Welcome to Higham Grange, a prestigious and historic manor house nestled in the heart of Higham, a charming village in the Kent countryside. With elegant period features, generous indoor space, and modern amenities, it’s the perfect retreat for group getaways or special events.
🛏️ Accommodation Details
Sleeps up to 16 guests
6 spacious bedrooms: 3 rooms with super king beds 2 rooms with double beds 1 room with a king bed 3 additional single beds can be added upon request
5.5 bathrooms: 3 with walk-in showers 1 with shower over bath 1 with bathtub only Plus, a separate toilet
🏠 Key Features
Gated private drive with parking 3 acres of landscaped grounds
Grand reception areas: Elegant living room Formal dining room Dedicated bar area Large indoor swimming pool and hot tub
Fully equipped kitchen:
Fridge, freezer, hob, oven, kettle, microwave
📺 Modern Comforts:
Smart TVs in every bedroom Wi-Fi access throughout the property Linen and towels provided Free on-site parking
🐾 Pet & Smoking Policy
Pets welcome No smoking allowed indoors
⏰ Check-in / Check-out
Check-in: From 3:00 PM Check-out: By 11:00 AM
💍 Event & Venue Use
Higham Grange also serves as a wedding venue. For information on hosting your wedding at the manor, please search “Higham Grange Hitched” online to view the dedicated wedding platform.
🌿 Nearby Attractions:
7 mins drive to Shorne Woods Country Park 10 mins walk to Higham Village Trail 10 mins drive to Rochester Castle & Cathedral 12 mins drive to Dickens World 15 mins drive to Upnor Castle
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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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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
About the area
Rochester
Rochester is home to this holiday home. Travellers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Bluewater Shopping Centre and Lakeside Shopping Centre. The Vines Park and Diggerland are also worth visiting.
Bluewater Shopping Centre - 19 min drive - 20.1 km
Getting around
Rochester Higham Station - 19 min walk
London (SEN-Southend) - 75 min drive
Restaurants
The Sportsman - 5 min drive
Three Crutches - 3 min drive
McDonald's - 5 min drive
Sir John Falstaff - 10 min walk
Gardeners Arms - 4 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Historic Manor House - Sleeps 16 - Pool & Hot Tub have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Historic Manor House - Sleeps 16 - Pool & Hot Tub?
As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Manor House - Sleeps 16 - Pool & Hot Tub on 5 July 2026 start from NZ$2,828, 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 Historic Manor House - Sleeps 16 - Pool & Hot Tub pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Historic Manor House - Sleeps 16 - Pool & Hot Tub?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Historic Manor House - Sleeps 16 - Pool & Hot Tub?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Historic Manor House - Sleeps 16 - Pool & Hot Tub?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Historic Manor House - Sleeps 16 - Pool & Hot Tub located?
Situated in Rochester, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Gads Hill Place and within 3 miles (5 km) of Shorne Woods Country Park and Rochester Castle. Rochester Cathedral and The Vines Park are also within 6 miles (10 km). Rochester Higham Station is 19 minutes by foot.
Reviews
7.6
Good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Lovely stay we felt very welcomed. Would happily book again and recommend!
Samantha Francis
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 November 2021
So glad you enjoyed your stay. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We are delighted that we could ensure a comfortable stay during your visit. We do hope to see you again.
We had a lovely stay at Higham Manor. The property is spacious with a great pool and hot tub. We had 3 generations of our family and a dog and everyone enjoyed themselves. The property is a quirky mix of shabby chic and gothic. With everything we needed for our stay. Lots of parking and no stress at checkin or checkout. Would definitely recommend this house.
Matt J.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Kay r.
12 June 2025
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Was a happy stay but
The buts are well documented by previous guests. Kitchen needed a good clean, utility room very untidy, whole house due an update and could be stunning. We had ants in the kitchen and even in the dishwasher which meant we were washing up constantly and couldn’t leave food out in over half the kitchen. The owner knows this problem occurs. We did have a great stay, pool was lovely and warm, convenient showers close by, garden very pleasant, parking easy and quiet location. Loved our time but if I got my hands on this house I would really enjoy upgrading it.
I recently stayed at this house with friends and family. In total, we were 8 adults and 7 children ranging from 1-15 years old. It is a very big and comfortable house. It is in need of some TLC, the decoration is old but that is shown in the photos and reflected in the price. The heated indoor pool was amazing and saved our holiday as it was raining most days we were there. There were also many inflatables in the pool which was a nice touch. Everything in the house works, oven, hob, hot water, plumbing, electricity etc….so I would definitely recommend staying here and I would stay again.
We hired the Manor for a group of 14 adults for a birthday weekend. The house is in a lovely location and can't be faulted as a large group venue, however the general condition of the place lets it down hugely and it desperately needs some tlc / money spent on it. There were only 7 matching plates in the house, the other random crockery was like something from a jumble sale, such a shame as the dining room is an absolutely stunning place for a group meal. The kitchen lacks loads of basic items like large bowls / matching cutlery / jugs etc and needs a good clean and sort out. The lounge is amazing with period furniture etc etc and the swimming pool fabulous. Outside the patio is another area needing some desperate attention. Cigarette ends scattered around and a random collection of old garden furniture (including two dangerously broken garden chairs) and a couple of pub type garden bench / tables. I really would at least expect enough comfortable outside seats for my guests at over £1000 a night in what is potentially a great outside space. The 2 top floor bedrooms and bathroom really are well below standard. I felt quite embarrassed asking some of my guests to sleep in these rooms. There are loads of tiny fixes in the house that could be done like repair door locks, toilet roll holders, bathroom deep clean, new beds etc The house is a great large group venue but desperately needs some work done on it to make it the stunning place it obviously once was.
The property was perfect for my wife’s 50th Birthday celebration, the pool and hot tub made it extra special. Would definitely consider staying in future.
Carlos S.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2022
Hello Carlos,
Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback. We are delighted to hear that you appreciate the amenities offered in this property. Thank you and I hope to see you again! Have a lovely week!
Kind regards,
TravelNest Team