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Cottage |1 bedroom |Sleeps 2

Charlecote in Central England/Cotswolds

From £450 per week |  From £70 per night

1 night minimum stay

Changeover Saturday

4.5 out of 5

6 reviews | Write a review

Key info  Car advised, private garden, no pets allowed

About the home

A superb opportunity to stay in this charming Grade 2 listed self-catering cottage. It is attached to the owners own house(with separate entrance) and set in beautiful gardens. It is fully equipped and furnished to a very high standard that is in keeping with its traditional setting. It is set in a rare location,offering lovely immediate surroundings with the additional benefits of easy access to surrounding towns( Stratford Upon Avon 4 miles, Warwick 6 miles, Cotswolds 30 minutes drive).The cottage offers 1 double bedroom with views over owners garden, large lounge (with gas effect wood burner), kitchen and bathroom with shower. It is in an ideal setting for complete relaxation or for exploring beautiful Warwickshire and all it has to offer. A perfect break at any time of the year.

Perfect for those who appreciate delightful gardens (various National Trust properties nearby) and stunning countryside views. From the kitchen window, Roe deer can be seen roaming in Charlecote Park. There are many lovely walks from the doorstep, maps and advice are available at request. This is an Ideal location for experiencing all the cultural activities this area has to offer (Stratford upon Avon theatre is 5 miles away), all year round.

Facilities

Further details indoors:
Fully refubished in 2009 with a mix of contemporary and antique furniture, The Stables provides accomodation of this highest standard whilst maintaining the 'home from home' comforts which make it a unique place to stay.

The kitchen is tastefully decorated and fully equipped with a large fridge-freezer, microwave, electric hob, electric oven, dishwasher, washing machine. Additionally, there is a small table and chairs. Ironing facilities are provided, with a hoover available at request.

The well-equipped bathroom is tiled and includes a powerful Mira shower, with high quality towels and bath robes provided. There is plenty of additional storage space available.

The lounge area, comprising of a large 3-seater sofa-bed and an additional 2-seater sofa, enjoys lovely views over the attractive gardens. Additionally, the lounge accomodates a large dining table. A gas-effect log burner will provide warmth and cosiness during winter evenings. There is a large flat-screen TV with an extensive Sky Package and a DVD player that accompanies a good range of DVD's. A digital radio and iPod Docking Station will keep music loves entertained, and a large selection of novels, local guides and maps are also available to our guests.

The bedroom is furnished with an antique painted pine double bed. A high-quality mattress and bed linen will maximise comfort for guests, who can enjoy lovely views over the gardens without getting out of bed.

Fresh eggs can be provided form our own chickens at request, and beautiful hand-tied bunches of flowers (grown and arranged by the owner) can be organised on arrival for special occasions.

For more information on facilities and prices, please contact Katriona.

Further details outdoors:
The hot tub is a wonderful addition to your stay at The Stables. It is a treat at any time of the year. Our guests love it, be it on a lazy summer evening or when it is cold and frosty . The lighting in the hot tub area, with the provision of a fridge to keep your wine chilled and a cd player to listen to your favourite music makes for a lovely romantic experience. There are very few restrictions on its use and there are no extra charge is made for its' use
The cottage has small lawned area adjacent to property with a bench and small table. Sun loungers can be provided. You are free to relax in the owners own beautiful garden.
Private parking area
Safe storage for bikes can be provided.
Nearest pub- Charlecote Pheasant Hotel 5 minutes walk and local pub in Hampton Lucy (5 minutes drive/20 minutes walk)

Views from bedroom window over owners well established, beautiful garden and fields beyond

Further details

Welcome tray tea /coffee/biscuits on arrival
Information folder including information on what is available in the area
Free range eggs from own chickens if available.
Beautiful hand tied bunches of flowers grown in owners cutting patch avaialble for that special occasion on request.
During the summer months vegetable and salad can be provided on request.

Conditions

No pets
Strictly no smoking
Refundable breakages deposit of £100 for a weeks stay or £50 for weekend stay required either with final balance payment or on arrival , refunded within 2 weeks of departure( subject to satisfactory inspection of property)
£50 deposit required to secure your booking with balance required 4 weeks before your stay.
A booking made less than 4 weeks prior to arrival will require full payment.
PLEASE NOTE the cottage sleeps 2 in in one bedroom . There is a double sofa bed to accommodate a further 2 people and if this is requested then any extra payment is required - SEE CHARGES.

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The Central England / Cotswolds / Warwickshire region

The area around Charlecote is steeped in history . It is an area that offers much to do. Stratford upon Avon theatre is nearby , and Warwick Arts centre and Birmingham offer many opportunities for theatre and concerts. Historic sites include those offered in Stratford upon Avon: Shakespeare's birthplace, Ann Hathaway's Cottage, Mary Arden's Cottage. Also nearby, Warwick Castle, Kenilworth Castle. There are many National Trust properties locally including Hidcote, Upton House, Baddesley Clinton. There is excellent shopping nearby including Leamington Spa, Solihull and Birmingham.

