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Great Higham Oast and Cottages by Bloom Stays - sleeps 18 guests in 6 bedrooms

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A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a large bed with multiple pillows, a bedside table, and a view of the outdoors through a glass door.
A dining area with wooden chairs and a table, a kitchen with a microwave and refrigerator, and a large window with curtains.
A cozy living room with a sofa, a wooden floor, a fireplace, a bookshelf, and a mirror.
A modern living room with a sofa, TV, dining table, and kitchen area.
A brick building with a sloped roof, a chimney, and a small garden area with pink flowers and green grass.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Barbecue grill
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Kent Downs
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 18

Popular amenities

  • Shared communal pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Sittingbourne, Kent
  • Place, Kent Downs
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Leeds Castle
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Canterbury Cathedral
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

Bedroom #2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom #3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom #4

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

Bedroom #5

2 Single Beds

Bedroom #6

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom #1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom #2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom #3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom #4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Great Higham Oast and Cottages by Bloom Stays - sleeps 18 guests in 6 bedrooms

Great Higham Oast: Sleeps 10 in 4 bedrooms, 1 reception room, 2 bathrooms (1 en-suite) and 1 WC.

Entered through the hallway with room for coats and boots, leading to the spacious open plan living area.

Ground Floor
Sitting Area: Open plan with seating for 10, TV / DVD player and Sky TV are available.
Kitchen: Equipped with dishwasher, fridge, freezer, washing machine, electric oven and hob, microwave and extractor fan, the adjoining dining table seats 10.
Family bedroom (sleeps 4) - 2 x zip link single beds (Double bed available on request), 1x standard single bed, 1x pull out single bed and a wood burning stove.
WC with wash hand basin

Second Floor
Master bedroom (sleeps 2) double bed, en-suite with shower cubicle
Twin bedrooms (sleeps 2) single beds (double on request)
Twin bedrooms (sleeps 2) single beds (double on request)
​Family bathroom with bath and hand-held shower over

Outside
Outside there is a south facing patio which seats 10 and a BBQ and further outside space to the rear. Undercover car parking for two cars is available.

Cherry Cottage and Plum Cottage: both sleep 4.
Sitting room: French doors lead to patio area, wood burning stove with an ample supply of logs, sofas (1 sofa bed), TV/DVD, WiFi
Kitchen: breakfast bar, washing machine, fridge, electric oven, electric hobs, microwave oven and kettle. Dining table seats four
Galleried twin bedroom (sleeps 2), 2 single beds
Family bathroom on the ground floor, bath, integral shower
Secluded garden (not enclosed) with BBQ, patio and seating for 4. Private covered off road parking for two cars. Shared use of outside swimming pool and tennis courts.

A security deposit of £500 is required at this property. 
This is a carbon neutral development and all heating is supplied by the estates own coppiced woodland at no charge to the holidaymaker.
In addition, much of the electricity comes from a renewable source.
All logs for the wood burner are provided free of charge.
Guests use the pool facilities at their own risk, and due to harsh chemicals used for maintenance purposes some skin types may react. Please note the pool is heated, and available from Good Friday to 31st October, but is weather dependent.
Pool towels are not provided, please bring your own.
Guests who are using Great Higham Farm as a celebration venue should be aware that music is only permitted until midnight. Please be respectful of neighbouring properties and refrain from making any noise after this time.
Please note fireworks/chinese lanterns are not permitted at this property.
BBQ's are coal fuelled - The coal is not supplied
Pets are welcome. If you wish to bring a pet please let us know. Please note additional pet charges are £35 per pet per week (or part of) will be charged.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 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 # 10688301
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Sittingbourne

Located in Sittingbourne, this cottage is in a rural area. Whitstable Beach and Hothfield Heathlands Nature Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The Hawking Centre and Kent Science Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Bredgar and Wormshill Light Railway, or check out an event or a game at Silver Blades Ice Rink.
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Sittingbourne, Kent

What's nearby

  • Kent Downs - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Leeds Castle - 19 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Canterbury Cathedral - 28 min drive - 30.4 km
  • Whitstable Beach - 29 min drive - 31.8 km
  • Whitstable Harbour - 30 min drive - 32.5 km

Getting around

  • Maidstone Harrietsham Station - 10 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fruiterers - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Vineyard Sittingbourne - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Greggs - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Chequers Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Carpenters Arms - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Higham Oast and Cottages by Bloom Stays - sleeps 18 guests in 6 bedrooms pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Great Higham Oast and Cottages by Bloom Stays - sleeps 18 guests in 6 bedrooms?

As of 22 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Higham Oast and Cottages by Bloom Stays - sleeps 18 guests in 6 bedrooms on 1 Dec 2026 start from £2,183, 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 at Great Higham Oast and Cottages by Bloom Stays - sleeps 18 guests in 6 bedrooms?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Great Higham Oast and Cottages by Bloom Stays - sleeps 18 guests in 6 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great Higham Oast and Cottages by Bloom Stays - sleeps 18 guests in 6 bedrooms?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Great Higham Oast and Cottages by Bloom Stays - sleeps 18 guests in 6 bedrooms located?

This family-friendly Sittingbourne cottage is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of St John the Baptist, Doddington and The Hawking Centre. Kent Science Park is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

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