Queens Cottage is a charming and carefully restored, 2-bedroom cottage that sleeps 4 + 2 guests in 1 double king size room, 1 twin room and 1 double downstairs sofa bed. The cottage is a detached, two storey property with a fully-equipped modern kitchen and a spacious living and dining area that leads out to a small, elevated outdoor patio with dining table that faces into the cottage courtyard, as well as a downstairs bathroom with a fixed shower over a bathtub. Upstairs are two comfortable and well-appointed bedrooms and a large modern bathroom with a walk-in shower.
Guests staying at Queens enjoy complimentary (other than separately ticketed events) day-time entrance to Sudeley Castle & Gardens during the open season.
Full Description
Over its vivid and expansive history, Sudeley Castle has played host to many of England’s reigning Queens, from Anne Boleyn to Queen Elizabeth. Named in commemoration of all its regal visitors of the past, Queens Cottage is an elegantly converted old engine house that offers guests an open-plan cottage experience.
The accommodation is arranged over two floors. Guests enter from the raised patio/dining area into the long, open-plan living/dining/kitchen area. The living area features a flat-screen Freeview TV and two large sofas, of which one converts into a bed. Further into the property, you will find a dining table that can seat 6 and a well-equipped kitchen. To the left of the kitchen is a downstairs bathroom.
Upstairs there is one double bedroom with a king-size bed and one very spacious twin bedroom, as well as a large family bathroom with a walk-in shower.
Contractors are undertaking building works near the property during 2022 from Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 4.00pm, and you may encounter some noise disturbance during your visit.
Ground Floor
Living/Dining/Kitchen Area:
A bright, well-lit open plan area makes up the downstairs floor of Queens Cottage. Comfortable sofa seating for 4/6, coffee table, Freeview TV and DVD player, and a good-size dining table and chairs for 6. The kitchen at Queens Cottage 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, washer/dryer, Russel Hobbs toaster + kettle, and Nespresso coffee machine.
Bathroom:
A useful downstairs bathroom with bathtub and attached shower fixture, toilet, and washbasin.
First Floor
Bedroom One:
A lovely high-ceiling bedroom with original beams, a comfortable king-size bed, chest of drawers, saddle chair, and wardrobe with drawers.
Family Shower Room:
A generous-sized family shower room with a large walk-in shower, complete with a fixed rain shower head as well as a detachable shower hose. Toilet, washbasin, plenty of shelf space, and a handy light-up mirror.
Bedroom Two:
A big, bright bedroom with original porthole window and beams. Two comfortable single beds, wardrobe with drawers, chest of drawers with fixed mirror and overhead reading lights.
Outside
Guests have access to an elevated patio area with a table and seating for 6, overlooking the cottage courtyard.
Full List of Facilities
Sleeps 4+2 in 2 bedrooms across 1 king size double, 2 singles + 1double sofa bed
2 bathrooms; 1 downstairs with bath and overhead shower, 1 upstairs with walk-in shower
All bed linen, bath towels and tea towels provided, including bedding for sofa bed
Hairdryer x1
Kitchen Starter Pack (for first night/day): teabags, Nespresso coffee pods, hot chocolate, milk, biscuits, jam/honey mini pots, boiled sweets.
Cleaning Starter Pack (for 2 nights): dishwasher tablets, scourer, cloth, washing up liquid, bin bags, kitchen paper
Bathroom starter pack (for 2 nights): hand soap, shower gel, handwash, vanity kit, shower cap and toilet paper (minimum 2 rolls)
Easily accessible, free car parking behind the cottage
Fully equipped kitchen with toaster, kettle, Nespresso coffee machine, utensils, crockery, cutlery, glassware (champagne flutes, tumblers and wine and water glasses) cafetière, bakeware, food preparation (grater, jug, sieve, saucepans, bread bin, kitchen foil, cling film
Neff oven
Russell Hobbs microwave
AEG dishwasher
Fridge-freezer
AEG Washer-dryer
Ironing board, iron + clothes airer
Vacuum cleaner
Baby/Child Equipment: high chair x1, travel cot (cot linen not supplied) x1, stairgate x1, safety socket covers
Outdoor patio/seating area
Garden furniture – seats 6
Safety equipment: fire extinguisher, fire blanket, carbon monoxide monitor, smoke alarm, First Aid kit.
On your Doorstep
Supermarkets and Shopping:
The town itself benefits from several small supermarkets, including The Co-Operative Food and Warner’s Budgens, both well-stocked with fresh produce and store cupboard essentials. Vale & Hills Family Butchers offers fantastic, local meat on the town’s high street, with a host of delicious goodies available at North’s Bakery for those in search of a fresh morning loaf.
Eating Out:
Wesley House (200 metres)
White Hart Inn (200 metres)
North Street (300 metres)
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). If you wish to visit the Castle and gardens during your stay, please take your room key or booking receipt with you to the admissions desk. 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:
Sudeley Castle & Gardens (0.5 miles)
Everyman Theatre (8 miles)
Broadway Tower (9 miles)
Travel:
Train - Cheltenham Spa Station (9 miles)
Taxis - Starline Taxis, AndyCars
There is so much to discover in the Cotswolds, why not have a look at some of our favourite Bolthole Retreats Experiences
Points of Note
Please note that additional guests above the maximum capacity are not permitted.
It is our policy not to take bookings for single sex group celebrations, which includes Stag and Hen nights, or groups where the majority are under 25 years.
Contractors are undertaking building works near the property during 2022 from Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 4.00pm, and you may encounter some noise disturbance during your visit.
Parking: There is a large car park for the use of all guests staying in the cottages
Parents of young children should note that a river runs behind the Cottage car park
Queens Cottage was formally the old engine house with an upstairs dovecote. Due to these unique characteristics, the cottage has very high ceilings upstairs and a low downstairs ceiling
Sudeley Castle and Gardens: A booking made for this property entitles you to free admission to Sudeley Castle and Gardens, as many times as you wish during your stay. This includes general admission, during the open season, but does not include entry to special events. You do not need to book admission ahead of your arrival. To obtain your entry ticket, please take your booking confirmation or property door key to the Castle Admissions Centre where the staff there will provide you with your ticket. To check if the Castle and Gardens are open for your dates, or to book a ticket for a special event, please refer to the Sudeley Castle website.
Excellent facilities and parking. Easy access to the castle and small town. Bakery, shop and pub/restaurants within 5 mins walk.
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Kate
| 26/05/2022
We returned to Sudeley a second time for our Easter break, the cottage is clean comfortable both in winter and spring. Perfect location to Winchcombe and a lovely walk to the castle. The cottage has everything you may need the bathrooms are very clean with towels and a few toiletries, great for when you’ve forgotten something. Thank you all again for a perfect stay, we hope to be back soon
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Liz
| 20/04/2022
A short walk from the main street, the last part is very steep up to the shops and restaurants. The cottage is very comfortable and quiet, with well-equipped kitchen, fridge, washing machine and dishwasher etc. Warm and cosy in the evening.
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Julie
| 03/04/2022
A fantastic base for a visit to this area. Perfect for visiting the Sudeley Castle Illuminations a short walk/drive away. We had a very comfortable stay.
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Gillian
| 01/12/2021
We came as a family of six included two of my grandchildren. The cottage was very spacious as open plan living ,very comfortable and so much provided . Very quiet location and such a bonus free entry to Sudeley castle children loved it , would definitely recommend .
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Kim
| 01/11/2021
Really enjoyed our stay in Queens cottage. Fantastic location, for visiting all of the Cotswold villages. Only a 5 minute walk into Winchcombe to access some lovely pubs and restaurants. Free entrance into Sudeley Castle was an added bonus. A few small improvements could make the cottage even better, new patio furniture and dining room chairs would be a good investment as they looked a little tired but we would definitely return.
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Alison August 2021
| 06/08/2021
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 the Winchcombe guidebook for more information.