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Highlights
Room to spread out
Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
Enjoy the heated pool
A rare find in this area - swim in comfort or have a relaxing dip.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12
Popular amenities
Private pool
Onsite parking available
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Barbecue grill
Explore the area
Near Sandwich, Kent
Wingham Wildlife Park
Place, Wingham Wildlife Park
4 min drive
Richborough Roman Fort
Place, Richborough Roman Fort
7 min drive
Stodmarsh National Nature Reserve
Place, Stodmarsh National Nature Reserve
11 min drive
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 5
1 King Bed
Bedroom 6
2 Single Beds
4 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 4
Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Family Retreat in Kent. All-year pool. Sleeps 12 + 2. 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms.
Hop Farm is a charming farmhouse with all modern amenities, dated 1715 with its own, exclusive and astonishing, full-size heated indoor pool, which ranges from 3ft to 6ft in depth, 6 bedrooms, four bathrooms and parking for 6 cars.
Hop Farm offers accommodation normally for 12 persons. Up to two extra persons are allowed and are charged at a nominal rate of £60 per person per night for which they are provided with sleepover beds. Babies in arms are free of courage . We have a three-night minimum stay.
Hop Farm is brilliantly situated in the back-of-beyond real farming country of East Kent, yet it is less than 2 hours from London by car, 1 hour by high-speed train, within 30 minutes of the Channel Tunnel and Ferry ports, and 45 minutes from Ashford for Eurostar (Paris or Brussels 2 hours).
Hop Farm has a beautiful all-weather heated swimming pool for your exclusive use, Wi-Fi, barbecue, with seating up to 14 and two table tennis tables.
There is also a 5-a-side football pitch.
Next to Hop Farm is our beautiful, private grass tennis court which we can share with you. Just ask when booking should you wish to use it. Hours available are 11am to 1pm daily. You will need to bring your own racquets, tennis balls and tennis shoes. Being grass, the court is closed in the autumn and winter, normally October to May.
Hop Farm is surrounded by fields and lovely Kent orchards which are ideal for country walks. Coppers Bistro in the nearby village of Preston, the Anchor Inn, Wingham and the Duke William, Ickham we can recommend for family meals.
Interesting places to visit nearby include historic Sandwich (with several golf courses including the world-famous Royal St George's Golf Club), Canterbury with its world-renowned Cathedral, city walls and designer shopping and the nearby vineyards for Kent wine.
There are many children's attractions very near, including Wingham Wildlife Park, the famous Howletts Zoo, Roman Richborough Castle and Ramsgate, Margate and Deal beaches. Dover Castle, the second-biggest fully-intact castle after Windsor, is always a hit with children. And then there is the astonishing Whitemills Wake and Aqua Park at nearby Sandwich, just the thing for the young - as well as those of us not so young who would just like to experience the thrill of childhood once again! (whitemillswake.co.uk)
When booking please remember to let us know your reason for booking and the number of guests in your party. Thank you!
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Maximum two dogs
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Turn down the central heating control in the hall to 10
Pull cover over swimming pool and turn off the pool conservatory lights.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Strictly No Parties (weddings, stags, hen dos) Please inquire for all male or all female groups.
Swimming pool hours of opening - 8am to 8pm
No alcohol, smoking, unsupervised non-swimmers and unsupervised persons under 18 in the pool conservatory. See full pool regs in rental agreement.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 1194207
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
Note from host: Permission required for those not staying.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Canterbury
Located in Canterbury, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Canterbury Cathedral and Dover Castle are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Whitstable Beach and White Cliffs of Dover. Travelling with kids? Consider Wingham Wildlife Park and Howletts Wild Animal Park. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
Stodmarsh National Nature Reserve - 11 min drive - 10.7 km
Getting around
Sandwich Station - 8 min drive
London (SEN-Southend) - 133 min drive
Restaurants
The Bell Inn - 8 min drive
Chopsticks - 9 min drive
The Rose Inn - 7 min drive
Juliet's Farm Shop And Cafe - 3 min drive
McDonald's - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Family Retreat in Kent. All-year pool. Sleeps 12 + 2. 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Family Retreat in Kent. All-year pool. Sleeps 12 + 2. 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms.?
As of 18 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family Retreat in Kent. All-year pool. Sleeps 12 + 2. 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. on 13 Oct, 2026 start from S$3,717, 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 Family Retreat in Kent. All-year pool. Sleeps 12 + 2. 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Family Retreat in Kent. All-year pool. Sleeps 12 + 2. 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Family Retreat in Kent. All-year pool. Sleeps 12 + 2. 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms.?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Family Retreat in Kent. All-year pool. Sleeps 12 + 2. 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Family Retreat in Kent. All-year pool. Sleeps 12 + 2. 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. located?
This family-friendly Canterbury holiday home is located by the sea, 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Wingham Wildlife Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Grove Ferry Picnic Site and Sandwich Guildhall Museum. Howletts Wild Animal Park and Sandwich Bay Bird Observatory Trust are also within 9 miles (15 km).
About the host
Hosted by Vaughan Grylls
Vaughan is an artist and writer and retired head of the University for the Creative Arts where he serves as emeritus professor. Polly is the owner of a publishing company in London. Two grown-up offspring, one rescue cat, Jasper, who murders small animals. One greedy but always charming Be the Beagle.
We divide our time between our house in London, our house in Kent, which is near Hop Farm and La Spinosa in Italy ( No: 429689) which we have rented out successfully as a holiday home - lots of reviews! - for several years.
Why they chose this property
A charming country house with its own, exclusive use swimming pool, near the sea, within striking distance of London and the continent yet completely away from it all and with plenty of room and great country walks for humans and dogs - and our fabulous private grass tennis court, open May to September, which you can use. Just let us know in advance if you are interested. Oh yes, if any in your party are interested in old cars, feel free to take a look at Vaughan's collection in the black garage nearby!
What makes this property unique
An astonishing, all-year round heated pool for your exclusive use.