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Historic Manor House - Sleeps 16 - Pool & Hot Tub

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A stone building with a balcony and a view of a green field.
A grand living room with a large grey sofa, a matching ottoman, and a wooden coffee table. There is a chandelier, a framed painting, and a statue on a side table. The room has large windows with curtains, and a patterned carpet.
A formal dining room with a large wooden table, ornate chairs, and a chandelier.
A stone pathway leading to a grassy area with a view of trees and a clear sky.
A large, historic stone building with multiple windows and a well-maintained lawn.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good
This vacation home accommodates 16 guests with 6 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. It features 1 indoor pool and 1 hot tub. Enjoy the outdoor patio, and rest assured that it is pet-friendly. Explore Gads Hill Place and Ranscombe Farm Country Park during your stay.

Highlights

  • Room to spread out

    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.

  • Barbecue grill

    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
6 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Balcony
  • Hot tub on site
  • Barbecue grill
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Rochester, ENG
  • Place, Gads Hill Place
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Rochester Castle
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Rochester Cathedral
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LCY-London City)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Double Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Historic Manor House - Sleeps 16 - Pool & Hot Tub

Welcome to Higham Grange, a prestigious and historic manor house nestled in the heart of Higham, a charming village in the Kent countryside. With elegant period features, generous indoor space, and modern amenities, it’s the perfect retreat for group getaways or special events.

🛏️ Accommodation Details

Sleeps up to 16 guests

6 spacious bedrooms:
3 rooms with super king beds
2 rooms with double beds
1 room with a king bed
3 additional single beds can be added upon request

5.5 bathrooms:
3 with walk-in showers
1 with shower over bath
1 with bathtub only
Plus, a separate toilet

🏠 Key Features

Gated private drive with parking
3 acres of landscaped grounds

Grand reception areas:
Elegant living room
Formal dining room
Dedicated bar area
Large indoor swimming pool and hot tub

Fully equipped kitchen:

Fridge, freezer, hob, oven, kettle, microwave

📺 Modern Comforts:

Smart TVs in every bedroom
Wi-Fi access throughout the property
Linen and towels provided
Free on-site parking

🐾 Pet & Smoking Policy

Pets welcome
No smoking allowed indoors

⏰ Check-in / Check-out

Check-in: From 3:00 PM
Check-out: By 11:00 AM

💍 Event & Venue Use

Higham Grange also serves as a wedding venue. For information on hosting your wedding at the manor, please search “Higham Grange Hitched” online to view the dedicated wedding platform.

🌿 Nearby Attractions:

7 mins drive to Shorne Woods Country Park
10 mins walk to Higham Village Trail
10 mins drive to Rochester Castle & Cathedral
12 mins drive to Dickens World
15 mins drive to Upnor Castle
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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Events

Events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Infants allowed

Important information

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Property # 10869414ha
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Rochester

Rochester is home to this vacation home. Medway Little Theatre and Central Theatre are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Bluewater Shopping Centre and Lakeside Shopping Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Priestfield Stadium or Gallagher Stadium.
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Rochester, ENG

What's nearby

  • Gads Hill Place - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Diggerland - 8 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Rochester Castle - 9 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Rochester Cathedral - 9 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Cooling Castle Barn - 16 min drive - 9.9 km

Getting around

  • Rochester Higham Station - 19 min walk
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sportsman - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Three Crutches - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Knowle - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Historic Manor House - Sleeps 16 - Pool & Hot Tub have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Manor House - Sleeps 16 - Pool & Hot Tub?

As of Sep 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Manor House - Sleeps 16 - Pool & Hot Tub on Sep 21, 2026 start from $1,141, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Historic Manor House - Sleeps 16 - Pool & Hot Tub pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Manor House - Sleeps 16 - Pool & Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Manor House - Sleeps 16 - Pool & Hot Tub?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Manor House - Sleeps 16 - Pool & Hot Tub located?

Situated in Rochester, this vacation home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Gads Hill Place and within 3 mi (5 km) of Shorne Woods Country Park and Rochester Castle. Rochester Cathedral and Six Poor Travellers House are also within 6 mi (10 km). Rochester Higham Station is 19 minutes by foot.

Reviews

7.6

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 9 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Check-in

8.4/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely

Lovely stay we felt very welcomed. Would happily book again and recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 27, 2021
So glad you enjoyed your stay. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We are delighted that we could ensure a comfortable stay during your visit. We do hope to see you again.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely smashing!

Had a great time here for my 30th! Brought a big group of friends and spent the weekend celebrating. Definitely recommend :)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely quirky spacious house

We had a lovely stay at Higham Manor. The property is spacious with a great pool and hot tub. We had 3 generations of our family and a dog and everyone enjoyed themselves. The property is a quirky mix of shabby chic and gothic. With everything we needed for our stay. Lots of parking and no stress at checkin or checkout. Would definitely recommend this house.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable house

I recently stayed at this house with friends and family. In total, we were 8 adults and 7 children ranging from 1-15 years old. It is a very big and comfortable house. It is in need of some TLC, the decoration is old but that is shown in the photos and reflected in the price. The heated indoor pool was amazing and saved our holiday as it was raining most days we were there. There were also many inflatables in the pool which was a nice touch. Everything in the house works, oven, hob, hot water, plumbing, electricity etc….so I would definitely recommend staying here and I would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cancelled and tried to trick into keeping deposit

Would not recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Was a happy stay but

The buts are well documented by previous guests. Kitchen needed a good clean, utility room very untidy, whole house due an update and could be stunning. We had ants in the kitchen and even in the dishwasher which meant we were washing up constantly and couldn’t leave food out in over half the kitchen. The owner knows this problem occurs. We did have a great stay, pool was lovely and warm, convenient showers close by, garden very pleasant, parking easy and quiet location. Loved our time but if I got my hands on this house I would really enjoy upgrading it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Such potential........

We hired the Manor for a group of 14 adults for a birthday weekend. The house is in a lovely location and can't be faulted as a large group venue, however the general condition of the place lets it down hugely and it desperately needs some tlc / money spent on it. There were only 7 matching plates in the house, the other random crockery was like something from a jumble sale, such a shame as the dining room is an absolutely stunning place for a group meal. The kitchen lacks loads of basic items like large bowls / matching cutlery / jugs etc and needs a good clean and sort out. The lounge is amazing with period furniture etc etc and the swimming pool fabulous. Outside the patio is another area needing some desperate attention. Cigarette ends scattered around and a random collection of old garden furniture (including two dangerously broken garden chairs) and a couple of pub type garden bench / tables. I really would at least expect enough comfortable outside seats for my guests at over £1000 a night in what is potentially a great outside space. The 2 top floor bedrooms and bathroom really are well below standard. I felt quite embarrassed asking some of my guests to sleep in these rooms. There are loads of tiny fixes in the house that could be done like repair door locks, toilet roll holders, bathroom deep clean, new beds etc The house is a great large group venue but desperately needs some work done on it to make it the stunning place it obviously once was.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay at this property - it had everything we could have asked for.

Swimming pool, hot tub, fun! Thanks for having us. Would recommend to everyone !
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday Celebration

The property was perfect for my wife’s 50th Birthday celebration, the pool and hot tub made it extra special. Would definitely consider staying in future.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 21, 2022
Hello Carlos, Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback. We are delighted to hear that you appreciate the amenities offered in this property. Thank you and I hope to see you again! Have a lovely week! Kind regards, TravelNest Team

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