Holiday Getaway - 7mins to Dtwn Theatres, 2KG/1QN, Games, Fire table, Sleeps 8
Welcome to our charming rural retreat, where we love hosting guests and making every stay extra special - plus we're only 7 minutes to downtown Stratford and 17mins from St. Mary's!
Many years ago this is the site of the Harmony Inn - a once thriving Mill town. Today our fully renovated 1200 sq ft heritage cottage is the perfect choice for your group meetup or theatre stay.
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Amenities Overview
Location: Short drive to downtown Stratford's vibrant attractions as well as St. Mary's event venue and golf courses - and Wildwood is just 12mins away.
Stylish Interiors: Modern amenities blend with historic charm for a chic experience. Completely renovated with updated windows, HVAC and pot lighting.
Outdoor Spaces: Multiple areas to relax and gather with friends & family.
Chef's Kitchen: Fully equipped with essential appliances and ample dining space. Plus we provide self serve breakfast items so you can get out and enjoy the day!
Farm Stand: Our local Farmer has a little year round stand with Beef, eggs and seasonal veggies - just 2 houses over!
Coffee/Tea Bar: Local coffee, teas, and equipment for a perfect morning start.
Side Deck and Patio: Features a propane fire table, seating, dining table for 8, and BBQ.
Back Porch: Once the original front porch and entrance now a covered area with seating.
Bedrooms: Cozy linens, multiple pillows, full-length mirrors, and USB charging ports. Large bedroom has 2 KING beds and smaller room 1 QUEEN bed. There is also a pop-up Queen sofa bed for groups over 6 guests.
Bathrooms: Main floor powder room and full bath with complimentary soaps and hair dryer, straightener, iron, steamer etc.
Entertainment: Board games, free high-speed WiFi, and 2 smart TVs with Roku.
Outdoor Games: Various lawn games like croquet, bocce, and a fire pit with local firewood.
Onsite Laundry: Convenient main floor washing machine and dryer for longer stays.
Support for Special Occasions: Options for wine, flowers, or local treats to celebrate milestones - message me to see how we can help.
Feel free to ask any questions about your stay!
Guests have full access to the Cottage minus the basement and upstairs closet which are dedicated to our cleaning staff and therefore locked. We do provide some basic cleaning supplies for guests should the need arise.
Outside guests have full access to the garden areas surrounding the Cottage and sitting areas. The fire pit on the other side of the fence can also be used by guests, just let us know if you’re interested so we can have local wood set aside for you. The back garden area and garage/barn on the property are reserved for the owner’s use when guests are not visiting.
We live nearby so let us know if there is anything you need, we are happy to help.
Our cottage is located at a main crossroad in a tiny farm community. The downtown Stratford restaurants, shops and smaller theatres are only a 7 minute drive away. There is also a small nature conservation area with walking trail only 500 feet from our home.
There is a large parking area for up to 5 vehicles with room to turn around.
We are in one of Stratford’s tiny farm communities so there is sometimes farm equipment, tractors and some road traffic at certain times of the day. We have a large parking area that guests can turn around in rather than backing out onto the roadway for everyone’s safety.
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Events
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Events require Host approval at booking plus fee.
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Pets
No pets allowed
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Lock the doors
Thank you for staying with us! Before leaving, please:
• Place used towels in bathtub
• Load dishes into the dishwasher
• Check for personal belongings
• Lock the door when you exit
Safe travels!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No unauthorized guests
Do not leave children unattended outside
Events pre-approved before booking
No smoking inside / outside
Respect our neighbours
Relax, have fun and reach out if you need anything - we are happy to help! Cheers :)
Important information
You need to know
Property # 5034279vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: Events require Host approval at booking plus fee.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Perth South
Located in Perth South, this holiday home is in a rural area and near a water park. Festival Theatre and Avon Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Shakespearean Gardens and Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
Stratford Municipal Golf Course - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
Avon River - 11 min drive - 7.9 km
Stratford-Perth Museum - 11 min drive - 7.9 km
Avon Theatre - 12 min drive - 8.2 km
Festival Theatre - 13 min drive - 8.6 km
Getting around
Stratford Station - 8 min drive
London, ON (YXU-London Intl.) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 9 min drive
Tim Hortons - 7 min drive
Tim Hortons - 8 min drive
McDonald's - 7 min drive
McDonald's - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Holiday Getaway - 7mins to Dtwn Theatres, 2KG/1QN, Games, Fire table, Sleeps 8 pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Getaway - 7mins to Dtwn Theatres, 2KG/1QN, Games, Fire table, Sleeps 8?
As of 12 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Getaway - 7mins to Dtwn Theatres, 2KG/1QN, Games, Fire table, Sleeps 8 on 30 Aug, 2026 start from S$443, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Holiday Getaway - 7mins to Dtwn Theatres, 2KG/1QN, Games, Fire table, Sleeps 8?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Holiday Getaway - 7mins to Dtwn Theatres, 2KG/1QN, Games, Fire table, Sleeps 8?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Holiday Getaway - 7mins to Dtwn Theatres, 2KG/1QN, Games, Fire table, Sleeps 8?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Holiday Getaway - 7mins to Dtwn Theatres, 2KG/1QN, Games, Fire table, Sleeps 8 located?
Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Avon Theatre, Shakespearean Gardens, and Festival Theatre. Stratford Farmers Market and Stratford Country Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This is one of our favourite places to stay, as it's a beautiful country home and the hosts, Carly and James, go above and beyond to make your stay amazing!
Al and Tanya
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct, 2025
Thank you Tanya!! Always a pleasure hosting your lovely family!! Looking forward to your next stay with us, cheers!! 😊
Amazing home to stay at. Very clean, host is very thoughtful and quick to answer any questions. Bedding and beds are very comfortable. Great location - very picturesque location. Decorated beautifully.
peggy u.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jan, 2024
We loved hosting your group - fantastic guests! We hope you will come and stay again next time you're visiting Stratford! Cheers!
The property is beautiful, sparkling clean, stocked with breakfast foods and treats for on-the-go. The patio was cozy with a nice fire table and lighting. The sleep arrangements were so comfortable...complete luxury. The hosts made sure that we had everything we would need for our visit and welcomed us with a lovely bottle of Rose wine. We will definitely love to stay again at this perfect place! Special birthday memories made. Thank you to our friendly hosts for this truly wonderful experience.
We enjoyed our stay very much. There was a lot to do in the house when we weren’t out in Stratford. The location is very convenient. Appreciated the stocked kitchen with everything we needed including some basic pantry items. Highly recommend and would stay here again if we are in the area again in the future.
This property is clean, organized and extremely comfortable, as well as beautifully decorated. This was our 2nd time here and we loved it again. Breakfast being included is a huge bonus. Bedding & beds were so comfortable that we didn't want to get up! Location is fantastic, so close to Stratford. The hosts are very attentive. We're hoping to book again for next winter. LOVE THIS PLACE!
Me and my two friends really enjoyed our stay! Clean, modern house, had a great vibe. Kitchen had everything you need, which was great as me and my friends like to cook. Carly was super kind. Loved our stay.
Kate Z.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Dec, 2023
Thanks Kate! It was great hosting all of you, hope to have you stay again.
This was a wonderful cottage. Very clean and welcoming. Location was a straight shot to downtown. Only drawback is the intersection it’s located on was quite busy.
It was a pleasure staying at this little farm house just a few minutes outside Stratford. The owners were kind enough to stock the fridge for our late arrival and the kitchen and bathrooms had everything we needed, plus extras in case of forgotten items. The beds were comfortable and the towels soft. Couldn’t say enough nice things about our stay!
our family truly enjoyed this lovely country
Home. it was very clean , and welcoming with a basket of goodies
the kitchen was very well equipped to
Prepare family meals.
we loved the fire table on the back porch.
highly recommend this home !!!
Cottage and property are absolutely delightful. The house is tastefully decorated, very clean and welcoming. Everything was thought of, fully stocked pantry and fridge, lots of towels, comfortable beds, indoor and outdoor games, right down to umbrellas and sunscreen. We would definitely stay here again.Thoroughly enjoyed out stay.
