This luxurious escape sits amongst the beautiful Kent countryside, just 5 miles from the cathedral city of Canterbury. The property sleeps 20 guests and two furry friends, forming the perfect base for gatherings of friends or family. You’ll have a choice of social spaces including a fantastic cinema room, the enclosed garden has ample space for pooches to play, while on-site entertainment for humans includes a gym and swimming pool.
This vast country retreat is set on a working farm and is split between the main house and two self-contained apartments. Stunning original aspects bring character to each area, along with statement furniture and bespoke design elements. Enter the main house into the spacious hallway, where you can store all your dog-walking gear, before moving through to the grand dining room. This is the perfect place to host memorable dinner parties and special occasions, with delightful views and a wood burner to create a cosy atmosphere. The spectacular kitchen features a wonderful, vaulted ceiling and has a comfortable seating area overlooking the garden. Just off the kitchen you’ll find the warm and inviting lounge, where you can unwind on the plump sofas to watch the Smart TV, while the hounds snooze in front of the wood burner. Completing the ground floor is a fabulous cinema room as well as a utility room. Up on the first floor, discover three exceptional bedrooms, all with quirky features – one super-king-size and two king-size, all with en-suite facilities and Smart TVs. On the second floor, find two wonderful double bedrooms, one with en-suite shower room. Across the driveaway, head to the charming lodge with two self-contained apartments where you’ll find a king-size and a double bedroom, one with an en-suite shower room, the other served by a chic bathroom. Both apartments have a kitchen and lounge area. Outside, the huge, enclosed garden has so much to offer, including an outdoor swimming pool (April – September) with a pool house with outdoor shower, games facilities, pool table and a bar. Get the heart pumping with a visit to the on-site gym or tennis court, or unwind in one of the two hot tubs. Let little ones run wild in the play area, while the adults prepare an al fresco dinner on the all-weather terrace using the BBQ.
The vibrant city of Canterbury (7 miles) has a fantastic array of independent shops and eateries. Enjoy walkies around its historic streets to visit the three UNESCO sites within the city, including Canterbury Cathedral. Other popular dog walks from the city include the picturesque River Stour trail and the traffic-free Crab and Winkle Way. Heading to the coast, you’ll soon reach East Cliff and Warren Country Park (15 miles).