Home-Straight

4.9★

3 Guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

38 Customer Review(s)

Brian
October 2024

“A well maintained and well presented property in a quiet street just 15 minutes walk from the attractions and restaurants of Stratford.”

I is perfect for 2 guests and has good quality and comfortable furnishings. Would certainly use again should we return to Startford.

I is perfect for 2 guests and has good quality and comfortable furnishings. Would certainly use again should we return to Startford.

- Brian, October 2024
Lindsey October 2024

“This is by far the cleanest property we have ever stayed in.”

There was a lovely welcome pack on arrival. The owner’s communications about the house and the surrounding area was all very helpful. All in all a very comfortable stay and would thoroughly recommend.

- Lindsey, October 2024
Maria September 2024

“We enjoyed our stay very much.”

The hosts are kind, thoughtful and professional. The accomodation is comfortable, clean, and in a good location. Parking was easy. The neighbourhood was quiet and safe. We met David who is a kind and charming gentleman. We would highly recommend this property.

- Maria, September 2024
Joanne September 2024

“Well equipped.”

Spotless lovely Ideal location to walk into Stratford upon Avon. Welcome pack thoughtful and really appreciated. Videos and communication with host could not fault went out of their way to suggest places of interest.

- Joanne, September 2024
Tony September 2024

“We found this property to be exactly as advertised, it had everything we needed and was in a quiet area.”

We did manage to spend some time in the garden on our first day and enjoyed the sun in the swing seat for a brief period, the weather didn't really permit this later in our stay. David our host, was always contactable and provided an introduction email prior to our arrival which we found useful. He also provided some suggestions on places to visit and other helpful information about the town. Although not our first visit to the area, it was our first time at Home Straight but we would 100% stay there again.

- Tony, September 2024
Irene M September 2024

“Good as ever, loved the range of herbs and spices in the kitchen and garden.”

We found no problem in parking our large people carrier provided the passenger alights first and you park the pavement end. Our third visit and won't be the last.

- Irene M, September 2024
Catherine August 2024

“A lovely stay.”

The property is very well equipped in all areas and beautifully clean.The small freezer was a bonus. The host contacted us to make sure all was well which was appreciated. Nice to have a parking space and a 20 min walk along the road or river into Stratford so very convenient and Stratford is a beautiful town as well as being a good base to explore the surrounding countryside.

- Catherine, August 2024
Bobbie August 2024

“Lovely welcome pack.”

We had everything we needed and more! Nice, quiet area with easy access to Stratford town centre. Beautiful garden. Extremely attentive host, only an email away. Loved his really useful videos on how things worked. May want to consider having a grab handle or handrail to make get in and out of the bath a little bit easier.

- Bobbie, August 2024
Malcolm July 2024

“The house was perfect.”

Super clean with all the facilities we needed.

- Malcolm, July 2024
Susan July 2024

“A lovely comfortable property.”

Very convenient for town and local walks for which a super book was provided - we did more than half the walks described. The garden was also lovely to sit and eat in. Thank you. Only drawback was the parking which was shared and rather too narrow for our car. We did park on the road however.

- Susan, July 2024
Mandy June 2024

“My son and I stayed at this cottage this week and we had an amazing time !”

The owner was ever so helpful and his tips enabled us to really explore Stratford upon Avon fully ! I’d love to stay at the property again and my son really loved the swing seat ( that was a fabulous bonus !) Thank you for help ping us have a memorable holiday in Stratford on Avon

- Mandy, June 2024
David June 2024

“A lovely property, fully equipped with everything you could need.”

The host, David, sent us short videos just before arrival on how to use the heating etc. and guided tours of each room of the house. He also left us fantastic welcome gifts, so thoughtful. The garden is beautifully designed, and a great place to sit for breakfast or a cup of tea. Plenty of space for parking on the road outside (small cars can fit in the designated space next to the property). Such a clean and homely property. Would definitely book again. Thanks David!

- David, June 2024
Margaret June 2024

“We enjoyed a super holiday at Home Straight.”

The house was extremely comfortable and the rear garden was delightful to relax in after a full day out visiting gardens and places of interest. The house is in a lovely quiet area with plenty of on street parking. David, the owner was most courteous and attentive, over and above what I would have expected. I would thoroughly recommend a holiday at this property .

- Margaret, June 2024
Peter May 2024

“The property is in an excellent location, close enough to walk into the Town Centre (there is a pleasant countryside/riverside walk into the town), but still in a quite location with easy roadside parking.”

