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Ideal for walkers the North Downs Way is close to this comfortable cottage.
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9.6 out of 10
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2 bedrooms 1 bathroom Sleeps 3
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Bodsham, near Canterbury
- Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens12 min drive
- Canterbury Cathedral15 min drive
- University of Kent16 min drive
- London (SEN-Southend)
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)
Bedroom
1 King Bed
Bedroom
1 Single Bed
1 bathroom
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Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Ideal for walkers the North Downs Way is close to this comfortable cottage.
Ideal for walkers the North Downs Way is close to this comfortable cottage.. All on the Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview TV, Bluray Player, DVDs
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Electric air source heat pump with radiators, electricity, bed linen, towels and fibre-optic Wi-Fi included. Front lawned garden and back garden with two patios and garden furniture. BBQ (only available in summer). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: Families, couples and holidaymakers only. No children under 10 years old.. The 17th-century smithy is situated in the heart of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the quiet hamlet of Bodsham on the Kent Downs. A rolling landscape of fields and woodlands surround the area.
The Smithy is within easy access of a network of footpaths and bridleways including the North Downs Way, allowing you to explore the area and the numerous pubs that are within walking distance. The owner has thoughtfully provided walking maps for local walks. The picturesque village of Wye (nearest shop) is 4 miles away, Canterbury 8 miles, Hythe (beach) 12 miles, Euro Tunnel 12 miles, Ashford 10 miles (with a high-speed train to London in 37 minutes).
Smithy, standing detached, is a comfortable, attractive, single-storey cottage, presented to a high standard with character retained outside and in. The Smithy has two patio gardens with flowerbeds, one ideally situated for sunrise and the other for sunset, both provided with garden furniture. A barbecue is provided in the summer months. To the south-facing front of The Smithy is an open lawn area. Off road private parking is provided for two cars. Beach 12 miles. Shop and restaurant 4 miles.
Free WiFi
Families or couples only.
Holidaymakers only.
Living/dining room: Freeview TV, Bluray Player, DVDs
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Electric air source heat pump with radiators, electricity, bed linen, towels and fibre-optic Wi-Fi included. Front lawned garden and back garden with two patios and garden furniture. BBQ (only available in summer). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: Families, couples and holidaymakers only. No children under 10 years old.. The 17th-century smithy is situated in the heart of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the quiet hamlet of Bodsham on the Kent Downs. A rolling landscape of fields and woodlands surround the area.
The Smithy is within easy access of a network of footpaths and bridleways including the North Downs Way, allowing you to explore the area and the numerous pubs that are within walking distance. The owner has thoughtfully provided walking maps for local walks. The picturesque village of Wye (nearest shop) is 4 miles away, Canterbury 8 miles, Hythe (beach) 12 miles, Euro Tunnel 12 miles, Ashford 10 miles (with a high-speed train to London in 37 minutes).
Smithy, standing detached, is a comfortable, attractive, single-storey cottage, presented to a high standard with character retained outside and in. The Smithy has two patio gardens with flowerbeds, one ideally situated for sunrise and the other for sunset, both provided with garden furniture. A barbecue is provided in the summer months. To the south-facing front of The Smithy is an open lawn area. Off road private parking is provided for two cars. Beach 12 miles. Shop and restaurant 4 miles.
Free WiFi
Families or couples only.
Holidaymakers only.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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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
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
Ashford
Located in Ashford, this cottage is in a rural area. Canterbury Cathedral and Chilham Village are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Ashford Designer Outlet and Capel le Ferne Farmers Market. Dane John Gardens and Hollywood Bowl are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like ecotours.

Bodsham, near Canterbury
What's nearby
- Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens - 12 min drive - 16.2 km
- Port Lympne Wild Animal Park - 12 min drive - 16.9 km
- Marlowe Theatre - 15 min drive - 16.7 km
- Canterbury Cathedral - 15 min drive - 18.0 km
- University of Kent - 16 min drive - 17.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Kings Arms - 7 min drive
- Tickled Trout - 6 min drive
- Stubbs - 10 min drive
- Wye Coffee & Kitchen - 6 min drive
- The Gatekeeper - 8 min drive
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