Self-Catering at The Dairy | Holiday Cottages in Stratford-upon-Avon

Holiday home
This is a lovely single storey barn conversion situated on the owner's farm on the outskirts of Clifford Chambers, a charming village just three miles from Stratford-upon-Avon. The property has well equipped and furnished accommodation. As part of the open-plan design, the well appointed kitchen has a breakfast bar and a further dining area is available within the sitting room. The sitting room is comfortably furnished, with contemporary stone flooring throughout the living area. The two bedrooms are peaceful and elegant, and the bathroom spacious, with a bath and separate shower. The lawned garden has furniture and a barbecue and is a shared space. This is an ideal property for a holiday in this glorious area.

Accomodation Details
All ground floor. Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin. Bathroom with bath, separate shower, WC and basin. Open plan living area with fitted kitchen, dining area and sitting area. Utility room (shared with The Roost).

Area
Situated on the edge of the Cotswolds, the peaceful village of Clifford Chambers is just three miles from Stratrord-upon-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare. The village has a beautiful old church and a pub that serves wonderful home-cooked food whilst Stratford is close by for other amenities and wider choice of shops and places to eat. Many of the buildings in Stratford date back to medieval times and the architecture of the town is fascinating. Clifford Chambers is well placed to visit towns, villages and other attractions in the area including Chipping Campden, Warwick Castle and Hidcote Gardens. The area is a delight and there is an array of things to do and see making it a fantastic holiday destination all year round.

Region
Visitors to the Cotswolds have long treasured memories of charming towns and villages built from the famous honey-coloured stone, it now boasts a thriving community of contemporary artists working from studios and shops throughout the area.

Amenities
Oil central heating. Electric cooker, microwave, fridge, dishwasher. Washing machine & tumble dryer in shared utility room. TV, DVD, CD player, small library of books/games/DVDs. All fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot. Off road parking for 2 cars. Shared lawned garden with furniture and BBQ. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop 2.5 miles, pub 1 mile.

Mrs South

September 2020

Nice comfortable accommodation in a good location for Stratford and Warwick.. Very good central heating and well equipped kitchen, but no good for WiFi users.

Mr Coe, August 2020

August 2020

Made very welcome but not suitable for someone with disabilities

Mrs South, September 2020

Very clean, good sized place to stay for a week, the owners were very friendly and there was plenty of garden toys for the kids to play with.. Highly recommended.

Mrs Wills, August 2020

July 2020

We desperately needed a break from our own four walls and with the loosening of covid-19 restrictions to allow staying elsewhere decided last minute to look for a self-catering cottage.. The Dairy was a fantastic option for this, in peaceful countryside with great responsive owners, and within reasonable driving distance of some lovely outdoor days out. Good quality furniture and a well planned layout to this barn conversion, and plenty of garden space.

Ms Taylor, July 2020

December 2019

The property was lovely! The repurposed barn was fitted out really well, with furniture and fittings that made our stay so comfortable. The location is also great. The farm is only a few miles from the M40, and it is in a quiet, peaceful and beautiful setting. A supermarket and Stratford upon Avon are only minutes away.

Mrs Coltman, December 2019

October 2019

Our Hostess was extremely helpful and pleasant and the minor problem we reported was dealt with immediately.. The eggs and milk were an unexpected bonus which was most welcome. One minor suggestion for improvement ( not a complaint) would be to provide one or two lamps in the lounge area which would provide a little more "soft" light A lovely cottage and we hope to return.

Mr Stimson

June 2019

A freezer facility in the property would be good.. Also thicker curtains in the bedrooms.

Mr Hellend

May 2019

This is easy to review one word PERFECT.. A big thank you to the host's. Dave Western Australia

Mr Tribe

November 2018

Lovely clean and tidy accommodation for our short stay whilst away a for family wedding..

Mr Plain

September 2018

Very nice cottage but one or two gripes the cooker oven and grill could not be used needed a good clean smelt of grease and fat the top was ok but again needed a good clean.. The lighting in the sitting room was so poor could not read a paper or a book needs updating the boiler broke down for a day so no hot water for a bath or shower the owner said it needed replacing not sure when.

