Two bedroom barn conversion in the Cotswolds - The Byres
The Byres is a lovingly refurbished ground floor barn conversion which sleeps four guests, in two bedrooms, with two bathrooms. With light flowing through the expansive windows and muted interior tones, one can't help but start to relax. The open plan living space is lying in wait to welcome guests in need of a well-deserved break; it is the perfect setting to rustle up a meal in the kitchen with the accompaniment of the breakfast bar and seating area, a great space to enjoy with friends and family. The Byres also welcomes one dog!
Accommodation This two bedroom holiday cottage in Elmley Castle is a wonderful property to spend time with friends or family. With underfloor heating throughout, this single storey accommodation is laid out as follows:
Kitchen/sitting/dining room Open plan layout with electric oven and induction hob, Tassimo coffee machine, cafetiere, dishwasher, fridge, microwave, toaster, kettle, DAB/Bluetooth radio, washing machine/tumble dryer, breakfast bar with seating for two and dining table with seating for four Sitting area with two-seater sofa, two armchairs, chest of drawers, LG Smart TV with apps (account holders only), and access to back garden
Primary bedroom with ensuite (Sleeps 2) Exposed beams, double bed, chest of drawers, built-in wardrobe, picture window and wall mirror Ensuite with bath with overhead shower attachment, loo, heated towel rail and basin
Bedroom 2 (Sleeps 2) Two single beds (which can be pushed together to make a super king on request, though not zip locked), chest of drawers, chair, hooks and wall mirror
Family bathroom Walk-in rainfall shower with separate handheld shower attachment, loo, basin, heated towel rail and mirror
Outside Enclosed garden mostly laid to lawn with patio, outdoor table with seating for four and charcoal BBQ
The Finer Details The maximum occupancy for this property is 4 guests. Infants do not count towards the occupancy figure, however, due to space restrictions the occupancy can only be exceeded by 1 additional infant (aged 2 or under) Bed linen and towels are provided (duvets and pillows are hypoallergenic) Off street parking is available for up to 2 cars Electric charging point available on request for £35 per car per charge 1 travel cot and 1 highchair are available on request (please bring your own linen for the travel cot, as this is not provided) 1 dog is welcome for an additional £40 per booking (please note that the owners do not accept dogs under a year old). For pet rules, please visit our FAQs Fibre optic WiFi Mobile phone reception varies depending on provider Smart TV with apps (guests to use their own login details) Enclosed garden Charcoal BBQ, summer months only (guests are responsible for providing charcoal and cleaning BBQ after use) Oil fired central heating system Please note there is a step in and out of the garden from the house. There is also uneven gravel on the driveway The smoke and CO detectors operate on a sound only basis and, therefore, those who have serious impairment of hearing may not be able to hear the alarm systems and could be at risk No smoking or vaping is permitted throughout the property
Things to Note... Events are not permitted without prior consent A security deposit is required at this property Check in is from 16:00 and check out is by 10:00 The garden is regularly maintained by a professional gardening service on a Monday morning (the gardener may need to carry out work whilst the property is occupied). If you require further information, please don’t hesitate to contact us The Byres is a self-contained property in the grounds where the owner lives To enquire about including a hot tub for your stay, please contact Nick at Oxford Hot Tubs. Hire costs will be payable to Oxford Hot Tubs directly, along with a standard £75 charge payable to the Owner via StayCotswold as a contribution towards the usual running costs
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About the area
Pershore
Pershore is home to this cottage. Almonry Heritage Centre and Evesham Arts Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Number 8 Community Arts centre and Pershore Leisure Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Spiers and Hartwell Jubilee Stadium or Sixways Stadium.
Number 8 Community Arts centre - 10 min drive - 6.5 km
Pershore Leisure Centre - 10 min drive - 6.5 km
Tiddesley Wood Nature Reserve - 11 min drive - 6.9 km
Evesham Leisure Centre - 14 min drive - 10.4 km
Evesham Country Park - 17 min drive - 13.1 km
Getting around
Pershore Station - 17 min drive
Birmingham Airport (BHX) - 66 min drive
Restaurants
The Chequers Inn - 12 min drive
Golden Dragon - 11 min drive
The Cider Mill - 8 min drive
The Trumpet Inn - 10 min drive
The Yew Tree - 15 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Two bedroom barn conversion in the Cotswolds - The Byres pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Two bedroom barn conversion in the Cotswolds - The Byres?
