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Brookbank Folly

Mitcheldean, Gloucestershire (Ref. 6733)

4.8

UK Lodge Breaks rating

  • 2 Guests

  • 1 Bedroom

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets No

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Features

  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Garden / Patio
  • Broadband / WiFi

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169 Customer Review(s)

  • Karen

    “Brookbank Folly is an absolute gem.”

    It is cosy, comfortable and a great base from which to explore. The bed and sofa are both extremely comfortable, coupled with the silence and zero light pollution it was easy to relax and get a great night's sleep. The garden is a suntrap and I loved sitting out listening to the birds. Richard and Sue are friendly but not intrusive and I loved the daily visits from Audrey one of their dogs. Fresh milk and a welcome hamper upon arrival, as well as local pub recommations and a basket of ...

    It is cosy, comfortable and a great base from which to explore. The bed and sofa are both extremely comfortable, coupled with the silence and zero light pollution it was easy to relax and get a great night's sleep. The garden is a suntrap and I loved sitting out listening to the birds. Richard and Sue are friendly but not intrusive and I loved the daily visits from Audrey one of their dogs. Fresh milk and a welcome hamper upon arrival, as well as local pub recommations and a basket of leaflets giving info on attractions and walking routes was a nice touch. You can go for a wander in the woods behind Brookbank Cottage & Folly and you can go the long way to St Anthony's well, walk down the road. A couple of things to be aware of; Jubilee Road is single track and tarmacked, but if you turn right out of the gate and contine along to Spout Lane it turns into an extremely rutted, quite narrow track with one quite deep hole. Would recommend using Jubilee Road if you have a small car that wouldn't cope with that type of terrain. Wi-fi is good but there is little to no phone signal and the fridge has a tiny icebox which doesn't hold much more than an ice cube tray. The tv has streaming services which you will need to log into - a bonus when you want to relax after a long day of exploring! Brookbank Folly - a total delight and I'd love to go back!

    - Karen, May 2025

    Thank you so very much for your detailed and delightful feedback . We enjoyed having you stay in the folly and were touched by your thoughtful card and gift on leaving . We hope your journey home was stress free and Audrey undoubtedly misses you . Hope to see you again in the not too distant future . Sue and Richard Property Owner

Summary

  • All ground floor
  • One double bedroom
  • Shower room with shower, basin and WC
  • Open plan living area with fitted handmade kitchen, dining area and sitting area and coal-effect electric fire.
  • Electric wall radiators with electric fire in sitting room
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, TV with Freeview, Wifi, DVD, stereo/CD player, small library of books and games
  • All fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Garden and patio area with handmade furniture and BBQ
  • Off road parking for 1 car
  • Sorry, no pets and no smoking
  • Shop and pub 1.5 miles.

The property

This outstanding, bespoke, single-storey Gloucestershire holiday cottage is situated on the outskirts of the Gloucestershire village of Mitcheldean, on the edge of the magnificent Royal Forest of Dean.

Lovingly hand built with timber from the forest itself, this delightful Gloucestershire holiday cottage offers warm and cosy accommodation, with a wealth of character features including beautiful beams, stained glass windows and wooden floors, which seamlessly combine with contemporary modern comforts.

The spacious open plan living area in your Gloucestershire holiday cottage features a handmade kitchen, dining area and sitting area, which has the added benefit of a coal-effect electric fire and overlooks the pretty cottage garden; with a private patio area, the garden is a perfect place to enjoy the peace and tranquillity of this unspoilt area.

The forest offers many stunning walks and cycle routes, which can all be enjoyed from the doorstep of your Gloucestershire cottage.

If you fancy a day trip, why not visit the historic waterfront city of Gloucester with its Victorian Docklands, magnificent Norman cathedral and bustling city centre boasting a superb range of shops, pubs and restaurants?

A wonderful Gloucestershire cottage in an ideal location for discovering this beautiful part of the country.

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About the location

MITCHELDEAN

Ross-on-Wye 6 miles; Gloucester 13 miles.

The thriving village of Mitcheldean, with its old timbered houses and narrow streets is situated close to the magnificent Royal Forest of Dean, England's largest oak forest and an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The forest offers numerous trails that can be explored on foot, by bicycle or by horseback. Caving, abseiling and a high wire rope course are on offer for the more adventurous, whilst 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). Also within easy reach are the historic market town of Ross-on-Wye, in the heart of rural Herefordshire, boasting timbered Tudor houses and excellent shops, pubs and restaurants, and The Severn Estuary, famous for its tidal bore, which is a delight for birdwatchers, wildlife enthusiasts and bore surfers alike. This unspoilt area has something to offer everyone at any time of the year.

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