The Old School House, a delightful Grade II listed cottage in Woodchurch, Kent, offers a serene escape for up to six guests. This recently renovated property, once the village school house, showcases the beauty of 17th-century architecture with its spacious layout and beautiful beamed ceilings. The cottage features two double bedrooms with king-sized beds and a large attic room equipped with a small double bed and a single bed, making it suitable for both children and adults. With high-quality mattresses, a cot, and a z bed available, guests can expect a restful night's sleep. The bathrooms include a traditional bath and a drencher shower on the first floor, along with a ground-floor shower room, ensuring convenience for all visitors.
The cottage boasts a bright, fully equipped kitchen complete with modern appliances such as a gas and electric range cooker, dishwasher, and coffee machine, making meal preparation a delight. The dining room, featuring an inglenook fireplace, can accommodate up to eight people, perfect for family gatherings. The spacious lounge invites relaxation with its comfortable seating, wood-burning stove, and wide-screen TV equipped with streaming services like Netflix and Amazon TV. Additionally, guests can enjoy traditional games and stay connected with fibre optic broadband throughout the property.
One of the standout features of The Old School House is its large, picturesque cottage garden, ideal for outdoor dining and leisurely afternoons spent listening to birdsong. Guests can enjoy the garden's lounge chairs and steamer chairs, creating a perfect ambiance for relaxation. The location also offers easy access to local amenities, including a farm shop next door selling fresh produce, and two nearby pubs, The Six Bells and the Bonny Cravat, both serving food and entertainment. Families will appreciate the village green's children's playground and the nearby Rare Breeds Centre, which provides an engaging experience for children with close encounters of rare British farm animals.
For those looking to explore further, historic Tenterden is just a 10-minute drive away, featuring shops, restaurants, and a heritage railway that offers steam train rides to Bodiam Castle. The Chapel Down vineyard in Tenterden provides delightful tours and tastings, while Rye's antique shops and beautiful architecture are only 20 minutes away by car. The nearby Camber Sands invites guests to enjoy its golden sandy beaches. The property includes private parking for up to four cars, and pets are welcome with prior arrangement, making this cottage an ideal retreat for families and pet owners alike.
Self-catering cottage holidays in the UK and Ireland can still be a green option. You can have the comforts of home and the flexibility to do what you want; when you want - without the hassles of air travel!