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Holiday rentals in Forest of Dean District

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Cottage in Gloucestershire
Restful rural views, wildlife, stars - Perry Pear
Perry Pear Cottage is a recent conversion of an outbuilding “where the cider mill donkey once lived”. Cosy wood burner & lovely countryside views from every window. Alpacas. Detached cottage , clean & comfortable private escape for you to unwind & enjoy the views over an old perry pear orchard/field managed for wildlife & grazed by our pet alpacas. Neighbourhood of similar smallholdings & valley farmland with direct access to forest walks. Perfect for stargazing. NB ‘Smallholding’ not a farm.
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Cottage in Blakeney
Grade II Listed Underdean Lodge
Underdean Lodge is a lovingly restored 2 double bedroom Georgian lodge on the edge of the Forest of Dean and is the perfect base for exploring both the Forest and the Wye Valley. The lodge includes beautiful period features and a wood burning stove. Dogs welcome. Footpaths lead to the Forest from the front door. The Lodge is located adjacent to the A48 for convenient access to Gloucester, Monmouth and Chepstow which are all about 25 minutes away. View 'The Space' for Covid-19 measures taken.
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Cottage in Upper Redbrook
Country cottage in the Wye Valley & Forest of Dean
A detached, romantic country retreat in the heart of the Wye Valley on the edge of the Forest of Dean. An ideal base for exploring all the fantastic activities and sites that the local area has to offer. Whether you enjoy mountain biking, rambling, canoeing, or soaking up some English and Welsh heritage - the Wye Valley and the Forest of Dean really do have something for everyone. We will happily answer any questions you have about the local area to ensure you get the most out of your stay.
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Stay near Forest of Dean District's top sights

Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB)76 locals recommend
Tintern Abbey / Abaty Tyndryn167 locals recommend
Puzzlewood159 locals recommend
WWT Slimbridge98 locals recommend
De Vere Tortworth Court5 locals recommend
Berkeley Castle97 locals recommend

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Cottage in Gloucestershire
The Granary stylish,rural, countryside cottage
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Idyllic Waterside Cottage - Hot Tub
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Cottage in Trelleck
The Old Cider Mill
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Cottage in Gloucestershire
Renovated Rustic Stable set in Rolling Hills
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Guest suite in Gloucestershire
Nagshead Retreat
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Home in Whitebrook
Donkey Shed
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Guest house in Gloucestershire
'Forest of Dean' A Scandinavian Lodge in an AONB
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Guest house in Ross-on-Wye
Luxury Hideaway in the Wye Valley
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Cottage in English Bicknor
The Coach House
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Cottage in Kingswood
The Stables at Park Mill Farm in The Cotswolds
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Guest house in Herefordshire
Newly renovated Wye Valley getaway
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Home in Soudley
The Zion Chapel
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Quick stats about holiday rentals in Forest of Dean District

Total rentals

1.7K properties

Rentals with dedicated workspaces

530 properties have a dedicated workspace

Rentals with a pool

30 properties have a pool

Pet-friendly rentals

810 properties allow pets

Family-friendly rentals

780 properties are a good fit for families

Total number of reviews

75K reviews

Your guide to Forest of Dean District

All About Forest of Dean

Sandwiched between the tidal rivers of the Severn and the Wye, the Forest of Dean boasts 67 square kilometres of rolling woodland in the county of Gloucestershire in the west of England, following the border of Wales.

The ancient woods here were the first to become designated as a national forest in England, and as you walk along the many trails that crisscross the area, you will be treated to a wide variety of trees, including oak, birch, beech, and ash. A smattering of small towns and villages dot the region, including Coleford and Cinderford, where you can discover how iron, coal, and gold mining fuelled the industrial heritage of the area.

If you’re interested in witnessing a force of nature at Forest of Dean, head down to the River Severn, where you can view the Severn Bore, a surge wave that travels down the river. It’s at its strongest at the spring and autumn equinoxes, when it can measure up to 9 feet tall, travelling at speeds of up to 8 miles per hour, attracting many surfers.


The best time to stay in a holiday rental in Forest of Dean District

As the Forest of Dean mostly comprises deciduous trees, the scenery of the woodland changes with the seasons. In the spring, the leaves on the trees return and you can see the vibrant colours of the rhododendrons in bloom. If you are walking in the forest at the end of April and beginning of May, the ground turns into a carpet of blue, with some of the best displays of bluebells in the country. Summer is when the temperatures are at their highest and you can see the trees at their fullest. As autumn arrives, the leaves turn warm red, gold, and russet colours and gradually fall to the ground, revealing a different landscape for the winter. This is a great time to warm up in a hot tub at your lodge rental. Different events take place throughout the year, including the Coleford Music Festival in the middle of July.


Top things to do in Forest of Dean District

Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail

A walk in a forest will never be the same when you visit the Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail close to the market town of Coleford. This trail features a host of sculptures that echo the historical and physical qualities of the Forest of Dean and will be reclaimed by the forest as time goes by. This includes the majestic Cathedral, a stained glass window that is four and a half meters high, featuring images of the forest.

Dean Forest Railway

Take a step back in time and experience the woodlands from a different viewpoint on the Dean Forest Railway. The steam trains will take you on a journey along 4.5 miles of rural railway from Lydney Junction Station to Parkend, with different stops for you to get off and explore the area.

Hopewell Colliery

Hopewell Colliery, which is close to Coleford, is one of the most beautiful former coal mines in the country. With a tour guide, you can go underground in tunnels dug from the 1820s to see how workers extracted the coal. You will also learn about “freemining,” a tradition unique to the Forest of Dean.

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