Nestled above the Royal Forest of Dean, Oak Tree Cottage offers a serene retreat with panoramic countryside views and a dog-friendly garden. Unwind in the conservatory by the woodburner or challenge friends to pool table games; this charming cottage provides everything you need for a comfortable stay.
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Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathrooms
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
Parking available
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Oak Tree Cottage - E5062
Panoramic views, a dog friendly landscaped garden and conservatory are just a few of Oak Tree Cottage’s finest features.. 2 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: TV, BT Sports, Sky Sports, DVD Player, Woodburner
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Conservatory: Woodburner, French Doors To Garden
Games Room: Pool Table, Dartboard
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: Bunk (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate. Enclosed garden with patio, barbecue and garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: Holidaymakers, couples and family bookings only. There is a pond in the garden.. Peacefully nestling high above the lush woodlands of the famously beautiful Royal Forest of Dean, this charming property offers very comfortable accommodation and a large sunny landscaped garden (pictured) and with panoramic countryside views from the bedrooms. Decorations and a real 6ft tree are provided for Christmas bookings. Lovely forest walks start from the door and angling, cycling, canoeing, riding and climbing are available nearby, whilst the myriad attractions of the Forest range from a steam railway to a butterfly zoo. Forest Hills Golf Course, Coleford is only 8 minutes away. The Wye Valley and historic Monmouth’s excellent range of leisure facilities are within a half hour’s drive as are Gloucester’s celebrated docks, outlet shopping and magnificent cathedral. Shop and pub 1 mile. Nearest supermarket is Tesco in Cinderford an 11 minute drive from the cottage.
Free WiFi
There is a pond in the garden.
Families or couples only.
Holidaymakers only.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Entertainment
Cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Ruardean is home to this cottage. Forest Hills Golf Club and Puzzlewood are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Freedom Leisure Cinderford and Forest Leisure Centre. Lea Bailey Light Railway and Way2go Adventures are also worth visiting. Visit our Ruardean travel guide
What time is check-in at Oak Tree Cottage - E5062?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Oak Tree Cottage - E5062?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Oak Tree Cottage - E5062 located?
Situated in Ruardean, this cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Wye Valley, River Wye, and Sculpture Trail. Freedom Leisure Cinderford and Forest Leisure Centre are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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Oak Tree Cottage - E5062 Reviews
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Exceptional
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This is a comfortable and well furnished house on the edge of a stretch of forest. A large, fully enclosed garden was ideal for our little Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the house as whole is nicely arranged to accommodate hounds as well as holidayers.
We were there in mid-February so didn't get much chance to make the best of the conservatory or outdoor dining area, but in the right weather they should be delightful!
Ian K.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca Poole
May 10, 2025
We had a lovely stay at Oak Tree Cottage.
We had a lovely stay at Oak Tree Cottage. It is out the way with just a few other houses around but for a walking holiday in the Forest of Dean it couldn't be in a better position. The walks from the door were fantastic. Other activities, shops etc are just a short drive away. The house it's self is lovely and perfect for a family holiday. It was clean, tidy and has everything you need. The games room is fantastic and we made use of this everyday as a family. The garden is a great size which our dog loved. The hosts were so inviting and helpful on my arrival.I would highly reccomend Oak Tree Cottage and we will certainly look at returning here in the future for a relaxing family get away.
Rebecca Poole
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Susan James
Jun 6, 2025
Delightful very well equipped cottage , beautiful very rural location and virtually in the Forest of
Delightful very well equipped cottage , beautiful very rural location and virtually in the Forest of Dean which is a stunning and magical area. Dog friendly property which was essential… The Owners were there to meet and show us around and explain various facilities and procedures regarding our stay. They were very welcoming and friendly, and it was great to meet them both personally. Would strongly recommend Oak Tree Cottage. I would only stres that it is an area with limited facilities for dining out locally,if that is an important factor…apart from nearby town for cafes and food shopping etc… Ideal for walking/relaxing/ dog walking type break. S James (July 2024)
Susan James
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Diane Turner
Oct 4, 2025
Beautiful cottage, lots of space both inside and outside.
Beautiful cottage, lots of space both inside and outside. Right on the edge of the forest, so you can walk out from the front door very easily. Easy to reach local places like Yats Rock, Symonds Yat, Goodrich Castle, etc. Very welcoming.
Diane Turner
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Teresa Smith
Sep 4, 2025
Real get away from it all.
Real get away from it all. Pool table and dart board meant some quality time with teenagers which didn't involve tech (apart from dart scoring app!). Walks straight from the door leading to amazing views. A real home from home feel and we will definitely be back - loved it!
Teresa Smith
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Jackie Edmonds
Jul 9, 2025
4 of us stayed for 3 nights which went by far too quickly.
4 of us stayed for 3 nights which went by far too quickly. We were met by Chris & Jo the owners who gave us a tour. The cottage is just amazing, spotlessly clean and better equipped than any other cottage we have stayed at. Warm and cosy and very comfortable beds. All 4 of us loved staying there and are already making plans to return as soon as we can. It is such good value and the bunk room for children is just perfect. Huge garden with a pond and a games room just adds to the attractiveness. A fantastic package
Jackie Edmonds
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Antonio
Sep 16, 2020
Property very nice people very friendly lovely garden to enjoy,would recommend if you want a good wa
Property very nice people very friendly lovely garden to enjoy,would recommend if you want a good walking holiday.
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Antonio
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sarah
Sep 6, 2020
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Great location and lovely homely cottage enjoyed by us and the dogs
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Sarah
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tanya
Aug 20, 2020
A fantastic cottage, very warm welcome by the owners kindly left the lights on for our late arrival.
