Honeywood Lodge by Bloom Stays with Indoor Pool ideal for families and children
Honeywood Lodge: sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms, 3 shower-rooms (1 is located by the pool area), open plan kitchen/dining room/sitting room.
Ground Floor Entry leads into a hallway / games area - Fun sized basket ball and throw game, air hockey table and table football. Doors open onto a decked verandah. Swimming pool lobby and entry with shower room, separate wc. Pool towels provided. Pool complex offers a heated swimming pool, with a selection of furniture. Bifold opening doors that open onto a beautiful decked verandah with views of the gardens. Yet very private! Bedroom 3 i(sleeps 2) with double bed, wardrobes chest of drawers. Sliding patio doors to balcony. Shower room.
Upper Floor Bright open living area with sofa and armchairs, dining table and chairs for six. Kitchenette complete with electric oven and hob, toaster, kettle, microwave. All the essentials to cook up a meal and childrens cutlery and pool size plastic ware. Bedrooms 1 & 2 both double rooms are on this floor with wardrobes, and drawers. Shower room and WC. The kitchen area is open plan, with an under counter fridge with freezer box, electric oven and four ring electric hob, microwave, kettle and toaster. All the essentials for self-catering stay. Bedrooms 1 (sleeps 2) double bed with wardrobes, chest of drawers Bedroom 2 (sleeps 2) twin beds with wardrobes, chest of drawers
Outside Large landscaped garden with gravel walkway around the grounds, a playing field with goals, and a paved patio area with garden furniture and swing seat Parking on site for three to four cars off road on a private drive.
Towels and linen provided Travel Cot and Highchair available on request Pool towels supplied WiFi Some steps to entry, living area on the upper floor. Games room on the lower floor Grounds people and support staff may be onsite to maintain the property and safety of the pool. There is CCTV in the grounds of the property for guest and owner security. The owner's home is adjacent to the property and is used occasionally - the extensive grounds are therefore usually exclusive to guests during their stay. Please note check in is 4.00pm and check out is 10.00am.
Indoor heated swimming pool (5m x 9m) Pool area is locked and should remain locked when not in use. Children must not be left unattended. The depth of the pool is 5 feet at both ends and is accessible via steps, and is heated to 28 degrees. Safety: please ensure children are supervised at all times around the pool and the pool complex is locked when not in use.
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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
About the area
Canterbury
Located in Canterbury, this holiday home is in a rural area. Canterbury Cathedral and Westgate Gardens and Towers are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Whitstable Beach and West Blean & Thornden Woods. Travelling with kids? Consider Solly's Orchard, or check out an event or a game at St. Lawrence Ground.
West Blean & Thornden Woods - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Church of St Cosmus & St Damian - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
University of Kent - 5 min drive - 1.7 km
Gulbenkian Theatre - 6 min drive - 2.3 km
Canterbury Cathedral - 11 min drive - 5.0 km
Getting around
Whitstable Chestfield and Swalecliffe Station - 6 min drive
London (SEN-Southend) - 98 min drive
Restaurants
Caffè Nero - 4 min drive
The Punch Tavern - 8 min drive
The Unicorn Inn - 5 min drive
Sibson Café - 4 min drive
K Bar - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Honeywood Lodge by Bloom Stays with Indoor Pool ideal for families and children have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Honeywood Lodge by Bloom Stays with Indoor Pool ideal for families and children?
As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Honeywood Lodge by Bloom Stays with Indoor Pool ideal for families and children on 7 June 2026 start from AU$810, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Honeywood Lodge by Bloom Stays with Indoor Pool ideal for families and children pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Honeywood Lodge by Bloom Stays with Indoor Pool ideal for families and children?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Honeywood Lodge by Bloom Stays with Indoor Pool ideal for families and children?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Honeywood Lodge by Bloom Stays with Indoor Pool ideal for families and children?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Honeywood Lodge by Bloom Stays with Indoor Pool ideal for families and children located?
This family-friendly Canterbury holiday home is located in a rural location, within 1 mi (2 km) of University of Kent and West Blean & Thornden Woods. Solly's Orchard and Lady Wootton's Green are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Peaceful place for relaxing also enjoy the pool very warm
Olakunle P.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
9 Apr 2024
Great stay at Honeywood loged
Really pleasant stay at Honeywood lodge, the house is well located, the swimming pool is great and it's very easy to deal with the Bloom Stays team!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
31 Dec 2025
Great stay
We stayed here with the kids and the indoor pool was the clear highlight of the trip. It was warm, clean, and well managed, which made it genuinely easy to relax while the children burned off energy. The pool area never felt chaotic, even when busy, and safety was clearly taken seriously. Outside the pool, everything was practical rather than flashy, which actually worked well for a family stay. The kids were happy, tired at the end of each day, and asking to go back, which is usually the best test. Overall, it delivered exactly what we needed for a stress-free family break without any unpleasant surprises.
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Dec 2025
Dear Liam,
Thank you for writing this lovely review on your stay at the Honeywood Lodge.
We are so glad you had a lovely stay, and enjoyed the pool, and the property. We very much hope to host you again soon.
Best Wishes,
Bloom Stays
Absolutely beautiful property! Spacious grounds, thoughtfully equipped, very well maintained. The pool area was wonderful and warm, and seems to have been recently refurbished. The local pub appears to have closed but it was only a short drive to nearby towns.We enjoyed a very peaceful stay here, thanks a lot.
We absolutely loved our stay, didnt see the owners during our stay which we liked the privacy. Having the oil to ourselves was amazing.
Jasmine E.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 May 2023
Thank you Jasmine for your review. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your time at Honeywood Lodge and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon, best wishes Bloom Stays
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
9 Aug 2024
Wow! Amazing space & grounds
Fabulous pool - with the Bi-folds open, sun out - could have been in The Med! So easy having the pool connected to the lodge. Huge grounds to explore and play football/games. Superb quiet location - great WiFi too.
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2024
Thank you for taking the time to review your stay at Honeywood Lodge, Gary. We are so pleased to hear you had a wonderful stay and were able to enjoy the pool and the garden in the summer weather! Thank you for being great guests with us and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Best wishes, Bloom Stays
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
10 Oct 2024
A memorable getaway with my family
Honeywood Lodge is a pleasant hideaway with ame parking and walk paths. The accommodation is clean, comfortable and within reach of Canterbury High Street. The heated swimming pool was a must have bonus. Had a lovely time with my family. Will definitely do it again.
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Oct 2024
Thank you for such a lovely review. We are so very glad you had a comfortable stay, and enjoyed the pool! We hope to host you again in the future.
Kind Regards,
Bloom Stays
Property was lovely, a little hot at times, loved the pool and grounds
mark b.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Oct 2023
Thank you Mark for your review. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon, best wishes Bloom Stays
From a partner site
8/10 Good
8 Jan 2024
Lovely stay at Honeywood Lodge
We had a lovely stay at Honeywood Lodge. It is close to London and ideal for small families with kids as the accommodation is not too big but with the huge benefit of a private indoor pool. The property was clean, well appointed and easy to access. There were one or two hitches like the microwave not working and the mattresses could be more comfy but overall a brilliant stay.
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jan 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, as a repeat guest we really value the feedback! We will of course look into the few points raised and ensure it is rectified for future stays. We look forward to welcoming you back to another one of our holiday lets!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
1 Dec 2025
Wonderful stay at honeywood lodge
The lodge was wonderful, and extremely comfortable. Comfy mattresses and sofas, made for a very relaxed stay. Property had enough utensils and was well equipped. The pool was amazing, and really warm. Alot of indoor pools we have used are never as warm! Shower didnt seem to get hot in pool area but no bog deal. Beautiful setting in woodland, and was very private and peaceful.
Is a little rough around the edges if you study but this was so minor and had no impact on our stay. We had an amazing time and would return again. My only negative would be to the bin, there was no lid for it which was a bit annoying as food smells lingered a little!
Exactly as described. The pool was perfect and the kids loved it. Even had a picnic in the grounds while they played football. Cannot wait to come back.
Honeywood lodge was well equipped for everything you could need. Pool was a little on the cold side but didn’t stop the kids from spending most of their time in there.
Victoria H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
Thank you for leaving a review, we are so pleased you had a lovely stay. Best wishes, Bloom Stays
Children loved the pool!- very warm and they spent hours playing! Beautiful, well-kept grounds, two fridges (up and down stairs) , football table and air hockey was fun! Beds were comfy with plenty of towels and bedding. Few niggles- WiFi was poor and there was no service in area for own 4G (Tv did keep losing signal too) . Also the living room windows were broken on arrival.
