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Cottage |2 bedrooms |Sleeps 3

Stratford Old Town in Stratford upon Avon

From £440 per week

2 nights minimum stay

Changeover flexible

4.5 out of 5

8 reviews | Write a review

Key info  Car not necessary, private garden, no pets allowed

About the home

Heritage Mews holiday cottage has a Visit England 5 star rating and Gold Award for "exceptional quality of accommodation and customer service". It is in an excellent peaceful location in Stratford’s interesting Old Town, within ten minutes' walk of the town centre, Shakespeare Houses, Royal Shakespeare Theatre and a wide choice of restaurants, pubs, cafes and bars. Close to famous Holy Trinity Church and the River Avon, there are delightful riverside walks into town and out into adjacent open countryside.

This beautifully appointed cottage is personally managed by the owners, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness and quality throughout - a real 'home from home'. The comfortable sitting-dining room opens onto a sunny, secluded courtyard garden - perfect for summer outdoor dining and a delight to look out onto in all seasons. There are two elegant bedrooms - a double with five foot queen-size bed and a single - both with luxurious Egyptian cotton linen. There is free secure Wi-Fi and private off-road parking for two cars - a real benefit in Stratford town centre.

Facilities

Further details indoors:
Heritage Mews is furnished and equipped to a high standard, with thoughtful attention to detail and personal touches creating a real 'home from home'. Enter a small hall where there is a payphone with a free line to the owners. Off the hall is a compact modern and well-equipped kitchen with a gas hob, electric mult-function oven, comprehensive range of dinner and tea services, glassware, cutlery and cookware. There is also an electric filter coffee maker, cafetiere / French press and a DAB digital radio. Also off the hall is the comfortable sitting-dining room, which opens onto a beautifully maintained private courtyard garden, furnished with table and chairs. For evenings in, there is a Sony Bravia LCD digital television, a DVD recorder and a Roberts DAB radio / CD sound system with iPod dock. Comprehensive information on tourist attractions, places to eat, maps and a diary of local events during your stay are provided. Upstairs are two elegant bedrooms - a double with 5 foot queen-size bed and a single, both with comfortable pocket sprung mattresses, duvets and high quality Egyptian cotton bed linen. Optional flat sheets and blankets are provided. Each bedroom has a wardrobe and ample drawer space, a hair-dryer, DAB radio with MP3 / iPod connection, alarm clock and portable fan. The pristine white bathroom has a bath with a 'Grohe' mains-powered shower over, wash basin and WC. There is a mirrored cabinet with lights, shaver point, wall mirror and plenty of shelving. Egyptian cotton towels are provided - a bath sheet, bath towel and hand towel for each guest, and two bathmats.

COT & BABY EQUIPMENT - a stair gate, high chair / booster seat, bath tub and other baby & toddler equipment are available on request - there is no additional charge for these. A beechwood 'Mamas & Papas Metro' cot and cot linen (two sets of cotton sheets and blankets), can be added to the single bedroom on request, for an additional charge of £25 per week or short break. We have aimed to provide all the 'difficult to carry' items you might need if you are travelling by air or train with your baby or toddler, or just make life easier if you are travelling by car. Please enquire for details.

Further details outdoors:
COURTYARD GARDEN - Planted for colour and interest throughout the seasons, the beautifully maintained garden is a delight to look out onto at all times of the year. In summer there is a profusion of colour, with geraniums, cosmos daisies and busy lizzies. Step out from the sitting room and relax or dine in seclusion. There is sun (or shade if needed) from early morning until late afternoon. In autumn and winter there are colourful pots of pansies and violas, clipped boxtrees and a variety of evergreens. In spring daffodils, primroses and hellebores are in bloom.

PRIVATE OFF-ROAD PARKING for two cars is a real benefit in Stratford town where parking on the narrow streets is restricted and often in high demand. A gate from the garden leads directly to one of two private parking spaces - convenient for unloading your car. The second parking space is in an adjacent courtyard. Enjoy the convenience of parking your cars safely within the private mews and explore this beautiful, historic town on foot - all the famous sites, restaurants and amenities are just a stroll away.

EXTENDED PARKING: Guests wishing to arrive early in Stratford can park one car at Heritage Mews from 10.30am on arrival day and check in later after 3pm. Also guests can leave one car parked until 2.30pm on departure day, having vacated by 10am. Extended parking is subject to availability. Please request when you book.

Further details

Our aim is to do everything we can to make your stay memorable and enjoyable. We will be there to hand over the keys on your arrival and answer any questions you may have. If your travel plans mean you will be arriving late in the evening, arrangements can be made to provide a key for you to let yourselves in. We can be contacted at any time during your stay, using the free telephone line from the house payphone.

