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Charles I at Sudeley Castle

Winchcombe

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Part of the converted Old Forge on the Sudeley Castle estate, Charles I is named after King Charles I who took refuge at Sudeley Castle during the English Civil War. Shrouded in history this is a charming cottage, perfectly positioned for exploring Winchcombe and beyond. With walks from the door, including easy routes to the castle, Charles I is a comfortable base to come home to. With two bedrooms and an open plan living area you have everything you need, with space to dine outside in the summer months.

During your stay you are entitled to free admission to Sudeley Castle and Gardens during the open season (admission to special events is not included).

The Sudeley Castle cottages give you the opportunity to stay in a wonderfully historic location. With the castle and the delights of Winchcombe walking distance from your door you have plenty to fill your days.

One of three properties in the Old Forge, Charles I has a light and bright open plan living area. The well-equipped kitchen lets you make yourself at home, cooking dinners for your group and eating together in the dining area. There is a cosy sitting area with a smart TV with large windows overlooking the courtyard. The staircase divides the bedrooms into two areas and there is a family bathroom.

Outside, wooden decking stretches across the rear of the Old Forge providing access to each cottage. Charles I has its own private area with a table and chairs where you can spread out the maps with your morning coffee and plan the day.

Ground Floor

Living/Dining/Kitchen Area:
Stepping into the living room from the decking area, you’ll immediately be struck by the original and huge Old Forge window that is the centrepiece of the downstairs floor in Charles I, making this a very bright and welcoming apartment furnished with country cottage fabrics.

At the entrance, you will find an understairs cupboard housing a travel cot, stair gate, highchair, iron, ironing board, airer, as well as the Welcome Dog Basket (with stainless steel bowl and blanket).

A comfortable sofa, sink-in armchair with a footstool and wooden antique chair provide plenty of seating for 4 in the living area. In addition, the living area is furnished with an oak coffee table, occasional tables and a smart TV.

The fully equipped kitchen, overlooking the decking and garden, 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 an oven/hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, toaster, kettle and Nespresso coffee machine and washer/dryer.

Extending from the kitchen is a spacious dining area with a round, oak dining table and chairs for 4 that overlooks the main Sudeley Cottages courtyard.

First Floor

Bedroom 1:
The master bedroom is furnished with an oak frame standard double bed, bedside tables and individual overbed lights with reading and room lighting. This dual-aspect bedroom, with windows to the front and back, has a handy dressing area with a hanging cupboard - also the perfect place to set up a little one’s travel cot.

Bedroom 2:
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. A small hanging cupboard (for shirts and jackets), chair and vanity shelf with mirror provide lots of space for guests’ clothes and personal items.

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

Outside

Enjoy the private area of the wooden decking with a table and chairs seating four watching the birds flit between the trees. There is off road parking in the shared Sudeley Cottages car park for two cars.

Indoor

Bedroom One - Double
Bedroom Two - Single
1 Bathroom - Family bathroom with a shower
Hairdryer - 1
Oven
Hob
Microwave
Toaster
Kettle
Fridge
Freezer
Coffee machine - Nespresso
Dishwasher
Dining table - Seats 4
Washing machine
Tumble dryer
Iron
WiFi *Please note that speeds are for guidance only and are not guaranteed
TV - Smart
Travel cot (cot linen not provided)
Highchair
Stair gates

Outdoor

Dog friendly - 2 well-behaved dogs welcome for an additional fee
Garden - Terrace and shared lawn
Outdoor dining area
No BBQ available
Parking - Off-road parking for 2 cars

Supermarkets and Shopping
The historic town of Winchcombe has a small Co-Op and a Morrisons Daily for your everyday needs. You will also find Vale and Hills butchers, a florist, North’s Bakery and a deli at William’s of Winchcombe. Just outside Winchcombe, Hayles Fruit Farm (3.5 miles) offers a fabulous selection if pick your own depending on the season and has a farm shop and café on site which is popular with walkers in the area.

