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Mistletoe Cottage

Holiday Cottage in Chilham, Kent      Sleeps 2 + 1

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Mistletoe Cottage Summary

Mistletoe Cottage is a charming Grade II listed Tudor period cottage forming part of an ancient manor house on the edge of the parkland for Chilham Castle. In an idyllic rural setting, it is a short walk from the village pubs, such as the White Horse Chilham and the centre of this stunning Kent village often used in film sets! This period holiday cottage near to Canterbury has a cosy beamed interior and a lovely peaceful private garden to relax and enjoy. This cottage with a fireplace has a lovely warm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for a romantic retreat or a holiday for 2.

  • Lots of character
  • Medieval Cottage
  • Tranquil, romantic place to stay
  • Charming English village
  • Steeped in history
  • Beautiful peaceful location
  • Wonderful walks
  • Stunning views

Holiday Cottage Features

  • Village
  • Open Fire
  • Cot
  • Pubs Nearby
  • Historic
  • High Chair
  • Traditional Oak Beams
  • Listed property

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Mistletoe Cottage Description

This self catering holiday cottage in Kent is part of Heron Manor which dates back to 1500 retaining many original features. This restored medieval cottage has been prettily furnished in a traditional style to give a cosy feel yet retaining many of the original features.

The heavily beamed ceilings of this holiday cottage in Kent enhance the sense of cosiness and warmth of the interior. A good selection of books, guides and maps in this holiday cottage help to while away those quiet moments or plan your next visit in this most historic part of Kent.

The cottage is about 5 minutes walk to the 15 Century square of this picturesque Kent village with its pretty winding streets beautiful Tudor black and white half timbered houses and a private castle, in fact the whole village itself is listed!

A special feature of this self catering cottage is the pretty garden both front and back, its peace and total tranquillity broken only by birdsong and the odd tractor trundling down the lane coupled with fabulous country views will provide the most relaxing vacation. It will make the perfect location to return to at the end of the day's sightseeing.

This cottage has been rated as 4 star by Visit Britain.

Mistletoe Cottage Holiday Accommodation

The cottage is approached from the gravelled parking area by a delightful garden with a pretty brick path with lawn either side.

The ancient front door opens straight into to a cosy sitting room which has attractive views over the front garden. This room has a beamed ceiling, a delightful old fireplace with open fire to curl up in front of.

There is a sofa and two arm chairs, and a coffee table to while away the evenings in front of the fire whilst playing cards or board games, which are provided. There is a TV with DVD, video, CD player, free wireless broadband and local information leaflets displayed in order to plan your days out. The steep wooden staircase leads directly from this room.

The attractive shaker style kitchen with painted units in a pretty shade of pale blue overlooks the rear garden and has a dining table to seat 4. There is a fridge/freezer, electric oven with extractor, hob, dishwasher and microwave.

There is a washing machine and dryer and to the ground floor rear there is a black and white bathroom with modern fittings, heated towel rail, heater, WC, basin and bath with shower over.

Upstairs is accessed by wooden stairs from the sitting room, at the top of the stairs there is a large landing with child gate and a single bed. There is a pretty twin bedroom which has beamed ceilings, a wardrobe, dressing table with delightful views to the quiet country lane.

Outside there is the most quintessential English country cottage garden, the front overlooks a quiet country lane which is the North Downs Way National Trail and Ancient Pilgrims Way to Canterbury, with Chilham Castle parkland beyond. The rear garden has lovely landscaped flower beds being a haven for butterflies and wildlife. There is a pretty lawned area with wooden garden table and chairs seating 4. The bottom part of garden adjoins the adjacent property and winds down to reveal lovely far reaching views across open fields and a small orchard.

Local Information about Chilham, Kent

This self catering holiday cottage is situated in Chilham, Kent. Chilham is a picturesque beautifully kept Kent village on a hill about 5 miles to the south of Canterbury. The village square is surrounded by beamed medieval Kentish structures and is such a good example of a truly English village, that it has been used many times for photo shoots! In fact the whole village is in a conservation area and has been listed it attracts visits by tourists worldwide. The Kent village of Chilham itself has two public houses; a tea room, post office and gift shop and on the edge of the village a farm shop selling local produce that you can enjoy during your stay at this luxury holiday cottage in Kent. The nearby Kent village of Chartham has a village store.

For public transport near this holiday cottage, the Kent village has both a railway station and bus service between Canterbury and Ashford. (High speed train from Ashford to London takes just 37 minutes). Canterbury itself has a wealth of history to explore and visit being a World Heritage Site.

There is much to do from boat trips on the Stour to ghost walks through the old part of the city at dusk. There are a really good range of restaurants and bars, and many shops and boutiques to explore and its busy cafe society that make this a must during your stay in this self catering holiday cottage in Kent. There is a also bustling farmers market at The Goodshed in Canterbury.

There are many historic sites to visit including Dover Castle, the world-famous Sissinghurst Gardens and the spectacular Leeds Castle, well-known as one of the most beautiful castles in England.

The nearby village of Wye has a bustling Saturday farmers market or you can explore the renowned foodmarket in Canterbury at The Goodshed. For foodies why not take a trip to Whitstable to sample the oysters or buy fresh fish direct from the fisherman at the quay or explore the internationally renowned vineyards that Kent is known for with Biddenden Vineyards only a 30 minute drive away. There are several stunning gardens to visit within an easy reach including Sissinghurst and Great Dixter.

Not far from this holiday cottage in Kent is the hotel complex of Eastwell Manor offering a wonderfully relaxing retreat for spa and beauty treatments for you to make the most of during your stay in Kent. There are also lovely walks from the Kent village through the thousands of acres of Forestry Commission woodland that surrounds Chilham, it is also situated on the ancient Pilgrims Way. For Fisherman there is chalk stream brown trout and course fishing available locally from Mid Kent Fisheries in the village. Chapel Down Vineyard near Tenterden is well worth a tour and tasting of its delicious award winning English wines.

All in all, this self catering holiday cottage in Kent is a wonderful location for a relaxing break and yet is within easy reach of motorways, the beach and even the Channel Tunnel (10 miles) for a day trip to France! Hereby you can discover more than just Kent during your stay in this holiday cottage. So don't forget your passports!

Cottage Guestbook

5/5 for comfort, cleanliness and value for money.
Miss C. March 2011

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Services

Cot and high chair available. Basket of logs for the open fire are provided for your arrival - please note you will need to purchase more for the duration of your stay. Refundable security deposit of £50. Short breaks available. Friday changeover day. Sorry no pets.

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(i) the particulars are set out as a general outline only for the guidance of intended holidaymakers

(ii) all descriptions (including photographs), dimensions, reference to condition and necessary permissions for use and occupation and other details are given in good faith and believed to be correct, but any intending holidaymakers should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact

(iii) no person in the employment of Mulberry Cottages has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property

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