Cheshire Escapes offers a charming apartment set within a Grade II listed building in the heart of Chester, where historic character meets modern comfort. Perfectly positioned in the city centre, the property is just moments from boutique shops, restaurants, cafés, and iconic landmarks. Step outside and explore the Roman walls, River Dee, and Chester’s famous attractions all within easy walking distance.

Situated on the distinguished Watergate Street in the heart of Chester, this well-appointed two-bedroom ground-floor apartment offers an ideal combination of comfort, convenience, and privacy. Located within close proximity to the renowned Chester Racecourse and a wide selection of shops, restaurants, and local amenities, the property provides a highly desirable base for both leisure and business visitors. The apartment is accessed via a private, secure gate, ensuring a peaceful and exclusive residential experience.

The accommodation comprises two spacious double bedrooms, each thoughtfully furnished with high-quality linens to ensure a restful environment. The principal bedroom benefits from a private en suite bathroom, complete with a shower-over-bath configuration, toilet, and washbasin. A hairdryer is also available for guest use. The second bedroom is similarly appointed, offering a double bed and ample space for comfort and relaxation.

A second bathroom is provided for the convenience of all guests, featuring a modern stand-in shower, toilet, and basin.

The kitchen is designed in an attractive shaker style and is fully equipped with essential appliances, including an oven, kettle, toaster, and necessary utensils, allowing for the preparation of meals throughout the duration of your stay.

The generously proportioned living area offers a comfortable and welcoming environment, furnished with a large sofa and a flat-screen television equipped with all major streaming services, providing entertainment at your fingertips.

Externally, the property features a private terrace complete with outdoor furniture—an ideal setting for relaxation or casual dining in the open air. This property represents a well-balanced blend of location, practicality, and comfort, making it a highly suitable choice for those seeking refined accommodation in central Chester.

Access to the property is via a key safe box which the details for this will be given 24 hours prior to the standard check in time of 4pm.

As the apartment is located in the heart of Chester city centre, there is no on-site or street parking available. However, several public car parks are within a short walk of the property. We recommend Linenhall Car Park, which typically offers 24-hour parking for approximately £8.

The apartment`s central location means many of Chester`s attractions, shops, restaurants, and cafés are within easy walking distance.

Chester Train Station is approximately a 5–10 minute drive or a 15–20 minute walk from the property.


Cheshire Escapes value guest experience and always strive to go above and beyond to make your stay memorable. We are always available to answer any questions or accommodate your needs during your visit.

Having lived in Chester for many years, we are passionate about sharing our favourite local restaurant, cosy cafés, local attractions, or hidden gems, so don’t hesitate to get in touch for our top recommendations.

We are happy to communicate via Airbnb messaging, text messages or calls – whatever is easiest for you!


This characterful apartment is in the heart of Chester City Centre, surrounded by restaurants, bars, cafés, and shops. Many top attractions, including the Roman Walls, Grosvenor Park, Chester Racecourse, and the River Dee, are within easy walking distance. Its central location makes it an ideal base for exploring the city. As with any city-centre property, some noise from nearby venues can be expected, particularly in the evenings.

For stays of more than 14 consecutive nights, a mandatory mid-stay clean is required. This service helps ensure the property remains fresh, hygienic, and well-maintained throughout longer stays.
The cost of the mandatory mid-stay clean is £100, which includes general cleaning, fresh bed linen, and replacement towels.
Guests will be contacted in advance to arrange a mutually convenient date and time for the mid-stay clean.

Well-behaved dogs are welcome for an additional fee of £20 per dog, per stay. Please let us know at the time of booking if you plan to bring your furry friend and kindly ensure they are supervised and that any pet waste is disposed of appropriately.

Our standard check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Requests for early check-in or late check-out are subject to availability and must be approved in advance. Any early arrival or delayed departure outside the standard times will incur an additional hourly rate, which will be invoiced accordingly.

Please be quiet during 23:00 to 07:00 to respect the neighbours.
Please keep the noise to a minimum between the hours of 11pm and 7am to respect the neighbours

No smoking in the property

Booking Terms
These booking terms (`Booking Terms`) are between the person or legal entity making the Booking (`You/Your`), and the accommodation provider who delivers temporary accommodation services for the accommodation you have selected (the `Accommodation`).
These Booking Terms are for the provision of accommodation services (`Booking(s)`), for the accommodation you have selected, as further described in the confirmation sent to you by email (the `Confirmation`). These Booking Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales and apply to all Bookings.
By making a Booking, you accept to be bound by these Booking Terms and confirm that you can enter into a legally binding contract and that you are over 18 years of age, or higher if the selected accommodation has specified a higher age limit in their Booking Confirmation.
You agree that the booking is for a short-term stay for leisure, business or temporary purposes and does not give rise to an assured shorthold tenancy or lease and is an excluded agreement within the meaning of s.3A(7)(a) of the Protection from Eviction Act 1977.
You may not resell or re-assign your booking to any other person or organisation except with the express authority of Cheshire Escapes

Check-In & Check-Out Policy
Our standard check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Requests for early check-in or late check-out are subject to availability and must be approved in advance. Any early arrival or delayed departure outside the standard times will incur an additional hourly rate, which will be invoiced accordingly.

Cancellation Policy

If the booking is cancelled before 23:59, 21 day(s) before check-in, it is free of charge. Less than 21 day(s) before check-in, the charge is 100% of the total

House Rules & Notices

Please be quiet during 23:00 to 07:00 to respect the neighbours.
Loss of Cheshire Escapes property and other additional charges that could be incurred during your stay at the property are listed below:

Lost key (standard) / Replacement of locks – starts at £50.00
Emergency Call out charge (outside working hours) – £100.00
Excessive cleaning - £30.00 per hour
Disruption / Noise complaints / Disruptive Social Gatherings – Ranges from £100.00 up to £250.00
Inappropriate items flushed down the toilet - £150.00
Late check-out – additional fee starts at £20.00 per hour
Pet Fee - £20 (per pet)
Early check-in – additional fee starts at £20.00 per hour
Unauthorised bringing of pets to a non-pet-friendly property without the management approval - £500.00 (per pet)
Damaged items and/or decor/furniture/fittings - on a case-by-case basis to cover repair/replacement
General damage to linen and towels – on a case-by-case basis to cover replacement
Damage to linen, towels or other items due to Fake Tan or hair dye – replacement of the affected items starting from £10 plus an additional £50 for failure to adhere to the property rules
Suspected illegal activity - £500.00
Smoking at the property - £500.00

We ask that food and drinks not be consumed in the lounge or bedrooms to help maintain the cleanliness and condition of the property. Should carpets or soft furnishings become stained upon departure, an additional cleaning fee starting from £50 will apply, depending on the extent of the damage or required treatment.

For the properties that are pet-friendly, there is a £20 pet fee per pet, however any pets should be declared prior to arrival. For unauthorised bringing of pets to a non-pet-friendly property without the management approval - £500.00 (per pet). All pet fees will help cover the additional cleaning required after a pet stay to ensure the property is properly prepared for the next guests.

Please ensure that the heating and all lights are switched off when the property is unoccupied and upon check-out.
To ensure all guests enjoy a comfortable stay and to promote responsible energy use, this property operates a Fair Usage Policy for heating, managed via a Nest smart heating control.
For energy efficiency, the heating should be kept at no higher than 23°C. The system monitors usage, and if the heating is found to be consistently set above this limit, a £10 per day charge may be applied to cover excessive energy consumption.

Smoking, including the use of e-cigarettes or vapes, is strictly prohibited inside the property. If there is evidence of smoking, such as a strong odour of smoke, visible ashes, or cigarette butts found within the premises, a minimum charge of £250 will apply to cover deep cleaning, deodorising, and potential damage to furnishings.

Fake Tan and Hair Dye Policy
The use of fake tan/self-tanning products or Hair Dye is strictly prohibited at the property due to the permanent staining and damage these products can cause to bedding, towels and other linens.