Byways

Resting in the pretty village of Madresfield, near Malvern, Byways Cottage is a newly restored and beautifully decorated, timber-framed semi-detached property with plenty of charming character and a fascinating history. Welcoming families or groups of friends, its location is ideal for exploring the local area of Worcestershire and the surrounding counties of Shropshire and Gloucestershire including The Cotswolds.

Authentically rural, the property sits adjacent to a working dairy farm, offering views of the Malvern Hills, abundant parking, spacious and luxurious accommodation and a wood-fired hot tub in the generous, pet-friendly garden. For large family and friend celebrations, Byways Cottage can also be hired together with its 3-bed sister, Lavender Cottage and No.29 Madresfield, a 3-bed detached cottage, a very short walk away.

On entering this stunning property, discover the welcoming sitting room featuring a wood-burning stove, comfortable seating area and additional reading nook, ideal for the perfect night in. Alternatively guests can rewind and enjoy a luxurious soak under the stars in the wood-fired hot tub, sensitively situated in garden, or take advantage of the fantastic games and TV room, ideal for teenagers and others to enjoy.

After preparing a meal in the contemporary and well fitted kitchen, dine with friends and family in the beautifully elegant and light dining room featuring patio doors and views of the secure garden and hills beyond. As the night draws in, get a peaceful night’s sleep in one of four bedrooms, including two spacious super-king-size rooms, one with an en-suite shower room, a double with an en-suite shower room and a single, all with comfortable Hypnos beds and luxurious bedding,The single bedroom also features additional sleeping for one on the Loaf z-bed (recommended for children.

Reconnect with nature and the outdoors, enjoying the fresh air of the countryside, taking advantage of the many local public-footpaths and walks and then for those times when you don’t feel like cooking, head into Malvern and its surrounds where there is a good selection of pubs and eateries, convenience stores and supermarkets. Malvern, historically reputed for its spring waters and public schools, also offers boutique shops, a local history museum, a unique abbey and easy access to walks on the Malvern’s themselves such as Sugarloaf Hill, the Worcester Beacon and British Camp, all within the local AONB (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty).