The Hay Barn in Chester | Must-See Cheshire Hot Tub Cottage

About The Hay Barn

The Hay Barn is a stunning converted barn located on the outskirts of Chester in Cheshire. This beautifully renovated one-bedroom retreat sits in peaceful countryside yet remains just 5 miles from Chester city centre. Perfect for those wanting to escape without being completely cut off from civilization - like when you tell your boss you're "working from home" but you're actually sipping prosecco in a hot tub.

Set in idyllic grounds complete with an orchard and carved wooden animal trail, this property offers a unique countryside experience. Wildlife cameras are positioned throughout the grounds, letting you spy on the local barn owls, alpacas and other animals from the comfort of your sofa. The Park and Ride at Upton is nearby for easy access to Chester, while Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet is perfect for those who prefer retail therapy to actual therapy.

The accommodation features a super-king-size bedroom with zip/link option that can be converted to twins on request. The open-plan living space includes a fully-equipped kitchen with electric oven, dishwasher and all essentials. Underfloor heating keeps everything toasty while the Smart TV and WiFi ensure you're not completely disconnected from the modern world.

Chester Zoo is a must-visit (2 miles away, 10-minute drive), while the historic walled city of Chester (5 miles, 15 minutes) offers excellent shopping, dining and Roman ruins. Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet (4 miles, 12 minutes) provides retail therapy and the beautiful Welsh countryside is just a short drive away. Four pubs serving food lie within 2 miles when you can't be bothered to cook.

The Hay Barn offers the perfect blend of luxury and rural charm. The private hot tub in your gated courtyard is ready the moment you arrive - ideal for couples seeking a romantic getaway or solo travellers needing to decompress from city life.

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Need To Know

✓Underfloor heating
✓ Electric oven and hob, dishwasher, fridge, Smart TV, WiFi
✓ Fuel and power included in rent
✓ Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓ Off-road parking for 1 car
✓ Gated front courtyard with hot tub which will be ready to use as soon as you arrive
✓ Carved wooden animal trail
✓ Wildlife cameras are set in the grounds with viewing available in the property
✓ Opportunity to meet the animals that live onsite
✓ Sorry, no pets and no smoking allowed
✓ Shop within 1.3 miles, pub within 1.7 miles
✓ Within 2 miles of Hoole
✓ Four pubs serving food within 2 miles
✓ Chester city centre 5 miles
✓ Note: Check in is after 4pm
✓ Please be advised this property is only able to accept Monday and Friday check-ins

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What Guests Love

Discover why our guests keep coming back to The Hay Barn

Hot Tub Relaxation

The private hot tub is ready upon arrival. Guests love unwinding in the bubbles after exploring Chester or shopping at Cheshire Oaks.

Wildlife Webcams

The property features wildlife cameras showing barn owls, birds and alpacas. Many guests were captivated watching owl chicks hatching and feeding.

Quality Furnishings

Exceptionally high-quality fixtures and furnishings throughout. The super-king bed gets special mentions for comfort in many reviews.

Thoughtful Extras

Welcoming touches like prosecco in the fridge, tea selections and biscuits make guests feel special from the moment they arrive.

Perfect Location

Peaceful countryside setting while being just minutes from Chester, Cheshire Oaks and motorway connections for exploring further afield.

Friendly Owners

Matt and Rachel receive consistent praise for their helpfulness, communication and genuine care for their guests' comfort.

Getting To The Hay Barn

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach The Hay Barn by car, head towards the outskirts of Chester near Upton-by-Chester. The property is easily accessible from major routes and you'll have convenient off-road parking for one car upon arrival.

By Train

For those traveling by rail, Chester railway station is approximately 5 miles away from the accommodation. From there, a short taxi ride will take you to your countryside retreat.

