The Coach House

About this property

Newent 2.5 miles. Situated in the peaceful grounds of the owner’s home in Upleadon, Gloucestershire is The Coach House, a first-floor apartment suitable for lone travellers or couples alike. Boasting a beautiful balcony with furniture and an electric fire, this charming retreat is the perfect base for making memories in the Gloucestershire countryside or staying in and relaxing while admiring the views. Arrive at the property where off-road parking greets you before moving up to the first floor to the main living areas. Stepping into the living area, a plush sofa and characterful tartan armchair welcomes you to kick off your shoes and flick on the TV while enjoying the electric woodburning-effect stove.

From here, rustle up your evening meals in the kitchen, where you will happen upon an electric hob and oven, as well as a fridge and many other appliances you could need throughout your stay. Moving through the property and into the well-presented double bedroom, a bright an airy feel invites you in, furnished with delightful cream bedside tables and a dresser to store you belongings. Beyond here, discover the bathroom, complete with a bath, shower over, and a heated towel rail, as well as a hand basin and WC, this contemporary-style bathroom is finished to a lovely standard, ideal for getting ready to go about your day.

Out on the balcony, discover the pretty furniture where you can enjoy a cup of tea or a glass of wine while catching up on the day’s events and peering out over the vast greenery and woodland on the doorstep of this cute apartment. Close by, Newent has many individual shops, great pubs, quaint tea rooms and an old market hall, all located on the northern edge of the Royal Forest of Dean, where any outdoor activities can be enjoyed, including lovely walks and cycling routes. Further afield you can enjoy more tranquil walks along the Severn Way and Gloucestershire Way which are accessible via a short car journey, or if you are happy to travel just a little further again, why not visit the beautiful spa town of Cheltenham, for a calming treatment or just to explore the pretty town for its charming architecture.

Spend an afternoon sampling wine at one of the local vineyards, Three Choirs Vineyard or Strawberry Hill Vineyard, before heading back to Newent centre for a dinner in one of the traditional pubs such as Black Dog Pub, serving traditional pub meals along with a takeaway and a Sunday menu. For the animal lovers, the International Centre for Bird of Prey, home to over 60 species of owls, hawks and eagles or perhaps one of the local National Trust properties for a touch of history. The Cotswolds and Wye Valley are also within easy reach from the property, offering picturesque strolls in the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

A splendid base in a gorgeous green area, choose The Coach House for a relaxing break to Gloucestershire.

Resting in the Vale of Leadon is Newent, an attractive market town and former Roman settlement. Offering a plethora of attractions, pubs, restaurants and quaint shops and tearooms, Newent is one of the most attractive market towns in the area. Dating back to 1668 is the half-timbered Old Market Hall boasting traditional black-and-white cladding, the area is also on the edge of the exceptional Forest of Dean, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which offers multiple, footpaths, cycling routes, and bridle paths to explore.

Accommodation

If you have an electric car, you have exclusive use of a metered E.V charger, this will be charged at an additional rate by the owner.

First-floor apartment.

One double bedroom.

Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.

Kitchen.

Sitting room with dining area and electric stove

Electric storage heaters with electric stove.

Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Off road parking for two cars.

Lockable bike storage.

Decked balcony with furniture.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Shop 2.5 miles, pub 2.3 miles.

Note: Babes-in-arms only.

Note: External staircase has 13 open-tread stairs.