The Hickory - a joint property with 2 hot tubs, Forest of Dean
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Set amongst woodland in a beautiful part of the country, The Hickory is a countryside retreat for large groups. While being in a secluded position you are also just a short walk from the nearest village. You can choose to spend your days exploring the rugged countryside at Symonds Yat in the Wye Valley, get adventurous in the Forest of Dean with a range of active experiences or head to Regency Cheltenham and Bath. The larger of the two properties, Lodge Barn is an impressive barn conversion with a wealth of living and sleeping space. Sleeping 18 it will be the hub for your stay here with a large kitchen/diner and games room. Deer Park Farmhouse is perfect for smaller families or couples in your group who would like their own space. Each house has its own unique features including a luxurious roll top bath, exposed wooden beams and wood-burning stoves. The Hickory has large, enclosed gardens and two six-seater hot tubs (additional fee applies) so you can spend time outdoors enjoying the views. Play garden games with the children and family dogs during the day and the adults can relax with evening drinks on the terrace. *Please make yourself aware of the hot tub rules and hours of use. An additional fee applies, and it must be requested at the time of booking. *Dogs: 6 well-behaved dogs are welcome at the cottage at an additional cost each (2 at Deer Park Farmhouse and 4 at Lodge Barn). Please let us know if you will be bringing a dog and we will then revise your booking confirmation. The pet fee is NOT included in your booking fee. A request for an additional fee per pet will be sent to you after you have placed your booking. Your pet fee must be paid for before your arrival date. Lodge Barn Ground Floor Entrance Hall: The front door leads into an entrance hall with space to hang coats and leave shoes. Utility Room: Off the entrance hall, this handy room is where you'll find a washing machine and tumble dryer plus ironing facilities. There is also a wine fridge, freeing up space in the main kitchen fridge. To the rear is a ground-floor cloakroom with a WC and hand basin. Living Room: This impressively spacious room is filled with character featuring exposed stone walls, wooden floors and a large wood-burning stove that takes centre stage. There's plenty of seating with a large corner sofa and a comfy three-seater sofa, plus occasional chairs. Spend cosy evenings by the fire, enjoy a movie night on the Smart TV or during the summer months, throw open the doors to the garden and let the outside in. For those who enjoy a board game or two, there's a selection in the wooden sideboard. Kitchen/Diner: Warmed by the large AGA and underfloor heating, this generous room is welcoming and sociable and well-equipped for large gatherings. Exposed stone walls and wooden floors give a traditional country feel and add plenty of character. The two long tables can be placed together or separately, seating up to 18 guests comfortably, there are two dishwashers, plenty of crockery and glasses, and in addition to the AGA, there is a range-style cooker so cooking up a feast is a breeze. The central island ensures there is ample preparation space. Doors to the rear courtyard (four steps down) and to the front ensure you can let plenty of fresh air in. External Games Room: Go down the four steps from the back kitchen door and cross the courtyard to the former stables, which are now an external games room. Inside you'll find a small pool table, ideal for younger guests, along with table tennis and a magnetic dartboard. There's also a selection of outdoor games too. At the far end is a bathroom with two toilet cubicles. Please note this external room is not heated. Snooker Room: The vaulted ceiling and original beams give a timeless and characterful air to this expansive and elegantly furnished room. At one end there is a six-seater corner sofa and a large Smart TV and a DVD player (please bring your own DVDs). At the other end is a full-size snooker table and a traditional scoreboard. Balls, cues, and rest are provided, we ask that you please do not let children play on the table. From the snooker room, there are doors into a wing of the barn which houses the five ground-floor bedrooms. Each of these bedrooms has an en-suite shower room with a step-in shower cubicle, WC, hand basin, mirror, and shaver point. Bedroom One: Decorated in calming shades of grey and white this king-size bedroom looks out over the front of the barn. It's a spacious and peaceful room and storage comes in the form of a large antique chest of drawers. There are also bedside tables with reading lamps. Bedroom Two: This second king-size room is a spacious place to retreat to after a day of exploring and offers peaceful views over the rear garden. There are bedside tables with reading lamps on either side of the bed, a single wardrobe, and an antique chest of drawers. Bedroom Three: Bedroom three is a king-size room