Byways in Madresfield, near Malvern | Must-See Worcestershire Hot Tub Cottage

About Byways

Byways is a beautifully restored timber-framed cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Madresfield, Worcestershire. This semi-detached property sits on the Madresfield Estate and combines period features with contemporary comfort. The cottage has been refurbished to an exceptional standard while maintaining its historical character.

The location is authentically rural. You're adjacent to a working dairy farm with dog-friendly public footpaths crossing the estate. The Malvern Hills AONB is just 2.4 miles away. Worcester city centre is 10 miles distant.

Four bedrooms include one king with ensuite, two twins (convertible to super-kings) with one ensuite and one single with optional z-bed. All beds have luxury Hypnos mattresses. Three bathrooms feature underfloor heating. The games room has sofas, beanbags, Smart TV, dartboard and football table. There's a wood-burning stove in the sitting room and a wood-fired hot tub in the secure garden.

Malvern town (2.4 miles, 8 minutes) offers shops and restaurants. Worcester Cathedral (10 miles, 20 minutes) showcases medieval architecture. The Three Counties Showground hosts regular events. The Knapp and Papermill Nature Reserve provides woodland walks.

Perfect for families and groups wanting space to spread out. Three dogs welcome in the large fenced garden. Byways delivers quality accommodation for exploring Worcestershire.

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At Sykes Cottages

Need To Know

✓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
✓Three well-behaved pets welcome
✓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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What Guests Love

Discover why our guests keep coming back to Byways

Wood-Fired Hot Tub

The wood-fired hot tub takes time to heat but guests love using it daily once warm, especially during summer evenings in the secure garden.

Spacious Games Room

The dedicated games room with dartboard, football table, Smart TV and comfortable seating keeps all ages entertained throughout the stay.

Secure Dog-Friendly Garden

The large fenced garden is perfect for dogs to run freely and for throwing balls, with three pets welcome at this property.

Luxury Hypnos Mattresses

Every bedroom features premium Hypnos mattresses and quality bedding, ensuring exceptionally comfortable sleep for all guests throughout their stay.

Generous Welcome Pack

Guests receive bacon, sausages, eggs, milk and bread on arrival, with estate-produced sausages particularly praised in reviews.

High-Standard Refurbishment

The timber-framed cottage has been restored to exceptional standards, combining period features with modern luxury and thoughtful finishing touches.

Getting To Byways

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Byways by car, take the A4104 through Madresfield village in Worcestershire. The cottage is easily accessible from the M5 motorway and you'll have convenient off-road parking for three cars upon arrival.

By Train

For those traveling by rail, the nearest station is Great Malvern, just 2.4 miles away and a short taxi ride from the accommodation. Worcester Foregate Street station is 10 miles distant with regular services.

Off-road parking for three cars

Great Malvern station (2.4 miles)

Easily accessible from the A4104

Attractions & More Nearby

Everything you need within easy reach

Malvern Theatres

Distance: 2.4 miles

WR14 3HB

Worcester Cathedral

Distance: 10 miles

WR1 2LA

Three Counties Showground

Distance: 3 miles

WR13 6NW

Malvern Hills AONB

Distance: 2.4 miles

WR14 4LG

The Knapp and Papermill Nature Reserve

Distance: 4 miles

WR6 5JB

British Camp (Herefordshire Beacon)

Distance: 5 miles

WR13 6DW

Waitrose Malvern

Distance: 2.5 miles

WR14 2YE

Tesco Superstore Malvern

Distance: 2.8 miles

WR14 1QP

Malvern Town Centre

Distance: 2.4 miles

WR14 2YD

Great Malvern Station

Distance: 2.4 miles

WR14 3AT

Madresfield Village

Distance: 0.5 miles

WR13 5AJ

Worcester Foregate Street Station

Distance: 10 miles

WR1 1DT

Malvern Theatres

Distance: 2.4 miles

WR14 3HB

Worcester Cathedral

Distance: 10 miles

WR1 2LA

Three Counties Showground

Distance: 3 miles

WR13 6NW

Malvern Hills AONB

Distance: 2.4 miles

WR14 4LG

The Knapp and Papermill Nature Reserve

Distance: 4 miles

WR6 5JB

British Camp (Herefordshire Beacon)

Distance: 5 miles

WR13 6DW

Waitrose Malvern

Distance: 2.5 miles

WR14 2YE

Tesco Superstore Malvern

Distance: 2.8 miles

WR14 1QP

Malvern Town Centre

Distance: 2.4 miles

WR14 2YD

Great Malvern Station

Distance: 2.4 miles

WR14 3AT

Madresfield Village

Distance: 0.5 miles

WR13 5AJ

Worcester Foregate Street Station

Distance: 10 miles

WR1 1DT

Is Byways Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

Children love the games room with dartboard, football table and Smart TV. The large secure garden is perfect for ball games and outdoor play. A highchair is provided for younger guests. The single bedroom can accommodate a child's z-bed. The hot tub is popular with older children under supervision. Malvern Hills offers family walks and Worcester Cathedral has interactive displays.

For Couples

Couples appreciate the peaceful rural setting adjacent to the working dairy farm. The wood-burning stove creates a cosy atmosphere for evenings in. The wood-fired hot tub offers relaxation under the stars. The king bedroom with ensuite provides privacy and comfort with luxury Hypnos mattresses. Malvern Hills walks and local pubs make perfect day trips. The cottage's high-standard refurbishment adds romance.

Pet Friendly

Up to three dogs are welcome at Byways. The large garden has secure fencing perfect for dogs to run freely and play. Dog-friendly public footpaths cross the adjacent Madresfield Estate for excellent walks. A secure shed stores outdoor equipment. Guests consistently praise the garden's size and security. The rural location means minimal traffic. Extra charges apply for pets.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Byways

The Mayflower Chinese Restaurant

Located 2.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: WR14 2YA

The Nags Head Malvern

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Byways

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

Yes, Byways has a wood-fired hot tub discreetly placed in the garden. It takes several hours to reach temperature initially but can be maintained with a few logs daily.

Is it pet friendly?

Yes, up to three well-behaved dogs are welcome at Byways. The property has a large secure fenced garden perfect for dogs to run freely.

How many people does Byways sleep?

The cottage sleeps up to 8 people across four bedrooms: one king ensuite, two twins (convertible to super-kings with one ensuite) and one single with optional child's z-bed. All beds feature luxury Hypnos mattresses.

What facilities are in the games room?

The games room includes comfortable sofas, beanbags, a Smart TV, dartboard and football table. It's a separate space from the main living areas.

Is there parking at the property?

Yes, there's a spacious private driveway with ample parking for three cars. A secure shed is also available for bike storage.

What heating does the cottage have?

Byways has central heating throughout, a wood-burning stove in the sitting room and underfloor heating in all three bathrooms. Wood and kindling are provided for the stove.

How far is Byways from Malvern?

The cottage is 2.4 miles from Malvern town, approximately 8 minutes by car. Worcester city centre is 10 miles away, around 20 minutes' drive.

What's included in the welcome pack?

Guests receive bacon, sausages, eggs, milk, bread and other essentials on arrival. The estate-produced sausages are particularly popular with guests.

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Byways Reviews

Denise

Lovely house and garden,beautiful decor,furnishings etc. Comfy beds,all very clean and well maintained.The games room and hot tub were great,as mentioned by others the hot tub does take some hours to heat up,but well worth it when done.The welcome basket was nice and the breakfast items in fridge plus milk. The only negatives we found were lack of kitchen items,most places we stay have more condimentseg. oil,sauces etc.and provide more than 1 toilet roll per bathroom plus kitchen sprays etc.but that's our view, but fortunately shops not far away for purchases.Lovely walks for family and dogs from doorstep,lots of interesting places to visit.Very peaceful spot,occasional waft from the dairy farm and noise from the cows but that is stated in details.All the family enjoyed a lovely long weekend and celebrated a daughters 40th birthday .

Andrew

The accommodation was excellent. Very spacious both internally and externally, certainly a good garden if you would be staying with a dog. The accommodation was very clean and all of the bathrooms are of a good size and powerful showers. The Games Room is an added bonus which we really enjoyed. The communication with the letting team was also excellent with very quick response to any request we had. The only downside was the woodfired hot tub. Even after 4 hours of trying to get it warm it was, at best tepid. To actually enjoy the hot tub you would certainly need to put the effort in. So, if the hot tub is a big factor in selecting a venue you may wish to consider options, but for everything else you would not be disappointed booking Byways. It really is excellent accommodation.

Beautiful house in a fabulous setting everything we needed was there. It was in easy reach of local facilities as well as the wonderful Malvern Hills.

This is a beautiful property in a great location for visiting RHS Malvern, climbing the hills, lovely restaurants and places to visit. The beds were extremely comfortable and everyone commented on how well they slept on them. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and made even more special through being able to visit Madersfield Court whilst we were there A stunning and homely property in an exceptional setting. Highly recommend and may well be visiting again next year! Happy for the following to not be published, but shared with the owners A couple of things would have made it better having a few more basics in the kitchen eg more sugar, cooking oil maybe, salt and pepper. A Nespresso or similar machine would be amazing too Found these in a lot of properties we've stayed in recently and it has been a real bonus. Cafetieres are not the same sadly Also, the lounge soft furnishings appeared clean and were comfortable, but could do with a good airing or cleaning maybe? My daughter has very mild allergies to dust etc, but after a very short time sitting in the lounge her eyes were streaming and she was sneezing, so could not sit in there. We have recently lost our dog and she was not allergic to her or any other dogs, so couldn't be dog hair as we know it is a dog friendly property. Also she has no problem with feathers if that is in the filling We struggled to put our finger on what was causing it, but she reacted very quickly once she sat down in there and she was fine everywhere else! Thought it best to mention it. Hope you don't mind. Otherwise we were very happy with the property

We had a terrific stay at Byways. We were a group of 7 with 2 dogs. The property was lovely and in a perfect location for easy access to Malvern Hills and The Cotswolds. We also enjoyed some nice trail runs and walks around Madresfield. The property was spacious, well appointed, and very clean. The games room was a great touch, especially on the one rainy day. We experienced the same difficulties as others with the hot tub, and ended up giving up with it, but this is the only minor issue on what was otherwise a great stay. We would highly recommend.

A beautiful property in a wonderful location. We had an excellent time and really enjoyed the sausages which was a lovely touch. The garden was perfect for our big Labrador and secure.

We had a great stay at Byways. Plenty of space, warm and cosy. The hot tub took a while to heat up but then retained heat and was roasting hot for the next few days. Games room is completely separate, so a great room for the teens to hang out careful not to lock the key in there like we did!. Unexpectedly loved the darts and table footie! Beds super comfortable. Kitchen very well resourced for cooking. We loved it!

Jonathan

Byways Cottage was perfect for our preChristmas family get together! The description of the facilities was accurate and the equipment in the kitchen was everything we needed. The location was perfect for The Malvern Hills and Worcester. Our first granddaughter loved the Cathedral Christmas trees. Overall, all of our family had a relaxing and comfortable stay.

Maureen

Byways was an excellent choice for a family get together, spacious well decorated, clean and many little thoughtful gestures including Christmas decorations. The table was also laid for Christmas dinner, it looked stunning. The takeaway from the Mayflower was very good. The fish and chip delivery was also the best that I've tasted for a long time Sorry I can't remember the name of the takeaway . Byways is ideally situated for the many amenities offered in Malvern and the variety of shops. Altogether an excellent holiday venue

Beautiful old cottage, very well equiped. Lots of space for us, visiting with our extended family. Hot tub, games room & garden were well used. Lovely quiet area. We had a fantastic time and would recommend

We had a wonderful time at Byways. It's the best holiday home we've ever stayed in. Very comfortable and in a lovely location. We hope to return one day.

Russell

Enjoyable family gettogether. Perfectly comfortable in all respects! Only disappointment was our Saturday walk into Malvern. Three Choirs Way is very close to Byways but first field to cross is marred by slurry. If part of estate then please improve footpath. Walking directions to central Malvern would be appreciated.

Byways was very comfortable and a great size for 6 adults a toddler and 3 dogs. The garden was ideal, large and very secure. The wood burning hot tub was well used, took a good few hours to warm up, but then we topped it up daily with a log or two and used it most evenings. The cleanliness, behind bedssofas and doors wasn't great, and there was a shortage of tea spoons and dishes. But overall an amazing place to stay and we all really enjoyed ourselves. Madresfield butchers and grill did a fantastic Sunday lunch, and the staff were lovely. The sausages we were given to try at the house were very good too.

Gillian

We loved our stay at Byways the house itself is very well maintained and beautiful, in a very peaceful area and not far from towns or pubs to eat in. Loved the hot tub and loved all the little touches, like the wood that was available for the fires, even kindling and matches. We also loved the welcome pack and the sausages were gorgeous. Thanks for making our holiday so enjoyable.

Carolyn

The property was spacious and comfortable, with a large lawn which was enjoyed by dogs and our grandson. Weather was very hot for much of the stay and we used the BBQ most evenings and relaxed outside. Brilliant location for exploring the area. It was our first visit to Malvern and we hope to return.

Lovely property, very comfortable and very clean, would definitely return. Thank you.

We had a wonderful time with our family celebrating my sons 26 birthday. Great house, furnishings and decor. Wonderful hot tub and games room. We hope to visit you again in the future. Thank you very much

Heather

A beautiful topnotch property. We stayed in 2024 for a few days and loved it so much we came back in 2025 for a longer stay! Spacious, beautifully and thoughtfully furnished, lovely secure garden dog friendly and we made good use of the hot tub and games room. Lovely area with lots to do and explore. Thank you to all who look after the house for all you do. Im sure well be back again!

A lovely property semi detached in a great location for exploring the area. Plenty of room for our large party to spread out ! Good WiFi . Would have been great if there was table tennis in the games room , but the games room was still well used. Hot tub took a couple of days to get to the temperature we wanted 39c but once there was used daily . Just needed a few logs each day to maintain the temperature . The very hot weather all week helped to keep it warm. Dog friendly with a secure, fenced ,large garden for our dog . Large enough to throw a ball a long way ! . Lovely walks from the house. House very clean but some deeper cleaning at times would not go amiss skirting boards dusty for example in places, but nothing major. Would definitely return .

Byways was one, if not the best presented holiday lets I have ever stayed in. The facilities were first class and exactly as described on the website the stay wasn't cheap but proved good value for money. A representative from Madresfield Estate, the owner, was readily accessible to answer queries and to take orders for the Estate butchery. The house is well located for the Malvern Hills and Great Malvern area, with supermarkets close by. A particular pleasure was the constant supply of heat and hot water, an area where many owners fall short in an attempt to save expense. Not a criticism, more of a 'heads up', don't assume you will find a few tea bags or a crafty bag of sugar left by previous renters at the back of the cupboard as you'll be disappointed, so travel with, or be prepared to buy everything you need.

Wonderful stay thank you. Property very comfortable and well equipped, would recommend to anybody.

A lovely house in a lovely village but it lacks hanging space for clothes. Otherwise well equipped.

It was perfect. Exactly as described. Well equipped, great enclosed garden and very dog friendly. Very comfortable and loved the comfy chairs for reading and relaxing. The sausages were a great addition to the welcome pack. The hot tub was a success too. My grandsons appreciated the games room.

Nicola

This is a beautiful cottage, well equipped in beautiful surroundings. Highly recommended. Everything youd need. Modernised to a high standard.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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Byways, Madresfield

About Byways

Need To Know

More Cottages With Hot Tubs You May Like

What Guests Love

Wood-Fired Hot Tub

Spacious Games Room

Secure Dog-Friendly Garden

Luxury Hypnos Mattresses

Generous Welcome Pack

High-Standard Refurbishment

Getting To Byways

By Car

By Train

Attractions & More Nearby

Is Byways Right For You?

For Families

For Couples

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Mayflower Chinese Restaurant

The Nags Head Malvern

The Unicorn Inn Malvern

Frequently Asked Questions

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