Dog friendly Lodges Kent

Located in the historic town of Faversham, within the conservation area of the abbey, and as such, has been noted as one of the finest examples of a medieval street in Britain, where antique and craft shops, quaint tea rooms and old English pubs are in abundance.

The side door of this property opens straight into the cosy lounge with comfy sofas that you can curl up on in front of the wood burner and enjoy catching up on your favourite programmes on the Smart TV. From the lounge, walk through to the formal dining room with a dining table and seating for six before entering the light and bright kitchen/dining room with two sets of French doors out into the garden. The kitchen/diner offers everything you’ll need for whipping up delicious meals with an electric oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. While cooking, chefs can chat to other guests sitting at the large farmhouse table in the dining area, where there is also a Smart TV. A traditional Rayburn keeps the kitchen warm and toasty and is the perfect spot for your four-legged friend to curl up in front of. There is also a small library with an ample supply of reading material to keep you going whilst you curl up in front of the open fire on a chilly evening. The ground floor is completed with a shower room with shower and toilet. Stairs from between the dining room and library lead up to the first floor where there are three bedrooms, a spacious kingsize with an en-suite bathroom with a bath, shower and toilet and two double bedrooms. Completing the first floor is the bathroom with a bath, shower and toilet.

Take a stroll to the nearby brewery and tour one of England’s oldest breweries before sampling the delights at the home of the world’s largest fruit collection; there are also lots of dog walks around the area. The excitements of Canterbury are not far away, and the wildlife rich ’Oare Wildlife Marshes’ is also within easy reach. Closer still is the pretty town of Whitstable, famed for its oysters and safe swimming spots and plentiful water sports.

The Old Parish Hall is a unique and stylish holiday home that has been newly renovated to provide the perfect base for your seaside getaway with friends or family. Enter the property through solid oak, church-style doors to an impressive vaulted hall. There is a large, open-plan living space with luxury furniture, with a dining area seating six and a well-equipped kitchen. The impressive and unique, solid oak spiral staircase leads to the first floor, where you will find three bedrooms, all with luxury bed linen and Egyptian cotton towels.
With the golden sands of Ramsgate’s beaches, just a short walk away, you’re also within walking distance of the town’s lively bars, stylish restaurants, cafés, and shops. Just a short stroll to the end of Royal Road are views over the famous Royal Harbour. With so much to do in Ramsgate, you may simply wish to make the most of the local surroundings and this exceptionally unique property, which combines all the mod cons with stunning original features, or travel further afield to other local attractions and beaches. The Parish Hall is on the main travel links for all the surrounding towns and villages, making it a good place for days out exploring Thanet and beyond. This property is a must book! Beach 750 yards. Pub 1 mile.

This stunning, seaside cottage is located just 10 yards from beach, in the beautiful village of Kingsdown. Violet Cottage has been lovingly decorated and furnished to a very good standard. It appeals to many different guests including families, friends, couples and pets!
Surrounding the cottage there is plenty of well-managed, outdoor private space to enjoy in the summer months. Outside seating and dining facilities are supplied along with bicycle storage and a barbecue, perfect for al fresco dining.
Inspired by the surrounding landscape, Violet Cottage has a seaside theme and plenty of charm. There are three comfortable bedrooms all with sea views, one room hosts a kingsize bed, one with a double bed and the other offers a bunk bed. French doors from the living room lead onto a delightful terrace, with views over the sea grass to the pebbly beach. For the winter months, enjoy the warmth of the wood burner in the living room, plan the next day’s activities and relax in peace and quiet.
The local pub is a stone’s throw away which offers a wide range of local ales. Take a trip back in time with Walmer and Deal Castles, explore the promenade of Deal and take a day trip to France from Dover. This cottage is the perfect location for a fantastic, family seaside break. Shop 300 yards, pub 50 yards and restaurant 3 miles.

Coastguard Cottage is in a unique location on the coast of Swalecliffe near Whitstable. Boasting sea views from each room, the property has bi-fold doors opening onto decking where guests can enjoy sitting on the decking and overlooking the Thames Estuary. Decorated and furnished to a very good standard, this three-bedroom terraced property is the perfect location for any family, group of friends or couples to enjoy a seaside holiday. The nearby holiday park offers evening entertainment and local facilities. A large expanse of lawn to the front of the property enables guests to walk their four-legged friends close to the property and take in the fantastic views along the coast. The high-spec bathroom includes rare brass bath and copper sink, and the open-plan living room and kitchen boast a great area in which to entertain guests, leading to a private decking area with enclosed lawned garden. Two bedrooms are located on the first floor with the third bedroom accessed via the first floor bedroom to the second floor.

