Is Winter's Tale dog friendly?

Yes, Winter's Tale welcomes up to two dogs. The cottage has an enclosed private garden for them to use safely, and a glass-roofed sun room that sits handily between indoors and the garden — useful for a wet dog who needs somewhere to pause before coming inside.

Are dogs allowed at Winter's Tale year round?

The listing doesn't specify seasonal restrictions, so it's worth contacting the owners directly to confirm availability for your dates. What the cottage offers doesn't change with the season — the enclosed garden, the sun room, and the two sitting rooms are there whatever time of year you visit.

What should I know before visiting Winter's Tale with my dog?

The cottage is an old building with beams throughout and at least one low door frame, so take a slow walk round when you arrive to get your bearings — the owners flag the low points in writing. Once you're settled, the enclosed garden is a safe space for dogs, and Anne Hathaway's Cottage is just down the field path, where dogs are welcome on a lead through the grounds.

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Winter's Tale

Shottery, Warwickshire

A chocolate box thatched cottage for four in the historic hamlet of Shottery, with original beams, a glass roofed sun room, an enclosed private garden and two dogs welcome.

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Winter's Tale is a quintessential thatched cottage in Shottery, the historic hamlet where Anne Hathaway was born, set among a cluster of character properties less than 2 miles from the heart of Stratford-upon-Avon. This chocolate box, dog friendly cottage sleeps four, with room for two dogs, and its lovely, secluded garden is enclosed and private.

The cottage is full of charm, with wonderful original beams, wooden floors, characterful furniture and intriguing trinkets. The lounge pairs a comfy sofa with a Smart TV and an electric fire styled on a wood burner. The furniture is not for dogs, and the owner has provided dog friendly alternatives, so the two of them have comfortable places of their own to settle.

Just off the lounge is the light, bright dining area and sun room under its glass roof, a sociable place for meals from the well appointed kitchen or a quiet hour with a book. From there a drink goes out into the pretty, enclosed private garden, where the patio and outdoor furniture make dining alfresco easy, and the dogs follow the drink out to explore. Upstairs are two unique, quirky bedrooms, double and twin, with a peaceful second lounge between them, and a stairgate is fitted at the bottom of the stairs.

Many waymarked paths lead walkers and dogs out across the area, the Heart of England Way among them, along with canal paths and historic routes. Stratford, the birthplace of Shakespeare, is close at hand, Warwick and its impressive castle are 10.5 miles away, and Charlecote Park, Coughton Court and Cotswold villages such as Chipping Campden are all within reach.

We research every description carefully and believe it to be accurate, but details can change. Please confirm anything important, especially dog rules, with the booking agent or property owner before you book.

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from £610 for 7 nights

Winter's Tale takes 2 dogs and is booked through holidaycottages.co.uk.

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At a Glance

Dogs Welcome: 2 dogs
Enclosed Garden: Yes; After a busy day out and about, take a drink out from the sun room into the pretty, enclosed private garden
Sleeps: 4 guests
Rooms: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
Price: from £610 / 7 nights
Grading: 4 star
Arrival: in from 15:00, out by 10:00
Facilities: Parking, Wifi

Winter's Tale from £610 for 7 nights

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Winter's Tale dog friendly?
Yes, Winter's Tale welcomes up to two dogs. The cottage has an enclosed private garden for them to use safely, and a glass-roofed sun room that sits handily between indoors and the garden — useful for a wet dog who needs somewhere to pause before coming inside.
Are dogs allowed at Winter's Tale year round?
The listing doesn't specify seasonal restrictions, so it's worth contacting the owners directly to confirm availability for your dates. What the cottage offers doesn't change with the season — the enclosed garden, the sun room, and the two sitting rooms are there whatever time of year you visit.
What should I know before visiting Winter's Tale with my dog?
The cottage is an old building with beams throughout and at least one low door frame, so take a slow walk round when you arrive to get your bearings — the owners flag the low points in writing. Once you're settled, the enclosed garden is a safe space for dogs, and Anne Hathaway's Cottage is just down the field path, where dogs are welcome on a lead through the grounds.