Guests say
Greyhound Barn is a spacious and well-equipped property ideal for large gatherings, offering en suite bedrooms and generous communal areas. The location in a picturesque Cotswold village is appreciated, as is the attentive and friendly nature of the owners. Guests have enjoyed the welcome packs and the property's suitability for family and group holidays.
The property generally meets cleanliness standards, but some guests noted areas that could benefit from deeper cleaning and attention, such as dust and cobwebs. A few instances of overlooked items like a used face mask and towel were mentioned.
The property's location is highly praised for its proximity to local attractions, the nearby pub, and the beauty of the Cotswolds. However, some guests expressed concerns about the busy road and limited outdoor space for children and pets.
The property offers comfortable living spaces and bedrooms, though some guests reported issues with mattresses and showers. The large upstairs lounge and kitchen/diner are highlights for comfort and socialising.
Facilities are generally good, with a well-equipped kitchen and ample seating. However, guests have reported maintenance issues such as unreliable internet, leaky showers, and the need for updates in decor and some appliances.
Guests have expressed gratitude for the thoughtful welcome packs, which included items like homemade cakes and festive decorations. While these gestures are warmly received, it is noted that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
This delightful, detached, Grade II listed former hop brewery, part of which dates back to the 15th century, lies in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in beautiful Cotswold countryside, in the village of Barnsley, just four miles from the ancient Roman town of Cirencester. This charming Gloucestershire holiday home boasts attractive, comfortable accommodation perfect for a get-together with family and friends in a stunning part of the country. Offering flexible sleeping arrangements, this Gloucestershire holiday cottage has eight spacious bedrooms, all with en-suite shower rooms. The large first floor beamed sitting room has steps down to the rear garden, whilst the ground floor sitting room has doors to the side patio and has many games, DVDs and a Wii games console for the whole family to enjoy. A well-equipped, large fitted kitchen with dining area makes the perfect place for a long Sunday lunch or celebratory dinner. Outside this Gloucestershire holiday cottage is a private garden with patio area, perfect for a summer BBQ and relaxing with a refreshing drink. The thriving village of Barnsley has a classic village pub, which serves excellent food, or guests may prefer to enjoy a pre-booked relaxing spa afternoon at nearby Barnsley House. Just a little further afield is the Regency spa town of Cheltenham, offering many visitor attractions, an extensive range of shops, restaurants, the Gold Cup horse racing and The Cotswold Water Park with its many water based activities. The area is also popular with walkers, cyclists, horse riders and nature lovers, with the nearby National Arboretum at Westonbirt being home to one of the finest tree collections in the world. This is a perfect Gloucestershire holiday home to be enjoyed at any time of year.
The village of Barnsley dates back to Roman times and is situated south of the Cotswold Hills. Beautiful countryside surrounds the area and there are many unspoilt, ancient villages to visit. Barnsley also hosts a village garden festival every year.
Accommodation
Greyhound Barn has 8 bedrooms all with en-suites across the property.
Ground floor has 1x bedroom and accessible wet room with a ziplock king-sized bed available (can be made into a twin room on request), 3x double-bed rooms with ziplock beds (can all be twin rooms on request), 1x twin room and a family room with a double and a single bed.
Downstairs has a small cosy lounge, fitted kitchen and dining area with glass doors to an outside patio with seating, separate bathroom which includes a bath.
First floor has 1 x twin room and 1 x double room, large lounge with a small kitchenette and separate toilet.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, 3 x fridges, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, 2 x TVs with Freeview, DVD, CD, radio, Wii games console, WiFi, payphone, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Oil underfloor heating.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair.
Off road parking for 4 cars.
Lawned and paved garden to side and rear with furniture.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 3 miles, pub 2 mins walk.
Please note: Owner will take delivery of a pre-paid supermarket shop.
Please note: Mobile signal can be intermittent.
Please Note: car charging is accepted at this property for an additional charge.
Please note: As standard we will make up all rooms as doubles unless notified at least 7 days before your stay,
Reviews (51)
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Marilyn
The teenagers loved the upstairs lounge.It has a good location for nearby attractions and local pub .The closeness to busy road was worrying for dogs and children.We were surprised by proximity of other buildings.Furniture and fixtures looked a little tired compared to other properties we have rented.Howerever, overall we enjoyed our stay and have no real complaints Thank you
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Andy
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Mary
14 of us enjoyed the comfortable beds, attractive living spaces (including the snooker table) and well stocked kitchen. It's great when a large property actually has huge pots and pans for cooking up meals for all! Fridge and freezer space was also generous. The owner gave us valuable advice about the road closure and a plumbing problem was quickly addressed. The surrounding countryside gave us plenty to do. A very happy week for our family!