As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Two bedroom barn conversion in the Cotswolds - The Byres on 28 Aug 2026 start from £273, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Two bedroom barn conversion in the Cotswolds - The Byres?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Two bedroom barn conversion in the Cotswolds - The Byres?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Two bedroom barn conversion in the Cotswolds - The Byres?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Two bedroom barn conversion in the Cotswolds - The Byres located?
Situated in Pershore, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Number 8 Community Arts centre, Pershore Leisure Centre and Tiddesley Wood Nature Reserve. Spiers and Hartwell Jubilee Stadium and Almonry Heritage Centre are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Wow what a fantastic place for a base in Cotswolds, we thoroughly enjoyed our visit to The Byres.
The garden was also amazing and the pictures don't to it justice.
We will return soon
Maureen C.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2026
Thank you Maureen for your review of The Byres, Elmley Castle. We were thrilled to hear that you found the property to be comfortable and in a lovely location. We hope to be able to welcome you back again soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
24 Apr 2026
Fantastic Stay
A brilliant home for exploring the Cotswolds. Sam was a great host and very responsive, answering our questions before and during our stay. The house has everything you could imagine, and the welcome pack was a huge plus. The large enclosed garden we brilliant - our dog and toddler both enjoyed running around. There was an added benefit of an EV charger giving us peace of mind we could charge up when needed. We would love to return again in the future.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
23 Mar 2026
Wonderful!
We fell in love with the beautiful barn conversion. It has everything you could need for a relaxing stay in the beautiful Cotswold countryside. The accommodation was excellent and lovely and clean in a quiet village location. We would 100% recommend it.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Christina S.
27 Nov 2025
A great stay
A very nice well equipped cottage in a pretty area and good location from which to visit some of the best places in the Cotswolds.
Christina S.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Nov 2025
Thank you Christina for your review of The Byres, Elmley Castle. We were delighted to hear that you found the property to be well equipped and in a lovely area. We hope to be able to welcome you back gain soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Barbara D.
22 Oct 2025
Beautiful stay
Very clear instructions on how to find this beautiful quiet property. Had a wonderful stay only a short distance from many tourist attractions. Amazing community pub in the village.
Barbara D.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct 2025
Thank you Barbara for your review of The Byres, Elmley Castle. We were happy to hear that you found the details for the cottage easy to access and that the property was in a great location. We hope to be able to welcome you back again soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
27 Feb 2026
AMAZING ( YOU WILL RETURN)
The 2 bed barn conversion is amazing. ( Photos don't do it justice).
Spotlessly clean, large enclosed garden for the dog.
Lovely gift pack on our arrival left by the owner Samantha.
She was so helpful when I had a couple of general queries.
Grt local pub 5 mins walk away.
Grt walks .
Broadway is only 15 mins away by car and Evesham 10 mins.
Once you've stayed here you'll definitely want to come back. It's home from home.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
8 Jan 2026
Christmas break
Absolutely fantastic stay for the Christmas period!!! The most comfortable we have ever been during a cottage holiday. The owners have really thought about the home comforts. The chritmas tree and decorations were beautiful!! Nearby to the surrounding villages. We highly recommend The Byres and are planning on returning again later this year.
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan 2026
Thank you Samantha for your review of The Byres. We are delighted to hear that you had a fantastic stay and found the property to be comfortable, homely and in a good location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
6 Mar 2026
A wonderful place to stay and escape
We had a fabulous 4 night stay at the Byres in February. The property is fantastically well equipped - everything you can think of is in place and the quality of the equipment and furnishings is first class. Everything was spotlessly clean and the welcome pack on arrival was very well received, and again, great quality. Sam couldn't have been more helpful in letting us use her hose to clean off a muddy dog and in supporting us through an unfortunate incident with a large pothole and a volvo tyre - the pothole won! The property is really well located for numerous gorgeous walks straight out of the door and equally just a brief drive to stunning Cotswold villages and towns. We will definitely return and would recommend to anyone looking for a peaceful - and really very good value - break.
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Mar 2026
Thank you Jonathan for your review of The Byre, Elmley Castle. We were thrilled to hear that you found the property to be clean, well equipped and in a lovely location. We hope to be able to welcome you back again soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sally B.
15 Sept 2025
Lovely home from home in the he Cotswolds
Beautiful cottage a short drive from the delightful town of Broadway and Kiftsgate court garden . Comfortable accommodation with everything provided for our stay.
Sally B.
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2025
Thank you Sally for your review of The Byres. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be beautiful, comfortable and well equipped. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
sarah b.
