5 Albany Road

4.7★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

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* Based on a combined average customer score

76 Customer Review(s)

Mike
May 2025

“Our 5th stay at Albany Road.”

Jean and Stephen always make the house welcoming, such lovely hosts and pleasure to meet them this visit. House so comfortable, bright spacious and clean. Comfy beds with spotlessly clean bedding. Garden looking beautiful. Everything you need in the house for the perfect stay. Can’t wait to get back again !

Jean and Stephen always make the house welcoming, such lovely hosts and pleasure to meet them this visit. House so comfortable, bright spacious and clean. Comfy beds with spotlessly clean bedding. Garden looking beautiful. Everything you need in the house for the perfect stay. Can’t wait to get back again !

- Mike, May 2025

It was a real pleasure to meet you and Tracy with your son and Boo the dog. Thank you for returning to No 5 and talking of your visit in glowing terms. It’s always nice to have guests like you that appreciate what goes into preparing a property to ensure an enjoyable stay. Jean and I are counting the days down to visit number six, we really can’t wait. Best, Stephen & Jean. Property Owner
Brian April 2025

“Very good property in a fantastic location.”

Thank you for the welcome gifts. The bathroom is in need of attention particularly areas of mold. House had all the facilities we needed. Thank You

- Brian, April 2025

Thank you for your comments. We are intrigued by you mention of mold as the bathroom is thoroughly cleaned by our team of professional cleaners and independently inspected by ourselves before guests arrive and no mold of any description has been seen. Perhaps you would be kind enough to contact Sykes Holiday Cottages and describe exactly where you have observed this. They will then notify us so that, if necessary, this can be rectified. Property Owner
Sheila March 2025

“We had a lovely few days here and can definitely recommend it.”

The house was very clean and tidy on arrival and the ‘welcome pack’ was most welcome(!), especially the box of Milk Tray which reminded me of my childhood Christmases in Stratford as I grew up there and it also included some wine. There was also a very nice note from the owners. We enjoyed sitting in the sunroom overlooking the pretty garden and the position of the house, so close to facilities, was great.

- Sheila, March 2025

Delighted that you enjoyed your short stay at No 5 and the rekindling of your memories of Milk Tray chocolates. The garden is just coming out of Winter hibernation and Spring flowers are emerging which is a joy on these early Spring days. We hope you will visit again in the not too distant future. Stephen and Jean. Property Owner
Dennis January 2025

“Lovely property and great location.”

Owners made us welcome with very nice touches. WiFi worked well. Kitchen well equipped. Very nice conservatory and garden with fish pond. The house is nice and spacious. Hopefully will make a return visit in the nearby future.

- Dennis, January 2025

Many thanks for your kind comments, an endorsement of our effort to make No 5 a rewarding stay. We look forward to seeing you again. Stephen & Jean. Property Owner
Matthew November 2024

“I can't speak highly enough of this property and would recommend it to anyone and everyone.”

It was more than large enough to accommodate 3 adults and 2 children, it was in a very good location on a quiet street and walking distance to everything you could possibly need. The cherry on top was the handwritten note from the owners with the bottle of wine and chocolates. Will definitely stay here again next time I'm in Stratford!

- Matthew, November 2024

Thank you for your highly positive feed back. We work very hard to ensure all our visitors have an enjoyable stay at No 5 as you have done. We look forward to welcoming you and your family again on your next visit to Stratford upon Avon. Stephen and Jean. Property Owner
Mike August 2024

“Perfect! This is our fourth visit to Albany Road.”

The house has everything you need for a stay in Stratford Upon Avon. Fantastic location literally 5 min walk into town. Very quiet street, lovely rear garden to sit out and for our dog to play in, a great conservatory with patio doors which open into the garden with patio furniture. The house is clean, roomy, bright, homely and welcoming in a traditional style. The owners are lovely and have thought of everything you might need away from home, as well as the welcome goodies, Boo loved her doggie biscuits Thank you !!! Beds are very comfy and clean. Had a great week, will be back soon. Tracy & Mike & Boo

- Mike, August 2024

Many thanks for returning to N0 5 and your positive comments about your stay. We look forward to welcoming you on visit number five. Stephen & Jean. Property Owner
Demi August 2024

“We really enjoyed our stay in this property.”

It’s a great size with lots of nice features like the conservatory and outdoor space. Also lots of nice little touches by the owners like a welcome pack, coffee machine, etc. The location is absolutely brilliant for visiting Stratford. You can walk anywhere in 10-15 minutes yet the location itself was very quiet. We would definitely book again if coming back to the area.

- Demi, August 2024

Many thanks for your kind comments. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay at No 5 and that are hard work in customer relations has paid off. We look forward to welcoming you again. Stephen and Jean. Property Owner
Michelle June 2024

“Fantastic location and great holiday your house is lovely our only complaint was the bedroom mattresses we would recommend you replace them asap otherwise we had a great stay, thank you.”

- Michelle, June 2024

Delighted that you enjoyed your stay at No5. The subject of mattresses is a bit like the story of the three bears. Everyone has their own opinion of what is comfortable. If you supply firm ones, they are too hard. If you supply soft ones they don’t support you and should be harder. You really can’t win. The mattresses are not old and others have commented on how well they slept, including a reviewer with serious back problems. I hope this clarifies the situation. Property Owner
Christina May 2024

“What a lovely home, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.”

Thank you for the gifts! If we have any criticisms it’s no hand basin in the toilets. Although gel was supplied. Also shower curtain, sadly not liked. But we would still recommend the house.

- Christina, May 2024

We are pleased that you had an enjoyable stay at No 5 and that our welcome pack was appreciated. The topic of no hand basins in the two separate toilets has been covered in previous feed backs, the design of this period property simply doesn’t allow room to fit one. Alternatives to the shower curtain are currently under review. We take all comments seriously and constantly strive to enhance visitor experience whenever possible. Property Owner
Sally April 2024

“Home from home, very comfort, will be back soon.”

- Sally, April 2024

So very pleased you enjoyed your stay at No 5. We look forward to welcoming you again. Stephen & Jean. Property Owner
David April 2024

“We spent a lovely weekend at the property with our sons and their girlfriends.”

The property is spacious, light, well-maintained and the welcome pack was a nice touch. Stratford Upon Avon is an interesting and attractive town with lots going on. Perfect for a short break.

- David, April 2024

Delighted that you found it an ideal location and enjoyed your stay at No 5. Property Owner
Danielle March 2024

“This was our second stay here.”

Location and homely feel are fantastic. Everything you need is available for a comfortable stay. Our only issue first time was that the shower wasn't great, and the shower pole/housing was poor. Our biggest issue this time was that the shower stopped working with 2 days remaining. Unfortunately, the owner was on holiday and the number that was left to report any issues failed to respond to our voice mail message. With four adults on site, we decided to leave early without shower facilities. This was a disappointing end to a wonderful break. Parking is also no longer available outside the property.

- Danielle, March 2024

I’m sorry that you experienced a fault with the shower and that the number left as back up in an emergency didn’t respond. Why do these things always seem to happen when a dedicated host (see other reviews)is away and has gone to a lot of trouble to ensure cover is available in their absence. I would point out however that the fault was a simple trip in the fuse box which is rectified by simply pushing the switch back up. In addition to the electric shower there is a mixer tap on the bath which also has a shower attachment so you are not without shower facilities. My wife went to great lengths to explain that the local council had withdrawn parking permits for visitors on this road and that there was alternative parking close by in addition to one hour parking outside the property. Property Owner
Sally November 2023

“A lovely, well equipped house, comfortably catering for 6 adults.”

A lovely welcome pack, great communication from the owners, will definitely stay here again.

- Sally, November 2023

Thank you so much for your review of No 5. We are delighted that you found your stay so rewarding and look forward to seeing you back soon. Property Owner
Linda October 2023

“Really enjoyed our stay in this lovely well equipped house.”

Within easy walking distance to the town centre, river and theatre. We even got good weather. We came to Stratford 50 years ago on honeymoon so we were celebrating our Golden Wedding. The welcome pack was one of the best we have ever received and was much appreciated by us and Jasper, the dog.

- Linda, October 2023

Jean and I are pleased that Number 5 was the perfect location for your Golden Wedding celebration. Stratford on Avon has some lovely walks for for all ages and abilities and it sounds like you and Jasper found some of them. Thank you for your kind comments. Property Owner
Judith October 2023

“This is our third visit & we come back each year cos we love it.”

Great position for walking in to Stratford. Lovely house with everything you need. Wonderful hosts whose communication & attention to detail is great. Highly recommend.

- Judith, October 2023

Jean and I are so pleased that for the third time you had an enjoyable stay at No 5. Thank you for your comments We look forward to seeing you again next year.. Property Owner
Colin September 2023

“5 Albany Road is a lovely period house with some lovely features.”

It had everything we needed. the only minor grumble would be the number on the cooker dial have been worn/cleaned away and not being used to a gas oven it was a bit trial and error to get timings right but this did not spoil our stay in any way. The beds/bedding were extremely comfortable and we both enjoyed a good night sleep. Our dog Lucy enjoyed the garden and was mesmerised by the goldfish.

- Colin, September 2023

Many thanks for your comments and the fact that you enjoyed your stay at No 5. We will look into re instating the numbers on the cooker dial worn away by our enthusiastic cleaning team. Kind regards, Stephen & Jean. Property Owner
Rob July 2023

“Booked this property for the dog, wife and I and it was perfect.”

Everything we needed was provided. Lovely garden area to sit in the sun and bbq if needed. Location of the property is fantastic and we didn’t have to drive out the area once parked up. 10mins walk to everything and brilliant walks along the river. Would highly recommend

- Rob, July 2023

Delighted that you found your stay at No.5 gave you such a rewarding time. We hope to see you and your dog again. Property Owner
Shauni June 2023

“We had a lovely stay here, the owners had thought of everything from little mini shower gels to a lovely arrival gift of wine and chocolates, it’s in walking distance of the town and the house was lovely and clean it’s actually bigger than the pictures we thought.”

we wished we had stayed longer and we will definitely be booking again! X

- Shauni, June 2023

Thank you so much for your comments. We are pleased you found everything to your liking. We look forward to seeing you back for a longer stay. Stephen & Jean Property Owner
Christine June 2023

“We had a lovely few days at Albany Road.”

Stratford is a lovely town. There is so much to see and do without needing to take the car. The house is spacious, very clean, comfortable and very well equipped. I think the owners have thought of everything. Many thanks for the welcome note, wine, chocolates, biscuits and Pip (the dog) loved his treats too. I loved the sun room, but my only niggle is, that I couldn’t sit in there for very long, as the chairs are not that comfortable even though I doubled up on the cushions. We would highly recommend the property and would love to stay again.

- Christine, June 2023

We are pleased that you found No 5 an ideal stay for exploring Stratford on Avon and look forward to welcoming you and pip the dog for another stay. Property Owner
Susan June 2023

“Had a lovely weeks stay at Albany Rd.”

perfect location for town, river/canal and country walks. Comfortable bed, sofas, plus kitchen fully equipped with everything you could want, nothing overlooked. The garden was lovely, very private, a real bonus, as we had our dog with us we spent more time in the garden/property than we would normally due to the extremely hot weather (too hot for our dog). No issues with parking plenty of spaces any time of day. Lovely welcome pack with wine, chocolates, milk and biscuits, much appreciated. If we visited Stratford again we would definitely stay at this property.

