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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.

This stunning 15th century house has been kitted out to an extremely high standard and comes with a hot tub, fully equipped bar, kids playground including two trampolines and a tree house in the depths of the Kent countryside! Generations of the family and friends will both enjoy the many spaces and features this holiday home has to offer, not only inside, but outside in the well-kept gardens. This is truly suited to all and set in the stunning Kent North Downs there are plenty of walks on your doorstep, as well as a pub within walking distance you won’t want to go home!
The house has two kitchen areas, both overlooking the gardens, or dine in elegance at the grand banquette dining table with its very own bar - an incredible entertaining space perfect for celebrating milestones and having hen or stag parties. For the adults, enjoy a glass or two in the large bubbling hot tub on the patio, overlooking the surrounding countryside. For the winter days you can rest up in front of the wood burning stove with a glass of wine or a hot chocolate. Enjoy lunch on the terrace on a sunny day with dappled light from the stunning Indian Bean trees in the garden. If the walls of this property could talk it would have some stories to tell, from Bob Marley and Desmond Decker recording music on the grounds to some of the parties that this place is perfect for, either way you need to stay at this property to really appreciate it! Beach 19 miles.

Full of original features, the beamed ceilings and walls have been brought back to life with striking furniture and exquisitely hand-crafted finishes to create a boutique holiday home for a restful break in the Kent countryside.
The living/dining room features a double sided wood burner, creating the perfect ambience for cosy evenings in, whether you are sitting at the dining table planning the week’s activities with a glass of wine or relaxing on the beautiful sofas that bring a vibrant pop of colour against the rustic wooden walls. The countryside kitchen boasts hand built wooden units, original barn flooring and chunky wooden worktops, with a butchers block island ideal for socialising whilst a hearty meal is being prepared. Here, Bi-folding doors lead out to the undercover gazebo and then out to the garden.
After a day of exploring the countryside, what better way to unwind than in the stunning freestanding bath, or warming walk-in rain shower. Split over two floors are 3 individually styled bedrooms, ideal for couples or extended families holidaying together. On the ground floor, is a peaceful double bedroom, with rustic beamed walls complimented with a splash of deep green paint and sumptuous padded headboard. Upstairs, the further bedrooms are each accessed by their own separate staircase from the living area. Behind wooden shutter doors sits a navy padded double bed; lit with industrial, hanging bedside lights, whilst on the other side of the living area steps lead up to a quirky family suite. Here, two single pods and a double bed sitting above on a mezzanine level, accessed from the rear via open-tread steps. There is also a games area in this room, complete with PlayStation 4.
Come summer or winter, the covered and spacious outside courtyard features a Kadai firepit, the ideal spot for a warming glass of red/hot chocolate, cooking a BBQ or even a curry for an all year round al fresco dining experience. An additional charcoal barbecue is also available for further relaxation in the sunshine during the summer. For those competitive members of the family, the table tennis will be sure to provide hours of entertainment. This is the perfect place for a special party, and although the property only sleeps 8, the owner is happy to welcome extra guests during the day to celebrate with those who are staying.
Nestled in a picturesque spot in the Kent countryside, the historic market town of Faversham can be reached in 15-minutes by car and offers creekside walks and an array of independent shops and restaurants. The Old Shire Barn is set amongst rolling farmland and countryside, surrounded by apple, pear and cherry orchards. Peaceful countryside walks await, with a choice of circular walks nearby each leading to friendly pubs; all of which welcome four legged friends. The renowned coastal town of Whitstable and the cobbled streets of Canterbury are within a 30-minute drive. Beach 12 miles. Shop 4 miles. The George pub is a 5 minute/ 20 minute walk, The Carpenters pub is 40 minute walk/ 5 minute drive - both good locally sourced food, log fires and great ambience.
The Old Shire Barn can be booked together with Will Arch Lodge (M521214) to accommodate up to 12 guests.

A fabulous semi-detached house resting in Swalecliffe, Kent. Ground-floor living. Close to beach. Close to amenities. Sea views. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Hot tub. Smart TV. Enclosed garden. Whitstable 3 miles; Canterbury 7.2 miles.

The Cottage has commanding, stunning views across the English Channel. This attractive, spacious, family home for all seasons is the ideal property for a relaxing holiday with both friends or relatives.

