[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) ![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) ![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) ![Smart TV, fireplace, computer monitors](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74240000/74235600/74235523/cb1c22be.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) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location 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 home 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 transportation - Street parking available - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - 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 - Smoking not allowed ### 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 ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103760000/103755900/103755832/523b94c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Cheshire Gathering - Hot Tub 8 Bedroom Chester - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly 8.4 Very good 6 reviews CA $437 CA $531 total includes taxes & fees Nov 2 - Nov 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=103755832&PinnedHotelID=103755832&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111730000/111726600/111726543/80150346.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious 4 bed home in Chester. 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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.ca/Chester.dx6590) [View more Cottages in Chester](https://www.expedia.ca/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 - 1.6 km - Chester Cathedral - 3 min drive - 2.4 km - Chester City Walls - 4 min drive - 2.4 km - Chester Racecourse - 4 min drive - 2.7 km - Chester Zoo - 8 min drive - 8.0 km ### Getting around - Chester Station - 3 min drive - Chester (CEG-Hawarden) - 20 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Cornerhouse - ‬3 min drive - ‪Sea Breeze - ‬5 min walk - ‪The Boathouse - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Old Harkers Arms - ‬19 min walk - ‪The Moorings - ‬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? > Check-out 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 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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