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A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

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Exterior Front, Princess Elizabeth at Sudeley Castle, Bolthole Retreats
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Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 471 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
  • Sudeley Castle
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Cheltenham Racecourse
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Prescott Speed Hill Climb
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Oxford (OXF)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

Bedroom #2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom #1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

Named after Princess Elizabeth, who visited the castle on several occasions and who would later in her life become the infamous Queen Elizabeth I of England, this lovely cottage was originally part of a paper mill, which was restored to make two cottages (Lady Jane Grey and Princess Elizabeth) and two apartments (St Kenelm and Oliver Cromwell), preserving the original exposed walls and beams throughout. (St Kenelm sits directly above Princess Elizabeth and Oliver Cromwell sits directly above Lady Jane Grey.)

The accommodation is arranged over two floors. Guests enter from a covered porch into a small hallway, with handy coat hooks, and pass-through to an open-plan and very well-equipped kitchen with under stairs storage (baby and cleaning equipment). The kitchen windows look out onto the private courtyard.
Off the kitchen, and down three stairs, is the dining area with a large oak table, comfortably seating 4 guests. At the end of this large open-plan space is the living area, which leads out to the private courtyard.
Upstairs there is one double bedroom a king-size bed and one spacious twin bedroom, as well as a family bathroom with a full-size bath and over-bath shower.

Ground Floor

Kitchen:
The kitchen at Princess Elizabeth is very well equipped, with plenty of storage space in the distinctive, off-white cabinets with wooden work surfaces. The kitchen has all the appliances, cookware, crockery, and glassware you need for a self-catering holiday, including a Neff cooker, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, toaster, kettle, washing machine/dryer, and Nespresso coffee machine. A welcome pack of teabags, Nespresso coffee pods, hot chocolate, milk, biscuits, jam/honey mini pots, boiled sweets are provided for your first day at the Cottage. (See ‘Facilities' above for further details.)

Living/Dining Area:
Step down from the kitchen area to the dining/living area which is dominated by the paper mill's original stone wall. The dining area has a large circular oak table, seating 4, while the other end features a large, sink-in sofa + 2 armchairs, a flat-screen TV and DVD player, and oak coffee table. Double doors lead out to the courtyard with a table and seating, the perfect place to relax in the evening sun after a day exploring the Cotswolds.

First Floor:

Bedroom One:
This pretty bedroom features a king-size double bed with an oak bedstead and headboard. Facing the river at the rear of the property, with a large sash window, this bedroom is light and bright with plenty of storage space in an ornately carved hanging cupboard and bedside cabinets with reading lamps, and a lovely dressing table with a large fixed mirror.

Bedroom Two:
A spacious twin room, with the beds arranged to provide some privacy between guests. This front-facing bedroom features original oak beams, a decorative original fireplace, and the mill's exposed stone walls. Guests share a dressing table with a fixed mirror, while each bed has its own bedside table and dimmable reading lamp.

Family Bathroom:
The pretty bathroom with Shaker-style panelling and the exposed stone wall has a full-size bath with an over-bath shower, a large sink with a mirror and shaver point, a dual flush toilet, and a heated towel rail. Handy hooks on the door are provided for your clothes or robe. Complimentary toiletries are provided including hand soap, shower gel, handwash, vanity kit, shower cap, and toilet paper.

Outside
Guests have access to Princes Elizabeth's private, gravelled courtyard with a table and seating for four.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

About the area

Cheltenham

Located in Cheltenham, this cottage is in a rural area. Sudeley Castle and Hailes Abbey are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Toddington Narrow Gauge Railway and Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway. GWSR Broadway Station and Walks With Hawks are also worth visiting.
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Cheltenham, Gloucestershire

What's nearby

  • Sudeley Castle - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cheltenham Racecourse - 11 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Prescott Speed Hill Climb - 14 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Cheltenham Town Hall - 14 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Cotswold Farm Park - 16 min drive - 19.8 km

Getting around

  • Toddington Railway Station - 9 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Black Gold - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The King's Head - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Black Gold - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Winchcombe Folk and Police Museum, St Peter's Church Winchcombe and Belas Knap. Sudeley Castle and Hailes Abbey are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Bolthole Retreats

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Bolthole Retreats was founded in 2017 by Martin McWilliam and is based in Cheltenham.

We are the leading independent agency for Cotswold holiday rental properties. We work closely with owners and housekeepers to ensure that guests have a truly memorable stay.

We pride ourselves on our local knowledge, whether it be of a local farm shop, cycle routes or events. Our aim is to enable guests to have the opportunity to enjoy authentic Cotswold experiences, from the Cotswold experts, in a lovely Cotswold property that suits their needs.

What makes this property unique

Princess Elizabeth Cottage is a charming and carefully restored, 2-bedroom cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 1 king size double room and 1 twin room, with 1 family bathroom. The cottage is a semi-detached (alongside Lady Jane Grey), two storey property with a fully-equipped modern kitchen and a spacious living and dining area that leads out to a private courtyard with seating. Upstairs are two comfortable and well-appointed bedrooms and a modern bathroom with a fixed shower over a bathtub.

Guests staying at Princes Elizabeth enjoy complimentary (other than separately ticketed events) day-time entrance to Sudeley Castle & Gardens during the open season.

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