Byways in Gloucestershire | Cottage With a Hot Tub

About Byways

Malvern 2.4 miles Part of the Madresfield Estate, a historic, hidden gem, and resting in the pretty village of Madresfield, Worcestershire, Byways Cottage is a tastefully restored and beautifully decorated timber-framed, semi-detached property sleeping a maximum of 7 adults and 1 child; with plenty of charm and an interesting history, it provides a sanctuary for relaxation and is the perfect place for connecting with the outdoors. Suited to groups of family and friends, its location is perfect for exploring the surrounding beauty of the Madresfield Estate, with numerous dog-friendly public footpaths on the doorstep, allowing some superb walks with spectacular views of the Malvern Hills which are also a popular destination for both road cyclists and mountain bikers alike.

For those wishing to explore further afield, the counties of Shropshire and Gloucestershire including The Cotswolds are also within easy reach. Authentically rural, the property sits adjacent to a working dairy farm; it offers spacious, welcoming and luxurious accommodation, a generous and secure pet-friendly garden with a discreetly placed wood-fired hot tub, and ample parking.

The separate games room with sofas, beanbags, Smart TV, dartboard and indoor football table, provides the luxury of an additional escape, popular with families. On entering this delightful cottage, you will find a spacious hall and an impressive beamed sitting room featuring a wood-burning stove, plush furnishings and ample seating, ideal for the perfect night in.

After preparing a meal in the contemporary and well-equipped kitchen, guests can gather in the serene dining room or enjoy an alfresco dining experience on the patio. As the night draws in, after a dayâ€™s exploring, walking or cycling, a peaceful nightâ€™s sleep will be had and in one of four beautifully decorated upstairs bedrooms.

Two of the double bedrooms have en-suite showers and there is a spacious family bathroom adjacent to the third double and single bedrooms. Guest comfort is key and therefore bathrooms have underfloor heating, all beds feature luxurious â€˜Hypnosâ€™ mattresses and will be made up with premium bedding ready for your arrival.

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At Sykes Cottages

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✓Central heating
✓ Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, kettle, toaster
✓ TV, WiFi
✓ Fuel and power included in rent
✓ Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓ Highchair, travel cot and stairgate available
✓ Ample off-road parking
✓ Enclosed rear garden with large, private wood-fired hot tub (hot-tub towels are provided)
✓ Bike storage
✓ Pet-friendly (maximum 3 pets charged at £25 per pet)
✓ Sorry, no smoking
✓ Shop and pub 1 mile
✓ Games room is in the converted double garage
✓ The single room offers a z-bed cube that folds out flat on to the floor, best suited for children
✓ If you would like the king-size zip-links to be set up as twins, please contact us to advise
✓ This property can be hired in conjunction with the adjacent 3-bed Lavender cottage and 3-bed detached No
✓29 Madresfield, sleeping 20 people in total, min 3-nights
✓ If and when both, Byways Cottage and Lavender Cottage, are rented together by the same party, Byways can accommodate up to 14 people around the dining table, please contact Sykes for further details
✓ Please note there is a minimum stay of 3 nights at this property and whilst guests may check out on weekend days, check in must be Monday to Friday
✓ 7 night bookings from Fridays only

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Byways Reviews

Caroline

Beautiful property, we had 5 adults, 1 child and a dog. Very spacious, well equipped house, with lots of extra. Comfortable beds and homely. A big driveway.

Gorgeous house. Very spacious with the added benefit of a games room. Everything finished to a very high standard. The welcome pack much appreciated too! Very happy here.

Byways allowed four friends from different locations to meet up for a great weekend of catching up in a very comfortable, cosy surroundings. Unfortunately Storm Darragh curtailed much opportunity to explore the surrounding countryside but we enjoyed the inside space the property gave us & had fun playing darts in the games room! We would be very happy to return on a future occasion.

We had a wonderful stay at Byways and would love to return. We were unable to use the hot tub due to the strong winds and cold weather but the maintenance team very kindly tried to help us, even coming out on New Year's Eve. The property is stunning and wellmaintained with beautiful furnishings throughout. We travelled with another family there were 7 of us in total, including two teenagers and a toddler. The property was suitable for us all. The older children loved the games room which gave them space away from us, too. There is a beautiful walk which you can do from the house httpswww.visitthemalverns.orgwalkmadresfield We would definitely recommend Byways.

This was an incredible property. Exquisitely decorated, extremely comfortable and immaculately clean. Everything you needed for a stay. Responsive and helpful communications with the owner before our arrival. Best property we have stayed in. Will be back!

Richard

Outstanding property and surroundings. The house was immaculate with beautiful quality decor and finishing touches. In the welcome pack was locally sourced produce which did not disappoint and demonstrates a true representation of Malvern and the friendly people. The maintenance team where very responsive and couldn't help enough ensuring our stay was relaxing and enjoyable.

Elizabeth

Byways is beautifully comfortable and decorated in a relaxed and contemporary but luxurious style. It has been thoughtfully furnished, creating spaces both for relaxing together and for enjoying some quiet space. The woodfired hot tub was fun for everyone, kept its heat well and was easy to use we rather enjoyed getting the fire going to quickly bring it up to the right temperature! We were particularly delighted with the location of Byways Madresfield is ideal for quiet strolls and as a starting point for longer walks with an easy 15 minute drive you can be walking up in the Malverns with truly incredible views in 10 minutes you can be in Malvern for a coffee in 7 minutes you can be at the station to take the 10 minute train journey to the centre of Worcester and you can drop in to a proper supermarket on the way back to the cottage for a peaceful evening, cooking and relaxing together. Perfection. This has been one of the best cottages we've stayed in thank you for a very special holiday

Steven

Byways was perfect in every way. I would highly recommend it. The welcome pack of bacon, sausages, eggs, milk, bread etc was really good. Our dog loved the fully enclosed rear garden. Owners were very helpful in every aspect. Will definitely be returning.

