Howletts Wild Animal Park

Howletts Wild Animal Park is a renowned zoo near Canterbury, Kent, home to significant breeding groups of rare and endangered species including gorillas and African elephants, offering an outdoor wildlife experience focused on animal conservation and education.

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The Studio

The Studio is a stylishly converted one-bedroom barn set in a peaceful and scenic rural location near Rye, featuring a light-filled open-plan living space and a private patio overlooking a pond and countryside, ideal for nature lovers and quiet retreats.

2 miles from Smallhythe Place

Smallhythe Place is a Tudor-era historic house and theatre museum in Kent, dedicated to Victorian actress Ellen Terry, featuring her theatrical collection, costume displays, beautiful gardens, and an active barn theatre hosting numerous productions annually.

Anchor Light Cottage

A semi-detached house located in a quiet area of the historic town of Faversham, near the beach, featuring a cosy interior with woodburners and a garden with patio.

2 miles from Doddington Place Gardens

Doddington Place Gardens is a 10-acre outdoor garden located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty featuring diverse planting styles, rock and sunken gardens, champion trees, and panoramic countryside views, welcoming visitors with refreshments and accessible facilities.

Leacon Hall Lodge

Barn conversion set in a tranquil rural location near Rye and other towns, featuring vaulted timber ceilings, two double bedrooms with bathrooms, and exclusive garden access overlooking a pond within peaceful grounds.

2 miles from Horne's Place Chapel

Horne's Place Chapel is a late medieval timber-framed private chapel dating from 1276 near Appledore, Kent, noted for its exquisite architecture and historic significance as a Grade II* listed building. The chapel is open to visitors to view its interior, but the attached manor house remains private.

Manor Lodge

Manor Lodge is a high-end two-bedroom coastal holiday home in Birchington-on-Sea, offering a private garden with a hot tub and stylish interiors suited to families and groups seeking a peaceful seaside retreat with nearby local amenities and coastal attractions.

2 miles from The Powell-Cotton Museum, Quex House, and Gardens

The Powell-Cotton Museum, Quex House, and Gardens in Kent offers visitors a chance to explore a historic house with guided tours, extensive gardens, and a unique museum featuring wildlife dioramas and cultural artifacts from around the world. The venue is mostly wheelchair accessible and family friendly, with free parking and facilities for children.

Dunnock

Dunnock is a high-end property located in a 180-acre nature reserve in the Kent Downs, offering a peaceful and private retreat surrounded by scenic countryside and nature immersion opportunities, suitable for couples and small families.

Near Belmont House

Belmont House is a beautifully preserved Georgian neo-classical country house in Kent featuring impressive collections of clocks and furniture. Visitors can explore both the historic interiors and the surrounding gardens, with guided tours available and facilities including a cafe, picnic area, and events for children.

The Joiners Rest

The Joiner's Rest offers a peaceful and stylish countryside retreat in Kent with a modern design and shared landscaped gardens, suitable for families or groups seeking a laid-back holiday close to nature and local gastro pubs.

The Ark Barn

A stylish barn cottage set in rural Kent within the owners' land, offering three bedrooms and two bathrooms, suitable for families and couples, with close proximity to local countryside, coastal towns, and leisure activities.

Near Goodnestone Park Gardens

Goodnestone Park Gardens is a diverse garden surrounding an 18th-century manor house featuring formal lawns, woodland gardens, walled enclosures, arboretums, and a greenhouse, with a café onsite offering produce from their no-dig vegetable garden.

Willow farm Stays - Rose

Rose is a stylish and high-end two-bedroom holiday lodge set in the tranquil Kent countryside, offering a peaceful rural retreat with beautiful open-plan living areas and private outdoor spaces including a hot tub.

The Oast - New Shelve Farm Holidays

The Oast is a stylish and peaceful countryside property in the village of Lenham, Maidstone, offering a comfortable and private retreat for up to four guests with rural charm and a garden patio area.

Cherry Tree Cottage

Cherry Tree Cottage is a cosy one-bedroom retreat set in a converted Kentish barn surrounded by rural Kent landscapes, offering a peaceful and stylish countryside stay with an open-plan living area and a shared heated indoor swimming pool.

West Beach House Annexe

West Beach Annex is a high-end coastal annex located on the ground floor in the village of Seasalter near Whitstable, providing a peaceful and romantic retreat with a homely feel and scenic seaside surroundings.

Ivy Lodge

Ivy Lodge is a stylish and high-end two-bedroom holiday home located near the coast in Birchington-on-Sea, offering a private garden, hot tub, games room, and parking for two cars, set in a peaceful coastal village with nearby amenities and scenic coastal trails.

Debenham Lodge

Debenham Lodge is an eight-bedroom coastal holiday home in Margate, suitable for large groups or families, featuring a homely and stylish character with individual en-suite bedrooms, and a garden with outdoor seating and a games room in a garden outbuilding.

