Guests say
The Farmhouse in Newent is a charming, spacious cottage full of character, offering a cosy and well-equipped stay in a peaceful rural setting. Guests consistently praise its cleanliness, welcoming host, and excellent communal spaces, including a delightful pool and lovely gardens. The property is ideal for families and groups, with easy access to countryside walks and the local town. While some furnishings and bathrooms are a little dated and could benefit from refurbishment, the overall experience is warm, homely, and great value for money.
Multiple reviews highlight the property as clean and extremely clean, with no significant complaints about hygiene. A few comments mention areas needing general upkeep, but overall, guests are very satisfied with the cleanliness.
The location is frequently described as beautiful, peaceful, and convenient for both countryside walks and access to Newent. Guests appreciate the rural setting and proximity to local amenities, with only minor remarks about the quietness of the town.
Guests find the farmhouse cosy, spacious, and homely, with plenty of communal space. Some mention dated furniture, worn mattresses, and hot rooms, but overall comfort is rated highly, especially for larger groups and families.
The property is well-equipped, with a much-enjoyed pool and ample kitchen facilities. Some facilities, such as the tennis court and bathrooms, are noted as dated or in need of maintenance, and the shared pool rota surprised some guests. However, the overall offering is considered very good for the price.
There are no specific mentions of welcome gifts or extra thoughtful touches in the reviews, so a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
This spacious, characterful property with plenty of on-site facilities including a pool and tennis court, is great for that special family get-together..
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player, DVDs
Dining room.
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Single (3ft) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 4: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Single (3ft) Bed, (Accessed Via Bedroom 3)
Ensuite: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Large enclosed garden with patio and barbecue. Bike store. Private parking. Outdoor heated swimming pool (shared, open all day 15th May-20th September. Tennis court (shared). No smoking.. Shared, heated outdoor swimming pool and tennis court. In a rural setting close to a historic market town, this period farmhouse provides spacious holiday accommodation with many original features including beams, oak doors and floors. Offering excellent amenities onsite and nearby for sport, culture, touring and family fun. Swim and play tennis at the property, or walk along the brook to pubs and shopping in Newent. Locally, enjoy wine-tasting at the Three Choirs Vineyard, browsing at garden centres, golf and horse riding, explore the walking, cycling trails and family adventures in the Forest of Dean. Drive to Gloucester, 10 miles, to see the magnificent cathedral, historic docks, National Waterways Museum and Guildhall exhibitions, or try the dry ski slope near an 18-hole golf course. Wye Valley and the Welsh Border Country are easily accessible, as is Cheltenham with its races, picturesque Cotswolds towns, such as Stow-on-the-Wold and Burford, and many National Trust properties. Whether you picnic and play on the lawn or at Newent Lake or have a pool party BBQ near the poolside bar/summerhouse with sink and fridge, this is the perfect holiday destination at any time of year. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
Properties 29328 and 24517 can be booked together to accommodate up to 18guests.
Reviews (19)
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely, quiet location. Old property with character. Short drive to centre of town (we didn't walk it, but is very doable). Recommend the local pizzeria! House is rustic. If you're looking for a modern property, this is not for you, like others said there's some thread born rugs and bathrooms could use an update (unless you like pink suites!). Overall lovely place and I'd stay again. Thanks
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Julia Walsh
Fantastic old farmhouse, had a brilliant stay, has what you need. As previous reviews this house is in need of some TLC, furniture, carpets need replacing. The photos are very old, looks different, fully grown wisteria on the front of the house.
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Andrew Palmer
Lovely old building with lots of charm and character. Warm, cozy and masses of space. Amazing original architecture with old oak doors, massive fireplace. Period features galore. Parking for three vehicles and more. Easy to find and no problem with access etc. A few things that need to be addressed by the owner to make it perfect. Bedroom above the kitchen needs the flooring sorted. Noisy and some boards are loose under the rugs. Not dangerous, but needs to be done. Furniture needs to be replaced. All the mattresses are starting to show their age and could do with being replaced. Same with the sofas in the lounge. Old and worn out. Get some new ones. Chairs at the long dining table in the conservatory need to be replaced they are a bit wonky. The family bathroom at the top of the stairs needs a makeover. Very 1970s dusky pink. General upkeep needs some TLC. The paintwork and carpets are looking a bit shabby in places. In summary this is beautiful house in a great location. Very cozy, very quiet, very safe. It needs around £12000 spent to update the furniture and carpets... Then it would be near perfect. I would recommend this accommodation whole heartedly and would have no hesitation in booking again. We were a family group of 4 kids and 6 adults and it fitted our needs perfectly.