Stable Apartment

Rating
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

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* Based on a combined average customer score over the last 3 months

18 Customer Review(s)

“The fridge could go withba shelf and the pictures online are a little misleading about the garden, but it was a lovely base for exploring and really dog friendly, we loved it.”

Thank you !

Thank you !

- Miss Thrower, September 2020
“The first floor apartment was lovely but the steps going down to the garden were very steep and in the evening it was very dark to get down to the garden if you have a dog.”

You definitely need to take a torch. I would recommend this apartment but it's not suitable if you have a dog that likes to go out.

- Mrs Thomas, September 2020
“Make sure you read any details on how to find it as I didn’t get round to it and relied on the postcode which wasn’t very accurate.”

- Mr Ford, August 2020
“Just a few recommendations.”

A hand towel in bathroom. A shelf in fridge. Comments book. Other than those small things. Lovely place with lots to do. Thank you

- Mrs Busby, August 2020
“Lovely location near lots if pubs restaurants and small town of lydney yet 10 mins into centre of forest and all attractions.”

Will be back. Lovely gardens at accommodation to use when there even with bbq. Couldnt ask for more. Spectacular views from our first floor apt

- Mrs Tasker, August 2020
“Michael was very friendly, the garden was lovely and the apartment very comfortable.”

A great base to go and see the Forest of Dean and the Welsh borders. Highly recommend the Globe in Alvington for a meal out.

- Mr Frost, July 2020
“We really enjoyed our relaxing short break in this comfortable and well equipped apartment.”

It is an ideal base for exploring the local area, has good facilities close by and stunning views from the lounge. The main road was busy in the day but our daughter slept well in the twin room at the front. It clearly states in the description that the stone steps to the apartment are steep, and they really are, but I do think the lighting is inadequate. The light was so dim we had to use the torches on our mobile phones. Overall, it is a lovely place to stay and I would recommend it.

- Mr Pyatt, January 2020
“Greeted by the own, made to feel very welcome, always available if needed.”

Didn't want to come home.

- Mrs Parsons, October 2019
“Lovely property and well maintained gardens.”

Nice welcome and very accommodating to allow us to enter earlier at 130 pm Nice place. Road noise not an issue ( all relative to what your used to). Only thing o would improve is a better outside light when walking up and down those steep steps in the dark. The present light is just too dim.

- Mr Doe, September 2019
“The apartment was clean, comfortable and fairly well-equipped although the frying pan was far too small and no longer non-stick because all the cooking utensils were metal ones.”

A sieve would be useful (for cooking rice). It was good to have a full-size Fridge-freezer. Although dogs are allowed in the garden it is really only suitable for very small dogs (we have a Labrador & a Springer). We were also disappointed that we could not walk the dogs anywhere directly from the house and had to drive to the park for their early morning walks. The road is far busier than we had been expecting, with speeding traffic day and night.

- Mr Alder, September 2019
“Lovely view from the rear of the property but very noisy road at the front.”

it mentioned in the write up for the property that it had steep steps,. the steps were realy steep,i had trouble with them and i am quite fit.

- Mr Pinner, July 2019
“The steps up to the appartment were extremely steep and likely to be a little slippery when wet.”

This wasn't made clear in the description , my wife has only one eye and found them challenging . Overall an enjoyable break.

- Mr Shugrue, June 2019
“We were surprised how busy/noisy the main road was.”

The twin room was uncomfortable and rather tight for space. Suffered from road traffic noise. It was difficult carrying suitcases up the steep stone external staircase; we are very able bodied. The hob needs an extractor to prevent the living area steaming up, and to remove cooking smells. There was a general feel that there was a lack of attention to detail for example: missing light bulbs, clock was not working. Whilst there was hanging room in the wardrobes there was no drawer space; the wardrobe in the twin room is very dark. On the positive side it was great to have off road car parking, and the place is good for visiting the Forest of Dean and the Wye Valley. Also good supermarket shopping facilities nearby.

- Mrs Hall, May 2019
“Friendly hosts.”

Well equipped and comfortable apartment in convenient location.Easy to find and good facilities close by.

- Mrs Thomas, May 2019
“The stable apartment was lovely with everything we needed for a relaxing short break and great views from the lounge area and bedroom.”

The apartment is in an ideal location to enjoy the many activities and tourist attractions in the area. The only minor draw back is as it is a first floor apartment, the steps up to the front door are very steep and though not a problem for us, it may be for someone less able or who has mobility difficulties. Overall a great place to stay and would definately recommend.

- Mrs Frost, April 2019
“Lovely location.”

Cottage lovely . Will revisit in warmer times

- Mrs Greenwood, October 2018
“Lovely place, fantastic views,”

Stayed as a family with our dog in the summer holidays, the apartment is well equipped and feels very airy whilst being homely. It made a great base to explore the forest of Dean and surrounding areas. Lydney town is a short walk down the hill whilst the harbour is a short drive (or catch the steam train). Michael was very helpful and made us feel at home.

- AnitaJ1903, November 2015
“Beautiful home from home.”

Our stay at The Stable Apartment in Highbury House has been wonderful. Michael, the owner, has been really helpful when we've needed him. The place is beautifully furnished, very homely with nice decorative touches here and there. It was spotlessly clean and tidy when we arrived, and has been a comfortable base for our family holiday. There is plenty of storage space, a fully equipped kitchen, and the beds are extremely comfortable, with very good quality linen. The location itself is wonderful, far enough away from the main town to feel quite secluded but with a tesco located conveniently close. It's also very close to lots of family attractions, which have made this holiday very special. My only worry was the lack of pavement on the main road outside the property, which made it difficult to walk from Highbury House to the town centre with a pushchair. Overall we're very happy with our stay and wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to friends, and if we ever come to the Forest of Dean again, this would be our first choice.

- RJILmitch, August 2015
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The property

Lydney 0.7 miles.

A splendid first floor conversion in a Grade II listed coach house perched on a hill, with stunning views over Lydney and the Severn Estuary.

Located in the grounds of the owner’s home and sympathetically converted to a high standard whilst keeping the character features, this spacious apartment is perfect for couples or small families to enjoy the delights of the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley.

Tastefully appointed, there is a spacious open plan, beamed living area with a well-equipped kitchen overlooking the walled courtyard below.

The dining area is in the corner of the comfortable sitting area which has far-reaching views over the shared gardens to the countryside and river beyond.

The main bedroom has a king-size bed with glorious views over the countryside to the rear of the property, whilst the cosy twin-bedded room overlooks the courtyard to the front of the coach house.

The delightful, extensive shared gardens feature four ponds and are just perfect for relaxing and enjoying a welcome drink after the day’s activities, or perhaps stroll down the hill into the town and sample one of the many pubs, cafes or restaurants.

The stunning countryside of the nearby Forest of Dean and Offa's Dyke provide excellent walking, cycling, fishing and nature watching opportunities.

Nearby visits to Clearwell Caves, Puzzlewood, Littledean Jail, Symonds Yat Rock or the Dean Forest Steam Railway can all be discovered, resulting in something for everyone in this delightful area.

The pretty riverside towns of Chepstow, Monmouth and Ross-on-Wye are also close by with the bustling cities of Cardiff and Newport an easy drive.

This charming character apartment is a perfect base to explore the many attractions of the area or for a relaxing break at any time of the year.

Summary

All first floor
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size double, 1 x twin
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with gas fire.
Electric storage heaters with gas fire
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off road parking for 2 cars
Secure bike storage
Shared gardens with four ponds, and private seating area with furniture
Two well-behaved dogs welcome
Sorry, no smoking
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
Children to be supervised

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About the location

LYDNEY

Chepstow 9 miles, Monmouth 12 miles; Gloucester 20 miles; Chelttenham 27 miles; Bristol; Cardiff 41 miles

The small, thriving town of Lydney is situated between the eastern edge of the Forest of Dean and the River Severn in Gloucestershire. Lydney has a very good range of shops, a leisure centre and sports facilities, as well as pubs, cafes and restaurants serving a wide variety of meals. The magnificent Royal Forest of Dean, England's largest oak forest and an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, boasts numerous trails that can be explored on foot, by bike or on horseback. Caving, abseiling and a high wire rope course are for the more adventurous, whilst fishing, golf, kayaking and canoeing are other popular activities in this unspoilt area. The ancient caves of Clearwell are nearby, as are the Gloucestershire Way and Offa's Dyke Path. Symonds Yat boasts natural scenery and straddles the beautiful River Wye with its magnificent limestone outcrop, popular with climbers, and well-known for its viewpoint. Visit the nearby historic walled town of Chepstow with its impressive Norman Castle and the celebrated racecourse, whilst the pretty market town of Monmouth, with its mixture of elegant Georgian mansions and Victorian courtyards, or the lovely town of Ross-on-Wye with its timbered Tudor houses and delightful riverside walks, both offer excellent shops, pubs and restaurants. The unspoilt Brecon Beacons National Park and Black Mountains, as well as lovely Cotswold towns and villages are just a little further afield as are the cities of Cheltenham, Gloucester, Cardiff, Newport, and just across the Severn Bridge, Bristol and Bath. Lydney is ideally placed for enjoying the delights of Gloucestershire at any time of the year.

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Reviews & Ratings

“The fridge could go withba shelf and the pictures online are a little misleading about the garden, but it was a lovely base for exploring and really dog friendly, we loved it.”

“The first floor apartment was lovely but the steps going down to the garden were very steep and in the evening it was very dark to get down to the garden if you have a dog.”

“Make sure you read any details on how to find it as I didn’t get round to it and relied on the postcode which wasn’t very accurate.”

“Just a few recommendations.”

“Lovely location near lots if pubs restaurants and small town of lydney yet 10 mins into centre of forest and all attractions.”

“Michael was very friendly, the garden was lovely and the apartment very comfortable.”

“We really enjoyed our relaxing short break in this comfortable and well equipped apartment.”

“Greeted by the own, made to feel very welcome, always available if needed.”

“Lovely property and well maintained gardens.”

“The apartment was clean, comfortable and fairly well-equipped although the frying pan was far too small and no longer non-stick because all the cooking utensils were metal ones.”

“Lovely view from the rear of the property but very noisy road at the front.”

“The steps up to the appartment were extremely steep and likely to be a little slippery when wet.”

“We were surprised how busy/noisy the main road was.”

“Friendly hosts.”

“The stable apartment was lovely with everything we needed for a relaxing short break and great views from the lounge area and bedroom.”

“Lovely location.”

“Lovely place, fantastic views,”

“Beautiful home from home.”