A fantastic cottage, very warm welcome by the owners kindly left the lights on for our late arrival. The cottage is well equipped, the kids loved the games room. The weather wasn’t kind to us for our stay, but that did not deter us having a relaxing October half term holiday. Lots to do in the surrounding areas and this cottage is the perfect base for forest walks, visit to symonds yat, Ross-On-Wye, Gloucester or a little further a field if you prefer. Highly recommend The Red Hart Inn at Blaisdon and the Rising Sun Inn at Moseley Green for meals (especially after a muddy walk!).
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Tanya
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Brian
Jul 25, 2020
Oak Tree Cottage was simply brilliant.
Oak Tree Cottage was simply brilliant. The owners daughter met us at the property when we arrived, and explained everything to us.
The property was spotless and had everything you could possibly need, and the garden was just lovely. It is quite isolated from the big wide world, but with the current situation with Covid, this was a godsend, and just what we wanted
There are walks into the forest from outside the front door, which was just lovely and great for the dogs.
Please be aware there is no shop or pub really within walking distance. The closest shops are in Cinderford, which is about a 10 min drive away. You can walk from the cottage into Ruardean, but there is really not a lot there. There is a pub, but it was shut, and to be honest, it didnt look that inviting!
I can recommend ‘Frydays’ the fish and chip shop in Littledean (just the other side of Cinderford), best fish and chips we have had for a long time!
Would we return, yes absolutely!
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Brian
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Brian
Jul 21, 2020
A very comfortable cottage.
A very comfortable cottage. Lovely garden for children to play in. Also enjoyed the games room and the sports channels on TV.
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Brian
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amanda
Jul 20, 2020
This cottage is incredibly well equipped, it has absolutely everything you could ever need, it reall
This cottage is incredibly well equipped, it has absolutely everything you could ever need, it really is set up as a home from home. It housed 2 adults, 4 children and 2 dogs comfortably.
Dogs are truly welcomed - spare towels and bowls are available in case you forget anything for them, the beautiful garden is enclosed and secure and there are walks through the forest from the doorstep.
There are plenty of things to do in the area (even in a pandemic!) - walks, castles, canoe hire and bike hire as well as the nearby towns and cafe's.
The owners were super helpful and I would definitely book to visit again.
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Amanda
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Gail
Jul 11, 2020
The cottage is an absolute delight and in a peaceful location.
The cottage is an absolute delight and in a peaceful location. Well equipped and comfortable, even the beds and sofa's which often isn't the case with holiday cottages. Being in a dark area on a clear night the stars are a sight to behold. Plenty of activities in the forest for everyone who enjoys the active life. All in all, very highly recommended.
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Gail
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Paul
Jul 5, 2020
Lovely cottage, clean and well equipped and in perfect location if you are looking for a rural break
Lovely cottage, clean and well equipped and in perfect location if you are looking for a rural breakaway with forest walks right on the doorstep. Would definitely recommend
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Paul
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amy
Jun 22, 2020
This is our third time back to this lovely property.
This is our third time back to this lovely property. Feels like home, had a lovely break. Many thanks look forward to another return.
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Amy
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Liz
Sep 26, 2019
Wow was the first and last think we thought about this house.
Wow was the first and last think we thought about this house. It was better than we thought and the pictures and description doesn’t do it enough justice.the added extra of a basket of towels for the dog was very helpful after lovely walks through the woods which was just outside the front door. I could talk on for a long time but can honestly say the house and garden was amazing, clean and tidy and everything you could want for a lovely holiday. Next visit already being planned.
Liz
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Christopher
Sep 9, 2019
Three generations of our family stayed in the cottage for a week.
Three generations of our family stayed in the cottage for a week. We found the description of the cottage on the website to be accurate, but it was not immediately obvious to me that this cottage is about 3/4 mile north of the village of Brierley in the small hamlet of "The Pludds", well away from the main road and very, very quiet. We really enjoyed that, and we also agree with all the enthusiastic comments made by your other reviewers. Would we like to go there again? Definitely.
Christopher
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mike
Aug 3, 2019
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Nice cottage on edge of Forest
Mike
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Peter
Aug 1, 2019
A lovely cosy holiday retreat.
A lovely cosy holiday retreat. Lovely welcome from the owners. Great facilities including a great games room with full size pool table. Comfortable beds.
Had a lovely relaxing few days.
Peter
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Louise
Jul 31, 2019
We all had a great week.
We all had a great week. Very friendly welcome from the owners and settled in quickly. The garden was a great run around for our dog. Hours of fun was had in the games room. Easy access for forest walks and so quiet for a peaceful rest day and night.
Louise
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ronnie
Jun 26, 2019
We spent a week at Oak Tree Cottage and could not have been more pleased with the welcome, the accom
We spent a week at Oak Tree Cottage and could not have been more pleased with the welcome, the accommodation, the facilities and the location. The garden was a lot bigger than expected and was great for the dogs as it was fully enclosed. The surrounding area is great for walking as the forest is right on the door step. I would highly recommend and would definitely stay again.
Ronnie
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amy
Jun 15, 2019
Amazing second visit.
Amazing second visit. Thanks :-)
Amy
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Neeraj G.
Jun 10, 2019
Lovely house for a warm stay
Great house and great amenities in the house. Everything was very neat and tidy and the hi mouse had everything that a family needs to stay comfortably. The owner is very warm and welcoming and we had a great stay (4 adults + 2 kids). I can highly recommend this house / cottage to anyone who wants to be close to Wye/Monmouth/Brecon beacons. Pool room and a large conservatory are a bug plus.