- Susan, June 2023

Thank you for your charming comments. We are extremely pleased that you found everything at No 5 to your liking. June is such a lovely month with the roses in full bloom in the garden. We look forward to welcoming you and your dog back in the not too distant future. Kind regards, Stephen and Jean. Property Owner
lesley June 2023

“Thank you for a lovely stay - perfect host Your welcome gifts and items left to enhance our experience were very much appreciated .”

The house was very spacious and homely and the host had thought of everything , including dvd’s, books and games. The kitchen was very well equipped to prepare and serve family meals and the bedrooms had plenty of storage space, comfortable beds and dressing tables with hairdryers. Fabulous location - few mins walk to centre and we were able to enjoy the Midlands Air show 20 mins away and the beautiful villages in the Cotswolds from 30 mins drive The parking permit for 1 car was great and there are several car parks from £12 per 24 hrs for second cars minutes from the house.

- lesley, June 2023

Thank you very much for your glowing review. As we have said in previous reviews we really do try extremely hard to make sure everything at No 5 is as perfect as it can be, baring in mind the period and design of the property. Your comments perfectly reflect the energy we put into getting it right. We look forward to welcoming you back. Property Owner
Bruce May 2023

“We were visiting the lovely town of Stratford-upon-Avon from the United States and booked this property for a three-night stay.”

The home is located within walking distance of the train station, shops, and the Shakespeare attractions. It is on a through road and near a major thoroughfare so there is some traffic noise during the day. It was fairly quiet at night. Although it is an older home it is well maintained and the carpet and furnishings were clean and in good condition. The kitchen was large, recently renovated, and fully stocked. The bathroom situation was not ideal with the toilet in a small room with no sink but the only way to fix that would be to tear down a wall and make the bathroom bigger. The welcome gifts were a nice touch and the owners responded to our questions quickly. There are a few things that would make this rental go from good to great. Firstly, the bedrooms need blackout drapes. These are critical in the summer when the sun rises so early. The TV should be replaced with a larger smart model so guests can stream movies and TV shows. And lastly, portable fans are needed since the bedrooms tend to get stuffy at night.

- Bruce, May 2023

We were disappointed to hear your comments regarding No 5 bearing in mind other reviews on the site. This property was built around 1912 and as such has a lot of original features of the period making it difficult to make major alterations to the property. Making the bathroom bigger by removing the wall would be a super idea but at the cost of having a very small double bedroom. Likewise there is no room in the toilet for a hand basin without removing a wall and making a bedroom smaller. We provide hand gel instead and the bathroom is a few steps away. You rightly say we responded quickly to your query about ‘was there a fan in the property’ as I immediately offered to bring one down for you. You said not to worry it was only a minor thing. I have stayed in many good quality hotels and have yet to find one that offers anything more than a basic TV. When I travel abroad I often find traditional accommodation different to what one is used to at home and I think this needs to be born in mind. Property Owner
Chris April 2023

“A great location, spotlessly clean and very thoughtful hosts.”

Thank you for a wonderful stay.

- Chris, April 2023

Thank you for your positive feed back. It’s very rewarding to us as hosts to know that we have delivered a comfortable and rewarding stay at No 5. We look forward to seeing you again. Property Owner
Mike April 2023

“Our 3rd visit to the property, and as always a warm welcome from the owners.”

The property is in an excellent location from Stratford town centre with parking, very clean and airy but with a homely feel.The owners have thought of everything you could possibly need and more! Thanks once again Jean and Stephen, we had a great holiday.

- Mike, April 2023

Delighted to have had you back for the third time ! We do our very best to make everybody welcome and comfortable and your kind comments reflect this. Jean and I can’t wait to see you back for visit number 4. We will look out some flags for the occasion !! Property Owner
Danielle April 2023

“Amazing find.”

We had a fab stay at Albany Road. We just wish we could have stayed longer. Perfect for 4 adults, 2 children and an infant. Lovely gesture of wine and chocolates. Well equipped, we cooked in everynight. Garden was lovely in the sun shine. We had 2 cars, one parked outside with the permit and the other in a nearby car park. The location is ideal, everything on the door stop. Stratford is a beautiful place. Lots of lovely little shops, restaurants and bars/pubs. We spent hours at the park, playing mini golf, on a boat and playing football. Would definitely recommend!

- Danielle, April 2023

Thank you for your kind comments. So very pleased that you and your family found No 5 a perfect stay. We look forward to seeing you again. Property Owner
Jane March 2023

“Lovely, comfortable cottage in a great location 5 minutes walk from Stratford town centre.”

Very well equipped with everything you need. Comfy beds with nice bedding.

- Jane, March 2023

Delighted that you enjoyed your stay at No 5 and appreciated the hard work we put into making your visit enjoyable. We look forward to seeing you again. Property Owner
Mandy March 2023

“Lovely house - home from home.”

Warm and cosy in the cold weather. Great location for the beautiful town and also for visiting the Cotswolds too. Everything we needed. We really appreciated the extra little touches and essentials. Thank you for a memorable time with our family.

- Mandy, March 2023

So pleased you enjoyed your stay at No 5. We look forward to seeing you again. Property Owner
Tracy February 2023

“House is well equipped, feels like a home from home.”

Just missing a Smart TV so can watch on demand of an evening/ morning. Good location, close to the town and parking no problem with the permit provided. Small toilets and sinks in a separate room but not sure much can be done about that. We enjoyed our stay. Thank you.

- Tracy, February 2023
Stephanie November 2022

“We had a lovely time.”

The house was perfect for us and so close to the centre of Stratford. The chocolates and wine left by the hosts were really aporeciated. I highly recommend this property and would dedinitely stay here again.

