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Bard's Nest Scholars Cottage, town centre, 2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms, 5 mins RSC

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, DVD player, books
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 474 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

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Stratford-upon-Avon, England
  • Place, Shakespeare's Birthplace
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Shakespeare Theatre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Anne Hathaway's Cottage
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Coventry (CVT)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bard's Nest Scholars Cottage, town centre, 2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms, 5 mins RSC

Beautiful 2 bedroom 2 bathroom cottage at the very heart of Stratford upon Avon.
Bard’s Nest Scholars Cottage is a newly refurbished holiday cottage, finished to a high standard and fitted with all the modern facilities for a comfortable, relaxing stay.
- Prime town centre location
- 2 stylish bedrooms: one with 1 king bed, the other with 2 single beds; quality Egyptian cotton linen
- 1 single foldaway bed for the 5th guest in the lounge.
- 2 modern bathrooms, 2 walk-in showers
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Tranquil garden to sit and unwind
- Free on-street parking for 1 car on the same street of the cottage or nearby streets

The space
Originally a 19th century cottage and recently refurbished in 2023, Bard’s Nest Scholars Cottage is about 5 minutes’ walk to Royal Shakespeare’s Theatre, 8 minutes to the Birthplace; a variety of shops, pubs and restaurants are just around the corner; it is the ideal holiday accommodation to explore Stratford upon Avon, the nearby Warwick Castle and the picturesque Cotswolds area.
Bard’s Nest Scholars Cottage is a dog friendly holiday home, can accommodate one small-medium sized, well-behaved dog, with an additional charge of £20 per stay. Dog is welcome to stay on the ground floor, but NOT on furniture or 1st Floor.

GROUND FLOOR:

Lounge / dining room
Lounge is fitted with a 3 seater sofa, armchair, a 43" Smart TV offering NETFLIX service + Free-view channels, and a DVD player. The 70MB Wifi allows you to enjoy speedy online surfing.
1 large dining table / chairs .
1 small desk / chair for your reading, make up or office work.

1 single foldaway bed will automatically be set up for the 5th guest in the lounge (ground floor). ( Please NOTE: the lounge SPACE will feel a little TIGHTER with the foldaway bed.)

If only 4 guests (or fewer) but STILL need the foldaway bed in the lounge ( ground floor), please INDICATE in the booking, there is an ADDITIONAL charge of £35.

Kitchen
A modern, sleek kitchen is fully equipped with hob, oven/grill, microwave, Nespresso coffee machine (initial supply of pods provided), large fridge/ freezer, kettle, toaster, pan, steamer, crockery and cutlery and other cooking basics. It is also fitted with a dishwasher and a washer/ dryer.

Bathroom 1 (Ground Floor)
Ground floor bathroom fitted with a walk-in shower, toilet, wash basin, mirror and heated towel rail; quality Egyptian cotton towels, shower gel, shampoo, conditioner and other toiletries provided.

Garden
At the rear of the property, is a south-facing patio garden, with a garden table / chairs where guests can sit and unwind.

1st FLOOR:

Bedroom 1
king size bed, Egyptian cotton bed linen, large window facing the garden, black-out curtains, wardrobe with shelf & clothes hangers, wall hooks, iron / ironing board, hair dryer and armchair.
1 travel cot and 1 highchair are available on request (please BRING your OWN baby linen, as this is NOT provided)


Bedroom 2
2 single beds, wall mounted Smart TV, Egyptian cotton bed linen, south facing window, black-out curtains, wardrobe with shelf & clothes hangers, wall hooks, hair dryer and armchair.

Bathroom 2 (1st Floor)
1st floor bathroom, fitted with a walk-in shower, toilet, wash basin, mirror and heated towel rail; quality Egyptian cotton towels, shower gel, shampoo, conditioner and other toiletries provided.

PARKING
We offer 1 free on-street parking on nearby streets. You may not be able to park right in front of the cottage, at the time of your arrival, due to town centre popularity; however there are a great number of nearby streets for parking as well, you should be able to find a space if you don’t mind a little walk back to the cottage. We will provide you the detailed parking spots once booked.

For 2nd car, there is a public car park just 4 mins’ walk away, about : £1 / hour, or £ 15 / 24 hours, or £24 / 2 days; or £36 / 3 days.

Other things to note:
-Strictly no smoking or vaping, inside or out
-Check in is any time after 4:00 pm.
-Check out is LATEST BY 11:00AM
- No parties.
- 1 travel cot, 1 highchair are available upon request (please bring your own baby sheet/ bedding, as this is not provided)
- 1 small-medium sized dog is welcome, please say if you are bringing the dog; there is an additional £20 per stay, please pay together with your room reservation; if not, will request to pay via credit / debit card or paypal. Dog NOT allowed on furniture OR on the 1st floor. Please make sure you check & clear any dog waste, prior to the check out. There is an extra £10 charge for clearing the dog waste.

-The single foldaway bed in the lounge:
The foldaway bed will ONLY automatically be set up for the 5th guest in the lounge.
Please NOTE: the lounge SPACE will feel a little TIGHTER with the foldaway bed.
If only 4 guests (or fewer) but STILL need the foldaway bed in the lounge, please REQUEST in advance, there is an additional charge of £35.

- Please ensure you don’t leave make up on the white bed linen.
- Please clean up your cooking prior to departure.
- Please ENSURE you LOCK the DOOR prior to departure.
- Free on-street parking for 1 car on the same street of the cottage or nearby streets, please notify us if you come with 1 car.
During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Shakespeare’s Schoolroom & Guildhall. Laundry facilities are available. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the cottage.
  • The cottage offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi (speed: 50+ Mbps)
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Steps from Shakespeare’s Schoolroom & Guildhall and Nash's House
As a guest of this cottage, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Stratford-upon-Avon cottage is smoke free.


Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 25 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 795 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please make sure that the front door is locked, prior to your departure.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

- DOG: 1 well behaved dog is welcome, please say if you bring one, there is an additional £20 per stay, please clear any dog waste prior to check out.
- The single foldaway bed will ONLY automatically be set up for the 5th guest in lounge. Please NOTE: the lounge SPACE will feel a little TIGHTER.
If only 4 guests (or fewer) but STILL need the foldaway bed in the lounge, please REQUEST in the booking, there is an additional charge of £35.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 55 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: 1 dog allowed (£20 per stay) , Ground Floor ONLY.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Bard's Nest Scholars Cottage, town centre, 2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms, 5 mins RSC Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Judy was an excellent host! The property was in a great location, clean, and as described. Would absolutely stay again if the chance arose!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

This home was perfect. Short walk too many local attractions. Close the water for some nice walks.This unit is very clean and has everything needed.We enjoyed our stay here a would rent it again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect retreat

Everything was as advertised. Excellent instructions for all appliances. Host was very helpful and contactable. Highly recommended for all.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ideal central location

Lovely 2 days in Stratford. Comfortable house, garden. Well equipped, short walk to everything
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness

May 2024 Trip to Stratford

This home is the perfect place to stay to experience Stratford Upon Avon! It is clean, comfortable, and conveniently located to everything. Judy offered all of the extra touches and treats that made us feel at home… including coffee, sugar, and milk in the refrigerator upon arrival. The area was safe and the parking was close to the home. We were able to walk to all of the historic sites. The garden patio was a delightful place to unwind before and after dinner. We highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness

NYE 2023

Beautiful property in an ideal location Thankyou we hope to stay again in the future
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023