There is a private hot tub at The Cottage, and the property offers 2 games rooms, 1 in the house with children’s toys, a library, games and 2 table football tables. There is a large, second games room in the garage next to the house which offers a number of activities including: table tennis, pool table, darts, bows and arrows, basketball (outside the garage). These games rooms also feature a kitchenette with a fridge, and seating area with a large sofa, ideal for all ages. Please note this games room is not heated.
A decked terrace runs the length of the property, an ideal spot for soaking up the sun or relax after a brisk winter walk in front of a glowing log burner in the cosy living room, overlooking the frothing waves. Four of the six bedrooms have sea views and the other two have attractive garden views.
The white chalk cliff above St Margaret’s Bay is said to be the first place the sun reaches each morning on mainland Britain! The beach is famous for being the closest point to France and is the spot where Channel swimmers begin their marathon 21 mile swim.
The village itself offers good pubs, restaurants and local shop within walking distance. The coastal path leads to the famous White Cliffs of Dover, gateway to England and now one of the UK’s protected Heritage coasts offering some of the best cliff coastal walking in the country. The lighthouse is the place where Marconi transmitted his first radio broadcast to France. Closer to France than London, bring a passport, catch a ferry from Dover and visit the French markets in Calais and Boulogne for the day.
Visit Dover, Deal and Walmer Castle, Pines Garden and Metropole Galleries Folkestone. Canterbury 17 miles. Golf, sailing, cycling, horse riding locally. Shops and pubs 500 yards.

Beautifully renovated into a boutique holiday home, Hydrangea House has been luxuriously thought out to provide every comfort you could need for a relaxing and peaceful getaway with family or friends. From Hypnos beds and fluffy bathrobes, to the complimentary toiletries, the mini fridges and tea and coffee making facilities in every bedroom, this truly exceptional holiday home offers the luxuries akin to a boutique hotel yet with the whole house to yourselves you won’t be disturbed.

Step through the pastel green front door into the light and calming interior and through to the living area. With a cosy wood burner, plush sofas and chairs, and throws that will make you want to cosy up come evening, the tastefully designed sitting room offers the perfect spot to read a book or browse a magazine, to curl up and watch a film or to enjoy a competitive board game amongst friends or family. Leading through to the heart of the home, the impressive kitchen and dining space has been ideally designed for sociable living, with tasteful and contemporary gloss units and a striking sky light flooding the area with natural light, offering the perfect place to gather whilst a meal is being prepared or simply to sit with a glass of something and look out over the decked terrace and garden.

Fall into a dreamy slumber in one of the four bedrooms, each with a sumptuous Hypno bed, plumped pillows and naturally hypoallergenic wool duvets, all provided with your complete comfort in mind. When morning comes, enjoy a cup of tea or coffee in the comfort of your own bed without having to leave your room, and catch up on the morning news, with tea and coffee making facilities, a mini fridge and flat screen smart TV provided in every bedroom. Each adjoining a beautifully finished and stylish shower room, with complimentary toiletries and a fluffy bathrobe at the ready to wrap up in and wander down to join friends or family for breakfast.

Outside, the luxury continues, with a decked terrace with dining area to relax with a drink and make the most of meals al fresco. Come evening, the outdoor sofas make the perfect spot to gather around the fire pit and gaze at the stars whilst talking about the days adventures.

A picturesque and quaint coastal town, Hythe has all you could need for an escape to the coast. A beautiful stretch of pebble beach, a 5 minute walk away, that stretches as far as the coastal towns of Sandgate and Folkestone, spend the day relaxing on the pebbles, dip your toes in the Channel or stretch your legs with a walk or a cycle along the esplanade with stops at the locally renowned Boat House on Sandgate beach for a well-earned drink or at Griggs of Hythe to sample a seafood delight whilst gazing out to sea. A stone’s throw from the Royal Military canal, where you can explore by water, with rowing boats and kayaks to hire. Wander down the cobbled and historic high street dotted with independent shops, quaint tea rooms and cafés, and a great choice of restaurants to explore, just a few minutes’ walk from Hydrangea House, you couldn’t be in a better position to explore all that Hythe has to offer.

This delightful, chocolate box thatched cottage is over 350 years old, dates back to the 15th century and is surrounded by beautiful Kent countryside. Perfect for exploring rural Kent, Brittons Hill Cottage is a detached property which sleeps six guests.
Bursting with character and charm, you can enjoy a delightful holiday in the country with use of a 6-seater private hot tub. The extended kitchen and dining room area has an open-plan approach for guests to entertain and relax in. The property offers private parking for three cars, Wi-Fi and a large 50" TV with DVD player. The well-managed garden is spacious with seating areas and a swing chair for the summer months.
The nearby village of Appledore offers a local pub and convenience shops, while a short drive away is Ashford, from here you can take a high speed train to London, or head to the coast towards Rye after Camber Sands, Dymchurch or Hythe. The vineyard and winery of Gusbournes is just a short walk from the cottage, and makes a fantastic day out. Tenterden is also nearby and offers a range of restaurant, pubs, shops and the Chapel Down Vineyard. Take a trip on the Kent and Sussex steam railway, or should the weather turn inclement there is also an indoor leisure pool and gym in Tentereden. Brittons Hill Cottage is the perfect location to enjoy a rural holiday with friends and family. Beach 8 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles.

