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Charming Garden Cottage with Woodland, Tennis & Family Fun

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Sport court
Interior
Living area
Private kitchen
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Yalding, ENG
  • Hop Farm Family Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Mote Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Leeds Castle
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • London (LGW-Gatwick)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming Garden Cottage with Woodland, Tennis & Family Fun

Lavender Cottage is a charming 3-bedroom retreat nestled in 2.5 acres of shared gardens and woodland. Each bedroom has an en-suite bathroom. Perfect for families or small groups, the cottage includes a private balcony, modern amenities, and shared access to a tennis court and children's play area. Located just a short walk from the historic village of Yalding.

- 3 bedrooms, each with private en-suite (shower or bath)
- Open-plan living, dining, and kitchen area
- Smart TV, Bose SoundLink, Wi-Fi
- South-facing balcony with outdoor seating
- Gated courtyard parking
- Dog-friendly

Lavender Cottage sits at the edge of the historic village of Yalding, a conservation area known for its riverside charm. A private gate at the bottom of the woodland garden leads directly to a countryside path into the village—just a few minutes' walk. The Greensand Way trail runs alongside the property, and Yalding’s three rivers provide opportunities for canoeing, boating, and fishing. Please note the path may become muddy in autumn and winter.

Property manager

Lieven & Lydia

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 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: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please leave the cottage as you would like to find your home after letting. Thank you.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses wind and solar energy
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Maidstone

Located in Maidstone, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Leeds Castle and Teston Bridge Country Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Hop Farm Family Park and Kent Life. Travelling with kids? Consider Stoneacre and Wear 'm Out Play Centre. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.
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Yalding, ENG

What's nearby

  • Hop Farm Family Park - 8 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Maidstone Hospital - 10 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Mote Park - 13 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Kent Life - 15 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Leeds Castle - 23 min drive - 23.2 km

Getting around

  • Maidstone Yalding Station - 3 min drive
  • London (LCY-London City) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Spice Lounge - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Bull Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Horseshoes - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Red Fort Tandoori - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pound Fish Bar - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Garden Cottage with Woodland, Tennis & Family Fun pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Charming Garden Cottage with Woodland, Tennis & Family Fun?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Garden Cottage with Woodland, Tennis & Family Fun?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Garden Cottage with Woodland, Tennis & Family Fun located?

This family-friendly Maidstone holiday home is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Teapot Island and Teston Bridge Country Park. Hop Farm Family Park and The Hop Farm Country Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marc L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful cottage - fabulous grounds

We had a short 2 night stay at Lavender cottage and could easily have done a few more - really clean, comfy beds amazing grounds and most importantly nice and quiet :)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

High quality country stay

Fantastic cottage for family visit. 3 x double beds all with bathrooms Comfortable living area and fully equipped kitchen. Beautiful garden with tennis court. A lovely rural property with everything to make a perfect holiday stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Marvelous!

We had a wonderful stay at the property. It was spotlessly clean, beautifully appointed and suited our needs absolutely perfectly. Our hosts were helpful before and during our visit. Would highly recommend this property to anyone wishing to stay in the area. Many thanks for a fantastic start to our holiday.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derek M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely property

We stayed here as 3 couples. The property was spacious, comfortable and well equipped. The gardens were fabulous just a shame the weather wasn’t always on our side to enjoy them more. Definitely recommend this property. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

great family place for a relaxing country holiday

the place was lovely and the the gardens were great too, the owners are kind too, as is a shared garden with the owners, they were having a family celebration and there guests had children who where very friendly and played with out kids, there are only two faults with the place, no slip mats in the showers so dangerous and no rail on the outside stairs which are dangerous for a child and elderly holiday makers, also listed as wheelchair friendly you would struggle getting to the garden in the chair but everything in the house was usable if in a chair. i would defiantly stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Lynne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Two spacious cottages in a large beautiful garden

We rented these cottages to meet up as a family for our daughters wedding. They were immaculate with plenty of crockery, cutlery etc. Loved that the cottages were interconnected from the back terraces. Hosts were very helpful and prompt answering all my questions. Just wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas Stay

First and most importantly, Lieven and Lydia are the perfect hosts, very responsive, helpful and welcoming. Woodland Cottages are also well equipped and family friendly, and our children enjoyed the very large backyard and adventure playset.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend away

Stayed for a long weekend with friends to attend a wedding. Ideal place for accomodation fot all 6 of us plenty of communal space for socialising dinners and drinks. Groinds lovely. Staff professional and friendly. Great weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kafula C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Getaway!

We really enjoyed this property. Location is great for country walks, and serenity. The property is very clean, light and airy. We’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tessa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

lovely cottage

My family stayed for just over a week, the garden and tennis court is great, lots of space for children to play. The location is very peaceful. The owners were super helpful. Thanks
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gillian A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal country break

Beautiful spot near great local walks, but within a lovely garden with a well maintained tennis court. Hosts were very welcoming and helpful. Definitely one to revisit!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Björn S., Erfurt, Germany

Perfect & comfortable days at a lovely cottage.

We felt home & comfortable at the wonderful cottage. Modern kitchen & barhrooms, a cosy living room, very friendly host, a great garden. Perfect spot to relax & discover beautiful Kent and the Southeast (White Cliffs at Dover, Canterbury, Bodiam Castle and so on). For a person in a wheelchair only with a assistant person useable (Entrance, terrace), the house itself is on one level with enough space for the wheelchair.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Extremely comfortable in a beautiful setting

Lavender Cottage is very well equipped, smartly decorated and a very comfortable place for a vacation. The owners have gone out of their way to make it welcoming, and the entire rental process was professional and completely uneventful. The location is gorgeous and encourages one to take advantage of the veranda for meals. We would have no hesitation in renting again if we had the opportunity to stay in the area again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Birgit Mary A.

A fantastic holiday

We stayed for 5 nights and we had a lovely time. The house were perfect, the garden so lovely and it was nice to practise some tennis. We enjoyed the countryside and just the silent being in the countryside. I can so recommend the property and we will definitely stay there again. Thank you, Tony and Caroline for being so kind and for having us to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jacob H.

Heerlijke vakantiewoning in Yalding

Wij hebben met ons gezin (2 volwassenen en 5 kids in de leeftijd van 0 - 10) 5 heerlijke dagen gehad in Yalding. Het weer was goed, in het huis is werkelijk alles aanwezig wat je nodig hebt. De tuin is geweldig om te zitten, maar ook zeker voor de kids om te spelen. Elke badkamer heeft zijn eigen badkamer, echt idelaal. Vanaf het vakantiehuis kunnen diverse trips gemaakt worden alle kanten op. Een dagje Londen is ideaal, met de trein vanaf Paddock Wood sta je binnen 50 minuten in hartje Londen. Deze vakantie was zeker voor herhaling vatbaar! Groetjes fam. Huisman, Alblasserdam
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

Good facilities and nicely maintained, comfortable cottage

We, 3 generations, have spent 3 nights at the Lavender cottage for mother's 92th birthday, the owner not only supplied a very thoughtful welcome pack which contains milk, bread, butter, a nice bottle of white wine and a large bottle of home-made very delicious apple juice but also warmly introduced the cottage and the local services. It was a pleasant short stay and can play tennis there with children was an enhanced leisure, the cottage located in a quiet area, nice to hear more birds singing in the early morning, the cottage is very close to a teapot exhibition that has collected 8000 different designed pieces from the world. The owner is very helpful and communicated very well with us for answering our enquiries also the cottage facilities are excellent and convenient. We have recommended this lovely cottage to our friends.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2016

About the host

Hosted by Lieven & Lydia

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We’re Lydia and Lieven, a family living in the heart of the Kent countryside. We love the peacefulness of village life, outdoor walks with our children (and dog!), and welcoming people from all over to share the special place we call home. Hosting gives us the chance to meet lovely guests and help them unwind, explore nature, and make lasting memories—whether it’s a weekend getaway or a family gathering.

Why they chose this property

We chose this area for its perfect balance of countryside bliss and connection. The peaceful setting, surrounded by woodland and riverside walks, offers a true escape into nature. Yalding itself is a vibrant village with a warm community spirit, full of charm and history. At the same time, we love that London is just a short train ride away—ideal when we’re in the mood for a dose of city culture, galleries, or a good meal out. It really gives us the best of both worlds.

What makes this property unique

What makes this place special is the care and thought we've put into every detail. We live adjacent to the cottages, which means we're nearby if you ever need help or local recommendations—but your space and privacy are fully respected. The cottages are designed to feel comfortable, calm, and family-friendly, with beautiful gardens, woodland, a tennis court, and direct access to countryside walks. It’s a peaceful setting where guests can truly unwind.