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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Hawthorne Cottage - PY8

With the benefit of ground floor facilities, this lovely Grade II listed cottage is just 20 minutes from Canterbury.. Ground Floor:

Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player, Electric Fire

Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer

Bedroom 1: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds

Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet

First Floor:

Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed

Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Garden with sitting-out area, BBQ and garden furniture. 21-acre grounds (shared). Electric car charging point. Private parking for 2 cars. Wheelchair access. No smoking. Please note: Drainage dykes on adjacent farmland.. This lovingly restored detached Grade II listed cottage with Flemish gables lies close to the owners’ home at the top of a country lane, amid their 21-acre farm consisting of orchards. Many original features remain – and with wide doorways, ground floor bedroom and bathroom, wheelchair access is possible. The village of Preston-next-Wingham is a mile away and there are walks through the orchards to join the Saxon Shore Way. Canterbury is a 20-minute drive. Whitstable and Dover for trips to France are easily accessible. Golf locally. Sandwich, a 15-minute drive. Shop and pub 1 mile.

These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 16 guests.

Free WiFi



The property is located on a working farm.

Children must be supervised on site due to possible safety hazards.

Cats are not allowed at the property.

Electric vehicle charging at charging points only.

Only dogs allowed at the property.

There is open water in the property grounds.

Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.

Suitable for up to 1 pet

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 1 pet(s)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Important information

You need to know

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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Canterbury

Located in Canterbury, this cottage is in a rural area. RAF Manston Spitfire and Hurricane Memorial Museum and Canterbury Roman Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Westgate and Birchington Golf Club and Royal St George's Golf Club. Wingham Wildlife Park and Howletts Wild Animal Park are also worth visiting.
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Preston, near Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Wingham Wildlife Park - 4 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Grove Ferry Picnic Site - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Monkton Nature Reserve - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Stodmarsh National Nature Reserve - 7 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Howletts Wild Animal Park - 11 min drive - 12.1 km

Getting around

  • Ramsgate Minster Station - 9 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 125 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Embassy Road House Diner - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Bell Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mobile Fish And Chips - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Chequer Inn - Ash - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hawthorne Cottage - PY8 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hawthorne Cottage - PY8?

As of 28 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hawthorne Cottage - PY8 on 11 May 2026 start from AU$299, 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.

How much is parking at Hawthorne Cottage - PY8?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hawthorne Cottage - PY8?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hawthorne Cottage - PY8?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hawthorne Cottage - PY8 located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Wingham Wildlife Park and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Grove Ferry Picnic Site. Stodmarsh National Nature Reserve and Richborough Roman Fort are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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6.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicola F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming little spot

Great location, easy to get to Canterbury, Margate and Dover. Wonderful historical building, with a host who helped us when we got lost (😂 it was way easier than we made it seem!) as well as giving the goods in regards to their pub recommendation. We had an amazing meal! Also helpful, kind hearted touchea such as washing pods, a teapot AND a kettle to brew a tea as you wonder at the view.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Maddy

A

Absolutely lovely with lovely hosts ! Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Janet

Great location for walking and interesting places to visit nearby.

Great location for walking and interesting places to visit nearby. We didn't really try any of the local amenities, so I am unable to comment. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Luc

The location was great, very calm and spacious cottage.

The location was great, very calm and spacious cottage. TV was cutting a bit, wifi signal quite low. Host very welcoming and helpful. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Had a wonderful break.

Had a wonderful break. Amenities were very good. Cleanliness excellent. Granny came with us so the downstairs room and bathroom were ideal for her. She did say that unfortunately the mattress downstairs was uncomfortable. Otherwise it was an ideal setting. Enjoyed the apple orchards and The wildlife. Owners very friendly and helpful. Can reach many places for days out, food etc, whilst retreating to the peace and quiet, and clear night skies. Would definitely recommend and hope to return. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Naseem

B

Best place
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Maria

Lovely cottage, quiet, spacious and ideally situated for exploring Kent.

Lovely cottage, quiet, spacious and ideally situated for exploring Kent. The owners are friendly and helpful, and have supplied all the necessities. Had lovely local apple juice and shortbread waiting for us when we arrived. Only downside is there is only one bathroom which is downstairs, which is a bit of a pain as 4 people of the 6 sleep upstairs
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10/10 Excellent

Jacqui

This is the 6th time I have stayed at Hawthorne cottage.

This is the 6th time I have stayed at Hawthorne cottage. Each year, myself and another carer bring 2 adults with disabilities on holiday here. It’s a beautiful cottage completely away from roads or other people with orchards to walk around. The cottage is comfortable and we always enjoy our time here.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Anna

A beautiful cottage with everything needed for a family break away.

A beautiful cottage with everything needed for a family break away. Fantastic location surrounded by orchards, a really peaceful pretty spot
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Lovely spot on a fruit farm, very comfortable, good location for visits to beach and Canterbury.

Lovely spot on a fruit farm, very comfortable, good location for visits to beach and Canterbury.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Lovely cottage on a fruit farm so there are wonderful walks in the orchards.

Lovely cottage on a fruit farm so there are wonderful walks in the orchards. Fairly close to a village by car not walking distance. Lovely helpful, friendly hosts.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Donna

We stayed the last week in May and had the most amazing time.

We stayed the last week in May and had the most amazing time. The owners were so welcoming and friendly. The cottage had everything you could want, and the location was fantastic. The outside space thats allocated with the cottage was fantastic we played for hours outside. The location is perfect for the beach, Canterbury Castle, wildlife park etc etc. There are 2 local pubs/restaurants minutes from the cottage and the owners were so nice (The Rising Sun and The Dog and Duck, the food was delicious. The best thing was the quiet, its so peaceful. We would highly recommend Hawthorne Cottage.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Priti

Beautiful cottage loved our stay .

Beautiful cottage loved our stay .. we will return.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

john

lovely relaxing cottage, very quiet and peaceful but still convenient for Canterbury.

lovely relaxing cottage, very quiet and peaceful but still convenient for Canterbury.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Lovely cottage hidden behind the main house, deceptively large with plenty of space for our group of

Lovely cottage hidden behind the main house, deceptively large with plenty of space for our group of six, yet still cosy. The owners were very welcoming and helpful. Would recommend for a holiday or weekend retreat.
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

A lovely cottage in an interesting location.

A lovely cottage in an interesting location. Well placed to visit both coasts, equally well equipped that you can really enjoy staying put. Very clean.

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