. Caving, abseiling and a high wire rope course are for the more adventurous, whilst fishing, golf, kayaking and canoeing are other popular activities in this unspoilt area. The ancient caves of Clearwell are nearby, as are the Gloucestershire Way and Offa's Dyke Path. Symonds Yat boasts natural scenery and straddles the beautiful River Wye with its magnificent limestone outcrop, popular with climbers, and well-known for its viewpoint. Visit the nearby historic walled town of Chepstow with its impressive Norman Castle and the celebrated racecourse, whilst the pretty market town of Monmouth, with its mixture of elegant Georgian mansions and Victorian courtyards, or the lovely town of Ross-on-Wye with its timbered Tudor houses and delightful riverside walks, both offer excellent shops, pubs and restaurants. The unspoilt Brecon Beacons National Park and Black Mountains, as well as lovely Cotswold towns and villages are just a little further afield as are the cities of Cheltenham, Gloucester, Cardiff, Newport, and just across the Severn Bridge, Bristol and Bath. St Briavels is ideally placed for enjoying the delights of Gloucestershire at any time of the year.

Please note £25 charge per pet.
Please note there is a £200 Good housekeeping bond payable to the owner prior to arrival, account details will be sent once you final balance is received.

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Features

“We loved the design of the cottage - a beautiful blend of old and new.”

“The Cottage is a fantastic building.”

“This is a lovely property with views across to the Brecon Beacons and wonderful sunsets.”

“The cottage was beautiful but it was too remote for us.”

“The cottage is lovely and great for a large family or group, the times of arrival and departure could be better, it’s strict as we found out from the feisty housekeeper.”

“The Cottage is situated on a ridge with spectacular views over a valley within easy walking distance of the village of St Briavels.”

“We spent a very happy week in the Cottage, St Briavel's over Easter.”

“Great weekend visit, stressful departure”

“The wonderful views from every window in the property and especially the upstairs lounge WOW!”

“The Cottage is a spacious & very well-equipped mix of traditional and new with some spectacular features emphasising it's tremendous location.”

“The peaceful upper room with the stunning views across the valley were a real bonus giving time to sit and think.”

“Lovely cottage with good facilities.”

“The Cottage is situated in a lovely location within walking distance of The George pub which did great food and was dog friendly.”

“Great place for a family gathering.”

“: thought it was a lovely property and would stay again, owner responded quickly to questions”

The property

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About the location

St Briavels