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A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 3 guests in 2 bedrooms

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
  • Sudeley Castle
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Prescott Speed Hill Climb
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Cheltenham Racecourse
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Gloucester (GLO-Gloucestershire)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom #1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom #2

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom #1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 3 guests in 2 bedrooms

This apartment cottage is named after Prince Rupert of the Rhine, a nephew of King Charles I, who commanded the Royalist cavalry during the English Civil War and made Sudeley his headquarters.
The entrance to the apartment is via one of two outdoor staircases (at each end of the Old Forge) and the shared decking area, which faces a pretty lawn and the footpath to Sudeley Castle.
The first floor has a bright and light open plan living area, dining area and fully equipped kitchen overlooking the main courtyard. A pretty, divided staircase leads up to the double bedroom and family bathroom to the left and the single bedroom (with under-eaves space for a ‘folding' bed) to the right.

Note: the three Old Forge apartment cottages have restricted headroom in parts of the bedrooms and landing areas due to the original oak beams and A-frame structure.

Ground Floor
The living/Dining/Kitchen area is open-plan.
Stepping into the dining area from the decking and outside seating area, you'll immediately be struck by the light and airy feel of this apartment cottage.


Dining Area:
The dining area is furnished with a round, oak dining table and chairs to comfortably accommodate 4 guests.

Kitchen:
The fully equipped kitchen, overlooking the main courtyard, has a country-cottage feel, with fresh off-white coloured and wooden work surfaces. The kitchen has all the appliances, cookware, crockery and glassware you need for a self-catering holiday, including a, oven/hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, toaster, kettle, Nespresso coffee machine and a washer-dryer. (See ‘Facilities' above for further details.) 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.

Sitting Room:
A comfortable sofa, sink-in armchair with a footstool provide plenty of seating for 4 in the carpeted living area. In addition, the living area is furnished with an oak coffee table, occasional tables, a Freeview TV and DVD player. An understair cupboard in the living room houses a travel cot, stair gate, highchair, iron, ironing board, airer, as well as the Welcome Dog Basket (with stainless steel bowl and blanket).

First Floor
There is a divided staircase to reach the first floor.


Bedroom One:
The master bedroom is furnished with an oak frame standard double bed, small chest of drawers, bedside tables and individual overbed lights with reading and room lighting. This dual aspect bedroom, with windows to the front and back, has a small hanging cupboard and hooks to store guests' clothing.

Bedroom Two:
Furnished with an oak frame single bed, bedside table and individual overbed light with reading and room lighting, this is a cosy bedroom with views to the rear over the garden and decking area. Hooks in the main bedroom area are provided for hanging clothes, while an under-the-eaves extension off the main sleeping area houses a chest of drawers and hanging hooks.

Family Bathroom:
Adjacent to Bedroom 2 is the family bathroom, with a large walk-in shower (with a fixed over-head rain shower and detachable handheld showerhead) toilet, sink with shaver unit and heated towel rail.


Outside
Guests of Prince Rupert share a lovely wooden decking area (with the George III and Prince Rupert apartments) that looks out over a communal garden lawn and a footpath that leads to Sudeley Castle. Each apartment has its own private seating area with a table and chairs for 4 guests.

Property manager

Bolthole Retreats
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Cheltenham

Located in Cheltenham, this cottage is in a rural area. Winchcombe Folk and Police Museum and Richard Hagen are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Sudeley Castle and Hailes Abbey. Toddington Narrow Gauge Railway and Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway are also worth visiting.
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Cheltenham, Gloucestershire

What's nearby

  • Sudeley Castle - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Prescott Speed Hill Climb - 9 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Cheltenham Racecourse - 11 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Cheltenham Town Hall - 13 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Cotswold Farm Park - 16 min drive - 15.8 km

Getting around

  • Toddington Railway Station - 9 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Black Gold - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Shutters Inn Gotherington - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kings Head - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 3 guests in 2 bedrooms pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 3 guests in 2 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 3 guests in 2 bedrooms?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 3 guests in 2 bedrooms located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Winchcombe Folk and Police Museum, Belas Knap and Sudeley Castle. Hailes Abbey is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

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6/10 Okay

stephen t.

