Guests say
Church Cottage in Barham, Kent, is a characterful property praised for its picturesque charm, cosy atmosphere, and well-maintained condition. Guests appreciate the fully equipped house, pretty garden, and the village's appeal. The cottage's period features and soulful warmth are highlights, alongside its great location for local attractions and dining. Mind the low doorways and uneven floors, which add to its historic charm.
The cottage is consistently described as clean and well-kept, with no negative comments on cleanliness, indicating high standards are maintained.
The location is highly praised for being picturesque, accessible by public transport, and well-situated for local amenities and attractions, suggesting an excellent setting.
Comfort is well-regarded with mentions of a cosy atmosphere and comfortable beds, though the low doorways and uneven floors may challenge taller guests.
Facilities are generally praised as fully equipped and in good condition. However, the absence of a working fireplace, contrary to some guests' expectations, slightly lowers the score.
There are no specific mentions of gifts or special thoughtful touches provided by the host, so it is not possible to assess this category.
About this property
Incredibly pretty period property sleeping 7 at the heart of a lovely village near Canterbury.
A beautiful country house with many original features and a very pretty garden. Located in the centre of the lovely village of Barham next to the village church, this charming property offers very comfortable spacious accommodation for up to 7 people. The pretty village has many period properties and is surrounded by the beautiful countryside of the North Downs - an area of unspoilt natural beauty. There is a local village shop together with a good dining pub very close to the property. The city of Canterbury is only 7 miles away offering great shopping and the chance to explore the many historical buildings and museums or enjoy hiring a punt on the river Stour. The coast is close by for a fun day out at the seaside in Folkestone or Hythe.
Size: Sleeps up to 7 (plus a baby) in 4 bedrooms
Nearest Beach: 11 miles
Nearest amenities: 200 yards
Pets: No pets allowed
Smoking: No smoking at this property
Rooms: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 cloakrooms, 1 sitting room, 1 snug, dining room, kitchen and utility room
Beds: 1 double, 1 king size, 3 singles
Luxuries: 2 televisions and Free WiFi
General: Central Heating
Utilities: Cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer
Standard: Kettle, toaster, iron
Others: Linen and towels provided
Outdoor: Walled garden with garden furniture
Parking: Private driveway for 2 cars. Additional off-street parking nearby
Deposit:
Pets: No pets allowed at this property
Smoking: No smoking allowed at this property
Notes: There are 2 travel cots and 1 highchair available for guests' use. This is a period property with low doorways, turning staircases, sometimes steep and with low headroom in places and some uneven floors. Not suited to those with mobility problems. Fireplaces are decorative only.
You may need to pay an Accidental Damage Deposit or Accidental Damage Deposit Waiver for this property. Where applicable we will contact you in good time before your holiday with further details and to take payment.
Reviews (10)
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Mrs Münch
A very romantic house with a wonderful garden in a cute Little village. We felt like Jane Austen. All Equipment in very good condition. Comfortable beds. Stairs to the attic are very narrow and you should Not be too tall. The House is very old and accordingly, floors are uneven. But this ist part of the charm. We would go there again any time!
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Mr Verhagen
A very nice holiday home with all amenities in a fantastic location.
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Mrs Platts
We had a wonderful Easter break at this cottage. We were two couples and three children (6, 7 and 10) and it was ideal. We were very disappointed initially to find there was no log burner or fire at the house. The description mentioned two original fireplaces which we assumed meant there was a fire but this is not the case. I’d suggest they make this clear to guest by adding ‘ornamental’ to the listing to avoid disappointing those looking to huddle round the fire when it’s chilly. Aside from this the house was ideal. Full of character, cosy, clean and well equipped. Sometimes holiday cottages can lack soul and warmth but this house has that in abundance. The kids absolutely loved it and spent most of the time up the tree in the garden and building dens, and when inside, hide and seek. Great location too. Though if you plan to Whitstable for a meal I’d suggest booking ahead and leave plenty of time to find parking. Leeds castle in Maidstone was a fantastic day out, although there is plenty to do on the doorstep too.