Guests say
Guests have praised 'The Carriage' for its helpful hosts, beautiful garden, and stunning views. The property offers a comfortable and well-equipped stay, with a convenient location close to local attractions. While most reviews highlight cleanliness and comfort, a few guests noted areas for improvement. The thoughtful touches, such as welcome gifts, have been well-received, although these are not guaranteed for every stay.
The majority of guests found the property to be very clean and comfortable. However, a few reviews mentioned the need for a deeper clean in certain areas, such as around the toilet and the presence of cobwebs and spiders, which slightly impacted the overall cleanliness score.
The location is frequently described as perfect, with proximity to local attractions like Puzzlewood, steam trains, and caves. The presence of a nearby Tesco adds convenience. The scenic views and wildlife sightings contribute to a high location score, despite mentions of a busy road.
Guests consistently report that the property is warm, cosy, and offers a comfortable stay with good quality beds and a well-stocked kitchen. The comfort of the property is a highlight in the reviews, suggesting a high level of satisfaction in this category.
The property is well-regarded for its modern amenities, well-equipped kitchen, and powerful shower. The garden and views are appreciated, and the property is considered a gem for a holiday stay. Some guests suggest minor modernisation and maintenance could enhance the facilities further.
The hosts' thoughtfulness is evident through mentions of welcome gifts and the hosts' attentiveness. While these gestures are greatly appreciated by guests, it is politely noted that such gifts are a bonus and may not be a standard offering for all stays.
About this property
The Carriage is a delightful, refurbished apartment situated within a Grade II listed coach house in the grounds of the owner’s home, just outside the small town of Lydney. Set on a hillside with panoramic views over the town and surrounding countryside, the apartment is tastefully furnished to provide a contemporary base for exploring the Gloucestershire and Monmouthshire countryside and the many activities on offer. At the end of each day, look forward to returning to the warmth of the apartment, which has been designed with a family in mind, with its contemporary furnishings and all modern conveniences required for a comfortable stay. Make use of the fully-equipped kitchen to cater your family-favourite recipes before regrouping with your loved ones within the spacious living area to enjoy the overlooking views of the garden as you tuck in and toast to a wonderful holiday. Afterwards, sink into the sofas to admire the countryside views with a cup of tea in hand or flick on the gas fire to allow a gentle warmth to fill the room as you browse the TV channels to catch up on the latest box set. The master suite boasts a plush king-size bed, draped in quality linens and enjoys far-reaching views over the countryside and gardens to wake up to each morning, whilst the light and airy second bedroom has houses twin beds, perfect for children or a set of friends. Guests are free to stroll around the large, shared gardens featuring four ponds, and relax and enjoy an alfresco meal or drink in the property's private outdoor seating area, plan the next day’s activities, or simply sit and enjoy the view. If you can tear yourself away from this stylish abode, head into Lydney to find a plethora of places to eat and drink, as well as a number of shops for a spot of retail therapy and picking up the essentials. Don your walking shoes and explore the area further with walking opportunities situated within the beautiful Royal Forest of Dean, England's largest oak forest and an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, or choose to stroll along the Gloucestershire Way and Offa's Dyke Path. The area plays host to a number of activities, including caving, abseiling, fishing, golf, kayaking and canoeing, as well as outstanding attractions such as Chepstow Castle, Tintern Abbey, Puzzlewood and the Dean Forest Steam Railway. You can also spend a day visiting the historic market towns of Monmouth and Ross-on-Wye and the cathedral city of Gloucester, or why not try some shopping in the bustling cities of Cheltenham, Cardiff or Newport? A wonderful Gloucestershire apartment in a character coach house for a memorable holiday.
Lydney is a small thriving town set between the River Severn and the eastern side of the Forest of Dean in Gloucestershire. The town boasts a good selection of shops, sports facilities and leisure facilities and there are also over 30 cafes, restaurants and shops to choose from. It is in a good position for walking with Royal Forest of Dean, England's largest oak forest nearby, as well as Gloucestershire Way and Offa's Dyke Path.
Accommodation
First-floor apartment.
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size double, 1 x twin.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Living/dining room with Electric fire
Electric central heating with electric fire.
Electric oven with induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, 50" TV with Smart TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for one car.
Secure bike storage with electric charging point for bicycle only.
Shared gardens with four ponds, and private seating area with furniture.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.4 miles.
Note: Property accessed by external stone staircase and may not be suitable for those with limited mobility.
Note: Steep bank leads to heathland at back of gardens, and ponds are unfenced so children to be supervised
Reviews (37)
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Angelina
The apartment has everything you might need for exploring the area and as a bonus you even get a prime view of the sunrise each morning. We couldn't quite find our way to the entrance when we arrived but help from Elaine was just a quick phonecall away, her welcome immediately helped us feel at home! I almost wish we had more time to stay but I am quite sure we'll be back!
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Cindy
Although warned about the steep stairs, we should have thought about the logistics of letting our 2 dogs out. We had to harness and put leads on and even had to carry one dog down as the steps were too steep and scared him, every time they needed to go out. I would not recommend the upstairs apt with dogs, a ground floor is much easier. Having to travel by car to get anywhere was a bit of a bind but doable. We found on touring around that many places closed on 1 September, which was very early in the season and limiting to holiday makers. It was a very pleasant stay but sadly one I wouldn't repeat due to the above mentioned.
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Cathy
The view was also captivating and we were excited to see a wild boar family on a couple of occasions - we will miss the view and the sight and sound of the cows in the field. The Carriage was a lovely base from which to explore the many attractions in the area, we spent quite a lot of time in Wales with it being so close. Thanks to Elaine and Doug for providing such a very nice base for our week - we plan to return!