A fascinating grade II listed cottage within the heart of historic Chester

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Chester, England

Chester Cathedral8 min walk
Chester City Walls12 min walk
Chester Racecourse15 min walk
Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon)40 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom (Bedroom 2 En suite)

Toilet · Shower only

Ground Floor Separate WC & Basin

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Douglas Cottage is a grade II listed cottage within the City of Chester, designed by the renowned Architect John Douglas. Being of a fascinating fairytale gothic design it features sandstone faced walls with spires and turrets, an Architect’s dream.

You will immediately be struck by the remarkably high quality of accommodation comprising of:-

A most attractive living room with original mullion windows and outstanding fireplace.

Dining room with heavy oak banqueting table and antique oak furniture and double gothic type doors opening to a lovely patio area.

A pristine superbly equipped kitchen with an adjoining utility area and toilet facilities.

A winding staircase leads to the upper floors which feature three immaculately presented comfortable bedrooms.

Briefly, on the first floor we have the superb master bedroom with a turreted reading area with a double Victorian style bedstead. The single bedroom features a cream & brass Victorian style bedstead with a Hypnos pocket sprung mattress. Both rooms share the beautiful main bathroom with shower bath and fully tiled walls.
On the top floor we have the twin bedroom, with 2 x single beds, which also features a superbly appointed en-suite shower room.

Further details

Further Details

All linen and towels (1bath and 1 hand towel per guest) are provided.

End of stay cleaning is included in the rental price but guests are expected to leave the property in a clean and tidy order.

Conditions:-

Strictly no smoking and no naked flames ie candles. No pets. No hen or stag parties and children under the age of 4 years of age.

Further details indoors

You will arrive at Douglas Cottage to find it carefully prepared by the owner and in immaculate condition.
Every detail – the decor and furnishings, local pictures and wall hanging adorn the walls, lamps and clocks etc. makes Douglas Cottage the perfect place to stay and relax.

Further details outdoors

Parking - On street parking by permit is usually available but not always guaranteed - If not we will endeavour to help with alternative parking nearby

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Picturesque Cottage in an idyllic setting

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Over the age of 5 years

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No stag or hen parties

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Chester

Located in Chester, this cottage is in the city centre. Roman Amphitheatre and Newgate are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Chester Golf Club and Vicars Cross Golf Club. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Chester Racecourse or Oulton Park Circuit. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.

Chester, England

What's nearby

Chester Cathedral - 8 min walk
Chester City Walls - 12 min walk
Chester Racecourse - 15 min walk
University of Chester - 19 min walk
Chester Zoo - 6 min drive

Getting around

Chester Station - 8 min walk
Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 3 min walk
Brewhouse & Kitchen - 2 min walk
The Old Harkers Arms - 4 min walk
The Cornerhouse - 3 min walk
The Square Bottle (Wetherspoon) - 2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A fascinating grade II listed cottage within the heart of historic Chester pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A fascinating grade II listed cottage within the heart of historic Chester?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A fascinating grade II listed cottage within the heart of historic Chester?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A fascinating grade II listed cottage within the heart of historic Chester located?

Located in the heart of Chester, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Grosvenor Park, Chester City Walls and Chester Racecourse. Chester Zoo is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away. Chester Station is 8 minutes by foot.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

1 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Christmas in Chester

The house is a beautiful cottage, immaculately decorated with everything you need for a stay. Andy and Barbara are fantastic hosts decorating the house for Christmas so we felt right at home and a lovely welcome basket meant we didn’t have to rush to the store. This house is a 10/10 for us.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

1 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous

Douglas Cottage exceeded expectations. It was delightfully decorated in Georgian and Victorian styles but managed to perfectly combine historical charm with all the necessary mod-cons. The hosts, Barbara and Andrew, greeted us on arrival and showed us around the cottage and explained how everything worked. They thoughtfully saved us a parking spot directly outside the house (residents permit only) and provided us with a lovely basket of goodies. The location is absolutely ideal, about 100 yards from Grosvenor park and the river in one direction and 100 yards to the main High street in the other direction. We stayed for two nights and it was a perfect choice which allowed us to explore Chester on foot without the need to drive anywhere.Despite it's central location we were transported to another time once we stepped over the threshold and I would totally recommend Douglas cottage to anyone wanting a memorable visit to Chester.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graeme F.

4 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Chester Home

Wonderful, quirky holiday home! Super convenient for all of the Chester attractions.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert E.

20 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The “cottage” that is a “castle”

One of those rare occasions when all the elements of a short term rental come together in perfect harmony. The property itself is an historical gem; quixotic architecture, period furnishings and state of the art appliances make for a unique stay far removed from the comparatively bland norm. The delightful hosts were easy to communicate with, provided a warm personal welcome on our arrival as well as a generous basket of groceries. All this located near the heart of this ancient city, in easy walking distance of the park, river, medieval buildings, shops and restaurants.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

catriona h.

14 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful property

The property was immaculate, the location is great & the owners were very helpful. We all enjoyed chilling out in the evening at the property after busy days out, it felt like a real home from home. A two minute walk takes you into the town for restaurants, bars, shops etc but it is so quiet in the property you would never know !

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023