'GASTRO CARD' discount dining card. Save money when eating out! Enjoy exclusive offers and discounts at top restaurants and pubs with our complimentary Gastro Card - details on our website, Stratford-upon-Avon and area page.

We provide a complimentary welcome tray and freshly arranged flowers for your arrival, as well as some basic essentials, including cleaning products, dishwasher detergent, hand soaps and toilet rolls.

If you would like breakfast or other provisions provided in the cottage ready for when you arrive, we are happy to arrange that. We make a charge of up to £10 in addition to the cost of the provisions.

Conditions

Heritage Mews is available to non-smokers only. Sorry, we do not accept pets.

To secure a booking we require a £75 non-refundable deposit per week or short break and a completed, signed booking form confirming your acceptance of our Terms and Conditions of Hire. The balance of the rental is payable 8 weeks before arrival. For bookings made within 8 weeks of arrival, a booking form and the full rental are required to secure the booking.

You can arrive 3pm onwards and must vacate the property before 10am on departure day. Only the guests named on the booking form can use the property or its facilities. You can see our full Terms and Conditions of Hire and download a booking form on our website - a link is at the bottom of this page. Or contact us and we will email or post them to you.

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In a peaceful location in Old Town, Stratford-upon-Avon, a short walk to the town centre.

 

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Sunny secluded courtyard garden, with gate to private off road parking.

 

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Double bedroom, with five foot queen-size bed and luxurious Egyptian cotton bed linen

 

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Sitting-dining room opening onto the garden - a delight to look out onto at all times of the year

The Central England / Cotswolds / Warwickshire region

Heritage Mews is ideally located for exploring the scenic Cotswold Hills and South Warwickshire countryside. Within a short drive are the beautiful Cotswold villages of Chipping Campden and Broadway; internationally renowned Hidcote Manor Garden; Moreton-in-Marsh with its famous Tuesday outdoor market; Batsford Arboretum; Sezincote House & Garden and Blockley 'silk' village. Warwick, with its antique shops and magnificent medieval castle is10 miles (18kms).

There are many National Trust houses and gardens nearby, including Charlecote Park, Packwood House, Baddesley Clinton, Upton House and Coughton Court. You can enjoy leisurely drives through country lanes and rolling countryside, with many delightful villages to explore and excellent traditional country pubs.

Birmingham city centre, with its stylish shopping malls, Sea Life Centre, theatres and Symphony Hall, is about an hour by train. The National Exhibition Centre is approximately 40 minutes drive (43 kms / 27 miles). Oxford is under an hour's drive and has a convenient 'park and ride' service. Blenheim Palace is also under an hour's drive and Cheltenham about one hour's drive. Bicester Shopping Village is under an hour's drive or you can go by train from Stratford-upon-Avon - there is a bus shuttle from Bicester station direct to Bicester Village.

There is gliding, hot-air ballooning (please see our Guestbook below) and scenic flights over Stratford and the Cotswolds within a short drive and National Hunt horse-racing at Stratford and Warwick.

The Stratford upon Avon / Stratford Old Town area

Situated on the banks of the River Avon in the heart of rural Warwickshire, Stratford upon Avon is a beautiful market town steeped in history and culture - an ideal holiday destination at any time of year.

Heritage Mews is within ten minutes walk of the town centre with its rich variety of historic buildings and unique attractions, including Shakespeare’s Birthplace and two other beautifully preserved Shakespeare Houses and Gardens - Nash's House and Hall's Croft (three minutes' walk from the cottage). Holy Trinity Church, one of England's most beautiful parish churches situated on the banks of the Avon and where you can visit Shakespeare's tomb, is two or three minutes walk; you can see the spire from the cottage. From here you can enjoy the delightful riverside walk into town and to the theatres or stroll along peaceful riverside paths out into adjacent open countryside.

Stratford town centre offers a wide variety of places to eat, to suit all tastes. There are excellent restaurants, pubs, bistros and traditional tearooms, coffee shops and cafes. Many have outdoor terraces and gardens or overlook the river. Take in the atmosphere at the famous 'Dirty Duck' inn, with river views from the terrace and inside walls of signed photographs of Shakespearian actors, past and present - a six minute riverside walk from Heritage Mews. Visit the 'Garrick', Stratford's oldest pub in the town centre. Head down Sheep Street, Stratford's 'restaurant row'. Relax with an Italian coffee on the waterfront at Cox's Yard or enjoy champagne or afternoon tea on the terrace at The Waterside Brasserie. Stratford also offers excellent shopping, with galleries, antique centres and a wide variety of interesting independent shops as well as well-known high street stores.

