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Homely living room with open-fire in feature fireplace | The Bothy - The Dovecote, Staple, near Wingham

Well-equipped kitchen | The Bothy - The Dovecote, Staple, near Wingham

Relaxing double bedroom | The Bothy - The Dovecote, Staple, near Wingham

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Staple, near Wingham

Wingham Wildlife Park5 min drive
Howletts Wild Animal Park7 min drive
Canterbury Cathedral21 min drive
London (LGW-Gatwick)99 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

This characterful and charming Grade II listed Kentish getaway is hidden in beautiful countryside, and enjoys a sunny private patio and enclosed garden.. 4 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Open Fire
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Initial fuel for open fire included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Doggy extras. Enclosed, lawned garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. . All properties: Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Barbecue. Grounds (shared with other holiday cottages). No smoking. . The Bothy was built for Sir William Lynch as part of the Groves Estate in 1750 and was a gardener’s cottage and storage for carts. Following a sympathetic conversion, the detached cottage is now a wonderful getaway for families and couples, and dogs are welcome.

The location is wonderful, with a pub close by in the village of Staple and the picturesque Wingham only two miles away. Sandwich, close to the beach and containing more listed buildings than any other village in the UK, is only 6 miles away. The cathedral city of Canterbury is also a short drive and is a lively place with plenty of diverse shopping, clubs and restaurants. One can even hop on the ferry, or Eurotunnel for a trip over to France. You will feel your cares drifting away as you cross the private garden and enter the cosy warmth of this cottage. A striking open fire waits on winter evenings, or you can sit out on the sunny patio with a glass of wine to enjoy a Kentish summer at its best. An abundance of walks are on your doorstep with a number of good pubs to finish up in. . Shop and restaurant 2½ miles, pub 1 mile.
Please note the cottage is very rural and the Wi-Fi can sometimes be a little inconsistent. The Bothy can be booked together with Gamekeeper’s Cottage (UKC1062) to accommodate up to 6 guests.
Free WiFi

There is limited internet signal and/or mobile reception at the property.
There are steps to the property.

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Fireplace

Pool

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Hot tub

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Hot tub

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Canterbury

Located in Canterbury, this cottage is in a rural area. Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal and Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Margate Beach and White Cliffs of Dover. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Dreamland or St. Lawrence Ground.

Staple, near Wingham

What's nearby

Wingham Wildlife Park - 5 min drive
Howletts Wild Animal Park - 7 min drive
Royal St George's Golf Club - 15 min drive
University of Kent - 16 min drive
Canterbury Cathedral - 21 min drive

Getting around

Canterbury Adisham Station - 5 min drive

Restaurants

The Five Bells - 6 min drive
Time & Tide Taphouse - 9 min drive
The Rose Inn - 6 min drive
Juliet's Farm Shop and cafe - 5 min drive
The Griffins Head - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is This characterful and charming Grade II listed Kentish getaway is hidden in beautiful countryside, a pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at This characterful and charming Grade II listed Kentish getaway is hidden in beautiful countryside, a?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at This characterful and charming Grade II listed Kentish getaway is hidden in beautiful countryside, a?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is This characterful and charming Grade II listed Kentish getaway is hidden in beautiful countryside, a located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Wingham Wildlife Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Howletts Wild Animal Park and Stodmarsh National Nature Reserve. Secret Gardens of Sandwich and Betteshanger Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).