3 miles from St Augustine's Cross

St Augustine's Cross is a historic stone memorial in Kent commemorating St Augustine's 597 AD mission to England. The cross features intricate Saxon and Celtic carvings and stands near Pegwell Bay and Pegwell Bay Country Park, marking a significant religious and cultural landmark.

Pines Cottage

Pines Cottage is a detached historic property located in picturesque gardens at St Margaret's Bay, Dover, offering sea views and access to coastal walks, suitable for up to 8 guests in 4 ensuite bedrooms all on the ground floor.

2 miles from South Foreland Lighthouses

South Foreland Lighthouses are a pair of historic Victorian lighthouses in Kent, England, known for pioneering electric light and Marconi's radio experiments. The Upper Lighthouse is owned by the National Trust and open for public visits including museum exhibits, while the Lower Lighthouse is privately owned and not accessible.

3 miles from County Square

Ashford is a historic market town and transport hub in Kent, England. It features landmarks such as the 13th century St Mary's Parish Church, the Ashford Designer Outlet shopping centre, and the Green Corridor nature reserve. The town is served by Ashford International station with rail links to London and Europe. It offers cultural, sporting, and shopping experiences with leisure facilities like the Julie Rose Stadium and a range of amenities.

3 miles from Wingham Wildlife Park

Wingham Wildlife Park in Kent features a diverse collection of over 200 animal species including birds, mammals, reptiles, and primates. Visitors can explore tropical houses, reptile exhibits, big cat enclosures, and a unique penguin pool. The park also offers indoor educational facilities, a café, and outdoor play areas designed for families and children.

3 miles from Godinton House & Gardens

Godinton House & Gardens is a historic country house in Kent featuring guided tours, extensive gardens, and seasonal events. Visitors can explore formal and walled gardens, enjoy homemade refreshments, and discover centuries of history through a rich collection of furniture and art.

The Necessarium

The Necessarium is a historic four-bedroom holiday home located within the grounds of Canterbury Cathedral, blending ancient monastic features with modern comforts, offering a tranquil and elegant retreat in a vibrant city steeped in heritage.

3 miles from Blean Woods

Blean Woods is a natural woodland reserve featuring traditional coppice, high forest, heathland, and glades which support diverse wildlife including woodpeckers, nightingales, and rare butterflies. Visitors can explore multiple waymarked trails and enjoy peaceful outdoor walks, with facilities including a car park and picnic area. Dogs are allowed on a specific trail, but there are no indoor facilities such as cafes or toilets on site.

Why Not

"Why Not" is a 2-bedroom holiday let located along the historic Pilgrims’ Way walk near Canterbury City Centre, offering a peaceful and stylish countryside retreat with a private garden and on-site parking.

The Old Doctors Manor House

This spacious 5-bedroom detached holiday home near Whitstable accommodates up to 15 guests and features private en-suite bedrooms, multiple reception rooms, and a private garden with a hot tub and pizza oven, situated close to local amenities and the seaside.

Oakdene Retreats - Sea Beet

Sea Beat is a new build, stylish two-bedroom holiday home located in Whitstable close to the beach and High Street, offering a peaceful and romantic self-contained retreat with outdoor garden space and convenient access to local attractions.

Wren

Wren is a high-end, peaceful countryside property set within a natural wildlife and farm setting in Kent, offering a private and stylish retreat in a rural village environment ideal for families and nature lovers.

Yew Tree Farm

A luxurious 15th-century rural house with stylish rustic interiors, extensive grounds, and family-friendly features including a hot tub, bar, and children's play area, ideal for celebrations and groups.

3 miles from The White Cliffs of Dover

The White Cliffs of Dover offer dramatic cliff-top walks with stunning views over the English Channel, historic WWII tunnels tours, and a striking Victorian lighthouse. Visitors can enjoy walking trails, a café with panoramic views, and a play area, making it suitable for families and history enthusiasts alike.

Woodsell Farm - Linnet

Linnet is a newly converted stable located in a 180-acre wilding project in the Kent Downs, offering a peaceful and private retreat with rustic charm in the tranquil village of Stalisfield amidst scenic countryside and nature areas.

Bridge Cottage

Bridge Cottage is a high-end four-bedroom 16th-century cottage located in the peaceful village of Sevington, Ashford, set in the Kent countryside with historic character and scenic surroundings, suitable for families or groups up to eight guests.

Questeds

This spacious Grade II listed 16th-century family house near Margate offers a historic and private retreat setting with extensive grounds and coastal proximity.

The Honey House

The Honey House is a ground-floor self-contained accommodation nestled in the Kent countryside near the coast, featuring an open-plan living space, enclosed garden, and private parking, ideal for peaceful stays by the countryside and coastal area of Eastry.

The Old Shire Barn

The Old Shire Barn is a unique countryside holiday home converted from a farm building, set in the Kent countryside surrounded by orchards and rolling farmland, offering a peaceful and rustic retreat with stylish and individually styled bedrooms spread over two floors.

Coombe Wood Coach House

A stylish countryside retreat located within the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering a private hot tub, cinema room, and scenic views over the Alkham Valley, set within 50-acre natural grounds on a working farm.