About this property
Set in the heart of the delightful little village of St. Briavels, adjacent to the castle and next to the church is this charming stone property nestled with its own private entrance. On a beautiful summers' day you can walk straight around to the walled garden at the rear of the cottage and with the sun washing the lawn with a golden glow, sit on the patio as the fancy takes you and absorb the peaceful atmosphere. Step straight into the conservatory which creates a lovely harmony with the outdoor space, presenting comfortable seating to relax and enjoy a film on TV or simply the views of the garden.The property has stunning views across the Old Vicarage garden and the countryside beyond. The ground floor also comprises a twin room and a shower room for your convenience along with ample storage and a rack to place your muddy boots. Meander up to the first floor to find a fully-equipped kitchen with a splendid dining area. The interior exudes a light and airy feel within homely surroundings and fantastic vistas can been seen of the pretty gardens and countryside beyond. The nearby thriving town of Lydney is situated on the edge of the Forest of Dean and the River Severn boasting a good range of shops, a leisure centre and sports facilities as well as pubs and eateries. There a community owned shop and a monthly farmers market attracting many visitors. Plenty of walking opportunities and nature trails are available on foot, by bike or on horseback should you wish to take an adventure to the Forest of Dean and discover its outstanding natural beauty. The ancient caves of Clearwell are nearby, along with the Gloucestershire Way and Offa's Dyke Path. A little further afield are the cities of Cheltenham, Bristol, Bath and Cardiff.
The town of Lydney is situated between the eastern edge of the Forest of Dean and the River Severn in Gloucestershire. Lydney has a range of shops, a leisure centre and sports facilities, as well as pubs, cafes and restaurants serving a wide variety of meals. The 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 area.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x ground floor twin, 1 x double.
Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Bathroom with bath, separate shower, basin and WC.
First floor kitchen with dining area.
Ground floor conservatory/ sitting room.
Oil central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, Dishwasher, fridge/freezer, TV, wifi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Roadside parking.
Small lawned garden with patio area with table and chairs and a picnic bench.
Bike storage.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 5 mins walk.
Note: Owner has a dog.
Nearby points of interest
- Taurus Crafts
Reviews (43)
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Bracken
When I arrived there was snow on the ground, but the house was still cozy and warm. Good sized bath to relax in. Tiny local shop which has a surprisingly good selection of cheeses and bread and fruit and veg. The hosts were kind enough to wash some clothes for me too
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Murvyn
A reservation was made, and the two hour wait (for offices to open), for confirmation was a nervy one. We arrived late afternoon, unloaded and settled in. The Granary was warm, had a very good feel to it, and a little quirky on first inspection. Just what I like. While making something to eat, in the well equipped kitchen/dining room; we had a look at the many guides available and made a few choices on what was readily available nearby. Walks, historical locations, sporting activities, to name a few. Found these to be very useful. The weekend was spent visiting Chepstow - some very nice charity shops, and The Ugly Mug cafe was a laugh-a-minute -; Castle Coch, Caerphilly Castle, where we found due to it being St Davids day, had free entry. On the day it snowed, adults and children were out enjoying the snow, the village a hive of activity. All friendly and quite happy to have a conversation. A quiet location, peaceful at night, with some lovely views across the fields. Beautiful the day it snowed. The castle remnants a few feet away helped to add a long established feel. The local farmer shop with fresh produce was good as well. Getting to and from places of interest was easy enough, too. For a weekend break The Granary is an ideal (Apart from our disagreement about listening to the football scores at the kitchen table), likeable and very inviting place to stay. Clean, tidy, warm; with facilities that made for a very pleasant time away from the hustle and bustle of city life. I do intend to stay again. All the best. Murvyn and Natasha
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Roberta
Very clean, everything you need for a short stay and main bedroom was wonderful. Wonderful views from kitchen windows. Property was nice & warm with the heating on and hot water was lovely & hot. The conservatory and garden area would be lovely in the summer. Stayed here to visit family and would definitely check if available when visiting in the future