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Kestrel

(Ref. 1119283)

Tilston, Cheshire Show on map

Customer rating 5.0

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A property's star rating is the average of the star ratings received from guests that wish for their review to be published

Sykes rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets: No

Features

  • Off road parking
  • Garden / Patio
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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  • comfortable (5)
  • property (4)
  • beautiful (4)
  • friendly (4)
  • cottage (3)

9 Customer Reviews

  • "Our 2nd visit to Kestrel."

    Very friendly and welcoming hosts. Cottage spotless and very comfortable. Ideally placed to tour around Wales and Cheshire.

    Dear Carol, It was lovely to see you both again. Thank you for your kind comments. Best wishes, Clare Property Owner

    Reviewed by Carol5.0★Jul 2026

  • "I travel a lot around the UK whether it's Hotels, airbnb or booking."

    This was one of my favourite places to stay without a doubt. From the friendly welcome, quality of the place and few extras to top it all off - I couldn't be more comfortable. Great, quiet location with some beautiful surroundings. You'd be hard pushed to find a nicer space in the area. Thanks again! Shem

    Dear Shem, Thank you for your truly kind feedback, it is very much appreciated. I wish you safe travels, and if you are ever in this area again, I hope to welcome you back. Best wishes, Clare Property Owner

    Reviewed by Przem5.0★Nov 2025

  • "The accommodation was perfect, very comfortable and cosy."

    Beautiful setting, very quiet but close to lots of beautiful places to visit. Claire was so welcoming and we had such a wonderful stay, we didn’t want to leave.

    Dear Barbara, Many thanks for your kind comments. I am so pleased that you enjoyed your stay. It was lovely to meet you both - and l Ioved the reason for your visit. Best wishes to you both, Clare. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Barbara5.0★Sep 2025

  • "Lovely property, in beautiful surroundings!"

    Clare is a fantastic and attentive host and the dogs are great fun. Would definitely stay again

    Dear Linda, Thank you for your kind feedback. It was lovely to meet you and Andi and I am delighted that you enjoyed your stay. Best wishes, Clare Property Owner

    Reviewed by Linda5.0★Jul 2025

  • "Quiet and peaceful location, property was well appointed, clean and comfortable."

    Our hosts were attentive and informative about the local area and beyond. Many thanks.

    Thank you for your positive comments Stephen - I am very pleased that you enjoyed your stay. All good wishes, Clare Property Owner

    Reviewed by Steven5.0★Jun 2025

  • "Great cottage."

    All you need for a good holiday. Friendly and helpful welcome from Clare. Very convenient for visiting many areas around. Enjoyed the garden and wild flowers. Hope to certainly return in the near future.

    Very many thanks for your kind words Carol. I am so pleased that you liked the garden. Each day there are more wild flowers popping up - which is such a delight. It was a pleasure to meet you both - and I look forward to hopefully welcoming you back. Best wishes, Clare Property Owner

    Reviewed by Carol5.0★May 2025

  • "Kestrel is a stunning place to stay."

    The setting is beautiful & the moment you walk in the door you know you made a good choice!! The attention to detail is noticeable throughout the property. It's simply perfect. Thank you Clare for making our stay in Kestrel so memorable. We definitely hope to come back!!

    Dear Howard, Thank you for your truly kind words. I am delighted that you enjoyed your stay - and look forward to welcoming you back. Best wishes, Clare Property Owner

    Reviewed by Howard5.0★May 2025

  • "I would add 3 things to the property - a coffee machine and some small electric heater to compensate for the heating system taking so long to initiate."

    I would also provide more cleaning materials / cloths - would have helped particularly in the kitchen. Otherwise a lovely place!

    I am pleased that you thought Kestrel to be a lovely place. Thank you for your suggestions, which we have taken on board. As mentioned in the description of the property the heating is provided by an air source heat pump which, whilst very efficient, does not provide instantaneous heat. In August, for the comfort of our guests, we do not put the heating on and had thought the well insulated building to be warm. I am sorry that you found that it was not. We did put the heating on as soon as you requested it and asked you to let us know if it was sufficiently high, or whether you had changed your minds about wanting it on in the bedrooms. We will look into getting an electric heater for those who wish for additional heat in the summer months. The property does have a cafetiere, but at your suggestion we will also look into getting a non pod coffee machine. I will ensure that there are more cleaning materials available. Your feedback was helpful. Thank you. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Mike5.0★Aug 2024

  • "We feel privileged to have been the first occupants of this new cottage."

    Having booked for 4 nights we decided to stay the following week. Hugh and Claire were very welcoming and we were pleased to be accepted by their two very friendly dogs, Purdey and Flo. The cottage was very comfortable and eco friendly and we look forward to staying there again sometime soon.