The house is clean and well maintained and the owner is very friendly and helpful, introducing himself shortly after we arrived to see if there was any help we needed. He also provided milk, and chocolates and prosecco as a welcome gift, and gave information about local attractions.

- Peter, May 2024
Philip May 2024

“The property was exceptionally clean and the owner was very accommodating and informative.”

Definitely recommend this property. Location good ,parking easy,quite location. Very good all in all......

- Philip, May 2024

Thank you very much for taking the time to post your appraisal of Home Straight. I'm very pleased to know that you enjoyed the house and its location and I hope that you'll come back to Stratford soon. Property Owner
John May 2024

“Had a great stay.”

House immaculately clean, and fantastically well-equipped, with lovely garden. The owner couldn't have been more helpful. We really appreciated the welcome gift of chocolates and wine! All in all, highly recommended.

- John, May 2024

Thank you very much for your comments. I'm very happy to know that you enjoyed your stay and particularly pleased to know that you liked the garden. Thank you for also for recommending Home Straight. I hope that you'll come this way again. Property Owner
Dave May 2024

“The property was extremely clean, well appointed with all home comforts.”

Very convenient for Stratford town centre and all its attractions. Would thoroughly recommend Home Straight.

- Dave, May 2024

Thank you for your review of your stay at Home Straight. I'm very pleased that you enjoyed your time here and I hope that you'll come back again soon. It was very good to have met you both. Property Owner
Rob April 2024

“The parking is shared with the neighbours, and only suitable for small cars.”

- Rob, April 2024

Thank you for taking the time to post a review. I’m sorry that you had some issues with parking. There is plenty of unrestricted parking on-street and two dedicated spaces adjacent to the house. These are not shared with the neighbours but are small and not really suitable for large vehicles. You are the first guest to point this out and it’s helpful feedback. I will make some alteration to the property description. Property Owner
Irene M April 2024

“Our second visit and it won't be the last.”

One of the delights of this property is the garden. Both Stratford and Shottery are easy to walk to. Lots to do in Stratford and the surrounding area, especially if you are members of the National Trust. Irene Mary

- Irene M, April 2024

Thank you for your feedback and for your second visit. It was very good to see you both again. Im pleased that you enjoyed your time here. Property Owner
Harry April 2024

“Cosy, extremely clean property.”

Well equipped and in a quiet area within easy walking distance of Stratford-upon-Avon and Anne Hathaways cottage. Bus route at end of the road.Nice welcome pack. It was good to meet our host. David was friendly, informative and nothing too much trouble. Would highly recommend this property

- Harry, April 2024

Thank you for your comments. I'm very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Home Straight. It was very good to have met you both and I hope that you'll come this way again in the future. With kind regards. David. Property Owner
Helen March 2024

“Fabulous, cosy and well equipped cottage.”

David the owner gave us lots of useful suggestions for things to do in the area. We walked along the river into town, visited the RSC theatre, went to several nearby NT properties and did a lovely drive into the Cotswolds. Would thoroughly recommend.

- Helen, March 2024

Thank you Helen for taking the time to post your comments. I'm very pleased to know that you enjoyed the area and the house and I hope that you'll be back again. With kind regards. David Property Owner
Gerry March 2024

“A beautifully presented holiday home and garden in a calm environment yet within walking distance of the historic town of Stratford upon Avon and all it has to offer.”

You should want for nothing but if you do then David, the property owner, is only a message away. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Home Straight and look forward to a return visit.

- Gerry, March 2024

Thank you for posting your review about your stay in Stratford. I'm pleased to hear that you enjoyed the area and your stay at the house. I hope you'll come back this way again. Kind regards. David Property Owner
Julie December 2023

“'Home Straight' is very conveniently located for a traffic free walk into Stratford and for accessing the Greenway.”

And the effort made by our host to give us a comfortable and enjoyable stay was greatly appreciated. We would be more than happy to make a return visit.

- Julie, December 2023
Steven November 2023

“Ideally located within easy reach of Stratford town centre via a choice of walking routes.”

The accommodation was spotlessly clean on arrival and lived up to our expectations. Communication from David was excellent and would definitely book again.

- Steven, November 2023
Karen October 2023

“We were delighted with our recent stay at Home Straight.”

A perfect little property, ideal for two, well equipped, spotlessly clean and in a great location for exploring Stratford and the local area. Lovely welcome treats of wine, tea, coffee and biscuits were also gratefully received. We will most certainly book again.

- Karen, October 2023
Sunil October 2023

“We had a lovely stay.”

The property and garden is beautiful and well maintained :-) The location is ideal - walking distance along the river to the town and all the Shakespeare attractions including the Holy Trinity church. David is a real gentleman - always quick to respond to any queries. Thank-you David for our lovely stay :-)

- Sunil, October 2023
David September 2023

“David the property owner could not have been more helpful, prior to our holiday he emailed short videos of the house.”

We had never stayed in such a clean comfortable holiday home.

- David, September 2023
Irene M September 2023

“Excellent, would recommend to others.”

A very peaceful location and owner David showed us a great no-road walk into Stratford taking in the church and river. Lovely garden, very well maintained. Hope to return. There is a small freezer which is not mentioned in the description.

- Irene M, September 2023
Amanda August 2023

“This is a great base for exploring the local area.”

We managed the Shakespeare visitor attractions in Stratford upon Avon and a national trust property and an evening at the RSC Well equipped for our short stay Communication with owner David was spot on

- Amanda, August 2023
Matthew August 2023

“Thank you for a wonderful stay at Home Straight!”

A very clean and cosy house with a well equipped kitchen. Our toddler loved playing in the beautiful garden. Our host was very helpful, the welcome videos about the property were really useful and the welcome biscuits and fizz were very well received. A great location for exploring Stratford upon Avon, was a short walk into the town and the books, guides and leaflets left in the house were really helpful for us to plan our week. We would definitely recommend this property and very likely to return too!

- Matthew, August 2023
Claire July 2023

“Would recommend this property, very clean and cosy.”

It was just the two of us staying. The bed was very comfortable, the kitchen was functional, large smart tv worked well, the back garden area is lovely. We liked the attention to detail including welcome biscuits and wine, which was appreciated! The house was in a very quiet area.Its 20 mins walk to the decent pubs and most local attractions. Good communication with the owner from the beginning to end of the booking process.

- Claire, July 2023
Vernon July 2023

“Absolutely fantastic the owner is brilliant and tryed his hardest for us to enjoy our holiday”

- Vernon, July 2023
Amanda June 2023

“Stayed at Home Straight for 1 week with 3 adults and a 6 month baby.”

House is impeccably clean and comfortable. Well situated for walk into Stratford upon Avon and the races. Beautiful garden with swing seat. Welcome bottle of Prosecco, tea ,coffee and biscuits was a nice touch. Would definitely recommend.

- Amanda, June 2023
Michael June 2023

“Highly recommended.”

I had a most enjoyable week at Home Straight. The house was immaculate and very well equipped. It is well situated, in a quiet part, but was an easy walk into Stratford, which I did a number of times. Very handy to not to have to take the car. Obviously there is much to be seen in Stratford. It was a pleasure to meet David, who was a most helpful host.

- Michael, June 2023
Ian June 2023

“Booked a weeks stay at Home Straight from the 2nd of June 2023 to the 9th, we had some business to see to in Lapworth and this was just a 30 minute drive away, so it was very convenient for us.”

The house was absolutely lovely, a very quiet location, but a few minutes drive into the centre of Stratford, to walk maybe 10 to 15 minutes, the decor was light and airy, with a nice modern kitchen, which is well equipped, the garden is very pretty and landscaped beautifully, with garden furniture, to sit out in and enjoy the birds tweeting around you, upstairs there is a nice bathroom with fabulous towels provided, a good sized single bedroom, and a beautiful master bedroom which is a great size, lovely and bright, and a most comfortable King size bed, the bed linen, and pillows are very luxurious, it was very hard to get out of it of a morning as you would feel so comfortable. The property owner was most helpful, and was happy to provide recommendations on various places if required, you only had to text him or give a call, as it happened we only got to meet him on the morning of our departure, and what a lovely guy he is, hopefully we will be returning in the future as it is a beautiful part of the country and we really did enjoy our stay there, and wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to anyone. Thanks David.

- Ian, June 2023
Judith May 2023

“Who hasn’t booked a weekend stay in a cutesy looking, olde worlde, cottage only to find it drafty, cold and with tired decor and linen?”

No such issues at Home Straight! A modern, bright and super clean base for exploring Stratford and the surrounding countryside. The bed was the comfiest we’ve ever experienced. Exquisite bed linen and fluffy, generous sized, towels included. A lovely secluded garden space with table and chairs, a perfect spot for morning coffee. Stratford is a delightful town with plenty of independent shops and eateries and a real sense of history. Plus, of course, the theatres and birthplace associated with Shakespeare. We throughly enjoyed our stay in this quiet area of Stratford.

