Highcroft

4.7★

10 Guests
5 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

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* Based on a combined average customer score

120 Customer Review(s)

Eirian
October 2024

“This is a super property, we all really enjoyed our stay.”

A welcome plate of scones waz just what was required after a long drive, thank you. The well equipped kitchen was a great place for us to gather together to eat and chat on our annual reunion. We particularly loved the aga, it made cooking so easy. The garden was beautiful, and we were blessed with warm weather and able to sit out. The lounge area had plenty of seating so we were all accommodated comfortably. The only thing I would say was that finding it wasn’t that easy and we all missed ...

A welcome plate of scones waz just what was required after a long drive, thank you. The well equipped kitchen was a great place for us to gather together to eat and chat on our annual reunion. We particularly loved the aga, it made cooking so easy. The garden was beautiful, and we were blessed with warm weather and able to sit out. The lounge area had plenty of seating so we were all accommodated comfortably. The only thing I would say was that finding it wasn’t that easy and we all missed the entrance! Perhaps a lit sign for thoss arriving in the dark? Just a thought. We would certainly recommend this lovely property and hope to return at some stage. Many thanks

- Eirian, October 2024
Kathryn Patricia September 2024

“Fabulous house in a central location.”

We enjoyed our stay at Highcroft very much. It has a homely feel, and is well equipped. We loved eating in the warm farmhouse kitchen and when we returned in the evening we sat in the comfortable lounge. There is plenty of space to spread out, a nice selection of bedrooms to choose from including one downstairs with ensuite which was great for our friend with mobility issues. It is quirky in as much as if you have certain rooms upstairs you had to go through other bedrooms to access downstairs, however we are close friends and didn't find it a problem. Had the weather been kinder we would have loved to sit in the garden. The owner, Sue was very kind and helpful when we had car issues and when we arrived called round with homemade scones, still warm from the oven. We all agreed is was a great place for a weekend get together and would return to Highcroft.

- Kathryn Patricia, September 2024
Susan September 2024

“We had a lovely time with space enough for everyone.”

The owner was very nice and helpful. While the house was large it always felt cozy.

- Susan, September 2024
Paula August 2024

“A lovely property in a beautiful setting.”

We visited with my 2 teenagers and my elderly parents. My teenagers actually spent lots of time outside in the tree swings, tennis court and garden which was lovely. The house was comfortable and had everything we needed for a peaceful break. The local town was an absolute delight. Highly recommend.

- Paula, August 2024
Peter August 2024

“Excellent property in an almost ideal location.”

Noise from adjacent road could be annoying but only at peak travel times.

- Peter, August 2024
Christine Irene July 2024

“10 of us gathered for a family weekend and we had a pleasant and relaxing time.”

It was easy to visit Stratford Upon Avon, only 2 miles away and Warwick Castle, about 35 minutes' drive away. Young and old found plenty to see and do!

- Christine Irene, July 2024
Renate June 2024

“We enjoyed the space and location that Highcroft offered us.”

It was amazingly close to so many amenities, we didn’t have enough days to experience it all! We sampled three of the restaurants which were extremely good and only minutes away by car. Our hosts were also very welcoming, with freshly baked scones on our arrival, and there to help should we need it. We all thoroughly enjoyed our time at Highcroft!

- Renate, June 2024
David June 2024

“The property is in a beautiful location and we loved the amount of space both inside and out.”

It is homely and well equipped, with things on offer to engage the whole family, the younger ones and the older. The grounds are wonderful with plenty of outdoor furniture and swings in the trees which were well used! On arrival we were greeted by Sue bringing us some lovely scones. We were made to feel very welcome.

- David, June 2024
Maureen May 2024

“Loved the house and gardens and made full use of the tennis court.”

Friendly, helpful and felt very welcomed.

- Maureen, May 2024
Jackie May 2024

“We absolutely loved our weekend at Highcroft cottage.”

It was a beautiful home full of character. The gardens were gorgeous and the sun was shining. Location was perfect albeit traffic busy and noisy but that didn’t spoil it at all.

- Jackie, May 2024
Linda April 2024

“Wonderful place to stay.”

The ambience of the house was welcoming and comfortable...we felt at home immediately. Thank you for allowing us to share your space.

- Linda, April 2024
Linda April 2024

“A great place for a family reunion.”

- Linda, April 2024
Wayne April 2024

“All was great, one minor point is that the house could do with another fridge.”

- Wayne, April 2024
Andrea March 2024

“Beautiful holiday home -cared for by lovely people.”

The only thing I would do is remove the rugs in the kitchen I kept tripping over them! But I suppose that could be me although I don’t think rugs in a kitchen are a good idea. Beautiful house and garden - we were made very welcome.

- Andrea, March 2024
Janet March 2024

“We had a wonderful multi generational stay at Highcroft.”

The kitchen was really well equipped. The children loved the trampoline

- Janet, March 2024
Andrew November 2023

“A lovely, cosy base for a winter weekend get together.”

The house feels like someone’s home, with lots of pictures on the walls and well resourced kitchen cabinets. The AGA and large kitchen table boosted the convivial mood. With a great location, room for parking, and Stratford just down the road it was all we needed.

- Andrew, November 2023
Frank October 2023

“We had a lovely weekend at Highcroft.”

There was enough room for all of us - 6 adults and 2 children. The large kitchen area is especially pleasant and warm in October with the Aga running. Please note that if all bedrooms are in use then the occupants of 2 of the upstairs bedrooms can't get to the kitchen without going through another bedroom. This is OK if everyone is a family member but may not be if a group of friends have got together, for instance.

- Frank, October 2023
Charlotte September 2023

“Lovely family holiday home, great location easy access to visit other places around.”

Would highly recommend

- Charlotte, September 2023
Vicki August 2023

“Thank you for a lovely stay!”

The house was just want we needed and took care of us for the week. Excellent location and the outdoor space to let everyone run around no issues as well !

- Vicki, August 2023
Wendi July 2023

“The house was lovely, a great setting and location-the nearness of the main road is unfortunate.”

All equipment provided and plenty of extras, scones and jam a welcome treat! Swing in the garden was used daily and the owner kindly repaired a second swing later in the week, Very much appreciated by granddaughter Wld life in abundance we saw: badgers, deer, rabbits, stoat and had the please of watching newly hatched blackbirds nesting outside the kitchen door. Lovely place to rest and recuperate.

- Wendi, July 2023
Nick July 2023

“Super house for 9 of us, 6 adults, 3 children and a dog.”

Not overly big and not too cramped, a Goldilocks house really! It was a family get together for our 50th wedding anniversary and it was just what we hoped for.

- Nick, July 2023
Bev June 2023

“Lovely property which is in easy reach of Stratford.”

The owners are very friendly but not at all intrusive. The only downside is the traffic noise when sitting in the garden but this does subside overnight.

- Bev, June 2023
Nicola June 2023

“Such a beautiful property, extremely clean and well kept.”

We're definitely going back

- Nicola, June 2023
Angela June 2023

“This is a lovely house; clean, comfortable and extremely well stocked with all you need.”

The kitchen has everything you need to prepare and cook meals with a wide range of pans, dishes & baking trays. Beautiful garden with plenty of seating & a very comfortable lounge to relax in. The owner was very friendly and helpful with advice on places to visit locally. The house is in a lovely location with easy access to Stratford-Upon-Avon and some lovely walking across footpaths directly from the grounds. You just need to be a little bit careful when getting out of the drive way as the traffic is quite fast moving; this did also mean there was traffic noise when sitting in the garden. The only downside for us is that one of the bedrooms has to be used as a walk though for access to the other bedrooms so the house is really only suitable for 8 (or maybe 9). We had 5 adult couples staying for one night so the downstairs bedroom had to be used for access to the ground floor. It was fine for the other nights when there were only 8 of us as we could use the room upstairs for access. If the single room is just needed as a single bed, maybe for a child, this can used for access. In this case the downstairs bedroom can be used almost as an on-suite room with the shower-room right next door. I don't think we completely understood the house layout from the description; although reading it again now we've stayed in the house the information is there, just perhaps not as clear as it could be.

- Angela, June 2023
Chris May 2023

“A very comfortable and well equipped cottage.”

The AGA was great (electric hob/oven also in kitchen) as was the large garden, tennis court and comfortable sitting room. Read the description carefully as the small bedroom and downstairs twin bedroom act as access to other bedrooms/bathrooms/staircases meaning two of the upstairs bedrooms and the main bathroom can only be accessed through another bedroom, something that meant lots of tiptoeing about in the evenings.

- Chris, May 2023
Kristie May 2023

“Lovely holiday home from home.”

Owners lovely and hand to help. Very enjoyable stay.

- Kristie, May 2023
Neale April 2023

“Lovely property, very spacious and well kept and there where even freshly baked scones on our arrival.”

Highly recommended.

- Neale, April 2023
Alice March 2023

“Thank you for a wonderful stay and the delicious scones.”

The house is brilliant and the kids really enjoyed the garden, particularly the trampoline and slide!

- Alice, March 2023
Kate March 2023

“We had a wonderful stay at Highcroft, and the owners couldn’t have been more friendly or helpful when we saw them.”

We played tennis, went on walks and really appreciated how well equipped the kitchen was.

- Kate, March 2023
Janette February 2023

“The accommodation was fine and well equipped plus a good location for Warwick Castel However the water flow from the shower in the master bedroom was very poor due to the shower rose being blocked with lime - it needs cleaning.”

Also the radiator in the Bath room never got hot despite the trv set at max - it needs venting !

- Janette, February 2023

Thank you for your feedback and for bringing this to our attention. We have taken your comments on board. We wish to confirm that the shower head has been replaced and the radiator has been sorted. Property Owner
E A February 2023

“Welcoming. We had good weather and it was a very pleasant situation.”

The accommodation suited our party and we loved the paintings. Plenty of comfortable chairs and good quantity of kitchen equipment. The children enjoyed the garden. We used the Aga mostly and lit the fire. Some maintenance problems especially the creaky bathroom door upstairs and dining table chairs. Overall very good Some excellent restaurants particularly RSC tower and The Bell Welford.

- E A, February 2023
Pauline January 2023

“We had a wonderful stay.”

It's a very relaxing, spacious and comfortable home. The scones and coal were lovely additional touches. Thank you very much, we may be back.

- Pauline, January 2023
Clare December 2022

“Great cottage loved the homemade scones, home from home, would highly recommend, we will definitely be back.”

- Clare, December 2022
Joanna December 2022

“I was really impressed with this comfortable and warm house.”

It was an ideal base for a family get together. We enjoyed using the tennis court and appreciated the pile of rackets and balls that we could use. Thank you for letting us stay later on Sunday which meant that we could enjoy another walk and lunch in the house before our journeys home.

- Joanna, December 2022
Jean October 2022

“This is a lovely house with excellent facilities.”

Nice and warm with a large garden. The kitchen was very well equipped and even had an Aga. The owners were friendly and welcoming. We have no hesitation in recommending this property.

- Jean, October 2022
Sheila October 2022

“We had a wonderful week at Highcroft.”

Everything we could possibly need was provided by the host. The garden was great and fenced all round. My dog enjoyed pottering around the garden and we sat out in the sun on most days on the garden chairs and cushions provided. The Aga was great as was the open fire in the lounge. The house is close to a main road and the passing traffic was quite loud during the day but did not disturb us during the night. Loved the atmosphere in the house and it felt like home. Would definitively book another week.

- Sheila, October 2022
Wendy October 2022

“We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Highcroft.”

The property was well equipped and comfortable for the 8 of us. There is lots of places to visit in the area including Warwick Castle and various National Trust houses and gardens. And of course Stratford itself with all it has to offer. We enjoyed the hop on hop off bus, Shakespeare houses and the comfy Everyman cinema. We enjoyed cooking on the Aga - not something any of us had used before. We would definitely be happy to stay here again in the future.

- Wendy, October 2022
Janet September 2022

“Well equipped properly, spacious , large garden.”

Loved the aga in the kitchen and drying dolly. Some toys for young children and games for all. Close to Stratford and Cotswolds so good position. Lots of nearby places to eat. We had a lovely holiday .

- Janet, September 2022
Derek August 2022

“Excellent break highly recommend facilities especially tennis court but also outside space maybe different benches in kitchen updated but being picky.”

Facilities for families excellent especially kids but we celebrated our 50th wedding anniversary with our close family and had wonderful time and memories

- Derek, August 2022
Sharon August 2022

“Lovely character cottage which was very spacious.”

Garden was perfect for children and dogs, and there was plenty of garden furniture for all. Some areas in the kitchen needed a deep clean and the bbq didn't work! There was a faulty valve when linking the gas canister. This could potentially be a risk to all. We were disappointed that this facility was not available, as I specifically asked the owner, who confirmed a bbq was available for us to use. Peter was very helpful.

- Sharon, August 2022
Philip July 2022

“Was obviously a very nice property inside and out but clearly lacks from updating and investment over the years.”

Looking very tired and old fashioned now. Attention to detail like graffiti on one on the bedroom walls off putting as well as a lack of privacy due to no internal door locks.

- Philip, July 2022
Julie July 2022

“Overall we had a good stay at this property and would recommend it, particularly for families.”

It is an attractive house and is well maintained with nice furnishings and equipment. As others have mentioned in their reviews, the layout is unusual due to it being two former cottages converted into one house. If you’re staying here with family members this wouldn’t be a problem, but we were staying with friends and people we didn’t know that well, so it was slightly awkward when having to walk through other people’s bedrooms to get to the bathrooms or the staircase. It would be helpful to have a floor plan of the property on the website to help with planning where our guests were going to sleep. The kitchen is the heart of the home and well equipped for self catering, and it leads into the large garden where there is an outside table and chairs. The back garden is perfect for children and dogs because it is safe and enclosed. This is also a good house for older children and teenagers as there is a tennis court in the front garden. The one drawback is that the house and garden are very close to a busy A road. The noise from the traffic does disturb you during the day and at night and is something you’re aware of all the time. Otherwise the house is in a good location, only five minutes drive from Stratford upon Avon with supermarkets, shops and restaurants.

- Julie, July 2022
Diane June 2022

“Every year we gather with family from across the US for our "family" vacation.”

This house was wonderful. The house was beautifully furnished, comfortable and the kitchen was equipped with whatever we needed. The gardens and the patio were great - we ate outdoors even in the rain! There were 8 of us but the house was large enough for us to spread out. I would love to visit Highcroft again.

- Diane, June 2022
Jeffrey May 2022

“Everything you could need is provided and the location is very close to Stratford-on-Avon.”

Recommended with plenty of room for a large family.

- Jeffrey, May 2022
Tessa April 2022

“We had a great stay at Highcroft and would definitely consider staying here again.”

The gardens are lovely and having the tennis court is a wonderful bonus. The house itself is really comfortable and is a very sociable space, great for group get togethers. The bedroom layout is a bit unusual (the downstairs twin room and the upstairs single room are both through rooms) but it worked for our group and the children had a lot of fun racing round and up and down the two staircases! It is just off the main road, so there is traffic noise in the garden, but not a problem inside. All in all, an excellent place to stay and would recommend. Scones on arrival were much appreciated!

- Tessa, April 2022
Teresa April 2022

“Lovely well stocked property perfect for a family get together, the house and kitchen had everything we needed.”

Great location for walks with easy access to Stratford upon avon and local attractions. The garden is well maintained and secure for children and dogs. The front garden was wonderful, everyone loved the wildlife, swings, slide and enjoyed the tennis court. The owners are very welcoming and the scones with jam on arrival were very nice. The only down side would be the layout of the bedrooms, needing to walk through bedrooms to access the stairs but this didn't really cause us much bother. Some areas of the house could do with updating, like replacing springy mattresses and replacing old curtains otherwise this house is fantastic, lots of space inside and out.

- Teresa, April 2022
Lisa March 2022

“Great location Very spacious Comfortable”

- Lisa, March 2022
Daniel March 2022

“Excellent holiday home My mistake but didn’t realise that to get downstairs ...”

Excellent holiday home My mistake but didn’t realise that to get downstairs someone had to walk through someone else’s bedroom

- Daniel, March 2022
Toni February 2022

“We are the Askew family, celebrating a 60th birthday.”

Our 3 children, their respective other halves and our 2 grandchildren thoroughly enjoyed our stay. It was great for us all to sit in the kitchen around the table for our informal meals. During the evening we stayed in the kitchen playing board games around the table. The lounge had enough seats to accommodate us all to watch the rugby. The garden was safe for our dog and the grandchildren to play in and explore and having a tennis court available for a bonus for our children. Thank you for making our weekend that much more special by us all being able to stay in one house together.

- Toni, February 2022
Trina February 2022

“Our stay at Highcroft could not have been better!”

Even though the weather was not good, the house was so comfortable and so well equipped that there was no problem with staying indoors cosy by the fire. The owners had thought of everything and it was such a lovely homely atmosphere.

- Trina, February 2022
Frances February 2022

“A lovely home from home.”

Our grandsons enjoyed the interesting layout and the adults made full use of the well equipped kitchen including an Aga and the comfortable sitting room.

- Frances, February 2022
Ellyn January 2022

“Beautiful property, in a peaceful location.”

It's a short stop from Stratford. Had a very relaxing weekend spend at the house with all the amenities that you could need. I would most certainly recommend

- Ellyn, January 2022
Jessica October 2021

“A lovely, roomy house with good facilities in a great location, less than 10 minutes' drive from Stratford-upon-Avon town centre.”

Kitchen-diner was a good area for socialising with a large table suitable for games. This aside, we felt that the house needs some TLC as most things were stained (including carpets, bedding, curtains, tea towels, table cloths etc), as well as mould on the second kingsize bedroom curtains. The towels were also very worn, some with stains. Some extra basic cleaning also wouldn't go amiss such as cleaning out the cutlery tray which was full of crumbs, and when pushing a couple of the twin beds together, an old sock and a pill of some description were found. The shower curtain and rubber bath mat in the ensuite should be replaced as very mouldy. Overall, if some changes could be made to the cleanliness of the house it would be a much more pleasant stay.

- Jessica, October 2021

Thank you for your feedback. We pride ourselves on ensuring every guest has the best possible experience at Highcroft and as you can see we have numerous positive feed-backs on the website. If any guest has an issue during their stay, we ask that they call and we will do our very best to assist them. The specifics that you have raised have been checked. Thank you again for your comments. Property Owner
Margaret October 2021

“The cottage was very well equipped and well appointed.”

The layout was a little quirky, but the children loved it.

- Margaret, October 2021
Gill October 2021

“Feeling cosy in a warm, well equipped kitchen, with a wonderful Aga.”

Catching up with friends around the table and knowing that we could laugh loudly, and talk without disturbing anyone. Spending time in Stratford on Avon, and being able to row on the river. We had everything we needed, and Sue the owner was such a lovely person.

- Gill, October 2021
Elizabeth September 2021

“Such a welcoming homely house made it absolutely right for our family of 3 generations to get together in.”

The weekend weather enabled us to sit outside in the evening and the owners kindly left their own firepit for our use. (They were on away on holiday). Weather turned turned cold and wet but the central heating created a lovely cosy feel to the house. Everyone (including the neighbours who were our point of contact) were so welcoming and helpful.

- Elizabeth, September 2021
Jill August 2021

“Second time staying to this beautiful place and yet again it was a home from home, everything we need was there.”

Such a beautiful, relaxing house with excellent host.

- Jill, August 2021
Helen July 2021

“Really loved the place, had everything we needed, lovely hosts, great facilities.”

- Helen, July 2021
Mike June 2021

“Very warm welcome from the owners who discretely live next door.”

Lovely large garden for the dog but just watch for a few hours that they don’t find any weak fences. Whilst the road is fast the traffic noise is not relentless and we didn’t find overbearing. All in all a very comfortable stay for myself and a couple of friends.

- Mike, June 2021
Claire June 2021

“Fantastic cottage.”

Very comfortable and homely. Beds comfortable but lumpy pillows. One thing not mentioned is that the property backs onto a busy road and motorbikes are frequently heard racing along it; the garden though beautiful is not a peaceful place to sit as a result.

- Claire, June 2021
Mutasim May 2021

“What a lovely secluded cottage, with great amenities (BBQ & tennis courts).”

The kitchen was thoughtfully stocked with essentials that some places neglect (dishwasher tablets, coffee pods, salt/pepper, oil etc). The cottage itself has a big kitchen diner and a very roomy living space, which is great for a chilled out getaway. The hosts were friendly and helpful but also let us get on with our holiday. I would book this place again for sure!

- Mutasim, May 2021
Jackie April 2021

“We really enjoyed our stay the cottage was very comfortable and well equipped we would definitely plan a return visit”

- Jackie, April 2021
Tracy October 2020

“It was a lovely cottage and very friendly owner , great scones on arrival.”

Only negative comments would be some of the furnishings are looking a bit tired and the description of layout of the bedrooms could be clearer .If you use one set of stairs you have to go through the downstairs twin to get to the kitchen or if you use the other set of stairs you have to walk through the single bedroom .

- Tracy, October 2020
Lorraine October 2020

“Highcroft house is beautiful.”

The kitchen was always lovely and warm with the Aga and plenty of cooking pans and dishes, cutlery and crockery. Lots of interesting features all around the house. The garden was so lovely and we would definitely book this house again, despite the one drawback. Although I have marked "Met Expectations" it exceeded expectations if it wasn't for the toilet facilities. We were 3 retired couples who wanted a house where every couple had their own bathroom. We had this, but their is no downstairs loo unless you walk through somebody's bedroom, which meant you had to go upstairs to your own bathroom to use a loo. When playing games in the evening it was a bit of a pain, especially as there is enough space downstairs, under the stairs to put in a loo and sink. If we were not in our seventies it would not have caused a problem. We played boule in the garden and had some good weather to enjoy sitting out in the garden. HighCroft is situated in an ideal location where Stratford upon Avon is only 2 miles away and also visited Morton in Marsh, Bourton on the Water, such wonderful places to visit for shopping and eating out. Thoroughly enjoyed our short time at HighCroft and it all ended too quickly. Would still rate this house 9 out of 10 and I am sure there are families who don't mind sharing facilities which would make this house an ideal 10 out 10 plus choice.

- Lorraine, October 2020
Tracy September 2020

“Fabulous Home from Home with a fully enclosed back garden.”

The lovely owners live next door but you are left in peace to enjoy the lovely home, private garden and shared outdoor space. House is situated just off a main 'A' road which can be noisy but is bearable. Excellent base for exploring area, with easy access to Stratford. Good access to supermarkets without having to go into Stratford. Enjoy, we did and would like to return for another few days R&R. The Taylor's

- Tracy, September 2020
Philip August 2020

“Great holiday let in a lovely area.”

Would recommend this to anyone. We had a party of 10 (6 adults and 4 children) and everyone enjoyed it. Plenty to do in Stratford and the surrounding area. Hopefully will be back sometime in the future. Rob and Sue the owners who live next door very friendly and helpful if needed.

- Philip, August 2020
Gary July 2020

“Lovely house.”

Lots of space for 2 families 4+6 inside & outside.

- Gary, July 2020
Pamela March 2020

“We were disappointed that it was not clear that two of the bedrooms could not access the downstairs without going through someone else's bedroom.”

The single room should not be a bedroom but a corridor - and by advertising it as a room, we invited a 7th person - and this meant that is someone in either of two bedrooms upstairs woke in the night or woke earlier than others, they had to walk through somebody's bedroom to go downstairs. This should have been made clear. Our other disappointment was the showers, which were not terribly good. Otherwise, the house was wonderful. A fantastic fire and lounge, a great kitchen and eating area, beautiful surroundings and generally super. We had such a great stay and the house is so close to the town centre and a very easy drive. Close to a supermarket and just such a homely place to stay. We were delighted with everything (other than above).

- Pamela, March 2020
Jo January 2020

“It was perfect - the property had everything we needed.”

We were even greeted with Hot home made scones on our arrival. We had a fabulous time spending time together as family.

- Jo, January 2020
Becky January 2020

“Great location, great house and the owners were helpful.”

Very spacious and homely feel to this cottage. It has everything you need.

- Becky, January 2020
Jeanne December 2019

“We had the most magical week for Christmas with 4 generations of family spending a week together.”

The house was wonderful so comfortable and everything you needed was there. We loved using the clothes dryer in the kitchen and washing was all dry the next morning. Sitting by the coal fire in the late afternoon and evening talking and playing games was so enjoyable. The freedom the 4 grandchildren had on the tennis the swing and slide as well as running around the garden was an asset. We were welcomed by Sue the owner with a plate full of scones that we would love the recipe for as we have never had scones like it. There was a Christmas tree decorated ready for us and the bannister decorated which a garland which was lovely. Cannot say Thankyou enough for the most wonderful week that made the best Christmas ever. The house was so perfectly situated near the supermarkets and then Stratford town centre was only 2 miles away. We visited the butterfly farm a must see it was breath taking. Also did the MAD museum everyone enjoyed all the inventions and marble runs . Would so very much strongly recommend this beautiful house to stay in for everyone.

- Jeanne, December 2019
Rebecca September 2019

“Fantastic accommodation in a fantastic location.”

The house was well equipped, the beds were comfortable and it was lovely to have a nice big garden. The scones and jam were a lovely touch too! Thank you!

- Rebecca, September 2019
Christine August 2019

“Very welcoming owners - we had a fantastic stay - thank you!”

- Christine, August 2019
Jill July 2019

“The cottage was amazing, so much space both inside and in the garden, the facilities were great lots of home comforts.”

Especially loved the fact we were able to bake cakes as the kitchen has all the equipment we needed. We loved it so much we've booked again for next year.

- Jill, July 2019
John April 2019

“A beautifully decorated and well equipped house.”

Great location for Stratford and the Cotswolds.

- John, April 2019
Linda April 2019

“This is a lovely house which is very comfortable and well equipped.”

There were nine of us staying, six adults and three children, and the house was spacious to accommodate us all. The children loved the garden, especially the trampoline and other play equipment. I would highly recommend this house.

- Linda, April 2019
Sheila March 2019

“Such a wonderful house.”

Comfortable beds, clean fresh linens, huge kitchen with lots of pots and pans. The house is in a fabulous position for days in Stratford with a taxi costing around £8.00. Plenty of car parking and beautiful gardens visited by pheasants, woodpeckers and various other birds. The house is by the main road but the noise was not intrusive. Plenty of room for large families or groups. A Waitrose supermarket is within 5 mins drive. A fantastic house with caring owners.

- Sheila, March 2019
Elaine February 2019

“Highcroft was a wonderful cottage very homely with lots of extras.”

We really enjoyed our stay and would recommend it to anyone. The home baked scones and jam on arrival were delicious.

- Elaine, February 2019
Janet January 2019

“We booked Highcroft as a surprise for my father in law's 70th.”

It was fab! We were 7 adults and 3 children and it was exactly what we needed. Mr and Mrs Davies the owners were lovely. The house was well kept and fully equipped. Would definitely recommend it.

- Janet, January 2019
Moira December 2018

“This is really a lovely house for a mixed generation family group, like us.”

The grandchildren are 2,3 and 4 and really loved the amount of space on the ground floor with a generous lounge/dining room and a warm kitchen/eating area. The bedrooms were comfortable with plenty of storage space which is always a bonus. 3 bathrooms is a good balance for the number of bedrooms. Outside was a huge garden, tennis court, swing, slide - all used. Stratford is also a great centre for young children with lovely parks, a pool and other fun activities.

- Moira, December 2018
Sally December 2018

“This is the best house I have ever rented.”

It was like home from home and there were even Christmas decorations up for us.

- Sally, December 2018
Michael October 2018

“Fresh Home Made Scones & Jam were there on the huge kitchen table when we arrived.”

Peter met us to make sure everything was OK for us and explained a few things about the property, which is well located just outside Stratford. With an AGA in the Kitchen, there was always a warm spot for those in our party that felt the cold. There are plenty of pots and pans, crockery etc in the kitchen and eventually we got used to cooking on the AGA thanks to the simple instructions left for us, so no need to use the cooker. The beds were comfortable and Casper, our dog, loved the large garden. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and have marked this house down as one we would love to come back to.

- Michael, October 2018
Liz August 2018

“High croft proved to be a very comfortable venue for our reunion.”

Very clean and well - equipped. The location was very good for outings around the area too.

- Liz, August 2018
Margaret August 2018

“This is the perfect place for a family get together.”

The house is spacious and well equipped. It was great to have the tennis court and the children enjoyed the swings and trampoline. An added bonus was the use of the private swimming pool next door. The house was a short drive from the town where there was lots to see and do.

- Margaret, August 2018
Ronald July 2018

“We had a family get together and was able to rent The Bothy as well.”

Accommodation was spacious for the times we spent indoors. gardens outside were great. Nice to have the bar-be-que to use. Close to Stratford with its good choice of restaurants . Easy travelling to a variety of places. A lovely week all round.

- Ronald, July 2018
Robert May 2018

“Great holiday home, on the outskirts of Stratford upon Avon, in the country side but within easy reach of all amenities.”

Lovely garden to sit in and watch all the wildlife.

- Robert, May 2018
Joanna April 2018

“I wasn't aware of the fact that the only access to the bedrooms is via other bedrooms which was a bit awkward.”

otherwise fine.,

- Joanna, April 2018
Tim March 2018

“Really nice homely cottage, with great garden and more than enough living space for 6 adults and two toddlers.”

Would definitely return when staying in the area.

- Tim, March 2018
Marjorie February 2018

“The house was very welcoming, and the Aga in the kitchen was wonderful to c ome home to in the cold weather.”

Bedrooms arranged very well, and everything so comfortable. Somewhere you would wish to return to.

- Marjorie, February 2018
Peter J A February 2018

“We enjoyed our stay!”

- Peter J A, February 2018
Richard November 2017

“We had a superb family weekend in this lovely house.”

- Richard, November 2017
Jocelyn November 2017

“A great weekend.”

The house was lovely and warm and the kitchen extremely well equipped. Beds were comfortable and linen was luxurious. We had a great time playing tennis.

- Jocelyn, November 2017
David N August 2017

“Good holiday.”

Very good location , easy access to Stratford and lots of other places EG Redwings, Charlcote, motor museum. Local shops very easy to reach and good variety

- David N, August 2017
Andrew July 2017

“Wonderful property in central location and excellent for our family celebration.”

- Andrew, July 2017
Amanda June 2017

“Everything was superb from start to finish - the booking process was easy, the property was fantastic and the host made checking in so easy.”

- Amanda, June 2017
Chris May 2017

“A fabulous property ideally located.”

Owners very friendly with welcoming home made scones and jam a lovely touch. Everything was just perfect and would highly recommend

- Chris, May 2017
Jenny October 2016

“It was a perfect family holiday and our 3 grandchildren aged 4, 8 & 10 absolutely loved all the facilities at the cottage.”

The owners made us feel welcome and when we arrived there were home made scones and jam for us which were delicious. Nothing was too much trouble for them. Highly recommended

- Jenny, October 2016
Kimm September 2016

“The owners were very accommodating and allowed us to hold a party for an extra 21 people in the garden.”

They were also prepared for my guests to collect the keys and stay in the property for two days before I arrived, as well as keeping correspondence to email so the surprise was kept from my husband. We particularly enjoyed the garden, tennis court and trampoline (for my granddaughter).

- Kimm, September 2016
Kerry April 2016

“The cottage was everything we needed and a lot more.”

Couldn't fault the location and the grounds were immaculate.

- Kerry, April 2016
Kathleen April 2016

“A lovely homely large house, perfectly suited to house our guests celebrating a special birthday.”

The tennis courts were a bonus. There was a lovely atmosphere to it all.

- Kathleen, April 2016
Sheila March 2016

“Very comfortable family home and a great garden, especially for young children.”

- Sheila, March 2016
Christina March 2016

“Such a great atmosphere to the cottage, it was just far enough outside of the town that you could enjoy the birds.”