    Thank you for your kind words - we are delighted that you enjoyed your stay in Kestrel. It was a pleasure to meet you and Barbara - and we very much hope to be able to welcome you back soon. Purdey agrees! Property Owner

    Reviewed by Michael5.0★Sep 2023

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Summary

  • Two double bedrooms
  • Ground-floor bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
  • Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
  • Utility
  • Air source pump central heating
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine and dishwasher
  • TV and WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Off-road parking for 2 cars
  • Patio with furniture and access to the owner's open field with pond
  • Sorry, no pets and no smoking or vaping, inside or out
  • Note: The owner has dogs on-site, please bear in mind when booking
  • Shop 2.5 miles, pub 2.6 miles
  • Note: There is an un-fenced pond on-site, care to be taken
  • Note : Adults only
  • Note: One of the double bedrooms has limited head height
  • Note: WiFi speed can be slow in the area; please be aware
  • Please note: This property is for holidays only and contractor bookings are not permitted
  • Visitors are welcome to enjoy the mown paths which meander through the open wildlife field
  • Please note: No short breaks are permitted between the beginning of June and the end of September. At all other times, short breaks are only allowed if they fall within a single week and do not span across two separate weeks.

The property

Tilston 2.6 miles.

Kestrel is a lovingly restored barn conversion resting in the rural village of Shocklach, Cheshire.

Perfect for two couples or friends, this holiday home provides a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle, with handy off-road parking, plenty of home comforts, and a pub within walking distance.

Upon entering the home, you will find an open-plan living space, complete with a well-equipped kitchen, a dining space for four guests, and a sitting area.

After cooking up a delicious dinner, dine at the table, load your dishes into the dishwasher, and settle down to watch a film on the TV in the sitting area.

When sleep calls, two double bedrooms rest upstairs, one of which with a Velux window allowing in plenty of light, and each light and airy and perfect for catching some shut-eye.

Back on the ground floor, you can soak away a day of walking in the bathroom, or if you prefer, freshen up in the walk-in shower before heading back out for an evening meal.

You will also have access to the owner's grounds, where you can spend some time in the fresh air and admire the local wildlife in the tranquillity.

Enjoy a peaceful pocket of Cheshire with a stay at Kestrel.

Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 1119285, together sleeping up to six guests.

New House Farm Barns

New House Farm Barns are a duo of two lovingly restored barns in the charming village of Shocklach, Cheshire. Rural and surrounded by a wealth of local wildlife, yet with the added convenience of off-road parking and access to the owner's open field. Curlew, kestrels, and goldfinches are just some of the birds to be seen from the property. In the evenings hedgehogs come out and the barn owl is usually hunting for voles in the field. Evenings can be savoured outside or inside, or guests can travel a little further to the nearest pub, the Carden Arms, for dinner and a couple of drinks. With plenty of walking trails to explore, including the Bickerton Hills with views over to Liverpool and the Bishop Benet Way, a 35-mile walk which runs right through Shocklach, the area is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. The Clwydian Mountains, and the Berwyn Mountains are all within an easy drive – and Yr Wyddfa (Snowdonia) can be reached and walked in on a day trip; National Trust sites are also within reach, including the 18th century manor of Erddig, Chirk Castle, and Cholmonderley Gardens. Venture a little further to Chester, where you'll be spoilt for choice with its vibrant nightlife, shops, and historical attractions. Step back in time and visit the Roman walls and amphitheatre, stroll around the historic Chester Rows, or check out the Chester Zoo to meet some of the world's rarest animals. However you choose to spend your time, the New House Farm Barns promise a truly unforgettable getaway in Cheshire.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

Where you’ll be staying

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TILSTON

Malpas 4.5 miles; Whitchurch 10 miles; Chester 14 miles.

The village of Tilston is situated on the upper reaches of the River Dee, located between the medieval city of Chester and the market town of Whitchurch. Close by is the Carden Park Hotel with a superb 5 star leisure spa and golf course. Chester is just 14 miles away, and this Roman city has quite rightly been described as 'the jewel of the North-West of England'. Perhaps the most fascinating aspect of the city is that within a very small area there is evidence of every period of history - from the old walls and amphitheatre of Roman times, through medieval churches, Elizabethan timber-framed town houses and Georgian terraces, to Victorian restorations and 21st century architecture. The City has much to offer the tourist, including excellent shopping in the famous 'Rows', and lovely walks around the old Roman Walls, along The Groves beside the River Dee or through the picturesque Grosvenor Park. Further afield, the stunning Welsh mountains and coastline, and the market towns and villages of Cheshire, Shropshire and Wrexham are all within easy touring distance, whilst the nearby Wirral Peninsula has many splendid courses to tempt the golfing enthusiast.

Note : Adults only.
Please note: This property is for holidays only and contractor bookings are not permitted.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas
Flexible cancellation terms

If you cancel before midnight , get all of your money back:

  • Rent
  • Extras
  • Fees

excluding the Flexible Cancellation fee and any insurance premium.

There are a small number of circumstances where you can’t use Flexible Cancellation. See the Flexible Cancellation Terms that apply.

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