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The Cow Shed At Retreat Farm

Stratford-upon-Avon (5.7 miles), Warwickshire

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Sleeps 12
Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 5
Change Fri
pets No Dogs
grade 5 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Hot tub
Internet access
Games / Play facilities
Luxury
Family friendly
Indoor swimming pool
Parking on site / nearby
Electric vehicle charging
Decorated for Christmas
Swimming pool
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Stunning barn conversion finished to an exceptional standard with a fantastic heated indoor pool
  • Spend time in the quirky shepherd’s hut that has been transformed into a bar and games area
  • Relax in the hot tub whilst the BBQ sizzles and the children play, or snuggle by the wood burner inside
Property code: 92837

Situated in rural Warwickshire and surrounded by uninterrupted countryside, this contemporary five-bedroom barn conversion makes for a great retreat. Gather 12 family members or friends and enjoy the extensive facilities including a heated indoor pool, an outdoor hot tub, and a bar and games area. While the setting is wonderfully peaceful with walks straight from the door, it’s also just 5.5 miles to Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon.

Distributed over one floor, the inside is a comfortable space with pleasant decor and modern furnishings throughout. During the day, kids will love splashing in the indoor swimming pool while you sit and chat with family or simply soak up the tranquil views. Off from the swimming pool is the open-plan living area. It’s a sociable space with floor-to-ceiling patio doors that flood the room with natural light. Relax on the two huge sofas, watch a film on the Smart TV, or play your choice of music through the sound system. The well-equipped kitchen overlooks the lounge so when it’s time to eat, the chef in the party can still be part of the conversation. As dinnertime beckons, light the wood burner, set the mood by adjusting the lighting, and then gather everyone together for a hearty meal at the dining table with seating for 14 people. And when the day draws to an end, choose between five, comfortable en-suite bedrooms. Three of the rooms feature king-size beds while the remaining two rooms are perfectly set up for families. Outside, you’ll find a sweeping patio and an extensive, fenced garden. Children can run free on the lawn while you relax in the outdoor hot tub. Keen walkers can explore the surrounding countryside while older kids can watch TV or play on the retro games machine in the shepherd’s hut next to the patio. After a day of activity, light the BBQ and enjoy an al fresco meal at the patio table.

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  • 5 bedrooms – 2 king-size, 1 twin, 1 family room with 3 singles and a trundle, 1 family room with a king-size and a single with trundle (trundles only suitable for children)
  • 5 bathrooms – 3 en-suite shower rooms with WCs, 1 en-suite bathroom with shower over bath and WC, and 1 en-suite wet room with shower and WC
  • 2 electric ovens with warming drawers, induction hob, American-style fridge/freezer with ice machine, microwave, coffee machine and 2 dishwashers
  • Utility room with washer/dryer
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs included)
  • Home automation system
  • Underfloor heating throughout
  • Smart TVs in lounge and all bedrooms
  • Private indoor swimming pool
  • Private enclosed garden with patio, hot tub, play area and gas BBQ
  • Shepherd’s hut with bar, TV and games machine
  • Ample parking on private driveway
  • Pub 2.5 miles, shop 4 miles
  • Sleeps 12 + 2 children
  • Electric vehicle charging on site
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £500 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £60. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Warwickshire is known for its beautiful countryside and offers plenty of walking trails and cycling routes. It’s a peaceful area but also allows you to take advantage of village life with amenities at Aston Cantlow (2.5 miles), Wooton Wawen (3.5 miles), and Wilmcote (4 miles). In these villages, you can browse traditional stores, shop for local produce, and stop for a drink at a friendly pub. Be sure to also visit Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon (6 miles) where you can explore the playwright’s family home or watch a performance at one of the Royal Shakespeare Theatres. Alternatively, take a boat trip along the River Avon, walk among butterflies at the Stratford Butterfly Farm, or stroll through the parklands at Compton Verney. History lovers can also spend time discovering historic sites in the town of Warwick (9 miles).

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This property is personally managed by Sophie.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

From guests that have stayed at the property.

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Reviewed by Natalie 19th April 2024

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We had the most amazing weekend at The Cow Shed and had such a warm welcome. The owners have thought of every detail and everything is perfect! We loved using the pool and hot tub and had everything we needed. The welcome hamper and fresh eggs were such lovely touches. Short drive into Stratford and great location for so many local attractions. AmaRead morezing family weekend full of fun and laughter! We have booked again for next year! Hide

Reviewed by Paul 1st April 2024

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Perfect! We were a small party of 7, all adults together for our wedding. Paula made us very welcome and the welcome hamper was a fantastic surprise. As was the gift of freshly laid eggs, which were delicious. The Cow Shed has been renovated to very high standard, with all the facilities you could wish for, which made our stay amazing. The pool wasRead more used many times each day, as was the lovely warm hot tub. We would go back in a heartbeat and have no hesitation in recommending this to friends. Hide

Reviewed by Linda 29th March 2024

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Reviewed by Kuljinder 29th December 2023

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Stayed at the barn over the New year period and everything was perfect. From the amenities in the kitchen, the pool area, high specification of the interiors, garden/play areas and the added touches elevated the property to a 5 stars for us. The hosts were extremely welcoming and couldn't do enough to ensure our stay was comfortable. We would definRead moreitely come back. Hide

Reviewed by Derek 22nd December 2023

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Fantastic property, Wonderful welcome and communication with friendly owners. We spent Christmas here as a large family group of all ages . Perfect property, facilities for all age groups , indoor pool, hot tub ,games room , garden with play area , location great to explore . Plenty of space to park 10/10

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