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Lavender Cottage

Holiday Cottage in Chilham, Kent      Sleeps 2 + 1

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Lavender Cottage Summary

Quaint country cottage situated on the edge of the historic village of Chilham in Kent. Charm and character abound with old oak beams and woodburning stove creating a wonderfully old fashioned air - This cosy cottage with a fireplace creates a warm and inviting atmosphere. The village has a choice of pubs to walk to! Such as the White Horse, Chilham. Lavender Cottage is the epitome of an English country cottage and offers great self catering holiday accommodation. This cosy holiday cottage with a view over the most beautifully unspoilt country, overlooking Chilham Castle's beautiful park with a very pretty garden and lovely rural views. Perfect for romantic retreats in this character cottage.

  • Medieval Cottage
  • Tranquil, romantic place to stay
  • Lots of character
  • Idyllic Village Location
  • Wonderful walks
  • Stunning views
  • Lovely peaceful spot
  • Enclosed garden

Holiday Cottage Features

  • Pubs Nearby
  • Historic
  • Traditional Oak Beams
  • Listed property
  • Village
  • Cot

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Lavender Cottage Description

This historic Kent self catering holiday cottage is an attractively restored medieval cottage retaining many original features. It is only 5 minutes walk to the 15 Century square of this picturesque Kent village with its gorgeous Tudor black and white half timbered houses and a private castle making it one of the most picturesque villages in Kent, often used in period film and drama, in fact the whole village itself is listed! This Kent holiday cottage has been prettily furnished in a traditional style to give it a home from home feel.

The 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.

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 coupled with fabulous country views will provide you with a truly relaxing vacation. It would make the perfect location to return to at the end of a busy day sightseeing.

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

Lavender Cottage Holiday Accommodation

The cottage is approached from the gravelled parking area by a delightful garden with a pretty brick path banked by fragrant Lavender plants.

The ancient front door opens to a light dining room with French doors leading to the garden, there is a dining table with seating for four, and an archway leading to the sitting room. The cosy sitting room has attractive views over the front garden, a beamed ceiling and a delightful Inglenook fireplace with wood burning stove to curl up in front of. There are three arm chairs, a sofa and a coffee table to while away the evenings in front of the fire whilst playing cards or board games, all of 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.

From the dining room there is a compact kitchen overlooking the very pretty rear garden and Kentish downland countryside with fridge, electric oven with extractor, hob and microwave. There is a washing machine under the stairs and a modern black and white tiled bathroom, basin, with modern fittings, heated towel rail, heater, WC, basin and bath with shower over.

Upstairs is accessed by a wooden staircase to a large landing with child gate, a small single pull out sofa bed and large built in wardrobe; the pretty beamed double bedroom has a double bed, built in shelving, 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 medieval village set on a hill about 5 miles to the south of Canterbury. The village square is surrounded by beamed medieval Kentish buildings 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 visitors from all over the world. The Kent village 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 village has both a railway station and bus service between Canterbury and Ashford. Canterbury itself has a wealth of history to explore and visit being a World Heritage Site.

It boasts a good range of restaurants and bars, a new shopping complex and many individual boutiques and its busy cafe society that make this a must during your stay in this self catering holiday cottage in Kent. There is also bustling farmers market at The Goodshed in Canterbury. To explore there are many historic sites to visit including the fabulous Belmont House and Garden near Faversham 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 farmer's 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 cottage 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 in a wonderful location for a relaxing break and yet is within easy reach of motorways, the beach and even the Channel Tunnel (25 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!

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Friday changeover day. Child's cot and child's inflatable 'Readybed' and high chair available. Basket of logs for the wood burning stove are provided for your arrival - please note you will need to purchase more for the duration of your stay. A refundable security deposit of £50 is payable with the balance of the rent. Short breaks available. 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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