This lovingly restored detached Grade II listed cottage with Flemish gables lies close to the owners’ home at the top of a country lane, amid their 21-acre farm consisting of orchards. Many original features remain – and with wide doorways, ground floor bedroom and bathroom, wheelchair access is possible. The village of Preston-next-Wingham is a mile away and there are walks through the orchards to join the Saxon Shore Way. Canterbury is a 20-minute drive. Whitstable and Dover for trips to France are easily accessible. Golf locally. Sandwich, a 15-minute drive. Shop and pub 1 mile.

Converted to a good standard, the adjoining Bearsted Barns reside in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the owner’s 3½ acres of grounds with access to a further 15 acres known as Bearsted Woodland Trust. Ideal holiday base for walking, cycling, golf and horse riding and only 3 miles from Maidstone, the thriving county town of Kent. Visit the Archbishop’s Palace, a medieval building built for the Archbishops of Canterbury and now used for weddings. Leeds Castle, described by Lord Conway as the loveliest castle in the world, is close by. Take a trip on the River Medway through the Maidstone Millenium River Park up to Allington Lock. Maidstone leisure centre boasts 4 swimming pools and 2 water slides and is one of the best equipped leisure centres in the South East. Enjoy a show at the Hazlitt Theatre or visit one of the shopping centres including Fremlin Walk, built on the riverside site of the old Victorian Brewery. Mote Park offers 450 acres of mature parkland, hosts the Kent County Cricket and on Sundays offers rides on a miniature railway. Bearsted and Maidstone offer frequent train services up to London. Shops, pubs and restaurant ½ mile.

Converted to a good standard, the adjoining Bearsted Barns reside in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the owner’s 3½ acres of grounds with access to a further 15 acres known as Bearsted Woodland Trust. Ideal holiday base for walking, cycling, golf and horse riding and only 3 miles from Maidstone, the thriving county town of Kent. Visit the Archbishop’s Palace, a medieval building built for the Archbishops of Canterbury and now used for weddings. Leeds Castle, described by Lord Conway as the loveliest castle in the world, is close by. Take a trip on the River Medway through the Maidstone Millenium River Park up to Allington Lock. Maidstone leisure centre boasts 4 swimming pools and 2 water slides and is one of the best equipped leisure centres in the South East. Enjoy a show at the Hazlitt Theatre or visit one of the shopping centres including Fremlin Walk, built on the riverside site of the old Victorian Brewery. Mote Park offers 450 acres of mature parkland, hosts the Kent County Cricket and on Sundays offers rides on a miniature railway. Bearsted and Maidstone offer frequent train services up to London. Shops, pubs and restaurant ½ mile.

The Coach House and Coachman’s Cottage are two stunning luxury properties located on a private estate in Sandwich Bay, Kent. The normal admission charge for visitors will be waived for all guests staying here, so you can enjoy the rural beach for as long as you wish. Surrounded by beautiful countryside these properties are adjacent to the owner’s home, on a working farm, which makes them a perfect countryside retreat. Next door is the Sandwich Bay Bird Observatory which can be used to spot many species of birds throughout the year. The Coach House (ref UKC2772) is a large barn conversion which can accommodate up to eight guests; it features Wi-Fi, a wood burner, and a large open plan living area. The spacious enclosed garden is perfect for the summer with seating and a gas barbecue. Coachman’s Cottage (ref UKC2773) is a quaint countryside cottage, accommodating four guests this property also offers Wi-Fi and open plan living, with a small enclosed courtyard with seating and barbecue for the summer months.
Nearby attractions include three championship golf courses, and includes Royal St George’s which will be hosting The Open in 2020. Sandwich Bay boasts a beautiful beach which is within walking distance. Fishing is also available locally. The nearby quiet medieval town of Sandwich has a delightful range of local shops, cafés, restaurants and pubs. The railway station in Sandwich offers a high speed service into London, plus the opportunity to visit France from either Dover or Folkestone with the Eurostar or ferry. These properties are great for family and friends to enjoy a countryside holiday with excellent attractions nearby. Beach ¾ mile. Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles.
The properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 12 guests.

For those looking for a peaceful break, Willow is the perfect choice for either a couple or a family. Enjoy unwinding in a quiet spot to read a book or a family walk with the dog across the beautiful North Downs. This semi-detached, single-storey cottags is situated in the village of Harrietsham with local amenities including a convenience store, pub and restaurant. You will marvel at the beauty that surrounds you here while you spend leisurely time in the shared garden within the owner’s grounds, watching their alpacas, chickens, horse, sheep and pig. Inside, Willow carries on with its rural charm with exposed beams and oak wood flooring. There are two comfortable bedrooms sleeping four guests, and a wheelchair accessible wet room with shower seat.

