Riverside view of Stratford-upon-Avon showing riverside gardens, moored barges and the Shakespeare Theatre in the background The River Avon in Stratford-upon-Avon. Photocredit: Rural Retreats

Find My Favourite Holiday Cottages in Stratford-upon-Avon

Stratford-upon-Avon needs no introduction as the birthplace of William Shakespeare, England's greatest playwright. This fine Warwickshire market town on the banks of the River Avon is full of black and white timbered houses, including Shakespeare's birthplace. There are plenty of holiday cottages in Stratford-upon-Avon and the surrounding Warwickshire countryside. Visitors have a fine choice of high-quality self-catering apartments, townhouses and cottages to choose from when planning a holiday or weekend break in Stratford-upon-Avon.

Exterior of a long brick-built barn conversion with a patio with table seating for 14.
Shakespeare Lodge
Stratford-upon-Avon
Warwickshire
England
Sleeps
12
Bedrooms
7

If you are looking for a memorable and truly luxurious holiday experience, look no further than The Shakespeare Lodge. Nestled in an elevated position near Stratford-upon-Avon, this beautiful rural cottage offers breathtaking countryside views that will take your breath away. With its elegant interior featuring exposed beams, sophisticated dining room, spacious grounds, and multiple entertaining spaces, The Shakespeare Lodge is the perfect place to create happy holiday memories with family and friends. So why wait? Book your stay at The Shakespeare Lodge today and get ready to experience the best of Shakespeare country in style!

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A large 1930s country house with a large well-kept lawn.
Ashleigh House, Stratford-upon-Avon
Henley-in-Arden
Warwickshire
England
Sleeps
25
Bedrooms
11

Gather friends for a memorable weekend away at Ashleigh House, an elegant and affordable rural cottage near Henley-in-Arden. The sophisticated country house boasts a hot tub and sun lounge with a snooker table, ample gardens, a south-facing patio for entertaining, and period furnishings.

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For those following the trail of the Baird, the first stop is the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, more than one theatre actually, comprising the main auditorium, The Swan Theatre, The Courtyard and The Other Place. The Theatre is the home of the world-class Royal Shakespeare Company, which performs a repertoire of Shakespeare and other plays in various venues. No stay in Stratford is complete without taking in a performance.

Other Shakespearian locations include The New Place - another of Shakespeare's homes, Anne Hathaway's Cottage and Mary Arden's Farm. When exploring the town, why not book a walking tour such as the Stratford Ghost Tour, relax on a sunny afternoon in the Bancroft Gardens on the banks of the River Avon or spot RSC actors enjoying a well-deserved after-show drink in the nearby Dirty Duck pub. Boat trips of self-hire rowing boats can be rented along the river or the canal basin. Birmingham's fleshpots and retail delights are a short drive or train ride away, while other 'go-to' destinations include Royal Leamington Spa and the magnificent Warwick Castle.