Snaptrip says
Happy Cow Cottage in Coleford is consistently praised for its cleanliness, cosy comfort, and excellent location near Symonds Yat Rock. Guests appreciate the thoughtful welcome packs, secure garden for pets, and the cottage's character. While some mention road noise, the overall experience is highly regarded, with many expressing a desire to return.
Guests that stayed at this property said
Reviews frequently commend the cottage's cleanliness, noting it is maintained to a high standard. The property is described as immaculate, with guests feeling comfortable during their stay.
The location is celebrated for its proximity to Yat Rock and the Forest of Dean, ideal for walks and photography. However, some guests note the nearby road can be noisy and challenging, slightly impacting the score.
Guests find the cottage cosy and comfortable, with a warm atmosphere and secure outdoor space for pets. The provision of earplugs for potential road noise and the presence of a log burner add to the comfort level.
The cottage is well-furnished with efficient kitchen facilities and strong WiFi. Some guests mention the weak signal for mobile phones, but this is offset by the otherwise comprehensive amenities.
The hosts are praised for their thoughtfulness, particularly regarding welcome packs with local treats and dog amenities. While these gifts are highly appreciated, it is noted that such personal touches, though common, are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
A lovely, detached cottage, brimming with character, located close to the Symond Yat Rock and the River Wye. Situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this cottage offers many lovely walks and cycle rides from the doorstep across beautiful Herefordshire countryside. With off-road parking. The Cottage is located on a narrow country road and, while not a main road, it is well used therefore there will be some traffic noise heard, this is the ideal base for a family or group of friends looking to explore a beautiful part of England. The cottage boasts many original features, with wall and ceiling beams and exposed stone walls. The ground floor boasts a sitting room with a woodburning stove, taking the chill off those cold wintry evenings. The dining area is within the lounge, so ideal for catching up with friends over dinner. The well-equipped kitchen is just next door. There is a ground floor bedroom is a a set of twin single beds. Make your way upstairs to a lovely double bedroom with a separate WC. Outside, you can relax in the front courtyard area, enjoy alfresco dining on a summer's evening or take a walk into Symonds Yat and explore Yat Rock. Why not take a short drive to Ross-on-Wye and try out one of the many lovely pubs and restaurants in the town. Choose this quality getaway nestled in the stunning Wye Valley.
Symonds Yat straddles the River Wye with its natural scenery and limestone 'rock', popular with climbers and is internationally renowned for its viewpoint. This is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering numerous trails that can be explored on foot, bicycle or 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. Monmouth with its mixture of Georgian mansions and Victorian courtyards, or Ross-on-Wye with its timbered Tudor houses and riverside walks, both offer shops, pubs and restaurants.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x ground floor twin, 1 x 1st floor gallery king-size double with en-suite basin and WC.
Shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Living room with dining area and woodburning stove.
Central heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher,.
TV, DVD, Radio, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 1 car.
Court yard area with furniture.
One well-behaved pet allowed.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 2.2 miles, pub 1 mile.
Note: This property only accepts children over the age of 5.
Welcome pack provided for stays of 3 or more nights'
Nearby points of interest
- Taurus Crafts
Reviews (63)
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Andy
Directions were easy to follow. Pretty little cottage in an idyllic setting close to Symonds Yat Rock and its spectacular views of the Wye Gorge and beyond to South Herefordshire
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Lorraine Susanne
The welcome pack was over and above expectations too. Would definitely return un the future.
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Chris
Lovely welcome pack from Nikki and Paul, much appreciated. Great location for exploring the area. The road noise which gets frequent mentions in previous reviews was not a problem for us, there is really very little traffic at night and not a great deal during the day. Parking is fine for one car although sometimes we saw that vehicles meeting on the road outside did try and use the parking area as a passing space so our car needed to be tucked in close to the wall. It should be mentioned that there is no door to the double bedroom upstairs so it is not completely private and, for a person that goes to bed early, conversations and TV etc downstairs would be audible. The easy solution is for that person to use the downstairs bedroom. Overall, very happy with the Happy Cow and we'd be very happy to come again.