Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply gathering friends and family for a well-deserved break, this fabulous seven-bedroomed farmhouse with large secluded grounds will tick every box. Stunning period features are complemented by every contemporary must-have to ensure a fuss-free big-group getaway. With plenty of fun features to keep children entertained and a choice of super-social spaces where parents, grandparents and a pair of pets can unwind, there really is something for everyone here.
The approach to this beautifully refurbished Grade II-listed farmhouse induces an immediate sense of being far from the every day, its surrounding grounds promising privacy and peace for your specially-chosen holiday party. Step inside and the wow factor continues – with comfortable chairs, an open fireplace and a table the reception hall is so much more than somewhere to wipe wet paws. To the right, the large kitchen and dining room will be at the heart of your holiday. With exposed beams, ceiling trusses and pillars throughout, the scene is brought bang up to date by a central island with bar stools, stylish pendant lighting and a slanted ceiling with a Velux window. All the modern must-haves are here, including an Aga-style oven, Nespresso coffee machine and wine chiller. Once you have finished preparing your meals, the large dining table is beside doors opening onto the garden – the dogs can sit in the fresh air while still keeping watch for leftovers! Once appetites are sated, you have a choice of rooms in which to keep the party going. The large family room features comfortable sofas, a TV and a wood burner. To the rear, there’s space to play, with a pinball machine, table football game and child-sized table and chairs. Leave the youngsters to it and enjoy grown-up time in the formal sitting room where the dogs can doze as you discuss your next day’s adventures. When it’s time to retire, settle the pets and then move upstairs. Four dreamy bedrooms are on the first floor – one with a super-king-size bed and three with a king-size bed. Three of these rooms have en-suite facilities, while the fourth has access to a spacious family bathroom. The children will love taking over the top floor, where three characterful bedrooms sit beneath the eaves and feature exposed brickwork, beams and vaulted ceilings. One room has twin beds, another has bunk beds and the third has three single beds; all have access to a bathroom. You’ll all have a ball in the grounds here – the patio beyond the kitchen is a beautiful suntrap for summer BBQs and gives way to a large lawn bordered by mature shrubs and trees, with plenty of space for garden games.
Situated between the villages of Marden and Goudhurst, which have independent shops, cafes and restaurants to satisfy every appetite, the location of this property is perfect for all the family, Dogs are welcome at Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest, which features a Go Ape high-ropes adventure centre and miles of trails for cycling, walking and running. Bewl Water (10.5 miles) is another great location for dog walks and family-friendly activities. For a taste of local culture, Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles) has a wealth of pristine parks to sniff out while Scotney Castle in Lamberhurst (10 miles) is breathtakingly beautiful with ancient ruins and a history dating back to the 14th century; dogs are more than welcome within the National Trust-owned garden and estate here.