- Stephanie, November 2022

We are pleased you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you back soon. The Owners. Property Owner
Judith November 2022

“Our 2nd fabulous stay at this lovely house.”

Very well equipped, high quality linen, immaculately clean. Will definitely be back.

- Judith, November 2022

Excellent ! We look forward to seeing you again. Stephen&Jean, Owners. Property Owner
Emma October 2022

“The property is beautiful and in a great location.”

Unfortunately when we arrived the property hadn’t been cleaned at all- however after getting in touch this was rectified and they were very apologetic. It was just a bit of a sour/stressful start to the trip unfortunately.

- Emma, October 2022

As the owners of the property we were equally annoyed that the property hadn’t been cleaned by the time of your arrival. I understand from the cleaning company that a team of three arrived within half an hour of your call to us, to rectify their oversight. I also understand by way of an apology they left you a large box of chocolates and flowers. We are however pleased that you found the cottage beautiful and in a great location. Stephen and Jean, owners. Property Owner
Beverley September 2022

“Lovely house in excellent location”

- Beverley, September 2022
Lorna September 2022

“The house was spotlessly clean and very well positioned for a weekend in Stratford.”

The wine and chocolates were a lovely touch and we had a fantastic stay. The only thing that was a little tricky were the small toilets, as my father has restricted mobility. But we managed fine in the end and all thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

- Lorna, September 2022
Rachel September 2022

“A beautiful home within a short walk of Stratford's main street and shops, and a gorgeous back garden to enjoy too.”

We loved our stay here and would highly recommend

- Rachel, September 2022

We are pleased you enjoyed your stay at No. 5 and hope to see you again before too long. Property Owner
Mike August 2022

“Our second visit to Albany Rd.”

Another great stay everything we needed, home feels very welcoming and the wine and chocs went down very well. Very clean comfy beds, lovely conservatory to sit and enjoy the garden which is ideal for the dog . The house is in the perfect position for walking into town and down to the river in quiet residential area with No problem parking outside property. Thanks Jean and Stephen, will definitely return ☺️

- Mike, August 2022

Many thanks for your kind comments. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you back another time. Stephen & Jean, owners. Property Owner
Nick August 2022

“Amazing location, parking outside house, lovely walks for the dog, comfortable, ...”

Amazing location, parking outside house, lovely walks for the dog, comfortable, everything you need available, like others have said toilets are very small, would I recommend absolutely

- Nick, August 2022

Thank you for your kind comments. With regard to the toilets, unfortunately the design of this period building does not allow us to make alterations to them. We are pleased to see this does not colour your overall view of No. 5 and that you highly recommend it. With regards, Stephen & Jean, owners. Property Owner
Dawn August 2022

“This is our third visit to this property.”

It is perfectly situated, large and comfortable for a super holiday in a central location with lots of places to visit. Lovely welcome gifts left by kind owners which we very much enjoyed. The owners have made improvements such as a blind in bathroom and small coffee tables from other people’s feedback. Importantly for us, it has a comfortable king size bed. Well equipped large kitchen which was easy to cook in and then Lambs for a few meals. Lovely private quiet garden and the children love feeding the fish. Although only a couple of minutes walk into Stratford upon Avon, it was quiet at night and could sleep with windows open. We will be back! Wish we could stay longer.

- Dawn, August 2022

Many thanks for your review. It’s always nice to see that guests have noted that we have continued to make improvements where ever possible. The comfort of our guests is paramount and our number one priority for an enjoyable stay. We look forward to welcoming you back in 2023. Stephen & Jean. Owners. Property Owner
Jane June 2022

“We have stayed in this house before and enjoy the space inside and little garden at the back.”

On both visits we had no trouble parking outside the property with the parking permit provided. Jean and Stephen, the owners, are attentive and generous and, as we stayed for 2 weeks this time, we had a change of bedding and towels mid-stay. The location is central on a quiet street and there is plenty hot water, a good heating system and a little shop just round the corner. The main bathroom has no wc but there are two separate toilets - one on both floors. These are certainly pretty small if that's of relevance to you. There are plenty of homely touches in the house and the middle bedroom has a lovely new bed so is as comfortable as the other beds now. I think the owners are to be commended on the fact that they have updated the once worn bed, dining room chairs, sun room furniture and sofas so the house is certainly well maintained and a real pleasure to visit. Overall, the house is traditional , spacious and charming and we'd hope to visit again.

- Jane, June 2022

Many thanks for your kind comments. We constantly strive to give our guests a comfortable stay. We look forward to seeing you again at No 5. Property Owner
Jane May 2022

“Perfect location, close to the centre but still very quiet.”

Beautifully clean and lots of nice little touches - a nice bottle of wine and some chocolates on arrival, biscuits, nice shower gel etc. Pretty enclosed garden ideal for the dog. Very highly recommended.

- Jane, May 2022

Thank you for your kind words. We are pleased that you found No5 a rewarding stay and that are efforts to maintain a high standard met with your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you and your dog again. Stephen and Jean. Owners. Property Owner
Mike March 2022

“Had a lovely stay, the house is homely and has lots of it’s original character The owners have gone out of their way to think of everything even down to a welcome note, wine and chocs.”

It was so nice that our little dog was made to feel welcome too! The garden is great for the dog and is secure. The beds were spotless and very comfy. The house is in a great spot so close to the centre of town. Would definitely return.

- Mike, March 2022

Thank you for your kind words and lovely card. It is always nice when guests appreciate the hard work we put in to making sure your stay is a comfortable and rewarding one. We look forward to welcoming you again at No 5. Stephen and Jean. (Owners) Property Owner
Julie March 2022

“Beautiful cottage, spotlessly clean in a fabulous location.”

