Woodend Farm Barns - The Grain Dryer
Forest of Dean
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The Forest of Dean and its borders draw visitors year after year, whether for walking, cycling, or simply breathing in the countryside. The Grain Dryer is a converted barn on working farmland near Malvern that lets a large group have the whole place to themselves. It sleeps 13 across five bedrooms and four bathrooms, so there's plenty of space without cramping.
Ground level holds the heart of it: an open-plan kitchen, dining and living area with full-size oven, hob, dishwasher and everything else needed to cook properly. A pool table and table football sit in one games room; a projector and Xbox occupy another. Upstairs are the five bedrooms, each with its own bathroom. The top floor has a bunk bed arrangement for children. Outside there is a six-person hot tub, a sitting area with barbecue, and parking for three cars. A travel cot and highchair are on hand if needed. Electricity, heating, bed linen, towels and wi-fi are all included. No smoking throughout.
Large family gatherings, milestone celebrations and groups of friends all work well here. The farm itself is yours to wander, and from this location you can reach the Cotswolds, the wider Forest, and the Welsh borders within a reasonable drive.
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What's on offer
Check-in & check-out
Arrive after 15:00 Depart before 10:00
🚭 No smoking, please
What guests say
We had an absolutely amazing long weekend celebrating a 60th birthday with 12 adults, 1 teenager and 3 children at Woodend Farm. It was perfect place to stay from when we arrived until we left. A huge garden with uninterrupted views of the Malvern countryside and an amazing hot tub, that everyone thoroughly enjoyed. Every room was unique in the way it was decorated, a huge lounge and dining room which unfortunately we hardly used as the weather was so good. Maaike met us when we arrived which was lovely, she arranged a bee tour on the farm for some of us which was a great and memorable experience. We would thoroughly recommend this to anyone who is looking to stay somewhere that is in the countryside, in a unique house and wanting to get away from it all with friends and/or family.
a month ago · via Google
Gorgeous farmhouse, fantastic size to accommodate large family bookings. So much to do at the house, we didn’t need to venture out to local places as everything was there to keep all ages busy (toddlers, young children, parents and grandparents. The large hot tub was a hit, with all the garden toys options we spent most of our time outside. Games room was great for the older children and adults. Large dining room would fit us all for mealtimes and living room for chill out times. Would definitely return! Host Maaike was very accommodating and informative from the get go.
2 months ago · via Google
We stayed here for a family get together for a sixtieth birthday , there was 17 of us with an age range of 6 months to 72. The farm house is lovely clean and spacious, a lovely hot tub, beautiful garden and views. We were fortunate that the weather was lovely and we spent a-lot of time outside, plenty of seats for all. Maaike is on hand Iff we needed anything. Lovely touches of a fruit bowl and a sweets and biscuits. We had a great time. Thank you
3 months ago · via Google
Exceptional stay – highly recommended! We had an absolutely fantastic 3‑night stay at Woodend Farmhouse Stays with 10 adults, 3 children and 3 dogs, and it couldn’t have been better. From the moment we booked to the day we left, Maaike was brilliant. She sent us a comprehensive and very helpful guide ahead of arrival, and still took the time to personally meet us when we arrived, which was such a lovely touch. The house itself is stunning. The bedrooms are beautiful, with brilliant décor and everything you could want – super snuggly duvets, pillows and blankets. All of the other rooms are spacious, comfortable and fully kitted out with everything needed for a large group stay. The hot tub was a fantastic addition, and Maaike made sure everything was perfectly maintained throughout our stay. We also loved meeting Pepper the dog, the ultimate sheepdog, who came to visit us daily and quickly became part of our experience. A real highlight was the farm’s eco‑friendly approach – especially feeding the pigs with our leftover food scraps, which everyone loved. It’s clear how much care and thought has gone into making this a welcoming, sustainable and memorable place to stay. We couldn’t recommend Woodend Farmhouse Stays highly enough and would love to return!
4 months ago · via Google
Guests mention this farmhouse offers spacious, well-equipped rooms and a large hot tub, along with a beautiful garden and farm for exploration. They also highlight the thoughtful touches, such as a welcome basket and coffee bar, and appreciate the accommodating and helpful staff.
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