A stunning property, with a private hot tub, set in a secluded rural location within the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Overloooking the Alkham Valley, it is located on a 50-acre working farm, with horses, rare breed sheep and alpacas. It adjoins the owners’ home at one side of the livery yard. Steps lead from the terrace and hot tub down to a paddock, which is backed by woodland and is an ideal place for enjoying a picnic. In the cooler weather or in the evenings, you can light the wood burner, settle down in front of the huge cinema screen and open the popcorn! Enjoy sitting on the balcony with sea glimpses accessible from one of the bedrooms.

Walks are available from the doorstep, or you can gather your buckets and spades and head to Folkestone, 3 miles, where you will find the aptly named Sunny Sands Beach by the harbour wall, and where you can treat yourself to fish and chips. For animal lovers, Port Lympne Zoo and Howletts Zoo make great days out, whilst Canterbury is a ½-hour drive. Visit the magnificent cathedral there, or take a boat or punt out on the River Stour. The bargain hunter is also well catered for at McArthur Glen designer outlet at Ashford and the De Bradlei Wharf in Dover. Whilst there, visit imposing Dover Castle, or bring your passport and take a ferry from Dover to Calais, or take the train and have lunch in Paris. Beach 3 miles. Shop and pub 500 yards, restaurant 1½ miles

Your stay at The Manor Coach House will sure enough be one to remember. Located in the Kent Downs, an Area of Outstanding Beauty, you can wander the vast surrounding countryside and reward yourself with a tipple at a local village pub on your way home. This charismatic holiday home is perfect for a couples retreat or families wanting some down time in the countryside. On arrival fresh bread will greet you in the bread maker with butter and jam, with a complementary basket for fire pit fun.
The Manor Coach House is enticing, spacious and charming. It has been lovingly restored by the owners to create a contemporary, upside down cottage with luxury furniture and fittings. The two kingsize bedrooms both have large stunning en-suite bathrooms, a spiral staircase leads to the first floor open plan living space where you will find a karaoke machine, record player with a selection of records, and a selection of board games. Leading out from the living space is a lovely teak balcony overlooking the large 1 acre garden where you will find an elegant walled terrace and garden furniture. Have some fun and enjoy a dip in the heated pool followed by a game of table tennis outside. Relax as the sun goes down and light up the barbecue for an enjoyable evening meal in this delightful sun trap. The hot tub with a waterfall feature overlooks the enclosed garden with a sheltered walled terrace, brick built gas barbecue, additional Weber coal barbecue (coals supplied) and a wood-fired pizza oven.
This elevated property sits high above the Stour Valley and has the benefits of being just a short drive to the historic city of Canterbury, as well as being surrounded by the picturesque Kent countryside, footpaths, cycle routes and a unique complex of lakes where day anglers can spend a happy day fishing. Just 20 minutes away you can be in Whitstable where you’ll find some wonderful award-winning beaches. Enjoy some wonderful local walks along The River Stour and stop off at the local farm shop in Chilham for some tasty treats. And don’t forget your dog! They’ll love this wonderful and pet friendly cottage.
The Coach House is in the grounds of the owners’ manor house, parts of which date back to the 15th century, and was mentioned in the Domesday Book. Fishing available nearby.

This stunning three-bedroom bungalow is located in a quiet rural part of Herne Bay just a 5-minute walk to the beach. The property has been refurbished in 2023 and presented to a very high standard with all the expected mod cons including a six-person high end hot tub. This property lends itself well to families, groups of friends or couples looking for some tranquillity whilst being close to multiple beaches. The owners have set this property up for them to use as well as for guests to enjoy. Being a corner plot means this property offers space and has the benefit of a wraparound garden allowing for all to enjoy, with all the added touches this property is absolutely ideal for that long awaited break.
Herne Bay is a seaside town on the north coast of Kent in Southeast England. It is six miles north of Canterbury and four miles east of Whitstable and has easy, frequent public transport links to both as well as down to Margate, Ramsgate and Broadstairs. Herne Bay Pier is a favourite for many as it has a long stretch of boutique shops, cafes and restaurants, a stage, and some fairground rides. This makes for a great day out and even better memories. You are quite literally spoilt for choice of beaches to visit from this property, Margate, Broadstairs, Ramsgate, Sandwich, Deal, Herne Bay, Whitstable, SeaSalter and a few bays in between. Alternatively, you have the historic city of Canterbury with its world-famous cathedral and city walls, its shopping precinct, and Old English high street.
Other attractions worth visiting include Howlett’s Zoo, Port Lympne Zoo, Leeds Castle, Hever Castle and Whitstable for its oysters and castle. Dover on the south coast is famously known for its white chalk cliffs and is the ferry port for crossing the English Channel to France. The Hythe and Dymchurch narrow gauge railway takes you on a scenic route to Dungeness, also worth a visit. Shopaholics will be well catered for with famous high street names and many independent retailers to tempt.