Rainbows End

christleton, north wales & snowdonia

5 guests
3 beds
1 bathroom
No pets

4.9Outstanding

4.0Sykes Holiday Cottages rating

Rainbows End is a stylish and contemporary home nestled in the quaint village of Christleton, Cheshire.

This well-positioned home is perfectly placed close to local amenities yet boasts an enclosed garden for that much-needed moment of tranquility, offering all the essentials for a family break.

Park up on the private driveway or by the roadside and unload your belongings with ease, ready to kickstart your Cheshire getaway.

Step indoors, hang up your coats, and store away your shoes before making yourself at home in the sitting room, complete with an electric fire for those cooler evenings.

Use this space as a quiet nook, away from the rest of the home.

The open-plan living space offers the perfect area to gather as a family, with a well-equipped kitchen on offer, a dedicated dining area, and further sumptuous sofas to sink into, ready to spend some quality time together as well as a dedicated workspace available if needed.

Outdoors, there is an enclosed rear garden with a decked area to take advantage of, made for alfresco mealtimes, before cosying up in front of the Smart TV for a film night.

Head upstairs to find three well-presented bedrooms: two king-size and one single, all serviced by a sleek bathroom with a bath and a walk-in shower and a handy cloakroom.

Explore the village of Christleton with its many amenities, from the historic Christleton Hall to the village green and surrounding pubs and eateries.

Ring O' Bells pub is a short journey away and a firm favourite for British fare.

Venture to the nearby city of Chester, home to its iconic 12th-century walls, Roman amphitheatre, and Chester Cathedral, along with a hub of shops, bars, and restaurants to enjoy.

Take a day trip to the vibrant city of Liverpool and explore its many attractions, from Albert Dock and Tate Liverpool to the Beatles Museum and the Merseyside Maritime Museum, or cross the border and traverse the Welsh countryside, with the Clwydian Range and Dee.

Enjoy your trip to the property Rainbows End.

Your dates

Everything you'll need

Wifi
Dishwasher
Garden / Patio
Pets Not Allowed
Off Road Parking

Wifi
Dishwasher
Garden / Patio
Pets Not Allowed
Off Road Parking
Near Pub / Shop
Smoke Free
Near Walks
Washing Machine

What guests are saying

4.9

Based on 26 reviews

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

Very spacious, comfy and clean.

Ideal location for visiting Chester area. Minor issue, bathroom window does not close fully and the extractor runs for a long time. Enjoyed our short break, owner very welcoming.

StephenOct 2026

Owner response:

Dear Stephen, Thank you for your kind review. Yes, I do agree that the extraction in the bathroom does run for a long time. This week I am going to get my builder to change the timer. The reason is that prior to Rainbow’s End being a holiday let, it was a tenanted house. It worked very well. Until we took the house back. The bathroom was a total wreck after spending £7000 doing a revamp. Our tenants had allowed friends to stay at the house as guests for 6 months unbeknown to us. 6 adults using the shower twice a day meant the bathroom was never allowed to dry. The window was locked shut. On my visits to the house I noticed that there was a mop and bucket in the shower room. I never thought any more of that. It was a shock when we took the house back. I asked my electrician to install another extractor in the ceiling making it a dual system to take the steam and vapour out. The mirror cupboards were so saturated they were dangerous, so we had to rip them out and replaced them. The ceiling was also saturated so had to be replaced. The tiled floor was cracked and broken so we were recommended to replace it with a good quality Lino. Another £2000.00 was spent including repainting and re aligning the shower door to stop it leaking. Copious amounts of silicon and waterproof glue were used in the alignment of the shower door and panels to stop it leaking. Hence the mop and bucket. The tenant had removed the specially engineered plastic trim and replaced it with a generic one. It didn’t work. It took us and our fitter 3 weeks to sort it. The other solution was to totally replace the shower ! Unfortunately the silicon and waterproof glue is unsightly and not amount of cleaning will make it look pristine. It is reaching the time to replace the shower entirely but my fitter told me the way the bathroom was built meant there is going to be a problem with the waste. The window has had its day. It will be replaced. Many apologies for the long winded response. Regards Hilary

This was our second trip to Rainbows End, it was like slipping back into comfy slippers.

The house is perfect for us (with two teenagers) but wish we had found it when they were much younger as it has an ideal garden, safe and totally secure with grassy bits seating bits and shady bits. The layout is so practical with a big family room/ kitchen leading out to the garden but also having a separate lounge. The owner Hilary is such a sweetheart too and does everything yo make it a very pleasant stay. We have already booked again for next year and I recommend it to all our friends. It us in a fantastic location and we have done something different every day. We already have four days planned for next time!

