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A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 471 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
  • Sudeley Castle
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Prescott Speed Hill Climb
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Cheltenham Racecourse
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Gloucester (GLO-Gloucestershire)
    ‪49 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.

Property manager

Bolthole Retreats
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
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 - 10 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 - 12.9 km
  • Cotswold Farm Park - 16 min drive - 15.8 km

Getting around

  • Toddington Railway Station - 9 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 68 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 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, Belas Knap and Sudeley Castle. Hailes Abbey is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

7 days stay

Free entry to Sudeley castle is a nice bonus. Assistance with issues (they were only small ones) were dealt with promptly. Good proximity to village and supermarkets
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10/10 Excellent

Excellent stay at Princess Elizabeth Cottage

We enjoyed our stay and look forward on coming back. The cottage had all the amenities as a home with a full kitchen and living room. We also enjoyed the convenient location to the center of town.
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8/10 Good

Enjoyed our 5 night stay.

We had a wonderful time at the Princess Elizabeth Cottage. The setting is second to none. Beautiful scenery and only a 10 minute walk to the castle. The only negatives no dishwasher tablets, and the frying pan was not compatible with the induction stove top.
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6/10 Okay

Great location, but cottage in serious need of maintenance

Princess Elizabeth cottage is in great location near Sudeley Castle, and walking distance to Winchcombe. The location of the cottage is undoubtedly the main positive aspect, as well as the large and well equipped kitchen. The rest of the cottage is unfortunately run down and in serious need of maintenance. The couches are worn out, the brown carpet is also worn out and stained, most windows have black mold on them, one of the beds had missing slats, various things in the bathroom are not working, and generally it needs a much more thorough clean. Overall, this is disappointing and not good value for money.
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

Perfect days

We stayed because we were going to a wedding at Sudeley Castle. Location was perfect, a few minutes drive away. The cottage had everything we needed and was a peaceful retreat at the end of the day.
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6/10 Okay

Princess Elizabeth cottage

The cottage was large enough. the people before us, checked out late, so the cleaning staff were rushing to get it cleaned up for our check in. the floors were not very clean and it looked like something had been splased on one of the kitchen walls. The furniture in the living room, very tired and worn out, not comfortable. One of the dining chairs was all torn. We were disappointed in the cottage`s condition. I stayed at the Gate house five years ago and loved it.
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8/10 Good

Great location

Had a lovely few days at the cottage at Sudeley Castle great location and lovely cottage. Only downside was the accommodation above us we could hear every footstep, chair moving, tv and toilet flushing slightly annoying!
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8/10 Good

Monique L.

Charming Cottage at a beautiful location

Charming Cottage on the grounds of Sudeley Castle less than a 5 minute walk from Winchcombe. For walkers a perfect location as a base. Close to Manu interesting towns and sightseeing.
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10/10 Excellent

Weekend retreat

Lovely stay with girlfriends. Great location. Loved the castle and town. Nice shops friendly people. Cottage well equipped, clean and comfy.
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10/10 Excellent

sudeley castle cottages, princess elizabeth

we had had a fabulous stay at princess elizabeth cottage, cosy & comfortable, getting to places of interest was easy, highly recommendable.
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Wonderful stay

Everything was wonderful . The only issue was the lantern outside that went on and off every 10 seconds and would shine right in bedroom window at night .
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8/10 Good

See below

An excellant cottage with easy parking. The hot tap in the bathroom basin needs urgent attention as the whole tap is loose and could cause a leak. There is a hook missing from the curtain in the rear bedroom. It would be helpful - especially with olde tenants like us 80+ year olds - if there were handholds on the short steps when carrying food for the table from the kitchen. Nothing too intrusive - maybe rope type handholds or some thing similar. We enjoyed our stay and recommended the cottages to friends who also came for Prescott.
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10/10 Excellent

A very nice and idyllic place.

You found every thing you needed in the house. Close to the town center , access to lovely food paths right beside the place, A fine gesture with free tickets to the castle. Can definitely recommend the place/house.
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8/10 Good

Short stay at Sudeley Cottages

Beautifully appointed cottage in wonderful location convenient for castle, walks and Winchcombe. Cottage had everything we needed and more.
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10/10 Excellent

PRINCESS ELIZABETH COTTAGE, BOLTHOLE RETREATS

STAYED AT THE LOVELY PRINCESS ELIZABETH COTTAGE AT BOLTHOLE RETREATS, IT WAS LOVELY AND CLEAN VERY WELL PRESENTED AND COULD WISH FOR A BETTER PLACE TO STAY WILL BE COMING BACK TO STAY WITH BOLTHOLE RETREATS. DEBORAH GRIFFITH
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10/10 Excellent

PRINCESS ELIZABETH COTTAGE, BOLTHOLE RETREATS

STAYED AT THE LOVELY PRINCESS ELIZABETH COTTAGE AT BOLTHOLE RETREATS, IT WAS LOVELY AND CLEAN VERY WELL PRESENTED AND COULD WISH FOR A BETTER PLACE TO STAY WILL BE COMING BACK TO STAY WITH BOLTHOLE RETREATS. DEBORAH GRIFFITH
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8/10 Good

