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Canalside cottage situated on edge of Wilmcote village

Canalside cottage situated on edge of Wilmcote village

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Summer view from the edge of the canal.
View from the front gate of The Wharf, with Wharf Stables in the distance.
Front gate view in winter
View from Towpath with Stables in back ground
End of property from towpath of  Stratford Canal.

Overview of Canalside cottage situated on edge of Wilmcote village

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 470 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

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Stratford Upon Avon, ENG
  • Popular LocationShakespeare's Birthplace7 min drive
  • Popular LocationAnne Hathaway's Cottage7 min drive
  • Popular LocationRoyal Shakespeare Theatre8 min drive
  • AirportBirmingham (BHX)34 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Canalside cottage situated on edge of Wilmcote village

Wharf Stables sits in the grounds of the private residence known as 'The Wharf' alongside Stratford on Avon Navigation Canal in the village of Wilmcote. Mary Arden's House, where Shakespeare's mother lived, is one of the major attractions in the area and is situated some 400 metres from the holiday let.
The village is also conveniently situated for those wishing to explore the Cotswolds, Warwick, Kenilworth and surrounding areas, in addition to enjoying the Shakespearian experience in Stratford upon Avon. Warwick Castle is one of the best preserved medieval castles in Britain..
The holiday let is a conversion of an old stone stable block. It was originally used in early 19th century for keeping the ponies used for pulling the carts from the Wilmcote quarry to the quay.
The accommodation consists of 2 bedrooms, one king size bed, and a super king with an option to split to 2 singles. Both bedrooms have en-suites (one with a bath). The holiday let comes complete with necessary fixtures to make your stay enjoyable. Including wifi, dishwasher, 42 inch TV with freeview, radio with USB and bluetooth, freezer and washer/dryer. It is fully centrally heated with heated towel rails and gas effect stove.
Wilmcote has good access to Stratford and, if you wish, the train is 5 minutes walk away. Walk down the towpath or jump on the sightseeing bus that runs regularly between the Shakespearean tourist attractions.
There is a general store in the village, 2 public houses and St. Andrews Church.

Property manager

Alan and Liz Griffith
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Property by canal, parents responsible.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Holiday makers can bring more than one car, plenty of parking, however they must park where instructed.
Access can be obtained to the 4.5 acres, see areas not accessible ,details in house instructions.
The property is let based upon a Friday to Friday or part thereof in the Winter period when 5 day bookings are taken. Refer to booking matrix/owner

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Stratford-upon-Avon

Located in Stratford-upon-Avon, this vacation home is in a rural area. Mary Arden's House and Anne Hathaway's Cottage are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at The Recreation Ground and The Greenway. Traveling with kids? Consider Henrys Castle Play Barn and The Gower Memorial. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Stratford Upon Avon, ENG

What's nearby

  • Shakespeare's Birthplace - 7 min drive
  • Anne Hathaway's Cottage - 7 min drive
  • Royal Shakespeare Theatre - 8 min drive
  • Stratford Racecourse - 8 min drive
  • Stratford Butterfly Farm - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Wilmcote Station - 3 min walk
  • Coventry (CVT) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • Morrisons Stratford Upon Avon Cafe - 7 min drive
  • Costa Coffee - 6 min drive
  • Domino's Pizza - 6 min drive
  • The One Elm - 6 min drive
  • Bell - 7 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Abby W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time!!
Alan and Liz are awesome! This property is just what you want if you are looking for somewhere to stay while away and looking to relax! The grounds are amazing. We enjoyed watching the barges go by on the canal, the swans up on the grounds, the rabbits out everyday and we cant forget Berty the dog! He greeted us most days when we got back from wherever we were that day and we loved seeing him around as it helped us with having our dogs back in Canada while we were away! We had texted Alan to see if we could arrive a little earlier as we got through the airport way faster than we expected and we were exhausted. He was more than accommodating! He was available anytime if needed during the stay and answered any questions right away. There is everything you need at this property to enjoy your stay! Close to shops to get groceries and close to Stratford for a nice day out! Alan and Liz have done a great job listing recommendations for food and places to go in their guest book as well as providing instructions for all the kitchen appliances etc. We greatly enjoyed our stay and would have no hesitations staying here again! Thank you both for an awesome 3 weeks! :)
Stayed 17 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan H., Vancouver Island, BC, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stellar Riverside Cottage
Wilmcote is a small village just five minutes from Stratford upon Avon. The Stables is a beautifully renovated cottage on the banks of the river. It was the perfect spot from which to explore the area. We were fascinated by the narrow boats on the river and has endless entertainment watching them negotiate the numerous locks. Thanks Liz and Alan, your property far exceeded our expectations.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding facilities and surroundings
Delightful cottage, comfortable, well equipped and thoroughly relaxing. Warm welcome from Liz and Alan and from Bertie the dog. Ideal spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lyndon T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and relaxation
The cottage is one of the nicest we have stayed in. It is well looked after and we cannot recommend it enough. The location is perfect with abundant wild life in the garden and swans on the canal.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Iain F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous accommodation and setting.
We had a fabulous 5 night stay at Canalside Cottage. The accommodation was hard to fault and worthy of a five star rating. The smallest of niggles were pillows that we found quite hard and a TV that lacked smart functionality. The weather was poor, so we found ourselves wanting to watch Netflix or Prime in the evenings which wasn’t available. These were very minor niggles and didn’t detract from what was fabulous accommodation made even more special with regular visits from the owners wonderful dog Bertie. It made our daughter’s week along with the wonderful array of wildlife present in the grounds. We would happily book again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Alan and Liz Griffith

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A retired couple who have enjoyed living at The Wharf, Wilmcote for 15 years.

Why they chose this property

We moved into this property due to its quiet location and its close proximity to Stratford upon Avon and easy access to good transport links. In addition, the property is located adjacent to the Stratford Canal and surrounded by fields on 3 sides making this a relaxing environment.
The property is situated in 4.8 acres. and is surrounded by many mature trees.

Languages:

English

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