Find self catering and cottages with a garden in Gloucestershire, South West England

Puzzlewood Cottage, Coleford, Gloucestershire, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £358 to £692

Self catering accommodation in Coleford sleeps 4.

Features include: Non Smoking • Enclosed Garden • Pub Close By • Short Break

Accommodation overview: In a glorious position on the edge of the Wye Valley and in magnificent Royal Forest of Dean these attractive properties lie within the grounds of the popular Puzzlewood attraction which is often used a TV and film location. Guests have free access all year to Puzzlewood and its facilities which include a williow maze a large trim trail play area and an indoor maze. Puzzlewood is located on a working farm and guests are encouraged to join in at feeding times. Onsite there are highland cattle donkeys Shetland ponies pygmy goats a pig rabbits ducks and chickens. The three cottages have been carefully renovated and have their own garden areas as well as shared use of the wider grounds and ancient woodland. The site is half a mile from Coleford with pubs eateries cinema and supermarket close to Offas Dyke as well as Clearwell Caves Tintern Abbey Symonds Yat RSPB. Walking riding rope climbing canoeing and many more outdoor activities are under 5 miles along with steam and miniature railways a butterfly zoo and many other attractions. Historic Monmouth and the ancient Royal Forest are all at hand and surrounding cities include Gloucester Bristol and Cardiff. Elegant Cheltenham and the Brecon Beacons are approx 1 hour drive. Two bedrooms. Three steps to entrance. Beamed open plan sitting room with kitchen and dining area. Beamed double bedroom. Beamed twin bedded room. Bathroom/WC (shower over bath).

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Toms Barn, Hampen, Gloucestershire, South West England

Sleeps 10
Weekly price range £1300 to £

Self catering accommodation in Hampen sleeps 10.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Detached • Easy Walking • Garden • Sleeps 10

Accommodation overview: Situated in the Central Wolds rich in the limestone that provides so much material for buildings and dry-stone walls alike, this lovely 300-year-old detached barn has been carefully renovated to provide a spacious and highly desirable holiday property. Located in a small secluded valley that has been farmed by the same family for generations, the property derives its name from a popular first name within the family over that time, including the present one. With an air of timelessness and the unspoilt nature of this small Cotswold hamlet, it is hard to believe that it lies just 6 miles from the centre of Cheltenham. The town boasts a state-of-the-art cinema complex, two renowned theatres, public gardens, a famous race course - site of the Gold Cup in March - and a wealth of restaurants, specialist food shops and excellent shopping in general. Cheltenham is a superb base from which to explore the full breadth of the Cotswold countryside, its villages, historic houses and internationally famous gardens such as Kiftsgate and Hidcote Manor. With excellent walking opportunities, three excellent golf courses within a few minutes’ drive and the chance to visit the many picturesque villages of the locality, including Bourton-on-the-Water, Lower Slaughter, Stow-on-the-Wold, and the many old inns that abound within an easy drive, this is an ideal spot for a country holiday with a difference. Shops 2 miles.

Spacious beamed living room with TV, wood-burning stove, double glass doors, flagstone floor and gallery above. Sitting-room with TV. Spacious, well-equipped, farmhouse-style kitchen/dining room with gas/electric range cooker, TV and flagstone floor. Utility. Garden room. One large twin bedroom with TV and en-suite walk-in shower and toilet. Smaller twin bedroom. Shower room and toilet. First floor: Three bedrooms; one large double bedroom with en-suite, two twin (one with en-suite shower room and toilet). Bathroom and toilet.

High Beeches, Brierley, Gloucestershire, South West England

Sleeps 8
Weekly price range £481 to £921

Self catering accommodation in Brierley sleeps 8.

Features include: Detached • Non Smoking • Multi Bath Shower • Pub Close By • Open Fire • Short Break • Pet Friendly

Accommodation overview: Nestling high above the rich woodlands of the Royal Forest of Dean this large detached property and its gardens enjoy panoramic views across the hills and mountains of Wales and a safely secluded setting perfect for children and pets. Peregrine falcons are among the area's abundant wildlife there are lovely forest walks within yards of the front door and angling cycling golf riding canoeing and climbing are available nearby. Gloucester Ross-on-Wye Monmouth and Hereford are all a short drive. Pub and shop 1½ miles.

Nestling high above the rich woodlands of the Royal Forest of Dean this large detached property and its gardens enjoy panoramic views across the hills and mountains of Wales and a safely secluded setting perfect for children and pets. Peregrine falcons are among the area's abundant wildlife there are lovely forest walks within yards of the front door and angling cycling golf riding canoeing and climbing are available nearby. Gloucester Ross-on-Wye Monmouth and Hereford are all a short drive. Pub and shop 1½ miles.



Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Oak Tree Cottage, Brierley, Gloucestershire, South West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £397 to £921

Self catering accommodation in Brierley sleeps 6.

Features include: Non Smoking • Enclosed Garden • Pub Close By • Short Break • Ultimate • Pet Friendly

Accommodation overview: Peacefully nestling high above the lush woodlands of the famously beautiful Royal Forest of Dean this charming property offers very comfortable accommodation and a large sunny landscaped garden (pictured). Lovely forest walks start from the door and angling cycling canoeing riding and climbing are available nearby whilst the myriad attractions of the Forest range from a steam railway to a butterfly zoo. The Wye Valley and historic Monmouth's excellent range of leisure facilities are within a half hour's drive as are Gloucester's celebrated docks outlet shopping and magnificent cathedral. Pub and shop 1 mile.

Conservatory with French doors to garden. Spacious sitting/dining room. Fully fitted and well equipped kitchen. First floor: Spacious double bedroom and bunk bedded room both with panoramic countryside views. Double bedroom. Bathroom/WC (shower over bath).

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Cowship Barn, Cromhall, Gloucestershire, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £600 to £899

Self catering accommodation in Cromhall sleeps 4.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Detached • Garden • Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: This former farm building has been sympathetically restored, furnished and decorated in a contemporary style, retaining many original features and beams. Single storey and detached, it is set within a small cluster of holiday properties near the owners’ home and provides an ideal touring base. Places of interest include Berkeley Castle, Slimbridge Wildfowl Trust, Westonbirt Arboretum and National Trust properties at Dyrham Park and Woodchester Park. Shops and pub 2 miles.

Beamed living room/dining area with wood-burning stove, French doors, tiled floor and beamed kitchen area. Utility. Double bedroom with zip and link bed and en-suite bathroom with tiled floor, over-bath shower and toilet. Double bedroom with en-suite wet room with tiled floor, double basin and toilet.

Grove House, Coleford, Gloucestershire, South West England

Sleeps 8
Weekly price range £503 to £1110

Self catering accommodation in Coleford sleeps 8.

Features include: Non Smoking • Enclosed Garden • Pub Close By • Short Break

Accommodation overview: In a glorious position on the edge of the Wye Valley and in magnificent Royal Forest of Dean these attractive properties lie within the grounds of the popular Puzzlewood attraction which is often used a TV and film location. Guests have free access all year to Puzzlewood and its facilities which include a williow maze a large trim trail play area and an indoor maze. Puzzlewood is located on a working farm and guests are encouraged to join in at feeding times. Onsite there are highland cattle donkeys Shetland ponies pygmy goats a pig rabbits ducks and chickens. The three cottages have been carefully renovated and have their own garden areas as well as shared use of the wider grounds and ancient woodland. The site is half a mile from Coleford with pubs eateries cinema and supermarket close to Offas Dyke as well as Clearwell Caves Tintern Abbey Symonds Yat RSPB. Walking riding rope climbing canoeing and many more outdoor activities are under 5 miles along with steam and miniature railways a butterfly zoo and many other attractions. Historic Monmouth and the ancient Royal Forest are all at hand and surrounding cities include Gloucester Bristol and Cardiff. Elegant Cheltenham and the Brecon Beacons are approx 1 hour drive. Three bedrooms. Five steep steps to entrance. Beamed sitting room. Beamed open plan kitchen/dining room. Double bedroom with additional bunk (for + 2). Shower room/WC. Spiral stairs to first floor: Double bedroom with 6’ bed (twins by arr). Double bedroom. Bathroom/WC with corner bath (shower attachment).