Eating Out

The Lion Inn, Winchcombe – classic pub food served in beautifully historic surroundings (1 mile)
Restaurant 5 North Street, Winchcombe – exquisite food prepared by a passionate chef with a fantastic reputation (1 mile)
The Mount Inn, Stanton – far-reaching views accompany your meals and drinks at this rural country pub (6 miles)
The Ivy, Cheltenham – the perfect choice for sophisticated dining in a stunning location (8 miles)

Walks
The Winchcombe Way, a 42-mile figure-of-eight trail centred around the town, offers walkers a great way of discovering the surrounding Cotswold towns and villages section-by-section over the course of a stay, whilst there are plenty of options for those looking for a more casual, leisurely pace within a close radius of the cottage. We recommend the Sudeley Castle circular walk for a relaxing stroll; a 2-mile loop setting off straight from the cottage’s front door, taking you into the grounds of historic Sudeley Castle - a must-visit for any guest. The 2.5 mile walk to Belas Knap, a Neolithic chambered long barrow sat atop Cleeve Hill, is also a great walk to try from the doorstep, providing you don’t mind the incline.

Sudeley Castle
During your stay at Sudeley Castle Country Cottages you are entitled to free admission to Sudeley Castle and Gardens during the Castle’s open season (except for separately ticketed events). Steeped in a thousand years of history, Sudeley Castle makes for a fascinating day out, not to mention the vast number of events also taking place throughout the year.

Places to Visit

Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway, Winchcombe – journey through the Cotswolds on a steam train taking in the countryside views (2 miles)
Hailes Abbey, Hailes – ruins of a medieval abbey with a museum telling its history (3 miles)
Cotswold Farm Park, Guiting Power – a popular day out for families to meet the rare farm breeds (7.5 miles)
Broadway Tower, Broadway – enjoy the fabulous views from this iconic landmark and visit the café during your time here (9 miles)

Travel

Train - Cheltenham Spa Station (9 miles)
Taxis - Starline Taxis, AndyCars

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Reviews

Great property and location and excellent places to eat within walking distance.

Adrian

| 20/10/2025

A stunning location & a perfect little cottage. Peaceful & tranquil. Ideal base for exploring the Cotswolds.

Tanya

| 21/09/2025

Positioned perfectly on walking trails and 5 mins walk into the village of Winchcombe which has pubs, restaurants, take aways and of course the Winchcombe Museum. The house was well equipped with everything we needed for cooking and well furnished with an excellent shower - ideal for warming up after a long walk! We didn’t have the weather for sitting outside but the outdoor area looked great.

Lizzie

| 10/09/2025

Beautiful cottage with very comfortable furnishings and equipped with everything you need. We particularly liked the spacious shower, bathroom goodies and fluffy white towels!

Elaine

| 05/09/2025

Fantastic location in a beautiful sleepy village. Rolling hills all around. Just in the grounds of Sudeley castle, which is a must to see.

Mark

| 25/07/2025

Used this for the Fantasy Forest Festival - so convenient for Sudeley Castle. A home from home with everything that we needed.

Kim

| 18/07/2025

Fantastic location, had most of the cottages on site booked for my son’s wedding. All excellent, very clean, easy to access, would highly recommend.

Alan

| 11/07/2025

These cottages are very well placed for a trip to Winchcombe. We have used them before and find them clean with good facilities and easy parking. Would highly recommend.

Jane

| 10/06/2025

The property is within a small enclave of houses all picturesque. A nice size for a small holiday home, nicely laid out internally with decent furniture. It was well equipped and we didn't want for anything. Walk to and free access to the castle is a bonus. The local town and area has all you need, 3 pubs for meals and lovely country scenery.

Michael

| 31/05/2025

Nicely appointed apartment on the Sudeley Castle grounds. Perfect for exploring the Winchcombe area and taking a break from walking the Cotswold Way.

Konrad

| 26/05/2025

Location

Situated just a short walk from the beautiful Cotswold town of Winchcombe, guests will be spoiled for choice when it comes to things to do and see and places to eat while staying at one of Sudeley’s cottages. See Local Amenities or the Winchcombe guidebook for more information.

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