Guests say
The Bothy is a charming, peaceful cottage retreat, much loved for its tranquil setting, secure garden ideal for dogs, and comfortable living spaces. Guests frequently praise the helpful hosts, the well-equipped kitchen, and the beautiful bathroom. The location is perfect for countryside walks and exploring local attractions. While most found the cottage clean and cosy, a few noted areas needing a little more attention or updating. Thoughtful touches such as welcome packs were appreciated by some guests, though not always provided. Overall, The Bothy offers a relaxing and enjoyable stay in a lovely rural environment.
Most guests found the cottage clean and comfortable, with particular praise for the bathroom and bedding. However, a few reviews mentioned issues such as cobwebs, moss on patio furniture, and areas needing more thorough cleaning or maintenance.
The location is highly praised for its peace, quiet, and proximity to scenic walks, historical sites, and local pubs. The secure, enclosed garden and rural setting are especially appreciated by dog owners.
Guests frequently mention comfortable beds, a cosy living room, and a homely atmosphere. The cottage is described as spacious and restful, with several guests noting excellent sleep quality.
The cottage is generally well-equipped, with a good kitchen, full-size fridge freezer, and a beautiful bathroom. Some guests noted minor issues such as a lack of hand towels, tea towels, or modern TV options, and a few mentioned areas needing updating or maintenance.
Several guests appreciated welcome packs and treats, and found the hosts helpful and responsive. However, the presence and content of welcome gifts varied, so these thoughtful touches are not guaranteed.
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.
All on the
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. 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.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Minnis Bay
- The White Cliffs Of Dover
- Viking Bay
- Botany Bay
Reviews (23)
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Confirmed Guest
Really enjoyable quiet and relaxing weekend at the Bothy. It’s cosy and comfortable with everything you need. The enclosed garden was much loved by my dog, with lots of bushes to explore, and it is secure. The location is very quiet, along a farm track to get to the estate, and we had some great walks in the fields nearby. Bed was super comfortable and I loved the big fluffy towels provided. Woudl definitely recommend!
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Confirmed Guest
The Bothy was just what we needed, a quiet, peaceful, relaxing break away with our dog. We chose it because of the location and the open fire. Everything was perfect for us. We even did a puzzle that was there. The information provided in the pack was spot on re: places to eat and where to go. The dog loved it too!
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Nicholas
The Bothy provided a lovely weekend getaway in a quiet, secluded location, great acces to nearby sights of interest such as Canterbury Cathedral (about 20 minutes drive) and Sandwich to the east. The guidebook provided was really helpful in giving pointers and had a great walk from Sandwich to the coast and back which we enjoyed. There were a couple of things mising that did eventually get sorted but would have been good to have them from the off. Having said that, we did enjoy our stay and would recommend the cottage if you wanted to stay in Kent!