The people behind your stay.
One home, one host and a small trusted team.
A family business
Welcoming guests to Chester since 2019.
Mum, PaulaFounder of Enjoy the Pause
DadStrategic adviser
DaughterThe calming details
SonKeeper of the smiles
Trusted local trades
Each one hand picked.
HousekeepingEvery changeover cleaned and checked to our standard
Gas safetyGas Safe registered engineer. Boiler serviced every year
ElectricsNICEIC registered electrician. Checked on the required cycle
MaintenanceRepairs and upkeep between stays
Always improving
Done
Plastic free at home
- Plastic Free Champion
- Refillable toiletries
- REST assessed, 76% in 2020
Signed, July 2026
Two climate pledges
- SME Climate Commitment
- Glasgow Declaration
- Halve emissions by 2030
Next, by July 2027
Our climate plan
- Publish our climate action plan
- Report our progress every year
Quick answers
Who looks after Enjoy the Pause?
Every stay is looked after personally, from booking to check out. The family helps behind the scenes, and qualified local trades look after the gas, the electrics and repairs.
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Are the gas and electrics checked?
Yes. A Gas Safe registered engineer services the boiler every year. A NICEIC registered electrician checks the electrics on the required cycle. Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms are fitted upstairs and downstairs.
Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms
Are the Chester recommendations paid for?
No. Every place recommended is one we'd send our own friends and family to. No business pays to appear on this website.
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