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A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 2 bedrooms

Queens Cottage at Sudeley Castle, Bolthole Retreats

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Bedroom One King Size Double, Queens Cottage at Sudeley Castle, Bolthole Retreats

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61010 sq ft

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Parking available
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Outdoor space
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Explore the area

Winchcombe, Gloucestershire

Sudeley Castle
‪8 min walk‬
Cheltenham Racecourse
‪11 min drive‬
Prescott Speed Hill Climb
‪14 min drive‬
Oxford (OXF)
‪63 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

Bedroom #2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom #1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom #2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 2 bedrooms

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 a stay in a historic setting.

The front outdoor dining area overlooks the estate courtyard and is a lovely spot to enjoy a morning coffee before heading out for the day, perhaps to Sudeley Castle. The ground floor is spacious and open plan with a comfortable sitting area, dining area and a kitchen to the rear. There is also a family bathroom. In the sitting area one of the sofas can be converted into a double bed. Historic images remind you of this cottages' past and in the living area a discerning picture of Queen Victoria overlooks your adventure planning. At the end of the day this is a lovely place to put your feet up and enjoy a movie night. Upstairs both bedrooms offer plenty of storage and share use of the family shower room.

From your front door you are a short walk from Winchcombe and the country pubs, restaurants and wonderful walks that are on offer. Cheltenham, Cleeve Hill and Bourton and Broadway further afield are all easily reached and well worth a visit during your time here.

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, TV, 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 an oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washer/dryer, toaster, kettle and Nespresso coffee machine.

Bathroom:
A useful downstairs bathroom with a bathtub and hand-held shower, 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. There is also a WC, 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 complete this room.

Outside

Guests have access to an elevated patio area with a table and seating for 6, overlooking the cottage courtyard.

Property manager

Bolthole Retreats

Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Cheltenham

Located in Cheltenham, this cottage is in a rural area. Winchcombe Folk and Police Museum and Richard Hagen are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Toddington Narrow Gauge Railway and Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway. GWSR Broadway Station and Walks With Hawks are also worth visiting.

Winchcombe, Gloucestershire

What's nearby

Sudeley Castle - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Cheltenham Racecourse - 11 min drive - 11.6 km
Prescott Speed Hill Climb - 14 min drive - 7.7 km
Cheltenham Town Hall - 14 min drive - 13.5 km
Cotswold Farm Park - 16 min drive - 19.8 km

Getting around

Toddington Railway Station - 9 min drive
Oxford (OXF) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Royal Oak - ‬10 min drive
‪Costa Coffee - ‬10 min drive
‪Black Gold - ‬10 min drive
‪The Shutters Inn Gotherington - ‬12 min drive
‪Kings Head - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 2 bedrooms pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 2 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 2 bedrooms?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 2 bedrooms located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Winchcombe Folk and Police Museum, Belas Knap and Sudeley Castle. Hailes Abbey is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

Location

9.0/10

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10/10 Excellent

28 May, 2025

Very nice and comfortable stay , thank you.

The cottage was clean, well equipped, quiet and comfortable. The internet speed however, was very slow, like the dial up days ! We had a very nice and enjoyable stay. Thank you.

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8/10 Good

31 Mar, 2025

Good quality and value

A most enjoyable few days. We would certainly consider returning to Queens Cottage at Sudeley Castle.

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10/10 Excellent

10 Sept, 2024

What a great place to stay in the Cotswolds

Close to Sudely Castle for those interested in history, close to some fantastic walking paths. Great little village.

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8/10 Good

24 May, 2025

Sudeley Castle Cottages in May

Good location. Cottage well equipped. Nice to be able to visit Sudeley Castle. Parking was a problem when we arrived on Friday afternoon as people had not parked well so marked bays might be a good idea and provide fairness, also perhaps limiting the number of vehicles per cottage. A nice high backed armchair would be nice for those not able to get down to the low sofas!

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10/10 Excellent

22 May, 2024

Very happy with our stay

Perfect location for Winchcombe, Sudeley Castle & GWR railways … cottage is self contained and has all utensils one would require.

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10/10 Excellent

Jane N.

21 Nov, 2024

Family, friends break.

We all had a very enjoyable stay in the cottage which had everything we needed. Very well maintained with character and the cleaning and maintenance staff do an excellent job.

