Guests say
Fernwood in Rolvenden receives glowing praise for its peaceful setting, beautifully presented cottage, and welcoming hosts. Guests consistently highlight the immaculate cleanliness, high standard of comfort, and well-equipped facilities. The private woodland, secure grounds, and thoughtful touches create a relaxing retreat, especially for dog owners. The location is ideal for exploring local villages, gardens, and National Trust properties. Many guests mention generous welcome hampers and helpful recommendations from the hosts. Negatives are rare, with only minor suggestions such as a need for more shade on the terrace. Overall, Fernwood offers an exceptional countryside escape.
Multiple reviews describe the property as spotless, immaculate, and very well presented, with no negative comments regarding cleanliness.
Guests praise the tranquil, rural setting, proximity to woodland, and easy access to local attractions, shops, and pubs. The only minor note is its seclusion, which is viewed positively.
The cottage is repeatedly described as comfortable, cosy, spacious, and ideal for relaxation, with special mention of comfortable beds and a peaceful atmosphere.
Reviews highlight the high standard of equipment, well-stocked kitchen, secure grounds, and excellent outdoor spaces. One guest suggested a large parasol for shade, but otherwise facilities are highly praised.
Guests frequently mention generous welcome hampers, extra touches, and attentive hosts. While these gifts are appreciated, please note that such gestures are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Fernwood offers families and couples a perfect base to explore the beautiful Kent countryside with its many picturesque villages and stunning coastline. Located on the edge of a private bluebell wood, this peaceful sanctuary offers woodland walks straight from your doorstep, accompanied by peace and quiet.
Lovingly converted, this charming barn offers open-plan living all on one floor. Tastefully furnished throughout, classic country meets rural lifestyle. Full height windows showcase the beautiful surroundings, allowing natural light to flood into each room. The vaulted ceilings with exposed wooden beams blend seamlessly with all the modern 21st century fittings.
The spacious entrance hall is central to the barn, with its boot rack, coat hooks and stone tiled floor, it is ideal for storing your walking gear after a trip into the bluebell woods. The open-plan living area is dominated by the huge floor to ceiling windows and doors leading you out onto the stunning private terrace. Two sumptuous armchairs and the sofa allow you to cosy up and watch television, and the well-equipped modern kitchen and dining area provide all you need to create and enjoy wonderful family meals at the solid wood dining table. There are two well-appointed bedrooms; the first bedroom with a 5' king size bed, and the family bathroom next door with a bath and separate walk-in shower. Bedroom two leading from the living area boasts a 6' super-king size bed and a Smart television.
Outside, the show-stopping rear terrace is decked, and boasts an outdoor dining table, garden furniture and a charcoal barbecue, ideal for alfresco dining, or just to sit back and relax whilst listening to the birdsong.
Wine connoisseurs will delight in a visit to the Chapel Down Vineyard, where guided tours and tastings can be booked, less than 15 minutes from Fernwood. Or head to the beach at Camber Sands, only half an hour away. The nearest town is Tenterden, often referred to as 'The Jewel of the Weald' with its tree-lined greens, artisan independent shops and pretty architecture. Tenterden is also home to the Kent and East Sussex Steam Railway.
Additional Information:
The internal accommodation is all on one level. There are a couple of small steps into the property which the owner can provide a wheelchair ramp for. Please request this during the booking process if required.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome (small additional charge).
Children and infants welcome. Travel cot and highchair available on request (please provide your own cot linen).
Guests have use of the five acre private woodland and two acre paddock.
Please note, care needs to be taken when adventuring out to the woods. If you are leaving the footpath, there may be fox and rabbit holes, and other various trip hazards.
There is a pond within the paddock that is not covered. Please supervise children at all times.
Please be mindful of toxic plants within the wooded area. Please supervise children and dogs at all times.
The bedding is feather and non-feather (bamboo).
Reviews (28)
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Confirmed Guest
Rarely do properties or locations exceed my expectations - Fernwood absolutely did for all those extra thoughtful touches and to top it all off- there were 14 coat hangers. Nobody ever provides enough hangers but the owners have even covered that. We will be disappointed if we don’t get to return. A special mention for our friendly but unobtrusive hosts x
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely holiday property, very well equipped and spotless. secluded venue just right for "getting away from it all!"
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Confirmed Guest
Great country setting and lovely hosts. Cottage was well presented with a great outside area as we had the weather to enjoy it with sundowner drinks.