Experience the charm of Bard’s Nest Scholars Cottage, nestled in the heart of Stratford upon Avon. This beautifully refurbished 2-bedroom cottage offers a tranquil garden to unwind, a fully equipped kitchen for culinary delights and two modern bathrooms with walk-in showers. You'll also appreciate free on-street parking for one car and speedy WiFi.
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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 474 sq m
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Parking available
Pet-friendly
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Barbecue grill
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About this property
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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.
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
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 25 kg per pet)
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
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
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
About the area
Stratford-upon-Avon, England
What's nearby
Shakespeare's Birthplace - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Royal Shakespeare Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Stratford-upon-Avon College - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Stratford Racecourse - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
Anne Hathaway's Cottage - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
Getting around
Stratford-Upon-Avon Station - 10 min walk
Coventry (CVT) - 32 min drive
Restaurants
The Garrick Inn - 3 min walk
All Bar One - 4 min walk
The Golden Bee - 4 min walk
The Vintner - 3 min walk
Rose & Crown - 4 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Bard's Nest Scholars Cottage, town centre, 2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms, 5 mins RSC pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.
What time is check-in at Bard's Nest Scholars Cottage, town centre, 2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms, 5 mins RSC ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Bard's Nest Scholars Cottage, town centre, 2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms, 5 mins RSC ?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Bard's Nest Scholars Cottage, town centre, 2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms, 5 mins RSC located?
Located in the heart of Stratford-upon-Avon, this family-friendly cottage is steps away from Shakespeare’s Schoolroom & Guildhall, Nash's House and New Place. Mason Croft and The Old Bank are just steps away. Stratford-Upon-Avon Station is 10 minutes by foot.
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