Shakespeare House

An historic Grade II* listed part Elizabethan former coaching inn, beautifully restored with a high degree of luxury, elegant interior designed bedrooms and reception rooms. Situated within the village environs of Grendon Underwood which traces its history back to Medieval England, Shakespeare House is one of the most historic homes in Buckinghamshire.

Nick Hunter and Roy Elsbury, your hosts, will be delighted to welcome you into their historic home, and if you are interested, offer you a unique insight into the past of this fascinating former coaching inn, and its most illustrious guest, William Shakespeare, after whom the house is proudly named. According to tradition, William Shakespeare stayed here on several occasions when en route between Stratford upon Avon and London, and it is said he may have gained inspiration during one of his sojourns here for “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”.

For those who are keen studiers of English and/or Elizabethan architecture there is much to see and enjoy during your stay. Our aim is clear: to ensure you have the most relaxing and enjoyable time here at Shakespeare House. A truly unique setting away from the bustle of modern life. We offer a selection of stylish rooms all with private bathrooms with either a bath, spa bath, or bath and separate shower, at different rates. WIRELESS INTERNET ACCESS THROUGHOUT. LIVING AREAS: The house is arranged over three floors, on the ground floor there is a communal drawing room with large ingle nook fireplace and television. Breakfast is served in the light and airy Morning Room, and supper is available by prior arrangement and is served in the beautiful dining room, complete with log fire for those chilly evenings! BEDROOMS: Choose from our range of rooms priced to suit all pockets: Our largest room is The Shakespeare Suite, stunningly appointed with a queen sized bed, ensuite walk in shower room with body jets, double sink vanity and toilet. The Oberon, is a light and airy contemporarily panelled room with four poster queen sized bed and private bathroom. As a 500 year old house we are afraid we cannot offer special facilities for anyone with impaired mobility, but please feel free to ask us for any assistance you may need, we are here to help.

We ask for a 50% deposit with reservation, and take all major credit cards. Deposits are non refundable on cancellations within 48 hours of your reserved stay. THE GROUNDS: We have a beautifully restored parterre garden to the rear of the property offering the perfect place to relax and unwind in good weather. The house is set back from the village road, the front gardens are well stocked with mature trees and shrubs. Further to the rear is a large lawn bordered to the west by tall willows surrounding an ornamental pond. SERVICE: Breakfast is included in the room tariff and where possible we use locally produced high quality ingredients. Afternoon tea (by reservation only) is by served in the garden on a warm day, the Drawing Room or the Morning Room. By prior arrangement we can arrange for you to enjoy a home made supper in our elegant dining room, with a log fire on cold days for extra cheer! LOCAL AMENITIES: We are situated 8 miles from Bicester village Mecca for shopaholics and fashion bargain hunters. Waddesdon Manor and Gardens are four miles away in the next village. Claydon House, National Trust, 5 miles away. Oxford City Centre 15 miles. Stratford upon Avon 52 miles. Central London 70 miles.