Guests say
The Granary is a beautifully renovated and tastefully decorated cottage in Ashford, offering a cosy and comfortable stay. Guests consistently praise its cleanliness, well-equipped kitchen, and peaceful location ideal for exploring Kent. The property features charming details such as a spiral staircase and thoughtful touches throughout. While parking can be tight and the staircase may not suit everyone, the overall experience is highly positive, with friendly hosts and easy access to local amenities and nature walks.
Cleanliness is frequently highlighted, with multiple guests describing the property as spotless, very clean, and well maintained. Only one review mentioned stained dining chair covers, but this was an isolated comment.
The location is praised for its quiet setting, proximity to Kent attractions, and easy access to main roads. Some mention minor traffic noise, but most found it peaceful and convenient for touring the area.
Guests found the cottage very comfortable, with special mention of the beds, underfloor heating, and overall homely feel. A few noted low headroom and the spiral staircase as potential issues for some, but these did not detract significantly from overall comfort.
The cottage is described as well equipped, with a spacious kitchen, modern bathrooms, and amenities such as WiFi and streaming TV. Some guests suggested improvements to kitchen utensils and noted the challenging driveway, but overall facilities are highly rated.
Several guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as welcome treats (milk, tea, coffee, wine), hand soap, and cleaning supplies. Please note that these gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
An ideal choice for couples, solo travellers and small families looking for a character filled abode in which to explore the beautiful county of Kent.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview Smart TV
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot. Enclosed back garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Situated in the grounds of the owner’s beautiful Grade II listed home, The Granary shares much of its character and charm, including rustic beamed ceilings. Step inside and you will be greeted by a cosy living and dining area, leading through to a spacious and modern kitchen, fully equipped and beautifully finished. There are two bedrooms to retreat to after a day out exploring. Should a drink or dinner alfresco sound tempting, the small enclosed garden is the perfect spot.
Nestled down a country lane in the village of Hothfield, with easy access to the A20 which takes you to the historic Leeds Castle within a 15-minute drive. With miles of picturesque countryside walks surrounding you, and a pub and restaurant just 100 metres away for effortless evening meals. With a choice of quaint Kentish villages within an easy drive for you to immerse yourself in countryside living, it is ideally located for exploring much of Kent. The oldest market town in Kent, Faversham, is a 20-minute drive away, the coast 5 minutes further, with the pretty town of Hythe with its wonderful military canal and shingle beach, and the charming town of Tenterden an equal distance away. With Charing train station within a 5-minute drive, should you fancy exploring the capital, trains will take you in to London in just over an hour.
Free WiFi
Nearby points of interest
- Leeds Castle
- Stoneacre National Trust
Reviews (25)
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Confirmed Guest
Really enjoyed our week in The Granary. It's really well equipped and spotlessly clean. It's beautifully furnished, cosy and comfortable.The hosts were welcoming and respectful of privacy and the location was good for exploring all corners of Kent.The nature reserve just down the lane was lovely for an evening stroll to enjoy the last of the day's sunshine.Would definitely recommend and thanks so much to the hosts for letting us enjoy their lovely property.
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Confirmed Guest
A comfortable & high-quality holiday property with a bonus of being cool during the heatwave. The owners also provided us with a fan for the bedroom.
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Paul Johnston
Superbly equipped and very comfortable cottage. Set in a great location for visiting all of Kents attractions and sights. We will definitely book again next year. Full marks to the owners.