The Old Dairy

Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes

Reviews

Mr Simon Millions

“We had a fabulous time in Flaxley.”

The cottage was first class and the owners were extremely helpful too. The setting is idyllic; we can thoroughly recommend it for a relaxing break.\

The cottage was first class and the owners were extremely helpful too. The setting is idyllic; we can thoroughly recommend it for a relaxing break.\ The weather was lovely which always helps; we tried canoeing on the Wye and mountain biking in the Forest; we probably enjoyed Monmouth most of the places we visited. If you are into fishing, as well as the trout lake there are loads of little brown trout in the stream that runs through the property. Highly recommended!

Guest's review on TripAdvisor

“A wonderful place to stay - a home from home.”

Very comfortable inside, extremely well equipped and clean, and a lot of thought has been put into the layout of the Old Dairy's design. Excellent welcome pack and also towels and sheets provided.
Mrs Slater

“Superb accommodation in a lovely setting.”

Very child-friendly.
Guest's review on TripAdvisor

“This converted dairy is a real find.”

Set in a very quiet hamlet, next to a beautiful lake and very near all the major Forest of Dean attractions, it makes the perfect getaway. The cottage is comfortable and really well-equipped with televisions in both bedrooms as well as the lounge (should you have time to watch them!). It is also within an easy drive of Gloucester, Chepstow, Monmouth, etc. in case the weather is wet, and the lovely Symonds Yat, Newnham on Severn, the Wye and the Severn. Great for birdwatching, cycling, outdoor pursuits and cycling - a great base for a holiday in Forest of Dean. The owners - Ben and Kelly - run the farm next door and are extremely helpful. The welcome pack is a great idea and all the supermarket delivery companies will deliver and know the address.
Guest's review on TripAdvisor

“My hubby and I enjoyed a very lovely half-term week at this delightful cottage with my mum-in-law and aunt-in-law and our puppy Chloe.”

The cottage was very warm, cosy and well-equipped. We loved the fact that we drove through private gates to get to the cottages and we were surrounded by farmland and yet near lots of nice villages. The cottage owners were extremely helpful and welcoming and the cottage was absolutely spotless and well decorated. They provided a very useful welcome pack and tea, coffee and useful items such as a few dishwasher tablets were provided too. The bedrooms weren't huge but they were nicely furnished and the bed was very comfortable. There was a nice, large enclosed garden area, ideal for dogs, and we were invited to enjoy the farmland and the lake in the next field - we only did this a couple of times due to the time of year we visited but I can imagine it would be fantastic to visit in summer. The cottage was in the pretty village of Flaxley and ideally situated for visiting the Forest of Dean, parts of Wales and if you wanted to go a bit further, the Cotswolds.
Mr & Mrs Ivens

“We had a beautiful stay here for our yearly reunion, such lovely buildings and so pretty in the snow!”

The kitchen is perfect for a big group dinner and we all LOVE the lights above the table! Thanks.
Guest's review on TripAdvisor

“We came down for half term week and had a really lovely holiday.”

OK - so the weather was fine and the family that stayed in the other property were very nice, but the accommodation played a big part too. The Old Diary was spotlessly clean and very comfortable, with TVs in each room and wi-fi access (for teenagers obsessed with such things). The surroundings are idyllic - plenty for fishing enthusiasts (try the little streams on the property for lots of wild brown trout). Owners both helpful and friendly. Wider recommendations - Cinderford for a decent Co-op / Papparitos in Cheltenham for fab food at a ridiculously cheap price / local pub in Blaisdon (25 min walk) is nice (mixed views on food though).
Guest's review on TripAdvisor

“Just spent another week in this beautiful cottage which is situated in a tranquil location.”

The property has a gated entrance and is surrounded by fields and a lake. It is very safe for young children and a perfect place to take a dog.\ On arrival there is an excellent welcome pack and the cottage is spotlessly clean. It is very well equipped making it seem home-from-home. There are televisions in both bedrooms and the lounge. Plenty of room to put food in the fridge and the freezer. Also very useful having a dishwasher and a washer drying machine. Outside are places to sit and relax. We enjoyed having a BBQ.\ This location is ideal for visiting the beautiful Forest of Dean and to get further afield to places like Ross-on-Wye and Chepstow. There is always a warm welcome at The Red Hart pub at Blaisdon. The food is very good and dogs are welcome in the bar area if you want to eat. Can also recommend the fish and chip shop at Littledean. Also found the Severn and Wye Smokery at Claxhill has a wonderful deli and fresh fish counter.\ There is so much to see and do in this area that you are spoilt for choice. Our dog has enjoyed long walks and our Grandson loved toddling over from the cottage to the field so that he could stroke the cows.\ This is our second visit to The Old Dairy and we all enjoyed it once again. Thank you to Ben and Sally for another lovely week.

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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

The property

Sharing the same grounds as the The Old Mill - 988926, The Old Dairy is a pretty, detached barn conversion, all at ground level.

Situated just 30 metres apart, the properties are at right angles to each other and can be rented individually or together for larger parties for up to 10 guests wishing to holiday together.

Inside, the accommodation is really bright and spacious with plenty of oak beams and whitewashed walls.

The kitchen and bathrooms are completely up-to-date, providing all the mods cons you could want for a comfortable stay. Outside, there is a well-stocked lake in the adjacent meadow for fly fishing enthusiasts - arrangements and any payment for this will be made directly with the owners.

Accommodation

All ground floor. 2 bedrooms: 1 x double with wall mounted TV, 1 x twin. Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. Kitchen. Living room.

Amenities

Central heating
Gas hob, electric oven and grill, microwave, dishwasher, large fridge and freezer plus washing machine
2 x TV, DVD, WIFI, iPod docks
Fuel, power and starter pack for fire inc in rent
Bed linen and towels inc in rent
Ample off road parking
Seating area with table and chairs, BBQ, access to fishing lake, Fly-fishing on owners lake by prior arrangement
Secure bike storage
Two well behaved pets welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 2 miles, pub 0.5 miles, Gastro pub 1 mile
Note: Children must be supervised at all times by the lake.

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About the location

CINDERFORD

Ross-on-Wye 8.6 miles; Gloucester 15 miles; Cheltenham 22 miles.

Cinderford is set in an elevated position in the Forest of Dean and has views out across the River Severn. With a good range of local amenities including shops, pubs and an open air market and cinema, Cinderford is a lovely base from which to begin your explorations of the area. Close by is the magnificent Royal Forest of Dean, England's largest oak forest and an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering numerous trails that can be explored on foot, bicycle or horseback. Caving, abseiling and a high wire rope course are on offer for the more adventurous, while fishing, golf, kayaking and canoeing are other popular activities in this unspoilt area. Just a short drive away, in the historic waterfront city of Gloucester, you will find Roman foundations, Victorian Docklands and a spectacular Norman Cathedral (whose cloisters were used as a location in the Harry Potter films). Visit the historic market town of Ross-on-Wye, with timbered Tudor houses and excellent shops, pubs and restaurants, in the heart of rural Herefordshire. Cheltenham is just over 20 miles away and is home to the renowned Cheltenham Festival, 4 days of horse jump racing culminating in the Gold Cup, held annually in March at Cheltenham Racecourse. The Severn Estuary, famous for its tidal bore, is a delight for bird watchers, wildlife enthusiasts and bore surfers alike. This unspoilt area has something to offer at any time of the year.

Region Information

Cotswolds Cottage Holidays

Note: Children must be supervised at all times by the lake.

This property offers the following short breaks:

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The Old Dairy

Flaxley, Gloucestershire (Ref. 988895)

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Reviews

“We had a fabulous time in Flaxley.”

“A wonderful place to stay - a home from home.”

“Superb accommodation in a lovely setting.”

“This converted dairy is a real find.”

“My hubby and I enjoyed a very lovely half-term week at this delightful cottage with my mum-in-law and aunt-in-law and our puppy Chloe.”

“We had a beautiful stay here for our yearly reunion, such lovely buildings and so pretty in the snow!”

“We came down for half term week and had a really lovely holiday.”

“Just spent another week in this beautiful cottage which is situated in a tranquil location.”