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Character Holiday Cottage Close to Stratford Upon Avon & the Cotswolds

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A brick house with ivy-covered walls and a garden path leading to a tree.
A brick cottage with a dark wooden door, a window with a grid pattern, and a sign reading "WELFORD COTTAGE".
A bed with striped bedding, two bedside lamps, and a wall-mounted clock.
A dining table set with plates, bowls, and wine glasses, surrounded by wicker chairs.
A cozy living room with a large armchair, a dining table with chairs, a fireplace, and a large mirror.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Barbecue
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Stratford Upon Avon, ENG
  • Place, Shakespeare County Raceway
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Royal Shakespeare Theatre
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Anne Hathaway's Cottage
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Birmingham (BHX)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Character Holiday Cottage Close to Stratford Upon Avon & the Cotswolds

Welford Cottage is a pretty self-catering holiday rental located on the North Cotswolds borders and just a 7 minute drive to Stratford-Upon-Avon.

This 2-bedroom period cottage has been tastefully decorated, can comfortably accommodate 4 people. It has an open plan lounge/dining room, a well-equipped kitchen, private patio, gardens and a wealth of character.

We feel sure you will feel at home as soon as you arrive.

For those needing Wi-fi you won’t be disappointed, the cottage has BT Infinity fibre broadband and it’s fast.

We provide bedlinen, towels and all the other essentials you’ll need so you can just turn up, kick-back and relax.

A perfect place for a romantic getaway, a relaxing family break or for simply spending quality time with friends.

Please contact us with your requirements and we'll do our best to accommodate you.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Children over 4 welcome
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Sadly the complex does not permit dogs to stay
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We don't mind you smoking outside on the terrace

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Lock up and push keys through letterbox
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
The cottage is set in open countryside so we recommend you have a car to enjoy the local area.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8142464
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Stratford-upon-Avon

Located in Stratford-upon-Avon, this cottage is in a rural area. Stratford-upon-Avon Golf Club and Ingon Manor Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Stratford Butterfly Farm and Bancroft Gardens. Mary Arden's Farm and Avon Bank Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Stratford Upon Avon, ENG

What's nearby

  • Shakespeare County Raceway - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Royal Shakespeare Theatre - 7 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Shakespeare's Birthplace - 8 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Stratford Racecourse - 9 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Anne Hathaway's Cottage - 10 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

  • Stratford-Upon-Avon Station - 13 min drive
  • Coventry (CVT) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dirty Duck - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Rooftop Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Bell Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Vintner - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Riverside Tea Garden - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Character Holiday Cottage Close to Stratford Upon Avon & the Cotswolds pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Character Holiday Cottage Close to Stratford Upon Avon & the Cotswolds?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Character Holiday Cottage Close to Stratford Upon Avon & the Cotswolds?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Character Holiday Cottage Close to Stratford Upon Avon & the Cotswolds?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Character Holiday Cottage Close to Stratford Upon Avon & the Cotswolds located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Shakespeare County Raceway and within 6 miles (10 km) of The Greenway and Stratford Butterfly Farm. The Attic Theatre and Shakespeare Monument are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Brian P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely looking cottage in a nice secluded area and wonderful green vistas. All the rooms were clean and there was a nice gift of strawberries and cream in the fridge on arrival. Communication was good, very good navigation details, and there were no issues during our stay. I wish we had more time to enjoy it as we were using it as a base for going to Silverstone so it was up early and back late.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hilary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect base for visitng famiy in Warwick. Very comfortabe beds, quiet location, everything you needed in the kitchen .. lovely stay Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shantell T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very convenient location for exploring the entire area, from Warwick to the Cotwolds. Had everything needed for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janet F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Great
Stayed 91 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice stay in good location

This was a very well equipped cottage that was a short drive to Stratford city center. Convenient to a large grocery, nice pub, and all of the attractions of the area. The location was quiet and perfectly suited to our needs. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Georgina K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely place to stay...again!