Castle cottage’s staying at Sudeley

Before booking i knew castle was shut day before but was assured we would have access to some of the gardens around the castle but while staying we weren’t allowed. Building looked very nice on arrival with nice tea, biscuits coffee machine etc. Upstairs two bedrooms unfortunately my wife found a dozen dead flies under pillow and whiskers in shower. Ceiling were very low upstairs but only got scalped once in the bedroom. Kitchen well fitted out with washing machine and dishwasher. The area around Sudeley outstanding.
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6/10 Okay

stephen t.

Castle cottage’s staying at Sudeley

Before booking i knew castle was shut day before but was assured we would have access to some of the gardens around the castle but while staying we weren’t allowed. Building looked very nice on arrival with nice tea, biscuits coffee machine etc. Upstairs two bedrooms unfortunately my wife found a dozen dead flies under pillow and whiskers in shower. Ceiling were very low upstairs but only got scalped once in the bedroom. Kitchen well fitted out with washing machine and dishwasher. The area around Sudeley outstanding.
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10/10 Excellent

Short break with our dogs

Lovely part of the country for a short break. The property was exceptionally clean and we would not hesitate to return in the future
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10/10 Excellent

Tim E.

A pleasant break

We had a 2 night stay which was most enjoyable. The cottage was as described, clean and well equipped. Check in and check out very easy.
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10/10 Excellent

Really well equipped, perfect location and comfortable

Perfect location for the village and walks. Very - very - well equipped, warm and comfortable houses and apartments. I’ve stayed here a few times now and am never disappointed.
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10/10 Excellent

Princely Stay

Lovely stay with our dog. Great walks literally outside your door! The fuse had tripped when we arrived but help was there within a few minutes...so great response to any problems.
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10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

Wonderful place to stay

We stayed here as a base for the Fantasy Forest Festival. Really convenient and comfortable like a home from home.
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10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

Perfect Cotswold cottage

This is a fantastic holiday cottage. Clean, comfortable and very well equipt. Book without hesitate and enjoy your time here.
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10/10 Excellent

A nice property in an ideal location

An ideal property for a couple or a small family. It was very clean and had all amenities especially in the kitchen. It is an old building and that constrains the layout. So people need to be aware that the bedrooms are both small, with little headroom and little storage space. But that is also part of the charm. It is very close to shops and pubs etc. but far enough away to be quiet. Parking was easy. Sudeley castle is a must see, but there are plenty of other things to do in the area. We did some lovely walks straight from the front door.
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10/10 Excellent

Janet J.

Very enjoyable stay

Just a couple of points, not criticisms but it would have been useful to know: To access the cottage there are quite a few steps and I'm not sure that we were made aware of this? Unfortunately every area of the country has different rules regarding household waste and recyling. It would have been useful to have had some guidance in the cottage itself so that we could comply.
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

Beautiful Cotswold Cottage

Beautiful Cotswold cottage in an amazing location. Exactly right for our visit 'back home'. We hardly needed to use the car. It's location on the edge of Winchcombe meant walking into town and into Sudeley Castle was easy, to say nothing of countryside walks. If you're looking for a genuinely peaceful location in a gorgeous setting look no further. The only slight niggle was the toaster didn't work - it blew the electrics each time we tried. I reported it but it wasn't changed for the following day. We used the oven grill instead so no biggie.
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10/10 Excellent

Lovely Property in a Quiet and Pleasant Location

Prince Rupert Cottage turned out to be the ideal choice for a long weekend in the heart of the Cotswold countryside. Just a short stroll from Winchcombe's charming high street and town centre, the property is ideally located for exploring the local area. There are some lovely walking routes nearby, including the public footpaths surrounding the house and grounds of the Sudeley estate (to which guests staying at the cottage are granted free admission). Winchcombe is home to some very nice shops and eateries, and there is also the regular 'W' bus service to Cheltenham which departs from the war memorial bus stop just a short distance from the top of Castle Street. It's perhaps worth bearing in mind that the walk up to the high street involves scaling a bit of a hill towards the upper end of Castle Street. The cottage itself is also accessed via a series of ascending and descending stone steps, as well as a number of additional wooden steps which lead up to the entrance of the property. The cottage is very clean, comfortable and well equipped. Given the age of the property, some of the upstairs floorboards tend to be rather creaky in places, and the low ceiling beams mean having to be a bit careful when accessing one or two of the nooks and crannies in the bedrooms. Unfortunately, the pine chest of drawers in the single room was damaged to the point of being unusable at the time of our visit (October 2023) - an issue which can hopefully soon be resolved. Overall, a very pleasant and relaxing place to stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Beautiful cottage in a wonderful location

