Set in the heart of the Forest of Dean, and brimming with charm and character, this delightful 19th-century stone-built cottage has been sympathetically and imaginatively updated to make a fabulous holiday retreat. The village of Ruardean has a rich and varied history, and makes a great base for exploring the Wye Valley National Landscape (2.5 miles to the west), which offers a fabulous variety of activities including canoeing, wild swimming, rock climbing, paddleboarding and mountain biking. The cottage also has strong connections to the "Who Killed the Bear" folklore of the Forest of Dean, with one of the perpetrators having lived at the property, the original court summons is displayed. The Wye Valley has a wealth of popular landmarks and attractions including Clearwell Caves, Perrygrove Railway Adventure, Puzzlewood, Symonds Yat and Goodrich Castle, all within 10 miles. Heading south, the glorious Forest of Dean has some glorious walking trails and is home to the Hopewell Colliery, Dean Heritage Centre, Soudley Ponds, The Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail and the Cyril Hart Arboretum, all within 10 miles.


Entering this beautifully styled cottage, the characterful open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner offers a warm welcome. The light and inviting lounge has a Smart TV, a DVD player, a stone fireplace and ample seating, perfect for relaxing in after a great day exploring. The central breakfast bar is perfect for family meals, and leads across to a fully equipped and elegantly arranged kitchen. The ground floor also features a fantastic cedarwood-roofed sunroom which has a sumptuous sofa, a wide choice of vintage furnishings and a fascinating selection of local souvenirs and artwork. Heading upstairs, you will have a choice of two beautifully decorated bedrooms. The first is a lovely rustic-style king-size room with impressive wooden beams set in the vaulted ceiling. The second bedroom is a charming twin room featuring a single bed and a small double. Finally, this delightful retreat is rounded off with an invigorating and elegantly decorated shower room.


Heading outside, the pretty garden is enclosed and shared with the owner’s home. It features a lovely decked area with a BBQ and outdoor furniture, offering a fantastic spot for dining alfresco on a sunny day. There’s secure storage for bikes and private off-road parking is available for one car.

House Rules

Additional information and rules

No dogs allowed


- 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 twin room with a single bed and a small double bed

- 1 shower room with a shower cubicle and WC

- Electric oven and hob, fridge with ice compartment, microwave, washing machine and tumble dryer

- Travel cot and highchair available on request

- Smart TV and DVD player in lounge

- Enclosed shared garden with outdoor furniture and BBQ

- Secure storage for bikes

- Private off-road parking for 1 car

- Pub 1.5 miles and shops 3 miles


Additional information and rules

No dogs allowed


- 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 twin room with a single bed and a small double bed

- 1 shower room with a shower cubicle and WC

- Electric oven and hob, fridge with ice compartment, microwave, washing machine and tumble dryer

- Travel cot and highchair available on request

- Smart TV and DVD player in lounge

- Enclosed shared garden with outdoor furniture and BBQ

- Secure storage for bikes

- Private off-road parking for 1 car

- Pub 1.5 miles and shops 3 miles



Host Terms & Conditions

The Travel Chapter Limited, trading as “holidaycottages·co·uk”, acts as agent for the property owner. Therefore, when you make a booking the contract is between you and the owner. Please note our terms and conditions will also apply when you make a booking. These can be found in the footer of our website, holidaycottages·co·uk.

Full travel and key collection instructions will be emailed directly to you upon receipt of full payment.