Shepherds Cottage in Canterbury
Barham 1. 3 miles.
- Max. Occupancy 2
- Bedrooms 1
- Bathrooms 1
- Accommodation Type Cottage
- WiFi
- Parking
- Garden
Barham 1.3 miles. Resting in the small village of Kingston, in the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is this detached cottage which used to be the village post office, Shepherds Cottage. Set over a single-storey and sleeping two guests, Shepherds Cottage is a romantic spot for a scenic trip to this part of Kent, within easy reach of Dover and Canterbury. You are welcomed to the property with sought-after off-road parking, and a front garden with a bench so you can take your morning coffee out into the fresh air whilst your furry friends stretch their legs. Stepping into the property, there is an open plan living space where you can cuddle up on the sofa to take advantage of the Smart TV, or rustle up a romantic evening meal to enjoy round the dining table with your loved one. Moving through the property there is a double bedroom with a great amount of storage space so guests can unpack their personal belongings, and to compliment this, there is a bathroom with both bath and shower so guests can get ready in their own style. Just a short walk from Shepherds Cottage, down the quiet country lane, there is The Black Robin pub which serves both food and drink, making for a great evening out while Barham village has The Duke of Cumberland, each accessible on foot. The surrounding AONB offers scenic walking and cycling routes, heading in all directions through hills and valleys, and among wildlife. If you like long walks though, the Elham Valley Way is not to be missed, where you'll discover history at each twist and turn.. Head North into Whitstable, Whitstable offers everything you need for an interesting stay - waterfront walks, ancient pubs, quirky shops, excellent restaurants and the beautiful stony beach and harbour. Shepherds Cottage is located centrally to most of the surrounding beaches. Heading north from the property, you can explore the cathedral city of Canterbury which is filled with history, from the Saxon ruins of St Augustine's Abbey, the Canterbury Castle and the striking Cathedral, to the the 13th century Westgate Towers Museum and Viewpoint which now has an exciting escape room inside. For a memorable trip to this stunning part of Kent, choose Shepherds Cottage as your base.
The village of Bridge is within the Kent Downs AONB and offers scenic trails for walkers, cyclists and horse riders, among wildlife, hills and valleys, as well as two pubs, a village hall and a convenience store. The nearby cathedral city of Canterbury boasts the ruins of St Augustine's Abbey, the 13th century Westgate Towers Museum and Viewpoint, Canterbury Castle, stunning gardens and bars, shops and eateries to suit all tastes.
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