Heron View Riverside Retreat in Peaceful Rural Hamlet near Roman Town, Alcester

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Oversley Green, Alcester, ENG

Anne Hathaway's Cottage9 min drive
Royal Shakespeare Theatre11 min drive
Ragley Hall14 min drive
Birmingham (BHX)31 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Traditional self-catering accommodation, suitable for a couple. Sky TV, 46 inch screen. Ideal for theatre goers, fishermen and those who enjoy the tranquility of the countryside. The property includes separate secure access, porch, lounge/kitchen/diner, double bedroom, bathroom with over bath shower and use of the delightful riverfront gardens. Visitors have shared use of the riverside facilities, including gazebo, covered sitting area with fire pit, with our 16th century black and white thatched cottage. We are only ten minutes walk from the charming Roman town of Alcester where visitors can enjoy the town's history in the museum, local ales in the plentiful pubs, diverse taste in restaurants and cafes. Waitrose is ten minutes walk away as well as bijou shops and charity outlets to delight shoppers. Stately homes, Coughton Court, the National Trust property linked to Guy Faulks and the gunpowder plot and Ragley Hall are great for outings. Walkers can explore the Arden and Heart of England Way and Oversley Wood and Cold Comfort Wood on the doorstep. Stratford-upon-Avon, Evesham and the Cotswolds are nearby. Your hosts Caroline and Paul will make you most welcome.

Property manager

Caroline & Paul Haffner

Premier Host

Languages

Dutch, English, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Fireplace

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

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

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Alcester

Located in Alcester, this apartment is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Mary Arden's House and Civic Hall are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Coughton Court and Anne Hathaway's Cottage. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Stratford Racecourse or Valley Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Oversley Green, Alcester, ENG

What's nearby

Anne Hathaway's Cottage - 9 min drive
Stratford Racecourse - 11 min drive
Shakespeare's Birthplace - 11 min drive
Royal Shakespeare Theatre - 11 min drive
Ragley Hall - 14 min drive

Getting around

Stratford-upon-Avon Parkway Station - 10 min drive
Birmingham Airport (BHX) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

The Turks Head - 11 min walk
The Golden Cross - 8 min drive
The Moat House Inn - 4 min drive
The Broom Tavern - 8 min drive
The Blue Boar - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Heron View Riverside Retreat in Peaceful Rural Hamlet near Roman Town, Alcester pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Heron View Riverside Retreat in Peaceful Rural Hamlet near Roman Town, Alcester?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Heron View Riverside Retreat in Peaceful Rural Hamlet near Roman Town, Alcester?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Heron View Riverside Retreat in Peaceful Rural Hamlet near Roman Town, Alcester located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Ragley Hall and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Bidford Grange Golf Club. Coughton Court and All Saints Church are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Evie P.

22 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal rural getaway

We had a lovely 3 night break on our way to Manchester. Heron's View is very comfortable and we enjoyed sitting in the gazebo at the end of the garden, looking out over the river. We took our breakfast down there as well as tea! The hosts were very welcoming and provided milk and also eggs freshly laid by their bantam hens. It is perfectly placed ro visit Stratford on Avon and various country houses. Highly recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

12 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heron Cottage

Lovely cottage close to local attractions. It was a nice base from which to explore. Hosts very welcoming.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison B.

7 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy getaway

Very helpful and welcoming hosts. Easy access to some wonderful places to explore nearby. Warm and cosy with very comfortable king sized bed.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

29 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Alcester Short Stay

The property was as described. It was very good. Visited a number NT and EH destinations all within 1 hour drive of the property. Stratford upon Avon only an 8 mile for the RSC.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve U.

15 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Haven from home

A great, cozy cottage, with everything you could wish for. Caroline and Paul made us feel at home, the facilities were excellent. We will be going back next visit to the Midlands. Highly recommended.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Caroline & Paul Haffner

Caroline and Paul grew up in the south of the country but have lived in the Alcester area for 40 years. Moved to Oversley Green in February 2016.
Paul retired December 2015 from a varied career of engineering and education and Caroline works at the local children's centre.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with this property that included the annex. The hamlet of Oversley Green is very friendly and rural but is only a short walk to town. The black and white cottage, the lovely garden and the riverside frontage sold it to us.

What makes this property unique

The property has fishing rights.
Next to the river is the gazebo with a lovely sitting area with fire pit/ice bucket, depending on the weather,
A small sitting area outside Heron View to enjoy breakfast by the fish pond.