Family-friendly vacation rentals in Forest of Dean District

Really nice place, cabin had everything we needed. Definitely want to go back!

A beautifully set up and self contained apartment. Lovely gardens and easy access to the countryside and the city. Being in a cul-de-sac and near the top of the hill also meant it was beautifully quiet and relaxing. The bus service to and from the city was excellent for evenings out and about. Great information pack to get up to speed on the local area and facilities. Cosy living room and great kitchen set up. The hot tub was a bonus to relax after the days spent walking the dog and exploring the area. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay, Kate and Andrew were great hosts and super helpful to make our stay easy and stress free. Definitely recommend it!

We had a fab 3 nights in the Safari Tent. It was clean and was exactly as described. The instructions for lighting the stove were very handy. Mel was a great host and responded to any queries we had. We will defo be booking again.

Absolutely brilliant place. Nicola was a fantastic host. Breakfast was a lovely touch and very appreciated. Would highly recommend to anyone ! And the hot tub was a brilliant facility to have :) Would 100% stay again !!!

Me and my partner stayed here for 2 nights and it was lovely. The house was spotlessly clean and tidy. We loved the hot tub and it was very private. Joy even left us lots of food for breakfast which we loved and there was a lovely selection!! We went to the Italian that was recommended in the booklet that was in the house and the food was 10/10. Thank you very much for the lovely stay. Highly recommend!! 😊😊

The amenities, dining facilities and seating arrangements were absolutely perfect for four couples. Amazing views of the lake from the master bedroom, patio and lounge. We all loved it!

Thank you so much Pam! You have been an amazing host and we appreciate everything. Honestly definitely recommend the place as we were posting on social media the pictures and videos while we were there a lot of family and friends were asking about the place and we had to send the link straight away because it was such an amazing placing in an amazing location

Really beautiful scenery in a tranquil countryside , the hot tub was perfect for watching the sunset , cabin bed was so comfy & also we loved the 2 dogs who visited us for dinner & breakfast 😂

We spent a lovely Christmas here as a family of four with our dog pepper. Lovely decor, amenities, kitchen full of everything you need, lots of games for us to play. Great location, lots of fab dog walks, great shops nearby - overall a fantastic stay!

We had a lovely warm welcome by humans and dogs! The accommodation was perfect for our needs and it was great to be able to let our dogs explore the pretty and enclosed garden. We would definitely stay at The Chocolatehouse again if we were in the area.

I stayed with Mike and Bert for two weeks while a house sale went through, I brought with me my high maintenance Bengal cat Kevin Bacon. During our stay Mike has gone out of his way to accommodate us, the accommodation is completely separate and lockable, I felt completely safe, I knew Kevin was secure and didn’t see any red flags. Mike is laid back and approachable, the perfect host. The bed is extremely comfortable and everything I have needed has been included with no extra costs or limitations. Bert is a very good boy and has been trained properly, he doesn’t go upstairs but he will bring you a shoe each time he sees you as a greeting, Bert was completely safe around Kevin when I took Kevin in the garden. There is easy parking at the accommodation and lots to do in the area, lots of walks, castles, stepping stones over rivers, sand dunes, beaches, horse riding and a decent selection of Pubs. If I ever end up homeless again I will be coming back! Thank you.

Brilliant location and ideal apartments which catered for our family and friends group. Charles was a really responsive and helpful host throughout. Really nicely presented accommodation and sleeping arrangements suited our group. The only thing we found was that bedroom 6 described as 2 singles was more of a corridor room and there was no second bed here. However we did find a fold out bed in a storage cupboard which we put in a different room. But other than that we had a great stay and loved the accommodation and all it offered. We will be back I have no doubt .

David is great host - friendly and welcoming. He was very flexible and accommodating with my long stay booking. And very responsive when I needed help with fixing a problem. Many thanks, David.

Not a lot to say really, it was fab! Great for the dogs, enclosed garden and plenty of space for them, plus it was lovely to be able to walk round the grounds of the property. Location was perfect, so peaceful, but within an easy drive to Monmouth. The house had absolutely everything one could need. Thank you Bob

Lovely cottage in the middle of nowhere. Two pubs but need a car to get there and also to the nearest shop. Nearest supermarket 16 miles away. Lovely monkey sanctuary nearby worth a visit. Beautiful views and comfortable beds. Lovely walk round the area but need sturdy shoes. Lovely getaway for us over the new year period.

