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Country cottage near Canterbury, shared use of tennis court & pool, dog friendly

Country cottage near Canterbury, shared use of tennis court & pool, dog friendly

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Overview of Country cottage near Canterbury, shared use of tennis court & pool, dog friendly

5 out of 5 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Canterbury, Kent
  • Popular LocationHowletts Zoo4 min drive
  • Popular LocationSt. Lawrence Ground5 min drive
  • Popular LocationCanterbury Cathedral15 min drive
  • AirportLondon (LGW-Gatwick)89 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Country cottage near Canterbury, shared use of tennis court & pool, dog friendly

Stable West forms part of a converted Edwardian stable block and is situated in a rural yet convenient location, on the edge of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty only 2 miles from the edge of Canterbury. It has a large double bedroom (super kingsize bed) with en-suite bathroom on the ground floor, and a further double and single bedroom with shared bathroom on the first floor - all have very comfy mattresses. There is a fully equipped kitchen/dining room with seating for eight, a large attractive sitting room with wood burning stove and Sky Sports, and a light and oak beamed conservatory with additional dining table which leads to an enclosed private garden with a terrace (table and chairs and BBQ). There is a downstairs cloakroom / utility room. The cottage has its own parking forecourt and is surrounded by the owners' large garden and wild flower meadow where you are free to wander. Use of tennis court and swimming pool and EV charging by arrangement with the owners.

High chair, travel cot and stair gate provided by arrangement.

Please note that we have (friendly) dogs living next door who may come and visit! As well as Canterbury there are many other places of interest within easy reach, such as Howletts Zoo Park (10 minutes by car), Dover Castle (25 minutes) and Sissinghurst Gardens (40 mins). There is also a wide variety of beaches and seaside resorts between 20 and 40 minutes away. Canterbury is less than an hour from London by train, and we are 20 minutes from the Channel Tunnel if you fancy a day trip to France. There are many lovely walks straight from the house, and the Granville pub is a10 minute walk away, serving delicious food and also great for a pint of the local beer.

Property manager

Charlie & Lucy Markes

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Children welcome

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
Pets considered

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non-smoking only

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Canterbury

Located in Canterbury, this vacation home is in a rural area. Canterbury Roman Museum and Marlowe Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Dane John Gardens and Lady Wootton's Green. Traveling with kids? Consider Howletts Wild Animal Park, or check out an event or a game at St. Lawrence Ground. Windsurfing and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.

What's nearby

  • Howletts Zoo - 4 min drive
  • St. Lawrence Ground - 5 min drive
  • University of Kent - 9 min drive
  • Canterbury Cathedral - 15 min drive
  • Marlowe Theatre - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Canterbury Chartham Station - 6 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • Floc Brewing Project - 5 min drive
  • Old City Bar - 5 min drive
  • Marino Fish Bar - 5 min drive
  • The Phoenix - 5 min drive
  • The Maidens Head - 5 min drive

Reviews

5

Exceptional

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4.9/5

Cleanliness

4.9/5

Check-in

4.9/5

Communication

4.9/5

Location

4.9/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Adrian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at Stable End, near Canterbury, Kent
Stable End is a lovely cottage, part of a larger complex in Heddington, near Canterbury, in Kent. It has "Old World" charm with all the added modern conveniences. It's located in a quiet and beautiful part of the country, situated in "The Garden of England." The wonderful city of Canterbury is just minutes away, with the glorious cathedral awaiting your visit. Grocery stores of all sizes are close by, together with a large variety of small restaurants and pubs. The rooms at Stable End are quite spacious and three bedrooms can easily accommodate up to six guests. Hosts Charlie and Lucy made sure someone would be close by, on site, to help with any questions and concerns. Overall, a wonderful experience, enhanced by beautiful weather. Check it out for yourselves!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

5/5 Excellent

Kay H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent accommodations!
Beautiful location, grounds and house! Easy access to Canterbury. Lovely setting in the country with wonderful gardens.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

5/5 Excellent

Monique G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great place
It is a beautifull house with great views. Very gentle owners. A nice tennis court and swimmingpool. We had a great time. It’s very relaxing and comfortabele.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

5/5 Excellent

Martin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Farm stay near the City
A lovely stay in Charlie and Lucy’s spacious, warm and well kitted out cottage. Good communication throughout, easy access and generous touches of wine, chocolates and firewood. Would recommend wholeheartedly.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

5/5 Excellent

Kristel V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and peaceful place
What a beautiful place to stay! A spacious cottage, nicely decorated and with a big colorful garden. It felt like a little paradise on earth. Close to Canterbury. We enjoyed the daily Evensongs in the Cathedral and the beautiful walks around the little villages such as Chilham. It is easy to travel from the Nethetlands by car and boat (Ferry Duinkerken-Dover).
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Charlie & Lucy Markes

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We have lived at Heppington for the last 20 years, and our four children have grown up here, enjoying the space and the lovely surroundings. Stable West is part of a large stable block converted into three self-contained houses, and our home is one of these. We feel that Heppington combines the best of both worlds - set in beautiful unspoilt countryside yet within easy reach of Canterbury, London and France.

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