Title: Idyllic Victorian Cottage Open Fire, Hot Tub, Sleeps 8, City 5 mins, Zoo 15 mins Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Idyllic Victorian Cottage Open Fire, Hot Tub, Sleeps 8, City 5 mins, Zoo 15 mins ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74240000/74235600/74235523/42bd4c18.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74240000/74235600/74235523/52090a56.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74240000/74235600/74235523/082bcc9a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, computer monitors](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74240000/74235600/74235523/cb1c22be.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74240000/74235600/74235523/199ad43f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location The Old Post Office offers an idyllic retreat in the heart of Chester village, Boughton. With 4 spacious double bedrooms and 2 lounges with open fires, this cottage-style home boasts a well-equipped kitchen and delightful south-facing garden featuring a hot tub. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Idyllic Victorian Cottage Open Fire, Hot Tub, Sleeps 8, City 5 mins, Zoo 15 mins The Old Post Office is the best of both worlds, an idyllic cottage feel but only 5 mins drive or 20 mins walk from Chester city centre, the train station and the racecourse. 4 good size double bedrooms, 1 King and 3 doubles, 2 lounges with open fires, a main bathroom with freestanding bath and separate shower, a second WC and shower room on the ground floor, a well equipped kitchen with dining area and a delightful south facing garden with a hot tub, there is plenty of room. An iconic period property situated along prestigious, tree-lined Dee Banks in the Chester village of Boughton, The Old Post Office has been reloved, restored and renovated to the highest standard, right across from the banks of the River Dee. Following extensive renovation work, carried out in 2013, which has seen the replacement of sash windows, replastering, reinsulated walls and floors, newly fitted plumbing and electrics, The Old Post Office is a home restored to its period glamour. Poised between the late Victorian and early Edwardian periods, The Old Post Office defies conventions, resulting in an utterly unique abode, brimming with quirks and character. It is a home once seen, never forgotten. As remarkable as the home's period interior is its unrivalled location. Only two minutes' walk delivers you to the slipway onto the River Dee. Nestled in a conservation area, get back to nature at Calder Valley Nature Reserve, directly to the rear of The Old Post Office. An ideal place to walk the dogs. Only 10-minutes' walk from the centre of Boughton, take the passenger ferry and walk across the Meadows and cross the bridge into Chester. Within Chester, feast your eyes and appetite on an abundance of restaurants, cafes, bistros and cultural delights. Explore the attractions of Boughton: dine out at Et Alia at The Red House, a cherished local Italian offering alfresco dining overlooking the River Dee and the Meadows. Nearby supermarkets include Waitrose and Sainsbury's. Commuting is no problem, with fantastic links to the M53, M56 and A55 and Chester railway station nearby (5 mins taxi or 20 mins walk). 5 miles / 15 mins to Chester Zoo. PARKING - Plenty of on street parking, it's a quite area so not an issue for multiple vehicles. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Street parking available - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Computer monitor - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - On a river ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Located in Chester, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet and The Rows of Chester are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Burton Mere Wetlands and Little Budworth Country Park. Check out an event or a game at Chester Racecourse, and consider making time for Chester Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. [Visit our Chester travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester.dx6590) [View more Cottages in Chester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Cottages.d6590-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C53.18711%2C-2.86635&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=RD8sxxNwjLsojQ7TkboTAvgZps0=) Chester, England ### What's nearby - Grosvenor Park - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile - Chester Cathedral - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles - Chester City Walls - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles - Chester Racecourse - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles - Chester Zoo - 8 min drive - 5.0 miles ### Getting around - Chester Station - 3 min drive - Chester (CEG-Hawarden) - 20 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Sea Breeze - ‬5 min walk - ‪The Cornerhouse - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Old Harkers Arms - ‬19 min walk - ‪The Moorings - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Boathouse - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Idyllic Victorian Cottage Open Fire, Hot Tub, Sleeps 8, City 5 mins, Zoo 15 mins pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Idyllic Victorian Cottage Open Fire, Hot Tub, Sleeps 8, City 5 mins, Zoo 15 mins? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Idyllic Victorian Cottage Open Fire, Hot Tub, Sleeps 8, City 5 mins, Zoo 15 mins? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Idyllic Victorian Cottage Open Fire, Hot Tub, Sleeps 8, City 5 mins, Zoo 15 mins located? > Situated on a river, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Chester Music Theatre and St Paul's Church. Grosvenor Park and Great Boughton Library are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Idyllic Victorian Cottage Open Fire, Hot Tub, Sleeps 8, City 5 mins, Zoo 15 mins Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location 10 - Excellent 9 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca C. 19 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend away in Chester The property was beautiful, clean and well equipped. Great location too! ##### Rebecca C. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Liz S. 5 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay Great location! Had a fantastic time over New Years. Highly recommend ##### Liz S. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anna M. 22 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely house We really enjoyed our stay and time in the wood fired hot tub ##### Anna M. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan C. 23 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wedding Weekend Beautiful property, had everything needed for a comfortable stay for 6 adults. ##### Susan C. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Patricia T. 7 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy ##### Patricia T. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mervyn F. 3 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect place to stay. We throughly enjoyed our stay , we had good communication with the owners and the cottage was very clean and spacious. Parking was never a problem and it is in a quiet area but very handy for Chester which is a lovey town .The hot tub was great and was used every day . ##### Mervyn F. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John D. 31 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### John D. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katherine L. 16 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend getaway A lovely house to accommodate a group of friends for a weekend of chatting, food and shopping. All mod cons and an environmental hot tub. Great experience ##### Katherine L. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kerry M. 12 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Victorian Chester Home The house is lovely and beautifully decorated. Our hosts were very helpful and communicative. I’d definitely recommend ##### Kerry M. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eloise C. 25 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect! We have just come home from the most amazing weekend staying in this beautiful property. The hosts were so helpful in booking and any questions we had. The house was spotless and had everything you could have wanted. A perfect location to explore Chester and have a relaxing weekend. We would definitely stay again. Thank you! ##### Eloise C. 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