Guests say
The Old Stables is a spacious, well-equipped cottage in a peaceful rural setting, ideal for families and groups visiting Chester, Liverpool, and North Wales. Guests praise its beautiful views, comfortable beds, and excellent location near local amenities and attractions. The property is generally clean and cosy, with a well-stocked kitchen and thoughtful touches from the hosts. Some minor maintenance issues and occasional cleaning oversights are mentioned, but these do not detract from the overall positive experience. The cottage offers a relaxing home-from-home atmosphere, making it a popular choice for repeat visitors.
Most guests found the property clean and tidy, with several describing it as spotless. However, a few reviews mention cobwebs, crumbs, and some areas needing a deeper clean, which slightly lowers the score.
The location is highly praised for its peaceful countryside setting, beautiful views, and convenient access to Chester, Liverpool, and local amenities such as supermarkets and pubs.
Guests generally found the cottage spacious and comfortable, with cosy beds and communal areas. Some noted minor discomfort with certain beds and sofas, but overall comfort levels were high.
The cottage is well-equipped with a full kitchen, ample parking, and good communal spaces. Some guests noted minor maintenance issues, small fridge/freezer, and a lack of cupboard space, but these were not major drawbacks.
Several guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as fresh eggs from the hosts and responsive communication. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Spacious, beamed first floor apartment, with wood burning stove and exposed brick work, central for Chester, Manchester and Liverpool.. All on the
First Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Roll Top Bath
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 4: Single (3ft) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included, remainder at cost. Travel cot and higchair. Enclosed courtyard with decked patio, sitting-out area, BBQ and garden furniture. Stabling and grazing for horses. Bike store. Private parking for 5 cars. No smoking.. The Old Stables is a luxury Grade II listed, spacious, oak beamed property with a wood burning stove and exposed brickwork. Convenient for Chester, Liverpool and Manchester. The property has outstanding views over the Cheshire countryside to the coast and also offers a stable and a large parking area. Situated in the countryside offering the benefit of a quiet and relaxing holiday, yet only 5 miles from Cheshire Oaks designer outlet village and the Blue Planet Aquarium. Transport links are excellent with Chester being only 8 miles away with its famous Rows, cathedral and world-renowned zoo. Manchester and Liverpool just 30 minutes away. All can be reached by train with a regular service available from Helsby Station, which is just over a mile from the property. Golf and windsurfing available nearby, whilst Delamere Forest is just 10 minutes away and home to walking, cycling and Segway trails, Go Ape, horse riding and Forest Live concerts. Shops 1 mile, pub with good food and real ale 300 yards.
Free WiFi
Stabling is available if required by arrangement with the owner.
Nearby points of interest
- Blue Planet Aquarium
- Chester Zoo
- Gulliver's World Theme Park Warrington
- World Museum Liverpool
- Museum of Liverpool
- Carr Mill Dam
- Pickmere Lake
Reviews (47)
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Nathan
Great place to stay and a short drive in to Chester, warm, tidy and had everything we needed, we stayed as 2 families, each with 2 adults and a child, the layout was absolutely perfect as the central communal area has a door at each end and each side has a double, a single and a shower room so each family had their own space/privacy. Would stay here again 😀
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Nina Taylor
The Old Stables was a perfect base for our little trip to Chester. We were very comfortable and had everything we needed. We hope to come back at some point.The kitchen area needs some minor repairs and a spruce up, but everything else was lovely. Comfy beds and settees; and a huge table to play a big board game or have a fancy dinner. Two shower rooms, a bath in the enormous bedroom. Luxury!
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L Long
We used this as a base for a wedding on the weekend. The place was gorgeous and so tastefully renovated. Did see some reviews abut it being a little tired and some cobwebs, but we honestly had no issues with it. The owners were lovely and helpful. I would definitely stay again if I was over that way in the future. A great and enjoyable weekend, thank you