Shipston-on-Stour is a small traditional country town maintaining a 'foodie' reputation including a grocery/fishmonger, butcher, bakery & specialist delicatessen. There are a variety of restaurants & pubs all within easy walking distance of the cottage. Shipston on Stour lies in the northern Cotsworld region with many picturesque towns, villages & landscapes to visit nearby. In addition, the town is well located for historic Stratford upon Avon. The space This former laundry house has been converted into a charming one bedroom cottage, overlooking a private established walled garden (many unusual plantings). With private entrance, it has an open plan ground floor with kitchen, bar seating & living area. The first floor bedroom and bathroom overlooks the family garden. * The cottage will be fully cleaned for your arrival. Guest access There is an outdoor courtyard terrace with seating, where guests can enjoy a morning coffee or evening glass of wine. Guest will have their own entrance gate (off Old Road) leading to the cottage therefore, providing further privacy. Other things to note It is very important that the gate is securely on its latch when you enter and leave at all times. We have a roaming pet tortoise in the lower garden paths and beds. We do ask that if you wish to smoke, you do so ‘outside’ the garden walls and remove your butt ends to a bin please. *Ground Coffee/instant, Tea & whole milk provided. Please ask for semi if you would rather.