Jessamine Cottage
ID: S272767
- Bedrooms 1
- ・ Sleeps 2
- ・ Pets 1
Snaptrip says
Jessamine Cottage is a cosy and clean property in a peaceful and scenic location, ideal for walks and relaxation. Guests appreciate the thoughtful touches such as milk, biscuits, and dog treats, though some mention issues with parking and suggest updates to certain facilities.
Guests that stayed at this property said
The cottage is consistently described as clean and tidy, with several guests specifically noting its spotless condition. This suggests a high standard of cleanliness throughout the property.
The location is praised for its quietness, scenic surroundings, and proximity to local attractions and walking areas. However, parking difficulties slightly affect the score.
Guests find the cottage cosy and the beds comfortable, but some report issues with narrow beds and suggest improvements to heating and pillows, indicating room for enhancement in comfort.
Facilities are generally well-received, with a well-equipped kitchen and good-sized fridge/freezer. However, several reviews mention the need for maintenance on items like the cooker and shower, affecting the score.
Many guests mention and appreciate the thoughtful gestures such as provided biscuits, milk, and dog treats. It is noted, however, that such gifts are not guaranteed and may vary.
About this property
An enchanting, white-washed cottage, dating back to 1860, this characterful abode can be found resting in an idyllic position in Ruardean, on the outskirts of the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Jessamine Cottage is a beautiful stone-built holiday home, in the perfect position for a couple seeking a rural and romantic retreat in Gloucestershire. Enter into the charming living/dining room and settle down on the sofa as you surround yourself with the character of the room; boasting exposed stone walls and rustic beams, you can find evidence of the cottage's history around every corner. Once you've spent some time relaxing in front of the Smart TV step into the amply-equipped kitchen to prepare an evening snack, modest in size but with a good range of utensils and appliances, you'll be sure to whip up a romantic meal in no time. Enjoy your meal times at the dining table tucked beneath the wooden staircase, or head outside and dine alfresco as you watch the sunset over the countryside. Make your way upstairs and enjoy a relaxing soak in the bath before bed, the king-size bed conveniently doubling up as a twin on request, this snug spot offers a beautiful skylight window so you can watch the stars from the comfort of the covers. The local village is remote yet offers all you could need in terms of amenities including a Post Office with a village shop and a pub where you can enjoy a rewarding beverage after a day of rambling in the Forest of Dean. Enjoy everything the Forest of Dean has to offer such as Symonds Yat Rock, Puzzlewood, Clearwell Caves and the Forest of Dean Sculpture trail. The surrounding area is home to a fantastic range of facilities to suit all ages and tastes, with a plethora of watersporting opportunities from Canoeing, cycling and abseiling to wild swimming, to falconry experiences, gorge scrambling and so much more, not forgetting the plentiful walking and cycling routes and bridleways to explore. Head to Hereford to discover its rich history, with attractions such as its 7th century cathedral, chained library popular for its feature in Game of Thrones, Black and White House Museum, Cider Museum and so much more! Visit Gloucester with its picturesque docks, scatter of museums and good selection of eateries, or spend a day unwinding from the comfort of Jessamine Cottage.
Ruardean is a charming village sitting on the northern edge of the Royal Forest of Dean, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with plenty of wonders awaiting to be discovered. The amenities of both a Post Office with a shop and a pub, while in the surrounding area you can find plenty of adventure including activities such as walking, biking and horse riding, as well as the more adventurous fishing, kayaking canoeing and much more. In reach of Gloucester, Herefordshire and Ross-on-Wye too, there's plenty to explore around Ruardean.
Accommodation
One king-size bedroom (zip/link, can be twin on request).
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Kitchen.
Living/dining room
Electric central heating.
Electric double oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, Smart TV and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair available on request.
Roadside parking for two cars on a first-come, first-served basis.
Front gravelled area with furniture.
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.1 miles.
Note: Check-in is on a Friday or Monday.
Nearby points of interest
- Taurus Crafts
Reviews (26)
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Rose
And the bath was slippery when taking a shower. No none slip bath mat.
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Andre
It has very close access to a public footpath. This takes you into farm fields and pleasant run around for your dog first thing in the morning. Though there is no dedicated parking with the property, you are able to unload outside the cottage, and move your car to a good space in the lane 25m away.
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Eric
The only problem being Monday nights when blocking access to bin lorries leads to noone getting their rubbish removed (nice lady advised us and suggested where we could park). Generally comfortable cottage with all the facilities most people would need.