About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The Old School in Cinderford offers a cozy holiday home with two bedrooms and a bathroom. Guests can relax in the garden or stay connected with free WiFi. Modern Amenities: The property includes a fully equipped kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, and oven. Additional features include a washing machine, dining area, sofa, and TV. Local Attractions: Located 15 minutes from Palace Cinema, the holiday home is close to Westbury Court Garden (5 mi), Puzzlewood (6.2 mi), and Go Ape Tree Top Adventure-Forest of Dean (5.6 mi). Bristol Airport is 45 mi away.

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Sykes Cottages
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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

FREE parking!


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Patricia
United Kingdom United Kingdom
It was a great stay and a charger for our EV was the icing on the cake. A convenient location for the attractions in the area. Would highly recommend.
Stephanie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Compact, beautifully clean & so comfortable Owners were so very kind & accommodating & helped us when we needed extra help- very lovely people for which we are very grateful
Rachel
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The property was lovely, very clean and well quipped. It has been refurbished to a high standard.

Managed by Sykes Holiday Cottages

Company review score: 9Based on 98,308 reviews from 20785 properties
20785 managed properties

Company info

Sykes Holiday Cottages is an independent holiday cottage rental agency, with the finest selection of holidays across the UK and Ireland. Whether it’s a family-friendly holiday, a pet-friendly holiday or an activity and adventure-filled holiday, find your ideal UK break with Sykes Holiday Cottages. Our sister brands include Abersoch Quality Homes, Best of Suffolk, Carbis Bay Holidays, Character Cottages, Coast and Country Cottages, Coast and Country Holidays, Cornish Cottage Holidays, Dream Cottages, Heart of the Lakes, Helpful Holidays, Hideaways, Hogans Irish Cottages, John Bray, Lakes Cottage Holidays, Lake District Lodge Holidays, Lakelovers, Manor Cottages, Menai Holidays, Northumbria Coast & Country, Welsh Coast and Country Holidays and Yorkshire Coastal Cottages, and our family extends as far as Bachcare in New Zealand.

Property info

The living areas in this home consist of an open-plan kitchen, dining area and sitting area with an electric double oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and TV, and a utility with washing machine. The bedrooms consist of a double and a bunk room, serviced by a bathroom and a cloakroom. Outside there is a multi-level garden with lawn, furniture and bike storage, and designated parking for two cars. Two well-behaved dogs welcomed, but sorry, no smoking. WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen and towels are all included in the price. You'll find a shop and a pub in 0.1 miles. For a central base in the Gloucestershire countryside, book The Old School. Note: There are steps in the garden; please take care.

Neighborhood info

Ruspidge is a lovely little village situated in the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire. The village offers its guests a wonderful selection of amenities, with local shops, pubs, and a children's play area, it offers everything you could need for a self-catered stay, while nearby Cinderford boasts a wider selection. There are plenty of opportunities for outdoor activity within the local area, with the Lightmoor Pool (Royal Forest of Dean Angling Club) being just a short trip from the village, as well as Soudley Ponds being home to a a raft of ducks, making a lovely spot for a morning stroll. Situated between the River Severn and the Wye Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, you can expect to find a plethora of wonders just a stone's throw away; take a trip to the Clearwell Caves, a hidden world where you can learn of the iron ore mining, the main industry in the Forest of Dean, up close on a tour, or give beer pilates a go for an experience like no other! You will also find a good selection of sporting opportunities including archery, paddle boarding, scrambling and rock climbing just to name a few, or if you're seeking a more relaxed day out venture to the cathedral city of Gloucester; explore its history in the Blackfriars Priory site, Museum of Gloucester and the Jet Age Museum, or indulge in a day of retail therapy with plenty of shops to take your pick from. In easy reach, you can find Cheltenham too, home to Cheltenham Racecourse with its wonderful races and various events throughout the year, as well as the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty being just a scenic drive away too.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of The Old School

Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi

House rules

The Old School takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 10:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
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Cards accepted at this property
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

The fine print

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Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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