Greyhound Barn

4.1★

16 Guests
8 Bedrooms
9 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

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* Based on a combined average customer score

68 Customer Review(s)

Marilyn
October 2024

“For small children the lack of outdoor space would be disappointing .”

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

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

- Marilyn, October 2024
Andy September 2024

“Owner really friendly and attentive to our needs and when some of our party arrived late offer to drive them to venue that the rest of the party were a look ready at .”

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- Andy, September 2024
Mary August 2024

“We had a brilliant family reunion week at Greyhound Barn.”

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!

- Mary, August 2024
Zara March 2024

“A perfect place for a large family gathering.”

We loved the games room.

- Zara, March 2024
Susan February 2024

“The size of the property was great for our large family group.”

The kitchen was well stocked and the living and dining areas were ideal. We were impressed with the welcome treats. Some of the bathrooms had minor problems with leaking showers but we all had a great weekend.

- Susan, February 2024
Joan October 2023

“Accommodation was ideal for our group however there were a few issues.”

The main concern was the showers. Clear instructions were given that they may take a while to heat however some rooms had problems - Pheasant was too hot to get in, Hare was extremely hot and the extractor fan did not work resulting in a lot of stream, Owl the shower tray filled very quickly and leaked onto the floor, Otter and Squirrel also extremely hot showers resulting in a lot of steam. The result of all the steam on Sunday morning was that the fire alarm went off. The owner was quick to come round and said that it was probably due to the steam. A couple of other hiccups the light in Fox shower was a bit unreliable would not always turn on, only one plug socket seemed to work. The downstairs living room fire door handle not very secure it came off a couple of times. The details given re what to bring said there will be basic cleaning supplies and we would need to bring our own. There were a few cloths but no washing up liquid or cleaner for our use on arrival The starter pack of dishwasher tablets consisted of 1 tablet. Maybe it would be better to say no cleaning materials.

- Joan, October 2023

Thank you for your feedback on Greyhound Barn, we have been busy reviewing our guests comments and we would like to let you know that we have made changes based on your feedback All of the showers have been replaced so they no longer have temperature control issues, this in turn has sorted all the steam issues. We have also addressed the electrical problems you mentioned, we have replaced light fittings and plug sockets to ensure they are all working. We have replaced several doors and door handles so they are now all secure. The welcome pack has been changed to include more basic cleaning supplies. We have also taken extra steps and replaced a few appliances wand generally updated the property. We are very sorry that you experienced a few issues but we hope that your stay was otherwise enjoyable and that you had a great time! Property Owner
Pat September 2023

“The cottage is in a lovely village and has good facilities.”

However it was not very well presented. We found a used face mask in the accessible bedroom and a used towel left behind the door in “owl” room. The decor was tired and some showers needing a deep clean.

- Pat, September 2023

We're glad to hear you had a great time in our lovely village! We really are hidden away in the country side. We are sorry to hear that the cleanliness of Greyhound Barn was not up to our usual high standards. we have spent time ensuring that we have more checks to prevent this kind of issue again and have spent some time giving the property a good overhaul to ensure our cleanliness and appearance of the barn is to a great standard! Property Owner
Nick September 2023

“We felt that the property was very basic and a bit tired.”

We did not feel it had been cleaned thoroughly Some of the showers had mould around the bottom and one of the showers leaked badly. There was a broken door handle on one of the en-suites. There were cigarette butts at the top of the steps outside the games room which had not been swept up - none of us smoke In the bedroom we used there was an old face mask on the floor It served its purpose enabling our family to get together and we had a good time despite the limitations of the property We did not think it was value for money (2 night stay)

- Nick, September 2023

We are very sorry that you felt this way about the barn, we have taken your feedback seriously and acted upon it. We have replaced all of the showers and give the property a really good deep clean to bring it back up to our high cleanliness standards. We have also replaced several doors and handles. We are glad to hear that your family did have a good time and we would love to welcome you back in the future. Property Owner
Kay September 2023

“The barn is a lovely old property but could really do with a revamp.”

Showers are very small and leak.They are also quite shabby.The tap in the upper kitchen rid jot turn off and a few door handles are loose. My major concern is some of the patio furniture which Is broken and needs tipping and quite dangerous. The barn is in great location and with a little bit of work is a great location for a large party.

- Kay, September 2023

Thank you for your feedback on greyhound barn, We hope that you had an enjoyable stay. We have listened to your feedback and made improvements in the Barn to ensure that our future guests don't come across these issues, we have remove all damaged furniture and replaced it. We have also replaced all the showers and had a plumber address any other leaks or damaged taps. Property Owner
M August 2023

“Generally we were very happy with our stay at Greyhound Barn.”

Just a couple of comments. It was surprising to find so few wine glasses for a property for 16 people. plenty of other glasses, but only about 6 wine glasses. The dining room chairs needed re-gluing to firm them up. Otherwise it was a well stock kitchen, and delighted to have in induction range cooker. The leisure facilities upstairs were excellent and a lot of fun was had.