- Judith, May 2023
Clare May 2023

“We enjoyed our stay at Home Straight.”

The house is welcoming, clean and comfortable, with everything we needed. The small and pretty back garden is well laid out and was like having another room. We enjoyed eating alfresco with a glass or three of wine on one our evenings. The only tiny criticism is that the carpets are a little tired in places (mostly on the stairs), but apart from that the house was near perfect for the two of us and this wouldn’t put us off coming back. We enjoyed walking by the river and mooching around the shops in Stratford, which we really enjoyed and on one of the days we drove up to the stunningly beautiful Kiftsgate and Hidcote Manor Gardens (National Trust) (about 20 - 25 minutes away). We also had a quick look at Chipping Campden (really lovely!), which is very close to the gardens. There’s a lot to explore in this area and we’ll certainly be coming back later in the year to do more and we’ll definitely be returning to Home Straight. Thank you all!

- Clare, May 2023

Thank you Clare. I'm very pleased that you enjoyed your time at the house and in the area. Thank you for taking the time to post a review. We hope to see you again soon. - You mentioned the carpets and I'm pleased to let you know that Home Straight is being fully re-carpeted this coming week :) Property Owner
Laura April 2023

“We loved this place.”

The property (Home-Straight) and the location. We don’t normally book modern properties, but we will certainly do it again because this house worked really well for us. It’s well equipped, very clean, cosy, comfortable and quiet. The small garden is lovely and private, although we didn’t have much time to enjoy it because we were busy (so lounging on the garden swing-seat with a good book and a good glass will have to wait until our next visit I guess!). We’d booked Home-Straight because we wanted to see Stratford AND we wanted to spend a little time in the Cotswolds (lovely Mickleton is an easy 15-minute drive, Hidcote garden 20 mins). It was a good decision. This house is perfectly situated for both. We packed a lot in, we did one of the theatres (yes, there is more than one!), Shakespeare houses, Anne Hathaway’s Cottage, Holy Trinity Church and a couple of (really good!) eateries (we LOVED Lambs in the town centre). We like walking and the house is only 5 mins. from the Greenway, which is right by the river (we really enjoyed Bobby’s café and the amazing cakes). We wished we’d brought our bikes (next time perhaps!). When we return (and we will return!) we’ll spend more time, because there’s a lot more here than we’d realised. Next time we’ll spend longer and go in the other direction and maybe even a day at Stratford races (Home-Straight is very close to the racecourse). Perfect weekend in a perfect location in a perfect little house. Thank you and see you again later in the summer. Laura… xx

- Laura, April 2023

Thank you Laura. I'm very pleased that you enjoyed your time at the house and in the area. Thank you for taking the time to post a review. We hope to see you again soon. Property Owner

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Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x single
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, and WC
Kitchen/diner
Sitting room
Gas central heating
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, mini freezer, washing machine, iron and ironing board, clothes airer
Smart TV, WiFi, selection of books and board games provided
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
One, dedicated, off-street, narrow, parking bay is available, which is not suitable for large cars or vehicles
Unrestricted on-street parking is also available nearby
Front gravelled garden, enclosed rear garden with patio, decking furniture, and swing chair
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.4 miles, River Avon 1.2 miles

The property

In the beautiful historic Warwickshire town of Stratford-upon Avon is Home-Straight: a lovely, two-bedroom modern and cosy home situated close to Stratford Racecourse.

Home-Straight offers the best of town and country, located only a short distance from the hub of amenities whilst also being well positioned for easy driving access to the superb Warwickshire and Oxfordshire Cotswolds.

Home-Straight offers a homely base for a self-catered stay, complete with an enclosed sunny garden and a well-equipped kitchen/diner.

Park up at the side of the property, before heading through the pretty front garden and into your new abode.

Be welcomed into the inviting sitting room, where you can relax after a day of adventure with a good book in hand, a board-game, or the Smart TV for entertainment.

Continue into the kitchen/diner which is fully equipped with a gas hob, electric oven, microwave, and a washing machine, along with dining for four guests; enjoy mealtimes indoors, or if the weather allows, take advantage of your enclosed, private garden, featuring a bistro set, blooming planters and a relaxing swing seat.

Home-Straight is well located for motorists, walkers and cyclists alike: being only a short distance from the picturesque town centre, the river, Stratford Racecourse, the Greenway, the National Cycle Network and Anne Hathaway’s Cottage.

