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Cottage |1 bedroom |Sleeps 2

Stratford upon Avon in Central England/Cotswolds

From £265 per week

7 nights minimum stay

Changeover flexible

4 out of 5

1 review | Write a review

Key info  Car not necessary, no pets allowed

About the home

Right at the heart of Stratford-upon-Avon, Shakespeare’s birthplace, the cottage is a stroll away from everything on your to-see and to-do list.

From its prime location in the Old Town you can walk to the river Avon, feed the swans, take a pleasure cruise or take your own boat on the river. The famous Royal Shakespeare Company theatres are right by – the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, The Swan and The Courtyard. Visit the house where the bard was born, in nearby Henley Street. ,

All the best restaurants are here. Your local pub is the famous Garrick Inn, built in the 14th century! On your way there you pass Shakespeare’s old school. A few moments away, by the river, is Holy Trinity Church where he is buried. A few minutes in another direction and you are at the Farmers’ Market, where local farm produce is regularly on sale. Try the venison sausages and the cider!

The cottage is cosy and intimate, with central heating and all necessary comforts. A spiral staircase, takes you to the bedroom (exposed beams and curious built-in wardrobes!) and bathroom above. The sleeping accommodation comprises a good size double bed in the bedroom and a comfortable sofa bed in the lounge.

Facilities

Further details indoors:
There are ample supplies of crockery and cutlery in the kitchen along with a 10 cup coffee percolator. There are separate oven and grill compartments in the cooker.

Further details outdoors:
Free permit parking on the street

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The Central England / Cotswolds / Warwickshire region

The area around Stratford boasts some of the most glorious countryside in England. Places of great historic interest such as Kenilworth Castle and Warwick Castle are all easily accessible from the town. Leamington Spa is a short drive away. To the south the quaint Cotswold towns of Stow-on-the-Wold and Bourton-on-the-Water are well worth a visit.

The Stratford upon Avon area

The Shakespeare Centre in Henley Street is a must for every visitor to the town. Learn all about his life and works and visit the house where he was born and brought up.

Nearby in Chapel Street is Nash’s House (Thomas Nash married Shakespeare’s grand daughter) where you can stroll through an authentic 16th century house and listen to talks on life in Elizabethan Stratford. For a similar experience visit the magnificently preserved Hall’s Croft (John Hall married Shakespeare’s eldest daughter) in Old Town, a few minutes from the cottage. Discover how a wealthy Elizabethan doctor lived and worked in Stratford. A short distance away, in Shottery village, is Anne Hathaway’s Cottage (parental home of Shakespeare’s wife), again a must for all visitors to the town.

At the Waterside, nearby, The Shakespearience is well worth a visit. This is an audiovisual tour de force of special effects and latest technology.

Further afield, in Wilmcote, three miles from Stratford, is Mary Arden’s House and Countryside Museum. Visit the blacksmith’s forge, watch a falconer put his bird of prey through its paces, see rare breeds of livestock and savour the ways of country life in Tudor England. Or just have tea and scones in the museum café!

And then there are the theatres, all just a stroll away from the cottage. There are three to choose from – the RSC theatre (currently being renovated), The Swan and The Courtyard.

On the River Avon there is plenty to do. Boat hire is always available. Pleasure boats are routine, some with candle-lit restaurants. Take a short cut across the river by ferry and visit the Butterfly Farm (exotic caterpillars and curious creepie-crawlies from all over the world).

The Farmers’ Market is a regular feature of the town and is just a few minutes from the cottage. Every first and third Saturday of the month, from 9am to 2pm, local farmers bring their homemade produce to town. When the farmers are away the Craft Market takes over.

How to get there

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By air: The nearest airport is Birmingham International, 26 miles from Stratford-upon-Avon. Taxis and buses available.
By train: From London there is a direct service (no change) from Marylebone to Stratford. The cottage is a
10-15 minutes walk from the station.
By car: The M40 from London.
By coach: National Express from London Victoria Coach Station.

Activities near Stratford upon Avon

Reviews

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17 Nov 2011

“perfect for everything you need in stratford” whilst the cottage may not be in the prettiest part of Stratford, it could not be better positioned to access the numerous tourist sites, places to eat and drink and excellent shops. Once inside, the cottage has all you need for a comfortable, cosy and relaxing stay. Nice peaceful area, 5 minute walk from the hustle and bustle of stratford,well equipped, clean and tidy. Perfect for a relaxing week. Even parking the car was simple enough, if you arrive at a busy period (there is no road noise) you may have to search for a space but once the day trippers have gone move the car closer!

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Guestbook for The Cottage

I want to thank you and let you know how much we enjoyed your lovely cottage.
Because it was such a good location for our History-Plays-Bender (over 25 hours of theatre in 4 days! Bliss.); we were able to dash home for naps and meals during the 90 minute breaks on the 3-play days.
It was one of our greatest experiences ever and the cottage made our trip that much more special. H.N. USA

We were very impressed by the cottage. It was very well equipped with everything we needed for our stay and although so near to the town centre was remarkably quiet. Do hope we will be able to book it again. We were quite reluctant to return home this morning. J.T. Devon

Many thanks for our week's stay. The cottage was really comfortable and cosy and so peaceful and quiet. We thought the staircase was a 'star feature'. We hope to book again in 2009. L.A .Cumbria

The cottage has been the tonic I have been needing for some time. I found it enchanting, inspiring and comfortable. J.C. Edinburgh

Rental prices

Prices for group size 2
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
January-March	1 Jan 11	1 Apr 11	265£ 265	0-	0-	1 Week
April-May	1 Apr 11	1 Jun 11	350£ 350	0-	0-	1 Week
June-August	1 Jun 11	1 Sep 11	395£ 395	0-	0-	1 Week
September	1 Sep 11	1 Oct 11	295£ 295	0-	0-	1 Week
October-December	1 Oct 11	25 Dec 11	265£ 265	0-	0-	1 Week
24 December-4January	25 Dec 11	5 Jan 12	325£ 325	0-	0-	1 Week
January-March	5 Jan 12	1 Apr 12	265£ 265	0-	0-	1 Week

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

For stays of less than a week please enquire for rates.

Special rates apply for Christmas, Easter and New Year.

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7 years listed You are contacting Gerry Fitzgerald Landline n/a Mobile +44 7831 391477 Web Visit site Languages spoken The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2005. This cottage has received 1 review from previous guests.

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