- M, August 2023

Thank you for your feedback on greyhound barn, We are happy to hear your party had a great stay! Thank you for bringing it to out attention about the wine glasses, we have now ensured we have more than enough. we have also checked our chairs and given the kitchen some new equipment. We are otherwise glad t that the rest of your stay was great and you made good use of our facilities. we would love to welcome you back in the future. Property Owner
Joanna August 2023

“As previous holiday makers have said the cottage is in a great location, however we had several issues with the cottage that were shared with the owner.”

Owl room, the mattress was old and any movement causes noise and disruption for either person to sleep. The hot tap on sink loose and rotating in its socket and the toilet seat was loose. Otter room, the shower leaked from below tray so unusable and hair in sink plug. Badger room, loose electrical socket by bed, the shower cubicle doors do not close and the shower sealant is stained and there was hair in the sink plug. Fox room, theTV in the room was on the opposite side to the aerial so unusable as TV as owner did not have an aerial lead long enough to reach it. Courtyard, the cushions for chairs around the table were stored in a broken plastic outdoor storage box which was flooded so cushions wet and mouldy. The plastic rattan on base of the sofa was broken and the umbrella shade was on the floor and covered with algae. Kitchen, the bottom of one of the two freezer doors was broken so would not open. Games room, the TV remotes did not work. The property had dust behind and under most objects/pieces of furniture. Paintwork was shabby and the small grass area in the garden/courtyard was overgrown. All the ensuite bathrooms had no windows and not one of them had a functioning extractor fan so consequently all a bit musty and damp feeling and bath mats were fraying at the edges. We reported the issues to Sykes and the owner and have been told that the issues we raised have been addressed however we would not return to this property.

- Joanna, August 2023

Thank you for your feedback on greyhound Barn. We are very sorry to hear that you experienced many issues. We have taken your feedback seriously and acted upon it. We would not want anyone to experience this. A plumber has been in and replaced the hot tap and toilet seat, they have also addressed any other plumbing issues and replaced all the showers and sorted the doors that didn't close properly. We have also addressed any electrical issues and replaced the plug sockets, and lights that were not working. We have given the property a good overhaul and a deep clean to ring it back up to its usual standards of cleanliness, last year was a super busy year with almost consistent back to back bookings throughout the year. WE have ensured we have a large DVD collection and all TVs in the bedrooms are able to play DVDs , not all are connected to the aerial as we want to reduce the amount of wires and inconvenience of weirdly placed TVs, We do however have incredibly fast Wi-Fi that will allow you to stream anything online! We have also removed the damaged furniture outside and made it a more pleasant area. for our guests to relax! We have also replaced the fridge with a new one and provided batteries in-case the remotes die for future guests. Again we do apologise that your stay was not to our usual standards but we do value your feedback and have acted upon it. Property Owner
Irene May 2023

“Greyhound cottage was excellent accommodation for our large party, generously proportioned property with nice bedrooms and a well equipped kitchen.”

Very nice outdoor space to sit in the sunshine. Lots of off road parking too. There were some niggles however, a few of the shower trays leaked and the shower doors did not close on one cubicle. The floor in one shower room had a hole where a foot had gone through the linoleum, presumably as a consequence of the wetness affecting the boards underneath. ( photo of this available if required) A wall plug was loose on one bedroom wall and a pull switch was loose in another shower. However we had a fabulous stay, the barn was clean and comfortable and we would stay again if party numbers so dictated.

- Irene, May 2023

We are really happy to hear you had a wonderful stay at Greyhound Barn! Thank you for your feedback, we have been and replaced the showers to ensure they do not leak and have repaired the bathroom floor where there was a hole. we have also been and sorted the electrical issues. your valuable feedback has let us know about the issues to address. We would love to welcome you back to Greyhound Barn in the future. Property Owner
Rachel November 2022

“We had a lovely stay in Greyhound barn, the owner was on hand to help with local information, the house is perfect for large groups, it was clean , warm and had plenty of equipment.”

Greyhound barn is in a beautiful village in a perfect location. We had regular visits from a handsome cat called Harry who kept us very entertained. Thank you everyone who made our stay so comfortable.

- Rachel, November 2022
Andy October 2022

“Fantastic property which was perfect for our extended family to stay at for our sons wedding.”

Comfortably accommodated 16 and never felt like we were on top of each other. Grand kids loved Harry the cat just watch when you go out that he hasn’t snuggled down somewhere. Just one suggestion maybe some hand soap and a few cleaning materials would be helpful especially if like us we were only there for 2 nights. Overall we would highly recommend

- Andy, October 2022
Stephen September 2022

“A very well presented holiday cottage in a lovely location, the amenities were very good and the rooms were spacious and comfortable.”

i would recommend this establishment to friends and family. One slight drawback is perhaps the shower drain away could be bettered to allow faster draining of the shower trays. Otherwise a very enjoyable experience

- Stephen, September 2022
Jeanette August 2022

“The positioning of the property made it ideal for visiting Cotswold towns and attractions.”

