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8 Guests
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4 Bedrooms
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3 Bathrooms
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Pets No
Features
- Off road parking
- Garden / Patio
- Pub/shop < 1 mile
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
56 Customer Reviews
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"Absolutely perfect for our family gathering, fantastic facilities and comfort in the property."
First class all round.
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"Outstanding in every way"
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"The Old Sunday School is a truly wonderful property."
It has everything you could possibly need for a super holiday; comfortable beds, comfortable sofas, fully equipped kitchen, spacious bathrooms, the list is endless… Definitely worth another stay at some point in the future.
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"A lovely property, beautifully maintained and spotlessly clean."
Comfortable beds and a pleasure to use the very well equipped kitchen. Ideal centre for exploring the area which was totally new to us. A really enjoyable week.
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"A lovely house - ideal for big families and close to local attractions and walks."
Fantastic for a family celebration.
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"Beautifully presented abode with a luxurious feel providind excellent amenities."
Excellent base for local area and south Wales/Gloucestershire. Will definitely recommend to friends and family alike.
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"A beautiful property equipped extremely well."
We had a lovely stay whilst celebrating a big birthday. Would highly recommend this house.
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"Everything was fine except that the settees were quite uncomfortable due to them being too low ."
Found it awkward to t Stand up (probably due to my age )86
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"Well provided for."
House spacious and comfortable. Nothing was overlooked. Everyone enjoyed their stay. Located in a quite village but close to larger towns. Lots of trips out and about.
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"Lovely house, nice sofas and very well equipped."
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"Fabulous place to stay."
Will definitely be back. Thanks
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"Fantastic house, especially kitchen/ diner."
Local coffee shop is good and there is a Spar a couple of minutes away and a Co-Op 10 mins walk. The local pub doesn't serve food. The bike storage only holds 4 mtb's but may take 6 road bikes, it also isn't very secure, we backed our car against the door to prevent access.
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"The house is amazing and exactly how it looks in the pictures."
Very comfortable, spacious and would highly recommend
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"Very well equipped property and the three sofa’s in the lounge was brilliant for our party of six."
Clean and tidy throughout.
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"Property was as described and we all enjoyed our stay."
The group consisted of 4 mature ( elderly almost
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"Truly beautiful, extremely clean house."
We spent most of our time on the ground, which is perfect for everyone to socialise, relax and cook. House is furnished to high standards with a very clever floor layouts. Amazing forest walks are just minutes away with plenty of activities for everyone. I literally can't fault this house and will be returning again. Adam was available 24/7 to answer any questions we had and made our stay extra special. 6 out of 5 stars.
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"I spent 2 nights at the Old Sunday school with my 4 sisters to celebrate our Dad's 96th birthday."
He was overwhelmed and said he had never stayed anywhere so nice. It was more than we expected from the photographs; clean, spacious, light and airy, beautiful furnishings , well equipped and in a good location to discover the wider area. Adam was really helpful and we wouldn't hesitate to return for another stay.
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"Great house for a friends' reunion weekend!"
Spacious, really comfortable, very well equipped and really cool decor! Communication with Adam beforehand really easy, and he is very helpful ... nothing too much trouble. Would come back in a heartbeat!
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"We had a lovely stay at this excellent property."
Very well appointed with high quality fitments and fittings and the owner was very communicative and helpful. Definitely a 5 star rating
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"Beautiful property, so spacious and gorgeous interior."
Returned for a second time after a fantastic first stay 2 years ago. Beautiful views from the house and lots of lovely walks close by.
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"We had a phenomenal long weekend."
Adam had thought of everything and as last time, it’s better than a home from home.
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"We had a fabulous week at the Old Sunday School."
The space is great. Very well thought out for functionality and very attractive. It also felt homely with great wall art and books and lamps and nice bits scattered about. It was also really fantastic to have some basic cooking ingredients and a supply of tea and coffee, as well as other kitchen basics which are so helpful when self catering. In addition there were plenty of pots, pans and crockery etc. The TV and sound system plus wi-fi were also really appreciated. Upstairs.... the beds were very comfortable with plenty of space & fine bathrooms! All in all a great place to stay for a fabulous time away. Thank you so much Adam and Denise. We would like to return one day.
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"Everything was fabulous thank you."
Adam went out of his way to help when we sent a query to him.
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"A fabulous house."
..our 3rd visit! Great space, comfy beds, well equipped kitchen, brilliant location for access to the forest...what is there not to like! Definitely would recommend
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"We had a lovely time at The Old Sunday School."
Communication with Adam and Denise was excellent, always responding to our questions; before during and after our stay. We came to celebrate a 40th Birthday, the space was perfect for this, we were a party of 8: 6 adults and 2 children. We planned, cooked and ate delicious meals in the large and very well equipped kitchen. The house was super clean on arrival and we had everything we needed. We also had a food delivery which really helped start off our holiday. We visited loads of places nearby- puzzlewood, Clearwell Caves, Bathurst Lido, we also did a morning of canoeing on the river Wye which was wonderful. We also did walks locally. We had a great time and would recommend to large groups.
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"We had a great stay at the old Sunday school."
The house was in beautiful, clean, well equipped and located nearby a beautiful forest. We had friendly neighbours and very good contact with the owner. Definitely recommended!
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"I stayed at the Old Sunday School with a group of friends and we honestly couldn’t fault anything about the property and the service up until our stay."
The hosts were easy to communicate with from the outset and very accommodating of our requests throughout. They were in contact throughout our stay and followed all our requests. The property is beautiful and has everything you’ll need for a group. The open-plan living and kitchen area is what drew us to the property and it didn’t disappoint. The bedrooms were all great in size and space and furniture was all comfortable, with decoration done to a very high standard. Everything was clean and it had all the amenities we could have needed and more. Thank you very much for our stay. We would definitely choose to stay again if in the area.
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"The house was exactly as described with every facility we needed."
Very clean and comfortable. Easy to contact owners and prompt responses. Altogether an amazing place to stay
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"This was one of the best appointed and equipped cottages in which I have stayed."
We enjoyed it very much.
Thanks for your support . Property Owner
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"Beautiful house with lovely big bedrooms, exceptionally clean throughout and excellent communication with the owners."
Would definitely return.
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"What an amazing house this is."
We could not fault it in any way. The kitchen has everything and more than is needed with the dining area space as well giving ample space for 8 people to move around easily. The lounge was comfortable with extra touches of blankets if needed. All of the bedrooms and bathrooms were extremely comfortable and expertly decorated/furnished. The owner was very nice too, offering to let us in early and leave a little later. This house is just stunning and I wish I could live in it permanently. I would definitely go back. PS. Best pub for meal was Miners Arms. Again amazing food.
Thanks so much and glad you enjoyed it . Michael Property Owner
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"The standard of the property was great it was exactly what we required for our family break."
One disappointing part of the weekend was the lack of flexibility for a later check out than 10am on the last day. However, the biggest issue from the weekend was the departure procedure that was required either from the property owner or Sykes themselves. We are a clean and tidy family but the requirement to strip all the bedding, collect all the used towels, dispose of all the various recyclable materials into an outdoor facility (we’d already separated it into the correct receptacles within the property), clear out the main rubbish bin, etc. was all excessive. This was compounded by making sure this was all achieved by the afore mentioned 10am check out time. Is this kind of post-stay cleaning not a part of the rental price of the property? This would discourage me from using Sykes again.
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"The reason for marking down on cleanliness and maintenance is 1 ,windows ..."
The reason for marking down on cleanliness and maintenance is 1 ,windows needed cleaning 2 ,light bulb out in chandelier 3 ,in need of new kitchen pans 4 ,kitchen cupboards inside and out needed a good clean
I think you might be a little miffed that we couldn't give you the extra night you asked for, noted on the Chandelier, very hard to reach, need extra long ladders.. no issue in the house with cleanliness, the windows get cleaned consistently like the rest of the house.. Pots and Pans, noted we will have a look and ensure that any that are passed it are changed.. Property Owner
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"The Old Sunday School was a lovely place to stay."
The decor was beautiful, with a feeling of space, luxury and comfort. The beds were very comfortable, the kitchen well-equipped and the lounge area and smart TV very nice to have. Communication with the owners was helpful and well-managed and the information pack very helpful. We found the location ideal for visiting a lot of places and it was good to be in a village with access to local shops for essentials.
Thanks very much for the kind words Michael Property Owner
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"Stunning property with everything you need"
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"An excellent stay!"