Everything you could possibly need for a perfect stay was thought of and provided. Lovely welcome card and gifts too!

- Julie, March 2022

Many thanks for your lovely comments which are much appreciated We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Stephen & Jean. Property Owner
Louise December 2021

“Fantastic accommodation, stayed here twice now and will do so again.”

Perfect for the markets in Rother Street. Lovely garden, not overlooked. Plenty of room to relax. Well equipped kitchen. Quiet area, not disturbed by noise. Very comfy beds.

- Louise, December 2021
Caroline November 2021

“A lovely property - a home from home.”

The property was clean and comfortable, we really enjoyed staying here. It has a lovely little garden and it's full of character. The property had everything you could need. The owners left a lovely little welcome gift of wine, cookies & chocolates. They even made sure there was milk in the fridge. The house is centrally located and a very short walk into the town centre. The only negative we could find was the power of the shower, but it wasn't really a major issue, just a bit tricky if your washing long hair. :-) We would recommend the property and we would stay again

- Caroline, November 2021
Judith November 2021

“Fabulous house with everything you need for a comfortable stay.”

Very well equipped kitchen. Fantastic position for access to Stratford town centre. Bathroom could do with a revamp & a shower cubicle & bath sheets for everyone (as we had some bath towels that really aren’t big enough) but these 2 small things wouldn’t stop us staying there again. Highly recommend.

- Judith, November 2021
Jane October 2021

“The location is excellent.”

The downstairs living space is good - comfortable sofas and chair, good dinning room table and chairs, large kitchen. The dishwasher is half size. In the middle bedroom, the springs in the bed sag dreadfully so that your feet are higher than your head and it is uncomfortable. The beds in the twin room are very uncomfortable. The toilets are so small, they are difficult to get out of and there are no sinks to wash your hands in them.

- Jane, October 2021

Thank you for your feedback. A new bed and mattress have now be installed at the property. The owner of No.5 Property Owner
Angela October 2021

“We had an enjoyable stay, the only suggestion would be to replace the bed in the double room as the springs on the base have gone.”

- Angela, October 2021

Thank you for your feedback. We take the comfort and well being of our customers seriously. The choice of mattress can be subjective but as a result of your comments a new bed and mattress are on order and will be installed as soon as we have a delivery date. The owner of No.5 Property Owner
Peter October 2021

“All very good.”

Nice place in good location. Wifi a little slow

- Peter, October 2021
Margaret September 2021

“Nice, comfortable house with all we needed for our stay and very near the centre of Stratford and all the great things on offer there.”

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- Margaret, September 2021
Rachel September 2021

“We really enjoyed our stay at the house it had everything we needed and the chocolates and wine left for us were a lovely welcome touch.”

Gorgeous garden to relax in and very close to main town centre with a good variety of restaurants and pubs. Would definately stay again!

- Rachel, September 2021
Laurent September 2021

“The cottage was fine.”

A few things could be improved. A few small tables would help for drinks etc. As we sat in lounge there was no other place than the centre coffee table which cannot be reached unless you get up and down. Bathroom could do with a blind as though you cannot see from outside in, in evenings, you would definitely see silhouettes etc which stopped our party having baths after long walks. The garden is great but the constant pump noise of the pond is definitely more than the trickle it should be and stopped us staying in for long periods. Finally we came by train and used buses etc and could have done with a shopper trolley as the shops are a way away. Little details... otherwise good beds, very very clean too...

- Laurent, September 2021

Thank you for your comments. Our primary concern is for the comfort and well being of our guests. The blind for the bathroom is on the list to be done, but as bookings to date have been consecutive we have not wanted to disturb existing guests. The only sound from the pond is the gentle trickle of water which most people find relaxing. The pump is submerged and totally silent. Whatever background noise you have heard is nothing to do with No 5. I am not aware of any holiday let or hotel supplying shopping trolleys for their guests. Kind regards the owners. Property Owner
Carole June 2021

“This house was perfect for us.”

Excellent situation - all areas of historic Stratford within easy walking distance. The house itself is charming - a lovely mix of period features/furniture and modern. Very comfortable and well equipped. We especially enjoyed the garden and the fish! Also a lovely gesture of the owners to leave us chocolates and wine on arrival. One tiny thing - may we suggest a blind for the bathroom for those who are less exhibitionist than us....

- Carole, June 2021
Pushpa June 2021

“We had a lovely relaxing week.”

The accommodation is well situated for easy access to the town.

- Pushpa, June 2021
Jill May 2021

“This is definitely not a four key/star property.”

The photos show that is is not very modern but not to the full extent. It is extremely outdated. The two toilets are extremely small - the one upstairs is absolutely tiny and does not even have a wash basin. There was no corkscrew which is an essential in a holiday cottage! The plus side is the location which is excellent for walking into the centre of town.

- Jill, May 2021

Thank you for providing us with your feedback. With reference to your comments about your stay at No 5, the property dates to the early 20th C and as such the toilet on the first floor is on the small side and hence no wash hand basin could be fitted. The bathroom with wash hand basin is almost next door. We provide wine and chocolates as part of a welcome pack and a combined bottle opener with corkscrew recessed in the handle is supplied with utensils in the Kitchen, easy to overlook. You will see from the photographs on the website that the property is beautifully appointed with a range of modern and period furniture and as such is a true representation of expectation. Thank you very much for your comments and for taking the time to let us know your thoughts. Customer feedback is very important to help us continually improve our standards. Best wishes, The Owners of 5 Albany Road. Property Owner
Jane October 2020

“We found 5 Albany Road to be a most comfortable home from home.”