It was extremely well equipped and the kitchen area and garden were great for a family get together. The welcome gift was super and we certainly made the most of it We enjoyed our stay immensely and would certainly recommend the property as a place to stay

- Jeanette, August 2022
Chris April 2022

“14 of us had a very pleasant stay at Greyhound Barn!”

After 2 years of not being able to meet up and then our booked property being taken out of commission by the owners last December it was a relief to find a property large enough for us all with en-suite rooms. We enjoyed the large lounge upstairs for the whole group to meet up in the evenings and also the cosy front lounge to relax in. Bed linen and towels fresh although a couple of bath mats needed replacement. Although clean to the eye a bit of deeper cleaning under beds and furniture moving might not go amiss. More clarification about refuse disposal would help as, coming from different authorities where rules vary, it seemed seemed out of date. An extra bin for recyclables inside would be helpful. A good location with good walks and The Village Pub for a meal out so accessible with very pleasant staff who were mega helpful. Although there is an outdoor area with rattan furniture there is no garden as such. We were able to sensibly park 7 cars on the property with no problem. Would we go again........definitely!

- Chris, April 2022
Valerie April 2022

“This was an ideal property for our large family group of 12 ( 3 generations with ages 17 months to 74 years).”

The first floor lounge with games tables proved especially popular. Plenty of bedrooms with all of them en-suite. A couple of showers were rather slow to drain meaning care had to be taken to avoid overflowing onto the floor. The kitchen is very generously equipped with plenty of cutlery, crockery and best of all several very large saucepans. Plenty of fridge and freezer space. There are two fridges in the kitchen plus a smaller one in the first floor kitchenette. However only one small empty double wall cupboard which was insufficient for all our grocery provisions. Also we found no instructions for operating the cooker so there was some frustration involving trial and error when using the hob. However overall everyone agreed that Greyhound Barn provided perfect accommodation for our family get together, located in a beautiful part of the country.

- Valerie, April 2022
Edric February 2022

“Greyhound Barn provided at exactly what we need.”

Our mixture of adults and teenagers needed the huge space it has and each bedroom being en-suite made life so easy. The kitchen dining area space helped family unity and overall enjoyment whilst the relaxing areas and games facilities the opportunity for fun, hope we weren’t too noisy. Ok so the table football was downhill one way and the snooker table always beat the players but this didn’t detract from the fun. We had a wonderful time, thank you.

- Edric, February 2022
Alan February 2022

“Our family of 15 had a great time at the Greyhound Barn.”

Ensuite facilities in all bedrooms were great, a huge kitchen dining area, and, best of all, the enormous sitting room upstairs wirh plenty of settees, a snooker table and table football and still room to spare!. Would definitely recommend.

- Alan, February 2022
Nicholas November 2021

“We have stayed at Greyhound Barn on many occasions.”

This time the general standard was very much improved and a huge effort had been made to improve the showers, renew bedding and freshen the paintwork and decor throughout. Generous heating and hot water and plenty of living space for everyone. The kitchen is quite limited when catering for a large group. Phone signal is very weak, but wifi worked in most areas of the house.

- Nicholas, November 2021
Jill November 2021

“Lack of communication by both Sykes and the owners exacerbated small problems and made them difficulties.”

This was a pity as the administrator very kindly did rearrange beds for us. However, no one gave us the key code so we were forced to leave the house unlocked. This despite many emails and calls to Sykes, the administrator and the owners. Sykes just kept resending their same standard email telling us to get the code from the owner. .... The heating was broken and while we understand the present situation makes it impossible to get repairs done quickly we were promised more heaters but it took more than a day and many phone calls to get just one. Most of our bedrooms and bathrooms were cold. It sounds picky but if you are promised dish washer tablets and there are none and nowhere to buy any ...hand washing for nine people is no one's favourite holiday task. 3 finally arrived with the heater. This was our group's second stay at The Greyhound Barn and we appreciated the improvements but we can't risk another.

- Jill, November 2021

Thank you for your feedback following your stay at Greyhound Barn We do appreciate you coming back to stay with us. We sent out the key safe code to you by email before your stay. Sometimes, these can go to the junk mail in the inbox but we always make sure that Customers have the code before their trip starts The previous Customers had caused some damage to the shower. We did fix this as soon as we knew about it however we didn’t know it was leaking. This has been rectified now by the plumber We do pay to get all the rubbish recycled at the property. We have two bins that are labelled at the property for Customers to use. We did have a problem with the underfloor heating before your stay. This has now been fixed but we did provide adequate heating for your stay to compensate for this There should have been a small supply of dishwasher tablets for you as a starter pack, I am sorry these weren’t available for you. This was an oversight Once again, thank you for your comments regarding the property. We appreciate you taking the time to complete this for us Property Owner
Neil October 2021

“The Greyhound barn is in a great place.”

However there are significant problems with the plumbing, showers and bath leaking onto the floor in several rooms. I have written separately to the owner/admin team highlighting problems that we identified as needing attention. There may be other problems. I would not recommend staying at this property to anyone else until these issues have been addressed

- Neil, October 2021
Mitch July 2021

“Hi our stay was enjoyable very nice place the only comment would be for a large group the washing & drying of clothes was not a adequate and the barbecue could of been bigger.”

