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The Bungalow, Forest of Dean

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5110 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Bungalow, Forest of Dean

- Extremely quiet and peaceful location especially at night, you won't hear anything.
- Perfect place for walking and MTB with the forest literally outside the gate.
- Very large, spacious and comfortable accommodation with plenty of facilities.
- Come and go as you please with the key safe.
- Free parking for up to 5 cars.


Escape to this charming detached bungalow set deep in the magnificent Forest of Dean – a former royal hunting ground – and right on the edge of the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). With panoramic views of the surrounding forest and easy access to top local attractions, this is your ideal countryside hideaway.

The Bungalow
2 good-sized bedrooms
Extremely large kitchen-diner – perfect for group meals and entertaining

Stylish bathroom
Cosy lounge with:
- Smart TV
- Netflix
- Unlimited broadband
- A variety of board games and books for rainy days

Outdoor Features
- Large, fully enclosed wraparound garden with:
- Two seating areas overlooking a paddock
- Occasional visits from a neighbour’s horse
- Gated driveway with parking for 3 cars
- Additional parking by the side gate (suitable for larger vehicles)
- Lockable bike shed

Surroundings & Activities
Set in The Pludds – a peaceful hamlet approx. 208m above sea level – the property is a gateway to countless walking and biking trails. Enjoy car-free exploration and possible wildlife sightings including:
- Deer
- Sheep
- The Forest of Dean’s famous wild boar

A short stroll up the lane leads to a viewpoint with breathtaking views toward the Brecon Beacons and Welsh mountains.

Local Pubs & Dining
- Royal Spring Pub – 1.6 miles / 5 min drive
- Hidden down a lane beside a natural spring
- Serves quality, affordable food in a lovely garden setting
- Hearts of Oak Pub – 3.2 miles
- Inn on the Wye Pub/Restaurant – 3.9 miles
- Forge Hammer Pub – 2.2 miles

Nearby Attractions
- Cannop Ponds & Cycle Centre – 3 miles
- Beechenhurst Go Ape – 4 miles
- Clearwell Caves – 7 miles
- Dean Heritage Centre – 7 miles
- Dean Forest Railway – 9 miles
- Goodrich Castle – 5 miles
- Symonds Yat – 7 miles
- Mallards Pike – 7 miles
- Speech House / Sculpture Trail & Lakes – 4 miles
- Steam Mills Fishing Lake – 2.4 miles
- Chepstow Castle – 19 miles
- Tintern Abbey – 15 miles
- Offa's Dyke – 13 miles
- Lydney Harbour – 11 miles
St Briavels Castle – 10 miles
- Gloucester Cathedral – 16 miles

House Rules:
- Check-in time is between 4pm and 10pm, - Check-out is before 10am.
- Smoking is not allowed.
- 5 guests (maximum).
- Not suitable for guests with mobility issues.
- Gates to be kept closed at all times to avoid sheep and wild boar gaining access.
- Please be aware The Bungalow does not have a dishwasher or washing machine.
- Parking for 3 cars (maximum) on drive, further parking for larger vehicles by side gate.
- For a good mobile signal turn on WiFi calling on your phone.
Thank you
The Bungalow

Property manager

Travelnest

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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

Property is also known as

7910571

About the neighborhood

Map
Ruardean

What's nearby

  • Wye Valley - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Goodrich Castle - 9 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Puzzlewood - 11 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Go Ape at Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire - 13 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Symonds Yat West Leisure Park - 15 min drive - 12.8 km

Getting around

  • Gloucester Station - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Muzo's Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Forge Hammer Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Nags Head Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Beechenhurst Lodge Shop - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Hearts of Oak - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bungalow, Forest of Dean pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at The Bungalow, Forest of Dean?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Bungalow, Forest of Dean?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Bungalow, Forest of Dean located?

Situated in Ruardean, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Wye Valley, River Wye, and Sculpture Trail. Lea Bailey Light Railway and Forest Hills Golf Club are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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