The property
Woolaston 2.5 miles.
Set on a peaceful wooded hillside with countryside views towards the River Severn, this charming wing of the owners’ home is ideally located to enjoy the delights of the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley.
Situated 2.5 miles from the pretty village of Woolaston, Fir Cottage is set in large gardens and makes a perfect base for a couple who wish to enjoy walking, cycling, birdwatching or just want to getaway from it all.
This lovely cottage is set all on the ground floor and has dual aspect views over the extensive gardens, paddock and fields beyond.
Walk into the large open plan living area and you will immediately spot the inglenook fireplace housing a woodburning stove, ideal for those cosy winter evenings after a day’s activities.
Also in the living area you will notice the well-equipped kitchen and dining area, which overlooks the gardens.
Go through the door at the back of the cottage where there's a spacious bedroom with en-suite shower room.
Outside, the large gardens shared with the owner extend around three sides of the cottage and are a place where you can relax and enjoy a drink whilst admiring the views and watching the horses grazing in the paddock.
For walkers, the surrounding area has a superb network of paths and trails, including the Offa’s Dyke and the Gloucestershire Way.
Within driving distance are the historic town of Chepstow, which is famous for its horse racing, and the market towns of Monmouth and Ross-on-Wye are well worth visiting.
An ideal romantic getaway at any time of the year.
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Accommodation
All ground floor. One double bedroom with en-suite shower, basin and WC. Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove. Shared, external utility.
About the location
WOOLASTON
Chepstow 5 miles; Monmouth 14.5 miles; Ross-on-Wye 20 miles.
The pretty village of Woolaston nestles peacefully between the eastern edge of the Forest of Dean and the River Severn in Gloucestershire. Local services in the village consist of a shop, Post Office and three pubs serving food. The stunning countryside of the nearby Forest of Dean and Offa's Dyke provide excellent walking, cycling, fishing and nature watching opportunities. Visit the historic walled town of Chepstow with its impressive Norman Castle and the celebrated racecourse, whilst the pretty market town of Monmouth, with its stunning stone-gated bridge and the riverside market town of Ross-on-Wye with timbered Tudor houses, excellent shops and restaurants are within reach. Also within driving distance are the 12th century abbey of Tintern, and if you fancy some retail therapy, the cities of Newport and Cardiff are an hour’s drive away, or cross the Severn Bridge and visit Bristol and Bath. Woolaston is an ideal base for exploring Gloucestershire.
Region Information
Note: Babes-in-arms only.
