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Living room | Bow Cottage, Fordwich, nr. Canterbury
Living room | Bow Cottage, Fordwich, nr. Canterbury
Living room | Bow Cottage, Fordwich, nr. Canterbury
Living room | Bow Cottage, Fordwich, nr. Canterbury

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Fordwich, near Canterbury
  • Place, Fordwich Town Hall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Canterbury Golf Club
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Canterbury Cathedral
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (SEN-Southend)
    ‪101 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

2 bedroom accommodation in Fordwich, near Canterbury

Both the coast and historic Canterbury beckon guests staying at this cosy cottage which also has easy access to London.. 2 steps to entrance.

Ground Floor:

Living room: 32" TV, Freesat, DVD Player, Woodburner

Dining room: Patio Doors Leading To Garden

Kitchen: Electric Oven, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine

Cupboard: Tumble Dryer

Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet

First Floor:

Bedroom 1: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed

Bedroom 2: Single (3ft) Bed. Gas central heating (£35 per week, £15 per short break October-March), electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Fuel for wood burner available locally. Travel cot. Small enclosed patio with garden furniture, chiminea and barbecue. On road parking; additional private parking for 1 car on request. No smoking. Please note: There are steep stairs in the property. There is a fenced pond and a waterfall in the garden.. Bow Cottage lies in the ancient town of Fordwich, known as the smallest town in Great Britain and is a comfortable terraced holiday cottage which has been renovated to a very good standard, retaining stone clad walls. The front-facing living room boasts a feature bow window and woodburner, and the galley-style kitchen, which has tiled floors, leads into the dining room with patio doors opening on to a patio. This is a great location for walks directly from Fordwich and the outlying area, for exploring, and for sampling the local ales in one of the two local pubs. Explore the historic city of Canterbury with its magnificent cathedral, learn about Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales or take a boat trip on the River Stour. Cycle the Crab and Winkle Way, visit the coast at Herne Bay or spot a seal and sample the oysters at Whitstable, 12 miles. Another enjoyable experience is to go back in time and explore the castles of Dover, Deal and Walmer. Good train connections to London. Shop ¼ mile, pubs/restaurants 100 yards.

Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.

Free WiFi



There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.

There is open water in the property grounds.

If required, visitors need to arrange with owner payment of gas central heating (£35 per week, £15 per short break: Oct- Mar).

Suitable for up to 1 pet

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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
This property accepts a maximum of 1 pet(s)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

About the area

Canterbury

Located in Canterbury, this cottage is in a rural area. Margate Beach and Stodmarsh National Nature Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Solly's Orchard and Dane John Gardens. Howletts Wild Animal Park and iFUN@Sandancers are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like ecotours.
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Fordwich, near Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Fordwich Town Hall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Canterbury Golf Club - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Canterbury Cathedral - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
  • University of Kent - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Marlowe Theatre - 8 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Canterbury Sturry Station - 11 min walk
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Touchdown Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The George & Dragon - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sunrise Cafe - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 2 bedroom accommodation in Fordwich, near Canterbury pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 2 bedroom accommodation in Fordwich, near Canterbury?

As of 31 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 2 bedroom accommodation in Fordwich, near Canterbury on 10 April 2026 start from NZ$175, 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.

How much is parking at 2 bedroom accommodation in Fordwich, near Canterbury?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 2 bedroom accommodation in Fordwich, near Canterbury?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2 bedroom accommodation in Fordwich, near Canterbury?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 2 bedroom accommodation in Fordwich, near Canterbury located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is steps from Fordwich Town Hall and within 3 mi (5 km) of Canterbury Golf Club and Stodmarsh National Nature Reserve. Canterbury Christ Church University and St. Martin's Church are also within 3 miles (5 km). Canterbury Sturry Station is 11 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

8/10 Good

Theresa Lee

Bow cottage was well situated just outside Canterbury.

Bow cottage was well situated just outside Canterbury. It was a character cottage with good amenities and very comfortable. The stairs were a bit steep which was mentioned but easily manageable with the hand rail. The local pub was within easy walking distance and did excellent meals with welcoming staff. Overall an excellent option for visiting Canterbury and nearby coast.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel J.

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

Cosy Cottage!

Beautiful cottage, very welcoming and friendly host! Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gaie

Bow Cottage is situated in the delightful town of Fordwich in Kent, one of the Cinque ports and the

Bow Cottage is situated in the delightful town of Fordwich in Kent, one of the Cinque ports and the smallest, English town. It is a most comfortable cottage, bright, well equipped, and ideal for people who want a place both in the country and near to the historic town of Canterbury. There are two dining pubs in the town, one boasting a Michelin Star and the other providing a good quality ‘click & collect’ lunch service. Local facilities include hiring canoes, kayaks and pleasure boats, as well as wild swimming for those sufficiently courageous to do so. Numerous walks criss cross the marshlands surrounding the Stour River and are well signed for those wishing to explore the area on foot. However, only a short drive from Fordwich one can visit the Tate at Margate, the charming Dickensian resort of Broadstairs, the great castles at Deal and Dover, or other of the Cinque ports, such as Sandwich, which hosts the Open Golf Championship every few years. The greatest praise, however, is reserved for our hostess who has welcomed us with warmth and flexibility in these grim, COVID times. As we await our second vaccine dosage, she has made our stay at Bow Cottage an interim ‘home’ where we can relax and recuperate after the winter months of lockdown and say our farewells to a beautiful part of Kent. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Lovely place to stay, cosy cottage with everything required for a much needed break.

Lovely place to stay, cosy cottage with everything required for a much needed break. Lovely local walks and the wood burner stove was wonderful for cosy evenings in. Lois was a lovely host, thank you for letting us stay in your lovely home. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Had a lovely stay at Bow Cottage, the village was lovely, and Lois the host was sweet and helpful.

Had a lovely stay at Bow Cottage, the village was lovely, and Lois the host was sweet and helpful. We would love to go back Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

We found Bow Cottage to he a great base visiting the area.

We found Bow Cottage to he a great base visiting the area. Very cosy and comfortable. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Lovely cottage with all you could want.

Lovely cottage with all you could want. Sweet little garden with water feature. Very pretty village with good access to so many places and lots of walks from the village. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Alex

We had a lovely stay here Bow Cottage grows on you The longer you stay.

We had a lovely stay here Bow Cottage grows on you The longer you stay. Very cosy and relaxing and lots to do and see around this area of Kent We will try to go back again sometime ! Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Comfortable,clean and well equipped,this has been our third visit,perfectly placed for visiting Cant

Comfortable,clean and well equipped,this has been our third visit,perfectly placed for visiting Canterbury and the rest of Kent,if you have a dog ,lots of places to walk it,improved since our last visit by dedicated parking space,highly recommended. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A charming little cottage.

A charming little cottage.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Excellent week.

Excellent week. Even my 16 year old son said "I would go there again. " High praise I guarantee you! The beds were comfy the village quiet, the neighbours friendly and I cant think of a better place for a relaxing week, but within reach of lots of exciting things to do!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Jen

Bow Cottage We stayed at Bow Cottage for a week in between moving houses and what a lovely relaxing

Bow Cottage We stayed at Bow Cottage for a week in between moving houses and what a lovely relaxing week it was. It was so homely & comfortable and we settled in very quickly. Lots of character to the cottage and fabulous artwork everywhere. Beautiful small well-kept private garden which we enjoyed sitting out in to eat and have coffee etc. The kitchen is very well equipped with everything you could possibly need and more! Lovely bathroom with great shower. Very comfortable beds in both rooms. This cottage has everything you will ever need! We couldn’t park on the street outside but we really appreciated the private parking space available behind the cottage. I would say that the traffic going through Fordwich & past the cottage is quite busy so it was very loud outside day and night. Unfortunately it disturbed our little boy’s sleep too much, especially cars with very loud music. We’re not used to it but it might not be an issue for some. I can highly recommend the George & Dragon pub. Family friendly with lovely food and garden by the river. We also visited Herne Bay & Whitstable Harbour which were both maybe 20 minutes away in the car. The Wildwood Trust which was 10 mins drive away was okay. Our almost 3 year old was a bit bored trying to spot the animals and was more interested in the construction vehicles near the entrance. But that’s just him! Maybe for when he’s a bit older. We did drive out to Botany Bay & Broadstairs but they were so busy, we couldn’t park! The hottest day ever was probably not the best time to go haha! The beaches did look lovely though. Just one little thing. We were informed beforehand that the gardener would need to tend to the garden for an hour or 2 on Monday. I fully understood as it’s such a lovely garden and needs maintaining, but (just a friendly suggestion) would it not be possible to do this during the changeover on Fridays? Only because we didn’t know what time he was coming and it was such a lovely day but we didn’t feel we could go out to sit in the garden, hang out the washing etc. It’s not really something you want to be worrying about when you’re on holiday and want to relax. Apart from that and the traffic noise, we really enjoyed staying at Bow Cottage and exploring the surrounding areas.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Graham

