Sykes Holiday Cottages is an independent holiday cottage rental agency, with the finest selection of holidays across the UK and Ireland. Whether it’s a family-friendly holiday, a pet-friendly holiday or an activity and adventure-filled holiday, find your ideal UK break with Sykes Holiday Cottages. Our sister brands include Abersoch Quality Homes, Best of Suffolk, Carbis Bay Holidays, Character Cottages, Coast and Country Cottages, Coast and Country Holidays, Cornish Cottage Holidays, Dream Cottages, Heart of the Lakes, Helpful Holidays, Hideaways, Hogans Irish Cottages, John Bray, Lakes Cottage Holidays, Lake District Lodge Holidays, Lakelovers, Manor Cottages, Menai Holidays, Northumbria Coast & Country, Welsh Coast and Country Holidays and Yorkshire Coastal Cottages, and our family extends as far as Bachcare in New Zealand.

The Barn consists of an open-plan living space with kitchen, dining and sitting area, featuring a range oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, and dishwasher, plus woodburning stove and TV. The bedroom is a king-size with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC and hair dryer, serviced by a cloakroom. Outside, there is a private entrance to the patio with furniture. One well-behaved pet welcome, but sorry, no smoking. You'll find a shop within 0.9 miles and a pub within 1.1 miles. WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen, and towels are all included in the price. The Barn is a superb base for exploring Worcestershire and beyond. Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping Bond of 100 GBP. There is free parking on site for up to two vehicles.

Astwood Bank is a well-established village on the northern edge of Worcestershire, sitting just a short drive from Redditch and within easy reach of Birmingham. It has the feel of a place that knows exactly what it is: traditional, practical, and quietly self-contained. The village centre offers everyday essentials, including local shops, pubs, takeaways, and schools, all stitched together by a strong community spirit that hasn’t been over-polished for tourists. Surrounded by open countryside, Astwood Bank provides easy access to walking routes and rural lanes, while still benefiting from excellent road and rail links nearby. Redditch brings larger supermarkets, leisure facilities, and a train line to Birmingham New Street, making commuting straightforward rather than heroic. For days out, the Worcestershire countryside, Stratford-upon-Avon, and the Lickey Hills are all within comfortable reach. Astwood Bank suits those who want village life without isolation, a proper place to live, not a theme park version of one.