The Old Bakery House

Rating
Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 3
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Games Room
Sky TV
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews

2 Customer Review(s)

Mr Roberts
August 2019

“It's a lovely house and we enjoyed our holiday.”

The evening we arrived, there was a power cut. Shirley and Lyndon arrived promptly after a phonecall to the owner. They had to call in an engineer on the Saturday who put matters right but said there was an earlier problem with the boiler. All then went well for the week until the leaving day when we had to have cold showers before the water again became hot just as we left. It's a problem that needs sorting - and I think some discount would be a nice idea. There is only one set of cutlery and ...

The evening we arrived, there was a power cut. Shirley and Lyndon arrived promptly after a phonecall to the owner. They had to call in an engineer on the Saturday who put matters right but said there was an earlier problem with the boiler. All then went well for the week until the leaving day when we had to have cold showers before the water again became hot just as we left. It's a problem that needs sorting - and I think some discount would be a nice idea. There is only one set of cutlery and crockery i.e. when the eight plates are in the dishwasher there are no extras. Only one pair of scissors and two sharp serrated knives. Fridge too small for eight people. We had to buy extra binbags. No cafetiere! We were surprised by the lack of information (compared with what we've had in other cottages, including Sykes ones): no information about using the cooker (oven timer affected by power cut) or the heating and hot water; no information on recycling or bin days (the bins were already overflowing) or nearest doctor, pharmacy or recommended eating place; no tourist leaflets at all. Finally, we brought 5 bikes with us (being near to so many cycling routes I'm sure we won't be alone) but with nowhere to store them (there's a shed full of stuff that could be bigger and used for the purpose). Don't get me wrong - I don't whinge. I think definite improvements can be made.

- Mr Roberts, August 2019
Mrs Chapman August 2020

“We were disappointed with the house, upon arrival we could see the garden was unloved there were pots and hanging baskets with just weeds growing in them, inside the house looked nice, however we had to wash all the pans as they were unclean, the fire place had not been cleaned out, all of the toilet seats slipped when used, we could not control the temperature of the shower so found it too hot to use, there was a leak under the kitchen sink and the lights to the cooker hood did not work, generally we felt there was a lack of care to the property, we are essential workers and have worked through lock down, we were looking forward to a well earned break and were extremely disappointed, we did contact the landlord but found his response negative.”

Sad to say we will not be returning.

- Mrs Chapman, August 2020
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The property

The Old Bakery House is a semi-detached property filled with charm in the small village of Coalway in the Forest of Dean.

With flat access to the property, a ground floor bathroom and bedroom, wide doorways and an adjustable bed and bath, this property has been finished with those less able in mind.

This spacious property oozes character throughout, completed with elegant furnishings to provide a fantastic family holiday to Gloucestershire.

After kicking off your muddy boots and wellies, you are welcomed into a well-presented dining area, hosting a small WC room before entering the elegantly presented kitchen, housing all the necessities you will require for an evening meal at home.

Unwind of an evening within a cosy sitting room, where a sofa sits in front of a warming woodburning stove and TV.

This disabled-friendly dwelling, plays hosts to a ground floor bedroom, offering a disabled sleep bed and a single bed, complete with a en-suite bathroom.

Additional bedrooms can be found on the first floor, where you will find two charming single bedrooms, a twin bedroom and a double bedroom, each sharing a luxurious family bathroom, benefitting from a walk-in shower, separate bath, basin and WC.

For some evening entertainment, head to the lower ground floor where you will find a pool table before unwinding in one of the two sitting rooms, boasting a warming woodburning fire.

Outside, you and your loved ones can enjoy a morning coffee within the rear garden area, complete with garden furniture where you can plan the day ahead.

The central location of the property means that you are a mere stone’s throw away from the local shop and pub, perfect for picking up your holiday essentials.

Just half a mile away, guests will find a Golf Course, perfect for those avid golfers.

Situated in the West Forest of Dean region, this property is a superb base for walkers and cyclists, with access to a plethora of cycle tracks right on your doorstep.

From here, you will find a wide range of walks including Brockweir, Trellech Beacon and Symonds Yat, each fairly easy routes perfect for strolling with younger guests.

Why not spend the day at Symonds Yat?

With a whole host of watersports available including canoeing, kayaking and rafting, it's sure to be a fun filled day out for the more adventurous.

Alternatively, Puzzlewood is close by, where you can explore 14 acres of ancient woodland within an atmosphere like no other.

The Old Bakery House is an endearing property, perfect for a family getaway.

Summary

Three-storey property
Five bedrooms; 1 x ground floor bedroom with single bed and adult sized bed suitable for the disabled with en-suite, including disabled friendly adjustable height electric bath, basin and WC with stretcher available, 1 x double bedroom, 1 x twin bedroom, 2 x single bedrooms
First floor bathroom with bath, walk-in shower WC and basin
Ground floor WC with basin
Kitchen/diner
Dining room
Two sitting rooms
Games room
Utility room.
Woodburning stove
Fridge, freezer, dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker, electric oven, gas hob, washing machine and tuble dryer in seperate utility room
4 x TVs, Sky TV in Lounge, ground floor bedroom, and rear sitting room, Freeview TV upstairs, WiFi
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Fuel, power and starter pack for fire inc. in rent
Cot, highchair and stairgate available
Ample off-road parking
Enclosed rear garden with lawned area and patio area with furniture
Two well-behaved pets welcome
Sorry, no smoking allowed
Local shop and pub within 5-minute walk
Note: This property is equipped with ceiling track hoists in the ground floor bedroom, bathroom and lounge, wide door frames, adjustable height electric bath with stretchers, and beds, and is fully equipped for the disabled
Note: Check in from 4pm.

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About the location

COALWAY

Coleford 1 mile; Monmouth 7 miles.

Situated in the West Forest of Dean region of Gloucestershire is the small village of Coalway. Within the village you will find a local pub serving food, a Post Office, a shop and a number of businesses. The market town of Coleford is situated within a mile, where you will find a larger sections of pubs, restaurants and shops, as well as attractions including the GWR Museum, Perrygrove Railway and Puzzlewood which is a magical forest set within 14 acres of ancient woodland. Moreover, this area is a fantastic base for walkers, with miles of the Wye Valley and Forest of Dean to explore. Such walks include Brockweir, Trellech Beacon and Symonds Yat, each suitable for all ages and abilities. Coalway is a delightful base for exploring the breath-taking area further.

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The Old Bakery House

Coalway, Gloucestershire (Ref. 961974)

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