The cottage is extremely comfortable, beautifully furnished and VERY fully equipped. Such a great place to stay in the centre of Winchcombe and with free access to the wonderful Sudeley Castle. Lovely pubs, cafes, delis etc. in short walking distance. We recommend 'The Corner Cupboard' and 'William's' in particular. It's worth checking in advance what's open on different days of the week, though, especially out of summer season. Sudeley castle is amazing. It's really worth timing your visit to hear the talk, as it gives you so much background with which to explore the castle. Take a picnic!
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10/10 Excellent

A beautiful cottage, stunning surroundings and a cosy atmosphere in the village

The cottage was absolutely lovely, cute but also very comfy. Further everything you needed was provided. We felt very lucky to stay in this cosy perfect cottage and would always come back to it.Being able to visit Sudeley Castle during our stay without paying was a nice surprise. The pubs in Winchcombe are very open to visitors so that we had several chatty evenings. We recommend the White Heart Inn for its food, its ales and of course for its top atmosphere.
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10/10 Excellent

Great place to visit the Cotswolds

+ Lovely cottage and surroundings, Nicely done up with comfy furniture, books and paintings, Many kitchen facilities, Free entrance to Sudeley Castle (well worth seeing), Wide parking space, Winchcombe is a lovely place as well and has many to do and see nearby. (-) Would be nice to have different bins in the kitchen to sort the garbage, since there are different containers outside. And coming from Sudeley Hill it is likely to oversee the signpost of the site.
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10/10 Excellent

A very nice stay

I stayed for 2 nights at the Prince Rupert cottage. The 3D tour on the website that I used before I made my booking was a true reflection of the cottage and helpful in my decision to book the cottage. I had no problems locating the cottage and accessing the property. The cottage is a short walk from Sudeley castle and restaurants. There is also a small supermarket nearby however a pint of milk and coffee/tea are provided upon arrival. It is in a peaceful quiet area. I was very happy with my stay and I am already looking at booking again for next year.
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8/10 Good

Selina W.

Small cottage , great location

Nice cottage in a great location , cottage is a little dated in decor and does need a touch up with the decoration but was clean and had everything we needed .. great location for staying with pets although it would have been nice had the garden been fenced in . The deck outside was a nice spot for breakfast but in places was rotting so felt a little precarious and wasn’t very clean .. no seat pads for the table and chairs either and the table was old and very weathered . Overall it was a lovely stay as the walks around the property were lovely .
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10/10 Excellent

Fantastic place to stay

Lovely place to stay not far from the bars and shops and plenty of parking highly recommended I will definitely come back
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10/10 Excellent

Jenny K.

Great accommodation, very clean and well equipped.

We had a lovely stay at the Prince Rupert cottage. It was very clean and well equipped with everything you need for a comfortable break away. The location is great for walking. Only 2 minutes from the town as well.
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10/10 Excellent

Alan C.

Short stay at Prince Rupert Cottage

Although the check in time was from 4pm we arrived early (midday) to find that the cottage had already been cleaned and we were able to use it right away. We were pleasantly surprised to see that it was a very modern interior, extremely clean and comfortable with a selection of essentials for tea/coffee/biscuits etc. but also included little things like dishwasher tablets, cleaning products and full set of kitchen items. The bed was very comfortable and the bathroom spacious with separate shower cubicle. We were pleased to see that the TV was very modern and had apps installed for Netflix and Amazon Prime which were easy to log into and use. The location was ideal with it being a short walk to Winchcombe High Street and Sudeley Castle. In summary it was the perfect place to stay for a short visit to Sudeley Castle and/or the Cheltenham area and I would highly recommend it.
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8/10 Good

Prince Rupert at Sudeley Castle, Winchecombe

Very spacious downstairs, and nicely decorated. Well-organized bathroom. Very nice that this lodging comes with free entry to Sudeley Castle. In a lovely courtyard with the other castle rental cottages. I was worried about one bedroom being up the other half of the staircase (halfway down, then up again to the bathroom), but it worked out better than I thought (you can gain momentum going down, that carries you up the other side!) A chair in the second bedroom (at the foot of the twin bed) would be helpful, for either sitting or holding a suitcase. Winchecombe is a lovely town. We spent four nights there, taking walks, visiting the castle, learning the town's history, eating at the local pubs/bakery/restaurants, etc., all without a car. Although the last block up to the town from the cottages is a bit of a climb, for those of us not in the best of shape!

10/10 Excellent

Aurora E.

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

gorgeous

Lovely quiet with great atmosphere.Really cozy and comfy inside. Close to Sudeley Castle and free. The town was really charming
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Excellent stay in a lovely location!

We really enjoyed our stay at the Prince Rupert unit at Sudeley Castle and so glad we booked this place! Wonderful location - quiet with deck facing greenery where one of the footpaths were located, behind some shrubbery for privacy. This is super close to downtown Winchcombe and easy to walk to shops, restaurants, bakery, and market. The unit itself is much larger than we anticipated. The kitchen is updated and included all the amenities we needed for our 2-night stay. Felt really spacious and clean. We appreciated the espresso machine and pods, electric water heater, and pots/pans, serving ware and silverware. The only thing that didn't work perfectly was a leaking kitchen sink faucet that dribbled water continuously. Nice big table in kitchen to have our breakfasts. The living room is small-ish but since it's next to the kitchen, didn't feel cramped. There is a love seat and a side armchair with ottoman that are both comfortable. Bathroom upstairs is nice with only a shower, which worked for us. We slept in the main bedroom (small-ish) with larger bed. The other bedroom with single bed we used as a "closet" to store our luggage since the main bedroom didn't fit these. The only con are the lengths of beds - my husband is 6ft 2in and the beds were too short for him (and there is a foot and head board), so sleeping was unfortunately uncomfortable. Super quiet location for sleeping. Nice restaurants and bakery nearby. Perfect location to access several different footpaths. We did a short 5 mile loop - via the Cotswolds Way to Belas Knap and then back on the Winchcombe Way, which was great. We're glad we rented this unit rather than the Gate House as this felt like it had more privacy. Highly recommended.
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10/10 Excellent

Charming cottage in excellent location

Beautiful cottage with own small decking area outside. Very clean and well maintained. Surprisingly warm and modern inside but with the character you would expect. Big wooden beams along with a rain shower! Perfect for our family of 3. Location excellent with footpaths into the town and only 5 or 10 minutes away (although worth noting quite a steep hill) Some great antique shops and a Nisa local for shopping. Lovely walk through the field in front of the decking to Sudeley Castle which is free for cottage renters. We had a fantastic and peaceful stay and would return again.
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4/10 Poor

Customer service

We arrived on Saturday afternoon. As we tried to put the code number in the lock one of the number stuck. We called few times the mobile emergency number which was given by the booking office. It rang and kept on getting disconnected. I called their other mobile number few times and kept on leaving messages. Nobody got back to us. I was lucky that my son arrived later on and somehow manged to sort it out and we could get to the room. we were at the cottages for 3 days. Nobody called me back. On the wall in the cottage there is a certificate for the Best Customer service!!!!!!!!!!!!! I wonder if they have actually tested the system before award them the certificate

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

Prince Rupert is a dog-friendly apartment cottage, which sleeps 3 guests across one double and one single bedroom. The accommodation is arranged over two floors, with a living area, dining area and fully equipped kitchen downstairs and the two bedrooms and a bathroom upstairs. Prince Rupert is in the converted Old Forge, and an end apartment of three, sharing a decking area with Charles I and George III, with each apartment having its own seating area with views across a lawn to a footpath and woodland.

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

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