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

The Old School House, Lower Swell, Gloucestershire, South West England

Sleeps 11
Weekly price range £1300 to £

Self catering accommodation in Lower Swell sleeps 11.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pub nearby • Detached • Garden • Sleeps 11

Accommodation overview: The Old School House is a traditional, detached, stone house (whole of house in photograph) in the conservation area of the quiet, unspoilt village of Lower Swell. Originally built in 1869 for the village school mistress, the house has been renovated, having interiors which are both pretty and contemporary.
The holiday property boasts a selection of delightful interior and exterior features which make it an individual and unique choice. These include a beautiful old stone fireplace, original walk-in pantry, romantic bathroom with clawfoot bath and stone fireplace, not to mention its pretty bedrooms with French cotton bed linen. The curtains and fabrics are by Designers Guild, Colefax & Fowler and Liberty.
The tranquil garden with Cotswold stone walling, shady woodland area, and terrace overlooking the lawn with herbaceous borders, has distant views towards Stow church. The Donnington Way and Heart of England Way run along the nearby lane providing marvellous walking in peaceful countryside, yet the house is only 1 mile from the inns and restaurants of Stow-on-the-Wold, a pleasant stroll using the recently constructed Millennium footpath. Shops 1 mile, pub 500 yards.

Spacious living room with wood-burning stove overlooking garden. Utility. Spacious well-equipped farmhouse-style kitchen/dining room with ceramic hob, walk-in pantry, painted fitted units, wooden floor and staircase to first floor: Twin bedroom leading to double bedroom with antique Victorian bedstead and divan bed (for +1). Bathroom with clawfoot bath, shower attachment and toilet. Cottage staircase to first floor: Double bedroom. Bathroom with toilet. Cottage staircase to second floor: Double bedroom leading to further double bedroom. All bedrooms have lovely views over garden and fields to Stow-on-the-Wold.

Cider Barn Cottage, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, South West England

Sleeps 2
Weekly price range £300 to £599

Self catering accommodation in Tewkesbury sleeps 2.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Detached • Garden • Sleeps 2

Accommodation overview: Set in a tranquil village location on Bredon Hill, overlooking the Malverns, this single storey, detached barn conversion provides the perfect base for visiting this lovely part of the country. The holiday cottage has a pretty open-plan living room with French doors leading to the enclosed garden, and makes a lovely place in which to relax. Walking or cycling on sections of the famous Cotswold Way or nearby river Avon makes for a pleasant way to explore and the historic town of Tewkesbury is easily accessible. Cheltenham Spa offers an excellent range of country pubs and restaurants. Shop 11/2 miles.

Beamed, open-plan living/dining room with French doors to garden and kitchen area. Double bedroom. Shower room and toilet.

The Old Chapel, Westbury-on-Severn, Gloucestershire, South West England

Sleeps 15
Weekly price range £1300 to £

Self catering accommodation in Westbury-on-Severn sleeps 15.

Features include: • Wheelchair access • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Detached • Garden • Sleeps 15

Accommodation overview: Overlooking attractive countryside close by the Royal Forest of Dean, this unique chapel, originally built in 1836, has been converted and refurbished to provide very spacious and comfortable holiday accommodation sleeping up to ten adults and five children. It retains pleasing original features, including heavy beams, characteristic windows and has its own garden and patio with furniture.
Just a mile away is Westbury on Severn, with shop/post office and pub/restaurant, and the nearby Westbury Court Garden (NT), a famous formal water garden, the earliest of its type left in England. There is a great variation of landscapes in this area, with the estuary of the Severn opening out nearby, and the Cotswolds rising suddenly beyond; to the north, the lush Vale of Gloucester spreads between the ancient Malverns and the solitary outcrop of Bredon Hill; to the west, the Wye Valley runs its twisting course, and beyond it the secret valleys and misted tops of the Cambrian mountains begin. The nearby Forest of Dean, renowned for its natural beauty and wildlife, covers 120,000 acres in total, 27,000 of which are oak woods – offering visitors delightful walks. May Hill (6 miles) is a fine spot for rewarding walks, and the 969-ft summit is a superb viewpoint over as many as ten counties. Exploration of the many border castles could begin at 12th-century Goodrich Castle (9 miles), which proved impregnable during warfare against the Welsh. Within easy reach are the Brecon Beacons, Ross-on-Wye, the historic city of Gloucester (7 miles), and racing at Cheltenham and Chepstow. Riding 5 miles. Shop/P.O. 1 mile.

Entrance from integral car port to sitting-room with picture window and glazed doors to garden. Spacious, fitted kitchen adjacent to dining room. Twin bedroom. Shower room and toilet. Open-tread stairs to first floor: Very spacious living room with original vaulted ceiling and stained glass window (see bottom photograph), with lovely views. Two double bedrooms, one with en-suite bathroom with shower attachment and toilet. Two twin bedrooms. Small bunk bedroom with full-size bunks (for +2). Bathroom with shower attachment and toilet.