A lovely cottage located in the smallest town in England, more like a village, close to two pubs tha

A lovely cottage located in the smallest town in England, more like a village, close to two pubs that do good food. Highly recommend the George and Dragon which is reasonably priced for the excellent food it provides. It’s also very dog friendly. The nearest shop is a small Co-Op a 10 minute walk away in the adjacent village of Sturry. The big surprise for us was the amount of walks close by for us and our dog, especially from the adjacent School Lane, across fields and Woods and around the lakes to the beautiful village of Westbere where there is another excellent pub to eat in called the Old Yew Tree. There is even a footpath close by which goes into Canterbury, 2 miles away. The cottage itself has everything you need and we appreciated the welcome pack of milk, wine and dog treats. The only disappointment was that the only grassed area in the garden is fenced off to stop dogs using it, which doesn’t yet appear in the online cottage photos. A grassed area was one of the reasons we chose it but otherwise it is faultless and we certainly will be returning soon, hopefully later this year. There is also now a dedicated parking bay in School Lane which was a very pleasant addition as parking in the street is almost impossible. I must also mention that the owner is very friendly and lives close by if needed. Lesley, Graham and Declan??.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Paolo

Nice stay, perfect location to visit Canterbury and East Kent, a lot of attractions within one hour

Nice stay, perfect location to visit Canterbury and East Kent, a lot of attractions within one hour driving.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Our second time at this lovely cottage this year! The perfect place as a base for walking with your

Our second time at this lovely cottage this year! The perfect place as a base for walking with your dog. Go to the top of the lane next to the cottage for loads of walks in the woods and around the lakes. Great pub food at the local pub and Lois, the owner, is a sweetheart!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

We had a lovely stay at Bow Cottage, had everything we needed.

We had a lovely stay at Bow Cottage, had everything we needed. Fordwich has a couple of pubs with nice beer gardens serving excellent food within a few minutes walk. We took a canoe down the river which our 6 year old thought was great as they supply fishing nets too! Bus into Canterbury is easy to use if you want to leave the car. All in all a great cottage in a fab location. Thanks Lois!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Tim

Lovely, comfortable and spotless little cottage with everything you need provided (and a very well e

Lovely, comfortable and spotless little cottage with everything you need provided (and a very well equipped kitchen - but glad I had a bottle opener on my keyring!). Delightful garden for breakfasting and tea and cake at the end of the day. Narrow stairs might be an issue for some. Wifi strong signal and reliable in the lounge. Lots of brochures o places to stay. Two pubs within short walking distance was a bonus. Street parking was an issue for us only once in a whole week - timing is everything. Fordwhich is a great location for Thanet, Canterbury and inland exploring.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We loved this cottage.

We loved this cottage. Arrangements made for our arrival were easy. Lois also told us about a new parking space for visitors. We appreciated the heating and bottle of wine as we settled in. This spotlessly clean cottage is comfortable and has everything you need. As the weather warmed up we were able to enjoy sitting out in the delightful rear garden. A perfect base to explore the area.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay .

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay . Lovely warm and well equipped cottage .Local owner very welcoming. Lovely rural walks on the door step and very close to Canterbury , Herne Bay and Sandwich which are worth visiting.Only downside was Parking as limited in Fordwich but we managed to park outside and local pub has good carpark .
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Jon

Lovely cottage however it was particularly windy during our stay and the front door did not seal pro

Lovely cottage however it was particularly windy during our stay and the front door did not seal properly so there was a draft from all around the door. Apart from that we had a enjoyable visit
From a partner site

8/10 Good

BRIAN

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g.ood location but very busy traffic outside the cottage and the rest of area
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Michele

W

Wonderful holiday in this delightful holiday cottage
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Carol

G

Great cottage great location perfect for dog walks from the door ?
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

William

L

Lovely, cosy cottage
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Bow Cottage is a clean, comfortable, cosy, well-equipped cottage in a lovely location, with two good

Bow Cottage is a clean, comfortable, cosy, well-equipped cottage in a lovely location, with two good pubs/restaurants a very short walk away.The owner is very friendly and helpful. Fordwich is very well situated for access to Canterbury whether on foot, by car or public transport. I would happily stay in this cottage again.

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