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A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 3 bedrooms

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 475 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

About this property

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You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 3 bedrooms

St. Kenelm is an apartment that was completely refurbished in February 2017, including a new kitchen, bathroom, and soft furnishings throughout. The apartment was restored from a paper mill to make spectacular accommodation with exposed stone walls and original beams. It is named after St Kenelm, who was a member of the royal family of Mercia, a boy king and martyr, who was murdered by an ambitious relative, and his body was transported by the Monks of Winchcombe to become a major shrine.

The accommodation is arranged over two floors. Downstairs comprises of an open-plan lounge, dining area, and fully equipped kitchen, and the apartment boasts views over the nearby river and cottage courtyard.
Upstairs there are three bedrooms. One double bedroom and two single rooms, perfect for friends sharing or children who prefer having some privacy!

Note: due to the number of steps, this property is not suitable for guests with mobility problems.

Please note the apartment entrance is on the first floor up a flight of external stairs. Then there are internal stairs leading up to the apartment.

First Floor

Living/Dining/Kitchen Area:
A bright, well-lit open plan area makes up the first floor of St Kenelm. Comfortable sofa seating for 4, coffee table, Freeview TV and DVD player, and a good-size dining table and bench seating for 4. The kitchen at St Kenelm has a discernible country-cottage feel, with fresh-cream coloured cabinets and wooden work surfaces. The kitchen is complete with a Neff cooker, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, Russel Hobbs toaster + kettle, and Nespresso coffee machine.

Second Floor

Please note that there are steep stairs leading up to the bedrooms and bathroom.

Bedroom One:
A comfortable and bright double bedroom with a beautiful skylight offering views over the cottage courtyard. Complete with a chest of drawers as well as additional hanging space.

Family Bathroom:
Adjacent to the double bedroom is the family bathroom, a bright and modern bathroom with a WC, washbasin, and full-size bath with a fixed overhead shower.

Bedrooms Two & Three:
Almost identical single bedrooms featuring a comfortable single bed each, as well as drawer and hanging space. Both bedrooms benefit from attractive beams as well as a low-level window and skylight.

Property manager

Bolthole Retreats

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 803 square feet

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A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

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  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 84 reviews
A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms
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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

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Cheltenham, Gloucestershire

What's nearby

  • Sudeley Castle - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Prescott Speed Hill Climb - 9 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Cheltenham Racecourse - 11 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Cheltenham Town Hall - 13 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Cotswold Farm Park - 16 min drive - 15.7 km

Getting around

  • Toddington Railway Station - 7 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Black Gold - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Shutters Inn Gotherington - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Kings Head - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 3 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 3 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 3 bedrooms?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 3 bedrooms located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Winchcombe Folk and Police Museum and Belas Knap. Sudeley Castle and Hailes Abbey are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 3 bedrooms Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

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10/10 Excellent

A fantastic stay
We stayed here whilst working at Sudeley Castle for a couple of days and it was fantastic. Clean, comfortable, cozy and a brilliant price. All the amenities you could need, a lovely quiet location, plenty of parking. We loved it.

10/10 Excellent

Robert J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent VRBO in the Cotswolds
We stayed six nights and it was a perfect location. The kitchen was nicely stocked with all plates, cutlery and cookware. Would stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sudley cottages
Lovely clean quite fabulous place couldn't fault it
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Zoe H.

Staying In St Kenelm
We had a lovely stay here; while there were a few cars in the carpark, we didn’t really see anyone else and it didn’t feel busy, which was nice. The location is fantastic for walking and there was plenty to do for the 3 days we stayed. The castle is fantastic and my two boys loved it so much, we visited twice! We also found everyone to be really friendly. The cottage had everything we needed and made for a comfortable stay.
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8/10 Good

Nice holiday cottage
I had a nice stay , good shower , bed and plenty of parking . My only criticism would be the property is look a little tried a could do with some fresh paint also some of the mugs still had tea/ coffee stains in .
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10/10 Excellent

Excellent location!
We booked a 2 night stay and we were very impressed and satisfied with the accomodation throughout. It was a perfect location for walks. The fittings were of high quality as were the kitchen appliances. Overall, we were extremely happy and satisfied with our stay. Thank you!
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4/10 Poor

Jon B.

Was probably nice a few years ago….
Terrible smell inside the fridge so had to clean with antibacterial wipes, poorly maintained (missing tap covers, no privacy film on panel next to toilet, lots of small easy fixable issues) and absolutely full of flies. Left early and emailed company- their response was….thanks for letting us know!
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8/10 Good

Lovely in Spring
We had a lovely stay in May, but I am not sure if it would be lovely all year round. The bedrooms, which are right under the roof, were very warm - in high summer they would be extremely hot. There were also an awful lot of stairs! But apart from that, the apartment was very clean and well furnished; the kitchen was also very well equipped. It's a short stroll into town with some very good eateries and shops and a beautiful walk across to Sudeley Castle. We would definitely consider staying here again, especially as there's plenty of parking, which my husband considers to be essential.
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10/10 Excellent

St Kenelm Cottage
The cottages are in an outstanding area near the Castle (10 min walk) in Winchcombe with plenty of parking. There are a number of national trust properties and gardens to visit in the area and I would certainly recommend a good weeks’ stay. The village is also a delight with plenty of eating places, reasonably priced, and quaint little shops. There are also a number of local walks - all provided in the information pack in the cottage. The cottage was certainly as described - a home from home with everything you could wish for and a lovely welcome pack of coffee, tea, mints, milk and biscuits etc. I would certainly not hesitate to book again… 10/10 for a great break.
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8/10 Good

St kenelm
This property needs upgrading. Particularly outside entrance corridor an stairs Entrance steps are not good tiles are moving Lighting outside wasn’t working DiningTable poor condition Paint on back of door Carpets It was not good value . Bolt hole retreats n cleaners were excellent.
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8/10 Good

Short stay
We had an enjoyable short stay at St Kenelm. We found a lot of flies in the property - dead & alive, a quick vacuum & open windows did the trick. One of our group got stuck in the bathroom as door handle required 2 downward movements to open from the inside! She failed to open the door each time she used the bathroom! So maybe someone could look at the mechanism. The walk around Sudeley castle was fantastic & as it was free balanced out the cleaning expense added to the rental charge.
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8/10 Good

Enjoyed Our Stay
Updated, modern and comfortable. A bit pricey but well equipped - especially liked that there is a washer/dryer. Main floor furniture is getting a little worn but it was clean. Quiet location with a short walking distance into Winchcombe. Liked that the rental included free access into the Castle and its beautiful gardens - and the gift shop has good quality, interesting items. ( Tip: If you're walking, especially if you're pulling luggage, be sure to ask a local person for the the back route from Winchcombe - to the right of the White Hart Inn- that will get you to the Sudeley Castle Cottages. It is a MUCH shorter and easier route than the main road into Sudeley Castle grounds. )
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6/10 Okay

Edward E., Norwich England

Long way up two flights of stairs
I the guide it says not suitable for people with disabilities however it doesn’t describe the two very steep steps going up to the second floor level of the accommodation. There are several electrical faults in the property the stairway to the second floor has been wired incorrectly. If it’s switched off from the second floor it will not operate from first floor stairs access. Also the bathroom mirror light has intermittent fault and the co2 alarm has no power. The fan in the bathroom also doesn’t work
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8/10 Good

A short break in Winchcombe
We enjoyed a visit to the Cotswolds, staying at St Kenelm apartment in the grounds of Sudeley Castle. Well located, comfortable accommodation, with the benefit of free entry to Sudeley Castle during our stay. Very handy to be on the outskirts of the village of Winchcombe and had a very tasty meal at Winchcombe Restaurant (Indian cuisine).
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10/10 Excellent

Curtis H.

Excellent personal service
Our flight to London from the US was delayed for twelve hours, so it was 2:00 am by the time we reached Winchcombe and our accommodations at the Sudeley Castle Cottages. I was able to communicate with the management, and we were blessed to locate, enter and settle into our cottage with no hassle. A great blessing for weary travellers in the middle of the night! Beautiful and convenient location!
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10/10 Excellent

Chris E.