Mrs Shuker

August 2018

The Dairy is a lovely cottage in a great setting.. The outside space was excellent for our family particularly as we had such amazing weather. The family are very welcoming and helpful. We’ll definitely return.

Mr Davidson

June 2018

Very quiet at night host Mrs.. Burrows was lovely would stay there again and again.

Ms Graham

March 2018

Excellent cozy accommodation within cycling distance from Stratford-upon-avon..

Mrs Tinto

December 2017

Fantastic cottage - spacious and super clean.. Superb location in beautiful village.

Mrs Gregory

We had a very enjoyable holiday, very spacious and clean.. we stayed over the new year we did however have to leave early as the WiFi was not working :( and my husband planned to catch up with work with wasn’t possible. would definitely return though it never put us off

LafamilleS

August 2017

Lovely barn conversion only a couple of miles away from Stratford upon Avon. Based on a working farm. The cottage was immaculately clean and had everything we needed. WiFi was very hit and miss, though on a holiday that's not a priority for us. Our son enjoyed the provided badminton and tennis equipment and we had a game every evening on the grass area outside the cottage. Only downside is that, being on a farm, the cottage is not within walking distance of any pub/shop/etc.. Upside is that it is quiet which helps when getting a good night's sleep. Great to see the sheep being checked over whilst we were there, so a bit of education too!! Lovely, friendly owner who was very approachable and I'm sure would have been very helpful if we'd had any problems which we did not :-)

Patrick F

A close pair of holiday cottages near Stratford Upon Avon! The Dairy has been excellent for us over the past 7 days. As a family, we found the location near Stratford Upon Avon to be excellent. With the holiday cottage in mind, the bedrooms are in fabulous condition, as well as the lounge. Although the TV tends to lose signal sometimes and the Wifi is slightly dodgy, there is a great option next door in the laundry room, which has a basket full of games to play in the garden/recreational area of the cottage. I had actually forgotten my clock on the holiday, and thanks to the close location of Stratford Upon Avon, I was able to pick up another one at Amazon Locker (Twinkle) the very next day. The owners of the cottage are also very nice. I would highly recommend this cottage!

Lovely owners we all enjoyed are stay at the dairy.. Very peacefully and tranquil. I would recommend this cottage. It's in a good area about a 10 to 15 min drive to centre of Stratford upon Avon. Beautiful place to stay.Very relaxed holiday.

Great cottage, very clean, and good location for exploring Stratford upon Avon..

Betty D

July 2017

Just returned from a week staying at the Dairy. Brilliant location about 3 miles from Stratford, ideally placed for touring all the attractions in the county. Numerous National Trust and English Heritage properties close by. The cottage was well equipped with everything you could need, including a shared laundry room with a freezer. Very comfortable bed, which was a bonus. Lawned area outside the cottage which would be a safe place for children to play. Nice outdoor seating to enjoy the country views. Very friendly owners who gave us a warm welcome and provided eggs and milk to start us off. One mile to the nearest pub - lovely meals. Waitrose is about 2 miles on the main road into Stratford. We would highly recommend this cottage.

Ian W

May 2017

This is the second time we have stayed here. Delightful location and very tranquil. Perfect with all the lambs about. The only negative is the chronically slow wifi. My email wouldn't even download without timing out. If you need a digital detox, this should be your first choice destination.

Mr Dicken

November 2016

The cottage was beautifully clean and very warm.. Being slightly off the road down a short farm track meant that it was extremely quiet nestled in the Warwickshire countryside. The owner was very pleasant and welcoming even down to fresh farm eggs in the fridge!

ncyprusandy

September 2016

As other reviewers have said, milk and eggs are a welcoming provision! But bring your own tea-bag(s) or coffee if you want one on arrival before you go shopping. The building is L-shaped, and includes the utility room, the Roost cottage and the owner's cottage. My elderly mother found the level-floor easy to manage. The owners are most caring - first morning, Jean even asked if I was warm enough, and provided a warmer duvet for me. Her elderly husband Robert works with his Son Andy on the farm - amazing to see them organising the sheep to take them to other pastures, as was their loading a large lorry with many tons of corn for transport! Parking is across the lawn in front of the cottages. My mother's disability scooter needed charging overnight, but couldn't get the van near the Dairy. So, Jean kindly let me drive near their own utility room to do so. A few minor niggles: noisy fridge, dark lounge corner (where round dining table is, their photos must have been taken with good flood lights), dripping/worn sink mixer tap. Bedside clock in double bedroom changed time during night – I wondered why there was so much daylight for only “5am”! (All niggles discussed with owners son Andy before departure)

Mrs Whitfield

August 2016

The cottage was perfect for our requirements.

Miss Webber

February 2016

The location of The Dairy was very quiet and we felt quite safe. We appreciated the fresh eggs and milk kindly left in the fridge for us. The owners was very friendly and helpful.

50Sailor

January 2016

This is a well presented cottage, with 1 double bedroom and 1 bedroom with 2 single beds. Fully equipped kitchen added bonus of a shared utility room with freezer, washing machines and tumble dryer. Welcoming owner on site. Arriving to find milk, eggs and mince pies was a lovely touch. Our only negatives were that we found the beds to soft for our liking and the water / central heating boiler was extremely noisy. Although not marketed for the disabled it would be suitable for the less mobile with the exception of a steep step into the cottage. The cottage would an excellent base for exploring Stratford Upon Avon and surrounding area.

Mr Rozier

The Dairy is probably the best holiday cottage that we have ever stayed at, this is our fourth time. The cottage and facilities are perfect with friendly and helpful owners close by. Very highly recommended.

Mrs Tresise

June 2015

The Dairy was clean, fresh, secluded and quiet, yet a short drive to places of interest. Comfy beds, spacious accommodation and nice grounds with good views.

alexjpinna

We stayed for a few days in Stratford upon Avon and this property was the only one available that we could find at the time for last minute bookings for short breaks. We were extremely lucky that it was! We arrived late on a wet weekend but despite the miserable weather the location was absolutely stunning, set on a working farm with wonderful views overlooking the surrounding hills and countryside. We were greeted by Mr and Mrs Burrows who were very helpful and friendly. We stayed in the two bedroomed property with our two children (ages 1 and 2) and were supplied with a high chair and travel cot. The property itself was absolutely pristinely clean (and I am very picky about cleanliness!) and the sheets and bedding were obviously freshly washed, smelling lovely. We were well equipped with all essential kitchen items and self-catered for our evening meals. We were even treated to some fresh eggs and milk in the fridge on arrival. Overall I can't find any fault in this property, it is beautiful, quiet and in a perfect location for nearby sights (Stratford upon Avon town centre, Anne hathaways, etc are all in easy reach). We will definitely recommend this property to friends and will hopefully stay again if we come back to the area in the future. Many thanks for your hospitality.

Mrs Chapman

Very friendly hosts on arrival and a stunning location overlooking the hills, whilst being in a prime location for Stratford and nearby sights. The property itself was lovely and suited us perfectly with two children, and was pristinely clean. We were very happy with our stay and will most certainly recommend the property to our friends and family.

Mr Hilsdon

Excellent location and the owners could not do enough for us. We would definitely return.

Mrs Aldred

April 2015

The location was lovely. The property was really comfortable and had the best beds in a holiday cottage ever! It was clean, well equipped and pleasant to be in without being unnecessarily over-luxurious. This made it really easy to relax with our family. We really enjoyed the outdoor games equipment. The on site owners were welcoming but not intrusive.

December 2014

Once again, an excellent holiday in ideal surroundings. Cottage was 1st class and location perfect. This is the 3rd time, in 3 years, that we have holidayed at this cottage and it's neighbour and each time has been excellent.

Mr Richardson

August 2014

Excellently equipped especially for families in a beautiful rural setting. The owners were very friendly and understanding. Would certainly recommend this property to anyone.

Mr Chilvers

June 2014

It was a great place to stay; peaceful, clean, well furnished and equipped. We also had a warm and friendly greeting.

Mr Jones

Very friendly welcome at the cottage. One of the nicest self-catering cottages we have stayed at, with lots for the kids to do outside. Also very convenient for Stratford and the surrounding area.

Mrs Ayling

May 2014

The owners were very welcoming and helpful. The property was excellent and perfectly positioned for exploring the area. We had an excellent holiday.

Mrs Beaumont

April 2014

The Dairy provided just what our family needed. Clean air, room for my boys to run around and a lovely cottage that felt like a second home. We were visiting from a cramped London flat and with 3 sons, what they really needed was the freedom to run around all day in the fresh air without having to worry about traffic or being too noisy. We'll be back again!

Mr Charlton

March 2014

The cottage was in a delightful spot, we were made to feel very welcome. The accommodation is spacious, light and airy, warm and comfortable and very clean. It is very conveniently placed for Stratford - and a Waitrose within a mile! We would certainly be happy to stay there again.

Ms Sanders

November 2013

We stayed at The Diary, having previously stayed at The Roost two years previously. We returned due to the high standard of the accommodation, and the great location. We hope to be back again.

Guest

October 2013

A lovely place to be. The property was very clean. Next year we hope to spent our holiday at the same place.

Mr Carlyon

July 2013

We loved the friendly welcome, the ambience, the situation - well placed for many National Trust Properties.

A Holiday Lettings verified reviewer

We had a great week at the Dairy - very well equipped, we were even offered temporary black-out curtains for our children's room. Everything we needed in the cottage (even good cooking equipment - unusual in rental properties in our experience) and a lovely garden for us to sit out in and watch the children play with the toys provided (kid's golf, badminton, toddler's tractor etc). Very convenient for Stratford - only minutes in the car - but based in the middle of the countryside. Perfect! We'll definitely book again if we come back to Stratford.

Mrs Dutton

October 2012

Friendly greeting by the owners. Lovely views and sunsets.

Mrs Hollex

Quiet location, clean, warm and comfortable. Close to Stratford. Owner very friendly.

Mrs Milton

We enjoyed every part of the cottage. The cleanliness of the house and helpfulness of the owners was so good.

We had a great stay at the dairy. The cottage was clean, modern and airy. the seperate utilty room was a godsend with every cleaning product imaginable! Well stocked utensils, essentials (salt,gravy granules, foil etc) and equipment and great to have a pint of milk, O.J and eggs in fridge as a 'welcome pack'. Lovely garden area with view over fields. would be ideal for 2 families of 4, if rented with adjoining property. Close to Stratford and shops,supermarkets etc within easy drive.(5mins). we were a little surprised at how close to farmhouse we were but never saw or heard any noise or disturbance. There were quite a few flies around, but fly spray in utility room , but maybe a fly repellent airfreshner regularly replaced would work?

Miss Kok

September 2012

Lovely place, lovely people.

Mrs Cox

August 2012

Modern decor and comfy sofa and beds! Clean accommodation and well stocked with extras such as foil, toilet roll, dishwasher tablets, as well as utility room.

October 2011

The cottage made a perfect base for visiting the local area. The surroundings were idyllic, and just perfect for a tractor-mad two year old! The cottage was well-appointed and comfortable. Every need had been considered - the shared utility room was stocked for every eventuality. The cottage was well-supplied with children's games too. I would thoroughly recommend this cottage - we spent a wonderful week in it!

Rev Clowes

September 2011

The cottage was in a very peaceful setting and was both clean and comfortable. The owner's mother was very helpful and friendly. The property is ideally situated for theatre visits in Stratford.

Mrs Tate

We absolutely loved everything about this holiday - the property suited us very well as we had one elderly wheelchair user in our group, and our hosts were very friendly and helpful throughout. My son was besotted with the chickens, peacocks and checking the vegetable patch everyday for ripe produce to try!

Ms Foley

August 2011

The surroundings of the cottage were fantastic. The cottage itself was comfortable and homely. The owners were very welcoming and friendly.

Mrs Bogerman

July 2011

Very well equipped, very cosy and homely house and clean. Owners are very friendly and we loved to talk with them. There is so much to do and to see in the area.

June 2011

The Dairy was in an excellent location for Stratford and Warwickshire. The cottage was very well equipped with a large grassy area for children to play. The owners were very friendly and showed some of the animals to my daughter.

Mrs Freeborn

May 2011

Very convenient for the Cotswolds and Stratford. Very peaceful. Cottage comfortable and well maintained.

Mrs Allen

April 2011

It was very peaceful and there were plenty of things to do in the area. The fantastic weather made the break even more enjoyable.

Excellent stay

January 2011

We stayed for 1 wk and it was lovely, a nice cottage with all the facilities that we needed, plenty to do around Stratford. The owners were just lovely, always on hand if you needed to ask anything and very helpful and kind. The welcome back of fruit & milk was just great on arrival too. There was also a highchair which we used whilst there which was unexpected. Would definately recommend anyone to stay as it was just lovely. The cottage was nice and cosy which in November was excellent and plenty of space for our little one to wander up and down the hallway in an evening.

Miss Richards

December 2010

We had a very warm welcome and a very enjoyable stay at the Dairy. An excellent base to explore Stratford and the surrounding areas. We will certainly make a return visit and will be recommending to friends and family.

Ms Phillips

November 2010

Very friendly owners, on hand to ask or answer any questions about anything. Stratford is a beautiful part of the country to visit. Cottage was lovely and had everything we needed, would definitely recommend to friends and we would love to return.

Mr Smith

A very quiet and peaceful location, off the beaten track. Although a working farm, we found no intrusion to our enjoyment at all. We received a very warm welcome on arrival from the farmers wife and had an excellent stay. Clean and simple décor. Garden well furnished, grassed area.

September 2010

Great on all counts. Accommodation was very comfortable and fresh. Folks were on hand to give advice. close to Stratford but avoided the tourist bizz.

Great cottage well appointed. Beautifully furnished . Wellcome pack of fruit,eggs and milk. Excellent location 3 miles from Stratford ,close to National Trust properties. A perfect rural setting for a relaxing holiday. The charming owners were very welcoming and willing to offer advice when asked

Mr Mrs McMullin

August 2010

This was a lovely property in a beautiful area. The owners were very friendly and welcoming and there were numerous thoughtful touches - such as fruit, milk, juice all provided on arrival. We really enjoyed the week.

Mr Armstrong

July 2010

Ideally located cottage. Excellent welcome pack on arrival, very friendly, helpful owners. Comfortable home from home.

Mr Perry

The surrounding area offers almost unlimited attractions. My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our holiday. Good food at 'The New Inn'.

Mrs Blunt

April 2010

Beautiful setting in a convenient place with privacy and quietness. The friendliness of our hosts.

December 2009

Really nice property. Well decorated, well equipped, warm and clean. The fresh eggs and milk were a lovely touch. Friendly, helpful owner. Conveniently located for Stratford. Would definitely stay again, actually would have done so this Christmas had it been free.

Mr Carter

September 2009

Brilliant location. The owner was very helpful and friendly. We would defiantly recommend it to a friend. We had a great time.

Mr Williams

August 2009

The owner went out of her way to make us feel at home. Comfortable, child friendly and good facilities.

Mrs Pollard

Easy access to the historic gateway to the Cotswolds Broadway. Super place! Continue around the area to Stow-on-the-Wold. There are canal boats from the park at Evesham. We had a great week dodging the rain!

Mrs Belfield

A nice and quiet area that is handy for Stratford, Warwick and the surrounding area. The most comfortable bed in any self catering accommodation ever. Great pub food at New Inn in village.

June 2009

Very friendly welcome by cottage owners, and they went out of their way all week to help. Lovely family-friendly accommodation very close to Stratford.

Mrs Walters

The welcome from the owner was extra special. Excellent location for touring the Cotswolds.

Mrs Bruce

February 2009

Very well located for getting to Stratford and surrounding areas. Peaceful location.

Ms Camp

January 2009

The welcome to the property was very warm as was the property itself. The kitchen was very well equipped. The property was immaculate. We chatted to the owner on occasions and she was very friendly. It was the little extra touches that made the holiday very special. We had Christmas stockings filled with chocolates on arrival on each of our beds. The owner had also thoughtfully dressed the rooms with stylish, discreet Christmas decorations.

Miss Band

July 2008

This is a lovely, very clean cottage with a friendly owner to help. Some lovely food when we arrived of fruit, eggs and milk.

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The Dairy in Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire