With a stay at this vacation home in Perth South, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Festival Theatre and Stratford Municipal Golf Course. .This family-friendly vacation home is 28.5 mi (45.8 km) from University of Waterloo and 4.1 mi (6.5 km) from Avon Theatre.
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.
NEW for 2025!! We've updated all the furniture, bedding and decor... come check out our NEW curated designer space!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. 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 microwave, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
A complimentary breakfast is included.
Featured amenities include laundry facilities and a water dispenser.
A complimentary breakfast is offered.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Electric car charging station on site
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Water dispenser
Dining
Free breakfast available
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift (single-level property)
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
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
Deadbolt lock
General
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Double-glazed windows
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Eco-friendly toiletries
Electric car charging station
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Recycling
Towels (changed on request)
Unit size: 1,200 square feet
Water dispenser
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
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
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Highchair, playpen, toys & games upon request.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 41 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Carolyn p.
18 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property & location!!! The host was very responsive to any of our questions, needs. Recommend highly!!
Carolyn p.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Al and Tanya
13 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
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
10/10 Excellent
Shelley C.
17 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We stayed for 3 nights at this wonderful cottage, to be close to St. Mary's Golf and Country Club for our daughter's wedding. Carly's attention to details are incredible. If you need something, I'm sure she has it in a basket somewhere near by. The cottage is very comfortable inside and out. The cleanliness was impeccable. We had outdoor games to play, a fire table, a natural fire and lots of comfortable outdoor seating to use. The cottage was spacious and the beds are very comfortable. She made us feel very welcome from the minute we opened the door. I only wished we had more time to relax and enjoy. Carly's communication was quick and easy and she was willing to accommodate me any way that she could. Hoping we can book again sometime. Thanks Carly for a wonderful stay!!!
Shelley C.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Moira M.
9 Sept 2025
Moira M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Paula F.
22 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Paula F.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
peggy u.
24 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
AMAZING place to stay!
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!
peggy u.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Al and Tanya
24 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
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
10/10 Excellent
Darcy L.
9 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home
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.
Darcy L.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Haddad J.
3 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Cottage
Great location. Beautiful property. Extremely helpful host. Went the extra mile for us. Can't wait to visit again.
Haddad J.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Moira M.
22 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Simply wonderful
Carly and James have thought of so many details that make one feel at home. From utensils, cookware, tin foil, salt, some staples in the cupboards, the toiletry items we forget or run out of when traveling, to caring comfort items like waterproof blankets for the outdoor deck furniture. Their home is immaculate. Their instructions and helpful advice about the area are so helpful. It was a joy to make the quick 10 minute drive past farms to see our daily performances at the Stratford festival. (It really is a 10 minute straight one road drive to the festival. We arrived exhausted from work and travel. We left feeling rested and restored after a week’s stay. Thank you to our wonderful hosts!
Moira M.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Patricia I.
17 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A gem in Harmony!
Attention to detail, unexpected amenities, wonderful decor. Location excellent relative to Stratford.
Patricia I.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mike B.
12 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
As nice as advertised
Nice & clean property, kitchen well suited for family brunch before heading into Stratford for an afternoon play.
Must have car, closest corner store is several kms away, but there’s ample parking for multiple cars in the driveway. Door-to-door drive to theatres is actually less than 10min
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.
John W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lori T.
22 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
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.
The place exceeded my expectations. I definitely recommend it and I would stay there again when attending the Stratford Festival.
Geneviève
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Suzanne S.
16 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
All the comforts of home and peace of mind
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.
Suzanne S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Claire H.
10 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay
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.
Claire H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Danielle S.
2 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Warm and Welcoming
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.
Danielle S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kathryn R.
27 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeded expectations
Clean, Clear communication, Beautifully decorated, Beds Comfortable, Generous choice of breakfast items and snack.
Kathryn R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brian N., Brighton, MI
26 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway - Clean and Fully Furnished!
Our family recently stayed at this beautiful VRBO property and couldn't be happier with our experience. The home was impeccably clean and every room was thoughtfully furnished. The kitchen was a standout feature, equipped with all the cooking amenities anyone could want, from high-quality cookware to a variety of utensils and spices.
The property offered a charming country feel, providing a peaceful retreat. Despite the setting, it was just a short distance to Stratford, making it easy to enjoy the theaters and downtown area.
This place truly felt like a home away from home. We would absolutely come back and stay here again. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a clean, well-furnished, and conveniently located place to stay!
Brian N.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Larry A.
19 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Just Right
Our stay at Carly's VRBO was extremely pleasant. She has thought of everything possible to make guests comfortable; even stocking the fridge with basic necessities. While we did not eat any snacks, these were also readily available. Very clean, very comfortable; temperature just right. Highly recommend.
Larry A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joy H.
25 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Annual college girls get together
We felt like we were home.
Loved all the helpful frames information around the home.
Very spacious, bright and clean.
Communication with our hosts were always prompt.
Willing to accommodate any of our needs or wishes.
House is located centrally and easy to travel to any of the towns near by.
We will definitely be looking toward in rebooking in the future.
Joy H.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alison S.
23 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Snowy getaway
We had a wonderful, long weekend! I was excited to build a fire and relax for the weekend and we got to do just that. A beautiful winter storm rolled through and the views were really nice. The hosts pay great attention to detail which made the stay even more comfortable. It’s is isolated enough to really disconnect, while also close to a cute town that has everything you need if you get a craving or want to walk around. If we are ever in the area again, I’d book the same place!
Alison S.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
peggy u.
22 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic place to stay!
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.