Self Catering in Cheshire - Chester
Chester Travel and Heritage Information

Sleeps a maximum of: 10
Pricing From: £1,994
Mickle Trafford Manor is a stunning, detached manor house, full of traditional features and en-suite bedrooms resting in the gorgeous city of Chester. Liverpool less than 20 miles; Manchester less than 39 miles.
Mickle Trafford Manor is an outstanding, country home set on a private cobbled courtyard in the village of Mickle Trafford, just a short distance from Chester City centre. This stunning period property oozes character and quality in its fixtures and fittings, having been carefully upgraded over many years by its existing owner and is perfect for those wishing to celebrate a special occasion. As you enter through the porch you arrive in an incredibly welcoming entrance hall, with gas feature coal fire set in a traditional inglenook hearth, sided by church pews and comfy armchairs where you can relax and socialise with passing guests.
The main sitting room retains a feeling of informal grandeur, with elegant seating in the main area and informal cushioned window seats in the large bay window overlooking the pretty garden. A second snug reception room with garden doors leads through to the kitchen and dining area with breakfast counter and cosy dining table. A former servant's staircase leads up to the Cottage room, a romantic double bedroom with private balcony and en-suite bathroom.
The main oak staircase winds up to three more bedrooms; the Balcony room with balcony and super king-size double bed with stylish en-suite facilities featuring a walk- in shower, the State room with an impressive emperor double bed, exposed oak wall frame and beams and master en-suite with double-ended bath, walk-in shower, bidet and twin basins, and the Green room which is equally well-furnished with a super king-size double bed with an en-suite bathroom and seating area. A second floor staircase leads you to the stylish and characterful Top room, furnished in an elegant 1950s style, and featuring a super king-size double bed and en-suite facilities. A summerhouse across the garden provides a tranquil heated retreat, allowing you to look back and admire the house and garden, and of course a property of this standard would not be complete without a hot tub to slip into for a well-earned pamper.
For an added touch of luxury, end each day in style with an indulgent seat amongst the warmth of the elegant sauna whilst the little ones keep themselves entertained with a game of air hockey, pool or table football in the thrilling games room. A ground floor dedicated room, step back in time through a secret mirrored wardrobe door into a characterful cinema with reclaimed plush seating, a large selection of DVD's and a popcorn machine with popcorn provided, Massive flat screen TV for an immersive cinema experience with the whole family. Chester is home to excellent shopping and there are plenty of pubs and restaurants to choose from.
Why not pay a visit to Chester Cathedral or perhaps take a boat trip along the beautiful River Dee and for animal and nature lovers, no trip to Chester would be complete without a visit to Chester Zoo or the nearby Blue Planet Aquarium. This superb cottage will provide a truly memorable holiday for anyone lucky enough to stay in this fantastic holiday home.
Amenities:
Highlights
Parking Space
Jacuzzi
Linen Provided
Dishwasher
Washing Machine
Highchair
Cots
Wi-Fi
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
6
Details
Over three floors
Five bedrooms: Master bedroom: 1 x second floor emperor double with en-suite bath, shower, twin basins, bidet and WC, Balcony room: 1 x second floor super king-size double (zip/link, can be twin on request) with balcony and en-suite bath, separate shower, basin and WC, Green Room: 1 x second floor super king-size double (zip/link, can be twin on request) with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 50's Charm: 1 x third floor super king-size double (zip/link, can be twin on request) with en-suite shower, basin and WC, Cottage room: 1 x first floor double with balcony and en-suite bath, separate shower, basin and WC, Kitchen with dining area
Sitting room (seats 8 plus window seating) with electric fire
Reception hall (seats 8) with gas fire
Snug (seats 5)
Games room Gas central heating with gas fire and electric fire
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher
6 x TVs with Freeview, WiFi, selection of books and Xbox
Fuel and power inc in rent
Bed linen and towels inc in rent
Cot and highchair on request
Off-road parking for 8 cars
Enclosed lawned garden with summerhouse, hot tub, patio, furniture and sauna with shower room
Cinema room with plush seating and massive flat screen TV
Sorry, no smoking
Shops less than 2 miles, pub less than 1 miles
Note: There are internal steps and low doors, characteristic of a period property
Note: No hens/stags or similar
Note: The games room comprises of a pool table, air hockey and football table
Note: A chef can be provided on prior arrangement
Note: There is a Good Housekeeping Bond of £500 for this property
Note: this property accepts up to three medium sized dogs, and please ensure muddy pawprints are left outside
Please note: During school holidays and the Christmas period, this property only accepts 7‑night bookings from Friday to Friday
For the rest of the year, the property accepts Monday arrivals for 4 or 7 nights, or Friday arrivals for 3 or 7 nights
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Map is approximate and should only be used to get a rough idea of the cottage location.
Nearest Attractions
Heritage Rated from 1- 5 (low-exceptional) on historic interestRoman Garden -
2.6 miles (Garden) ![]()
Chester Cathedral -
3 miles (Cathedral) ![]()
Chester, St John the Baptist Church -
3.1 miles (Historic Church) ![]()
Eastgate Clock -
3.1 miles (Historic Building) ![]()
The Rows -
3.1 miles (Historic Building) ![]()
Grosvenor Museum -
3.3 miles (Museum) ![]()
Chester Roman Amphitheatre -
3.3 miles (Roman Site) ![]()
Chester Castle, Agricola Tower -
3.4 miles (Castle) ![]()
Hawarden Old Castle -
8.2 miles (Castle) ![]()
Speke Hall -
8.2 miles (Historic House) ![]()
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