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Wonderful 1 bedroom cottage near Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Canterbury

Wonderful 1 bedroom cottage near Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Canterbury

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Private garden area
Large lounge dining area
Shower Room
Main Bedroom
Bathroom with small dressing table behind door in front of window

Overview of Wonderful 1 bedroom cottage near Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Canterbury

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 220 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Ashford, England
  • Popular LocationAshford Designer Outlet7 min drive
  • Popular LocationPort Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens7 min drive
  • Popular LocationPort Lympne Wild Animal Park8 min drive
  • AirportLondon (LGW-Gatwick)75 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Wonderful 1 bedroom cottage near Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Canterbury

Riverside Cottage is a quiet little haven for two, only a stone's throw from the East Stour river. Beautifully furnished and overlooking farmland, this is a lovely spot for a relaxing break with great country walks from the doorstep and a good pub, the Farrier's Arms just a minute's walk from the front door. Please note it has parking for one car only. The village shop for all your essentials is about a mile down the road . The cathedral city of Canterbury is only 30 minutes drive with a wonderful array of museums, restaurants and cafes to choose from. For an adventure hop on the train at Eurotunnel which is just down the road and in 35 minutes you will be in Northern France with its pretty villages and beautiful beaches. The quaint seaside town of Hythe is only a 20 minute drive with lovely pebble beaches and boats to hire on the Royal Militray Canal and the famous Port Lympne Wild Animal Park is just five miles away. There really is so much on offer you will be spoilt for choice! Shop: 1 mile Pub: 200 yards Coast: 8.5 miles

Property manager

Tony Blakley
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Garden studio
Studio in mature English gardens in an area of outstanding natural beauty
Kitchen
Washer
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
9.6 out of 10, (36 reviews)
Studio in mature English gardens in an area of outstanding natural beauty

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Ashford

Located in Ashford, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Godinton House and Gardens and Crypt of St. Leonard are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens and Poulton Wood Nature Reserve. Battlezone and Imagine Play Centre are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby.
Map
Ashford, England

What's nearby

  • Willesborough Windmill - 5 min drive
  • Ashford Designer Outlet - 7 min drive
  • Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens - 7 min drive
  • Port Lympne Wild Animal Park - 8 min drive
  • Gusbourne Estate Winery - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Ashford Ham Street Station - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ashford Designer Outlet - 7 min drive
  • McDonald's - 5 min drive
  • Eurostar Dining Cart - 6 min drive
  • Farriers Arms - 2 min walk
  • Harris + Hoole - 5 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bob M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect cottage
Everything was perfect, location and village were a great base for our trip, there was nothing lacking in the cottage, great pub just up the road....
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lynne and Norm S., Brantford, Ontario

A quality holiday venue in Kent, The Garden of England.
Our stay was twelve days with glorious weather for mid April. We left a frigid Ontario winter with snowdrops poking their way through frozen soil and arrived in England to blooming blossoms, green grass and fields of ripe rapeseed. Riverside Cottage was exactly as shown in the picture, Viv and Tony were extremely helpful and the locals were very friendly. Most of the tourists sights are worth visiting but we also golfed - Lydd is test of skill, especially if the wind is blowing along with an incoming tide, Ashford not so much. When we encountered a small issue Tony was over immediately and fixed the problem. We ate al fresco overlooking a freshly tilled field, watched many sunsets and cooked in most of the time. The cottage was well appointed and the decorating quite peaceful. We highly recommend this property and wish you a joyful holiday. The Stewarts, Brantford, Ontario.
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

wendy r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
A perfect escape, in a lovely setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Lovely clean well equipped cottage with country view
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Little Haven
My daughter and I were delighted with our stay - the sunny patio and garden area look out onto the countryside. The property was well equipped and the bathroom was roomy with plenty of storage space. The decor was very pleasant. Location for us was perfect for visiting family in Ashford, only a 15 to 20min drive away
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Tony Blakley

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Vivien & Tony welcome you to Riverside. We have live here for 25 years - watching our three children grow up and fly the nest!

We are a retired couple enjoying our time together in the heart of Kent. Riverside Cottage has been a dream to develop as we enjoy meeting people and making their stay an enjoyable one.

Why they chose this property

This stunning self-catering holiday cottage is a short drive from the historic City of Canterbury (around 25 mins) which boasts a wealth of visitor attractions. In 1170 Archbishop Thomas Beckett was famously murdered in the Cathedral and thousands of Pilgrims play homage each year. The ancient ruins of St Augustine's Abbey and St Martin's Church all form part of UNESCO World Heritage Site. Nearby are the remains of a Norman Castle built on 1080 by the Normans and the large stone keep was largely constructed in the reign of Henry1 (1100-1135) all are reminders of the City's history, heritage & culture. Other attractions include, The King's mile, St Dunstan's, West Gate Towers, Northgate and The Canterbury Tales. You can take one of the River Tours and absorb the City with a boat trip along the River Stour taking in the architecture and scenic views. There are museums, walking trails or guided walks to help you enjoy the narrow winding lanes. Canterbury is best explored by foot. Canterbury is a place steeped in tradition and is also a modern and vibrant city with welcoming bars, pubs, nightclubs, fine restaurants, and a High Street with independent and high street names. Canterbury Golf Course is 1 mile distance from the City Centre and was designed by Henry Colt ain 1927 at the same time as designing Wentworth. There are two famous “links” courses at nearby Sandwich, Royal St Georges (home to The Open Championship in 2011) and Princes (Open Golf qualifying course).

What makes this property unique

The evening can be spent watching the sunset from the lounge or if warm enough - from the sun loungers on the private patio. With panoramic views across the fields - almost as far as Ashford in the distance. And if you are lucky to spend the Autumn at Riverside you will be amazed at the fields full of Pumpkins or Rape seed oil plants.

Languages:

English

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