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Highlights
The great outdoors
Guests love the outdoor space here.
Beach equipment
A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Near Kent Downs
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7
Popular amenities
Private pool
Hot tub on site
Garage parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Barbecue grill
Explore the area
Ashford, ENG
Kent Downs
Place, Kent Downs
1 min walk
Ashford Designer Outlet
Place, Ashford Designer Outlet
10 min drive
Canterbury Cathedral
Place, Canterbury Cathedral
27 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Historic Royal Kent cottage surrounded by large gardens & private swimming pool
Plantagenet Cottage is unique, charming and hidden away on the outskirts of a picturesque Kentish village. We're located within the beautiful Kent Downs area of outstanding natural beauty and the views from our garden overlook the Eastwell Manor Country Estate.
The cottage is steeped in History dating back to the 16th century when originally built as a one-room dwelling by Richard Plantagenet, a natural son of King Richard III [the one they found under the car park in Leicester], so our Richard was, in theory, the last in the bloodline of the Plantagenet Kings of England. It's a fascinating story and you will find books and other information about this at the cottage.
We are ideally suited to 6 people [possible 7th on pull out mattress] across 3 luxurious bedrooms - the entire detached property has been recently refurbished to a high standard providing all modern amenities and comfort whilst maintaining the cottage's rustic charm and historical character.
The large living area has 2 comfortable sofas, a 40" plasma smart TV with Netflix, Amazon / iPlayer etc. It also has a large inglenook fireplace with a new Wood Burning Stove - it's lovely having cozy log fires in colder months.
The dining area has a table seated for 6/7 people below a vaulted ceiling with a gothic arch looking out to the garden.
There is also an office space with network ports and printer and USB charging from most rooms.
The fully equipped kitchen has new appliances and hopefully everything you might need !
Our bathroom has a bath, rain shower, toilet and sink - and it has a cubby hole inside a recently exposed old fireplace.
The garden wraps around the property and has a park like feel with lots of well established trees & shrubs. Lots of space for kids to play .. we even have 'Teletubby' mounds! There is a BBQ, a swing and outside seating areas and new this year is a large in-ground trampoline, which is proving to be great fun for small and big kids too !
A definite highlight in warmer months is the outdoor heated swimming pool which is in a walled area in a sunny corner of the garden. POOL OPEN BETWEEN APRIL TO END OF SEPTEMBER - exact date is weather dependant. Hot-Tub available to hire on request.
Our cottage is in a delightful spot that we think has a lovely relaxed feeling and good atmosphere.
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Ashford
Located in Ashford, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. Canterbury Cathedral and Godinton House and Gardens are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Whitstable Beach and Kent Downs. Travelling with kids? Consider Hollywood Bowl and Great Chart Golf and Leisure. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking.
Does Historic Royal Kent cottage surrounded by large gardens & private swimming pool have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Historic Royal Kent cottage surrounded by large gardens & private swimming pool pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Historic Royal Kent cottage surrounded by large gardens & private swimming pool?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Historic Royal Kent cottage surrounded by large gardens & private swimming pool?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Historic Royal Kent cottage surrounded by large gardens & private swimming pool?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Historic Royal Kent cottage surrounded by large gardens & private swimming pool located?
This family-friendly Ashford cottage is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Kent Downs, Cineworld Ashford and Ashford Golf Club. Hollywood Bowl and Great Chart Golf and Leisure are also within 6 miles (10 km).
About the host
Hosted by TIM & MAITE
We live in the suburbs of London with our two daughters. We like cooking and eating delicious food, sunshine, music, gardening, and being outdoors. It's great doing those things at our cottage when guests are not enjoying doing it there themselves !
Why they chose this property
We fell in love with the plot - its secluded, tucked away from the main road and you wouldn't even know its there, plus the amazing history of the cottage having been originally built by our royal heir to the throne Richard Plantagenet. Ashford is a thriving practical town which is handy to have nearby when venturing out of the peaceful / countryside vibe of our immediate area.
What makes this property unique
The hidden away location, the history, the private pool and the views over to Eastwell Manor are all unique benefits.
Languages:
English, French
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests