Guests say
Deer Cottage 1 offers a peaceful and idyllic countryside retreat, highly praised for its cleanliness, well-equipped facilities, and beautiful surroundings teeming with wildlife. Guests appreciate the secure, family-friendly grounds, thoughtful touches on arrival, and the abundance of activities for children. The cottage is an excellent base for exploring Kent and nearby attractions. While most feedback is overwhelmingly positive, a few guests noted minor issues with mattresses, Wi-Fi, and the entrance gate. Overall, the property provides a relaxing and memorable stay, with many guests eager to return.
Cleanliness is consistently highlighted, with guests describing the cottage as spotless, tidy, and well-maintained. Only rare, minor comments were made, and no significant concerns were raised.
The rural location is widely praised for its tranquillity, natural beauty, and proximity to local attractions. Some guests mentioned the need to drive to shops or restaurants, but this did not detract from the overall positive impression.
Guests generally found the cottage cosy and comfortable, with special mention of the beds and homely atmosphere. A few noted that some mattresses and curtains could be improved, but these were minor points.
Facilities are highly rated, with guests enjoying the well-equipped kitchen, play areas, tennis court, and secure grounds. Occasional issues with the entrance gate and Wi-Fi were mentioned but did not significantly impact the overall experience.
Many guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as welcome packs, milk, biscuits, and bird feeders. While these gestures are warmly received, please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Nestled in 14 acres of picturesque Kentish countryside, Deer Cottage offers an idyllic escape for couples, friends and families alike to fully unwind in the peaceful surroundings.. 1 step to entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Smart TV, Patio Doors Leading To Patio & Garden
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Front garden with patio, garden furniture and gas barbecue. Grounds with tennis court and children’s play area (shared with other properties on-site). Ample private parking. No smoking. Please note: There are steps and an open pond within the grounds, please be mindful with young children.. Overlooking the orchards beyond sits the Deer Cottages, tastefully furnished throughout in calming, neutral tones with a welcoming and homely feel. From the spacious open-plan living and dining room step outside through patio doors and enjoy the best of the views over the fruit orchards. The fully equipped kitchen is ideal for those looking to whip up a meal in the comfort of the cottage, with everything thought of that you might need for a hassle-free stay, including a washer dryer, and dishwasher. Come evening, retreat to the comfort of the master bedroom with King size bed, and the twin bedroom next door, sharing a bathroom with a generously sized shower.
Outside, awaits the patio area with a modern sitting area and gas barbecue, overlooking a well-kept lawn, and divided from the neighbouring cottage with a fence to create a private area just for you, providing the perfect spot for a morning coffee or evening glass of wine. With shared access to the expansive and charming garden including orchards, fields, tennis court, and children’s playground, both children and adults will undoubtedly relish exploring.
Situated on the edge of the historic Wealden village of Biddenden, with a choice of restaurants, pubs, and cafes within a 5-minute drive in Biddenden, the surrounding villages and the along the pretty tree-lined high-street of Tenterden – aptly named ‘The Jewel of the Weald’. Hemsted Forest, with its extensive walking and cycling paths, and the award-winning Biddenden Vineyards, open for wine and cider tastings, are both just a stone’s throw away. For those who wish to explore further afield, there is plenty to do and see in the local area, from Sissinghurst Castle Gardens, the Kent & Sussex Steam Railway to Bedgebury Pinetum, and much more.
Deer Cottage 1 (UK39330) can be booked with Deer Cottage 2 (UK39332) to accommodate up to 8 guests. Bookable in conjunction with both cottages, is a wonderfully versatile on-site function hall - providing the perfect venue should you be looking to host a special event, arranged directly with the owner. The function hall will not be in use during your stay unless booked by you.
Free WiFi
Children must be supervised on site due to possible safety hazards.
There are steps to the property.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Reviews (39)
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Sam Callow
We had a lovely stay at Deer cottage. The site was quiet and the grounds were lovely. We especially enjoyed watching the birds on the bird feeders that were well stocked when we arrived ( not when we left 😂) We saw some deer at dusk in the top field. One thing I would recommend is another cupboard in the kitchen to store food given its self catering.Would recommend a stay here
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Dawn Verrill
Lovely cottage on huge plot of land. everything we could need supplied. privacy from other cottage. Bed comfy. Kitchen good size for a rental.Milk and biscuits left for our arrival thank you. easily found if you look at over head photos. Key pad gates worked smoothly and automatically close behind once clear. Felt safe.Would use and recommend again.
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Alan Woodward
This was our third stay at 1 Deer Cottage and it was good to be back. The setting is amazing, so peaceful, and our granddaughter loves the trampoline and tree swing. We all enjoyed watching the birds on the feeders and on walks around the grounds. We also saw rabbits and pheasants but no deer this year.It is convenient for visiting family and favourite local places. The cottage was very clean and tidy and we appreciated the welcome biscuits, tea, coffee and milk.We were pleased to see that the TV had been upgraded to a Smart TV, potentially making it easier to find programmes suitable for our granddaughter for ‘chill out’ time and before bed. We were disappointed that we couldn’t get it to work, even on terrestrial programmes but that was soon dealt with. We have never had trouble with the internet before but this time we found that it was very patchy, iPad apps wouldn’t work a lot of the time and we were unable to use the TV for ‘catch up’ and ‘on demand’ for children’s programmes and films after an active day out as the internet kept stopping. Fortunately we were able to purchase a suitable DVD in a local charity shop for one evening. It is for this reason that I am unable to give a 5* review which the cottage itself deserves.We will book the cottage again as it is in a beautiful place and we appreciated the friendliness of the housekeeper and her family who were willing to answer questions and queries.