Ideally located; a mere five minutes walk to the centre of town, and with a delightfully quaint rear garden. The additional sun room was a particularly pleasant feature with patio doors leading outside to garden furniture, lawn and pond. There were washing facilities and a washing line which, I imagine, might be useful to some as well as an iron and ironing board. The kitchen is large and bright and the dining room has a generous sized table with dining chairs which have been replaced with more modern ones since the photographs were originally taken. We found having two WC's very "convenient" indeed (one upstairs and one downstairs) and there was a plethora of towels and toiletries for our use. The owners left a lovely card and gift which offered a warm welcome. We parked without issue right outside the front door, making use of on-street parking with the house's free parking permit. All in all, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this as a delightful holiday home. We certainly hope to stay here again on our regular trips to Stratford Upon Avon.

- Jane, October 2020
Michelle October 2020

“The home was well equipped with everything we would need.”

It was ideally located less than a 5 minute walk in to the town. It was perfect for a relaxing break for me and my family and I would definitely recommend and would definitely stay again. Was a lovely touch from the owners leaving us a welcome post card with a bottle of wine and some chocolates. Thank you

- Michelle, October 2020
Sue September 2020

“Albany Road is the perfect place to stay in Stratford Upon Avon.”

The house was spotless and very comfortable with the added bonus of the secluded, tranquil and sunny back garden. It is situated minutes from all the major attractions of Stratford so we found that once parked we didn't need to use our car at all. One thing to be aware of is the stairs are steep which could be an issue for elderly and infirm humans and dogs. The house was the perfect home from home and we look forward to returning.

- Sue, September 2020
Gary September 2020

“Just like to tell you what a great week we had in Stratford upon Avon.”

Our cottage was in the perfect location. A five minute walk away from from the town centre. Plenty to see in the local area, including Warwick Castle, and the beautiful Boulton on the Water. Our cottage was well equipped, with just about everything you could need. There were just a couple of things that we may have benefited from. It had a washing machine, but not a tumble dryer. Not a problem in nice weather, as the rear garden is a real suntrap. But could be a problem if the property is available all year. Also there was no feedback book for the previous visitors to leave any recommendations for places or restaurants to visit. That would have been nice. Other than that, we would definitely recommend the property, as the location is just perfect. A 5 minute walk and you're in Stratford upon Avon. Local supermarkets are a short drive away, so no need to take the kitchen sink away with you.

- Gary, September 2020
Laura August 2020

“We loved this house!”

It was comfortable and clean, the beds were comfortable and the garden was brilliant for our dog and small children as it was completely enclosed with high walls and gate. Its more spacious than it looks on pictures. They loved feeding the fish in the covered pond. The location was absolutely brilliant, a couple of minutes walk and you were in the middle of stratford. Its also well placed for quite a few national trust properties. Stratford itself is beautiful, we would live to visit again and would defintely book this house again. Thank you.

- Laura, August 2020

Thank you so much for your feedback regarding your stay at No. 5. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you or your friends back for another visit. Property Owner
Matthew August 2020

“Comfortable cottage; close to centre, but still very quiet.”

Just to note that the directions should say at the end, the property is on the left, not the right! Would also recommend that some attention is paid to the windows that are hard to open.

- Matthew, August 2020

Thank you for your feedback. Modern double glazed windows can sometimes be confusing and we have not had previous reports of a fault. Our owner team is always on hand to assist and this is the quickest way to sort any problems that may arise. Property Owner
Andrew March 2020

“A good central location.”

Very quite. A lovely well equipped roomy house. A really nice, sunny enclosed garden. Very clean

- Andrew, March 2020
Elizabeth February 2020

“This house is perfectly situated for Stratford town centre and is spacious and welcoming.”

We had such a lovely weekend here, thank you!

- Elizabeth, February 2020
Julie December 2019

“A lovely house in a great location in a quiet street close to centre of Stratford .”

The house was decorated for Christmas and the owners had left wine ,xmas crackers and a card which was a lovely start to the holiday.we have stayed in a few different properties in Stratford but my family decided that this was the best so far,very clean with fresh towels and bedding and lots of space for family of five.My only minor complaint is that the settees are quite low .would like to stay here again .

- Julie, December 2019

Many thanks for your review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to seeing you again. Property Owner
Linda December 2019

“Really enjoyed our Christmas stay at this property.”

Plenty of room for six people. Thank you so much for the Christmas touches especially the Christmas tree it was a real one! A cosy home from home feeling. The location is quiet and within easy walking distance to the town centre and main attractions of Stratford-upon-Avon. The house was fully equipped with everything you needed.

- Linda, December 2019
Louise December 2019

“As I have mobility issues, this accommodation was close to town.”

Very well equipped, stair and shower rails. Toilet facilities upstairs and downstairs. The kitchen was extremely well equipped and very clean. The beds were very comfy

- Louise, December 2019
Lindsay October 2019

“This quirky house is ideally placed for a gentle walk into the centre of Stratford.”

The house was bigger than I'd expected, with a large lounge/dining room and kitchen. The kids were thrilled to be able to feed the fish in the covered pond. The owner was very quick to respond and helpful when needed. The kids would have appreciated a more up to date TV system in order to access Netflix or Internet, but we managed fine with free view in the end. I had no trouble parking outside the property using the supplied permit. I'd read conflicting reviews about the comfort of the beds, so hopefully this might help. I have fibromyalgia, so rely on having a comfortable bed to ensure my pain levels don't increase. I found the house a bit like the 3 bears home - the large double bed was quite firm and too hard for me, the smaller double bed was very soft and cushioning but a little too soft for me, but the two single beds were just right! I chose this property based on the reviews saying the beds were comfortable as the last time I stayed away I ended up not sleeping properly and in a lot of pain. That didn't happen this time. Altogether I would recommend this property.

