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4 Guests
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2 Bedrooms
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2 Bathrooms
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Pets No
Features
- Off road parking
- Ground floor accommodation
- Ground floor bedroom
- Garden / Patio
- Pub/shop < 1 mile
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
6 Customer Reviews
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"Will definitely be coming back."
We wanted a base for a few days cycling in the Forest of Dean. The fountain lodge was just perfect. 6 min drive to the FOD cycle centre. Lockable and alarmed shed with bolted down anchors to lock your bikes to. Enough room for 3 to 4 bikes in the shed. The shed even had a light and 240v socket so you can charge your e-bike. The lodge was spotlessly clean and equipped with everything you need. Reserved car parking for 2 cars right next to the lodge. Situated on the same site as the fountain inn which I highly recommend. We had a takeaway from the fountain inn one night and ate at the inn another evening. All our food was lovely. And they also serve a good selection of proper ale. All in all it was perfect. 10/10.
Thank you so much for the lovely feedback, so glad you enjoyed your stay and enjoyed your visit to our pub next door too. Hope to see you again Michelle Property Owner
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"Lovely cottage in a beautiful location."
Well equipped for a comfortable stay all year round. Great pub next door for eating out or enjoying the local ale.
Thank you so much for the lovely feedback, so glad you enjoyed your stay and your visit to our pub next door too. Hope to see you again Michelle Property Owner
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"Lovely modern well furnished and comfortable place to stay."
Good place to travel around the Forest of Dean. Plenty of places to see and things to do. We enjoyed a lovely meal in the Fountain Inn on one evening.
Thank you so much for the lovely feedback, so glad you enjoyed your stay and your meal at our pub next door too. Property Owner
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"Property was great."
Pub right next door, serving excellent food. Village shop very well stocked. Michelle and Allan very welcoming. We are booking again for next year. Thank you Michelle and Allan for a great night, ( Harvest festival).
Thank you so much for the lovely review and the really helpful feedback too, so lovely to meet you both. Glad you had a good time and look forward to seeing you next year. Have a great Christmas Michelle and Alan Property Owner
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"Sink too small in bathroom"
Hi John, thank you for your feedback, one of our previous guests mentioned that the bathroom sinks were too small and we have new ones ready to install as soon as we get a sufficient gap in our reservations. Thank you for taking the time to give us a review and hope it didn’t spoil your enjoyment. Property Owner
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"Beautiful holiday cottage."
Great location. Facilities very good. Only criticism no shower mat, went and bought one. Would highly recommend.
So glad you enjoyed your visit and thank you so much for the great feedback too, shower mats are in my shopping list ! Hope to see you again. Michelle & Alan Property Owner
Summary
- Single-storey
- Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC
- Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
- Electric central heating
- Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, air-fryer, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher., tumble dryer
- Smart TV and WiFi
- Hairdryers in bedrooms
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Two allocated parking spaces in nearby car park
- Enclosed patio with furniture and storage shed
- Sorry, no pets and no smoking
- Shop and pub 0.1 mile
- Note: Bikes are left in storage at own risk; please bring own locks to secure equipment
The property
The Fountain Lodge is a contemporary retreat nestled in the Forest of Dean, close to the amenities of Parkend, Gloucestershire.
Perfect for families or friends, this delightful lodge offers two reserved parking spaces in the nearby pub car park, views of the babbling stream, and en-suite bedrooms, ensuring a convenient and memorable countryside escape.
Upon entering, you will be greeted by a spacious open-plan area, thoughtfully designed to cater to all your needs.
The kitchen utility is well-equipped with a washing machine, tumble dryer, iron and ironing board, ensuring you can keep on top of your laundry during your stay.
The dining room, with a table for four, is perfect for enjoying home-cooked meals, while the sitting room, complete with a Smart TV, provides a warm and inviting space for unwinding after a day of exploration.
The property boasts two well-presented bedrooms, each with their own en-suite facilities; the double bedroom, complete with a walk-in shower, basin and WC, offers a tranquil space to rest, while the twin bedroom, also with a walk-in shower, basin and WC, is ideal for children or friends sharing.
Step outside to the enclosed patio, where you can enjoy a morning coffee or an evening drink, surrounded by the peaceful sounds of the countryside.
The patio also features a storage shed, providing additional space for any outdoor equipment you may have brought with you.
The Fountain Lodge really has everything you need for a self-catering stay in Gloucestershire, with the award-winning Fountain Inn pub adjoining and an abundance of walking and cycling trails and plenty of opportunities for bird watching at the RSPB Nagshead and simply exploring the beauty of the Forest of Dean.
The village of Parkend is also home to another pub, a village shop with a quaint café and bike hire, while just a short walk away is the Parkend Station Steam Railway, a lovely place to visit for any history lovers.
Enjoy outings at the Yat Rock, a renowned viewpoint delivering panoramic vistas of the River Wye, or step back in time as you explore King Arthur's Cave, home to Ice Age remains.
Channel your competitive spirit as you crack The aMazing Hedge Puzzle or if you are eager to explore further afield, take a trip to Gloucester, where you will find the beautiful Gloucester Cathedral, showcasing stunning architecture, and the National Waterways Museum Gloucester, housing interesting exhibits about Britain's waterways.
Wander around the serene Blackfriars Priory or relax at the Armscroft Park, finishing off a delightful day out.
By choosing a stay at The Fountain Lodge, you guarantee a memorable trip packed with a myriad of attractions at your fingertips.
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.
About the location
PARKEND
Monmouth 11 miles; Ross-on-Wye 12.3 miles; Symonds Yat 12.7 miles.
The thriving village of Parkend, at the foot of the Cannop Valley, lies at the southern end of the Royal Forest of Dean and offers two lovely pubs, a store, Post Office and a 19th century railway station, part of the Dean Forest Railway. The RSPB Nagshead Reserve is home to many rare woodland birds and offers interesting events for all ages throughout the year. The magnificent Royal Forest of Dean, England's largest oak forest and an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, boasts numerous trails that can be explored on foot, by bike or on 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. The eerie caverns and ancient caves of Clearwell are close by, as are the Gloucestershire Way and Offa's Dyke Path. Close by, Symonds Yat boasts natural scenery and straddles the beautiful River Wye with its magnificent limestone 'rock', popular with climbers, and well-known for its viewpoint. Visit the historic town of Monmouth with its mixture of elegant Georgian mansions and Victorian courtyards, or the lovely town of Ross-on-Wye with its timbered Tudor houses and delightful riverside walks, both offering excellent shops, pubs and restaurants. The unspoilt Malvern Hills, Brecon Beacon National Park and Black Mountains, as well as lovely Cotswold towns and villages are just a little further afield.
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas