What's included
In the kitchen
All cabin types:
- Oven, microwave, dishwasher, toaster and kettle
- Under-counter fridge with freezer box
(full size fridge freezer in some cabins) - Mini kitchen essentials pack
(mini washing up liquid, 3 x dishwasher tablets, a scourer and dish cloth) - Saucepans and lids
- Frying pan
- Glass lasagne dish
- Glass oval serving dish
- Glass casserole dish
- Baking tray
- Glass measuring jug
- Milk jug
- Teapot
- Kitchen scissors
- Wooden spoon
- Hand whisk
- Bread knife
- Utility knife
- Vegetable knife
- Knife sharpener
- Pitcher jug
- Small tray for drinks
- Cheese grater
- Chopping board x 2
- Corkscrew
- Can opener
- Colander
- Cafetiere
- Pizza cutter
- Potato peeler
- Stainless steel utensils: Masher, slotted spoon, solid spoon and plastic turner
- Stainless steel drainer
- Barbecue tool set
- Oven cloth
- Clothes airer
- Glass ashtray outside on the decking
- Dust pan and brush
- Mop and bucket
- Broom
Our Golden Oak cabins also include:
- Nespresso Vertuo coffee machine (please note, only Vertuo pods can be used in this machine − you can order for your arrival in my account).
For the table
All cabin types:
- Dinner plates
- Side plates
- Cereal / soup bowl
- Egg cup
- Latte mug
- Dessert spoon
- Soup spoon
- Table spoon
- Tea spoon
- Table fork
- Table knife
- Hiball glasses
- Wine glasses
- Champagne flutes
- Plastic wine glasses for hot tubs
- Plastic tumblers for hot tubs
- Place mats and coasters
Bedroom and living spaces
All cabin types:
- Bed linen
- Duvets
- 2 pillows per person
- Wooden hangers in the bedrooms
- Bath mats
- Bath and hand towels
- Luxury toiletries in your bathroom
- Non-slip bath mats and fire guards are available on request – just contact us before your stay
In addition to the above, our Golden Oak cabins also include:
- Hair dryer
- Hot tub towels
- Log burner with complimentary roll of kindling (fire starter kits are available to pre-book or pick up during your stay)
- Gas barbecue outside on the decking
What to bring
Packing list
What to pack
All our cabins are equipped with the essentials, which should help to make your packing easier.
We've put together a list of the extras you might want to bring to make the most of your holiday:
- Clothing (suitable for a woodland environment)
- Walking shoes/boots/wellies
- Toiletries
- Food you'll want for your stay (and if you forget anything, you'll find essentials in the Forest Retreat)
- Camera (the best way to take home memories of your holiday)
- Charging cables (for mobiles, sat navs, tablets, or games console)
- Swimwear (for the hot tub)
- Torch (essential as we keep lighting to a minimum at night)
- Kitchenware (bring essentials like foil, cling film and kitchen roll)
Bath and hand towels are included in all cabins, but you could pack extra. You'll find hot tub towels in our Golden Oak cabin, along with robes in the master bedrooms. For other cabins, you can pre-book towels and robes through my account.
Seasonal advice
Don't forget
There might be a few extras you'll want to throw in, depending on the season.
Summer
A picnic rug, hamper, and ice-block to keep your lunch fresh is essential. You may also choose to bring insect repellent for when you’re taking a forest walk and sun cream for when you’re relaxing on a forest glade!
Winter
Layering: lots of layers, gloves, and a hat are perfect for a forest walk or bike ride. Just make sure your gloves and boots aren't too tight and try not to wear too many pairs of socks as restricting blood flow to your hands and feet will make it even harder to get them warm.
Wool is a great choice. When cotton gets wet it loses its insulating qualities, so we'd suggest you opt for wool or synthetic materials to keep warm.
Pre-book extras and activities fod
Activities at Forest of Dean
Make the holiday yours
Your holiday's almost here, so start the countdown and pre-book our incredible activities, experiences and extras.
Welcome hampers that help you move straight into holiday mode. In-cabin spa treatments or wild adventures with your Forest Ranger. Feasts, meal packs and deliciously easy dinners. Create a stay that's just right for you with good food and great adventures.