A weekend stay at Sudeley
It seemed like the perfect combination. A desire to re visit Sudeley Castle and to stay at Sudeley Castle Cottages, which is only a short walk through glorious countryside to the castle. Specifically thinking about St Kenelm which was spacious, comforting and very clean, it had everything we needed for our accommodation. The fixtures, fittings and furniture are of an extremely high standard and I would thoroughly recommend it to anyone considering staying there. The castle itself was a ten minute walk and pubs in Winchcombe were a mere five minute stroll! (The White Hart was particularly good). An excellent weekend was had by all.
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8/10 Good

Lovely few days in the Cotswolds
Perfect spot for a little Twixtmas break. Winchcombe in walking distance with its lovely pubs; had some great food. Very relaxing stay
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8/10 Good

Our wedding in Winchcombe
We stayed at St Kenelm for the entire weekend of our wedding. First night I (the bride) stayed at the cottage with my two best friends - Girls night! And we all go ready at the cottage together with several other of my girl friends coming by to hang out and have mimosas. The cottage was perfect for this, not just because of it's super central location but also because it has the downstairs living room area. The cottage is spacious and had all the amenities that we needed. After the wedding my husband and I stayed there for 2 nights and when we locked the key inside the apartment, Bolthole Retreats sorted us out straight away, despite it being a Sunday. They made it super easy by just leaving another key in the outside key box. I would happily stay at the cottages again and highly recommend them for anybody who wants to visit the beautiful Winchcombe. The only upgrade I could think of for St Kenelm would be a balcony and maybe a downstairs toilet. One bathroom in a cottage for 4 people isn't always enough. But other than that, everything was perfect. Thank you! We will be back to celebrate our anniversary :-)
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8/10 Good

Great location
Very comfortable and warm. Good customer service. We had a problem with the boiler and maintenance man came out straight away and resolved the problem.
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10/10 Excellent

Lovely apartment
We enjoyed our stay at St.Kenelm, was nice warm and comfortable. Great quiet location but only short walk to the town. Would recommend it
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10/10 Excellent

Lovely apartment
Everything was great. A few comments - There was not much cupboard space to store food. There was no chance for food waste recycling - however I understand this could be problematical. The bathroom mirror light stopped working during our stay. The rear of the entrance door was rather marked/ paint chipped.
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8/10 Good

Delightful place to stay
We stayed in St Kenhelm for a friends wedding at Sudeley Castle. The accommodation was perfectly placed for this and was a delight to stay in. Beautifully kept and styled the apartment had all the facilities and utensils that we would require during our stay. Walking distance to the castle but also into Winchcombe made the search for a cafe with a hangover a little more bearable! The service is great from start to finish with very approachable emails and if (like us) you do manage to lock yourself out of the room at night, there is security who can come and unlock it for you. Overall great place to stay especially if attending an event at the castle
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8/10 Good

Caroline C.

Good for a short break
Enjoyable break on the Sudeley Castle Estate, staying in St Kenelm apartment. The apartment was very well equipped, warm and clean. Just a 3 minute walk up to the High Street where there were good pubs serving excellent meals. Winchcombe is a pretty old town. We were informed that there would be building work going on nearby and that noise might be a problem. For us, this did not prove an issue as we are early risers. The builders did not start until after 8 a.m. Would recommend to others wanting a base in The Cotswolds.

8/10 Good

Karen M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
A nice apartment, and good to have 2 single bedrooms along with a double.
Whilst most of the furnishings were very nice, the dining room table and front door could both do with a coat of point. Apartment very convenient for Winchcombe and it's facilities, and for nice areas to walk. It was unfortunate that a large number of cluster flies had moved into the property, were scattered across the property when we arrived, and persisted in lesser numbers throughout our stay. Apparently, they were supposed to have been treated to remove them several weeks previous to our stay. However, there appeared to be no monitoring of the situation to see whather the problem had been resolved. Notwithstanding the flies, we had an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Paul W.

Excellent
The cottage came recommended by a friend and didn’t disappoint. Great location and a short walk for great local pubs and food. We also walked to the castle and spent twice as long as expected it was so interesting. We get visitors from the USA often and will definitely use this as a base in future.