About this property

Elegant Accommodations: Forthay Bed and Breakfast in North Nibley offers a 4-star experience with adults-only access. Guests enjoy a sun terrace, garden, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi. Comfortable Amenities: The property features private check-in and check-out, a lounge, menus for special diets, housekeeping, outdoor seating, picnic area, bicycle parking, barbecue facilities, and luggage storage. Dining Experience: The traditional restaurant serves dinner, offering garden views and a variety of meals. Additional amenities include bathrobes, private bathrooms, and soundproofing. Local Attractions: Located 18 mi from Bristol Parkway Station and 22 mi from Bristol Temple Meads Station, the property is near attractions such as Bristol Cathedral and The Roman Baths.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

  • Free Parking Available On Site


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1 king bed
2 twin beds
1 king bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jan
    United States United States
    Loved the cute attic room and homemade granola at breakfast. I stayed on my own, but the set up of the attic room with twin beds on opposite sides of the room each with its own comfy chair would make this an ideal room for friends sharing a room)....
  • Jaehee
    South Korea South Korea
    He gave us a ride from Dursley town centre when we were really tired after we walked 20 km. So nice and sweet.
  • Bart
    United States United States
    I really nice old farm house in a quiet Cotswolds nook, not too far from the Cotswolds Way. Charles cooked us a delicious breakfast as well.
  • Jennifer
    United States United States
    Loved the history of this lovely home! Charles and his wife were excellent hosts who made sure we were taken care of. 10 starts to Humphrey the cat, who snuggles with guests and has the best purr.
  • Linda
    Canada Canada
    Eclectic decorations. Powerful shower. Gracious host, offered tea on arrival. Yummy homemade granola.
  • Nicola
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Quiet location. Lovely beamed and comfortable bedroom with its own separate bathroom with quality fittings & decor throughout.
  • Judy
    United States United States
    The breakfast was delicious and huge! There were many options. You are asked to fill out a menu!
  • Elizabeth
    United States United States
    everything was perfect. the room, the hospitality and the food. the house itself is complete magical - a stunningly restored 17th century farm house. there is whimsical art mixed with stately antiques throughout the home. we were welcomed with tea...
  • Sima
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely, quietly located and historic house. Charles our host was charming, came out to greet us on arrival and also carried my case upstairs! Comfortable beds, tasty breakfast (with lots of options) and great service. Humphrey their elderly cat...
  • Neil
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    What is not to like? It is picturesque, comfortable, cosy, welcoming. I could not have asked for more.

Host Info

9.2
Host Review Score
Forthay is a 17th Centuary grade 2 listed farmhouse made out of cotswold stone bursting with character, charm and luxury touches. It is set in an idyllic location in the rural hamlet of Forthay, an area of outstanding natural beauty (AONB) overlooked by Tyndale Monument on the Cotswold Way. It is surrounded by rolling Gloucestershire countryside between Wotton Under Edge and Dursley. Forthay is the perfect retreat for guests who are looking for peaceful, relaxed accommodation with a touch of luxury. Being surrounded by such breath-taking countryside and exhilarating walks it only seems fair that we welcome your well-behaved four legged friends to join you. In fact at Forthay we love our dogs and walking so much we provide a boot-room for your footwear, laundry room to dry your outdoor wear, a heated dog shower, dog bowls and dog beds. There is a small charge of £10 per dog per night. We also provide dog sitting for guests attending weddings or days out where dogs may not be permitted e.g. Highgrove. There is a cosy snug available for guests use complete with log burner and a library of books and board games.A great room to relax in, read, play board games or plan the next days activities. We have 3 luxury rooms available. Two double rooms with king-size sleigh beds. One has a large private luxury bathroom, the other an en suite toilet and shower room. The third bedroom is a twin room with a private toilet and shower room. All showers are power showers. All rooms have free broadband, Egyptian cotton bedding, feather and down duvets and pillows (non allergenic available on request), large fluffy towels and bathrobes, powerful hairdryers, Roberts DAB radios, luggage racks, complimentary water and a selection of teas and coffees with cafetiere and luxury Noble Isle toiletries. All areas in the house have wifi.
Forthay is a country home from home with added luxuries to create a relaxing and memorable stay.All guests receive a warm and friendly welcome when visiting Forthay. In the Winter guests can relax in the cosy snug in front of an inglenook with log burner whilst enjoying a slice of homemade cake and a pot of tea. In the Summer guests can relax in one of the several outdoor seating areas, play croquet or boules on the lawn or table tennis for the more competitive. Debs and Charles, the owners live on site in a separate wing and are available to assist guests throughout their stay organising dinner reservations, taxi's, providing local directions and any other needs to create an enjoyable and relaxing break. Walkers exploring the Cotswold Way receive a complimentary pick up and drop off from Dursley and/or Wotton Under Edge, just let us know when booking. Pick up in Dursley is The Old Spot Inn and drop off the next morning at Wotton Under Edge is in theHigh Street.
Forthay is perfect for visiting a wide range of places and activities: Cotswold Way walks – on the door step Tyndale monument – 15 minute walk Golf & fly fishing - 5 minute drive Clay pidgeon & horse riding - 10 minute drive Wotton Under Edge, Dursley & Berkeley Castle - 10 min drive Westonbirt, Tetbury, Highgrove & Slimbridge Wetland - 15 minute drive Badminton & Gatcombe Park – 20 minute drive Cirencester – 25 drive Cheltenham, Bath & Bristol - 40 minute drive
Language spoken: English

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
  • Restaurant
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambience
      Traditional

House rules

Forthay Bed and Breakfast takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 7:30 PM
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Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note there is a pet fee of 10 GBP per pet per night upon request.

Please inform Forthay Bed and Breakfast of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.