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# The Milking Parlour | Cottage near Stratford-upon-Avon

Cottage in Alcester with kitchen and balcony

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- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

 The Milking Parlour | Cottage near Stratford-upon-Avon provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. 

## Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

### Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom500 sq ft

## Popular amenities

- Kitchen
- Pet friendly
- Air conditioning
- Outdoor Space

## Add dates for prices

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## About this property

### Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

### The Milking Parlour | Cottage near Stratford-upon-Avon

Summary:  
  
🏡 Welcome to The Milking Parlour, a charming 2-bedroom farm cottage managed by HOMEHOSTS. Just 4 miles from Stratford-upon-Avon, this converted barn offers the perfect blend of countryside calm and easy access to local attractions.  
  
Ideal for tourists or contractors seeking a peaceful stay in the Stratford-upon-Avon area.  
  
The Space:  
  
★ Top Reasons to Book This Cosy Cottage   
  
 🛏 2 double bedrooms (sleeps 4)  
  
 🛋️ Open-plan living/dining area with original beams and stone features  
  
 🍳 Fully equipped kitchen – electric cooker, hob, microwave, fridge & kettle  
  
 🛁 Bathroom with shower, toilet, and sink  
  
 📺 Smart TV & 🌐 Wi-Fi  
  
 🌿 Private patio space and 🅿️ secure off-road parking behind electric gates  
  
 🏡 Rural farm setting with modern comforts  
  
Guest Access:  
  
🏡 Guests have sole use of the entire cottage, including:  
  
 🌿 Private patio  
  
 🅿️ Shared gated parking within the electric entrance gates  
  
The Neighborhood:  
  
Set within Cranhill Farm between Temple Grafton and Bidford-on-Avon, The Milking Parlour offers peaceful rural living with shops, restaurants and pubs nearby. Stratford-upon-Avon and the Cotswolds are both within easy reach for theatres, cafés and scenic walks.  
  
Getting Around:  
  
🚗 Private courtyard parking with coded electric gates  
  
🚶 Local footpaths and country lanes for walks  
  
🚌 Nearest bus stop 1 mile away; Stratford centre 4 miles  
  
Other Things to Note:  
  
📄 Rental agreement & valid ID required before check-in.   
  
🐶 Dogs are welcome for an additional fee per dog — please include your pet in the booking confirmation or on the check-in form so it can be added to your reservation. Dogs must not be left unattended, go on furniture or toilet in courtyard areas.  
  
🚭 Strictly no smoking anywhere on site, including outdoor areas.  
  
❌ No parties or events. Quiet hours after 10 p.m.  
  
💰 Long-stay discounts – 10 % for 7 nights + | 15 % for 28 nights +  
  
Interaction with Guests:  
  
🤝 Guest Support & Check-In  
  
 📞 The HOMEHOSTS team are available via Airbnb, phone, or email to assist you during your stay  
  
 🔑 Check-in instructions provided through our digital guest portal (link sent once your booking is confirmed)

## Property amenities

### Internet

- Available in the cottage: WiFi

### Parking and transportation

- Onsite parking options include a garage

### Kitchen

- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster

### Bedrooms

- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided

### Bathroom

- 1 bathroom
- Shower

### Entertainment

- TV

### Outdoor areas

- Balcony
- Garden

### Comfort

- Air conditioning
- Heating

### Pets

- Pet friendly

### Suitability/Accessibility

- Smoking not allowed

### Safety features

- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

### General

- Garden
- Unit size: 500 square feet

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## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 21 

### Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

### Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

### Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Note from host: Charge may apply

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

### Events

No events allowed

### Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

## Important information

### You need to know

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

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

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

### Property is also known as

68c1d7374a8fc60014e09566

## About the area

Alcester is home to this cottage. Mary Arden's House and Civic Hall are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Avon Bank Gardens and Mary Arden's Farm. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Shakespeare County Raceway or Spiers and Hartwell Jubilee Stadium. [Visit our Alcester travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Alcester.dx179930)

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Warwickshire, England

### What's nearby

- ![Birmingham featuring a small town or village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087615/9c5eff7d-e468-4790-9e5a-89ad05df1b81.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Shakespeare's Birthplace  
11 min drive \- 10.9 km
- ![Birmingham showing flowers and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087625/ed067c35-d492-455c-b75b-13b1586e4016.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Royal Shakespeare Theatre  
11 min drive \- 10.5 km
- ![Warwick Castle showing heritage architecture, château or palace and views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087637/5d9024cf-6212-4310-877e-028f40ffbe3c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Warwick Castle  
26 min drive \- 25.8 km
- ![Sat outside NEC Birmingham ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6231044/b3a459b6-9609-4ab0-8841-ed03e9c1f079.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
National Exhibition Centre  
39 min drive \- 43.3 km
- Bidford Grange Golf Course  
3 min drive \- 2.4 km

### Getting around

- Wilmcote Station  
12 min drive
- Birmingham Airport (BHX)  
46 min drive

### Restaurants

- McDonald's  
9 min drive
- The Stag at Redhill Inn  
6 min drive
- The Turks Head  
9 min drive
- The Holly Bush  
10 min drive
- The Frog  
5 min drive

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## The Milking Parlour | Cottage near Stratford-upon-Avon Reviews

## Reviews

9.4

### Exceptional

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