- Mitch, July 2021
Keith August 2020

“The cottage and facilities were perfect for the holiday we wanted, but had a more basic and institutional feel than we expected from the description and photos.”

In particular the long ground floor corridor with bedrooms off it seemed clinical. Whilst this was okay for us, it would have been disappointing for someone looking for a rural Cotswold cottage. The only issue experienced that impacted our enjoyment was the unreliable internet connection, with the router regularly crashing. This combined with a lack of phone reception caused communication issues. To be clear, we had a very enjoyable holiday and the location and building suited our needs perfectly.

- Keith, August 2020
Robert March 2020

“We had been to the Greyhound Barn before, so we knew what to expect.”

Lovely big open house with loads of space for a big party. The fact that every room has its own en-suite is a great asset. The owners were attentive and a lovely welcome pack was much appreciated, the home made scones were delicious. The only small criticism we had was that a couple of the beds had seen better days and were a bit uncomfortable for a couple of our party. We probably wont be back next year but definitely look to come again in the future.

- Robert, March 2020
Suzanne November 2019

“Fantastic holiday home for our large family get together.”

Well equipped kitchen, all ensuite rooms and large upstairs lounge which was comfortable and had plenty of seating. The welcome pack was a lovely touch. Only other comments are that it could do with a bit of an update and refreshing, overall this didn't affect our visit. I would highly recommend Greyhound Barn for large parties.

- Suzanne, November 2019
James August 2019

“Fantastic home for a large family get together, with ample room and a well equipped kitchen with endless amounts of cutlery and crockery, making it easy for everybody within our large party.”

The children loved the size of the property and it was great to have 2 separately located living rooms and a really large kitchen/dining area meaning everyone had their own space when required. My only comments would be some of the decor could do with updating, as could the en-suite/wetrooms which didn't really have good enough drainage where no self-contained cubicles were fitted. Overall this didn't affect our enjoyment of the property and i'd highly recommend for large parties looking for a really spacious property. We had 14 people in our party and the house was far from crowded due to the size and space available.

- James, August 2019
Leslie April 2019

“Greyhound Barn was perfect for our large family group, well equipped, and with en suite facilities in each bedroom it meant no sharing, very rare for such a large group and very welcome.”

The owners were very friendly and welcoming and on hand if we needed anything. All in all it made for a great Easter break for the family and the hot cross buns were much appreciated

- Leslie, April 2019
T R April 2019

“Greyhound Barn suited our family holiday perfectly.”

Our three generation gathering enjoyed the space offered inside for the children to run around and our dining arrangement was perfect. We ate inhouse all but one night. The owners were particularly obliging, and it was a pleasure talking to them. Thank you to Sykes once again for excellent service.

- T R, April 2019
Catherine March 2019

“Great value for money; a little shabby in places but this property is substantially cheaper than others of its size in the area.”

We booked Greyhound Barn for a family celebration and stayed two nights. There was plenty of room for 15 people and it was well equipped. The kitchen was a little small for cooking shared family meals but there was plenty of fridge and freezer space and enough room for us all to eat together. The large upstairs lounge was comfortable and had enough seating for everyone. The owners, who live next door were very friendly and helpful and the welcome basket was a lovely touch. It was too cold to use the patio area for sitting or eating outside but this would be lovely in Summer. There was enough parking space on the property for 5 cars and a motorbike. Nice pub along the road but the drinks were pricey. I would recommend this property for large gatherings and good value for money as long as you are not expecting high end fittings.

- Catherine, March 2019
Robert March 2019

“The whole week was very good.”

We had a couples weekend and then a group of guys for Cheltenham races. Everyone was very impressed with the space we all had, en-suite in every room and the huge living area upstairs for us all to relax. The kitchen facilities were up to the standard of our resident chef and the welcome pack was lovely, especially the home made lemon drizzle cake!!! The owner came round early on the Saturday morning to welcome us and assure us that any problems would be taken care of quickly, but no need as all was well. Will definitely like to return.

- Robert, March 2019
Norman February 2019

“Our second visit for a family weekend so we knew what to expect and we weren't disappointed.”

The house was warm and friendly and provided everything we needed (except, perhaps, good wifi) for a successful stay. We had a memorable meal at the Village Pub across the road. Great walks from the door which we did in the snow on a beautiful day. Highly recommended.

- Norman, February 2019
Lena December 2018

“The welcome hamper was very much appreciated.”

Owner knew it was my 70th birthday celebration and included a couple of bottles of 'fizz' along with basics such as tea, coffee, hot chocolate and biscuits on the dining table for us. Both tables were set in festive red and the Christmas decorations added a holiday touch.

- Lena, December 2018
Valerie December 2018

“This is our second year at Greyhound Barn and it is a lovely welcoming property; ideal for large groups and very cosy.”

It was beautifully set up when we arrived with Christmas trees and the table set for dinner. Lovely touches and the owners couldn’t be more helpful and accommodating. I’m sure we’ll be back.

- Valerie, December 2018
Vivienne November 2018

“Greyhound Barn is really well equipped to cater for our large group of 16.”

The spacious lounge and kitchen/diner were excellent and we had everything we needed with the exception of weak mobile phone connections. This is obviously beyond the control of the owners. We would definitely recommend it to friends.

- Vivienne, November 2018
Dorothy November 2018

“We had a warm and friendly welcome from the owner, also a very generous welcome hamper, thank you!”

However, we were told his two family members were available next door should we need anything. We made several attempts to speak to them about a couple of minor issues but no answer despite cars present and lights on. Communal areas are very good. Large kitchen area that easily sat 12, big, comfortable sitting room. The kitchen is very well equipped. En suite bedrooms, unfortunately, were poor. Bedding is tired, flat duvets and pillows we felt were very old. One of our party stripped her bed on departure day to find a very badly stained duvet. We would suggest all bedding needs replacing. The ensuits are extremely small and utilitarian. Only fairly small people could get into the showers and the sinks are tiny. The large bathrooms did help however. There is also a constant very unpleasant smell coming through the sinks and loos, less so in the bedrooms when ensuit doors are closed. Parking was a bit of a challenge! An 8 bedroom house is clearly designed for large groups therefore a number of cars are likely to arrive. Proximity to Cirencester is good and the town lovely, well worth a visit.

- Dorothy, November 2018
Viviane September 2018

“As a returning customer, I was pleased to find that Wifi was working much better than last year.”

I was also happy that they have installed a washing machine, very useful. However, the house was not as clean as last year sadly, especially the lounge upstairs and the cutlery tray in the kitchen. That was a bit disapointing. Also in the Fox room, where I slept, the bed is very uncomfortable, sort of tilting to the edge, which it was not doing in my previous stay. It needs sorting. We are very likely to come again, certainly if the bed situation is sorted. The other guests were happy with their rooms. The redistribution of the seating works well too.

- Viviane, September 2018
Tony September 2018

“The only negative was the WIFI.”

It was a very poor connection and extremely sporadic as regards connecting at all. Some of the housemates had children at home whom they wanted to contact via mail etc but were unable . With the large house, it is likely that there will be other parties with this predicament or work pressures to keep in contact with important issues. . Wifi should be like having a kettle these days - an absolute basic requirement. Apart from this - GB was great !

- Tony, September 2018
Kerry September 2018

“House was in a great location with a lovely pub opposite.”

The living area was great and everyone could sit comfortably. The house could have been cleaner, there were cobwebs on bedside lamps and some of the kitchenware wasn't very clean.

- Kerry, September 2018
Roberta August 2018

“This huge property is a wonderful place for a large party to enjoy time together without being in each other’s way.”

It is roomy, well equipped and clean. Each of the 8 bedrooms is en suite, some with wet rooms, others with showers plus an extra bathroom with a bath. The owners who live in the farmhouse next door are lovely people who were most helpful. Barnsley (Glos) is easy to find and there are lots of attractions and places to see within easy reach. Cirencester is close by with its variety of shops and there is a petrol station and shop just down the hill and an excellent pub in the Village. It is a rural area so do take insect deterrent and a fly swatter.

- Roberta, August 2018
Lauren August 2018

“We enjoyed a family holiday at Greyhound Barn.”

There were 13 of us ranging from 19 months to 72 and the property accommodated us all brilliantly. It's a great spot for exploring the area and there's plenty to do locally within a half hour drive. The outside area was good for playing and relaxing for all ages and we were lucky enough to have great weather so ate outside a lot too. There were a few minor niggles with the property but nothing to stop us having a wonderful holiday and nothing that can't be rectified very easily. The owners were very friendly and helpful and sorted out an issue we had with a shower immediately which was great. We'd certainly recommend it as a holiday destination!

- Lauren, August 2018
Pauline June 2018

“The Greyhound Barn was a lovely place to stay and just right for our group.”

.. Lovely welcome box of goodies and a home made cake

- Pauline, June 2018
Robert May 2018

“This was ideal accommodation for our walking group of 8 'mature' couples.”

The property is well located on the edge of the Cotswolds, very well equipped and spacious. The en suite bedrooms provide independence and privacy, with the additional downstairs bathroom (and upstairs toilet) being a real bonus. The kitchen / dining area enabled us to eat together when we wanted to, or to do our own thing at other times. The huge lounge on the first floor was an excellent place to spend the evenings after a day's walking or after a meal out; the adjacent kitchenette is also very useful, reducing the need to go downstairs for drinks etc. We were very fortunate with the weather so we were able to also make use of the outside area, which is very private and just off the kitchen. We didn't use the smaller downstairs sitting room so much, but it proved useful when setting off on a walk or when returning. As in many rural areas, the mobile phone signal strength in the village is very weak, and with so many people attempting to access the broadband wi-fi simultaneously, that can also be a challenge. Overall, a property with many commendable features.

- Robert, May 2018
Jacqueline May 2018

“This was a fabulous place for a large group of people.”