Off-road parking for one car

Chester station (5 miles)

Located on outskirts of Chester

Attractions & More Nearby

Everything you need within easy reach

Chester Zoo

Distance: 2 miles

CH2 1EU

Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet

Distance: 4 miles

CH65 9JJ

Chester Cathedral

Distance: 5 miles

CH1 2HU

Countess of Chester Country Park

Distance: 2.5 miles

CH2 1UL

Chester City Walls

Distance: 5 miles

CH1 1QQ

Grosvenor Park

Distance: 5.2 miles

CH1 1QQ

Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet

Distance: 4 miles

CH65 9JJ

Chester City Centre Shops

Distance: 5 miles

CH1 1HS

Broughton Shopping Park

Distance: 7 miles

CH4 0DR

Upton Park & Ride

Distance: 1.5 miles

CH2 1HB

Chester Railway Station

Distance: 5 miles

CH1 3DR

Liverpool John Lennon Airport

Distance: 25 miles

L24 1YD

Chester Zoo

Distance: 2 miles

CH2 1EU

Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet

Distance: 4 miles

CH65 9JJ

Chester Cathedral

Distance: 5 miles

CH1 2HU

Countess of Chester Country Park

Distance: 2.5 miles

CH2 1UL

Chester City Walls

Distance: 5 miles

CH1 1QQ

Grosvenor Park

Distance: 5.2 miles

CH1 1QQ

Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet

Distance: 4 miles

CH65 9JJ

Chester City Centre Shops

Distance: 5 miles

CH1 1HS

Broughton Shopping Park

Distance: 7 miles

CH4 0DR

Upton Park & Ride

Distance: 1.5 miles

CH2 1HB

Chester Railway Station

Distance: 5 miles

CH1 3DR

Liverpool John Lennon Airport

Distance: 25 miles

L24 1YD

Is The Hay Barn Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

While The Hay Barn is primarily designed for couples, it does accommodate children. Kids will love the carved wooden animal trail in the grounds and watching wildlife on the in-cottage cameras. The owners sell a storybook called "Fudge's Evening Adventure" with proceeds going to Alder Hey Children's Charity. Chester Zoo is just 2 miles away.

For Couples

The Hay Barn offers an ideal romantic escape with its private hot tub, super-king bed and peaceful setting. The bottle of prosecco waiting in the fridge sets the mood perfectly. After exploring Chester or shopping at Cheshire Oaks, couples can stargaze in the orchard or unwind in the hot tub. The quality furnishings and thoughtful touches create a truly special atmosphere.

Pet Friendly

The Hay Barn does not allow pets. This property maintains a strict no-pets policy to ensure the accommodation remains suitable for guests with allergies. If you're looking for a pet-friendly option, you may need to consider alternative accommodations in the Chester area.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at The Hay Barn

The Wheatsheaf Inn

Located 1.7 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: CH2 4EE

Becky's Kitchen

Located 1.5 miles from your accommodation.

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The Frog Pub

Located 1.8 miles from your accommodation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about The Hay Barn

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

Yes, The Hay Barn features a private hot tub in the gated front courtyard. It's ready to use as soon as you arrive, so you can start relaxing immediately.

Is it pet friendly?

No, The Hay Barn does not allow pets. The property maintains a strict no-pets policy to ensure the accommodation remains suitable for guests with allergies.

What's the bedroom arrangement?

The cottage has one super-king-size bedroom with a zip/link bed that can be converted to twin beds on request. This flexibility makes it suitable for couples or friends sharing.

Are there any special features at the property?

The property has wildlife cameras set up around the grounds with viewing available on the TV. Many guests particularly enjoy watching the barn owls and their chicks.

What amenities are included?

The Hay Barn includes underfloor heating, a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, Smart TV, WiFi and high-quality bed linen and towels. All fuel and power costs are included in the rental price.

How far is Chester city centre?

Chester city centre is approximately 5 miles from the property. You can drive there in about 15 minutes or use the nearby Upton Park & Ride for convenient access.

What check-in days are available?

The property only accepts Monday and Friday check-ins. Check-in time is after 4pm to ensure everything is perfectly prepared for your arrival.