Stunning cottage in a beautiful village. Great place to explore cotswolds and malvern. Great walk on doorstep. Perfect cottage for dog loving family holiday. Really enjoyed the stay and highly recommended

Heather

Stunning property, beautifully furnished, well equipped and in a beautiful location. We loved it all and hope to return again.

Byways was absolutely beautiful and perfect for our stay with friends. The cottage was extremely well appointed, comfortable and we all loved it. The gift of bacon and sausages, milk and eggs was a pleasant surprise and much appreciated. We loved the games room and enjoyed several darts matches. Perfect.

We loved our stay at Byways It is a beautiful house and perfect for a family gathering. We were celebrating our wedding anniversary and couldnt have chosen a better place. When we arrived everywhere was spotlessly clean and there was a lovely welcome basket. Plenty of room for everyone, comfy beds, kitchen well equipped and the hot tub is ace. We have already recommended to friends and will definitely return.

Beautiful and stylish interior with luxuriously comfortable beds. Excellent place for family gathering with dogs. The location is great for peace and surrounding countryside but with easy access to Malvern. The complimentary sausages and bacon were delicious. We could not get the hot tub up to a high enough temperature to use even after several hours. The games room is a great addition but a bit dark, particularly above the dartboard. Overall we had a very enjoyable weekend and would recommend.

Stunning period cottage refurbished to an extremely high standard. Superb facilities, lovely extra little touches & situated in an ideal location to enjoy The Malverns. Couldnt have chosen a better venue to celebrate our first ever family Christmas away from home!

Top class! A very happy weekend. It would be a good idea to warn people how long it takes to heat the hot tub As this did not work out for us. Regards Paul.

Debbie

Property is 5 Star accommodation. The welcome basket was fabulous. The estate sausage and bacon was a bit hit with the family. Games room gave us the opportunity to have fun and then relax in the hot tub after. We took our two dogs and they even provided treats for them. We only live 50 minutes away but it gave us the time to have a chilled family break.

Deirdre

We had a lovely stay at Byways a fabulous cottage, with plenty of room for our group of 7 and lots of parking as we had 3 cars between us. Beautifully decorated and spotless. It was just like home from home, with everything you could need. The 'Welcome Pack' was amazing with local produce and some very yummy biscuits ! Would definitely recommend Byways to anyone and next time we are up this way, we will stay here again. 10 out of 10 to the owners !!

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Attractions Near Byways

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained at Byways itself, if you plan to get out and about and see some of what Gloucestershire has to offer, here are some of the nearby attractions you can enjoy during your stay. Please note that some of these activities and days out are paid and it's always a good idea to book in advance to secure your place where applicable.

Found a special day out near your cottage? Please let us know and we'll add it so that other visitors can enjoy it too!

Spetchley Park and Gardens - WR5 1RS

about 6 Miles

Spetchley Park and Gardens in Worcestershire are the perfect place for a day trip all year round. During the summer months the gardens are really at their best with beautiful displays of flora and fauna. Many families choose to bring a picnic and there are several picnic tables in the grounds. The deer park is also a big hit with children as well as grown ups. The onsite tea room serves tasty sandwiches and cakes and uses local produce where possible.

Avon Leisure Cruises - BS8 4EB

about 12 Miles

Avon Leisure Cruises offer a relaxing way to spend an afternoon exploring the beautiful river and the sites all around it. The trips have commentary to point out places of historical importance and interest and are educational as well as fun. During school holidays the area is very popular with tourists and with families and daily activities can be enjoyed.

Queenswood Country Park - HR6 0PY

about 18 Miles

Queenswood Country Park has a stunning location offering panoramic views of the countryside. The area is abundant with wildlife and you can see how many species you can spot while enjoying the nature trails. The park also has a large children play area and a licensed café. Seasonal activities can be enjoyed during school holidays and at peak times of the year including Halloween events and crafting sessions as well as ranger led walks.

Puzzlewood - GL16 8QB

about 27 Miles

Puzzlewood is a somewhat unique attraction within the beautiful Forest of Dean. Visitors can explore the mile of pathways passing over wooden bridges and through some stunning tree and rock formations. The maze of pathways are quite enchanting and the site has recently been used as a location for the BBC1 production of Merlin. While enjoying the splendour of nature there are many types of wildlife to meet along the way including Shetland ponies, Donkeys and Highland Cattle. A Hocus Pokus Halloween event takes place from the 24th to the 31st of October.

Dudley Zoo - DY1 4QF

about 28 Miles

A day trip to Dudley Zoo in Worcestershire is a real treat for children and adults alike. The zoo is crammed with unusual and rare animals and educational talks, shows and organised activities are also on offer to make sure visitors get the most from their experience. During school holidays the zoo is particularly popular with families and a range of events take place including crafting sessions, face painting and hands on animal encounters. There is also a cafe and giftshop onsite.

Lama Trekking at Old king Street Farm - NP16 6AA

about 28 Miles

Lamas are gentle, affectionate and unique animals and Lama Trekking is fast becoming a popular family attraction. At Old king Street Farm you can spend the day with the charming creatures and enjoy feeding them, grooming them and having a stroll through the woodland. Lamas are not ridden but they can carry all the picnic essentials including tables and chairs! Lama Treks around the stunning Black Mountains are also available.