Guests say
The Hen House at The Old Parsonage is a beautifully furnished and spotlessly clean cottage, praised for its peaceful setting and welcoming hosts. Guests consistently highlight the comfort, well-equipped facilities, and excellent location for exploring Chester, local villages, and attractions. The garden is a particular favourite, especially for families, and the hosts are noted for their friendliness and helpful local knowledge. The property is ideal for both short breaks and longer stays, with many guests returning for repeat visits. Overall, it offers a warm, relaxing retreat with easy access to amenities and scenic surroundings.
Multiple reviews specifically mention the cottage being spotlessly clean and well maintained, with cleanliness described as '5 star'.
Guests praise the peaceful and scenic location, proximity to Chester, local villages, and attractions, as well as easy access to pubs and transport links.
The cottage is repeatedly described as comfortable, warm, and cosy, with guests appreciating the quality furnishings and restful atmosphere.
Reviews highlight well-equipped cooking facilities, secure parking, good heating, and a beautiful shared garden. The property meets guests' needs for both short and extended stays.
Hosts are frequently described as friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable, going out of their way to assist guests. While gifts are not mentioned, the attentive service and local advice are highly valued, though specific gifts cannot be guaranteed.
About this property
In a pleasant village setting, this detached cottage is within easy driving distance of Delamere Forest and several castles.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, French Doors Leading To Courtyard
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, 2-Ring Hob, Fridge, Dishwasher
Bedroom: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Child Single Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Highchair available on request. Small courtyard with garden furniture. Landscaped grounds (shared with owners). Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: There is an unfenced pond in the grounds.. The Hen House at The Old Parsonage can be found nestled in the Cheshire village of Cotebrook, in a private and secluded spot, within the grounds of the friendly owners’ home. Beautifully renovated in 2019, the cottage is perfect for those looking for a countryside retreat, but with the convenience of the large, pretty village of Tarporley, just 2 miles down the road. Cotebrook itself is home to two good pubs serving food, as well as Cotebrook Shire Horse Centre, which set in a 50-acre country park and a mere 5-minute walk from the property. An award-winning, family-run farm shop and restaurant is a 5-minute drive, as is Tarporley, where you’ll find an array of characterful pubs and restaurants, and is known as something of a shoppers’ haven.
The Hen House at The Old Parsonage makes an ideal base for those attending weddings at Nunsmere Hall, or for those looking for something more daring, Oulton Park Circuit is also just a 5-minute drive. Delamere Forest, and the castles of Beeston, Cholmondeley, Bolesworth and Peckforton can all be reached in around 20 minutes, as can the medieval, yet modern, market town of Nantwich. Outdoor enthusiasts can pick up the famous Sandstone Trail locally, and for history buffs, the historic Roman city of Chester is just a 30-minute drive, and is home to a whole host of attractions including a zoo, racecourse and a designer shopping outlet. Shop 2½ miles, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
Free WiFi
There is open water in the property grounds.
Nearby points of interest
- Chester Zoo
- Blue Planet Aquarium
- Gulliver's World Theme Park Warrington
- Pickmere Lake
Reviews (13)
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Alan Potter
Fantastic property,even better hosts,so friendly and welcoming,full of local knowledge.Great location,quite with great views.Two pubs easily reached.Close to towns and amenities,train station close.Had a wonderful time.
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Confirmed Guest
Perfect, lovely holiday home, lots to do in the area.Lesley and Nick had a wealth of knowledge on where to go and what to see.
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Mike Clark
A lovely place to stay, very quiet, warm & cosy with a nice outlook onto the garden. Lots of places to visit nearby with good park & ride into Chester.