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THE LOCK HOUSE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Gloucester

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Miscellaneous
Interior
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Gloucester Quays
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washing machine
  • Garden
  • Internet access
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Gloucester, Cotswolds
  • Place, Gloucester Docks
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Gloucester Quays
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Gloucester Cathedral
    ‪10 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathtub · Shower only

Bathroom

Bathtub · Shower only

Spaces

Garden
Dining area

About this property

THE LOCK HOUSE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Gloucester

This pet friendly, detached former lock keeper's house sleeps 6 people and occupies a unique location right in the city centre at the entrance to the historic Gloucester Docks and just a short drive from Cheltenham.

Three bedrooms: 2 x double, 1 x twin. Bathroom with roll-top bath, large shower cubicle, basin and WC. Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC. Dining/breakfast room overlooking the River Severn. Fully fitted kitchen with electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer. Washing machine and dishwasher. Welome pack of tea coffee milk sugar and biscuits. Sitting room and a living room with TV, DVD, stereo/CD player, WiFi, library of books, games and DVDs. Riverside garden with furniture and BBQ. Off road parking for 3 cars. Two well-behaved dogs welcome. City centre is just a 5 minute walk away. Shops, bars and restaurants two mins walk. Gas central heating, power, bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Sorry, no smoking. Note: Due to close proximity of deep open water at front and rear, children must be very closely supervised at all times and care should be taken with dogs. Note: Due to the character and age of the property, the stairs are quite steep, however there is a handrail down one side. For breaks shorter than 7 nights, check in/out days can be accomodated on Friday. Saturday.Sunday, Monday or Tuesday. Please note any 7 night bookings must start on a Friday, for any other arrangement please enquire in advance. Please note the open fire is for decorative purposes only as part of the history and character of this property.

Amenities: TV, DVD, stereo/CD player, WiFi, library of books, games and DVDs. Riverside garden with furniture and BBQ. Off road parking for 3 cars. Two well-behaved dogs welcome. City centre is just a 5 minute walk away. Shops, bars and restaurants two mins walk. Gas central heating, power, bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Sorry, no smoking. Note: Due to close proximity of deep open water at front and rear, children must be very closely supervised at all times and care should be taken with dogs. Note: Due to the character and age of the property, the stairs are quite steep, however there is a handrail down one side. For breaks shorter than 7 nights, check in/out days can be accomodated on Friday. Saturday.Sunday, Monday or Tuesday. Please note any 7 night bookings must start on a Friday, for any other arrangement please enquire in advance. Please note the open fire is for decorative purposes only as part of the history and character of this property.

Region: Visitors to the Cotswolds have long treasured memories of charming towns and villages built from the famous honey-coloured stone, it now boasts a thriving community of contemporary artists working from studios and shops throughout the area.

Town: Gloucester is an historic waterfront city full of Roman foundations, Victorian Docklands and an impressive Norman Cathedral, the cloisters of which were used as a location in the Harry Potter films. The thriving city centre is home to a superb range of shops, markets, pubs, restaurants, and other attractions for visitors. The city is an enjoyable base from which to explore the Cotswolds and the Forest of Dean, which offer many country walks and picturesque villages. The Eegency town of Cheltenham is an easy drive away, and offersfascinating Georgian architecture and the world-renowned Gold Cup horse racing. There is so much for all the family to do in this lovely area, no matter what your interests.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1964163
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Gloucester

Gloucester is home to this cottage. Travellers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Gloucester Docks and Gloucester Quays. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Kingsholm Stadium, or consider a night out at Elmore Court.
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Gloucester, Cotswolds

What's nearby

  • Gloucester Docks - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Soldiers of Gloucestershire Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Gloucester Quays - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Gloucester Cathedral - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Gloucester Guildhall - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Gloucester Station - 15 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Robert Raikes's House - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dr Foster - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Lord High Constable of England (Wetherspoon) - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Hop Kettle Gloucester Docks - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is THE LOCK HOUSE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Gloucester pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at THE LOCK HOUSE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Gloucester?

As of 12 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at THE LOCK HOUSE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Gloucester on 19 Nov 2026 start from AU$1,044, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at THE LOCK HOUSE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Gloucester?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at THE LOCK HOUSE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Gloucester?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at THE LOCK HOUSE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Gloucester?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is THE LOCK HOUSE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Gloucester located?

Situated in Gloucester, this cottage is steps away from Gloucester and Sharpness Canal and Gloucester Docks. Gloucester Quays and Gloucester Cathedral are also within 10 minutes. Gloucester Station is 15 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Carole M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage

The cottage is lovely… grade 2 listed so quirky. It had everything we wanted. Beds very comfortable, kitchen had everything we needed, beautiful snug room & great lounge. Games for us to play. Great location . Easy walk to town centre. Great communication with hosts. Throughly enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Neil S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Sykes Holiday Cottages

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Three bedrooms: 2 x double, 1 x twin. Bathroom with roll-top bath, large shower cubicle, basin and WC. Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC. Fully fitted kitchen. Sitting room with open fire. Living room. Dining/breakfast room overlooking the River Severn.

What makes this property unique

Gas central heating with open fire ( starter pack of smokeless coal for the fire) in the sitting room. Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV, DVD, stereo/CD player, WiFi, library of books, games and DVDs. All fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Riverside garden with furniture and BBQ. Off road parking for 3 cars. Two well-behaved dogs welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shops, bars and restaurants two mins walk. Note: Due to close proximity of deep open water at front and rear, children must be very closely supervised at all times and care should be taken with dogs. Note: This is an old property and so the stairs are quite steep, however there is a handrail down one side.
Please note 7 night bookings must start on a Friday
Note: Bookings for w/c 8 March 2024, property is only accepting a weekly rental

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