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Historic Royal Kent cottage surrounded by large gardens & private swimming pool

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Exterior
Pool
Living room
Property grounds
Pool

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7160 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Ashford, ENG
  • Place, Willesborough Windmill
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Ashford Designer Outlet
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (SEN-Southend)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1 (The Wardrobe Room)

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 (The Green Room)

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3 (Richard's Room)

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Historic Royal Kent cottage surrounded by large gardens & private swimming pool

Plantagenet Cottage is unique, charming and hidden away on the outskirts of a picturesque Kentish village. We're located within the beautiful Kent Downs area of outstanding natural beauty and the views from our garden overlook the Eastwell Manor Country Estate.

The cottage is steeped in History dating back to the 16th century when originally built as a one-room dwelling by Richard Plantagenet, a natural son of King Richard III [the one they found under the car park in Leicester], so our Richard was, in theory, the last in the bloodline of the Plantagenet Kings of England. It's a fascinating story and you will find books and other information about this at the cottage.

We are ideally suited to 6 people [possible 7th on pull out mattress] across 3 luxurious bedrooms - the entire detached property has been recently refurbished to a high standard providing all modern amenities and comfort whilst maintaining the cottage's rustic charm and historical character.

The large living area has 2 comfortable sofas, a 40" plasma smart TV with Netflix, Amazon / iPlayer etc. It also has a large inglenook fireplace with a new Wood Burning Stove - it's lovely having cozy log fires in colder months.

The dining area has a table seated for 6/7 people below a vaulted ceiling with a gothic arch looking out to the garden.

There is also an office space with network ports and printer and USB charging from most rooms.

The fully equipped kitchen has new appliances and hopefully everything you might need !

Our bathroom has a bath, rain shower, toilet and sink - and it has a cubby hole inside a recently exposed old fireplace.

The garden wraps around the property and has a park like feel with lots of well established trees & shrubs. Lots of space for kids to play .. we even have 'Teletubby' mounds! There is a BBQ, a swing and outside seating areas and new this year is a large in-ground trampoline, which is proving to be great fun for small and big kids too !

A definite highlight in warmer months is the outdoor heated swimming pool which is in a walled area in a sunny corner of the garden. POOL OPEN BETWEEN APRIL TO END OF SEPTEMBER - exact date is weather dependant. Hot-Tub available to hire on request.

Our cottage is in a delightful spot that we think has a lovely relaxed feeling and good atmosphere.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Babies / toddlers need advance approval please
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 25 kg per pet (limit 4 pets total)
Prior approval needed. £25/pet fee applies.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside the property please.
Official ID verification + minimum 2 positive VRBO reviews required to Instant Book. If not, your booking needs to be reviewed before being accepted.
We're a quiet property with elderly neighbours. We are strict about no parties, events, extra people and noise / music at unsociable hours please.
We ask that you're clear and honest about the nature of your trip. We reserve the right to terminate any booking that does not meet our requirements.

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
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 recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ashford

Located in Ashford, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. Canterbury Cathedral and Leeds Castle are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens. Travelling with kids? Consider Hollywood Bowl, or check out an event or a game at St. Lawrence Ground. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Ashford, ENG

What's nearby

  • Willesborough Windmill - 7 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Ashford Designer Outlet - 8 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens - 16 min drive - 22.2 km
  • Port Lympne Wild Animal Park - 16 min drive - 22.4 km
  • Canterbury Cathedral - 20 min drive - 23.0 km

Getting around

  • Wye Station - 3 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 105 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Catch - Fish n Chips - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tickled Trout - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Stubbs - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Historic Royal Kent cottage surrounded by large gardens & private swimming pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Historic Royal Kent cottage surrounded by large gardens & private swimming pool pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Historic Royal Kent cottage surrounded by large gardens & private swimming pool?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Royal Kent cottage surrounded by large gardens & private swimming pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Royal Kent cottage surrounded by large gardens & private swimming pool located?

This family-friendly Ashford cottage is located by the sea, 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Kent Downs, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Hollywood Bowl and Great Chart Golf and Leisure. Imagine Play Centre and Ashford Designer Outlet are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by TIM & MAITE

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We live in the suburbs of London with our two daughters. We like cooking and eating delicious food, sunshine, music, gardening, and being outdoors. It's great doing those things at our cottage when guests are not enjoying doing it there themselves !

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with the plot - its secluded, tucked away from the main road and you wouldn't even know its there, plus the amazing history of the cottage having been originally built by our royal heir to the throne Richard Plantagenet. Ashford is a thriving practical town which is handy to have nearby when venturing out of the peaceful / countryside vibe of our immediate area.

What makes this property unique

The hidden away location, the history, the private pool and the views over to Eastwell Manor are all unique benefits.

Languages:

English, French

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests