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Church Farm Cottage Staunton

Staunton, near Coleford, Gloucestershire
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Romantic
Luxury
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Decorated for Christmas
Pub nearby
Country houses
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At a glance

  • A great base for walking in both the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley
  • Set in An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
  • Within easy reach of the Black Mountains and Welsh Borders

 

Property code: OC-56076

This gorgeous Grade II-listed attached cottage, in the picture-postcard village of Staunton, has been featured in 25 Beautiful Homes magazine. It sleeps four guests over two bedrooms and welcomes up to two doggie friends. Located just 2 miles from the quaint market town of Coleford, this charming property is perfect for a romantic getaway or family break—and with two enclosed gardens to explore, you know that your pups will just love it.

Step inside this exceptionally pretty cottage and you’ll discover a property that’s simply overflowing with style and character. Original features, such as the exposed beams and cosy fireplace, blend effortlessly with modern day comforts. Boutique design touches, like the claw-foot bath and four-poster bed, add a touch of class. The welcoming kitchen opens onto the dining area that offers garden views. After dinner, head to the cosy lounge and open up the French doors so that your four-legged friends can potter around in the enclosed private courtyard. If it’s a little too chilly, you can relax with your loved ones as your hounds snooze happily in front of the inviting wood burner. Alternatively, you can head to the dog-friendly local pub which is a pleasant 5 minute stroll away.

Located in the Forest of Dean, this property is in an excellent location for popping a leash on your furry friend and going on some rewarding walks in the Wye Valley (8 miles). Further afield, set out for a day trip to the UNESCO World Heritage spa city of Bath (45 miles), where you can soak up the stunning Georgian architecture and visit the famous Roman Baths.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 double, four-poster bed, 1 double bed
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 bathroom with claw-foot bath and WC, 1 en-suite shower room with WC
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs is free and additional nets can be purchased for £7)
  • Smart TV/DVD with BT Youview box
  • 2 gardens with outdoor seating
  • Off-road parking for 2 cars
  • Pub 5 minute walk, shop 2 miles
  • Sleeps 4 + 2 (additional day bed)
  • The cottage is a centuries old listed building which has evolved over time.  It has feature such as steep and shallow stairs, a high four poster bed and lower headroom clearance at the bottom of both stairs which means it may not be suitable for the less mobile, those with disabilities and vulnerable people
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Harriet Devonald

This property is personally managed by Harriet.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 41 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Mrs. Sheila Bulmer & 25th May 2026

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We had a lovely holiday at Church Farm Cottage, the cottage is really nice, clean, comfortable and in a good location for visiting places. Fresh flowers and homemade brownies were such a treat.

Reviewed by L 20th May 2026

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A cottage to die for! Comfortable, spacious, well-equipped and in an excellent location.

Reviewed by Colin 10th May 2026

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Wonderful old cottage with so many original features in a wonderful area

Reviewed by Susan 7th May 2026

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We had a wonderful relaxing holiday in this beautiful cottage. The cottage was very comfortable and beautifully furnished with many interesting and quirky features. The welcome brownies were a lovely touch especially served with tea on the pretty China plates provided! The garden was ideal for sitting out in the evening with a glsss of wine. We parRead moreticularly enjoyed the many and varied walks from the cottage door especially the one up to Staunton meend and the buckstone. The bluebells on the meend were an incredible sight to behold. We also enjoyed the stunning views and woodland walks at Symonds yat and the pizza and gelato from the cafe there. Birdwatching at Nagshead was another highlight and it was very easy to visit the pretty little towns of Monmouth and Ross on wye, as well as go ape at mallards pike. All in all a very peaceful and enjoyable holiday. Thank you. Hide

Reviewed by Ed 19th April 2026

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Beautifully presented, characterful, well equipped and cosy property with excellent walks on the doorstep, as well as being in proximity to Forest of Dean highlights and walks slightly further afield. Also a lovely pub with excellent food a 5 mins walk away is a huge bonus! Very helpful and friendly owners also. Highly recommended property!

Reviewed by Ian 7th April 2026

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Reviewed by Veronica 21st February 2026

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A beautiful cottage with everything you need for a break!. A little road noise but only distinct to us as we live well off the road back home. Would revisit again for sure, so close to the lovely town of Monmouth and various places to visit. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay there

Reviewed by Nicola 16th February 2026

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We had an absolutely brilliant stay, the Cottage was perfect; so homely, cosy, very clean & in a fantastic spot. The brownies were a very welcome surprise along with a warm & welcoming note from the owners. All of the information that was available in the folders was extremely helpful & assisted our stay as we wanted to do lots of walking straight Read morefrom the door. Having a fire each night using the available wood in the log store made life very easy too. Will definitely be back! Hide

