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Zoo House Chester - 400m from the Lions!

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 817 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Garden
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Upton, England
  • Place, Chester Zoo
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Chester - Kingsway
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Dicksons Drive Field
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Crib

Sofa Bed

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Zoo House Chester - 400m from the Lions!

If you’re planning to visit Chester Zoo, this is the home for you! From the front step it is only a 5 minute and 30 second walk to the zoo entrance (I know because I timed it). You can even hear the lions roaring and the monkeys grunting from the house!

Comfortable & spacious accommodation for up to 8 travellers with 1 King Size Bed, 1 Double Bed, Bunk Beds & a Sofa Bed (bedding & towels provided).

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FREE private parking for up to 3 cars. Bedding/Towels included.

The space

This spacious and newly refurbished 3 bedroom house can sleep 8 people comfortably and is the perfect retreat for families.

The house has been kitted out with Children in mind and includes a high chair, travel cot, toys, bunk beds, DVD's and more! All the bedrooms have recently been decorated along with a brand new bathroom, downstairs toilet facilities and kitchen (the full bathroom has a shower/bath combo).

Games and toys are available for guests to enjoy during their stay. There is also a smart TV hooked up to a DVD player with lots of children's DVD's.

Kitchen with dishwasher, washing machine, fridge freezer together with all the utensils / pans you'll need. Tea & Coffee making facilities are provided.

Bathroom with over shower, large towels and floor mats. Hair Dryer, Iron & Ironing board, Broadband provided throughout the property. FREE private parking for up to 3 cars. Bedding/Towels included.

Guest access

You have access to the entire house and there is a driveway with private parking for up to 3 cars.

To make check in as smooth as possible, Key collection is via a key-safe - further details will be sent to you upon booking.

Also enjoy some outdoors time at the back of the house, which is perfect for listening to the animals (yes it’s that close), eating a meal, or enjoying the beautiful summer weather with a game of chess.

Interaction with guests

My aim is to leave you alone during your stay - however If you need any help or advice on Chester during your stay I’d be happy to help, my contact details are on the House Manual. I also live locally and have a good knowledge of the area.

Other things to note

All bedding, towels and floor mats are provided for your stay. This will be based on the number of guests specified during the booking stage.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Chester

Located in Chester, this holiday home is in a rural area. Storyhouse and Grosvenor Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet and The Rows of Chester. Travelling with kids? Consider Chester Zoo, or check out an event or a game at Skate Academy. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking, cycling and mountain biking.
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Upton, England

What's nearby

  • Chester Zoo - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • University of Chester - Kingsway - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Dicksons Drive Field - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Chester City Walls - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Chester Racecourse - 10 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • Bache Station - 5 min drive
  • Chester (CEG-Hawarden) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bembe Café & Barbecue Terrace - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Oaklands - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hoole Fish Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cafe 76 - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Jaguar Coffee House - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Zoo House Chester - 400m from the Lions! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Zoo House Chester - 400m from the Lions!?

As of 11 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Zoo House Chester - 400m from the Lions! on 12 May 2026 start from AU$321, 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 Zoo House Chester - 400m from the Lions!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Zoo House Chester - 400m from the Lions!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Zoo House Chester - 400m from the Lions!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Zoo House Chester - 400m from the Lions! located?

This family-friendly Chester holiday home is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Chester Zoo, The Rows of Chester and Countess of Chester Hospital. Skate Academy and University of Chester are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

2/10 Terrible

Karen H.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Very disappointed

The overall aspect of the property was misleading, the property wasn't of a standard that I would expect from a Vrbo property or any rental property, the cleanliness was far from acceptable, massive cobwebs in a few rooms, stains on carpets, rugs that we really a bad trip hazards, the one at the top of the stairs which we moved, sofa bed not fit for purpose, stains on bedding, dishwasher didn't clean properly, no welcome pack, lights in the small bedroom wasn't working, mold and grime build up in the bathroom and a poor finish, curtains hanging off... The list is endless.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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

Lovely Stay!

We came here for the weekend for my little ones third birthday to take him to the zoo! The house was lovely, clean and homey. We all (family of four) had a brilliant time, and there’s toys and lots of dvds for the little ones. Brilliant property!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Claire S.

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

Great property in a good location

The property was quite big and had everything we needed including smart tv as a must for the teenagers. Close to train station for a day trip (or two) to Liverpool although Chester is also really good for shopping too. Recommend this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Claire B.

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

Birthday celebration!!

Stayed with family for my Mums 80th birthday, ideal situation for zoo only 20 mins walk to main entrance. House spacious, clean and fully equipped, large garden with plenty of seating and large table which was ideal for our party of 7 aged from 7 to 80!! Excellent email communication with/from owner William would highly recommend and will definately stay again...Thanks
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

No problems

Straight forward to book Owner easy to contact All in all a good stress free stay
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideally placed for a visit to Chester Zoo. Within five minutes drive of local shops for milk, bread and other essentials; also an Indian take-away. This meant that we didn't (have to) take any food items ourselves. Could accommodate a large(ish) family get-together. Could book just for one night (a Saturday). Plenty of hot water for showers in the morning. Can't recollect anything we would suggest should be changed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Marilyn R.

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

Visit to the Zoo

Stayed with family. It was an ideal location for visiting Chester zoo on foot. Property clean, spacious and well equipped. Very good communication with the owner who answered queries by e-mail within minutes. Clear arrival and departure information. I would definitely use this property again as well as recommend to others. Thank you for a very enjoyable stay.

About the host

Hosted by William

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Hi I’m Will, I’ve used Airbnb for years as a traveller and in the past few years I’ve become a host. I’ve now got 3 great properties in Chester - please check them out for further details. Hope I get to meet you in the future. Cheers!

Why they chose this property

350m from Chester Zoo

What makes this property unique

If you’re planning to visit Chester Zoo, this is the home for you! From the front step it is only a 5 minute and 30 second walk to the zoo entrance (I know because I timed it). You can even hear the lions roaring and the monkeys grunting from the house!

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