Relax with the whole family in this charming mid-terrace cottage, set within the beautiful village of Parkend in the Royal Forest of Dean, West Gloucestershire.
Owned by the Alan and Emily, the cottage is located at the foot of the Cannop Valley, in an area boasting woodland walks and cycle paths right on your doorstep.
You couldn’t be better located to explore all the forest and surrounding areas that this location has to offer.
Discover Parkend... a pleasant and thriving small village in the heart of the Forest surrounded by beautiful woodland.
A place to relax
A lovely stone cottage with a cosy feel. There is flagstone flooring in the kitchen and lounge which is in keeping with the cottage. The lounge has a fireplace with a logburner, and spacious groundfloor bathroom with walk in shower. Outside offers a private garden with outdoor seating and bbq area. Well lit steps lead out from the front of the cottage, with free parking available.
A place to enjoy outdoors
Situated within a forestry commissioned cul-de-sac, the cottage is perfectly positioned for cycling enthusiasts, with a family cycle trail running past the front gate. Bike hire is available within a 10 minute walk.
With views that look out over the RSPB Nature Reserve, it's the perfect location for a spot of running and walking too including a 10 minute walk to Parkend train station in which you can watch the regular steam trains arrive and leave. Afterwards, within 50yrds of the front door, enjoy locally sourced food and a cold drink at the Woodman Inn.
What our guest's say...
"What a wonderful cottage - we all had a great time, thank you! Our kids enjoyed the forest, bike trails and the 'venue' at Whitemead. Best holiday in ages!"
A place for family & friends
Upstairs offers accommodation for a family of 4, with a generous sized double bedroom and adjacent twin room. With local amenities including daily food at Whitemead Forest Park, Cafes, a Post Office (within a 5 minute walk), and easy access to local restaurants and takeways - the location makes for the perfect getaway from everyday life!
New outbuilding
This warm, modern space has everything you might need after spending time walking or cycling in the forest. It offers plenty of space to store coats, jackets, walking boots etc. A heated drying rail is provided to dry off any clothing. There is also a Belfast sink and a range of appliances, which include a washing machine, tumble dryer and fridge freezer. The outbuilding also has an additional secure storage area which it accessed from the lane. This is an ideal space to store mountain bikes, cycle racks, or any other larger items. This amazing space is a great addition to the cottage and one that guests will surely appreiciate and enjoy.
Hightlights
Self check-in
Cosy lounge with fireplace & logburner
Kitchen
Groundfloor bathroom with shower
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Travel cot available
Wifi
Free parking
TV
Washing machine
Central air conditioning
Private back garden with BBQ
Local cycle hire