We booked this for a family get together - there were 8 of us including 2 young children, and there was plenty of space for us all to live comfortably. The kitchen was very well equipped, including a big slow cooker. The beds were huge! Plenty to do nearby. 10/10, would definitely recommend.
Thanks very much , hope to see you again. Michael Property Owner
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"The house layout is great for socialising with friends and family and its been decorated and equipped to a really high standard ."
The kitchen was really well stocked with equipment and plenty of fridge space with 2 fridges as well as a wine fridge. The welcome gifts were a thoughtful gesture and went down well ! As a family with ages ranging from 20 months to 79 years this property suited us all and would definitely come back and recommend it to others.
Glad you enjoyed the place. Thanks for the feedback. Michael Property Owner
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"Adam was a stunning host."
He got in touch really early with information for our stay and was really responsive when I got back in touch with a question. The quality of the accommodation, location, facilities - (you name it) was superb. If you're considering staying at the Old Sunday School, just book it no matter what season and what the weather is likely to be!
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"We thoroughly enjoyed our week at The Old Sunday school."
It is a beautiful property, beautifully presented in a stunning part of the country. We found plenty to do within a short distance from the property. We have hired many holiday cottages over the years, but this one was by far the best kitted out in the kitchen, we lacked nothing. We definitely hope to stay there again in the future.
Thanks very much for the kind words Michael Property Owner
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"Fabulous house with so many lovely features."
We booked the stay as a surprise for our daughters 30th Birthday, and she was over the moon. Facilities were the best I have ever known in a rental property, beds very comfortable, very spacious, lots of information of places to visit
Glad you enjoyed your stay, come and see us again. Michael Property Owner
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"Terrific holiday let, excellent standard of fixtures and fittings, nice to see that non perishable food stuffs from previous occupants had been left for future use."
Great spot to explore the forest.
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"We had the best stay in Bream."
The house is beautiful and well equipped. Beds are super comfy!
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"Absolutely beautiful house."
pictures don’t show how big and spacious it actually is. Denise was lovely and very helpful. We hope to return
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"Beautifully furnished with very large comfortable beds & quality linen."
Great location for visiting the area. Very happy with our stay in this lovely house. The only downside was the the very poor reception of the channels on the TV. Despite appearing to have a large modern TV in the living room only the ITV channel was watchable.
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"Really enjoyed our stay here."
Had a really cosy atmosphere and felt like a home away from home. Would definitely recommend!
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"Brilliant location…and such a great property ."
.so good that this was our second visit! Loads to do nearby..cycling/walking/ trip on the river. We even went on a great wildlife safari in the early evening..fabulous..will return I’m sure.
Thanks Rob, really appreciate the feedback. Thanks for taking care of the place. Michael Property Owner
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"We had a fab time at the old Sunday school in Bream."
The house was a very high standard and was perfect to what we needed for a fun weekend away with friends.
Thanks Katie, Really appreciate the feedback and thanks for looking after the place. Michael Property Owner
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"This house is absolutely beautiful, it looks good on the pictures but even better in real life."
We had a great time here with family either staying in or going out for walks in the countryside. Communication from the host was top-notch as well!
Thanks Stuart, really appreciate the feedback. Michael Property Owner
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"The most perfect house for a get together in a great location."
Lovely Kitchen and entertainment space that is well equipped and beautifully decorated. All Bedrooms are a really good size, comfortable beds and again great finishes and deco that has been carefully thought through. The host is brilliant and super helpful. We had the best weekend away with friends and will definitely be booking again!
Thanks so much for the feedback, glad you enjoyed it. Property Owner
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"The property was amazing!"
!!, so well equiped, spacious, light, clean. Location great. The only problem we had was adjusting the heating, it was a tad warm in the bedrooms!
Thanks for the feedback Property Owner
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"Fantastic property in a very convenient location."
Thanks for the feedback Property Owner
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"The house was absolutely beautiful."
So well furnished and spotless.
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"A great property that is furnished to the highest quality."
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"Easy to navigate website, easy booking process & great communication."
Fantastic property, very high spec, comfortable and beautifully furnished.
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"Sykes themselves were difficult to contact, however The Old Sunday School exceeded our expectations."