Is there parking available?

Yes, The Hay Barn has dedicated off-road parking for one car directly outside the property. The parking area is secure and convenient for unloading luggage.

The Hay Barn Reviews

Very nicely looked after cottage and grounds, generally to a very high standard. Although I thought both the bed & sofa were past their best for support, but there were plenty of cushions to make it acceptable

Andrew

These hosts went by above and beyond with fantastic accommodations the small touches where second to none love are stay and will definitely go again.

Lovely home away from home. Very friendly hosts, perfect location for us. Very quiet, comfortable and clean.

Very friendly owner, nice to have tv channel dedicated to the wildlife. Excellent location for zoo and Cheshire oaks,the zoo was our main reason for visiting this location. Also took owners recommendation and ate at the Chester Fields excellent meal here

Christine

Cottage everything we needed, comfortable , clean beautiful surroundings . We had a small issue which was dealt with by the owner . We found it very relaxing and having the Hot Tub was an added bonus never had one before, would highly recommend this cottage . Loved our stay thank you to the owners

Victoria

Wonderful stay. A home away from home, we will be coming back for sure. Perfect location for Cheshire Oaks and Park and Ride at Upton. We had a wonderful weekend away. Matt was really helpful and communication before our stay was great.

Fantastic property in a fabulous location. Very relaxing. Loved the wildlife webcams. Lots of lovely touches that made our stay welcome.

Yasamin

My husband and I spent our honeymoon at the Hay Barn. We both absolutely loved the place and felt comfortable most of the time. Overall we really enjoyed our stay and the hosts were very lovely and took care of maintenance issues very fast. We had a bit of trouble turning down the temperature and keeping the heating off, the dials were confusing but other than that, the only complaint we have is the lack of a washing machine. However, these are minor issues to us and we would definitely come back!

Valerie

We thoroughly enjoyed our week at The Hay Barn. Matt and his wife were extremely kind and helpful, particularly to my disabled husband, and in keeping us updated when a problem arose. We were fascinated by the web cams, the owls were wonderful. Becky's Kitchen is also very good. Excellent week. Thank you!

Beautiful little cottage fully equipped with everything you need. Close to Chester, Upton park & ride and the Cheshire Oaks Outlet center.

We loved our stay in the Hay Barn. The accommodation is amazing. The bed, the shower, the hot tub and the living area were perfect and up to a very high standard. Even provided a cot and high chair free of charge. Great communication throughout. Wonderful first holiday for our 8 month old daughter.

Tracey

Extremely nice cottage very clean! Hot tub lovely! Parking is a bit tight so take a small car!

We had a perfect break at The Haybarn. Everything was great. Loved the tale of Fudge so bought a book as a reminder of the lovely carvings. Owl cam was brilliant. Totally beautiful cottage.

Very pretty little cottage with everything you could possibly need! The little welcome basket and personal touches within the cottage made our bank holiday weekend great. Highly recommend x

Great holiday cottage, clean, comfortable, warm and with good facilities, even had a bike rack complete with lock!

This cottage was everything we dreamed of nothing less than fantastic what I did like were the small touches of bottle of presseco in the fridge the Easter egg these little things made our weekend I will defo be telling our friends about this place the one small thing which did not bother us was the tv in the bedroom did not work but not really a concern well thank you for a smassing stay I would give it 11 out of 10 thank you again. Tony and Trish

Absolutely fantastic little place. Clean, comfy and gorgeous. Fantastic hot tub, good location. Couldn't of had a better time.

Miss Hannah

Fantastic weekend here. Cottage was immaculate and had everything you could need. The hot tub was an amazing bonus too. Close to local amenities, and to Chester itself including the local attractions. Also great location for access to North Wales. Loved it! Would 100 recommend it! Will definitely return. Ive been raving about it to my friends and family. Thank you so much for the best stay!

Top quality on everything, beautifully decorated.