This was a fantastic experience, the property is lovely and the hosts made everything easy. We loved the games and the huge table in the well-stocked kitchen! The location is extremely convenient, five minutes directly into the heart of downtown Stratford. Will definitely be back!
Emily M.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jan, 2024
Hi Emily, it was a pleasure hosting you and your family. Thank you for the lovely review and we hope to see you again! Cheers!
Lots of effort has been put into the details to make this a very nice place to stay. The location is very close to Stratford. Fabulous property manager
The house is beautifully decorated and impeccably clean. So many provided amenities like bug spray, sunscreen, tons of tasty food and snacks provided. The outdoor space is gorgeous lots of seating and a fire pit. The host was awesome and very responsive to my needs before, during and after our stay. A very short drive to Stratford. 100% recommend staying here.
Property was warm and welcoming, meeting all our needs and then some, with plenty of space to visit and enjoy the outdoors. Everything we may have needed was on hand, from umbrellas to games. Hosts were wonderful and responsive and accessing the place was a breeze. We had a lovely family weekend away here and would book again. Located just a quick jaunt away from Stratford was perfect.
Very lovely stay. It very quiet, could see lots of stars at night. Also close enough to Stratford to attend events and gather groceries.
I was impressed by the variety of breakfast items and snacks.
Very clean and exactly as described.
Hosts were quick to respond when we had a question.
Perfect place to relax, and enjoy all the attractions and activities Stratford has to offer. A fabulous stay, with attention to every detail and then some. It definitely exceeded our expectations, and we look forward to returning in the future!
Sean Kathy and Ryan
How great not to have to worry about the facilities you are booking. This is our second time booking this cottage and plan to rebook a 3rd time if/when we make it out to the Stratford Festival next year.
Great location - so close to downtown, clean, spacious, comfortable beds and bedding, two bathrooms, fully stocked pantry and refrigerator, laundry facility, outdoor patio and so much more. I love this place.
Great location, beautiful decor, extremely clean, lots of indoor and outdoor games to play, large firepit to enjoy, two pretty patio areas to sit back and enjoy dinner and and a beverage on, and owners who are very easy to get ahold of if you have any type of question or request. They seemed to have thought of everything. We very much enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend!!
We really enjoyed our stay at Carly and James home. It was clean, comfortable, and pretty. There was lots of room for everyone and we had our immediate family Christmas in their home on Sunday. It was so nice to have a full kitchen and living room. They also had a little table and chairs for the 3 little ones. They had many amenities and it really felt like home. They also provided games for the kids and had a Christmas tree. We definitely will stay there again!
Al and Tanya
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
About the host
Hosted by Carly Harnadek
We've been hosting for over 3 years and have loved welcoming so many wonderful guests! While we're not Stratford natives, we’ve fallen in love with the charm of this town—so much so, we've moved here twice!
As a family with five kids, we truly understand the importance of a stress-free, well-equipped place to land. Our travels taught us how valuable comfort and thoughtful touches can be. That’s what inspired us to create warm, welcoming stays—both at our countryside Cottage and our tranquil Suite in town.
We love gardening, growing colorful flowers and fresh veggies, and dreaming up new projects to make each space even more special. We hope you feel right at home here, just as we do.
Why they chose this property
We fell in love with the rich history of Harmony—the Cottage was once part of an inn that served a hamlet with two working mills. You’ll spot little nods to that past in the décor, with curated trinkets and stories tucked throughout. Harmony was once poised to be the hub of Perth county, well until the Grand Trunk Railroad came through. Today it thrives as a farm community with rolling hills and creeks carving out the land.
You can get a taste of the area from our Neighbour's farm stand called Harmony Rooted - fresh eggs and beef!
What makes this property unique
The name of the hamlet - Harmony - said it all. With over an 1/2 acre of land available to guests, peaceful countryside views, and big-horned cattle nearby, it offered the rural feel we craved—while being just minutes from Stratford’s lively downtown and world-class theatre. The perfect balance of Harmony!
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