Guests say
The Garden House is a charming and peaceful retreat, praised for its serene location and friendly hosts. Guests have enjoyed the beautiful surroundings, cosy atmosphere, and thoughtful touches like a welcome pack. While some noted ongoing building work and a lack of Wi-Fi, the overall experience is one of relaxation and comfort amidst nature.
Guests have described the cabin as clean and cosy, indicating a high level of cleanliness. There are no specific complaints about cleanliness, suggesting that it meets expectations for most visitors.
The location is appreciated for its quietness, beauty, and proximity to nature, particularly the ancient woodlands. However, some guests found it a bit isolated and noted the lack of mobile signal, which impacted the score slightly.
The property is generally considered comfortable, with mentions of comfy beds and a home-like feel. However, some guests experienced issues with the bathroom layout and the laminate flooring, which affected the comfort level for those particular visitors.
There are mixed reviews regarding facilities and maintenance. Guests have mentioned the need for renovations and the presence of a building site, but there is not enough information to accurately score the overall state of facilities and maintenance.
The hosts are frequently commended for their thoughtfulness, including welcome packs with essentials. While these gestures are highly appreciated, it is important to note that such personal touches, although delightful, are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Explore Monmouth, the Wye Valley and the Forest of Dean from this lodge or simply relax in the large shared garden.. 4 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: 21" Freeview TV, Sofa Bed (Single)
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Single (3ft) Bed
Wet Room: Shower, Toilet.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Welcome pack.. Patio with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Lawned garden with patio, garden furniture, summerhouse and BBQ (shared with other property on-site). ¾-acre natural un-spoilt grounds (shared with owner and other property on-site). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. This lovely detached lodge is sat within the owner’s grounds overlooking the open countryside and has a large, shared lawned area to the front and a field next to it which has a couple of horses in. The lodge has two bedrooms, one double and one single, as well as a sofa bed in the living room, and the kitchen has all the appliances you could need.
There are masses of things to see and do in this area, you can walk from the property down to the River Wye through the Wye Valley and on to Symonds Yat. Monmouth itself is steeped in history and has an abundance of activities. Visit Monmouth Castle and Military Museum or Shire Hall, and after all that walking and exploring visit one of the many cafés or restaurants in the town.
Tintern Abbey is 7 miles from the property and makes for a fantastic day out. Goodrich Castle is another to visit and is just 6 miles away. The Forest of Dean is approximately 10 miles from the lodge, here you can visit Clearwell Caves which are over 4500 years old and there are nine caverns to explore. Puzzlewood is a great day out for adults and kids alike.
Whatever or wherever you decide to go on this holiday, The Garden House is the perfect place to come back to and relax. There is a lovely summerhouse in the garden where you can sit with a glass of something and watch the sunset. Shop, pub and restaurant 6 miles.
The Garden House can be booked together with Red Lodge (ref UK10988) to accommodate up to 6 guests.
For both properties: Ther gardens and grounds are shared.
There are steps to the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (13)
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Jean-Paul
Great hosts and location , would recommend.
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Tracey Sutton
We had a lovely quiet, relaxing stay, beautiful surroundings and lots of lovely walks to enjoy, owners were incredibly friendly and helpful, would highly recommend for those that enjoy a nice quiet break
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Cassandra
Absolutely loved our stay. A definite home from home and made to feel welcome. Also, a lovely welcome pack of esentials left. Very peaceful and would highly recommend.