Location
Enjoying a village location, close to the Welsh border in Cheshire, about half an hour’s drive south east of Chester and half an hour’s drive east of Wrexham.
The Old Rectory Heart of England
Luxury living wrapped in Victorian charm
There have been some changes at the Old Rectory since Victorian times and they have elevated this handsome vicarage into one of the most sumptuous places to stay in Cheshire. Still in situ are period details like sash windows, an open fireplace and ornate ceiling roses. But now you can also lounge on a horse-shoe sofa in the cinema room, work out in the gym, splash about in the heated indoor swimming pool or sink into the outdoor hot tub and gaze at the same view enjoyed by Victorian vicars (albeit they were not in a hot tub).
The kitchen and dining areas are at the heart of this house. In the country kitchen, equipped with a Lacanche range cooker, prepare banquets to serve in the grand dining room. Or dine in the pretty and private courtyard, where there’s a covered kitchen, Weber barbecue and Gozney pizza oven.
Enjoy cocktails in the richly decorated drawing room or sit with a whisky in a leather armchair by the bay window. Play pool in the games room, then crowd into the cinema room for a movie. And have music wherever you go with the Sonos speakers that even extend to the pool room. Outside, in the privacy of the ¾-acre gardens, practice yoga on the deck, play croquet, or soak up amazing views from the spectacular roof terrace.
Bedtime means luxurious, lavishly decorated bedrooms, with 300 thread count linens and sleep-inducing mattresses and toppers. Three rooms, including a bunk bed room for four, are on the ground floor. With space for up to 18 guests to enjoy an indulgent break, The Old Rectory is the answer to all your prayers.
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from £5,600
for 3 nights
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Restrictions
No fireworks
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Sleeps 18Scroll for a link to the full list of rooms in the property, including details of any available extra beds. -
Bedrooms 8Scroll for a link to the full list of rooms in the property. -
Bathrooms 7Scroll for a link to the full list of rooms in the property. -
Dining Capacity 18See House FAQs below for further details.
Wifi
Open Fire
Indoor Swimming Pool
Hot Tub
Cinema Room
Pet Friendly
Child Friendly
Ground Floor Bedroom
What we think
What to Expect
We’ve tried to think about everything to make your stay at The Old Rectory just perfect. In all of our big houses to rent, we provide all the essential features to cater for a large group. Here’s a list of all the practical provisions we have at the house. If there’s anything you can’t see here but need, just ask as we’ll see what we can do.
- Luxury Egyptian cotton bed linen, bath towels and pool/hot tub towels
- Well-equipped kitchen including Lacanche range cooker, American-style fridge freezer, dishwasher and Nespresso coffee machine
- Dining room table that seats up to 18 guests comfortably
- Wi-Fi
- Sonos sound system throughout the ground floor
- Cinema room with 55" Smart TV (with Netflix and Amazon)
- Additional TVs in the gym and master bedroom
- Games room with pool table, table football, Nintendo Wii console and games (available from autumn 2025)
- Selection of board games
- Children’s toys, books and DVDs
- Open fire in the drawing room (initial supply of logs provided)
- Heated indoor swimming pool (10.5m)
- Gym with treadmill, cross trainer, bench and free weights
- Hot tub (seats 6)
- Outdoor kitchen with Weber gas BBQ, Gosney pizza oven (gas provided), bar fridge, sink and bar stool seating
- Outdoor tables and chairs seating 18 guests on the terrace
- Croquet, rounders, footballs and boules
- Helicopter landing available by prior arrangement
House FAQs
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What are the check in and check out times?
Check in is at 4pm on the day of your arrival and check out is at 10am.
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How many cars can park at the property?
There is parking for 8 cars at the property.
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Are children welcome?
Children are very welcome at The Old Rectory. One travel cot (linen provided) and one highchair are available on request. Children's toys, books and DVDs are also provided. Please note, parents should supervise children at all times around the swimming pool and hot tub areas (the pool is accessed via a lockable door).
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Are pets allowed?
Up to two well-behaved dogs are allowed at The Old Rectory, subject to a fee of £50 per dog. Dogs are not allowed upstairs, in the bedrooms or on soft furnishings.
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Are stag and hen parties allowed?
Respectful hen and stag parties are sometimes permitted, subject to prior agreement with the property owner. Please contact us before booking to discuss.
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Can I arrange a supermarket delivery to the house?
Yes, you can order online with Waitrose, Sainsbury's or Tesco for a delivery direct to the house. We usually suggest booking a delivery for after 4pm on the day of arrival.
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How many guests can sit at the dining table?
The dining table can seat up to 18 guests.
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Can you recommend any local places to eat out?
Yes, we'd recommend the following pubs and restaurants, all within a short distance of the property:
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Are additional day guests allowed at the property?
Additional day guests may be invited by prior agreement only. Please call us to discuss.
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What is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is Wrenbury (8 miles).
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What is the nearest airport?
The nearest airport is Liverpool (34 miles).
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Will you hold a damage deposit during our stay?
Yes, we ask to hold a cautionary deposit of £1,000 during your stay at The Old Rectory. This is requested just two weeks prior to your stay, and is returned shortly after, assuming no damage to the property or its contents (see our Booking T&Cs for more information).
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How do I book?
You can check availability and pricing and place your booking request online, or by calling our team on 01242 352 747.
When booking, we ask for a deposit of 33% of the total price, with the balance due 12 weeks prior to your stay (or the full balance when booking within 12 weeks of your stay).