Nearby attractions include the seaside town of Whitstable, famous for its yearly Oyster Festival and sea food restaurants. The famous city of Canterbury is a short drive, where guests can experience the history and culture of this beautiful city, shop on the cobbled high street and enjoy evenings in the many restaurants and bars on offer. For a trip further afield, guests can take a ferry from Dover to the port of Calais in France, enjoy lunch in the city or take time for sightseeing. The local animal reserve of Howletts, known for contributing to the conservation of endangered wildlife, offers the opportunity to see lions, tigers, monkeys and much more. Coastguard Cottage is in a great location to explore Kent and the surrounding area. Shop 500 yards, pub 1 mile and restaurant 4 miles.

In the unique and magical location of Dungeness, Les Quatre Vents sits in a completely private position off the beaten track and just a few minutes’ walk from the beach. Teeming with rare birds and plants, Dungeness is a designated National Nature Reserve, a Special Protection Area and a Special Area for Conservation. The landscape, famously the setting for Derek Jarman’s lovely garden and the wartime ‘listening ears’, is punctuated with wooden houses, iconic lighthouses, power stations and gravel pits, and crossed by steam trains of a miniature railway. The Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Light Railway terminates about 100 yards from the cottage. Fishing locally. Shop 1 mile, tea rooms and pub ¼ mile.

This charming semi-detached holiday cottage is located in St Margaret’s-at-Cliffe, in Kent. Dudrich Cottage has an enclosed courtyard garden, spacious living room and two comfortable bedrooms. Decorated and furnished to a very good standard, this property will appeal to families and couples, and will also accommodate your four-legged friend. Dudrich Cottage is equipped with Wi-Fi and a Smart TV for cosy evenings in, there is also a private parking space in front of the house for ease of access.
The property is within walking distance of local pubs, the village shop and restaurant serving a range of meals. St Margaret’s-at-Cliffe is a charming village between Dover and Deal, and was once home of the ’James Bond’ author, Ian Fleming. Canterbury is nearby where you can explore the city walls and visit the famous cathedral. Deal with its beautiful coastline and Dover, where you can explore Dover Castle and the secret war tunnels, are within driving distance. There is fishing and an indoor swimming pool available nearby, or take a day trip to France from Dover on the ferry or on the Eurostar from Ashford. Beach ¾ mile. Shop, pub and restaurant 100 yards.

This lovely, one-bedroom annexe is attached to the owner’s home and has been furnished and decorated accordingly to a very high standard! The property has a good-sized double bedroom with a very swanky brand new bathroom with a great multi-spray power shower. The open plan living space is ideal for two people along with a fully equipped kitchen. There is a private rear garden with patio area to sit quietly and enjoy a coffee before heading to the beach or town. You also have a shared front garden again with seating area, which looks towards the lovely woodland opposite the house.
The property is close to many places such as Margate, Ramsgate, Broadstairs, Canterbury, Whitstable and about 30 minutes’ drive from Dover. Sam’s Snug is ideally located for a fabulous holiday or for a short break stay. Designed with comfort in mind and a bit of personality, each room will make your stay at Sam’s Snug easy and comfortable. The owner has tried to think of everything you might need to make your stay enjoyable and memorable for you and your four-legged family member. Beach 500 yards.

Leighwood is a beautiful barn conversion set in a large properties grounds, surrounded by beautiful countryside, yet only a 25-minute walk via bridleways away from multiple beaches and St George’s Royal Golf Course. This property is ideal for a couple who enjoy walking, visiting the local villages and towns or just going to the beach.
Within the grounds you have the ability to wander around and enjoy the stunning views surrounding you. A short walk away you have the options of various beaches and towns in Sandwich, Deal, Ramsgate and Dover. With plenty to do in the surrounding area, take your pick or simply enjoy the property and grounds it is set in for a more romantic break. Beach 3 miles.

The first house to be built in the village dating back to the 16th Century. This Grade II listed building is just on the outskirts of Margate close to art, culture, restaurants and dining. The spacious well-kept property boasts open fireplaces & wood burners, a well-equipped state of the art kitchen, two acres of land, hot tub, steam room, sound via Sonos, and cinema screen.
Questeds is a great place to stay, grand, private, spacious and comfortable. It currently can accommodate fourteen people. Ideal for generation families to get away and be together for any special occasion. Downstairs comprises of three large receptions rooms. The living room, drawing room and dining room so that everyone can enjoy eating together. The kitchen is a large area, ideal for social gatherings and with a range of appliances to make your stay just perfect. Bean coffee machine, hot tap (no waiting for a kettle). Plenty of refrigeration space including three fridges, including a specific wine cooler and ice dispenser. If you’re cooking a ceramic induction hob and double gas oven plus microwave.
The Westgate train station is 200 yards away with mainline into London and Margate. Alternatively, a quick easy taxi or bus travel into Margate, just five minutes away or any of the surrounding towns in the area. The beautiful Westgate beach is just 7 minutes’ walk and if you want to wander there are beaches in both directions, Minnis Bay, Birchington to the left and Margate to the right as you face the sea. These days, Margate fizzes with artistic energy. To traditional, holiday-town charms, add a world-class art gallery. Margate’s Old Town rejoices in a funky vibe. Here chic eateries, galleries, vintage shops and chilled-out cafés rub shoulders with traditional seaside delights: candyfloss stands; fish and chip shops; seafood stalls. The reinvigorated Harbour Arm is home to stylish spots to eat and drink. Just five minutes from the Old Town you will find emporiums of everything antique, old fashioned and unusual at RG Scott’s Furniture Market and Junk Deluxe. From family-holiday nostalgia to historic sights, Margate’s rich history is everywhere. Rediscover childhood toys in the Hornby Visitor Centre. Explore the Shell Grotto’s subterranean, shell-lined passages as well as the Dreamland retro amusement park where regularly music events are held and the Turner Centre Art Gallery regularly displaying different artist work. (Free entry).
Nearby we have two Crazy Golf Centres, ideal for some family fun and a full 18 hole course within walking distance. For more than 100-years Margate’s Winter Gardens have drawn big-name acts, from the Beatles to the Kaiser Chiefs. The town’s Theatre Royal is the second oldest in the country, while the Tom Thumb Theatre is one of the smallest theatres in the world. August brings an explosion of colour and sound, as Margate’s vibrant, annual carnival procession snakes through the town over Margate Soul Weekend. Many vibrant pubs, cocktail bars, restaurants with indoor and outdoor space together with the Sundowners LGBT bar with it’s amazing sunset view terrace. Please note that the house is in a respectable neighbourhood and therefore excessive noise and music outside is not allowed. For local information, recommendations and ideas please speak to your host who has lived in the town for many years and can help you plan and make the most of your stay.
Maximum Occupancy 14 guests.

Welcome to Oakwell Lodge, a charming holiday retreat nestled in the heart of Gillingham, Kent. This idyllic town, steeped in history and surrounded by the picturesque countryside, offers a perfect blend of relaxation and exploration for our guests.
Gillingham boasts a rich heritage, with landmarks that transport visitors back in time. Take a leisurely stroll through the town centre, where you’ll encounter charming cobblestone streets and historic architecture. The medieval All Saints Church, a prominent feature on the skyline, showcases stunning craftsmanship and provides a serene backdrop for those seeking moments of contemplation.
For the history enthusiasts, a visit to the Royal Engineers Museum is a must. This fascinating institution traces the story of the Corps of Royal Engineers and their pivotal role in shaping British history. With an extensive collection of military artifacts, interactive exhibits, and captivating displays, the museum offers a glimpse into the nation’s past. Nature lovers will find solace in the nearby Riverside Country Park. Set along the banks of the River Medway, this expansive green space provides a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Visitors can explore the scenic walking trails, enjoy a leisurely picnic, or simply unwind while taking in the breathtaking views of the river.
Gillingham is also a gateway to exploring the wider Kent region. The iconic Leeds Castle, often referred to as the "loveliest castle in the world," is just a short drive away. Its majestic grounds, surrounded by a moat, offer a serene setting for a day of exploration. Whether you’re drawn to the town’s historical charm, the tranquillity of nature, or the allure of nearby attractions, Oakwell Lodge in Gillingham, Kent, provides the perfect base for a memorable holiday filled with discovery and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local culture, create lasting memories, and experience the true essence of Kent during your stay at Oakwell Lodge.