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The Secret Garden - Your Private Stratford Escape!

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Private kitchen
Terrace/patio
Smart TV
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior detail

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6189 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Stratford, ON
  • Place, Stratford City Hall
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Avon Theatre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Avon River
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, London, ON (YXU-London Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

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About the area

Stratford

A stay at this vacation home places you in the heart of Stratford, within a 10-minute walk of Stratford City Hall and Avon Theatre. .This vacation home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Studio Theatre and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Shakespearean Gardens.
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What's nearby

  • Stratford City Hall - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Avon Theatre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Avon River - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Stratford-Perth Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Festival Theatre - 6 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Stratford Station - 13 min walk
  • London, ON (YXU-London Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brch & Wyn - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Jobsite Brewing Co - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Culture Cafe & Eatery - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Gilly's Pubhouse - ‬8 min walk

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 Secret Garden - Your Private Stratford Escape!

Welcome to The Secret Garden, a beautifully renovated historic bungalow steps from downtown Stratford. Nestled on a quiet street, this chic retreat features a spacious deck, meticulously manicured garden, & private backyard oasis. Inside discover a blend of historic charm & modern comfort with a bright, open interior perfect for families & groups. Enjoy free parking making it convenient to explore the nearby Stratford Festival and downtown shops. Escape to tranquility at The Secret Garden!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which has a kitchen. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a washing machine.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • Near the bay
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,034 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

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The Secret Garden - Your Private Stratford Escape! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary F.

Liked: Cleanliness
This lovely cottage had everything we needed for a great 3 day stay in Stratford. Very quaint and nicely decorated. Kitchen well equipped, and we enjoyed the outdoor deck. A bonus was that we were walking distance from just about everything, the Festival and Avon Theaters, Shakespeare Gardens, as well as nice dining. Would definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Helmut K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really nice kitchen set up. We didn't use the laundry. Shower next to 2nd bedroom is awkward; needs a faucet like the master bedroom shower. We enjoyed the downtown location. Appliances very "modern".
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay L.

Liked: Cleanliness
This house is centrally located with many amenities close by. The house is lovely. Communications were great. You got a response quite quickly. I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen J.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was very clean and well appointed. The he smaller bedroom could use a dresser for clothes and the bathroom could use towel hooks for wet towels.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed the quiet neighborhood and location, clean and well stocked. The stairs to the loft bedroom needed more handrails. Lighting was good but more mirrors and towel bars would be nice.(Five ladies need mirrors). The back deck was a nice place to gather!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home. Helpful host. Thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The space was well appointed and comfortable for our group. The kitchen was well stocked and the beds and furniture was very comfortable. The appliances all worked well and had plenty of space. We appreciated the washer and dryer to freshen towels etc. We are big walkers so theater distances were no problem walking for us. Overall this is an excellent property and is highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great accommodations. Clean. Close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location and excellent host.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful large comfortable home. Perfect for a theatre visit to Stratford. Walkable to Avon and downtown
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen H., Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place, extremely comfy beds, fine kitchen facilities and good grill if you plan to cook, attentive management.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen M., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness

A lovely stay

Perfect get away to visit Stratford with friends - responsive host and relaxing accommodations
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, clean, up to date. Would definitely come back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely spot and walkable to downtown Stratford.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great place to stay in Stratford. Renovated interior was very nice. Outdoor space was a bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mary Ann L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location , lovely house. Some challenges with communication. Overall would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margie G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Short Stay and Great Location

We had a lovely stay at The Secret Garden. The home was lovely, spacious, clean and depicted exactly as the pictures on the website. The location was also so convenient as we were able to walk to most places and enjoy the town.Brendan was a great host and his check-in and chek-out process was efficient.Thanks again for a lovely stay Brendan!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming cottage like outside, modern decor on the inside.Easy free parking on site. Easy check in, very clean ,well appointed modern kitchen, Comfortable and spacious for our group of 5. Our host Brendan was very prompt to respond to my queries. We had a great stay and enjoyed visiting the town of Stratford.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nigel P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Really lovely Place

Immaculate accommodation. Clean, modern, well equipped and decorated. Great location, a casual stroll to the town center, shops, restaurants and the Avon theatre. The rear two tier deck provides ample space for dining and lounging. Will certainly stay there again on our next visit to Stratford. Nige
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lee L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home Away

The house was lovely. A very comfortable stay. The stairs to the top floor were a bit of a challenge for anyone with mobility issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Shakespearean Delight

Attractive, well laid out property in easy walking distance to downtown Stratford. Well decorated guest & bedrooms including wall hangings which completed each room. Received a 3-page welcome email which gave us an entry code but didn’t receive a WiFi password. Received checkout information just before checkout time.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely home close to the Avon and downtown Stratford

The home was clean and comfortable and within walking distance of downtown Stratford. Beautifully decorated with a large modern kitchen. Comfortable beds and living room area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William B.

Liked: Cleanliness

All that was represented

Comfortable, clean and spacious. Had everything a guest needed including a terrific location for Stratford play goers
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024