Robert

Fabulous cute ottage. Immaculate. Lovely grounds. Perfectly central and closw to Chester City, Zoo, Cheshire Oaks, Park & Rides and other places. Loved the link to view the hosts animals on the tele. Sad we left before knowing if Mummy Llama managed to feedbond with her baby Only one very minor point. Hot tub off at 10pm is far too early for tourists on holiday. By the time you get back from activities and feed it leaves no time to enjoy. Stay in lots of hot tub places reason we pay more for a tub and never known this very early cut off time. We would still recommend and wish to come back with friends if the hot tub time is expanded. If you are not bothered about the hot tub it is a perfect setting.

Andrew

We had a wonderful stay at the Hay Barn. Probably the best accomodation standard we have stayed in. The webcams were a bonus and we watched the owls hatching and feeding.

Jennifer

A lovely short stay in the Hay barn, bed was super comfy and the welcome bottle of fizz was a nice surprise!

This was an amazing place to stay. I would happily go again. It was a nice location away from everything but still close to everything you would need

Lovely little property. Easy to find whilst being close to Chester and motorway access. Clean, comfortable and timely communication with the owner when needed. Would recommend. Thanks.

The owners was very friendly and helpful. The welcome pack they did was such a lovely suggestion and I will definitely be retuning and recommending to friends and family. Had such a lovely weekend away for my partners birthday and overall the weekend was perfect

Andrew

Lovely cottage very well situated for all local amenities and places to visit

Great little place, enjoyed every bit of it, would highly recommend, definitely coming back in the future!

Thomas

Fantastic couple of days break. The cottage and surrounding area was beautiful. Also not to far from Chester. The owners we more than helpful with any requests.

Michael

We stayed here whilst we were waiting our house sale to go through and we are so pleased we made the choice to stay here. Firstly the owners are really lovely genuine people who will do anything for you. I did not ask them for much as to be honest there was nothing we needed yet the young man owner who I would see regular on the farm and he was such a pleasant man and there were two men in fact who were both very nice. The accomodation was absolutely beautiful and had the very best quality furnishings from bed linen to toilet brushes everything was quality. The whole experience was fabulous for me as I've just left East Sussex where I was a Radiology Nurse and the last two years have been dreadful therefore to be at these cottages to truly relax in awesome surroundings away from hospitals and patients and Covid was just amazing. I was initially worried about my partner as he is slightly infirm being 88 years however it was perfect for him. I didn't use the jacuzzi as its not my thing however all these little quality touches made the place special. It is a spectacular hideaway in a truly awesome setting. Although I'm moving to a new home here I'd love to come back stay a night or two late Summer. Thank you to the owners and the young man who Is one of the owners,you have a really lovely well thought out amazing place. I hope to come back again just for an odd day or two. Kind regards Michael

Arrived at short notice, the owner made sure the place was warm. Was lovely and clean , fantastic property. Loved the old beams in the bedroom, huge bed , beautifully furnished, lovely peaceful location. Would highly recommend. Thank you for a fantastic stay

Excellent quality of build, warm, clean and super location. Sofa cushion seating a little squishy so not good for the back.As previous people feedback, it really could do with a simple blind on the bathroom window. However, everything else was brilliant and really enjoyed our stay.

Needs a blind in the bathroom, had to improvise with a towel. Also appeared to be no shaver socket. Extremely quiet and clean. Very well presented. Would definitely recommend to others

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The Hay Barn, Chester

About The Hay Barn

Need To Know

More Cottages With Hot Tubs You May Like

What Guests Love

Hot Tub Relaxation

Wildlife Webcams

Quality Furnishings

Thoughtful Extras

Perfect Location

Friendly Owners

Getting To The Hay Barn

By Car

By Train

Attractions & More Nearby

Is The Hay Barn Right For You?

For Families

For Couples

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Wheatsheaf Inn

Becky's Kitchen

The Frog Pub

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

The Hay Barn Reviews