There are delightful walks through parks and gardens along the banks of the River Avon and boating, sight-seeing & restaurant cruises. Enjoy a river cruise aboard a traditional Edwardian passenger launch. Cross the river on an old chain ferry - the last of its kind in Britain. Walk across the Old Tramway bridge and visit the Butterfly Farm. Take a 'City Sightseeing' open-top bus tour of Stratford town and nearby villages, visiting Anne Hathaway's Cottage in Shottery and Mary Arden's House in Wilmcote (open from March to the end of October). The bus tour operates daily throughout the year and tickets are valid for 24 hours.

There is an award-winning daily guided Town Walk and a lively market every Friday. A craft market takes place on Waterside every Sunday in July and August. Regular live music at Cox's Yard, weekly Stratford Jazz and classical concerts cater for all tastes. During the summer there are outdoor plays at the Shakespeare Houses and nearby National Trust properties. Enjoy the nearby 'Greenway' cycle trail - cycles can be hired in town and delivered to the cottage or the Greenway.

Explore the Royal Shakespeare Theatre - open seven days a week. A ten minute riverside stroll from Heritage Mews, the theatre is home to a stunning Rooftop Restaurant, a riverside walkway and Riverside Cafe and a 36 metre high Theatre Tower providing panoramic views of the town, river and Warwickshire countryside. There are also interesting Theatre Tours. (Advanced booking is recommended for Theatre Tours and trips up the Tower.) In 2012 the Royal Shakespeare Company presents the World Shakespeare Festival, a celebration of Shakespeare as the world's playwright, with major new productons, groundbreaking international collaborations, exhibitions and events.

CHRISTMAS in Stratford-upon-Avon: with its spectacular Christmas Lights (from the last Thursday in November) and unique festive atmosphere Stratford is perfect for a pre-Christmas Short Break. There are weekly Christmas Markets every Thursday, late night shopping, candlelit tours of Shakespeare's Birthplace and a variety of festive events. Nearby National Trust properties, including Charlecote Park, Baddesley Clinton, Upton House and Coughton Court are open, with the houses dressed for Christmas, festive markets, carols and other special events. Please visit our website Christmas page for photos and details of local events and our 5 star pre-Christmas and Christmas breaks.

How to get there

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By road - Stratford-upon-Avon is 6 miles (10km) from the M40, Junction 15.

Detailed directions to Heritage Mews are sent after booking.

By air - car hire and taxis are available at Birmingham International Airport - approximately 40 minutes drive from Heritage Mews. We can arrange a private hire taxi to 'meet and greet' you at airport arrivals and take you to Heritage Mews. Just let us know and we can obtain a quotation for you - you pay the taxi driver direct.

By train - taxis are available at Stratford railway station - a few minutes from Heritage Mews. There is a direct line from London Marylebone - journey time about 2 hours.

By coach - the coach station is in the town centre, a few minutes by taxi from Heritage Mews.

Activities near Stratford upon Avon

Reviews

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16 Dec 2011

“Lovely, lovely, lovely!” A beautiful house in a fantastic location, just a few minutes walk from central Stratford, the RSC theatre and 3 of the Shakespeare Houses. There are also lovely walks close by along the river, either into the town or out into the countryside. We visited on this occasion to see the Christmas market & lights - we weren't disappointed as Stratford had an extra special atmosphere. Heritage Mews is a cosy home-from-home with great facilities - The house was beautifully decorated for Christmas for our visit and a welcome tray, complete with wine, awaited us. Wonderful! Response: Thank you for leaving such wonderful comments. We're glad you all enjoyed your stay to see Stratford's Christmas lights and markets and look forward to seeing you again next year.

11 Dec 2011

“A Little Gem in Stratford” We have self catered for many years but have yet to see a more immaculate property than this. Personally greeted by the owners we were at once struck by their remarkable attention to detail in what was available in the property. Not only this but the standard of the equipment was first class..Dualit kettles etc ..and the range of books, tourist information and entertainment DVD's etc was as good as it gets. Add to this the fact that you are only a few minutes walk from the centre of Stratford with all its facilities makes this one of the best..if not the best..property we have ever stayed in. Thank you, Val and Simon. Hope to see you again. G & L Lytham

15 Nov 2011

“Our idea of perfect holiday accommodation” Heritage Mews is our idea of perfect self-catering Holiday Accommodation and we have now stayed there several times at various times in the year. From our first visit we have always be so impressed by the care given to make our stay comfortable in every possible way inculuding the excellent quality of all furnishings and equipment. Val and Simon have always been there to welcome us giving us the feeling that we were very welcome to be there. We have always found the garden to be a delight, no matter what time of year always colourful and so well looked after. The position of Heritage Mews within Stratford-upon-Avon is perfect too for visits to the Theatre, walking by the Avon and exploring Stratford's history of William Shakespeare. Yes, we would return for another holiday at Heritage Mews knowing full well what a pleasure it would be.