Willow boasts a wonderful location. The stunning Leeds Castle is just a mile away offering a fabulous day out exploring the castle and gardens, family maze, children’s play area, restaurants and Go Ape. You can easily reach the north and south Kent coastline by car. Some of the favourite spots are the much loved seaside town of Whitstable, famous for oysters and Dymchurch and Hythe offering the light railway to Dungeness. Visit Howletts Wild Animal Park in the north, and Port Lympne Wildlife Park in the south. Hever Castle and Dover Castle are also worth a day out. Shop and restaurant 1 mile, pub 1½ miles.

Holly’s hidden hideaway is the perfect couple’s retreat. This stylish log cabin has been thoughtfully prepared for a romantic getaway, with double memory foam bed and modern en-suite shower room. A cosy living/dining room with Smart TV, plus private outside decking area, with seating the perfect spot to enjoy a drink, relax and escape the hustle & bustle of everyday life.
These lodges reside in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the owner’s 13 acres of grounds with access to 5-acres to enjoy. There is a six-seater Pod for guests to have shared use of, also a lake and summer house with sun loungers for guests to enjoy. Ideal holiday base for walking, cycling, golf and horse riding and only 8-miles from Maidstone, the thriving county town of Kent.
Visit the Archbishop’s Palace, a medieval building built for the Archbishops of Canterbury and now used for weddings. Leeds Castle, described by Lord Conway as the loveliest castle in the world, is close by. Take a trip on the River Medway through the Maidstone Millenium River Park up to Allington Lock. Maidstone leisure centre boasts four swimming pools and two water slides and is one of the best equipped leisure centres in the Southeast. Enjoy a show at the Hazlitt Theatre or visit one of the shopping centres including Fremlin Walk, built on the riverside site of the old Victorian Brewery. Mote Park offers 450 acres of mature parkland, hosts the Kent County Cricket and on Sundays offers rides on a miniature railway. Bearsted and Maidstone offer frequent train services up to London. Pub and restaurant 1 mile.
Holly’s Hidden hide away can be booked with Diesel’s Desirable Den (UK36786), Star’s Special Sanctuary (ref UK36785) and Lottie’s Luxurious Lodge (ref UK36784) to accommodate up to 12 guests.

The Goat Shed has been built with space and luxury in mind offering the perfect place for a romantic getaway or to unwind and relax; a rural haven now offering peace and tranquillity where once the goats lived. The large sliding doors from the living room look over the countryside onto fields beyond, framing the rural views. A large open plan reception room welcomes you into the space with a wood burner to warm you on those chilly evenings. A fitted kitchen provides a double oven, ceramic hob and fridge/freezer, along with a dishwasher for your convenience. Tucked away in a separate utility room is a washing machine and clothes airer should you need to do laundry after a country walk.

Wide doorways throughout and ramp access to the front of the property mean that everything is wheelchair accessible. The master bedroom provides a kingsize bed along with sumptuous furnishings and a walk-in wardrobe. An en-suite bathroom provides an easily accessible and beautiful large wet room with the addition of grab rails, a drop bar to the toilet and a shower chair if required. A second bedroom offers two single beds, also finished to a high standard, whilst a family bathroom with a bath and shower over provides a relaxing space for the remaining guests. Outside a table and chairs provide a quiet spot for relaxing and listening to the wildlife or looking up at the stars. The Goat Shed also welcomes the furry members of the family with an enclosed garden offering a great space for dogs to explore.

Situated in the village of Hadlow, there are many countryside walks and cycle routes, perfect for ramblers and cyclists alike. Hadlow is a village in the borough of Tonbridge which is in between Maidstone, Tunbridge Wells and Sevenoaks. The centre of which is a conservation area with many listed buildings alongside a range of shops including pubs and restaurants. On the outskirts of the village is Hadlow College of Agriculture boasting Broadview Gardens within its grounds which offers acres of landscaped gardens and a garden centre, both open to the public.

If you fancy exploring further afield then a trip into Tonbridge provides you with retail therapy, Tonbridge Castle, Oast House Theatre, a trip along the river and even a distillery. There is also a mainline railway station offering access to several towns. London Bridge train and tube, Waterloo East and Charing Cross stations are less than 45 minutes away. If you prefer, you can also head south on the train towards the coast to Hastings to visit the seaside and the historic Old Town. There are many National Trust and English Heritage sites to discover. The Goat Shed really does offer the best of both worlds, a central spot to access lots of attractions for a fun packed holiday or a place to hideaway offering a break from a busy lifestyle.