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Surrounded by the beautiful countryside of Kent, this little cottage provides the ideal setting for a refreshing rural escape. From here, you can follow hiking trails straight from the door and you’ll find the village of Brenchley is just a short stroll away. Wherever the day takes you, this home has all the essentials needed for a relaxing stay. The rooms are simple, family-friendly and well-suited to couples travelling with pets. It’s worth noting the grounds are shared with the neighbouring home, but it still retains a wonderful sense of peace and privacy. 

Rustic Sanctuary 

Just a short walk from the centre of Canterbury, this historic home delivers a cosy sanctuary in the heart of the city. Inside, you’ll be welcomed by an open-plan living room with a fire – perfect for relaxing evenings at home. There is also a sweet little conservatory and a small patio garden. It’s worth noting there is no private parking here, but paid street parking is available. Basic essentials are provided and you’ll find everything you could need within walking distance – Westgate Gardens is a few minutes away, while the High Street is also within easy reach. 

The Secret City

A Grade-II listed, 16th Century townhouse located in the historic city of Canterbury, this home is a perfect base for a couple or solo traveller. Spread across three levels, there is everything you need to guarantee a comfortable stay, including a private terrace furnished with a table and chairs. While the kitchen is fully equipped, if you’d prefer to eat out, you’re conveniently within walking distance of restaurants, bars and cafes. And for day trips in and around Kent, Canterbury West Station is a five-minute walk away.

The Canterbury Tales

You can leave the car at home when you stay at this compact apartment. Ramsgate’s artisan shops, sandy beach, and Royal Harbour are all within walking distance, and Ramsgate train station is fifteen minutes away by foot. At the heart of the home is the open-plan living area, with its vaulted ceiling and wall of windows. While the view overlooking the back of the neighbouring houses isn’t the most scenic, there are privacy blinds to draw, which still let in a lot of natural light. You’ve also got a private patio here, ideal for an alfresco drink before heading to one of the waterfront pubs.

Ramsgate Retreat

Two of the things that the Kent town of Deal is most famous for is its castle and stretch of pebbly coastline. As it happens, both of these things are visible through the big bay window in the lounge of this apartment. Back inside, the decor is simple, but every aspect has been executed so well. Wooden floorboards and white walls provide a classy backdrop against which colourful furnishings and photographic artwork pop off. The kitchen is pretty large considering the address is only for two, so you'll be able to flex your culinary muscles with no trouble. The presence of a bathtub is also sure to be appreciated after a long day frolicking about on the beach, which sits at the end of the street. There are plenty of pubs and restaurants within walking distance, too.

A Northerly Wind

This charming cottage is on the edge of Matfield, a village with two pubs and a great setting-off point for countryside walks. This cosy abode is ideal for those wanting to explore the Kent and Sussex countryside, as well as the local wine farms. Hastings and the coast are only a forty-five-minute drive, too. The cottage has plenty of room, with a double sofa bed in the summer room for those wanting to spread out. We love the beautiful enclosed garden and patio, where you can relax and enjoy the peace and quiet. 

The Rose & Crown

This comfortable no-fuss apartment is ideal for a business traveller or couple looking to make the most out of Maidstone and its surrounding sights. Ideally located right next to the train station, you’ve got unbeatable transport links on your doorstep, not to mention a modern, well-equipped base to call home. 

Wake up and enjoy freshly brewed coffee from the kitchen. Then catch up on work at the table or plan the day ahead’s activities, with myriad things to see and do nearby – Leeds Castle is under fifteen minutes away by car, as is Mote Park, while the Maidstone Museum is just a short stroll from your door. After a day of work or play, enjoy dinner at one of the many local restaurants or come back home to cook up a homemade meal before enjoying a good night’s sleep in the comfy bed. 

Turquoise Nights

Once a milking parlour, now a modern home, this place offers respite in the Kent countryside. You’ll feel comfortable all year round here – the enclosed garden is a treat during the summer and the underfloor heating is a welcome in the winter. If you want to make your stay that bit more special, your host provides cocktail-making kits as an optional add-on. Location-wise, the Kent Downs Area of Natural Beauty is right on your doorstep and the town of Ashford is a fifteen-minute drive away.

The Old Milking Parlour

In its past life, this unique home used to be a research base for triangulated radar – now, it’s an acclaimed designer gem, perfect as a base for a romantic getaway. Situated near a functioning lighthouse, just steps away from the beach and surrounded by the Dungeness Nature Reserve, this place is a haven of peace and natural beauty. The inside boasts Scandi elegance and simplicity – and with a sauna, a luxurious sunken bathtub and a wood burner, it’s easy to see why this home is such a hit. 

On My Radar 

Quite fittingly for a home around five minutes' walk from Herne Bay's coastline, this home is slightly reminiscent of a beach shack. Admittedly, it's a lot bigger than the much-coveted huts you'll see in the local area, but the weathered timber around the fireplace, the bright white walls and the large double doors that open up to let the sea air blow through the space help create the laidback feel. Outside, there's a small yard complete with a picnic table for when you fancy an alfresco supper, but there are several seafront restaurants on Central Parade a couple of minutes away on foot, as well as plenty more on the High Street in the other direction. A lovely walking route through The Downs starts five minutes' walk from the front door, too.

Holding Hands

Rejuvenate with panoramic sea views every day at this beachfront hideout perched along one of Sandgate’s most sought-after private roads. Boasting direct access to a quiet and secluded stretch of beach, and yet just a 4-minute drive (or thirty-three minutes on foot) from the bustling seaside town of Folkestone, it’s hard to imagine a better location. Wake up with invigorating strolls along the nearby coastal paths. Rustle up a picnic for the beach, or head into Sandgate for a dose of seaside nostalgia with fish and chips and lashings of ice cream. When it’s time for a spot of shopping and culture, mosey along to the cobbled streets of Folkstone, where you’ll find bustling restaurants, gastropubs, and the thriving artist quarter. Back at home, maritime curiosities bring coastal charm, while a dramatic mural painted by Kent artist Oliver Trowell brings drama and a dash of colour to the space. After busy days exploring the Kent coast, soak weary legs in the Jacuzzi bathtub. Then pad out onto the south-easterly facing terrace, fire up the barbecue and nestle down in the charming pergola. It’s your front-row seat to watch the glowing setting sun.

Blue Horizon

Watching the ever-changing moods of the seas through the window of this newly renovated, high-style Margate apartment is a moment you'll never tire of, trust us. Set in Cliftonville, a smart pocket of the seaside town just a two-minute walk from the seafront promenade, it's easy to see the draw of this neighbourhood.

Grab a coffee to go from one of Cliftonville's buzzy cafes, then mooch along to the fantastic Walpole Tidal Pool (nine minutes away) or a smidge further in the opposite direction, the silk-sanded shores of Margate Beach (eighteen minutes on foot). For a hefty dose of seaside nostalgia, the kitsch amusement park, Margate Dreamland (a twenty-five minutes walk), is just the ticket. Or, for something a little more highbrow, the Turner Contemporary Gallery will do nicely (an eighteen-minute walk). As will the Old Town's wander-worthy lanes –⁠ its vintage shops and happening restaurants is an afternoon well spent.

Back at home, you'll love how quiet this apartment feels, set out across the top two floors of a Victorian property. The bay window nook is the perfect spot for a tete-a-tete over morning coffees as you soak up the sea vistas. While upstairs, one big hug of a king-sized bed awaits when it's time to get your forty winks. And just wait till you see the views of Margate's spectacular sunsets blazing through the bedroom window.

Mermaid of Margate

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