Didi's place is well appointed and very comfortable with fab shower. great having two living spaces for options, location is good too! Loved how the morning sun streamed into the dining area. Gorgeous way to start the day! Only things to note if you have young children you plan to have in the twin room is that it is at the other end of the house to the master & 2nd bedroom, up a separate staircase which wasn't particularly an issue for us but I imagine for young kids that might pose a concern with not being near or being able to hear them if needed as they'd need to navigate a narrow staircase, go through three rooms and up another flight of stairs to find you. There is also a gap under the gate in the courtyard that any small or medium sized dog could (and ours did) go wandering off under, directly into the (albeit very quiet) road. It's not a reflection on Didi though, can't be helped due to lay of land, but worth noting for those bringing pets. None of this would stop us returning

What a beautiful home to spend some time with family and friends. The pool, hot tub and trampoline were absolutely amazing. We had perfect weather for outdoor entertainment. The kitchen was so full of everything you’d ever need! They really have thought of everything. It was like home from home Super comfortable beds We would highly recommend to a any family wanting a weekend doing nothing but pool fun with the kids x

The perfect escape! Farahnaz and Paul are really helpful, very friendly and knowledgeable of the area. The Summerhouse is so secluded and cosy. it really is a proper escape from the "Busy Life" Shakurs on the corner is a great place to eat if you get the chance. Thanks again Farahnaz & Paul, We will be back.

We had a lovely stay at Lois place. It's a uniquely tranquil location in the city, perfect for our young kids who could play in the playground outside the house. The house was spacious (large enough for 4 adults and 2 kids) and had absolutely everything you needed. Very helpful, friendly and warm hosts. We felt very lucky to have stayed here.

Me and my husband had a lovely stay here and was exactly like the photos, the Airbnb is sooo cute and perfect for what we needed, great communication and loads of recommendation’s. The view from the Airbnb in stunning too, so lovely waking up and exploring the local towns and walk ing trails. The pancakes were a lovely touch too, a few pubs in walking distance which also have descriptive directions to get there in the booklet, which we followed.. we had such a lovely Easter weekend, thank you so much.

We had a fantastic stay in the Brecon Beacons for the Easter holiday. Clare was a very welcoming host who provided easy to follow directions and a very hospitable welcome including fine cake and prosecco. The accommodation was exactly what we wanted with all the amenities described including gym and hot tub. The home is very well located for walking, it is even possible to walk to Pen y Fan directly from the house! A special thanks to her son-in-law T who was very helpful and enjoyable company!

We had a lovely long weekend at the cottage, it was perfectly located for beautiful dog walks and the local pubs were fantastic and easily reached on foot. The cottage had everything we needed and was spotless, Rachel is a great host and was very friendly. We really enjoyed our stay!

Had the most wonderful 3 nights in Cow Pen Cottage. Perfect location with a fantastic farm shop (Cobbs) next door selling fabulous top quality local produce to make wonderful breakfasts with. Wendy was so helpful, giving very clear instructions and points of interest to visit. The cottage is quaint & full of character but still has all the mod cons necessary. Wendy gave us a lovely warm welcome with strawberries & prosecco and chocolates by the bed. The swimming pool and jacuzzi were clean and a very welcome addition each day. There were so many attractions within a very short drive and that made Cow Pen Cottage the perfect base to explore Stratford-upon-Avon and the Cotswolds. We will definately be back some day. Thank you Wendy.

Heron's Nest is in a very beautiful location just west of Swindon with great access to Cirencester and surrounding Cotswold villages. Hillary was extremely welcoming, friendly and helpful. There is a secure back garden, perfect for pets and with a stunning view. There are a few walks around the local fields/property which was perfect for a morning walk with the dog. Very clean and tidy inside. We were surprised to find a smart TV with the usual streaming services. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend it to anyone looking to explore the Cotswolds.