8/10 Good
David B.
19 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
David B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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Orlando's Hideaway a quiet & comfortable 1887 home adjacent to heritage district
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Stratford, ON
- Place, Avon River5 min walk
- Place, Avon Theatre5 min walk
- Place, Festival Theatre11 min walk
- Airport, Kitchener, ON (YKF-Region of Waterloo Intl.)58 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Queen en-suite
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Queen en-suite
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Orlando's Hideaway a quiet & comfortable 1887 home adjacent to heritage district
Orlando's is situated on a quiet one way street, a three minute walk from Stratford's beautiful parkland & river. Built in 1879 the house has been faithfully renovated back to it's original historic beauty and charm. With original wood floors, hardware and trim-the modern amenities include a well equipped new kitchen. Upstairs is the spacious bedroom with a queen sized bed and three piece bathroom ensuite.
There is a front porch-ideal for watching the theatre goers as they meander these beautiful neighbourhood streets on their way to the Festival Theatre, and just off the kitchen is the back deck, secluded and ideal for late evening cocktail or simply enjoying our garden. This home is an extension of our award winning B&B, The Old Rectory just around the corner.
Up to three couples traveling together could rent both apartments-(Rosalind's Retreat & Orlando's Hideaway) as they are adjacent or at The (OldRectoryStratford) B&B (9 Couples)
Fully equipped Kitchen
Upscale Kitchen accessories
Washer & Dryer
Free Unlimited High Speed Internet (100 mbps)
40' TV including free CRAVE TV, 60 channels+ via Roku
Cotton Linen and Towels
Online Payment
Private Garden
Onsite Parking (1 Vehicle)
Separate Entrance
Downtown
Kim and Kevin - Celebrating 28 years serving Stratford, same owners, same great service.
oldrectorystratford
There is a front porch-ideal for watching the theatre goers as they meander these beautiful neighbourhood streets on their way to the Festival Theatre, and just off the kitchen is the back deck, secluded and ideal for late evening cocktail or simply enjoying our garden. This home is an extension of our award winning B&B, The Old Rectory just around the corner.
Up to three couples traveling together could rent both apartments-(Rosalind's Retreat & Orlando's Hideaway) as they are adjacent or at The (OldRectoryStratford) B&B (9 Couples)
Fully equipped Kitchen
Upscale Kitchen accessories
Washer & Dryer
Free Unlimited High Speed Internet (100 mbps)
40' TV including free CRAVE TV, 60 channels+ via Roku
Cotton Linen and Towels
Online Payment
Private Garden
Onsite Parking (1 Vehicle)
Separate Entrance
Downtown
Kim and Kevin - Celebrating 28 years serving Stratford, same owners, same great service.
oldrectorystratford
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a first aid kit
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
Stratford
Located in Stratford, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a lake. Festival Theatre and Tom Patterson Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Queens Park and Stratford Perth Museum. Shakespearean Gardens and Brickman's Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
Stratford, ON
What's nearby
- Tom Patterson Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Avon River - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- Avon Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Stratford City Hall - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Festival Theatre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Bentley's - 5 min walk
- Balzac's Coffee - 3 min walk
- Gilly's Pubhouse - 7 min walk
- Mercer Kitchen/BeerHall/Hotel - 4 min walk
- Coffee Culture Cafe & Eatery - 7 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Tracey I.
18 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hosts! Beautiful location!
Tracey I.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
fvhaven
27 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice clean and convenient location for theaters
fvhaven
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Anita R.
25 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous location
Anita R.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mark C.
8 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Stratford location!
Mark C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Valerie P.
10 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful stay!
Valerie P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
10/10 Excellent
Sharon S.
28 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Orlando's Heavenly Hideaway
Sharon S.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019
About the host
Hosted by Kevin Gormley and Kim Foster
We both share a passion for good wholesome food. Kevin has worked previously for 15 years at some of the U.K.'s and Irelands finest 'Relais & Chateaux' Country Inns and Hotels in their restaurants before moving to Stratford from Ireland in 1993. Kim is a native of Stratford and has traveled extensively on a private yacht catering to crew and invited guests. Both of us now enjoy life together in the great community of Stratford with our son among family and friends. Together we hope to nourish your body and soul.
Why they chose this property
We love this home, have known the previous owner and as such it's been a home from home for us. Our son in the '00's spent many days as a toddler roaming this house and gardens, and we are happy to have been able to renovate this home with a view to keeping its 'feel' being one that you constantly want to return to. We know you'll love it (and the neighbourhood) as much as we do.
Shorter term stay available from oldrectorystratford
Shorter term stay available from oldrectorystratford
What makes this property unique
Close to Stratford's parkland-about 1 minute walk.
Close to the downtown-about a two minute walk.
3 minutes walking to the newly built beautiful Tom Patterson Theatre, 6 minutes to the Avon/Studio, 12 to The Festival Theatre.
South facing front porch and garden at the rear-make yourselves at home.
Onsite parking.
The river walk around Stratford's picturesque lake take about 20 minutes, start point is 2 minutes away.
Newly renovated and well appointed kitchen, bathroom, a/c, whilst preserving the older aspects of the 1887 home.
We always stock the fridge for you with the basics and our fresh baking plus a few other treats for your arrival from our nearby B&B, The Old Rectory-a fixture in Stratford for over 25 years.
It's quiet, did you hear us-it's quiet here.
We are never far away should you need assistance or advice, we are happy to make your stay in Stratford a memorable one.
Close to the downtown-about a two minute walk.
3 minutes walking to the newly built beautiful Tom Patterson Theatre, 6 minutes to the Avon/Studio, 12 to The Festival Theatre.
South facing front porch and garden at the rear-make yourselves at home.
Onsite parking.
The river walk around Stratford's picturesque lake take about 20 minutes, start point is 2 minutes away.
Newly renovated and well appointed kitchen, bathroom, a/c, whilst preserving the older aspects of the 1887 home.
We always stock the fridge for you with the basics and our fresh baking plus a few other treats for your arrival from our nearby B&B, The Old Rectory-a fixture in Stratford for over 25 years.
It's quiet, did you hear us-it's quiet here.
We are never far away should you need assistance or advice, we are happy to make your stay in Stratford a memorable one.
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