LauraJul 2026

Owner response:

Dear Laura, We are so very happy to know that you and the family have so enjoyed Rainbow’s End. It was a delight seeing you both just before you left, regretful of the illness which laid me low through the week you were here. Rainbow’s End has always been a well loved home and we had hoped that would come across to all who chose to holiday in it. We have planned the self contained layout to mirror what we ourselves would like to find when away from home. It is always a pleasure to have nice people like your family coming to enjoy time with us. Plus the weather you brought was a treat ! We look forward to having a few more minutes with you on your next visit in 2027. Also I must remember to cater for those in the front seat of the car next time round ! Look after yourselves for the rest of 2026, and look forward to seeing you next year. Best wishes, Hilary

We were very impressed immediately we opened the front door.

What from the outside appeared to be a standard 1950s semi detached 3 bedroomed house had been transformed skilfully into a superb modern residence. The clean lines, the fresh white paintwork and the modern layout and facilities are all that one would expect in a brand new home in 2026. The downstairs flooring was polished wood with rugs around seating areas. The kitchen diner was spacious and it led through sliding glazed doors into the rear garden and patio where there was an outdoor dining table. The kitchen contained all modern cooking necessities set amongst the clean dazzling white lines of quartz effect work tops and stylish white cupboards and fittings. This was topped by a modern oven and cooking hob plus a capacious fridge and freezer, a microwave oven, toaster and other general accoutrements. Furniture was clean, comfortable and modern in style. The bedrooms and bathroom were equally immaculate and well equipped and maintained. The shower for example was spotless. Even the rear garden was well laid out with well maintained patio and dining table in addition to a covered seating area. A small lawn and flower bed complemented this restful idyll. I would be very happy to live in this house. We discovered that there is a regular bus service from the village into the city of Chester although we chose to walk there along the canal bank. There is a pub in the village, the Ring O' Bells a short walk from the property and another one, The Cheshire Cat beside the canal. A small shop in the village sells provisions.

MarcusJun 2026

Owner response:

Dear Marcus, Thank you for your lovely review of Rainbow’s End. I enjoyed meeting you and your colleague but sad your other friend could not make the get together this year. You are so kind to point out a few things to me which could enhance the experience of future guests. It is being put in place ready for your next visit. I have ordered blackout blinds for one of the bedrooms so eye masks will not be necessary. We did encounter you and your friend in the village a couple of times and were very pleased that the village facilities were enjoyed by you too. We look forward to your next visit and hope your friend can make it too. You are a very lovely person who have described what we would look for when we take a holiday home for some calm and respite from the busy world we live in. Our very best wishes, Hilary

Access to the property was very easy without any problems as was unloading since the drive and the front door were very close.

The photographs and description were accurate and it was exceptionally clean and tidy. The owner lives in the village and she dropped by a few hours after we had gained entry to check that all was as it should have been. She also explained how to switch on the heating if it was required. We found the kitchen was well equipped for our needs and the garden set up would have been wonderful if the weather had not been so wet. The beds were comfortable and the shower worked well with plenty of hot water whenever we needed it. The heating worked well for the two evenings when it was colder than expected for the time of year. The kitchen diner/sitting room is very spacious and comfortable as was the smaller sitting room at the front of the house. TV reception was good and both the televisions have a range of apps for streaming depending on your subscriptions. The wifi worked very well in all areas of the house. Rainbows end is close to the centre of the village which has a small general shop that is open in the evenings and opposite is a public house (0.5 miles walk) that serves good local beer, food and non-alcoholic drinks. In addition there is a small coffee shop but it is closed on Monday & Tuesday. There is a second public house based on the nearby Shropshire Union canal that also offers accommodation and food (0.5 miles walk along the towpath). The nearest supermarket (&petrol) is 1.5 miles away just past the local Premier Inn ( called the Chester Central south east Premier Inn hotel). All in all a great let and since we have family nearby we hope to be returning at some stage.

RayJun 2024

Good to know

House Rules

Good housekeeping bond
This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200
Smoking
Not permitted

Stay Information

Check-in / Check-out
15:00 / 10:00
Property ref
1144696
Parking
Private Driveway, Road Side, Off Road Parking

Guest & Pet Policy

Pets
Not allowed
Children
Not accepted

Rainbows End

Description

Your dates

Everything you'll need

What guests are saying

Good to know

House Rules

Stay Information

Guest & Pet Policy