Reviewed by Susan 2nd February 2026

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The cottage is lovely. It is beautifully decorated, well equipped and very comfortable. Unfortunately, there were quite a lot of dead flies/ ants in a couple of places when we arrived but this didnt spoil our enjoyment of the cottage. The bath is small so unsuitable for tall people but there is a shower on the top floor. It is close to quite a busyRead more road but very convenient for accessing the Wye Valley and the Black Mountains. Hide

Reviewed by Seonaid 3rd January 2026

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I can't recommend this cottage enough! It's cosy, quirky, comfortable, warm and well-equipped, with plenty of everything you might need to cook a full meal. The wood burner was so welcome to come back to after snowy walks, and the four poster bed was very comfortable - it's high though, so the steps provided were beneficial! Our hosts were great, lRead moreeaving us to our own devices but chatty when we encountered them, and Nicky's welcome brownies are delicious! Hide

Reviewed by Ian 30th December 2025

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Fabulous cottage! Decorated to a high, tasteful standard. Nicky, the host was very responsive and provided everything we needed and more. Every detail was thought about: maps of local walks from the front door: dog bowels and towels for dirty paws; provision of additional logs to purchase for the log burner. We would love to return in the summer toRead more enjoy the fabulous outdoor spaces once again. Hide

Reviewed by Megan 27th December 2025

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Lovely, cosy, characterful cottage with so much attention to detail. We (family of four) loved sprawling on the deep sofa in front of a log fire (very generously stocked firewood too). It felt very peaceful in mid winter.

Reviewed by Terence 20th December 2025

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Not detached. Small garden at front, small courtyard at back. Small fridge, even for 2 people. TV package basic. Stairs to top floor very very steep. En-suite very small.
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Reviewed by Lindy 6th December 2025

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A delightful cottage settled nicely by the church and within walking distance of the pub. Thick walls of this ancient building keep it cosy and warm, especially supplemented by the wood burner. Well furnished and comfortable. The four poster bed in the first floor bedroom is stunning but those with restricted height may need the steps provided. StaRead moreirs to the top floor were a bit of a challenge as they are quite steep. The shower room is on the top floor which we used. A very relaxing stay. Hide

Reviewed by Julie 22nd November 2025

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A definite 5 stars all round. The cottage was everything we wanted for a quiet week away from home. It was warm, cosy, very well equipped and with some very welcome added touches such as the delicious welcome brownies and beautifully decorated for Christmas, including a real tree. We loved the four poster bed and reading about its history. LocationRead more was good for walks to nearby and further afield pubs, all serving excellent meals. Hide

Reviewed by Carol 8th November 2025

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A beautiful cosy cottage. We felt very welcome there and it was perfect. Everything your needs for your stay. The rooms are very spacious. On arrival there was a hand written note, home made brownies and milk in the fridge. A perfect location for Puzzlewood, Symonds Yat, forest and river walk and many more activities. The local pub is a 6 minute waRead morelk away. We are definitely going back, and I would highly recommend this cottage. Hide

Reviewed by Sarah 1st November 2025

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Absolutely beautiful cottage, which looks exactly like the photos. Comfy lounge with lots of wood for the fire, well stocked kitchen and comfy beds. Steep stairs for the top room, but not an issue for us. The owners left us full instructions, plus lots of extra information about the area. Nicky also left us some brownies, which were heavenly!! WalkRead moreable to the nearest pub (literally 5 minutes) which we would recommend as the food was fantastic! Book early as it was busy. Hide

Reviewed by Gordon 18th October 2025

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Church Farm Cottage was perfect for 4 adults and a dog. Beautiful location with lovely countryside walks straight from the door. The cottage was cosy with lovely facilities, everything we needed to cook each night. We will certainly want to come back here again

Reviewed by Tamsin 9th October 2025

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Beautiful cottage in a lovely location. Its close enough to Cotswolds to go for some day trips in hot spot areas but also right by Forest of Dean for walks with dogs. Its a well equipped and very comfy and cosy home from home. We will definitely be back in future!!

Reviewed by Victoria 9th August 2025

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Lovely setting, lovely home , lovely owners ,lovely holiday, lovely area with lots to do,everything we had hoped for and more

Reviewed by David 5th July 2025

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Lovely character cottage in in an excellent location. Lots of interesting walks available from the door and within easy reach of many attractions. Well thought out & perfect for dogs as the two gardens are properly enclosed. Only negative is that there is a bit of traffic noise in the front garden during the day.

Reviewed by Wendy 28th June 2025

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Lovely quirky cottage, decor in keeping with property. Very well equipped. Good base for exploring the area.

