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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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GLOUCESTERSHIRE
  • Gloucester and Sharpness Canal
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Forest of Dean
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Lydney Harbour
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)
    ‪69 min drive‬

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A rural house on the edge of the Forest of Dean with 3 pubs within a short walk.

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
5.0 out of 5, Exceptional, (3)
The price is CA $161
per night
CA $234 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
A rural house on the edge of the Forest of Dean with 3 pubs within a short walk.

About the area

Blakeney

In Blakeney .You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Gloucester and Sharpness Canal and 6 miles (10 km) of Forest of Dean with a stay here. Wenchford Picnic Site and Dean Heritage Centre are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Forest of Dean - 5 min drive
  • Puzzlewood - 16 min drive
  • Wye Valley - 19 min drive
  • Berkeley Castle - 41 min drive
  • Slimbridge Wildfowl and Wetlands Centre - 46 min drive

Getting around

  • Lydney Station - 10 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Malthouse - ‬41 min drive
  • ‪Kaplan's Cafe & Bistro - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Greyhound Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Cock Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Severn View Inn - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Riverside Retreat

Between the Wye Valley AONB and the Cotswolds AONB, this site offers exclusive occupancy in a serene riverside setting and includes:-

- 1/4 acre - plenty of space to enjoy your break.

- Large king-sized bed, sofas

- Wood burning stove

- Firepit

- Bedding and towels are included

- Kitchenette with supplies. including a wood fired pizza oven

- Charcoal / gas BBQs

- Various seating options including bar seats, table and chairs, rocking chairs, sofas...

- Stargazing from the comfort of your bed through the clear panels of the tent or from the comfort of the gazebo/bar.

- Hot tub can be included - Please request this - no extra charge for 2 nights booking or more. 1 night subject to availability for cleaning and changeover and there is a £30 for the one night hire.

Babies up to 1 year and children are welcome; we can provide a single mattress otherwise camp beds or similar and bedding for the children must be brought by guests.

IN AND AROUND THE SITE

A Welcome Pack is available on arrival to help guests plan their stay, whether it is eating on a budget, fine dining, nearby places to explore and of course, easy access to activities including some great walking, water sports, cycling routes/competitions/trails.

For sporting enthusiasts...

- Bike trails in the Forest - Pedalabikeaway is a short drive from the site (mountain bikes, family cycling trails and jumps)

- Paddle boarding

- Open water swimming in nearby lakes (very short drive from site)

- Running and forest walks from site as well as short drive into the Forest for more exploring

Secure bike storage can be available onsite with prior notice.

Sorry, no pets are allowed.

No smoking on site

Other things to note

Guests have sole occupancy of the 1/4 acre site with parking for two cars.

There are gas and charcoal BBQs, an area to hose down dirty bikes and a chance for guests to relax from the bar, sofas from the stargazer or from the covered gazebo.

Guests have access to a high spec bathroom and instant hot shower.

The nearest grocery newsagents/Post Office and pub are 12-15 minutes walk from the site

There is one electric charging point for phones/laptops only but not for vehicles.

Perfect for couples, small group, mini-mooners/newly weds or anyone seeking peace away from hustle and bustle. Solo travellers are welcome to get in touch as we offer a single occupancy rate.

Visitors have reviewed the site as "a little gem, one of the most amazing...set ups" they've been to. We welcome new visitors to come and see why.

Property manager

Forest Glamping Retreat

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchenette

  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Bicycle on site
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only

Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Children over age of 8 or babies up to 1 year

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses a grey water recycling system.

The Riverside Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Victoria G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay
Really great hosts and great communication Everything you could need has been thought about Relaxing break with beautiful views we would definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

MAZEN

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024