4 Nov 2025
A lovely home from home
A lovely stay clean and comfortable
The owners left us a lovely welcome box and we had everything we needed for a self catering stay
They went above and beyond to make our stay a good one
Elmley castle is a lovely little village with a nice pub very quiet and rural
It does mean a fair bit of driving to explore the most popular Cotswolds villages but Broadway is close by. Would recommend
sarah b.
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Nov 2025
Thank you Sarah for your review of The Byres. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be clean, comfortable and in a lovely village location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
29 Sept 2025
Fabulous Barn Conversion
My wife dog and I loved this beautiful property, it was very spacious and had everything we needed in it. The property owners couldn't have been more lovely and helpful and there were numerous dog walks right on our doorstep
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept 2025
Thank you David for your review of The Byres. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be beautiful, spacious and well equipped. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Carol M.
12 Oct 2025
Perfect for a peaceful escape
Lovely quiet village, lots of walking routes. Nice community run pub in the village serving good fresh food.
Beautiful accommodation, perfect for dogs or children with large enclosed garden.
Well equipped kitchen, and outdoor accessories, lots of games for rainy days/chill out time in cottage.
Much appreciated welcome pack on arrival, help easily accessible if needed.
Carol M.
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct 2025
Thank you Carol for your review of The Byres. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be beautiful, well equipped and in a lovely village location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Gerry D.
19 Apr 2025
Great Accommodation
What a lovely place to stay, we had a few nights stay The Byers. Charming and full of character, ideally situated in the lovely village of Elmley Castle. One of the nicest places we’ve stayed.
Gerry D.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Apr 2025
Thank you Gerry for your review of The Byres. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and we hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
15 Nov 2024
Fantastic stay
We had the most amazing break away at the The Byres, Elmley Castle would Highly recommend and will definitely be looking to come back in the future.
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Nov 2024
Thank you Hayley for your review of The Byres at Elmley Castle. We are delighted to read that you had the most amazing break at the property and you would highly recommend staying here. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
17 Jul 2025
July hot weekend
Lovely location. Nice accommodation, A lot of insects which is expected staying in countryside. However ants in living area coming from window ledge.
Overall a good stay, on a very hot weekend
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul 2025
Thank you Darren for your review of The Byres. We are delighted to read that you found the property to be nice in a lovely location. We hope you will return to the Cotswolds soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Irene H.
4 Jan 2026
Good location for exploring.
We had a wonderful pre Christmas break at The Byers, Elmley Castle myself my husband and our little westie.
The cottage is very well equipped with everything you need, good quality furnishings and very warm and cosy there was a lovely Christmas tree and some decoration also.
The Byers is a very good location to explore The Cotswolds with Broadway less than a 10 minute drive away beautifully decorated for Christmas, with a great selection of shops, bars and cafes.
The local pub The Queen Elizabeth Inn is a 5 minute walk from the cottage that is a not for profit pub, restaurant and cafe owned by a group of locals, good food, good choice of drinks and a great atmosphere.
The only point I would like to make is that the cleaners had left a descale bag in the kettle which we were completely unaware of and after making a cup of tea on arrival we felt very sick, it wasn’t noticeable in the bottom of the kettle so just be aware……..
We also had trouble connecting to the WiFi on arrival but after a quick phone call someone came and we were reconnected.
Irene H.
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan 2026
Thank you Irene for your review of your recent stay at The Byres in Elmley Castle. We are delighted to read that you found the property to be well equipped, warm and cosy for your pre-Christmas break. It is lovely to know that the property is in a good location to explore the Cotswolds and it is less than a 10 minutes away from Broadwaym which has a great selction of shops, bars and cafes. We will pass your feedback on to the property manager to discuss with her housekeeping team to be more careful when descaling the kettle. We look forward to weloming you back to the Cotswolds soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Marian L.
17 Nov 2025
Wonderful place to stay
We had a short break - Monday to Friday staying at The Byres from 10 November 2025. What a wonderful find this was. The barn is absolutely stunning with lots of home from home touches including, dishwasher tablets, coffee pods and even some milk and cookies. Our dog loved roaming the beautiful secure garden, if he went missing we’d find him in the main bedroom looking out at the pond in the garden of the main house.
Elmsley Castle is a lovely village we used the pub The Queen Elizabeth for dinner one evening and had a wonderful breakfast there the next morning. The barn is ideally situated for visiting the villages and towns in the Cotswolds - you do need a car for getting about.
All in all we had a fantastic stay, Samantha was very welcoming and helpful. If we and when we visit the Cotswolds again we would definitely look to stay here again.
Marian L.