The Charlecote area

Charlecote is a small village located between Warwick and Stratford Upon Avon. It lies on the edge of Charlecote Park, a Tudor House, with a Capability Brown-designed deer Park now owned by the National Trust. It has been in the Lucy Family for over 700years. Shakespeare is rumoured to have been caught poaching on the estate.
There is an historic working mill in the village. The Pheasant Hotel is situated in the village and there are 2 garden centres that are well worth a visit. The nearest amenities( shops, small supermarkets , petrol, pubs) are at Wellesbourne 1 mile away.

The area is wonderful for walking and cycling with quiet country lanes to cycle ( routes can be provided by the owners) with walks from the doorstep and further afield in the Cotswolds.There is an abundance of good restaurants and good pubs in the area.

Charlecote is only 4 miles from Stratford upon Avon and all it has to offer in terms of culture and eating out. Warwick Arts centre has an excellent theatre and film programme and Birmingham is within easy access if you want a bigger city experience. There are concerts and festivals held in the area notably at Warwick Castle and Ragley Hall.

How to get there

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Nearest airport : Birmingham airport 30 minutes drive
Local railway stations: Warwick ( 10 minutes drive) Leamington Spa ( 20 minutes drive)
5 minutes drive from M40 junction JUNCTION 15
car hire available
taxis always available locally

Activities near Charlecote

Reviews

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09 Nov 2011

“Excellent - couldn't have asked for more” My husband and I stayed at the Stables with our 18 month old daughter (in travel cot). The standard of the cottage - decor, cleanliness, equipment, all outstanding. The owners were delightful and... more

22 Jul 2011

“Lovely” Had an amazing 6 nights staying at The Stables, a great find, peaceful with lovely views over garden and a lovely Hot tub. Great place to stay and explore the surrounding area. Royal Leamington,... more

01 Jun 2011

“Lovely setting, tasteful accommodation and very warm welcome” Just relax in the beautifully landscaped garden, soak in the hot tub with a glass of wine or because of the cottages ideal location visit one the many places of interest on offer. We want to... more

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30 May 2011

“Perfect Comfort in Perfect Location” Cottage booked with minimum of fuss, via holiday lettings then directly with owner. Our excellent first impression of the cottage did not falter during our three night break. The setting was... more

24 May 2011

“A Perfect Weekend Getaway” My girlfriend and I received a very warm welcome upon arrival from one of the owners, who made us feel instantly at home for our weekend break. Every effort was made to ensure our stay was as easy,... more

08 Mar 2011

“Weekend of luxury” We stayed for a weekend break at the end of Feb and had a lovely time. The accomodation is beautiful- the photo's just don't do it justice- very well furnished and tastefully... more

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'Beautiful,comfortable cottage. Tasteful decor everywhere. Idyllic.Fabulous. Really enjoyed the hot tub.' ( Shropshire)
' I would absolutely recommend the cottage to friends,without resevation!The garden is stunning and worth a visit by itself.' (May 2010)
'The cottage was beautiful, the setting idyllic, the welcome extremely friendly..the hot tub is an excellent addition.'( Sept 2010)
'The cottage,garden and tub were superb.Two days were not enough, would loved to have stayed longer. (Kent 2010)
'The cottage was a perfect base:so relaxing we struggled to leave it each day.' (Cheshire)
'Nothing lacking, cottage is spot on. Hot tub is icing on the cake.' ( March 2011)
'We liked aeverything about the stables especially the lovely gardens. Good selection of books and DVDs.We had a very relaxing xtay and can't think of anything the cottage needs for improvement. We appreciated the spacious living room, holiday cottages for 2 people are often very small.' (Bristol July 2011)

Rental prices

Prices for group size 2
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
May	1 May 11	29 May 11	450£ 450	7070	7070	2 Nights
May bank holiday	29 May 11	4 Jun 11	500£ 500	8080	8080	3 Nights
june	4 Jun 11	24 Jul 11	500£ 500	8080	8080	2 Nights
july-sept	24 Jul 11	4 Sep 11	500£ 500	8080	8080	3 Nights
sept - october	4 Sep 11	1 Oct 11	450£ 450	8080	8080	2 Nights
october- dec	1 Oct 11	25 Dec 11	450£ 450	8080	8080	2 Nights
xmas- new year	25 Dec 11	8 Jan 12	500£ 500	0-	0-	1 Week
January - March	8 Jan 12	1 Apr 12	450£ 450	8080	8080	2 Nights
April- May	1 Apr 12	26 May 12	450£ 450	8080	8080	2 Nights
May Bank Holday	26 May 12	2 Jun 12	500£ 500	8080	8080	3 Nights
June-september	2 Jun 12	1 Oct 12	525£ 525	8080	8080	Flexible

The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

JANUARY OFFERS _ RING OR EMAIL FOR DETAILS

NB - short stays can only be booked no more than 1 month in advance but this can be flexible.

Christmas and New Year weeks will cost £500per week ( min 1 week stay).

NB- IF 4 people are staying in the cottage please add an extra £150 to the weekly rate- note this will be using the sofa bed

NB- please note a short break over the Easter weekend will cost £90 per night

Availability

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2 years listed You are contacting Katriona Collins Landline +44 01789 842257 Mobile +44 07779354159 Web Visit site Languages spoken The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2009. This cottage has received 6 reviews from previous guests.