Welcome to your home away from home! If you are looking for a comfortable cosy retreat, look no further. At our property we go the extra mile to ensure that your stay is filled with warmth and hospitality. As soon as you arrive you will be greeted with a warm smile and a personal welcome. But that is just the beginning of what makes your stay with us truly special. We believe that it is the little details that matter, and that is why we have prepared a few surprises to make your stay unforgettable. Families with children will find a world of entertainment options from dressing up to a range of games for all ages. For our youngest guests we provide high chairs, stairgates and a travel cot, so you can travel with ease knowing that your little ones have been taken care of . But we dont stop there - we are pet friendly too! We understand that your dogs are part of the family too, so we have prepared a welcome basket just for them. Inside you will find a blanket, a towel and some natural dog treats from a local company in the Forest of Dean. Your furry friends are sure to feel right at home. Your comfort and satisfaction are our top priorities, ad we cant wait to host you. The Description of our Cottage: Lovingly converted 17th century stone barn with close attention to detail. Mill Cottage is the perfect retreat for family getaways, couples or special celebrations with friends. Located just on the outskirts of the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley, an area of endless beauty all year round. Whether you are seeking a relaxing retreat or action packed adventure, there is a catalogue of unforgettable experiences waiting for you. The village of Longhope has an artisan bakery, a small village shop/post office and 2 pubs. You will also find a craft centre a few hundred yards away, which houses a Cookery School, a Blacksmith, a few craft shops and Tea Rooms. The property has exposed beams and original stonework and are complemented by the homely décor and furnishings providing modern comfort. As you enter through the front door, this leads you into the porch area, which is the perfect storage place for any lucky visitors' coats, shoes, wellies and a great place to dry your muddy dog. Through another set of doors brings you straight into the spacious cosy living area furnished with a comfortable leather sofa, coffee table, wood burner and Smart TV and an abundance of DVD's and complimentary WIFI. You will also find a cosy seating area with a leather Chesterfield chair, perfect for reading a good book from our well stocked bookcase. Leading from the living area is the dining room with a farmhouse table with seating up to six people and the well equipped kitchen with dishwasher, fridge/freezer and electric oven. Also on this floor is a king size bedroom, with a spacious en-suite walk in shower room. Moving upstairs you will be greeted with a twin bedroom with a vaulted ceiling and exposed beams. There are 3 single beds, 2 of which are zip and link and makes a very large king size bed when placed together. In this rooms you will also find a childrens dressing up and games wardrobe. Leading off the bedroom is another en-suite bathroom with a roll top bath, with a picture window overlooking the beautiful gardens. Outside there is a sunny enclosed garden area, with garden furniture and hot tub which is covered with a gazebo and lighting. The house and garden sits in the owners property of 7 acres, with beautiful maintained gardens with amazing sculptures by a Herefordshire design artist Simon Probyn. Simon uses recycled steel and iron in his design which can be seen at Chelsea Flower Show, Hampton Court Palace and Malvern Flower Show. He commissioned a piece for us from the iron from our Mill. They are wonderful pieces of sculptures which have to be seen to be appreciated. The perfect end to your day is a dip in the bubbling hot tub. This can be added to your stay for an additional charge, please ask at the time of booking. There is private off road parking available for 2 cars at the property. London - 2.5 hours Manchester - 3 hours Cardiff - 1 hour Birmingham - 1 hour There is so much to do in the Forest of Dean and surrounding areas from canoeing the Wye, Llama walking, Go Ape or why not try a craft from being a Blacksmith for the day, jewellery making, enamelling, there is so much to choose from and I would be happy to help you. I shall look forward to speaking to you.