We were amazed at the size of the property, it seemed to go on and on! Every bedroom had it's own reasonably sized shower room and in addition there was an extra bathroom on the ground floor and WC on the top floor. We had great weather during our stay so spent most of the time in the kitchen/diner which has doors leading straight out to a nice secluded area which is gated so is safe for children / dogs to run around in. We found the kitchen had plenty of equipment for all 16 of us though some of it took some finding! Two fridges was a godsend. The owners live next door and were very welcoming, we appreciated the freshly laid eggs and home made cake left out for our arrival. The only downside for some of our party was that the wifi was rather patchy (although there were some parts of the house where a fairly good signal could be obtained) and because of the great weather some of the bedrooms were rather hot. We would definitely visit again

- Jacqueline, May 2018
Julie March 2018

“WiFi access poor,so not good for people who need to keep in touch ie work or family member .”

- Julie, March 2018
Paul February 2018

“Ideal large & warm house in a beautiful setting, perfect for our family gathering.”

However, some of the mattresses, pillows & towels are in need of replacement.

- Paul, February 2018
Stephen December 2017

“Every aspect as hoped for ,great for the 4 children aged 4 - 12 ( if the kids are happy so are the adults ).”

also good walks for Rufus the springer spaniel would certainly consider this house again if we can gather the clan in the future.

- Stephen, December 2017
Valerie December 2017

“Excellent welcome.”

We hired it for the family at Christmas. The house was decorated with fairy lights, two large well-decorated Christmas trees, and presents were provided for both children and adults under the tree in the main living room. The table was nicely laid up in the kitchen. Very warm, plenty of space and lovely cosy atmosphere in the main living room.

- Valerie, December 2017
Valerie December 2017

“We had a very enjoyable weekend but there was on thing which may stop us from booking there again.”

Two of the beds needed new mattresses and were extremely uncomfortable. Although we were only there for two nights, this was a problem and caused sore backs! One of our party also complained about a damp smell in the wet room. The kitchen was small and not particularly well equipped for a property of this size. There was no washing up liquid and this was a bit of a nuisance but easily remedied the next day. There was a lovely welcome "hamper" when we arrived, including a delicious home made Yule log, and the property had been decorated with Christmas trees etc All of this was really appreciated and gave us a lovely warm welcome. The owner lived next door and he was very friendly and helpful. Given how hard it is to find a property with 8 bedrooms all ensuite and the fact that it was reasonably priced, cosy and comfortable (apart form the beds mentioned!) it was very good value for money. Close to Cirencester and Gloucester. I hope the bed problem can be sorted out. If I am assured that it is, I think we will book again.

- Valerie, December 2017
Richie August 2017

“Fantastic cottage in an excellent location for exploring the Cotswolds.”

The pictures advertising the property don't do it justice as it was far better than expected when we arrived. The fact that each bedroom was en-suite in addition to a house bathroom and house toilet was most welcomed when everyone was getting ready for days out. A well equipped kitchen made food and drinks preparation very easy. There was a BBQ on site for a sunny afternoon outdoor meal and local eatery within 100 yards to give the chef well earned rest too! Days out to Blenheim, Bourton on the water and an outdoor swim in Cirencester were the pick of our week. Thanks for a fab week!

- Richie, August 2017
Marjory June 2017

“Comfortable cottage ideal for a large group, we were a group of 14 French, two English and one dog on an English class holiday.”

There was lots of space to be together to eat and to study. Owners were just next door and helped us out when needed, thank you.

- Marjory, June 2017
Mark February 2017

“This was a fantastic property for our large group!”

We were all amazed by the comfort and luxury of the accommodation, and the beauty of the location too. Every one of our group has told me to convey the most effusive praise and thanks for all your work. (As a sidenote, our only minor criticism is that there was not enough hand soap or toilet paper - it's not a big deal, but in a property so beautiful, and so well-maintained, we thought you would like to know).

- Mark, February 2017
Ruth October 2016

“Fabulous place for a large family holiday.”

The en-suite rooms were all very comfortable and the large kitchen/dining room and lounge gave us plenty of relaxing space. Barnsley itself is a pretty Cotswolds village close to the other lovely villages of Bibury and Burford. We had a delicious Sunday lunch at the Tunnel View Inn, just the other side of Cirencester, which we would thoroughly recommend. All in all a lovely place to stay and would recommend Greyhound Barn if you are a large group of family or friends.

- Ruth, October 2016
Rosemary June 2016

“Greyhound Barn was perfect for our party.”

We loved the massive lounge and used this each evening. The kitchen was well equipped and the interior of the oven was spotless. We used The Village Pub opposite - it was convenient and had excellent food.

- Rosemary, June 2016
Steve April 2016

“An ideal property for a large family group attending a wedding nearby.”

It has a large kitchen dining table that fitted 16 people and a very comfortable lounge with 7 sofas. The place was well heated throughout.

- Steve, April 2016
Serena November 2015

“The property was well presented and very clean on arrival.”

It was cosy and provided our group of 16 with a good base to attend a family wedding nearby. The area is very lovely and worth a return visit sometime.

