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Cottage |2 bedrooms |Sleeps 4

Hoole in Chester

from £66 / night

£460–£595 / weekBookable online

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3 nights minimum stay

Changeover flexible

5 out of 5

11 reviews | Write a review

Key info  Car not necessary, private garden, no pets allowed

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About the home

The Lock Keeper's Cottage is a beautiful 18th century cottage offering self catering canalside holiday accommodation in Chester. With two bedrooms and sleeping up to 4 guests, this historic cottage is ideal for family breaks or holidaying with friends. The cottage was built in around 1790 and offers unique accommodation situated on the Hoole Lane Lock on the Shropshire Union Canal.

The Lock Keeper's Cottage has excellent facilities including a comfortable lounge area with a HD TV with DVD player, a dining room with lock side views, wifi access and a modern kitchen ensuring you have everything you will require for a self catering break in Cheshire.

The cottage is ideally placed for exploring all that Chester has to offer. The city centre is just a 10 minute stroll away and is home to an excellent selection of local shops, bars and award winning restaurants along the Chester canal.

Walk in the other direction along the canal and you will be in the Cheshire Country side, with canalside pubs along the towpath.

The cottage is also an ideal base for sightseeing and is within walking distance of Chester Cathedral, the historic city walls and the Roman Amphitheatre. Chester Racecourse is also within reach, and Chester Zoo is a short drive away.

Facilities

Further details indoors:
The Lock Keeper's Cottage has excellent facilities, with everything you will require for your self catering break. The cottage has two bedrooms, with one double and one twin room, as well as a luxury bathroom with a roll top bath, living room with a HD TV and DVD player, internet access, iPod player and a fully fitted kitchen with all modern conveniences. There is also a dining room with lock side views and a courtyard garden.

Further details outdoors:
Walled court-yard Garden and seating. Plenty of on street parking alongside the cottage, with no restrictions.

Further details

Please note smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms at The Lock Keepers Cottage, and sorry to say pets are also not allowed at the cottage for the interest of all future guests.

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The Heart of England / Peak District / Cheshire region

Cheshire is an area packed with charms and attractions for visitors. The area boasts Chester, a Roman city set on the borders of Wales; the silk town of Macclesfield located in the Peak District foothills; historic Nantwich in the county's rolling dairy country - and Daresbury, birthplace of Alice in Wonderland creator Lewis Carroll.

As if that weren't enough there's dynamic Ellesmere Port, where waterway history comes to life; ancient Sandbach with its Saxon Crosses, the modern retail centre of Warrington - and at the heart of it all, Northwich, a town literally built on salt.

Yet Cheshire is more than the sum of these parts. It is one great, accessible destination - rich in gardens and heritage, exciting family attractions and fascinating museums, intriguing craft centres and tempting designer shopping.

For more information on Cheshire visit http://www.visitcheshire.com/

The Chester / Hoole area

Chester holds some gems of history within the Chester City Centre Walls, including the historic clock on Eastgate Street which is Chester’s best known landmark and the second most photographed clock in Britain. It was paid for by Colonel Evans-Lloyd out of his own pocket to celebrate Queen Victoria’s 80th birthday

Chester has a quality selection of sights to be seen, all just a short walk from the Lock Keepers Cottage. Due to the design of the Chester, the Chester rows and city walls, it makes it an ideal place to stroll around to see the sights. Although there is a bus stop just outside of the lock keepers cottage if you want to get a lift into the Chester City Centre.

For more information on Cheshire visit http://www.visitchester.com/

Also, see Chester Walls Information site http://www.chesterwalls.info/chester.html

How to get there

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On the edge of the Chester leg of the Shropshire Union canal, this is a great location to access the City centre, as well as local attractions such as Chester Zoo and the Historic Race Course. Access to the cottage is simple via main roads into Chester, Rail (with direct 2 hour trains from London), or by canal (Hoole Lane Lock No. 5, Chester)!

Rail:
The cottage is well placed and a short walk to Chester rail station. Which is along the canal path and then City Road (by Harkers Arms). Liverpool is around 1 hour in one direction and Manchester around 1 hour 20 minutes in the other. During the week there is also a fast 2 hour train direct into London.

Car:
If you are looking at hiring a car during your stay, the following companies will be able to help you here:
Budget: 01244 851 510
Hertz: 01244 374 705
Enterprise: 01244 399 393

Activities near Chester

Reviews

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09 Oct 2012

“Great weekend at a lovely cottage” Just returned from a long weekend at Lockkeepers Cottage in Chester. The cottage itself is very nice and despite being on quite a busy road, it was really quiet. It is not a big cottage, but it is very well furnished and the fresh flowers and welcome bottle of wine were a nice touch. We sat in the sun and watched the canal boats going by, chatting to some of the people, very relaxing. Its location is excellent, being just a short stroll into Chester City Centre. There are 3-4 bars and restaurants within a short walking distance along the canal path so if you don't like walking much you can have a stop or two before you get to Chester! We were very fortunate to get beautiful weather - wall to wall sunshine - which just made the weekend. The walk around the city walls was very nice with some lovely views in parts. We stopped at the Albion for lunch on the way -a very old fashioned pub with great home cooked food - can recommend it. This was our first time in Chester, but we liked it very much and am sure we will return.

02 Jul 2012

“Fantastic Stay” I have stayed in many self catering places and this one is one of the best. The rooms were clean. There was a bottle of wine waiting for me on arrival. The bathroom is spacious with a lovely roll... more

01 Jun 2012

“Best self catering cottage ever.” We have stayed in many self catering cottages over the years and this was by far the best. From superb comunication with the owner to the bottle of wine that was waiting for us on arrival. Spotlessly clean, everything that would be needed for a s/c holiday was provided. The proximity to the town was excellent, just a 15 minute stroll along the canal and you arrive in town.Peace, comfort and superb facilities - what more needs to be added !! If I could give more than 5 stars I would. Well done Steve !!

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07 Dec 2011

“Charming canal cottage offering all the amenities of home.” The cottage was fully equiped with everything we needed for a long week-end. The owners had left a welcoming bottle of wine, tea, coffee and biscuits. The interior was thoughtfully decorated with photos of the cottage from the past, barge and canal pictures and even some Bargee Wear! It was easy to park-right outside, and from then we didn't need to use the car at all, walking into Chester along the canal and having a drink at one of the bars on our walk back! The owners had left maps, books and lots of ideas of things to do during our visit-so many that we didn't fit every-thing in. It was great to return to the cosy cottage after a day exploring and have a soak in the lovely deep bath. There was the added attraction of watching people use the lock and speaking to the canal users. It must be good to be able to barbeque in the courtyard in summer and watch the barges go by.

01 Aug 2011

“Fantastic Cottage, we loved it!” We have just returned from staying at the cottage (2 adults and 2 children - 5 & 3 years). What a fantastic place to stay. The owners have put a great deal of thought into the house. It is... more

06 Jul 2011

“Charming cottage, great location, easy walking access to city” Recently returned from a weeks break at this charming cottage, which was presented in excellent condition. A welcome pack of wine, coffee tea and biscuits was a nice touch and much appreciated. The... more

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17 Jun 2011

“The perfect place for exploring Chester” A freind and I spent a week here and absolutely loved it. As we explored the fascinating city of Chester and nearby areas, we could see no other place that had the same features. Walk down the... more

21 May 2011

“Well presented cottage with great views of lock and canal boats.” Interior of cottage beatifully presented - clean tidy with unexpected welcome pack of wine, coffee and biscuits. Pleasant walks along the canal into the centre of Chester (15 mins) meaning we didn't need to use the car once. Fantastic views of canal boats going through the lock and the children (aged 11 and 6) enjoyed helping with the lock gates. A lovely relaxing stay. Would definitely reccommend it.

15 May 2011

“Genuine lock-side cottage.” We had a 3 night break with friends to see Chester and this cottage is well located so you can walk everywhere quite easily and if not there is a bus stop by the front door! Plenty of good pubs to... more

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13 May 2011

“The cottage exceeded our expectations in every way.” This lovely cottage was exactly what we needed. Welcoming, spotlessly clean, well equipped, full of character and in a great location. Meals were spent watching narrow boats passing through the lockgates outside the dining room window, or relaxing in the sunny courtyard. The bathroom with it's rolltop bath was equipped with towels which complemented the stylish decor. A great place to relax after a lovely day exploring Chester or taking a stroll along the canal. Little touches made the cottage feel like home. From the welcome bottle of wine, tea, coffee and biscuits, to the DVD's, games, books and maps. What did we like most? Very difficult to say, as it was so good. If we would change any thhing it would probably be the softness of the mattresses, but that's a matter of taste.

10 May 2011

“Seeing Chester- This is the palce to stay” On all counts the Lock Keepers cottage exceeded our expectations, think about what you need in self catering accommodation and the cottage has it and more. Steve the owner has thought long and... more

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Rental prices

Prices for group size 4
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
January	4 Jan 13	1 Feb 13	375£ 375	75£ 75	105£ 105	3 Nights
February - March	1 Feb 13	29 Mar 13	460£ 460	85£ 85	115£ 115	3 Nights
March	29 Mar 13	5 Apr 13	595£ 595	115£ 115	140£ 140	3 Nights
April	5 Apr 13	3 May 13	550£ 550	105£ 105	120£ 120	3 Nights
May	3 May 13	10 May 13	595£ 595	115£ 115	140£ 140	3 Nights
May	10 May 13	24 May 13	550£ 550	105£ 105	120£ 120	3 Nights
May	24 May 13	31 May 13	595£ 595	115£ 115	140£ 140	3 Nights
June	31 May 13	21 Jun 13	550£ 550	105£ 105	120£ 120	3 Nights
June - August	21 Jun 13	30 Aug 13	595£ 595	115£ 115	140£ 140	3 Nights
August - October	30 Aug 13	11 Oct 13	550£ 550	105£ 105	120£ 120	3 Nights
October - December	11 Oct 13	21 Dec 13	460£ 460	85£ 85	105£ 105	3 Nights
Christmas	21 Dec 13	28 Dec 13	595£ 595	-	-	1 Week
New Year	28 Dec 13	3 Jan 14	595£ 595	-	-	1 Week

The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday and Saturday nights

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

The Lock Keepers Cottage is typically let on a Friday to Friday basis (although can be flexible, based on availability). Entry on the day of arrival is 4pm and guests are required to depart by 10.30am.

All prices are inclusive of accommodation, linen, towels, heating, electricity, Wi-Fi broadband. Stays for more than 1 week, towels, linen will be replaced and the cottage cleaned to ensure high standards of stay.

Special mid week pricing available for 3-4 night bookings starting on a Monday or Tuesday (excluding Bank Holiday weeks, Christmas and New Year).

Weekend breaks may not be available in high season.

For more detailed pricing, please visit our website www.thelockkeeperscottage.co.uk

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