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31 Oct 2011

“Simply perfect.” We have stayed here 3 times mainly to see all the plays at the RSC. It's not just the beautifully kept and fully equipped house (more stuff than I've got at home I sometimes think) that sells the place, it's the sense of the owners enjoyment in presentation that is outstanding. Lots of personal touches to be appreciated plus a plethora of information about everywhere and everything in the region make Heritage Mews special. To be able to relax in the wee well-kept garden would be a bonus if we weren't always so busy doing other things! Can't wait to return. Of course if you're looking for an older, traditional property whether real or psuedo Tudor this wouldn't suit, but I recommend you play your advantage card and settle in here for comfort. Response: Thank you for the wonderful feedback. Holidays are special and our aim is to provide a comfortable home-from-home, with cleanliness and quality foremost; it's good to know we are getting it right. We opted for modern, rather than period or Tudor, also for the peaceful location and all important private off-road parking - in our case for two cars! Looking forward to seeing you again on your next theatre visit.

30 Oct 2011

“Five star property equipped and furnished to the highest quality” An excellent property with a lovely garden situated in a nice quiet area and within easy walking distance of the town and attractions and most importantly for us the bus stops. A very generous welcome pack was provided, including a bottle of wine, which was very much appreciated. We would certainly stay at this property again should we decide to holiday in Stratford upon Avon. Response: Thank you very much for writing a review and for your kind comments. We would be delighted to see you again if you return to Stratford-upon-Avon. We are sorry you had a problem with food storage space in the kitchen cupboards. We have reorganised the cupboard now so there is an empty shelf to store food. We wish you had telephoned us at the time and we would have gladly come and sorted it; we provide a free direct line from the house phone for guests to contact us any time if they have a query or problem.

26 Oct 2011

“Another fantastic week!” We really enjoy staying in this property for many reasons: It is beautifully maintained and everything - from bed linen to kitchen equipment - is of a consistently high quality. There is a small but very colourful garden - good to sit in, should the weather be sunny, and pleasant to look at through the French windows if it is too cold or wet to be out. The situation is secluded and yet within easy walking distance of the town and theatres. There are lovely walks along the river bank only a few minutes from the house. Response: Thank you for the fantastic comments! We're delighted you enjoy staying at Heritage Mews and look forward to seeing you again next summer. We're glad you like the garden - it's now planted with pansies, violas and primroses so there's colour to look out onto during the autumn and winter too.

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07 Oct 2011

“Perfect...perfect...perfect Stratford rental” Val and Simon have provided the perfect place to stay in Stratford on Avon. A well-deserved 5-star rating. Heritage Mews is located a 10-minute stroll from the Royal Shakespeare Company theaters. It is on a quiet street that is also only a few minutes from the center of town. They have provided every convenience, with thoughtful touches and tons of information (thanks for the use of the Ordinance Survey maps!) for touring in Stratford and the surrounding area. The house was immaculate and was more well-stocked than most homes. It had charming local prints on the walls, luxury linens, and a lovely walled flower garden that makes the cottage complete. We were sad to leave, but will definitely come visit Heritage Mews again. Even the weather was perfect (sunny and in the 80s in late September)! Response: Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review and for all your kind comments. We're just happy that you enjoyed your vacation and will look forward to welcoming you at Heritage Mews again.

06 Oct 2011

“perfect!” location terrific, appearance first rate, garden full of flowers, furnishings complete, wine and cake greeted us, deserves all its five stars I don't know why anyone would prefer a hotel. Response: Thank you very much for a great review. We're so pleased you enjoyed your stay at Heritage Mews and the fine weather allowed you to enjoy the garden too. If your travels ever bring you back to Warwickshire we would be delighted to see you again.

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"This was a real discovery. Clean, comfortable and peaceful - beautifully cared for - thanks for wine etc. A great place to savour the delights of Stratford. Look forward to coming back. Thanks." B & T, Glasgow.

"Oustanding accommodation! Every need catered for to the highest standard in a perfect location. Thank you Val & Simon! Highly recommend High Road Balloons for a memorable trip" JK, N. Ireland & MN, Middlesex.