Perfectly kitted out with every little detail attended to. Extremely clean, very well equipped kitchen, utility etc. Outdoor space, although compact had everything it needed, nice outdoor furniture, a gas BBQ and a large bike storage shed. The hosts were quick to attend to our queries and left a lovely welcome hamper. Bream itself had a Spar, a Co-op, a cafe, a pharmacy and a fish and chip shop. The pub didn't appear to be open during our stay. We can highly recommend the fish and chips! The house is a short driving distance from activities like woodland high wires, segway trails, arts and crafts, cycling and walking trails, a steam railway and numerous places to mess around on the water. Thanks for a brilliant holiday in superb accommodation.
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"The house was perfect and the description and listing did not do it justice!"
Amazingly well equipped, beautifully presented and in in a great location just a short drive to many attractions within the Forest of Dean
Summary
- Four bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size (zip/link, can be twins on request) with Smart TV and en-suite shower, basin and WC, 2 x super-king-size (zip/link, can be twins on request), 1 x double with en-suite shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
- Bathroom with freestanding bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
- Cloakroom with basin and WC
- Open-plan living space with kitchen,, dining and sitting area
- Utility
- Heating
- Ranger cooker and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, tumble dryer, 2 x Smart TV and WiFi
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Off-road parking for two cars
- Garden patio with furniture
- Secure bike storage
- Sorry, no pets and no smoking
- Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.3 miles.
The property
The Old Sunday School is a converted old chapel resting in the quiet village of Bream, just outside of Lydney and close to the enchanting Forest of Dean.
A truly unique retreat, this property has been converted to an exceptional standard, offering a fabulous base to call home while exploring the county of Gloucestershire.
Internally, the property boasts a wonderful mix of contemporary furnishings among original chapel features, giving you a real sense of character.
The open-plan living area is the focal point of the house; this modern space boasts contemporary colour schemes and useful fixtures guiding you through your stay.
Sit on the Victorian bar stools and keep the designated chef company whilst they get acquainted in the kitchen, finished in a luxurious blend of oak and navy units, among a selection of high-end appliances which are sure to inspire some home-cooking.
Serve home-cooked meals at the dining area, designed with a vaulted ceiling to upstairs, before tuning into the Smart TV, mounted onto a beautiful walnut unit.
Upstairs plays host to four beautiful bedrooms, each thoughtfully furnished to ensure luxurious sleeping quarters.
The master hosts a super-king-size bed with Smart TV, so you can continue your Netflix show to bed, along with a lavish walk-in wardrobe and en-suite shower room.
There are also two further super-king-size bedrooms, offering zip/link flexibility, followed by a double with en-suite bathroom.
Those bedrooms without en-suites can share the family bathroom, enhanced with a freestanding bath where you can soak after a day of exploring, while the stained glass window reminds you of the original building.
Carry the conversion outside to the patio area, offering a lovely setup for alfresco dining or a barbecue, while further seating can be found at the front.
The Forest of Dean is less than a ten minute drive, offering a host of adventures and exciting activities, making it a real haven for any outdoor enthusiasts.
After a day of activity, refuel with some pub grub and a well-earned pint in the village, or find the local shop and source the ingredients for sumptuous feast.
Head out of Bream and visit the market town of Ross-on-Wye, where you can take a stroll along the Wye Valley Walk and admire stunning vistas, or stop off at The Prospect viewpoint in St Mary’s Churchyard and similarly enjoy the natural scenes of Herefordshire.
The Old Sunday School offers a truly unforgettable escape, all-year-round.
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £450.
About the location
BREAM
Coleford 3 miles; Lydney 4 miles; Monmouth 8 miles; Ross-on-Wye 20 miles.
The pretty village of Bream offers magnificent views of the Royal Forest of Dean to the Cotswold Hills beyond. Clearwell with its ancient caves and eerie caverns and the village of St Briavels with its castle are also close by. The magnificent Royal Forest of Dean, England's largest oak forest, offers numerous trails that can be explored on foot, cycle or horseback. Caving, abseiling and a high wire rope course are for the more adventurous, whilst fishing, golf, kayaking and canoeing are other popular activities in this unspoilt area. Just a short drive away is the historic market town of Ross-on-Wye, with timbered Tudor houses, excellent shops, pubs and restaurants all in the heart of rural Herefordshire. This unspoilt area has something to offer all tastes at any time of the year.
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas