North Wales-based lettings company, Oyster Holiday Cottages, is branching out over the border with its latest portfolio addition, an exquisite hideaway for two in the grounds of Bolesworth Castle. Rising from pristine parkland at the heart of the Cheshire plain, Liongate Lodge offers unbridled opulence, with decadent interiors and a prime position within a private estate. 

Reaching back to 1868, the lodge once housed the estate gardener and has been recently redesigned with no expense spared. What could easily be a three-bedroomed holiday let has instead been crafted as a romantic retreat for two. From the sprawling super-king bed to the moody black bathtub, this luxurious love nest blends indulgence with intimacy. 

There is no doubt that Liongate Lodge is the ideal escape for milestone moments, minimoons and pre-wedding whisk-aways. Bolesworth itself plays host to countless spectacular events throughout the year - most notably The Bolesworth International, widely considered the Glastonbury of the horsepower world, both equine and supercar. 

Elevated Eclectic: Insta-Worthy Interiors Awash with rich burgundy, vibrant jewel tones and soothing teal, the interiors look and feel like something straight from the pages of Architectural Digest. Subtle nods are paid to the lodge's long-standing history, evident in the original fireplaces, traditional wainscoting and characterful coving, but all of that is brought firmly into the 21st century with plush comforts and essential conveniences. 

In the hallway, a showstopping chandelier is almost encircled by the staircase. The sitting room has a statement wallpapered ceiling, reflected in the oversized mirror above the log-burning stove, which cleverly conceals the TV. The bathroom, with its palatial proportions, has a spa-like rainforest feel with a living wall, ambient lighting and mesmerising marble tiles. Adjacent to the bedroom, a dressing area with mine-and-thine wardrobes features an inset window seat and dressing table. Downstairs, guests will have the freedom of inviting friends for dinner thanks to a fully-equipped kitchen and a large dining table that can accommodate up to six. Outside, privacy planting encourages you to relax in the hot tub or sit beside the fire pit and stargaze into the small hours. 

Stored Sightseeing: Quaint Country Villages & Roman Ruins Perfectly placed for a short break or weekend trip, Liongate Lodge sits in bucolic settings just 25 minutes from the Roman city of Chester. Great for shopping, fine dining and uncovering Roman relics (including the UK's largest amphitheatre,) Chester is an enchanting place to visit with age-old timber-framed buildings and scenic riverside spots aplenty. There are also countless small villages even closer to the Lodge, including Tattenhall, Tarporley and Bunbury, where ancient country pubs and idyllic canalside walks await. 

To book your stay at the brand new Liongate Lodge, visit oysterholidaycottages.co.uk