Tracy C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
16 July 2023
Peace and Space but heating controls difficult to master. Bloom’s provided excellent support.
Wandering around the private grounds, playing football and swimming whenever we liked were standouts. Location ideal for visiting Kent’s attractions. Bloom’s help outside hours was perfect, thank you.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2023
Thank you Paul for your lovely review. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your time at Honeywood Lodge. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon, best wishes Bloom Stays
Property is lovely with the huge added benefit of a private heated pool which we could use whenever we wanted. This was a huge hit for our children in addition to the games room. The living area was adequate with the required necessities. The location of the property is incredibly peaceful but supermarkets and Canterbury are within easy reach by car.
Lisa W.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Nov 2022
Thank you for your lovely review of your stay at Honeywood Lodge. We hope you can stay with Bloom Stays again in the future.
First class pool made our holiday. Clean and well maintained and kept at a nice temperature for lounging around. Bi-fold doors dificult to open and close, probably suffering at the hands of inexperienced people! House equipped with quality furniture and fittings. It does get hot upstairs during a heat wave, but just about tolerable with correct use of curtains and windows. Several niggles with lack of maintenance, but nothing too serious to prevent our enjoyment. Would love to come again.
Richard P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site
8/10 Good
31 May 2025
Hineywood lodge
Brilliant pool, whole family really loved it.
Property functional, but very hot especially at night. Fans supplied, but not easiest to use. Cleanliness inside quite good, but outside balconies needed sweeping badly and clearly not done recently, which would have expected before our arrival..
No phone reception in Property but was aware of this before arrival, was great could use WhatsApp to contact bloom stays as we had issue with washing machine, and they dealt with it very quickly, great service, even though I am still awaiting my deposit refund.
We would definitely recommend this property and bloom stays. Thank you.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 June 2025
Dear Laura,
Thank you for taking the time to write this lovely review on Honeywood Lodge. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay, and will pass along the feedback provided to the owners directly.
We very much hope to host you again in the future.
Best Wishes,
Bloom Stays
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Monjur M.
8 Feb 2025
A cosy and luxurious stay with sole access to the pool!
The property is rurally located off a lane, yet close to Canterbury for quick access to sites and amenities. Coming from London, we appreciated being able to see the stars. The owner's property is next door, but we didn't see anyone for the weekend we stayed, so we felt we had the place to ourselves!
It was a real treat to access the pool directly from the property without having to go outside and use it whenever we wanted. The pool temp was better than expected given energy costs these days! Facilities like the pool, showers, WCs, bathrooms, were all modern, well-maintained and spotlessly clean. Essentials were provided, like tea, coffee, milk, sugar, detergent. The sofas were extremely comfortable and there were plenty of blankets to be cosy. The furniture generally seemed to be more of a premium quality.
There are also well-maintained grounds with a football goal that would have been great in warmer weather.
We had a wonderful stay and would be happy to return.
Monjur M.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Feb 2025
Dear Monjur,
Thank you for this wonderful review ! We are so glad you had a restful stay, and made good use of the pool. We would love to host you again.
Best Wishes,
Bloom Stays
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
17 Mar 2026
Hannaford family
Me and my family had the most wonderful stay, to the point we added and extra day and still didn't want to leave. Me my wife and 3 children loved! And we will be 100% be coming back, thank you have having us.
Our family enjoyed our visit to Honeywood Lodge, and look forward to returning soon. Our son loves swimming, so we made good use of the pool daily. The grounds are lovely, secluded and quiet (excited to hear an owl on our last night!). As we have young children, the absence of a washer was not ideal for a week’s stay, but we made it work. Excellent communication throughout,
Heather C.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2022
Thank you Heather for your review, we are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your time at Honeywood Lodge. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon, best wishes Bloom Stays
Excellent property management by Bloom. We trust they will address the few problems we identified.
Kaye F.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
24 Mar 2022
Wonderful weekend break
We had a wonderful stay at Honeywood Lodge with our young family. Everything was accommodated for and my children loved the use of the fantastic private indoor pool. We were incredibly lucky with the weather which allowed us to enjoy the large garden to its full extent. A great property that we have already recommended and cannot wait to book our next stay!
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2022
Thank you Sophia for your lovely review. We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Honeywood and we look forward to welcoming you back very soon. Best Wishes Bloom Stays.