Reviewed by Kathleen 21st June 2025

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The cottage is charming and full of historical character; whilst offering the guests all the modern comforts to ensure a comfortable and relaxing break. The owners have provided everything you could possibly need; including welcome files brimming with information about the local area. We thoroughly enjoyed exploring towns steeped in history, forestRead more walks, caves, craft centres and much more - all within a short driving distance. It's definitely an area we would love to come back to. Thank you! Hide

Reviewed by James 14th June 2025

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For dog owners, a big plus was the enclosed front and rear gardens. Also, the fact that we could walk to a lovely woodland area without having to drive. We didn't fancy the 200 year old four poster bed on the first floor. The stairs to the other bed room (which had lovely views of the countryside) were very steep for seventy + aged guests.

Reviewed by Neil 7th June 2025

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Beautiful and clean in a lovely location . Very tastefully furnished . Felt very much at home. Both front and back gardens were enclosed and a perfect spot for a drink . Reading a book with a cuppa and looking at the ancient church tower over the hedge was so relaxing . All instructions very clear . Owners on hand for any problems. Nice walks straiRead moreght from the door ( infact one if the walks n the OS book of hikes can start from the cottage front garden) The few neighbours were very friendly . Hide

Reviewed by Nerys 10th May 2025

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This cottage doesn't disappoint. We had a wonderful, relaxing week and the cottage met (and exceeded) all our needs. Owners had thought of everything including nice little additions catering for a dog. Will definitely go back and the pub in the village does amazing food.

Reviewed by Christine 3rd May 2025

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Reviewed by Elizabeth 5th April 2025

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5th April 2025 Great holiday . Great location on the edge of the Forest of Dean brilliant for Mountain Biking and walking . Cottage is charming rustic and characterful , owners Nicky and David live next door and are on hand if you need them but not intrusive at all . Our Spaniels loved it . Lovely home made brownies on arrival , a village location Read morewith pub close by and a very informative folder for your information on places to visit which make it so easy to plan days out . would revisit again Hide

Reviewed by Andrea 28th March 2025

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Beautiful cottage, full of history & interest. The location is amazing, with a good choice of walks to suit all abilities. This was our 2nd visit & we're already planning number 3.

Reviewed by Jacky 8th March 2025

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Reviewed by Robert 1st March 2025

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The cottage was just right and we had no complaints. The decor was lovely and a it was obvious a huge amount of care had gone into the furnishings. We recommend it to anyone wanting relax and unwind.

Reviewed by Sandra 25th January 2025

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Reviewed by Keith 18th January 2025

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Very comfortable well equipped property. Ideal for walking direct from cottage or driving a short distance for more walking opportunities.

Reviewed by Nicola 24th December 2024

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Picture perfect cottage set in the wye valley, minutes from walks, a local pub and stunning views. From the moment we arrived, it felt so homely and cosy, ideal for our Christmas break. The cottage has been tastefully decorated in keeping with its original character. It was stocked with most things you need to cook, clean, relax. The owners are helRead morepful, responsive and friendly. We honestly couldn't have asked for more. It made our Christmas get away just perfect. Thank you. Hide

Reviewed by Jill 15th November 2024

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Reviewed by Mary 26th October 2024

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The cottage was beautifully presented. Straight out of the pages of Country Living magazine, with beautiful Heritage type colours, soft furnishings in classic prints, and many in keeping Vintage items scattered throughout. Very comfortable beds, a charming slipper bath, and extra touches for comfort like the beautiful eiderdowns echoes of a bygoneRead more era.. It was also very well equipped with kitchen equipment, and all the necessary appliances to make the holiday relaxing. PERFECT! Hide

Reviewed by Mark 19th October 2024

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A very nice period cottage with modern touches for todays lifestyle. Location is great with walks from the door or under 30 drive. All available in the owners info file, one of the best I've ever seen.

Reviewed by Debra 5th October 2024

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A very welcoming cottage in a great location for touring the area. Cottage was clean and well equipped. Recommend the local pub about a 5-10 minute walk away. Food is expertly prepared and reasonably priced. The Sunday lunch is first class

Reviewed by Clare 9th August 2024

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Beautiful cottage in a fabulous part of the world Close to the pretty town of monmouth amidst the outstanding firest of dean Perfect for walking shopping canooing just down the road at symonds yat ( what a day ) Owners on hand if needed anything but stayed a respectful distance so as not to be intrusive A wonderful holiday

Reviewed by Victor 26th July 2024

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Lovely cottage in a beautiful location. Very comfortable and homely. Lots of walks close by. And a short drive away. Cottage was great for the dogs. A nice touch was the brownies we found on arrival.they tasted fab. Lots of information on places to visit. Also about the History of the cottage. The meals at the white Horse 5 mins walk away are greatRead more. Hide

Reviewed by Julie 5th July 2024

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