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Gamekeeper's Cottage
Cottage in Canterbury with kitchen and fireplace
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9.0 out of 10
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1 bedroom 1 bathroom Sleeps 2
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Explore the area

Staple, near Wingham
- Place, Wingham Wildlife Park5 min drive
- Place, Howletts Wild Animal Park8 min drive
- Place, Canterbury Cathedral15 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Gamekeeper's Cottage
This Grade II Listed one-bedroom holiday cottage is set in a private walled garden measuring around a third of an acre, and is conveniently all on one level.. All on the Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview Smart TV, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Hob, Combi Microwave/Oven/Grill, Fridge, Coffee Machine
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Initial fuel for wood burner included. 1/3 acre enclosed walled garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car.. All properties: Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Barbecue. Grounds (shared with other holiday cottages). No smoking. . Set in its own walled garden which is completely private, Gamekeeper’s Cottage is ideal for those seeking a romantic getaway. Part of the Groves Estate built for Sir William Lynch in around 1750, Gamekeeper’s Cottage is surrounded by high Grade II listed walls which shelter a gloriously sunny garden, spanning around a third of an acre, which is bursting with unusual plants and flowers including a fig tree. Here you will find your very own secret garden, a perfect retreat into countryside tranquillity – well away from the hustle and bustle of city life.
Inside, the detached cottage has been renovated with a smart bathroom and a new kitchen installed in 2021. As this cottage is small it might not be appropriate for guests with limited mobility. The medieval local village of Staple has a friendly pub/restaurant and Wingham and Sandwich are a short drive away. Canterbury is less than 10 miles away and is full of a great variety of shops and restaurants. There is a great choice of beaches nearby including Broadstairs, Sandwich Bay and Ramsgate.
Please note this is a rural location and the WiFi can be intermittent or slow at times.
Gamekeeper’s Cottage is perfect for couples who want to spend some quality time together; those in need of peace and escape can wander around their own ’Garden of Eden’, before exploring the beautiful countryside and nearby coast – the best Kent has to offer. Even France is accessible with the Eurotunnel, and the ports at Dover and Folkestone close by. There is a bus stop within walking distance with buses running to Sandwich and Canterbury.
Please note the cottage is very rural and the Wi-Fi can sometimes be a little inconsistent. Gamekeeper’s Cottage can be booked together with The Bothy (UKC1061) to accommodate up to 6 guests.
Free WiFi
There is limited internet signal and/or mobile reception at the property.
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview Smart TV, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Hob, Combi Microwave/Oven/Grill, Fridge, Coffee Machine
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Initial fuel for wood burner included. 1/3 acre enclosed walled garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car.. All properties: Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Barbecue. Grounds (shared with other holiday cottages). No smoking. . Set in its own walled garden which is completely private, Gamekeeper’s Cottage is ideal for those seeking a romantic getaway. Part of the Groves Estate built for Sir William Lynch in around 1750, Gamekeeper’s Cottage is surrounded by high Grade II listed walls which shelter a gloriously sunny garden, spanning around a third of an acre, which is bursting with unusual plants and flowers including a fig tree. Here you will find your very own secret garden, a perfect retreat into countryside tranquillity – well away from the hustle and bustle of city life.
Inside, the detached cottage has been renovated with a smart bathroom and a new kitchen installed in 2021. As this cottage is small it might not be appropriate for guests with limited mobility. The medieval local village of Staple has a friendly pub/restaurant and Wingham and Sandwich are a short drive away. Canterbury is less than 10 miles away and is full of a great variety of shops and restaurants. There is a great choice of beaches nearby including Broadstairs, Sandwich Bay and Ramsgate.
Please note this is a rural location and the WiFi can be intermittent or slow at times.
Gamekeeper’s Cottage is perfect for couples who want to spend some quality time together; those in need of peace and escape can wander around their own ’Garden of Eden’, before exploring the beautiful countryside and nearby coast – the best Kent has to offer. Even France is accessible with the Eurotunnel, and the ports at Dover and Folkestone close by. There is a bus stop within walking distance with buses running to Sandwich and Canterbury.
Please note the cottage is very rural and the Wi-Fi can sometimes be a little inconsistent. Gamekeeper’s Cottage can be booked together with The Bothy (UKC1061) to accommodate up to 6 guests.
Free WiFi
There is limited internet signal and/or mobile reception at the property.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace
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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
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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. Canterbury Cathedral and Dover Castle are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Margate Beach and White Cliffs of Dover. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Lydden Hill Race Circuit or Dreamland.

Staple, near Wingham
What's nearby
- Wingham Wildlife Park - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
- Howletts Wild Animal Park - 8 min drive - 9.9 km
- Canterbury Cathedral - 15 min drive - 16.8 km
- Marlowe Theatre - 16 min drive - 17.1 km
- University of Kent - 18 min drive - 18.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Rose Inn - 7 min drive
- Mobile Fish And Chips - 7 min drive
- The Chequer Inn - Ash - 4 min drive
- Whitemills Wake & Aqua - 7 min drive
- Juliet's Farm Shop And Cafe - 5 min drive
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