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Castle Gatehouse - a sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

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Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 478 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Castle Gatehouse - a sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

Booking the Castle Gatehouse is akin to booking your very own miniature castle for your stay at Sudeley! The former gatekeeper's house marks the entrance to the castle grounds and has been converted and restored to provide comfortable accommodation for up to four guests over its unique layout. Its ancient and impressive structure is complemented with symmetrical gardens lined with iron railings and a stone courtyard in the centre.

The accommodation is arranged such that Bedroom One, with its four-poster bed and en-suite shower room, is accessed via a separate door, in one wing of the Gatehouse. Across the courtyard is another door, leading into a well-equipped kitchen with a dining table and chairs for four guests, a utility area with stairs leading up to a beautifully furnished, cosy living area and additional separate WC just off the landing. A further seven steps will take you to Bedroom Two, a spacious room with a king-size double bed. A few steps down will lead you to the en-suite shower room, with a concealed washing machine and tumble dryer.

Outside, guests can admire the pastoral views that line the driveway to the castle from two individually gated gardens, a mirror image of each other, neatly connected by a shared patio in the middle with an outdoor dining table and chairs.

Ground Floor
Please note, as per the floor plan, the bedrooms have separate entrances across a courtyard and are not joined.

Bedroom One & En-Suite Shower Room:
To your left when facing the Castle Gatehouse is a door into Bedroom One, a sumptuous four-poster bedroom with a decorative fireplace, wardrobe and shelves, bedside tables and its own private en-suite shower room with walk-in shower, WC and washbasin.

Head across the courtyard and enter through the opposite door into the:

Kitchen:
A thoughtfully laid-out and well-equipped kitchen, featuring a dining table and chairs for 4 people, toaster, kettle, Nespresso coffee machine, oven and 4 ring electric hobs, microwave and dishwasher.

Utility:
The practical utility area off the kitchen under the stairs is where you'll find a large free standing fridge/freezer, high chair and stairgate, a floor mop, cushions for the outdoor chairs and even a spare dog bowl and blanket should you need it. Note: the washing machine and tumble dryer are upstairs in the en-suite bathroom.

First Floor
W.C:
Separate WC and washbasin.

Living Room:
A beautifully furnished, cosy living room, decorated in rich tones of red, navy blue, black and gold. Relax in front of the flatscreen television and DVD player, surrounded by interesting antique features, such as the beautiful feature tapestry that adorns the wall.

Bedroom Two:
A bright room in the arch of the gatehouse, featuring painted beams, a comfortable king-size bed, a full-length mirror, storage ottomans and bedside tables.

En-Suite Shower Room:
En-suite with wooden floors, large walk-in power shower WC, washbasin, heated towel rail, wardrobe with storage cupboard above. There is also a washing machine and tumble dryer in a concealed cupboard.

Outside
The gatehouse benefits from two small, symmetrical, gardens with a wooden table and chairs for four guests, with retractable parasol, in the courtyard patio area that separates the gardens. Please note: although dogs are accepted at the Castle Gatehouse, the gardens are not secure for them. Therefore, all dogs must be kept on a lead at all times when outside.

Property manager

Bolthole Retreats

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 840 sq ft (78 sq m)

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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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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

Sleeps 4 Dog Friendly Free Entry to Sudeley Castle
Sleeps 4, Dog Friendly, free entry to Sudeley Castle Cheltenham
510636

About the neighborhood

Map
Winchcombe, Gloucestershire

What's nearby

  • Sudeley Castle - 14 min walk
  • Cheltenham Racecourse - 13 min drive
  • Cheltenham Town Hall - 13 min drive
  • The Promenade - 13 min drive
  • Cotswold Farm Park - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Toddington Railway Station - 9 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 58 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 Castle Gatehouse - a sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Castle Gatehouse - 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 and Belas Knap. Sudeley Castle and Hailes Abbey are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Castle Gatehouse - a sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sudeley Castle Gatehouse
2 bedrooms and bathrooms, very well appointed. A lovely area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Allison P.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Lovely exterior...inside could use some TLC
The gatehouse was lovely and a perfect location but the interior needs some updating. Kitchen chairs & fabric headboard were heavily stained and entire cottage was in need of dusting.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ray B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Almost perfect
We booked this property as it looks like a castle, which being the castle gate house, it sort of is. The reason, we were with two friends from the USA and lets face it, the US doesn't have real castles. The booking and checking in process was a doddle and very easy to complete. As we approached the property we got a real Wow factor as it looks so impressive. On entering, you arrive in the kitchen which is equipped with everything you need for a weeks stay, with a good size fridge freezer (not that we did much cooking but was good for the beer, cheese and wine). Up the stairs is a cozy living room. Whilst the seating looks nice, it could do with some more comfortable seating as for 4 adults, we found it somewhat wanting. However this did not detract from our stay. Both bedrooms are very comfortable and have nice en-suites with the downstairs bedroom having a four poster bed. Make sure you shower at separate times as I found the water flow reduce to a dribble in the upstairs one when our friends used the downstairs one at the same time. Our stay also gave us access to Sudeley Castle itself and this is a must as it is a wonderful castle both inside and in the grounds. Despite the couple of drawbacks, I thoroughly recommend a stay here. It's quirky (which I love), it has atmosphere and it has history. Sudeley Castle gate house is a wonderful break in the Cotswolds and it isn't far from many lovely places.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Greg S.

Great building and fab location
Really enjoyed our stay. The building is amazing and the location is brilliant! Good documentation from the agency.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Character
Lovely character property located within easy reach of the popular places in this beautiful part of the country
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jane F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sudeley Gatehouse
We absolutely loved the Gatehouse and didn’t want to leave. Charming, cozy and close to the Castle and town it had it all.