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This rural cottage in Redmarley D'Abitot promises a serene escape for a small family or group of friends. Part of a Grade II listed farmhouse, you can enjoy views across the paddocks and orchards here – expect to see the owners and their dressage horses from time-to-time. To make the most of the scenery, unwind in the private hot tub – just the ticket after a day exploring the great outdoors on your doorstep. Location-wise, this is an outdoor enthusiasts’ dream – with forests, walking and cycling trails, and rock climbing, you’ll always find something to keep you occupied. 

Orchard Charm

Planning a special event? Consider this grand mansion house, whose nine bedrooms - plus special highlights like juke box, maze, large terrace and extensive parklands - make it quite the place for a gathering of family or friends. The grade II-listed Regency building has no less than five indoor living spaces including a banquet-worthy dining room, which seats up to 20, a library packed with books, and sitting room with open fire and plenty of overstuffed chairs and sofas. The surroundings are impressive, part of the 28-acre Matara Estate, where rewilding projects and formal gardens have been in progress for the past 20 years. A private tour can be arranged – just ask the caretaker on your arrival. If you can manage your way out of all that (or even want to) you’ll find yourself in a charming part of the Cotswolds - with Stroud, Tetbury and Westonbirt’s National Arbotoreum nearby and Jane Austen’s beloved Bath just a 35-minute drive away. 

A Home with Charm

Nestled in the grounds of the owner’s home, in the peaceful village of Stroat, this home is perfect for a couple’s getaway to the country. With far-reaching views from the private garden and a cosy hot tub, ideal for soaking tired muscles after a day exploring the great outdoors, this home ticks a lot of holiday boxes. Location-wise, you’ll find hiking and cycling routes from your doorstep, the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty within easy reach, and the charming town of Chepstow waiting to be explored – there’s something for everyone here. 

Gloucestershire Gaze

Escape to the Gloucestershire countryside with this modern holiday home located in the quaint village of Longhope. Take in the views of the meadows and fields from the hot tub and patio while listening to the babbling brook below. Or keep the kids entertained with the table tennis set, as well as the arcade and board games in the games room. The open-plan lounge has a welcome wood-burning stove for cooler days and a modern kitchen, while the dining table overlooks the garden and vistas. Perfectly located with a convenience shop, bakery and pub within walking distance, this Forest of Dean location means there’s plenty to see and do in the locale.

Brook Retreat

On arrival at this beautiful A-frame cottage, you’ll be greeted with stunning views across the Wye Valley and a couple of bottles of local ale from your host’s favourite brewery. A wall of glass opens up the living room to the valley beyond and the morning mist tumbling between forests and fells is quite a sight from this hilltop location. Come nightfall, you’re far from civilisation so the sky speckles with a blanket of stars – spot constellations from the warmth of the wood-fired hot tub outside or walk to Michelin-star restaurant The Whitebrook, fifteen minutes away. Wandering through the wildflower-strewn garden you’ll find a picnic bench and barbecue for hazy summer days outdoors and rambling walks across the countryside start from just outside the door. Back inside, we love the collection of holiday reads, tucked into bookshelves below the raised bed in the studio. Toys in the living room and bunkbeds in the second bedroom let you know this place is family-friendly too. 

Wye Valley View

With sweeping countryside views and a hot tub perfectly positioned for starlit soaks, this peaceful retreat is all about slowing down. Ideal for two, and surrounded by fields and footpaths, this shepherd's hut sits in the heart of a working dairy farm in the Wye Valley, just fifteen minutes from Chepstow. Inside, soft tones and natural textures create a calming space to unwind, whether you’re curled up by the wood-burning fire, cooking in the compact kitchen or stretched out on the king-size bed. Outside, the private deck is perfect for alfresco breakfasts and quiet evenings with the cows grazing nearby. Don’t leave without trying the farm’s creamy gelato and milkshakes.

Farm Fresh Living

Tucked into a private woodland on the banks of the River Wye, this cottage puts you right on the water – two kayaks and life vests sit ready on the riverbank whenever you want them, and direct river access means wild swimming and fishing are equally on the cards. Every room looks out over the river, and a historic hand ferry crossing is a three-minute walk away, operating spring through autumn. Goodrich Castle's Norman ruins are about fourteen minutes by car, while scenic walking trails begin from the doorstep, with country pubs close behind.

The Quiet Current

With beautiful views, two private hot tubs and wood-burning fires, this home has everything you could need for a refreshing rural retreat. Consisting of two neighbouring homes, you’ll find plenty of space to stretch out and socialise. There is also an external games room, a snooker room and a large garden with a barbecue – perfect for warm weather days. From here, it’s a short walk to the nearest village, while the Forest of Dean is on your doorstep. It’s also a short drive to Cheltenham and Bath.


The Heart of the Forest

Set on a 100-acre estate of vineyards, wildflower meadows, and rolling pastures outside Monmouth, this farmhouse is an ideal countryside escape. Three distinct terraces ensure there's plenty of space to soak up the fresh air – a fire pit is included for cooler evenings. Our favourite is the rooftop boasting valley views worth lingering over. Inside, exposed beams, a log burner, and a roll-top bathtub lend the place real rustic warmth. Two bedrooms overlook the vines, and the estate's resident kestrels, deer, and tawny owls mean the grounds are worth exploring slowly. Tintern Abbey is a thirty-minute drive when you fancy a day out.

Vines of Wye

This home embraces the Cotswold idyll with a spacious lawn perfect for relaxing and a secluded, covered hot tub for evening soaks. Inside, there are two living rooms so the group can spread out – both with a wood-burning stove for colder evenings – and there’s two dedicated games room outside with pool, table tennis and foosball tables. In the main drawing room there are boardgames and toys to keep the kids occupied. The farmhouse-style kitchen is a delight at breakfast time. In the village of North Nibley, there’s a small shop and the Black Horse pub within walking distance but you’ll want a car to explore the rest of the Cotswolds.

Tea, Flowers & Trees

There are verdant countryside views from this home’s first-floor open-plan living room (this home has an upside-down layout with the bedrooms on the ground floor). You can enjoy the vistas from the garden with its lawn and patio too – this space is pet-friendly as well. Located in the village of Longhope in the Forest of Dean, there’s a pub a short stroll away and there are plenty of hiking and biking opportunities in the area. Or explore Gloucester with its cathedral and historical docks, just over 10 miles away. 

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We selected the 1818 homes worth renting in this location

Home spotlights in Forest of Dean District

ORCHARDCHARM

A HOMEWITH CHARM

GLOUCESTERSHIREGAZE

We've selected the top 3% homes in Forest of Dean District.

Most popular homes in Forest of Dean District.

BrookRetreat

Wye ValleyView

Farm FreshLiving

The QuietCurrent

The Heartof the Forest

Vines ofWye

Tea, Flowers& Trees

FieldView

BrookRetreat

Wye ValleyView

Farm FreshLiving

The QuietCurrent

The Heartof the Forest

Vines ofWye

Tea, Flowers& Trees

FieldView

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ORCHARD
CHARM

A HOME
WITH CHARM

GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GAZE

Brook
Retreat

Wye Valley
View

Farm Fresh
Living

The Quiet
Current

The Heart
of the Forest

Vines of
Wye

Tea, Flowers
& Trees

Field
View

Brook
Retreat

Wye Valley
View

Farm Fresh
Living

The Quiet
Current

The Heart
of the Forest

Vines of
Wye

Tea, Flowers
& Trees

Field
View