- Serena, November 2015
Cathy June 2015

“The location of Greyhound Barn in The Cotswolds was very good; near to Cirencester and Cheltenham.”

It was perfectly suited to our group as all 8 (very well presented) bedrooms were en-suite which made it so easy and practical. There was a large well equipped dining kitchen and huge lounge which was perfect for our large group. The owners live next door and were extremely pleasant and helpful. The Sykes website was easy to use, gave very good information about the property and the communication was very helpful.

- Cathy, June 2015
Jennifer April 2015

“We were a family party of 12, the Barn offered us plenty of space and provided games to occupy the children.”

It was in an excellent location in a very nice village, with plenty to do and see in the area. We loved the village of Bibury which is very close to Barnsley.

- Jennifer, April 2015
Philip December 2014

“The property has a fantastic period look but inside has large functional living spaces.”

In particular the kitchen diner and the upstairs lounge. The property is close to Cirencester so supplies were easily obtained yet it was far enough away to give the country village feeling. This property is perfect for large social groups allowing for group meals all together or relaxing in the lounge but then giving bedroom and bathroom space for everyone to have some private space. This property is an absolute tardis of a building that is well maintained and requires you to take only yourselves and the food and drink you need, everything else you may need is supplied.

- Philip, December 2014
Mrs Daw September 2014

“Everything about the accommodation was very good.”

Particularly liked the choice of bed linen and general standard of fabrics and furnishings.

- Mrs Daw, September 2014
Karen August 2014

“We enjoyed our holiday very much and the size of the property was great.”

The area is fantastic and we all had a really good time. I would recommend to anyone.

- Karen, August 2014
Robin March 2014

“I rented Greyhound Barn for my family as it as it was near to the wedding venue and could accommodate us all.”

The basic requirements were all provided and it was adequate for our purposes. The owners have obviously made as great an effort as it reasonable possible.

- Robin, March 2014
Margaret February 2014

“The size of the property was amazing, all of the bedrooms had individual, fully co-ordinated décor.”

The kitchen was immense - 14 of us could sit around the table quite comfortably. The 2 kitchen fridges were useful as was the dishwasher, and the sets of crockery all matched. Upstairs was extremely well furnished - there was a TV, books and jigsaws to pass the time, the younger children loved the games room. As an added bonus, the village pub was literally over the road where we spent a very pleasant Saturday evening celebrating my daughter's birthday.

- Margaret, February 2014
Lucy December 2013

“Well appointed, clean, reasonably well furnished and decorated.”

- Lucy, December 2013
Ralph November 2013

“Large property and plenty of room.”

Family who own property live next door and where very helpful and friendly. Barnsley is a lovely Cotswold Village.

- Ralph, November 2013
Yvonne March 2013

“There were fresh flowers on arrival and the bedding and towels were very clean and attractive.”

Plenty of rooms with individual facilities.

- Yvonne, March 2013
Andrew January 2013

“Friendly, flexible owner.”

Every room has en-suite. Good size kitchen/dining area good for large groups. Large communal lounge. Quiet, rural location. Warm and cosy considering it was about 2 degrees outside. Excellent local village pub.

- Andrew, January 2013

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Summary

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 inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. 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,

The 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.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £300.

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About the location

BARNSLEY, GLOUCESTERSHIRE

Cirencester 4.5 miles; Swindon 18.5 miles; Gloucester 22 miles.

The thriving village of Barnsley lies south of the Cotswold Hills and is surrounded by beautiful countryside and ancient, unspoilt villages, whilst also playing host to an annual village garden festival. Barnsley Park boasts evidence of a Roman settlement and was supposedly enjoyed by the wives of Henry VIII. The village of Barnsley has its own village pub serving excellent food, as well as the 16th century Barnsley House where you can enjoy a day at the luxurious spa or take afternoon tea on the terrace overlooking the attractive gardens. Close by is Bibury, a picture perfect Cotswold village, set in a conservation area, nestling on the River Coln and home to Arlington Row, a 12th century former wool store, now owned by the National Trust. Cirencester, known as 'The Capital of the Cotswolds' is just a short drive away and boasts a rich and well-preserved heritage with a Roman Amphitheatre, Corinium Museum and Abbey Grounds. The Brewery Arts Centre offers visitors a unique arts and crafts shopping experience or visit the Bathurst Estate, home to Cirencester Polo Club where some of the highest levels of polo can be seen. The Regency spa town of Cheltenham, with its Georgian architecture and extensive range of shops, theatres, restaurants and visitor attractions, including the famous Gold Cup horse racing is also just a short drive away, as is the unique Cotswold Water Park, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Britain's largest water park, offering a wide range of activities including boating, water skiing, cycling, golf and horse riding. The area is also host to three nature reserves, all offering many lovely walks. Within an hours’ drive is Stratford-upon-Avon, Oxford, Blenheim Place, Bath and the Malvern Hills and all are well worth a visit.

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Reviews & Ratings

“For small children the lack of outdoor space would be disappointing .”

