Foxlea Cottage – Peaceful Detached Retreat near Chester | Cottage in Saughall

Perfectly positioned in the picturesque village of Saughall, Foxlea Cottage offers the best of both worlds: peaceful village charm combined with quick and easy access to Chester city centre, just five minutes away by car.
Tucked away in a quiet spot, the cottage sits only a short stroll from the local pub and tea room, with a village shop, pharmacy, Chinese takeaway, hairdresser, and a well-kept park with a modern children’s play area all within easy walking distance. Everything you need for a relaxed stay is close at hand, without the bustle of city life.
From the doorstep, guests can enjoy scenic countryside walks through the Shotwick Park Estate, Bluebell Woods, and along footpaths leading up to an ancient castle site with wide-reaching views towards the Welsh hills. It’s an ideal location for walkers, cyclists, and anyone who enjoys being outdoors.
Inside, the cottage is light-filled and welcoming. The open-plan ground floor brings together a stylish kitchen, dining space, and lounge, making it easy to cook, relax, and spend time together. The kitchen is well equipped for self-catering, with full-size appliances and a breakfast bar beneath a skylight. The lounge features a fireplace, comfortable seating, a large TV with Sky package, and super-fast fibre broadband — equally suited to quiet evenings in or catching up on work if needed. A double sofa bed provides flexible additional sleeping accommodation.
Upstairs, above the garage, the master bedroom offers a comfortable double bed and a calm, private sleeping space. The en-suite bathroom includes a powerful shower. There is also an under-eaves area with a single floor mattress, which children often find an exciting and cosy place to sleep. For longer stays, this space is also very useful for storing suitcases and larger items. Please note that the bathroom is accessed via the bedroom.
Foxlea Cottage sleeps up to five guests, but it is best suited to couples, families, or small groups who are comfortable sharing space. Full occupancy works particularly well for short breaks or family stays, while smaller groups may find the layout more comfortable for longer visits.
Outside, guests can enjoy a small patio area, with a washing line available and a small table and chairs provided when weather allows. A bench by the front door overlooks the small garden and is a favourite spot for a quiet sit with a coffee or a book.
Conveniently located on Chester’s most accessible side and along a major bus route, the cottage is ideally placed for visiting many of the area’s main attractions. Chester Racecourse, Chester Zoo, Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet, and Blue Planet Aquarium are all within around 15 minutes’ drive. Families may also enjoy nearby favourites such as The Ice Cream Farm, Crocky Trail, and Delamere Forest’s Go Ape.
Golfers and cyclists are well catered for, with a nearby driving range, 9-hole course, and access to national cycle routes. Whether you’re planning a relaxed break, a family getaway, or a base for exploring Cheshire and North Wales, Foxlea Cottage offers a comfortable, well-located place to return to at the end of the day.
Getting around:
The cottage is exceptionally well connected by public transport. A bus stop is located directly outside the property, with frequent services into Chester throughout the day (approximately every 15 minutes during daytime hours and around every 30 minutes at weekends). Buses run from early morning until around 11pm, making it easy to explore the city and surrounding areas without a car.

Foxlea Cottage – Peaceful Detached Retreat near Chester is located in Chorlton-by-Backford. Foxlea Cottage – Peaceful Detached Retreat near Chester provides accommodation, featuring Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Child Friendly, Kitchen, among other amenities. This Cottage features Parking, TV and Security to make your stay a comfortable one.

Foxlea Cottage – Peaceful Detached Retreat near Chester has 1 Bedroom , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 4 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Chorlton-by-Backford has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Chorlton-by-Backford, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.