Combermere Abbey Cottages on the Shropshire / Cheshire border are a wonderful place for a family stay. Globalmouse Travels writer Fiona visited with kids to find out what a trip here had to offer. If you are looking for self-catering in Cheshire or Staffordshire cottages then read on to see why this could be the perfect stay for you.
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Combermere Abbey Cottages & Location:
Set in a vast old English estate with stunning scenery at every turn, the 5-star cottages at Combermere are an ideal country getaway. Located about six miles south of Nantwich on the Cheshire-Shropshire border.
There are nine immaculately decorated self-catering cottages. They have been thoughtfully converted from a beautiful 19th-century square stable yard, with a central cobbled courtyard.
The location is pretty inspiring and being at end of a mile-long drive there is peaceful seclusion that is quite literally a breath of fresh air if you’re used to the city.
Outside there are acres of space to wander around. With a beautifully formal walled garden, woods to traipse through and lakeside walks.
If you can tear yourself away from just soaking in such a lovely setting they have lots of activities on offer. And bicycles, croquet sets, tennis racquets and balls are available for use free of charge.
Sleeps:
We stayed in The Stapleton – a two bedroom cottage with large twin room downstairs with en-suite shower room.
And a double bedroom upstairs with an en-suite bathroom.
The cottage has a full-height open plan living area which shows off lovely old oak beams. The owners have made clever use of the original stable dividers to separate the kitchen from the living area.
There is a rear entrance into a little private garden with tables and chairs which leads towards the walled garden and the woods behind.
Despite having other cottages on either side, we didn’t hear a peep from anyone.
Inside has a wonderful homely feel, but with little touches everywhere which made it feel all the more luxurious. Dualit toaster, original artwork, Jane Churchill fabrics, fresh coffee and more besides.
The kitchen is stocked with every utensil you could need, and rather wonderfully there was not a hint of those cheap bendy knives that seem so prevalent in self-catering cottages; rather a sturdy set of cooks knives.
A dishwasher was also very welcome.
Food:
Being self-catering we brought much of our own food, but there is a “shop” on site where you can get a few essentials as well as frozen meals which works on an honesty basis.
The estate office can arrange for supper for you should you wish, and they also have a selection of hampers you can buy.
We recommend the breakfast hamper which contained the most delicious local sausages and bacon, fresh bread, eggs, mushrooms and Combermere’s home-grown apple juice. All of this went into making a rather enormous breakfast on Saturday morning.
The best bits of Combermere Abbey Cottages:
This place is wonderfully relaxing, and once you’ve re-charged enough inside, nature seems to call you outside.
The Pleasure Garden is a large area beside the Walled garden with loads of mature oak and beech trees. The children loved simply exploring here.
There is also a children’s wagon hidden in the forest with swings and a dressing-up box.
Some of the big trees had fallen in the storms but are perfect for children to climb. The lakeside is pretty magical and you could sit for ages just taking it all in.
We also love the fact that Comberemere keeps its mid-week prices at the same rate for 50 weeks of the year. So it’s a great price for summer stays.
Worth Bearing in Mind:
The lake is not fenced off so if you have small children you may wish to keep a closer eye on them. But it’s a fair way from the cottage so there’s no need to worry about taking your eyes off them while you’re in the cottage.
Child friendly
Absolutely. There are high chairs and cots available at no extra charge but you must pre-book.
Having pre-warned the office, we arrived to find the travel cot already set up.
The cottage comes with children’s cutlery, so you don’t need to bring any of this with you.
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This looks like a beautiful place! I would love to visit if i’m ever in the Cheshire area x
This looks idyllic and the breakfast hamper looks amazing!
It’s gorgeous isn’t it? I think idyllic is a great word for it!
Looks like a fabulous place to stay! I want to go just for the hamper 😉
I know, it’s a gorgeous hamper isn’t it?!
This looks like such a wonderful place to visit. Love the idea of a dressing up box for the children and that breakfast hamper looks delightful.
I know, it’s the little touches like the dressing up box that make it really special isn’t it?
Looks like a great place to relax!
A perfect place to relax! Thank you for reading!
This looks like a fabulous place to visit. Looks really calm and quiet away from the hustle and bustle. Thank you for sharing.
I love the calm and sense of peace this place exudes! Thank you.
This looks lovely! I always prefer self catering for a family holiday- gives you the flexibility you need with a young family.
Self catering with a young family is great isn’t it..especially when you have hampers like that! 🙂
That breakfast hamper looks delicious! And, I love the photo of the kids in the daffodils 🙂
Thank you for reading Ashley and the lovely comments.
I love the breakfast hamper , beautiful pics of the kids
Thank you very much I really appreciate it!
This looks like a lovely place to stay and what great pictures of your children x
Thank you – Fiona has taken some lovely pictures. It really does look like an amazing place to stay doesn’t it? Thank you for your comments!
looks like a lovely holiday place, we want to go somewhere with our little one, local of course, might be an option
Oh you’ll have to let us know if you do stay there – it’s a perfect place to stay with little ones!
Oh my – everything looks just gorgeous – the rooms, the grounds, that hamper! Love the photo of the kids in amongst the daffs – so cute! x
Thank you – it’s a beautiful place isn’t it? I really appreciate the comments, thank you.
This sounds like the kind of place my boys would love. Off to see if they cater for all of us.
You’ll have to let us know if you do stay there – it’s a perfect place for an explore and adventure!
Oh wow, that sounds lovely! And I LOVE the look of that breakfast hamper, delish!
That hamper is amazing isn’t it?! I could do with one right now!! 🙂
That looks like a beautiful place that I know we would love – I like the kids to be able to let loose a little when we go away with them and this looks perfect x x
Yes this is a great place to explore and run around the grounds. Thank you for your comments!
Looks so lovely and a great review.
Love the floral bed spreads and breakfasts hampers. Just what i need after lots of fresh air and long walks!
Thank you! It’s got everything going for it hasn’t it? Thank you for reading!
It looks like such a beautiful place to stay, I love the design of the decor! x
Yes, I think they’ve got the decor spot on…beautiful and relaxing too.
Sounds like a lovely place for children and adults
I agree…a great family get away! Something for everyone (hamper for me!!)
This looks amazing!
Beautiful pictures! This looks like a lovely relaxing place to visit
Thank you – Fiona has taken some beautiful photos of her children there. And I agree it looks really relaxing.
The gardens looks a great place to explore with kids and that hamper looks delicious!
Yes I really think it’s the perfect place for an adventure! Thank you for reading.
WOW (a common comment from me on your blog). I would love to stay here and its looks lie a great place for families
Thank you, I love your ‘wow’s!! 🙂 I think it’s a great place for families.
So great you never heard anyone, and that basket is a great idea. It all sounds so relaxing.
I agree, the perfect place to get away and relax…and enjoy the hamper!
I would love to let my imagination run wild here as a kid to play all sorts of games. I think it would be fun to stay with or without family. The grounds look absolutely beautiful!
I think the grounds are gorgeous and the perfect setting for hundreds of adventures!! Thank you for reading.
This looks like a really relaxing location and a perfect weekend getaway spot for either a family or just a couple looking to wander around the grounds and nearby trails. I think that breakfast hamper is also a great idea and kudos to the estate office for providing such great options. I would certainly consider staying in an establishment like this! Great post.
Thank you Chris, it’s a really lovely place and I think they’ve got everything you need to have a great getaway.
What a fantastic place to stay. Loving the photos. The headboards of those twin beds are so fitting for the environment and the hamper looks amazing. Looks like you have a wonderful time. 🙂
Thank you for reading and commenting – we are big fans of Combermere – a lovely place to get away and relax!