“Owner really friendly and attentive to our needs and when some of our party arrived late offer to drive them to venue that the rest of the party were a look ready at .”

“We had a brilliant family reunion week at Greyhound Barn.”

“A perfect place for a large family gathering.”

“The size of the property was great for our large family group.”

“Accommodation was ideal for our group however there were a few issues.”

“The cottage is in a lovely village and has good facilities.”

“We felt that the property was very basic and a bit tired.”

“The barn is a lovely old property but could really do with a revamp.”

“Generally we were very happy with our stay at Greyhound Barn.”

“As previous holiday makers have said the cottage is in a great location, however we had several issues with the cottage that were shared with the owner.”

“Greyhound cottage was excellent accommodation for our large party, generously proportioned property with nice bedrooms and a well equipped kitchen.”

“We had a lovely stay in Greyhound barn, the owner was on hand to help with local information, the house is perfect for large groups, it was clean , warm and had plenty of equipment.”

“Fantastic property which was perfect for our extended family to stay at for our sons wedding.”

“A very well presented holiday cottage in a lovely location, the amenities were very good and the rooms were spacious and comfortable.”

“The positioning of the property made it ideal for visiting Cotswold towns and attractions.”

“14 of us had a very pleasant stay at Greyhound Barn!”

“This was an ideal property for our large family group of 12 ( 3 generations with ages 17 months to 74 years).”

“Greyhound Barn provided at exactly what we need.”

“Our family of 15 had a great time at the Greyhound Barn.”

“We have stayed at Greyhound Barn on many occasions.”

“Lack of communication by both Sykes and the owners exacerbated small problems and made them difficulties.”

“The Greyhound barn is in a great place.”

“Hi our stay was enjoyable very nice place the only comment would be for a large group the washing & drying of clothes was not a adequate and the barbecue could of been bigger.”

“The cottage and facilities were perfect for the holiday we wanted, but had a more basic and institutional feel than we expected from the description and photos.”

“We had been to the Greyhound Barn before, so we knew what to expect.”

“Fantastic holiday home for our large family get together.”

“Fantastic home for a large family get together, with ample room and a well equipped kitchen with endless amounts of cutlery and crockery, making it easy for everybody within our large party.”

“Greyhound Barn was perfect for our large family group, well equipped, and with en suite facilities in each bedroom it meant no sharing, very rare for such a large group and very welcome.”

“Greyhound Barn suited our family holiday perfectly.”

“Great value for money; a little shabby in places but this property is substantially cheaper than others of its size in the area.”

“The whole week was very good.”

“Our second visit for a family weekend so we knew what to expect and we weren't disappointed.”

“The welcome hamper was very much appreciated.”

“This is our second year at Greyhound Barn and it is a lovely welcoming property; ideal for large groups and very cosy.”

“Greyhound Barn is really well equipped to cater for our large group of 16.”

“We had a warm and friendly welcome from the owner, also a very generous welcome hamper, thank you!”

“As a returning customer, I was pleased to find that Wifi was working much better than last year.”

“The only negative was the WIFI.”

“House was in a great location with a lovely pub opposite.”

“This huge property is a wonderful place for a large party to enjoy time together without being in each other’s way.”

“We enjoyed a family holiday at Greyhound Barn.”

“The Greyhound Barn was a lovely place to stay and just right for our group.”

“This was ideal accommodation for our walking group of 8 'mature' couples.”

“This was a fabulous place for a large group of people.”

“WiFi access poor,so not good for people who need to keep in touch ie work or family member .”

“Ideal large & warm house in a beautiful setting, perfect for our family gathering.”

“Every aspect as hoped for ,great for the 4 children aged 4 - 12 ( if the kids are happy so are the adults ).”

“Excellent welcome.”

“We had a very enjoyable weekend but there was on thing which may stop us from booking there again.”

“Fantastic cottage in an excellent location for exploring the Cotswolds.”

“Comfortable cottage ideal for a large group, we were a group of 14 French, two English and one dog on an English class holiday.”

“This was a fantastic property for our large group!”

“Fabulous place for a large family holiday.”

“Greyhound Barn was perfect for our party.”

“An ideal property for a large family group attending a wedding nearby.”

“The property was well presented and very clean on arrival.”

“The location of Greyhound Barn in The Cotswolds was very good; near to Cirencester and Cheltenham.”

“We were a family party of 12, the Barn offered us plenty of space and provided games to occupy the children.”

“The property has a fantastic period look but inside has large functional living spaces.”

“Everything about the accommodation was very good.”

“We enjoyed our holiday very much and the size of the property was great.”

“I rented Greyhound Barn for my family as it as it was near to the wedding venue and could accommodate us all.”

“The size of the property was amazing, all of the bedrooms had individual, fully co-ordinated décor.”

“Well appointed, clean, reasonably well furnished and decorated.”

“Large property and plenty of room.”

“There were fresh flowers on arrival and the bedding and towels were very clean and attractive.”

“Friendly, flexible owner.”

Summary

The property

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About the location

BARNSLEY, GLOUCESTERSHIRE