Plenty of things for the young and old to do at the cottage, we particular loved playing tennis and my niece loved the trampoline.

- Christina, March 2016
Paul January 2016

“It had great character and facilities, the kids couldn't keep off the tennis court.”

Would love to stay again.

- Paul, January 2016
Sally December 2015

“The house was cosy and beautiful.”

There was everything we needed and more and it was clean. We would definitely return to the house for another trip.

- Sally, December 2015
Cathie November 2015

“A great property for groups.”

Plenty of space.

- Cathie, November 2015
Lisa October 2015

“The house was really comfortable and great for all the family.”

- Lisa, October 2015
Beryl August 2015

“A well equipped, child friendly, spacious house with a great garden.”

It felt like a home.

- Beryl, August 2015
Ian July 2015

“An absolutely lovely house which I'd recommend without any hesitation.”

Everything about it was exactly right and the gardens and tennis court were especially appreciated.

- Ian, July 2015
Dick June 2015

“An excellent location and the facilities were superb for the children.”

The grounds were beautifully maintained. We had a lot of fun and enjoyed all that Stratford upon Avon had to offer, including the theatre, the river, the Mad Museum and the excellent children's playground.

- Dick, June 2015
Jennifer June 2015

“This property was much better than we imagined.”

When the sun was out we sat out on the patio area and when it got a little cooler the big lounge room was fantastic!

- Jennifer, June 2015
Samantha March 2015

“In a great location and the house was big enough for us all.”

Had easy access to Stratford, good for dog walks and generous gardens. It was a well equipped cottage with the feel of a family home - oh yes and a tennis court!

- Samantha, March 2015
Joanne January 2015

“Had an amazing time.”

We were celebrating a family members birthday and the size and location was great for all ten of us to get together. Lovely weekend.

- Joanne, January 2015
Sue November 2014

“The house is great - perfect for a group.”

- Sue, November 2014
Moira October 2014

“Very clean and comfortable.”

Plenty of space and loads of crockery etc. The owner was helpful and friendly and even provided us with home made scones and jam one afternoon!

- Moira, October 2014
Victor September 2014

“Tennis court as a bonus.”

Nice grounds to walk around. Spacious accommodation. Totally adequate for 10 people.

- Victor, September 2014
Hannah September 2014

“Thank you for a lovely holiday house!”

- Hannah, September 2014
Susan June 2014

“Property is situated just outside Stratford, which is a bustling town with a big traffic problem, so being a mile or two away helped make our stay more peaceful than being in Stratford itself.”

The facilities at the house are first rate, lovely HD television, WiFi and the house has lots of character; the Aga cooker is a real treat. The garden is bigger than you might expect, with a small and safe trampoline, and the tennis court was enjoyed by young and old(er) alike. Plenty of car parking.

- Susan, June 2014
Emma May 2014

“Lovely, comfortable house, a home-from-home.”

The owners were so friendly, welcoming and most helpful. The garden was a delight, with wider grounds to enjoy as well. All in all, a wonderful holiday location; lots to do in the locality to suit all tastes with a beautiful, well-equipped and relaxing base to come back to. Can't praise it enough!

- Emma, May 2014
Kimberley April 2014

“Location excellent.”

Children's facilities excellent. The garden was beautiful. We would happily recommend this property.

- Kimberley, April 2014
Mrs Davison April 2014

“The holiday let was just right for our particular needs, the garden was a delight; the trampoline a winner with the kids also the tennis court proved a great draw with young and old.”

The cosy kitchen lovely and the open fire a holiday treat in the evening.

- Mrs Davison, April 2014

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Summary

Five bedrooms: 2 x king-size double (one with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC), 1 x twin, 1 x ground floor twin, 1 x single with pull-out stacker bed
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Ground floor basin, WC and shower.
Kitchen with dining area
Utility
Sitting room (seats 9) with open fire.
Oil central heating with open fire
Oil AGA, electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio, iPod dock, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs
Fuel, power and starter pack for fire inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot and highchair
Off road parking for 4 cars
Lockable bike storage
Private, enclosed lawned garden with patio, furniture and gas BBQ
Shared use of owners 2-acre wildlife garden and tennis court (please bring own tennis balls and rackets if preferred)
Two well-behaved dogs welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 1 mile, pub 1.5 miles
Golf Simulation Centre 1/4 mile.

The property

Stratford-upon-Avon 2 miles.

This delightful, semi-detached cottage is ideally located within easy reach of the ancient town of Stratford-upon-Avon.

The property has five lovely bedrooms, including one set on the ground floor and a master bedroom with en-suite facilities.

Highcroft is a house with 2 halves.

There are 2 staircases, one leading from the entrance hall to the master bedroom with an ensuite and a small room with a single bed with trundle bed under.

This room is an adjoining room between the 2 halves.The other staircase leads from the downstairs bedroom to the other landing with the family bathroom and 3 bedrooms, including the adjoining room leading off. The spacious, farmhouse-style kitchen offers a welcoming dining area, while the cosy sitting room is accompanied by a warming open fire.

In the summer, the patio doors can be swept open to invite inside a cooling breeze.

Outside, the large, private lawned garden is ideal for an alfresco feast, while a shared tennis court and a further 2.5 acres of unique wildlife gardens, shared with the adjoining holiday cottages, will be adored by all.

This cottage near Stratford-upon-Avon is perfect for a memorable break away, at any time of year.