You can stock up on the essentials at the local Simply Fresh convenience store or dine out in the heart of Stratford’s many first-class pubs, cafes and restaurants.

Within the town you'll also find the immersive Stratford Butterfly Farm, The MAD Museum, Shakespeare's Birthplace, The Royal Shakespeare Theatre and many other places of entertainment, all brimming with beauty and history. Head for the Royal elegance of Leamington Spa for a spot of shopping or simply relax in Jephson Gardens, or pop over to neighbouring Warwick, where you can tour the Castle and its Dungeons, or, if you'd prefer, attend a race day at the Warwick Racecourse.

Round off your break by travelling through the gorgeous Cotswolds villages, where you can hike along the Cotswold Way or amble through the picture-postcard-pretty cobbled and honey-coloured streets, or discover the multitude of charming cafes, churches, museums, zoos, before returning home in time for supper …Experience all of this, and much more, at Home-Straight

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

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About the location

STRATFORD-UPON-AVON

Warwick 9 miles; Royal Leamington Spa 12 miles.

Stratford-upon-Avon is steeped in history and culture and is set in the beautiful Warwickshire countryside, on the banks of the River Avon. The birthplace of William Shakespeare, Stratford is a popular tourist destination, featuring the world renowned Royal Shakespeare Company. Experience Olde England by visiting Shakespeare’s birthplace and other houses connected to his family. Open all year round, these fascinating buildings boast 16th century furnishings and beautiful grounds and gardens, allowing you to get a feel for Tudor life. The magnificent River Avon is bordered by landscaped parks and offers an array of activities including cruises, rowing and motorboat rides. Alternatively, visit the local National Trust properties, before sampling Stratford’s excellent restaurants and bars. Within easy reach of Warwick and the Cotswold villages of Stow-on-the-Wold and Moreton-in-Marsh, this is a perfect holiday destination all year round.

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Reviews & Ratings

“A well maintained and well presented property in a quiet street just 15 minutes walk from the attractions and restaurants of Stratford.”

“This is by far the cleanest property we have ever stayed in.”

“We enjoyed our stay very much.”

“Well equipped.”

“We found this property to be exactly as advertised, it had everything we needed and was in a quiet area.”

“Good as ever, loved the range of herbs and spices in the kitchen and garden.”

“A lovely stay.”

“Lovely welcome pack.”

“The house was perfect.”

“A lovely comfortable property.”

“My son and I stayed at this cottage this week and we had an amazing time !”

“A lovely property, fully equipped with everything you could need.”

“We enjoyed a super holiday at Home Straight.”

“The property is in an excellent location, close enough to walk into the Town Centre (there is a pleasant countryside/riverside walk into the town), but still in a quite location with easy roadside parking.”

“The property was exceptionally clean and the owner was very accommodating and informative.”

“Had a great stay.”

“The property was extremely clean, well appointed with all home comforts.”

“The parking is shared with the neighbours, and only suitable for small cars.”

“Our second visit and it won't be the last.”

“Cosy, extremely clean property.”

“Fabulous, cosy and well equipped cottage.”

“A beautifully presented holiday home and garden in a calm environment yet within walking distance of the historic town of Stratford upon Avon and all it has to offer.”

“'Home Straight' is very conveniently located for a traffic free walk into Stratford and for accessing the Greenway.”

“Ideally located within easy reach of Stratford town centre via a choice of walking routes.”

“We were delighted with our recent stay at Home Straight.”

“We had a lovely stay.”

“David the property owner could not have been more helpful, prior to our holiday he emailed short videos of the house.”

“Excellent, would recommend to others.”

“This is a great base for exploring the local area.”

“Thank you for a wonderful stay at Home Straight!”

“Would recommend this property, very clean and cosy.”

“Absolutely fantastic the owner is brilliant and tryed his hardest for us to enjoy our holiday”

“Stayed at Home Straight for 1 week with 3 adults and a 6 month baby.”

“Highly recommended.”

“Booked a weeks stay at Home Straight from the 2nd of June 2023 to the 9th, we had some business to see to in Lapworth and this was just a 30 minute drive away, so it was very convenient for us.”

“Who hasn’t booked a weekend stay in a cutesy looking, olde worlde, cottage only to find it drafty, cold and with tired decor and linen?”

“We enjoyed our stay at Home Straight.”

“We loved this place.”

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About the location

STRATFORD-UPON-AVON