No.2 Bridge Cottage

No.2 Bridge Cottage is a characterful 4‑bedroom retreat in the peaceful hamlet of Lower Shapridge. Sleeping up to 7 guests (2 doubles, 1 twin, 1 single), it offers generous indoor and outdoor spaces, including a private hot tub for relaxing evenings. With the Forest of Dean, Wye Valley and Cotswolds nearby, it’s the ideal base for countryside walks, cycling, and tranquil escapes. The space Built in the 1800s, No.2 Bridge Cottage once served as a lively local drinking house — the worn stone doorstep still hints at its past. Today, the recently renovated cottage blends historic character with modern comfort, featuring a beautiful stone fireplace, a country garden, and a spacious open‑plan kitchen and dining room. The self‑contained cottage sleeps up to 7 guests across four bedrooms (two doubles, one twin, one single), with a family bathroom and an attic double with en‑suite shower offering stunning views. Inside, the lounge provides ample seating, books, DVDs, and games, while French doors in the dining room open to the garden. Despite its historic character, the cottage is equipped with recently installed full-fibre broadband, providing fast and reliable Wi-Fi throughout. Outdoors, the spacious back garden invites relaxation with a private hot tub — ideal for soaking under the stars after a day of adventure. Guests can also enjoy an outdoor dining area and Summer house. The fenced garden is dog‑friendly and alive with birdsong, from tiny blue tits to striking woodpeckers, all set against a backdrop of fields and woodland. Plus, for those keen mountain bikers and cyclists, there is secure storage in the garden shed. Nearby, explore St Antony’s Well, Welshbury Iron Age hill fort, and Flaxley and Chestnut woods, or venture further into the Forest of Dean, Wye Valley, and Cotswolds. Whether soaking in the tranquillity, cycling the trails, or relaxing in the hot tub, Bridge Cottage offers a peaceful countryside escape. Guest access Guests have full, private use of the cottage and garden. Other things to note Pets are very welcome, please inform the us if you plan to bring more than one dog.