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10/10 Excellent

3 Jul, 2023

Lovely stay in Queen’s Cottage

Thoroughly enjoyed our time in Queen’s Cottage. Location was ideal - short walk to both village and castle. Cottage very comfortable with everything that we needed.

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4/10 Poor

Neil S.

2 Jul, 2025

Sudeley

The cottage is in a great location for visiting Sudeley and the Cotswolds, a good layout, a good size and has the amenities needed. However, it needs a thorough clean and refresh. Scruffy in areas, upstairs shower mouldy, rusty and full of scale, the kitchen sink was not clean, the fridge had food debris in it, the cutlery draw full of crumbs. Behind the beds was a big built up of spiders webs, dust and hair. The sofa’s need cleaning. We were disappointed by the cleanliness and spent the first couple of hours cleaning but many of the issues we could not rectify, certainly not what you want to do on arriving on holiday.

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10/10 Excellent

4 Sept, 2024

A lovely and pleasant stay at Queens Cottage

We had a wonderful stay at Queens Cottage! The space was impeccably clean and well-maintained, making us feel comfortable and welcome. We greatly enjoyed the serene ambiance of the town—the quaint nature of the cottages and the beautiful surroundings made for an incredible experience. I would highly recommend Sudeley Castle Cottages to anyone looking for a relaxing and enjoyable stay. We look forward to returning in the future should the opportunity present itself.

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10/10 Excellent

4 Sept, 2024

A lovely and pleasant stay at Queens Cottage

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10/10 Excellent

Jayne N.

23 Mar, 2024

Brilliant break

Perfect 2 night break. Warm and cosy with everything we needed. Had a delightful mooch around Sudeley Gardens and Broadway. Highly recommended location and great value. Jayne from Devon

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

23 Jun, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

The Queen's Cottage was perfect for our visit to Sudeley Castle and Winchcombe. It was spacious, clean and just as described. Entry into the castle was free with our stay which was an extra bonus. Not a lot of dining options in town.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Ruth T.

22 Nov, 2023

Really Lovely Place for Four

We loved this property. Open plan and very comfortable. The bathrooms were great. We were walking the Cotswold Way and this was very conveniently placed. Great pubs and restaurants just up the road. Extremely efficient and quick booking which was great as we were let down for another cottage.

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10/10 Excellent

Davinder B.

8 Aug, 2023

Very pleasant cottage

We had a fantastic stay!! All amenities were as stated. Kitchen was homely, shower spacious and bedrooms very comfortable. The cottage grounds were very peaceful and easy to access. We got locked out and someone came straight away. We would definitely share this stay with friends and family and will be back to stay again !

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10/10 Excellent

19 Jul, 2024

Family trip

My daughter moved to winchcombe last year we wanted a family holiday near her with wheelchair access. This cottage was ideal for location, full of character it had everything we needed. It had a downstairs bathroom, which worked but not entirely as it was a bath not a shower so mum couldn’t access it fully. There’s plenty of disabled parking in town so the hill was not a problem. The staff were extremely friendly and sorted out our queries immediately. We loved our visit to Sudeley castle and gardens which is included in the stay. We would definitely stay here again very good value for money.

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10/10 Excellent

4 Sept, 2024

A lovely and pleasant stay at Queens Cottage

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4/10 Poor

Janine T.

11 Jul, 2024

Queens Cottage - Poor Condition

This property is in a very poor condition and is in need of a well overdue refurbishment both inside and out, The outside patio has loose flags/wall and care should be taken when approaching the property. Other properties in the courtyard offer much better value and should be preferred when booking.

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8/10 Good

3 May, 2024

Pleasant Stay

We much enjoyed our brief stay at Queens Cottage. Overall it was comfortable, spacious and well-equipped. The location was excellent, being a short stroll to all the shops and facilities that Winchcombe has to offer as well as the heritage railway nearby to visit Broadway and Cheltenham. It was a bonus to have complimentary access to Sudeley Castle and gardens, also a short walk away, which was very enjoyable with an extensive display of artefacts in the castle, lovely grounds and church with Katherine Parr's final resting place. A few minor issues jarred regarding the cottage itself:- - The sofa cushions were stained and worn and offered no support, collapsing when sat upon. - The view from the rear kitchen window was unpleasant, resembling a mini waste/storage site, and had evidently been visited by a dog! - When we returned to the cottage on Friday evening we were unable to park in the communal parking area as it was full so had no choice but to park outside the cottage.