Highlands, Clearwell, Gloucestershire, South West England

Sleeps 5
Weekly price range £300 to £599

Self catering accommodation in Clearwell sleeps 5.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Garden • Sleeps 5

Accommodation overview: Nestling in the delightful village of Clearwell – one of the Forest of Dean’s best kept secrets – this stone-built farrier’s cottage combines a cosy old-world charm with today’s modern comforts. Dating from the 18th-century, with its own hillside garden, it stands as one of a pair, within walking distance of a range of country pubs and restaurants. There are many forest paths just waiting to be explored, along with Puzzlewood, Clearwell Caves and Clearwell Castle. Offa’s Dyke for long-distance walking is nearby. Several golf courses locally. Ross-on-Wye, Gloucester and the Black Mountains all easily accessible. Shops 2 miles.

Beamed living room with wood-burning stove. Dining room/conservatory. Modern fitted kitchen with tiled floor. First floor: Double bedroom with 5ft bed and en-suite shower room with toilet. Twin bedroom and Z-bed (for +1). Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet.

Swallow Barn, Hartpury, Gloucestershire, South West England

Sleeps 7
Weekly price range £600 to £899

Self catering accommodation in Hartpury sleeps 7.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Garden • Sleeps 7

Accommodation overview: This stylish barn conversion has a contemporary feel whilst retaining beautiful elm beams and exposed stonework. Situated on the edge of the village on a country lane, opposite the owner’s home, it enjoys views north across the Gloucestershire countryside to the Malvern Hills. A perfect year-round retreat where good walking abounds in the Cotswolds, Forest of Dean and Wye Valley. The pretty market towns of Ross-on-Wye and Ledbury can be visited, as well as historic Gloucester and Cheltenham with excellent shopping. Shop 1 mile, pub ½ mile.

Spacious beamed living/dining room with wood-burning stove. Contemporary kitchen. Separate toilet. First floor: Double bedroom with additional single bed (for +1). Further beamed double bedroom with TV, Velux windows and en-suite bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. Bunk bedroom. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet.

Spring Cottage, Lydbrook, Gloucestershire, South West England

Sleeps 13
Weekly price range £1300 to £

Self catering accommodation in Lydbrook sleeps 13.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Detached • Garden • Sleeps 13

Accommodation overview: Idyllically set in just under an acre of woodland garden on a hillside, some 400ft above, facing west and overlooking the Wye Valley, Spring Cottage makes for a peaceful and relaxing place to take a holiday. With stunning and far reaching panoramic views towards the Black Mountains, this is a beautiful spot to just escape from everyday living. Originally a 19th-century farm cottage, it has been carefully renovated and extended by its present owners to provide spacious, comfortable and relaxing accommodation and is beautifully furnished in traditional style with oak beams, open fires, wood and original flagstone floors.
Ideally placed for exploring, it lies on the edge of the Forest of Dean and only 10 minutes from Symonds Yat, while the towns of Ross-on-Wye and Monmouth lie a mere 6 miles distant. Historic Hereford with its cathedral repository of the famous Mappa Mundi and Chained Library is well within easy reach, whilst Cheltenham is an easy drive. This lovely and unique area offers something for everyone from outdoor activities, such as canoeing, walking, climbing and golf to museum and cave visiting, rides on the Forest Railway and adventure playgrounds. The local area has many excellent pubs and restaurants with a range of cuisine from the exotic to the more traditional fayre. Shops 1 mile, two pubs within ½ mile.

Large beamed living room with open fire, sofa-bed (for +2), French doors to conservatory and patio. Large dining/sitting room with wood-burning stove. Spacious beamed, farmhouse-style kitchen with breakfast area, Aga with double hot plates and two ovens, plus electric cooker, electric table top ovens, painted fitted units and original flagstone floor. Study. Conservatory. Utility. Separate toilet. First floor: Double bedroom with Victorian brass bed, additional single bed (for +1), built-in wardrobes and en-suite shower room with toilet. Double bedroom with four-poster bed, additional single bed (for +1) and en-suite shower room with toilet. Beamed double bedroom with Victorian brass bed, built-in wardrobes and en-suite shower room with toilet. Twin bedroom. Beamed single bedroom. Beamed bathroom with corner shower cubicle and toilet.