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov 2025
Thank you Marian for your review of The Byres, Elmley Castle. We were thrilled to hear that you found the property to be comfortable, well equipped and in a beautiful location. We hope to be able to welcome you back again soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sue K.
25 Jul 2025
A fantastic cottage is a beautiful village
This is probably one of the best cottages I have stayed in. It was spacious and very comfortable and extremely well resourced. There was a large enclosed garden which would have been amazing if I had brought my dog. You would need a car to get around but there were many beautiful and interesting things to see within 30 minutes of the cottage...and far too many for just one week. The village boasted a great pub only a few minutes from the cottage door too.
Sue K.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul 2025
Thank you Sue for your review of The Byres. We are delighted that you found the property to be one of the best you have stayed in. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Eden P.
10 Feb 2025
Wonderful short-break
We can't recommend The Byres highly enough. The cottage was so comfortable, clean and well-presented. Every detail was catered for and made our holiday very enjoyable. Located in a very pretty Cotswold's village with an inviting pub at the end of a scenic walk through the surrounding hills. Thank you for a great stay!
Eden P.
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Feb 2025
Thank you for your review of The Byres in Elmley Castle. We are delighted to read that you had a wonderful stay at the property, it was comfortable, clean and well presented. It is lovely to read that you found the property to be located in a pretty Cotswold village with an inviting pub at the end of a scenic walk through the hills. We look forward to welcoming you back to the Cotswolds soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Steve P.
30 Jun 2025
Fantastic Place to Stay
What a fantastic place to stay! Elmley Castle is a charming village with a good pub within easy walking distance of the property, a quiet base from which to explore the many Cotswold towns and villages, all within easy reach by car. The property itself is beautifully presented and furnished to a high standard, providing everything you could possibly want in a holiday home from home. With great outside space to the rear it provides privacy and tranquility, perfect for winding down at the end of the day. The owners live on site and were very accomodating, but never imposing.
We'll definitely be back next time we visit the Cotswolds.
Steve P.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2025
Thank you Steven for your review of The Byres. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be fantastic, beautifully presented and well equipped. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
14 Jul 2025
Stay at The Byres
Stayed for a week in very hot weather. Fans provided and lovely shady seating area in peaceful garden much appreciated. Beautiful barn conversion was high spec and very well equipped. Location was perfect with Worcester, Tewkesbury, Stratford Upon Avon and Cotswolds villages all easily reached in around a 30 minutes drive. Lovely quiet and private setting with own parking area in village with pub serving great food a 5 minute walk away. Good supermarkets a very short drive away, Waitrose was our favourite! Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend.
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul 2025
Thank you Rosalyn for your review of The Byres, Elmley Castle. We are delighted that you had a lovely stay and found the property to be cosy and clean. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sarah W.
5 May 2025
perfection
What a gem of a property. Fabulous location in a chocolate box village. It provided all we needed and the massive garden was a absolute delight for our spaniel.
The local pub was welcoming and served good traditional meals.
Walking from the barn was in abundance.
Highly recommend this home from home
Sarah W.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May 2025
Thank you Sarah for your review of The Byres. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be a gem and in a fabulous location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
30 Sept 2024
September stay
Beautiful cottage in a fab village with a great pub.
Some really good walks around the village.
Good location for picking up all the tourist hot spots in the Cotswolds.
Stayed at the end of September and the weather was cool and rainy however the cottage was lovely and warm with good heating nicely furnished and very comfortable beds.
Would recommend!
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept 2024
Thank you Stephen for your review of The Byres. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be beautiful, comfortable and in a great location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
We had a lovely week at the Byres, its is a superb cottage & was ideal for the 3 of us (elderly Mum, me & partner). We especially loved the gorgeous, quiet, private garden, a perfect place to sit out in and enjoy BBQs.
The Queen Elizabeth Inn is very convenient & great for beers and excellent food, with friendly staff.
The barn is in close proximity to the key Cotswolds villages as well as many other attractions.
It was an excellent choice and we would definitely stay there again.
Gaynor C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2024
Thank you Gaynor for your review. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be superb, ideal for your party and to be in a good location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Judith W.
15 Apr 2024
Excellent Cottage
Loved our weeks stay at The Byres, Elmley Castle, its centrally heated which makes it extremely comfortable.
Also the fact we could do some washing is a great benefit
The Byres is in a quaint little village although no shops only The Queen Elizabeth Arms which serves fabulous food.
You definitely need a car to drive to the scenic towns of the Cotswolds
Judith W.
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Apr 2024
Thank you Jack for your review The Byres. We are delighted to hear that you loved your stay and we hope you will be back to stay again soon!
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