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8/10 Good

28 Aug, 2023

Great family cottage

Overall a great place for families to stay. Well located and have all the amenities including for babies. We stayed here with our parents and kids and everyone was quite comfortable. Just one suggestion - the downstairs bath can have a shower curtain so that it can be used without making much mess.

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10/10 Excellent

Catherine E.

24 Dec, 2022

A lovely Cotswolds break

The location of the Sudeley Holiday Cottages is superb with access to many footpaths, Sudeley Castle (when it is open)and Winchcombe with its lovely shops and pubs. We went for a magical walk across the snowy fields. The people at Boltholes Retreats were extremely helpful and very quick to respond to a question I had.

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10/10 Excellent

23 Oct, 2022

Very nice

A nice and pleasant way to spend a few days. It was lovely and clean and restful. There were other people around if necessary.

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10/10 Excellent

Shelly V.

11 Oct, 2022

Wonderful stay at the Queen’s Cottage!

We really enjoyed our stay at Sudeley Cottages. It was the perfect location for attending a wedding at Sudeley Castle. The Queens Cottage was well equipped and clean. The only small niggle was the wall light as you look down over the stairs. Lots of bugs and cobwebs in the light - this can easily be cleaned, so not a major detractor. Overall, a wonderful experience!

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8/10 Good

8 Oct, 2022

Great stay

Stayed for week in September. Great location for exploring the rest of the cotswolds by car. House was clean comfortable and spacious. Overall had no issues but scored customer service 3/5 as had no interaction with anyone good or bad! Was on the expensive side for the area I would think but short walk to village / walking paths made up for this. Free entry to sudeley castle is a nice perk. One negative was there seemed to be no where to recycle glass?

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10/10 Excellent

21 Jul, 2022

A four night stay in a Cotswold bolthole.

Our first Cotswold Cottage holiday was for four night in "Queens Cottage at Sudeley Castle, close to Winchcombe. The Cottage was a two bedroomed detached property within a group of stone built cottages dating back many years, but thoroughly modern and well fitted out. Comprising two bed rooms and a bathroom up stairs and a lounge dining room and kitchen, together with a second bathroom down stairs. The interior decor was light and with numerous windows it had a light and airy character. Carpeted throughout, and with two large settees, a dining table and an excellent kitchen with all modern appliances it made for a most hospitable and comfortable residence. WiFi and a large television were included but we never used either device during our stay. The tow bedrooms, each with a wardrobe plus chest of drawers provided ample storage, the one bedroom had a large double bed, and the second bedroom had two single beds. All the beds were very comfortable and provided with full fresh bedlinen. On entering the cottage the appearance was one of extreme tidiness and good condition to all fittings, and excellent provisioning of towels, face flannels and kitchen linen, plus wahing and shampooing products in both bathrooms. The atmosphere was one of peaceful, quiet tranquility, it was hard to know that other families were staying in the "complex" were it not for the dozen or so cars in the ample private parking area. Directions for arrival and entering the cottage were concise and simple, having been provided well before we departed from home, and a comprehensive gazetteer of Winchcombe and the Cotswold area was provided on the coffee table. THe cottages were situated about 200 yards from the main street through the town with numerous small shops and a goodly number of excellent eating establishments. If ever we return to the Cotswolds for an holiday, we will know exactly where to stay by returning to the cottages at Sudeley Castle.

10/10 Excellent

Kate C.

10 May, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winchcombe

Excellent facilities and parking. Easy access to castle and small town. Bakery, shop and pub/restaurants within 5 mins walk. If you stay in the castle cottages you get free access to the castle. Did not need to communicate with property manager but for the purposes of this review I have to give a star rating so give 5 in line with everything else.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Bolthole Retreats

Bolthole Retreats was founded in 2017 by Martin McWilliam and is based in Cheltenham.

We are the leading independent agency for Cotswold holiday rental properties. We work closely with owners and housekeepers to ensure that guests have a truly memorable stay.

We pride ourselves on our local knowledge, whether it be of a local farm shop, cycle routes or events. Our aim is to enable guests to have the opportunity to enjoy authentic Cotswold experiences, from the Cotswold experts, in a lovely Cotswold property that suits their needs.

What makes this property unique

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.