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Old detached stone cottage in Shakespeare country
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10 out of 10
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4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 7
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Explore the area
Marlcliff, warwickshire
- Ragley Hall13 min drive
- Anne Hathaway's Cottage14 min drive
- Royal Shakespeare Theatre16 min drive
- Birmingham (BHX)41 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom 1
1 Crib
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Toilet 1
Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Old detached stone cottage in Shakespeare country
A variety of spaces make this an excellent venue for groups as does its central position within England. A footpath leading to the delightful village of Bidford on Avon passes in front of the cottage (1 mile) with its shops, pubs and a supermarket. If one carries on over the bridge, a further mile, will bring you to a great little village pub the Cottage of Content at Barton. Cheerful and welcoming! In the other direction a path rises up above the village and can be followed to the delightful village of Cleeve Prior. There you will find a beautiful 15th century church and equally old pub, The Kings Arms. With its beams, log fires, real ale and great food it is everyone's idea of an English Country Pub. There is a quiet route through the lanes to the Stratford Greenway which give cycle access to Stratford on Avon. The River Avon itself is only a few hundred metres walk and children delight in helping the boats navigate the lock at Marlcliff. Some guests even do a spot of fishing.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Important information
You need to know
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Alcester
Alcester is home to this cottage. Bidford Grange Golf Club and Bidford Grange Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tiddesley Wood Nature Reserve and Broadway Tower Country Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Avon Bank Gardens, or check out an event or a game at Stratford Racecourse.
Marlcliff, warwickshire
What's nearby
- Ragley Hall - 13 min drive - 12.2 km
- Stratford Racecourse - 13 min drive - 12.8 km
- Anne Hathaway's Cottage - 14 min drive - 13.5 km
- Royal Shakespeare Theatre - 16 min drive - 15.1 km
- Shakespeare's Birthplace - 16 min drive - 15.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 18 min drive
- The Bulls Head - 18 min walk
- Ellenden Farm Shop - 10 min drive
- The Frog - 17 min walk
- The Four Alls - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by geoff gent
Retired now after 39 years at the chalk face (teaching), The Hamlet was my family home for 25 years. I worked hard to create an attractive, fertile organic garden which I was loathe to give up when I relocated to a smaller property in Evesham. I just moved out and left everything as it was! Consequently the house is very 'homely' and the garden green and productive! I've tried to make the home comfortable but not too 'precious' so that families with children and/or dogs would not feel too up tight during their stay. In retirement I've continued doing the garden and have been able to travel extensively usually on my bike! I will probably pop in to say hello and you may see me hoeing my veg garden but the large lawned gardens surrounding the house are exclusively for the use of guests.
Why they chose this property
I grew up in Birmingham and one of our special childhood treats was to catch the 148 bus from Moseley to Bidford on Avon and walk across the fields through Marlcliff and onto the teashop (now closed!) at Cleeve Prior. When the Hamlet came on the market in 1981 it had just been delightfully renovated, had large gardens and there were footpaths radiating from the cottage in many directions.
Although in an essentially rural area it is only a short walk along the river or across the fields to Bidford on Avon which has plenty of 'facilities' There are some great bike rides, country and riverside walks from the cottage and all the charms of the Cotswold villages and countryside, and Stratford on Avon, within 10 miles.
Although in an essentially rural area it is only a short walk along the river or across the fields to Bidford on Avon which has plenty of 'facilities' There are some great bike rides, country and riverside walks from the cottage and all the charms of the Cotswold villages and countryside, and Stratford on Avon, within 10 miles.
What makes this property unique
Some visitors just stay around the property. They read, cook, eat, walk, cycle, fish in the river, use the local pubs and shops and really chill out.
Some have the above sorts of days but go into Stratford, Cheltenham, or Broadway to shop or 'do' the usual tourist things.There are a large number of National Trust Properties close by so members often get their money's worth and visit these.
Guests with children usually visit Warwick Castle and Cadburys' World in Birmingham.
Visitors from abroad often have frenetic days travelling to London, Bath, Oxford, Stone Henge etc. There is a direct train service to Oxford and London (Paddington) from Honeybourne only 4 miles away (free parking at station).
Some have the above sorts of days but go into Stratford, Cheltenham, or Broadway to shop or 'do' the usual tourist things.There are a large number of National Trust Properties close by so members often get their money's worth and visit these.
Guests with children usually visit Warwick Castle and Cadburys' World in Birmingham.
Visitors from abroad often have frenetic days travelling to London, Bath, Oxford, Stone Henge etc. There is a direct train service to Oxford and London (Paddington) from Honeybourne only 4 miles away (free parking at station).
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