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

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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7160 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Dryer

Fireplace

Washer

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Ashford, ENG

Willesborough Windmill8 min drive
Ashford Designer Outlet8 min drive
Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens14 min drive
London (LGW-Gatwick)73 min drive

My family and I were slightly hesitant about booking a cottage in the midst of winter but we all had the best time ever....

Jason E.

Jan 19, 2024

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

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

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.

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

Property manager

TIM & MAITE

Premier Host

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 23

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Babies / toddlers need advance approval please

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: less than 55 lb per pet (limit 4 pets total)

Prior approval needed. £25/pet fee applies.

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.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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 Belmont House and Gardens are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens and Kent Downs. Travelling with kids? Consider AMF Bowling Ashford and Great Chart Golf and Leisure. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Ashford, ENG

What's nearby

Wye National Nature Reserve - 7 min drive
Willesborough Windmill - 8 min drive
Ashford Designer Outlet - 8 min drive
Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens - 14 min drive
Gusbourne Estate Winery - 20 min drive

Getting around

Ashford Wye Station - 3 min drive
London (SEN-Southend) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 5 min drive
Dobbies Garden Centre - 4 min drive
The Bybrook Barn Harvester - 5 min drive
Eureka Cafe - 3 min drive
The Kennington - 2 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 55 lb 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, within 3 mi (5 km) of Kent Downs and Ashford Golf Club. AMF Bowling Ashford and Great Chart Golf and Leisure are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

alexandra b.

12 May 2024

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

Wonderful trip

What a fantastic house for a group of friends looking for a relaxing break away. The house was beautiful and equipped with everything you could need. The garden was magical and the pool was an amazing addition to our stay. The hosts were very attentive and available at anytime if you had any questions. There is a lovely pub on the green a couple minutes walk away and the town of Wye is a 10 minute drive away, with lots of walking routes if you want to stretch your legs. Thanks for having us, we look forward to our next visit!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason E.

19 Jan 2024

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

Wonderful break

My family and I were slightly hesitant about booking a cottage in the midst of winter but we all had the best time ever. The Cottage is gorgeous and the wood-burning stove made it super cosy, the kids adored playing on the trampoline for hours on end. We discovered some stunning countryside walks and forests and quaint old Kentish pubs serving amazing food - we all want to come back already. Really organised hosts too - thank you !

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma B.

11 Sept 2023

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

A true secret garden

We stayed at the Plantagenet cottage the night before my wedding with my bridesmaids and then with my husband for a complete get away. It was so special from start to finish! The cottage is hidden away from the real world, very peaceful. The garden is fantastic, with beautiful views out into the Eastwell manor grounds. Inside everything was clean and perfectly presented. So many original features and nods the older building with modern features to make cooking and relaxing nice and easy. Everything labelled clearly which is great, no confusion over keys, cupboards or lights. Tim was just leaving when we arrived and it was a pleasure to meet before we unpacked and settled in. A few helpful tips with the pool which was great, we got straight in and it was absolutely divine! I cannot fault our stay in any way, it was perfect. Thank you Tim and Maite.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian B.

26 Aug 2023

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

Family Holiday

Very comfortable and our grandchildren loved the pool

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachael C.

21 Aug 2023

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

Perfect week

Beautiful house in stunning location. Perfect peace and quiet but plenty to do if you want to, lots of walks and decent pubs, shopping in Ashford. Nice touches for the kids with the mouse hunt and sheep box. We will be back. Thanks

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by TIM & MAITE

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 with our royal Richard Plantagenet