Great Cottage, Terrible Service

We stayed at the Princess Elizabeth cottage for 2 nights just before the bank holiday weekend. The cottage and the small community here is fantastic. An awesome place with great natural beauty. We also got free access to the castle, which was really the point! Now, onto the bad bits. My wife is pregnant right now and it’s late April, so it can get quite cold in the evenings. No problem though (we assumed), as the cottage has central heating. Well, the master bedroom radiator didn’t work. I figured that we’d call the office the following morning and we would make a couple of hot water bottles for the night. But of course, the kettle didn’t work! Maybe an error on the check, but they’ll sort it the next day. We tried the office numbers and everything else the following morning, and nobody answered. I also left a message, and nobody returned the call. It seems like the booking is online, and then you collect the key from a lockbox, and then you never see or here from anyone ever again during your stay. So 2 nights without a kettle or heating in the master bedroom despite paying over 220 GBP a night.
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10/10 Excellent

Beverley Hallam H.

Fabulous cottage in a great location

We had a fabulous stay in the Princess Elizabeth cottage. The location in its own little courtyard and parking is a five minute walk to Winchcombe high street with all its facilities. The cottage itself is very spacious with a large kitchen. Beds are very comfortable. The kitchen has quality equipment and everything you need. The three welcome packs were much appreciated. We made use of the free entry to the castle and had a lovely few hours there . We would certainly stay again.
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10/10 Excellent

Rowena A.

Comfortable, central and we'll furnished abode.

This cottage has all one needs and in a central location for walks, castle, pubs and shops. It is comfortable and spacious with a courtyard garden to enjoy breakfast.
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10/10 Excellent

Duncan G.

Charming cottage in a great location

The courtyard setting of these old but beautifully restored cottages is lovely. The accommodation was clean, very well equipped and very comfortable. We liked Princess Elizabeth as it has a sunny patio to enjoy an afternoon tea or pre dinner drink. The town with several pubs and restaurants is a 5 minute walk so you don’t need to move the car from the ample car park and free entry to the castle is a pleasant 15 minute stroll away.
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6/10 Okay

Paul K.

Was ok

Very nice cottage A bit worn out, hover was broken as was the back door bolts :( :( :( :(
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10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Really well appointed cottage in excellent and quieet location

Good sized cottage with all modern amenities and high quality decor, furniture and equipment. Quiet location with a walled garden and seating area. Plenty of room, parking was easy and plenty of spaces. Perfect base for walks in the area, as well as easy walk into Winchcombe. In fact, the whole experience was so great, we are returning in September. The only area to address is the garden furniture, which needs a coat of varnish and some screws tightening up; a small detail, but would complete the perfection. The info pack in the cottage is really useful with local information and walking routes. Quiet, well appointed, high quality property!
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10/10 Excellent

Antonia W.

Peace and comfort for 3 days

We loved the location in Winchcombe, such a gorgeous village. The accommodation was extremely well set up with everything you could need for a few days. More than most self catering cottages provide. Very comfortable beds (essential) and lots of living space. Only problem, lack of chair or space for cases in the main bedroom, furniture could be improved. But everything else lovely. Definitely recommend.
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8/10 Good

Christopher F.

Good base for short explorations into Cotswolds.

This cottage was comfortable and clean and an excellent base for day trips into the Cotswolds. Small shops were a very short walk away in Winchcombe itself. Bedding, towels and toiletries were good standard. The negatives are few and not serious enough to impact our stay negatively and can be easily corrected. 1: The Television remote needs replacing; button selections are very unresponsive 2: There were no adequate sponges or scouring cloths in the kitchen which made cleaning the dishes and especially the cooking pans very difficult. 3:The induction hob was problematic to use and the electric kettle tended to affect the taste of the water after boiling. 4: The mattresses on our beds were judged to be too soft for us, though they may be perfectly acceptable for someone else. These ''wrinkles'' can be easily smoothed. Our stay was generally a positive experience.
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8/10 Good

Andrew R.

Princess Elizabeth cottage is excellent location

Sudeley cottages are an excellent location for the beautiful village of Winchcombe, which is 5 minutes walk away. It is also a good location to visit other villages( Broadway was beautiful too). There are a number of walks on your doorstep of different abilities. The price of the cottage included unlimited access to Sudeley castle and gardens, which was 10 minutes walk across the field. Winchcombe village had everything you need, shops, small supermarket and a number of excellent pubs and restaurants. We ate at 3 of them, which all had beer gardens and eating inside- good steps in place for social distancing and sanitisation at the moment. Food was good in them all. Particularly enjoyed our meal in the Corner Cupboard pub and the service was excellent in the Lion pub( they also had an app to order drinks outside). The only negative was that Princess Elizabeth cottage and the cottage next door both have an apartment above( Oliver Cromwell and St Kenelm?) As it is an old building, the floorboards above are very creaky and loud. This is only a problem if the person above is an early bird and you are not!! I would definitely recommend the other cottages in the complex, but not this one due to having people above.

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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