- Lindsay, October 2019

Thank you for your informative and well balanced review. Your note regarding Netflix has been taken on board and will be installed shortly. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay at No. 5 and look forward to seeing you again. Property Owner
Kelly October 2019

“I dislike complaing and I am now at another of your properties that exceeds expectations (my cousin letted) the Tudor Rose in Montacutr.”

The spacious of 5 Albany Rd and location were excellent. However the attention to detail was not what I have come to expect. The toilet seat upstairs needs tightening. The handle end keeps coming off as well..The beds were not properly supportive nor were the sofas. But what was most annoying was the stained and filthy carpet that really needs replacing . This could be a 4 star property with those improvements. The potential is there. As I said overall location, furnishing and welcome pack all good. We did not have a dog and this would be a great house for one. On the other ha s the Tudor Rose incredible and your photos do not do it justice.This is what I have come to expect. I truly hope this helps you make improvements.

- Kelly, October 2019

Many thanks for your feedback. I am pleased to confirm that the toilet seat has been replaced. The little decorative knob on the end of the toilet handle has been secured. The beds are all brand new, and many people comment on their comfort but this is down to personal preference. The stained carpet you refer to, is a very small stain below a radiator from a historic leak, but we take on board your comments. Property Owner
Mike September 2019

“We had a lovely week.”

The house was well equipped. Fantastic location with everywhere walkable. The sun room and garden were really pleasant. We would definitely recommend.

- Mike, September 2019
Betty August 2019

“Situated in a very convenient place to walk to Stratford-on-Avon town, the river and attractions, it had the added advantage of a residents car parking permit.”

We were always able to find a place. The garden room, looking out onto a pretty well planned garden, is lovely and has the sun most of the day. It is a very spacious cottage with room for six people to sleep comfortably. It is very useful having two toilets but a little hand basin would have been nice! We all had a most comfortable and enjoyable holiday, including our dog who was provided with a bed and bowls! Thank you!

- Betty, August 2019
Lee July 2019

“Great location to explore stratford 2 mins walk to centre house had a lovely ...”

Great location to explore stratford 2 mins walk to centre house had a lovely garden to relax and really comfy beds definitely reccomend

- Lee, July 2019
Peter July 2019

“Well stocked with kitchen and bathroom accessories.”

Comfortable, spacious and every utility worked with no issue. We would use again and the street pass was a must which was included in the price. Only issue was it was a little tired but that's probably due to being mid season. Like said will be back.

- Peter, July 2019
Derek June 2019

“The cottage would be more comfortable with much better toilet located downstairs.”

Other than that it is great.

- Derek, June 2019
Alan April 2019

“We loved our house - it was a great base for exploring Stratfors-Upon-Avon.”

5-10 minute walk to all the major attractions and in a very quiet street so lots of time to chill out and relax as well. The garden was a lovely space to relax. The house was very clean and it had lots of lovely period features. We would definitely like to come back and stay here again!

- Alan, April 2019
Samantha April 2019

“Overall we were very happy with our stay in the cottage.”

It was a great location, warm and comfortable. Our only complaints relate to being unable to find the appliance manual, the cleanliness of the draws in the front bedroom and cleanliness of the washing machine detergent tray which we washed before using.

- Samantha, April 2019
Margaret March 2019

“Fab cottage with everything you need.”

Very comfortable beds and well equipped kitchen. Lovely garden which we ate out in a couple of times as weather was wonderful Only thing was that for a couple of arthriticy oldies sofas were a tad low

- Margaret, March 2019
Anton December 2018

“We had some incorrect information before checking in from the website we booked on.”

However, we could get hold of Skyes on arrival and they managed to get in contact with the home owners for the correct code to enter the house. The place itself was very nice and warm, and very centrally located, making it easy to get around. The pictures accurately describes the house. We we're also able to contact the team half way through our stay when we accidently got locked out and the owners were kind enough to come round and let us in. The team at Skyes also handled the situation perfectly and rang us back to check on us after.

- Anton, December 2018
Nicola November 2018

“Great location, clean and tidy, well equipped, lovely garden, great for dog and expect would be fab in summer to sit outside.”

- Nicola, November 2018

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Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x double, 1 x twin
Bathroom with bath, hand held shower, shower over bath and basin
Separate WC
Ground floor WC
Kitchen
Sitting room with dining area and wall mounted electric fire
Sun room with seating for 4
Cot and Highchair
Coffee Machine
Gas central heating with electric fire
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, dishwasher tablets and washing powder are provided,TV with Freeview, radio, WiFi
3 Electric fans and 2+ hairdryers
Selection of books and games
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Pay and Display carpark 10 mins walk away
Lawned garden with patio area, including furniture with table and chairs to seat 6
One well-behaved dog welcome
Welcome Pack on arrival, including a bottle of wine
Sorry, no smoking
Shops, pubs and restaurants 5 mins walk
Shakespeare's birthplace and River Avon 5 mins walk
Note: There is a covered pond
Please note: Long stay parking available in Morrisons car park, Stratford railyway station and via the 'Just Park' scheme on the app (properties within 10 min walk maximum); Guests can load and unload outside the property for 1 hour

The property

5 Albany Road is a charming terraced cottage located in the village of Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire.

Hosting three bedrooms; a king-size, double, and a twin, along with a bathroom including a separate WC, this property can sleep up to six people.

Inside you will also find a ground floor cloakroom, kitchen, sitting room with dining area and wall mounted electric fire, along with a sun room hosting seating for four people.

To the outside is roadside parking with one parking permit outside cottage on first come first serviced basis, parking for one hour outside cottage, no return within 2 hours, along with a pay and display car park ten mins walk away.

There is also a lawned garden with patio, furniture and water feature.

Resting in a cultural setting, 5 Albany Road is a wonderful cottage in a superb part of England.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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About the location

STRATFORD-UPON-AVON

Warwick 9 miles; Royal Leamington Spa 12 miles.

Stratford-upon-Avon is steeped in history and culture and is set in the beautiful Warwickshire countryside, on the banks of the River Avon. The birthplace of William Shakespeare, Stratford is a popular tourist destination, featuring the world renowned Royal Shakespeare Company. Experience Olde England by visiting Shakespeare’s birthplace and other houses connected to his family. Open all year round, these fascinating buildings boast 16th century furnishings and beautiful grounds and gardens, allowing you to get a feel for Tudor life. The magnificent River Avon is bordered by landscaped parks and offers an array of activities including cruises, rowing and motorboat rides. Alternatively, visit the local National Trust properties, before sampling Stratford’s excellent restaurants and bars. Within easy reach of Warwick and the Cotswold villages of Stow-on-the-Wold and Moreton-in-Marsh, this is a perfect holiday destination all year round.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Our 5th stay at Albany Road.”

“Very good property in a fantastic location.”

“We had a lovely few days here and can definitely recommend it.”

“Lovely property and great location.”

“I can't speak highly enough of this property and would recommend it to anyone and everyone.”

“Perfect! This is our fourth visit to Albany Road.”

“We really enjoyed our stay in this property.”

“Fantastic location and great holiday your house is lovely our only complaint was the bedroom mattresses we would recommend you replace them asap otherwise we had a great stay, thank you.”

“What a lovely home, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.”

“Home from home, very comfort, will be back soon.”

“We spent a lovely weekend at the property with our sons and their girlfriends.”

“This was our second stay here.”

“A lovely, well equipped house, comfortably catering for 6 adults.”

“Really enjoyed our stay in this lovely well equipped house.”

“This is our third visit & we come back each year cos we love it.”

“5 Albany Road is a lovely period house with some lovely features.”

“Booked this property for the dog, wife and I and it was perfect.”

“We had a lovely stay here, the owners had thought of everything from little mini shower gels to a lovely arrival gift of wine and chocolates, it’s in walking distance of the town and the house was lovely and clean it’s actually bigger than the pictures we thought.”

“We had a lovely few days at Albany Road.”

“Had a lovely weeks stay at Albany Rd.”

“Thank you for a lovely stay - perfect host Your welcome gifts and items left to enhance our experience were very much appreciated .”

“We were visiting the lovely town of Stratford-upon-Avon from the United States and booked this property for a three-night stay.”

“A great location, spotlessly clean and very thoughtful hosts.”

“Our 3rd visit to the property, and as always a warm welcome from the owners.”

“Amazing find.”

“Lovely, comfortable cottage in a great location 5 minutes walk from Stratford town centre.”

“Lovely house - home from home.”

“House is well equipped, feels like a home from home.”

“We had a lovely time.”

“Our 2nd fabulous stay at this lovely house.”

“The property is beautiful and in a great location.”

“Lovely house in excellent location”

“The house was spotlessly clean and very well positioned for a weekend in Stratford.”

“A beautiful home within a short walk of Stratford's main street and shops, and a gorgeous back garden to enjoy too.”

“Our second visit to Albany Rd.”

“Amazing location, parking outside house, lovely walks for the dog, comfortable, ...”

“This is our third visit to this property.”

“We have stayed in this house before and enjoy the space inside and little garden at the back.”

“Perfect location, close to the centre but still very quiet.”

“Had a lovely stay, the house is homely and has lots of it’s original character The owners have gone out of their way to think of everything even down to a welcome note, wine and chocs.”

“Beautiful cottage, spotlessly clean in a fabulous location.”

“Fantastic accommodation, stayed here twice now and will do so again.”

“A lovely property - a home from home.”

“Fabulous house with everything you need for a comfortable stay.”

“The location is excellent.”

“We had an enjoyable stay, the only suggestion would be to replace the bed in the double room as the springs on the base have gone.”

“All very good.”

“Nice, comfortable house with all we needed for our stay and very near the centre of Stratford and all the great things on offer there.”

“We really enjoyed our stay at the house it had everything we needed and the chocolates and wine left for us were a lovely welcome touch.”

“The cottage was fine.”

“This house was perfect for us.”

“We had a lovely relaxing week.”

“This is definitely not a four key/star property.”

“We found 5 Albany Road to be a most comfortable home from home.”

“The home was well equipped with everything we would need.”

“Albany Road is the perfect place to stay in Stratford Upon Avon.”

“Just like to tell you what a great week we had in Stratford upon Avon.”

“We loved this house!”

“Comfortable cottage; close to centre, but still very quiet.”

“A good central location.”

“This house is perfectly situated for Stratford town centre and is spacious and welcoming.”

“A lovely house in a great location in a quiet street close to centre of Stratford .”

“Really enjoyed our Christmas stay at this property.”

“As I have mobility issues, this accommodation was close to town.”

“This quirky house is ideally placed for a gentle walk into the centre of Stratford.”

“I dislike complaing and I am now at another of your properties that exceeds expectations (my cousin letted) the Tudor Rose in Montacutr.”

“We had a lovely week.”

“Situated in a very convenient place to walk to Stratford-on-Avon town, the river and attractions, it had the added advantage of a residents car parking permit.”

“Great location to explore stratford 2 mins walk to centre house had a lovely ...”

“Well stocked with kitchen and bathroom accessories.”

“The cottage would be more comfortable with much better toilet located downstairs.”

“We loved our house - it was a great base for exploring Stratfors-Upon-Avon.”

“Overall we were very happy with our stay in the cottage.”

“Fab cottage with everything you need.”

“We had some incorrect information before checking in from the website we booked on.”

“Great location, clean and tidy, well equipped, lovely garden, great for dog and expect would be fab in summer to sit outside.”

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