A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 3 guests in 2 bedrooms
This apartment cottage is named after Prince Rupert of the Rhine, a nephew of King Charles I, who commanded the Royalist cavalry during the English Civil War and made Sudeley his headquarters. The entrance to the apartment is via one of two outdoor staircases (at each end of the Old Forge) and the shared decking area, which faces a pretty lawn and the footpath to Sudeley Castle. The first floor has a bright and light open plan living area, dining area and fully equipped kitchen overlooking the main courtyard. A pretty, divided staircase leads up to the double bedroom and family bathroom to the left and the single bedroom (with under-eaves space for a ‘folding' bed) to the right.
Note: the three Old Forge apartment cottages have restricted headroom in parts of the bedrooms and landing areas due to the original oak beams and A-frame structure.
Ground Floor The living/Dining/Kitchen area is open-plan. Stepping into the dining area from the decking and outside seating area, you'll immediately be struck by the light and airy feel of this apartment cottage.
Dining Area: The dining area is furnished with a round, oak dining table and chairs to comfortably accommodate 4 guests.
Kitchen: The fully equipped kitchen, overlooking the main courtyard, has a country-cottage feel, with fresh off-white coloured and wooden work surfaces. The kitchen has all the appliances, cookware, crockery and glassware you need for a self-catering holiday, including a, oven/hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, toaster, kettle, Nespresso coffee machine and a washer-dryer. (See ‘Facilities' above for further details.) A welcome pack of teabags, Nespresso coffee pods, hot chocolate, milk, biscuits, jam/honey mini pots, boiled sweets are provided for your first day at the Cottage.
Sitting Room: A comfortable sofa, sink-in armchair with a footstool provide plenty of seating for 4 in the carpeted living area. In addition, the living area is furnished with an oak coffee table, occasional tables, a Freeview TV and DVD player. An understair cupboard in the living room houses a travel cot, stair gate, highchair, iron, ironing board, airer, as well as the Welcome Dog Basket (with stainless steel bowl and blanket).
First Floor There is a divided staircase to reach the first floor.
Bedroom One: The master bedroom is furnished with an oak frame standard double bed, small chest of drawers, bedside tables and individual overbed lights with reading and room lighting. This dual aspect bedroom, with windows to the front and back, has a small hanging cupboard and hooks to store guests' clothing.
Bedroom Two: Furnished with an oak frame single bed, bedside table and individual overbed light with reading and room lighting, this is a cosy bedroom with views to the rear over the garden and decking area. Hooks in the main bedroom area are provided for hanging clothes, while an under-the-eaves extension off the main sleeping area houses a chest of drawers and hanging hooks.
Family Bathroom: Adjacent to Bedroom 2 is the family bathroom, with a large walk-in shower (with a fixed over-head rain shower and detachable handheld showerhead) toilet, sink with shaver unit and heated towel rail.
Outside Guests of Prince Rupert share a lovely wooden decking area (with the George III and Prince Rupert apartments) that looks out over a communal garden lawn and a footpath that leads to Sudeley Castle. Each apartment has its own private seating area with a table and chairs for 4 guests.
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About the area
Cheltenham
Located in Cheltenham, this cottage is in a rural area. Winchcombe Folk and Police Museum and Holst Birthplace Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Sudeley Castle and Hailes Abbey. Toddington Narrow Gauge Railway and Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway are also worth visiting.
Winchcombe Folk and Police Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
St Peter's Church Winchcombe - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Sudeley Castle - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Cheltenham Racecourse - 18 min drive - 13.3 km
Gloucester Docks - 36 min drive - 37.1 km
Getting around
Toddington Railway Station - 9 min drive
Oxford (OXF) - 69 min drive
Restaurants
Snowshill Manor Tearoom - 15 min drive
The Hewlett - 11 min drive
Favourite Beers - 12 min drive
Costa Coffee - 10 min drive
The White Hart Inn - 3 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 3 guests in 2 bedrooms pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 3 guests in 2 bedrooms?
As of 23 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 3 guests in 2 bedrooms on 1 Sept 2026 start from £430, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 3 guests in 2 bedrooms?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 3 guests in 2 bedrooms?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 3 guests in 2 bedrooms?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 3 guests in 2 bedrooms located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Winchcombe Folk and Police Museum, St Peter's Church Winchcombe and Belas Knap. Sudeley Castle and Hailes Abbey are also within 3 miles (5 km).
About the host
Hosted by Bolthole Retreats
What makes this property unique
Prince Rupert is a dog-friendly apartment cottage, which sleeps 3 guests across one double and one single bedroom. The accommodation is arranged over two floors, with a living area, dining area and fully equipped kitchen downstairs and the two bedrooms and a bathroom upstairs. Prince Rupert is in the converted Old Forge, and an end apartment of three, sharing a decking area with Charles I and George III, with each apartment having its own seating area with views across a lawn to a footpath and woodland.
Guests staying at Prince Rupert enjoy complimentary (other than separately ticketed events) day-time entrance to Sudeley Castle & Gardens during the open season.
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