... most greatly appreciated. Also, what is the best way to get from Heathrow to the Cotswolds (where we will pick up a rental car)? We will follow this stay with a week in London. Also looking for a nice week-long rental there. Thank you all. Nancy White Redding, California ... more

... it would be best to rent a car at Heathrow. Wherever you get the car, be sure to rent a GPS, or SatNav system (or bring your own). It makes a huge difference in how well you can get around. Have a great vacation, it's a beautiful area. retiredretro ... more

... depend where you mean in the cotswolds but it is easy to drive from Heathrow to the cotswolds. You go straight down the M4 towards Bristol and Swindon to start. Where you turn off would depend on your choice of place. There will be a lot of rental properties around ... more

... spend a day of our vacation in the Cotswolds. Others say that many of the shops and pubs in Stow close for the week of the event. That doesn't sound good at all. Could anyone with first hand knowledge please give me their opinions. Should we spend our 4 ... more

... driving to another village for dinner or are planning on making dinner in your rental than it shouldn't be a problem. Since you were probably going to be out touring anyway and not just staying in Stow, it shouldn't be a big deal if you like your rental ... more

... was recommended by the bike rental shop, and it took me right through Chipping Campden (my very favorite Cotswold town). It's an all-day venture, starting fairly early in the morning, but well worth it. Just a word of caution: Don't do what I did and miss your ... more

... for the rest of my vacation. Does that make any sense? Or, perhaps I should attempt to find a rental company that has offices in both places so I can leave the car in Stratford? Also, how difficult of a drive will this be, for an American who has never ... more

... other objects, makes for a nervewracking drive. Never...again. One of my coworkers went to Ireland some years ago, and had a similar (but worse) experience. I don't recall the details, but I know she returned her rental car minus one side mirror and a bit of body damage ... more

... to do for a short rental. I guess it is a question of personal choice as to whether you stay out of town (in which case you might need a "designated driver" for those evening dinners) or would prefer a more rural setting. In any event Chipping C is close ... more