Highcroft Cottage

This cottage is located just two miles away from the medieval town of Stratford-upon-Avon, in 2.5 acres of shared grounds, including a wildlife garden and a tennis court. The property provides comfortable, versatile accommodation surrounded by beautiful, unspoilt countryside. Nearby, Stratford-upon-Avon is the birthplace of William Shakespeare and the home of the Royal Shakespeare Theatre. The town offers horse racing and many typically Tudor buildings at every turn, housing a very good selection of cafes, restaurants and traditional pubs serving real ales and excellent food. Many footpaths and cycling trails can easily be found nearby should you wish to stretch your legs and the beautiful Cotswolds are also within easy reach, making this the perfect place for a relaxing break at any time of year.

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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.

This property offers the following short breaks:

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Reviews & Ratings

“This is a super property, we all really enjoyed our stay.”

“Fabulous house in a central location.”

“We had a lovely time with space enough for everyone.”

“A lovely property in a beautiful setting.”

“Excellent property in an almost ideal location.”

“10 of us gathered for a family weekend and we had a pleasant and relaxing time.”

“We enjoyed the space and location that Highcroft offered us.”

“The property is in a beautiful location and we loved the amount of space both inside and out.”

“Loved the house and gardens and made full use of the tennis court.”

“We absolutely loved our weekend at Highcroft cottage.”

“Wonderful place to stay.”

“A great place for a family reunion.”

“All was great, one minor point is that the house could do with another fridge.”

“Beautiful holiday home -cared for by lovely people.”

“We had a wonderful multi generational stay at Highcroft.”

“A lovely, cosy base for a winter weekend get together.”

“We had a lovely weekend at Highcroft.”

“Lovely family holiday home, great location easy access to visit other places around.”

“Thank you for a lovely stay!”

“The house was lovely, a great setting and location-the nearness of the main road is unfortunate.”

“Super house for 9 of us, 6 adults, 3 children and a dog.”

“Lovely property which is in easy reach of Stratford.”

“Such a beautiful property, extremely clean and well kept.”

“This is a lovely house; clean, comfortable and extremely well stocked with all you need.”

“A very comfortable and well equipped cottage.”

“Lovely holiday home from home.”

“Lovely property, very spacious and well kept and there where even freshly baked scones on our arrival.”

“Thank you for a wonderful stay and the delicious scones.”

“We had a wonderful stay at Highcroft, and the owners couldn’t have been more friendly or helpful when we saw them.”

“The accommodation was fine and well equipped plus a good location for Warwick Castel However the water flow from the shower in the master bedroom was very poor due to the shower rose being blocked with lime - it needs cleaning.”

“Welcoming. We had good weather and it was a very pleasant situation.”

“We had a wonderful stay.”

“Great cottage loved the homemade scones, home from home, would highly recommend, we will definitely be back.”

“I was really impressed with this comfortable and warm house.”

“This is a lovely house with excellent facilities.”

“We had a wonderful week at Highcroft.”

“We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Highcroft.”

“Well equipped properly, spacious , large garden.”

“Excellent break highly recommend facilities especially tennis court but also outside space maybe different benches in kitchen updated but being picky.”

“Lovely character cottage which was very spacious.”

“Was obviously a very nice property inside and out but clearly lacks from updating and investment over the years.”

“Overall we had a good stay at this property and would recommend it, particularly for families.”

“Every year we gather with family from across the US for our "family" vacation.”

“Everything you could need is provided and the location is very close to Stratford-on-Avon.”

“We had a great stay at Highcroft and would definitely consider staying here again.”

“Lovely well stocked property perfect for a family get together, the house and kitchen had everything we needed.”

“Great location Very spacious Comfortable”

“Excellent holiday home My mistake but didn’t realise that to get downstairs ...”

“We are the Askew family, celebrating a 60th birthday.”

“Our stay at Highcroft could not have been better!”

“A lovely home from home.”

“Beautiful property, in a peaceful location.”

“A lovely, roomy house with good facilities in a great location, less than 10 minutes' drive from Stratford-upon-Avon town centre.”

“The cottage was very well equipped and well appointed.”

“Feeling cosy in a warm, well equipped kitchen, with a wonderful Aga.”

“Such a welcoming homely house made it absolutely right for our family of 3 generations to get together in.”

“Second time staying to this beautiful place and yet again it was a home from home, everything we need was there.”

“Really loved the place, had everything we needed, lovely hosts, great facilities.”

“Very warm welcome from the owners who discretely live next door.”

“Fantastic cottage.”

“What a lovely secluded cottage, with great amenities (BBQ & tennis courts).”

“We really enjoyed our stay the cottage was very comfortable and well equipped we would definitely plan a return visit”

“It was a lovely cottage and very friendly owner , great scones on arrival.”

“Highcroft house is beautiful.”

“Fabulous Home from Home with a fully enclosed back garden.”

“Great holiday let in a lovely area.”

“Lovely house.”

“We were disappointed that it was not clear that two of the bedrooms could not access the downstairs without going through someone else's bedroom.”

“It was perfect - the property had everything we needed.”

“Great location, great house and the owners were helpful.”

“We had the most magical week for Christmas with 4 generations of family spending a week together.”

“Fantastic accommodation in a fantastic location.”

“Very welcoming owners - we had a fantastic stay - thank you!”

“The cottage was amazing, so much space both inside and in the garden, the facilities were great lots of home comforts.”

“A beautifully decorated and well equipped house.”

“This is a lovely house which is very comfortable and well equipped.”

“Such a wonderful house.”