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Relaxed Family Cottage with Gardens, Tennis & Space for Kids to Unwind

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Living area
Dining
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Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6100 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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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 · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Relaxed Family Cottage with Gardens, Tennis & Space for Kids to Unwind

Rosemary Cottage is a beautifully appointed and spacious 3-bedroom holiday home, set within 2.5 acres of shared gardens and woodland. Each bedroom has its own en-suite bathroom, making it ideal for families or small groups seeking both comfort and privacy. The cottage features a generous open-plan living space, a 9ft dining table perfect for shared meals, a south-facing balcony, and access to a tennis court and children’s play area. All this, just a short walk from the historic village of Yalding.

- 3 bedrooms, each with private en-suite (shower or bath)
- Open-plan kitchen, dining & lounge area
- 9ft dining table – seats 12
- Smart TV, Bose SoundLink, Wi-Fi
- South-facing balcony with outdoor seating
- Gated courtyard parking
- Dog-friendly
- Shared use of 2.5 acres of gardens and woodland
- Tennis court (rackets and balls provided)
- Children’s play area with climbing frame and toys
- Hosts live nearby and are available if needed

Rosemary Cottage sits near the historic village of Yalding, a conservation area with charm and character. A private gate at the bottom of the woodland garden leads directly onto a countryside path—just a few minutes’ walk to the village. The Greensand Way runs alongside the property, and Yalding’s three rivers offer canoeing, boating, and fishing. Please note the path can be muddy in autumn and winter.

Property manager

Lieven & Lydia

Languages

Dutch, English, French

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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 and a first aid kit

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. 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 nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking 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) - 70 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 Relaxed Family Cottage with Gardens, Tennis & Space for Kids to Unwind pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Relaxed Family Cottage with Gardens, Tennis & Space for Kids to Unwind?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxed Family Cottage with Gardens, Tennis & Space for Kids to Unwind?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Relaxed Family Cottage with Gardens, Tennis & Space for Kids to Unwind 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

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 16 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Louise I.

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

Great location and lovely cottage

Nice cottage with 3 en-suite bedrooms and large living area. Lovely Christmas tree! Also enjoyed the gardens.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kari P.

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

Americans in Kent

Rosemary cottage was so charming and the pictures don’t do it justice. The layout for our large family was perfect, each bedroom having a bathroom was a treat complete with towel warmers and excellent water pressure. The place was very modern and clean. All our questions were answered promptly and the check in process was fast an easy. Our boys were even able to play tennis and it was just a short walk to a lovely pub. The location overall was so perfect for visiting nearby attractions such as Leeds Castle, Canterbury, Whitstable and Rye…. We happily refer this property and would love to return ourselves the next time we’re in Yalding. The hosts are fantastic.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynne W.

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

Short stay for our daughters wedding

The cottages are fabulous. Perfect for our 2 families with access to both from the terrace. Immaculate throughout, plenty of Crockery, cutlery etc. The Gardens are amazing with plenty of toys for us to use for our granddaughter. Owners very helpful and accommodating. Pity we couldn’t stay longer.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verity U.

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

Good find.

Beautiful, well appointed, spacious cottage with lovely grounds (and tennis court). Friendly and helpful hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Abigail J., United Kingdom

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

Amazing property booked to use as a base for my wedding.

Fantastic property with beautiful grounds. Very peaceful and Lieven was just so helpful with answering my many questions. Nothing was too much trouble. A lovely welcome gift of local cider was waiting for us on arrival too. Great experience overall and would definitely recommend. Had a wonderful weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Julie R.

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

Lovely break

A clean and comfortable property with plenty of space for everyone. Ideal patio just off the kitchen with all day sun or trees in the garden for chilling in the shade. Thank you for a stress free break which we all enjoyed. Would love to come back. Good luck with the puppy training.

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

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

Very satisfied and happy with our stay

Exactly as described and with very friendly and helpful hosts. Very clean and with lovely touches like a great tea & coffee selection. Fluffy pillows, comfortable beds and cosy warm property. Kids loved the tennis court too! Would definitely stay again. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Louise I., United Kingdom

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

Lovely Christmas in Yalding

Beautiful property in lovely Yalding. helpful hosts. Would stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tanya W.

home base near Canterbury

Spacious, modern accommodations and beautiful large garden. Tony was very friendly and helpful. We were very comfortable and enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

stephen t.

Well eqipped comfortable house with lovely gardens

We had a lovely time and enjoyed the privacy of the three en suite bathrooms. Bring slippers, the stone floors are chilly!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

Home from home

We stayed in this beautiful cottage with my very elderly mum and were able comfortably and happily to host many relatives who came down to Yalding to see her with a minimum of disruption for her. This worked brilliantly because the cottage itself, our host Tony, the garden, the local town and nearby sites of interest were beautiful and welcoming. The cottage's 3 bedrooms and en suite arrangements were comfortable and private and all necessary amenities including a well equipped kitchen made a long stay very enjoyable. Highly recommended especially for family gatherings.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

STEVEN C.

ideal for our needs

spacious, well equipped, well cared for modern property perfect for all ages access to all attractions by car friendly, extremely helpful owners
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wendy G.

Fantastic

Lovely cottage equipped with everything you need, beautiful gardens. Children (14, 12 & 11) had a blast.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Machteld W., Netherlands

Good place for relaxation and family activities!

Great Tennis court, superb garden. Place has all the utilities one needs, three good bedrooms. Some nice castles close by, and only one hour from the ferry!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Walter V.

For a perfect stay nearby London.

Rosemary cottage was very clean, with all the equipment that you have at home (and more). We loved the fact that every bedroom had it's own bathroom and toilet. It was also very quiet at night and during the day there are many opportunities to have a wonderfull stay. The garden is really beautifull and if you want to move, there is this lovely tenniscourt. It's also not far away from London. We took the train in Paddock Wood and it only took us 45 minutes to get there. For our children it was also important that there was a well-functionning Wifi. It made it easy for us to look up things on the internet before leaving the cottage. So Tony and Caroline, thanks for our lovely stay at Rosemary cottage! Kind regards!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Melinda M., Spanish Fort

Best cottage in Kent

We had a lovely stay in the Lavender cottage. It is very clean and well furnished. The garden is beautiful. We enjoyed playing tennis on their tennis court. Book early to reserve your dates.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 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.

Languages:

English, French, Dutch
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