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OLD POST OFFICE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Hamstreet

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A two-story brick house with a green front door, white-framed windows, and a small garden area with potted plants.
A two-story brick house with a white garage door, a green awning over the garage, and a small front garden with potted plants.
A living room with two red armchairs, a wooden cabinet, and a green patterned wall.
A living room with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, a TV stand, a fan, and a mirror on the wall.
A dining room with a red tablecloth, chairs, a fruit bowl, a vase with flowers, a wine bottle, and a bookshelf.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
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Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Garden
  • Internet access
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Ashford, South Coast
  • Place, Poulton Wood Nature Reserve
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Hamstreet Woods National Nature Reserve
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Port Lympne Wild Animal Park
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Twin Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

shower room

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Garden
Dining area

About this property

OLD POST OFFICE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Hamstreet

This refurbished post office lies in the village of Ruckinge in Kent and can sleep seven people in four bedrooms.

Old Post Office is a renovated post office based in the village of Ruckinge in South Kent. Hosting four bedrooms, including two doubles, a twin and single, along with a bathroom and shower room, this property can sleep four people. There is also a kitchen, dining and sitting room on the ground-floor, while the first-floor hosts a kitchenette/diner and a sitting room. To the outside is a garden with furniture and parking. Old Post Office is a delightful family base with easy access to the many attractions of Kent.

Amenities: Oil central heating. Electric oven and hob, 2 x microwaves, 2 x fridge/freezers, 2 x washing machine, 2 x tumble dryer, 2 x dishwasher, 2 x TV with Freeview, Wood-burning stone, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot and chair available on request. Parking. Garden with furniture.No smoking. Shop 1.9 miles, pub 1.1 miles. Beach 8.8 miles

Region: Kent is affectionately known as the Garden of England. Its history and heritage provide the region with a rich array of sightseeing possibilities, while the stunning choice of Blue Flag beaches offer the chance to enjoy the beautiful coastline.

Town: Hamstreet is a small village positioned on the main road between Ashford and Hastings in Kent. It offers basic amenities including a choice of independent shops, eateries and a convenience store. The scenic Saxon Shore Way runs closeby, offering a long-distance footpath through the Kent countryside. The village is also within easy reach of the coast, particularly the coastal village of Dymchurch and St. Mary’s Bay where a secluded cove can be discovered.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 10919148ha
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
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

Ashford

Ashford is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Camber Sands. South of England Rare Breeds Centre and Battlezone are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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Ashford, South Coast

What's nearby

  • Poulton Wood Nature Reserve - 5 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Hamstreet Woods National Nature Reserve - 9 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Port Lympne Wild Animal Park - 10 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens - 12 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Ashford Designer Outlet - 12 min drive - 15.3 km

Getting around

  • Ashford Ham Street Station - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Woolpack Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Rocky's Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Old School House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rushbrooke 50 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The White Horse - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is OLD POST OFFICE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Hamstreet pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Old Post Office: pet-friendly cottage?

As of Jul 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Old Post Office: pet-friendly cottage on Jul 16, 2026 start from $748, 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.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at OLD POST OFFICE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Hamstreet?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at OLD POST OFFICE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Hamstreet?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is OLD POST OFFICE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Hamstreet located?

Situated in Ashford, this vacation home is 1.8 mi (3 km) from Hamstreet Woods National Nature Reserve and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Poulton Wood Nature Reserve. South of England Rare Breeds Centre and Gusbourne Estate Winery are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.0

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

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Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Carolin H.

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

Liebevoller Kurztrip

Chris hat uns sehr warmherzig empfangen (es brannte sogar ein Feuer im Kamin) und uns das Haus gezeigt. Alle Räume waren sehr liebevoll und stilecht eingerichtet. Es fehlte uns an nichts. Es war ein wunderschöner Urlaub mit der Familie und unseren Freunden.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Maria K.

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

Echt Engels

We hebben ontzettend genoten. Fijn huis met alles erop en aan. Wel hier en daar kleine mankementen. We hebben genoten van de heerlijke tuin en omgeving.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Sykes Holiday Cottages

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Four bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x ground-floor double, 1 x ground-floor twin, 1 x single. Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC. Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC. Kitchen. Dining room. Sitting room. First-floor: Kitchenette/diner and sitting room

What makes this property unique

Oil central heating. Electric oven and hob, 2 x microwaves, 2 x fridge/freezers, 2 x washing machine, 2 x tumble dryer, 2 x dishwasher, 2 x TV with Freeview, Wood-burning stone, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot and chair available on request. Parking. Garden with furniture.No smoking. Shop 1.9 miles, pub 1.1 miles. Beach 8.8 miles

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