"House fabulous and garden an oasis of calm beauty in the sun." P & L, Ayrshire,

"As good as it gets - thank you." R & A, Bristol.

"Fantastic house with every detail thought of, especially for Joe [18 months] - thank you! Thanks also for the wine etc on arrival - lovely". T, M & J, Dublin, Ireland.

"Another lovely week. This house is so beautifully maintained, to every last detail. Very comfortable - thank you. Stratford and theatre were excellent. P & C, Sussex.

Rental prices

Prices for group size 3
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
February 2012	3 Feb 12	11 Feb 12	440£ 440	0-	0-	2 Nights
February / March 2012	11 Feb 12	17 Mar 12	465£ 465	0-	0-	2 Nights
March 2012	17 Mar 12	24 Mar 12	475£ 475	0-	0-	2 Nights
	24 Mar 12	31 Mar 12	495£ 495	0-	0-	2 Nights
March / April	31 Mar 12	7 Apr 12	575£ 575	0-	0-	1 Week
Easter week	7 Apr 12	14 Apr 12	595£ 595	0-	0-	1 Week
April / May	14 Apr 12	19 May 12	575£ 575	0-	0-	1 Week
May / June	19 May 12	2 Jun 12	595£ 595	0-	0-	1 Week
1 to 8 June - see below	2 Jun 12	9 Jun 12	625£ 625	0-	0-	3 Nights
June	9 Jun 12	23 Jun 12	600£ 600	0-	0-	1 Week
	23 Jun 12	30 Jun 12	630£ 630	0-	0-	1 Week
June / July	30 Jun 12	7 Jul 12	680£ 680	0-	0-	1 Week
July	7 Jul 12	14 Jul 12	705£ 705	0-	0-	1 Week
July / August	14 Jul 12	1 Sep 12	720£ 720	0-	0-	1 Week
September	1 Sep 12	8 Sep 12	605£ 605	0-	0-	1 Week
	8 Sep 12	22 Sep 12	580£ 580	0-	0-	1 Week
	22 Sep 12	29 Sep 12	560£ 560	0-	0-	1 Week
September / October	29 Sep 12	27 Oct 12	530£ 530	0-	0-	1 Week
October / November	27 Oct 12	3 Nov 12	555£ 555	0-	0-	1 Week
November / December	3 Nov 12	14 Dec 12	465£ 465	0-	0-	2 Nights
December	14 Dec 12	19 Dec 12	475£ 475	0-	0-	1 Week
Christmas & New Year	19 Dec 12	2 Jan 13	720£ 720	0-	0-	1 Week

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

** SHORT BREAK RATES **

3 January to 11 February 2012: 2 nights £200; 3 nights £265; 4 nights £320; 5 nights £375.

11 February to 17 March 2012: 2 nights £210; 3 nights £280; 4 nights £340; 5 nights £395.

1 to 8 June 2012: 7 nights from 1 to 8 June is available at £625, or 6 nights from 2 to 8 June at £550. 3 night short breaks are available from 1 to 4 June, 2 to 5 June and 5 to 8 June at £375. A 4 night short break is available from 1 to 5 June at £440.

Please visit our website Short Break page for more information and photos.

RENTAL RATES INCLUDE central heating, gas, electricity, unlimited Wi-Fi internet access, bed linen & towels, and private off-road parking for two cars. Extended parking is available on request, subject to availability. When the minimum stay is 1 week, the above weekly rates apply to Saturday to Saturday bookings (except Christmas & New Year). Please enquire if you would like a different arrival day or a longer or shorter stay. When the minimum stay is 2 nights, arrival day and length of stay are flexible depending on existing bookings.

COT & BABY EQUIPMENT: baby and toddler equipment (stairgate, high chair / booster seat, bath tub etc) is available on request, at no additional charge. A 'Mamas & Papas Metro' beechwood cot (with 2 sets of cot linen) can be set up in the single bedroom on request, at an additional charge of £25 per week or short break. Please enquire for details.

PAYMENT: we accept payments in £ / GBP by cheque (drawn on a UK bank) or bank transfer. We also accept credit and debit card payments by PayPal (you do not need a PayPal account to pay this way). Please note there is a small additional charge for electronic payments from banks outside the UK (GBP 7) and for PayPal (4.5%).

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2 years listed You are contacting Val Broke-Smith Landline +44 01564 778649 Mobile +44 07946 200740 Web Visit site Payment accepted Credit cards accepted PayPal accepted Languages spoken The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2009. This cottage has received 8 reviews from previous guests.