This was our second time visiting this property and it is still brilliant. Lovely, cozy, and peaceful area inside and outside. Needless to say, we will happily book again, and again!
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2023
Thank you so much for your kind words. Glad you enjoyed your stay xxx
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sarah’s Place

A beautifully well presented place. Very relaxing. Great to have a designated parking spot. Enjoyed our time staying at the property.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Welford

Very comfortable accommodation. Very well furnished with everything necessary for self catering. Relaxing and peaceful environment and comfortable beds.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2023
Thank you so much for the review Jonathan. You were the perfect guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

4 day break

Property very clean and well presented, some lovely extras like milk orange jui e chocolate cake and other essential items.location was very goid.We would recommend to anyone and come back again
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint

Lovely well equipped cottage in a lovely setting, the squirrels birds and rabbits greet you in the morning. Thank you for a delightful stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful English Cottage

We loved our stay at Welford Cottage. As soon as we walked in the door we felt at home. It was cozy, warm and inviting. Their neighbours were wonderful and the chocolate cake was delicious! Thank you so much-we will definitely be back and recommend Welford Cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Teresa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cottage

Lovely cottage… nice kitchen and garden. There was no vacuum; fire stick for using Netflix on tv did not work. Lost power one day from 6:30 am until 5:30 pm due to rain… not the fault owner. Beautiful stay.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely property, quiet and relaxing

I was looking for a quiet place to write/work. The property, although it is in a row of houses and has a communal back garden, was very peaceful indeed - I barely heard anyone else. and the garden is huge and lovely! The house is exceptionally clean, well equipped and attractive. The owner is very helpful, responding to any queries very quickly. It's well situated for the town of Stratford upon Avon, about ten minutes drive, and I would highly recommend it to any visitors.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2023
Thank you so much for your kind words. So glad you enjoyed your stay. All the best, Sarah
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynn J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant stay

I must say that we were expecting full laundry capabilities so packed light for our month stay. But with no clothes dryer we were caught off guard with minimal clothes which yes, we washed. But the clothes were always wet, hanging to dry in cool damp weather. Other cottages nearby had dryers so I would say there easily could have been in Welford Cottage too
Stayed 27 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 October 2023
I’m sorry you were expecting a dryer. We really don't have space for a dryer in the property and as such it’s not on the listing.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Scott B.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness

Spiders and dust

This property was a disappontment because it was full of spiders, webs and dust. All the blind, curtains and windows were also quite dirty. Overall it would have been nice if it had just been clean. Despite claiming there is a dryer - there is not - the laundry racks are next to the garbage bins for the complex (not nice) and there is not really much room to put the drying rack near a heater to allow anything to dry (if it's raining outside). On our final day the maintenance team was on our roof at 8am cleaning the gutters etc... for over 4 hrs. When I complained to owner she offered to let us stay and extra night or a late check out, neither of which worked with our plans and then she reluctantly refunded us 30 pds - this number really made no sense to me. Hopefully the owner will work on making it cleaner for the next guests.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2024
Despite getting an exceptionally good deal (less than £100 per night for 3 guests) in peak season this guest wanted us to refund them a night. They only mentioned the cobwebs on their last day when we couldn’t do anything about it. The cottage was cleaned thoroughly before arrival. It is in the countryside so little spiders are inevitable at this time of year. We do not have a drier and as such do not advertise one in the listing. We were not made aware that the gardeners were working on the ivy until after they had finished or else I would have asked them to stop. The guest was most unpleasant to deal with, left lots of marks all up the walls where they dragged their bags.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cosy cottage!

We had a lovely stay. The cottage is very inviting and characterful. Warm, cosy. Easy to find. Bus stop into Stratford etc is at the entrance. We loved the chocolate cake, plus orange juice, tea, coffee, milk. There’s also a coffee maker with pods. The garden was full of wildlife, with birds, rabbits, frogs and squirrels. Just delightful. If you are bringing children there is plenty of lovely lawn space for raquet games.etc. There’s a lovely patio too with table and chairs for sitting out. Waitrose isn’t far away by car and was wonderful for supplies. The cottage is about ten minutes from Stratford by car. We came for the theatre and we were so happy that we chose this lovely place to stay. So so peaceful at night. The bedrooms have skylight windows with blinds that firmly keep the light out- so important! Lovely comfortable beds, soft pillows, quality bed linen. Shower and bath were great, with lots of hot water. Body wash and shampoo are provided and liquid soap. Stairs go around and up and have banisters both sides and aren’t too steep. The downstairs loo is a bonus. The TV is easy to operate and has Netflix and Prime, etc, YouTube too- I did yoga. Plenty of room for a yoga mat in front of the TV! The furniture is two high backed comfortable chairs and a lovely soft sofa, blankets/ cushions provided. Parking- easy and safe with an allocated spot available. Easy to find, the location is good for exploring the Cotswolds as well as Stratford.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stefan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ein zauberhaftes, kleines Cottage!Perfekte Lage, um die Cotswolds zu erkunden.Im Sommer wird es recht warm im Haus, da wäre ein Ventilator vielleicht eine Hilfe. Da die Lage sehr günstig ist, sollte man bedenken, dass das Schlafen mit offenem Fenster etwas laut werden kann(Straßennähe).
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Janine K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gut eingerichtetes Ferienreihenhaus in einer kleinen Anlage, zurückgesetzt von der Hauptstrasse nach Stratford. Wir haben wundervoll geschlafen in sehr bequemen Betten. Die Küche war mit Waschmaschine, Geschirrspüler, Microwelle, Herd und Backofen sehr gut ausgestattet. Für Kaffee gab es eine Cafetiere. Das Reihenhaus hat eine kleine Terrasse, leider ohne Sitzauflagen für die etwas unbequemen Metallstühle. Die Terrasse ist zu den Nachbarn mit Palisaden abggegrenzt, die schön bewachsen waren und vielen Vögeln einen Nistplatz boten. Der Blick geht in einen Gemeinschaftsgarten mit weitläufiger Rasenfläche, etwas zugewachsenen Grillplätzen und grossen Bäumen. Das Cottage ist sehr liebevoll eingerichtet, aber schon etwas in die Jahre gekommen, das eine oder andere könnte mal eine zärtliche Hand gebrauchen, wie Teppiche oder lose Armaturen im Bad, Lichterkette auf der Terrasse, wo nur vereinzelte Birnen brannten. Ausflugsziele in der Umgebung, wie Stratford, der Avon, Warwick, Oxford sind schnell erreichbar, waren aber auch ziemlich frequentiert von vielen Menschen. Es empfiehlt sich abends online vorab einen Tisch zu reservieren. Viele Lokale oder Pubs schliessen schon zeitig ihre Küche; Dinnerzeit ist eher gegen 18.00/19.00 Uhr, Pubs schliessen meist gegen 22.00 Uhr. Wir hatten eine tolle Zeit, wunderschöne Gärten und hübsche Orte gesehen, es war mit 33 Grad nur viel zu heiss und kaum Bademöglichkeiten, da alle Timesslots ausgebucht und in vielen Seen das Baden verboten war.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cristina Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Una estancia muy agradable

Hemos estado muy bien en la casa, tiene de todo y es muy acogedora. Hubo un pequeño problema con un baño que lo solventaron inmediatamente. Recomiendo la casa totalmente.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely location and cottage.

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Vey nice surprise milk, wine, orange juice and crisps as welcome pack.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edith and John R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

sfeervol en comfortabel

Beneden is het klein maar fijn, erg mooi ingericht met goede stoelen en buiten ook nog een terrasje. Boven twee ruime slaapkamers en een kleine badkamer. Let op: wie langer is dan 1.75 moet daar een helm opzetten ivm een laaghangende balk. Wij hingen er een witte theedoek over. Verder in alle opzichten voortreffelijk
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2023
Thanks for being the perfect guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jenny f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage

Cottage is absolutely gorgeous. The host is fantastic. Couldn't do enough for us to help.... Will definitely be going again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jane B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An excellent place to stay in quiet countryside with a large shared garden to enjoy

Excellent location for trips to Stratford and Cotswolds. Accomodation was spotless and had everything you could want.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lyn L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Stay

Nice bijoux cottage with very comfortable beds in a quiet location. Good for visiting places/ towns of interest especially National Trust properties. Close to high end supermarket, garden centre and farm shops along with some interesting antique / emporium places - great on a rainy day. Stratford walkway nearby with railway carriage cafes at each end. Good pubs in the attractive Welford village nearby.
Stayed 33 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Derek W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage

Excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Sarah

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We are a mother and daughter team who personally manage all bookings and clean and maintain the cottage to a high standard and with attention to detail. We believe the cottage offers you just what you need for a relaxing break at a competitive price.

What makes this property unique

The cottage is a real 'home from home', it is comfy, cosy and oozes character. We believe it has everything you need to be the perfect base for exploring both Stratford Upon Avon, Warwick and the Cotswolds. (+ it has plenty of off road parking too).

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