Escape to this delightful stone apartment set within the magnificent Forest of Dean. Also head out into the Wye Valley and over the border into Wales from the one-bedroom hideaway for two. Welcoming dogs, the Ruspidge hideaway, which is 2 miles from Cinderford and 13 miles from Monmouth, has fabulous footpaths to follow right from the doorstep.
Climb the stone steps up to the front door of your tranquil bolthole. Step inside to find exquisite accommodation, with white-washed stone walls, wooden floors and vaulted ceilings. Settle on the leather seating in the lounge to watch TV, discuss your day and enjoy some away time together. When mealtimes beckon, head through to the rustic-style kitchen/diner to find everything you need to help you prepare the fresh produce you have bought. Serve candle-lit meals at the table in here and pop open a bottle of wine. At the end of each day away, amble through to the double bedroom, where you can lie back and look up at the stars through the skylight windows on clear nights. Awake to refresh yourselves with a hot shower every morning. Although there is no private outside space here, the apartment is within 200 metres of countryside and woodland.
Head into Cinderford to browse in the shops, dine out in a friendly, local pub and stock up on local delicacies. Stroll 1.5 miles to the Dean Heritage Centre to explore its five acres of leafy grounds and find out more about the history of the area. Soudley Ponds, also 1.5 miles away, is another beautiful place to wander. Venture 12.5 miles into the beautiful Wye Valley to visit Symonds Yat and see the spectacular views from up on the rock. Those who enjoy canoeing can also hire boats and paddle out on the river from here.