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The Bolthole

Biddenden, Kent Countryside

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  • Escape to The Bolthole and experience the Kent countryside in style 

You can book this property from:

  • £574 per week
  • £82 per night
  • 4 Star
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

Features

Beds & bedrooms

  • Bed linen provided
  • 1 king/super-king bed

Appliances

  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer

Bathrooms

  • 1 WC
  • Towels provided
  • En-suite bathroom
  • Wet room

Accessibility

  • On one level, no stairs
  • Ground floor bath/shower room
  • Wet room
  • Ground floor WC
  • Ground floor bedroom

Families

  • Cot
  • Travel cot
  • Highchair

Special Features

  • WiFi
  • Hot tub
  • Welcome pack
  • Countryside views

Nearby activities

  • Walking
  • Cycling
  • Fishing
  • Golf

Outdoors

  • Enclosed garden or courtyard
  • Barbecue
  • Private parking
  • Secure bicycle storage
  • Rural location

How far to ...?

  • Beach 22 miles
  • Pub 0.9 miles
  • Shop 2.5 miles

Important - please note

House Rules

  • Check in: 16:00
  • Check out: 10:00

Description

The Bolthole, perfectly described by its name, is a cosy yet spacious cabin for couples looking to escape to the countryside and immerse themselves in the natural world.  The cabin has been hand-crafted by its' owner using many energy efficient techniques to ensure you have a wonderful experience in the heart of the Kent countryside.  Floor to ceiling windows invite the outside in, allowing you to watch nature unfold.  The Bolthole has a clever roomy design with an open plan living area and fully equipped kitchen.  There is a linked seating area connected to the bedroom where you can sit, relax and read or watch the birds or the neighbouring sheep with open skies and wrap-around countryside views.  The interior living area is welcoming and comfortable with some of the smaller pieces of furniture having been crafted by the owner to fit perfectly into its surroundings.  Through the French doors there is a private decked area with outside seating and a fenced garden area with a hot tub.  In addition, there is also a central area with a utility kitchen which has two washing machines; one for the humans and the other is for your doggies towels and blankets, if they require a rinse. There is also a storage cupboard for wet coats and muddy boot and an outside tap for washing muddy paws.  The Bolthole is set amid 10 acres of land, predominantly farmland and neighbouring fields which form part of a working cattle and sheep farm. There are wildlife cameras set up all around, allowing you to nature watch, real-time on your TV.   Shop: 2.5 miles  Pub: 0.9 miles Coast: 23 miles

If The Bolthold and it's big sister, The Warren (CB666), which sleeps 4 plus it's own hot tub, are booked together, the hot tub at The Warren seats 6 so it’s definitely roomy enough for everyone!

Property all on one level:

Open Plan Living and Dining Area and Kitchen all with wood effect vinyl flooring
Entrance into linked seating area...

Living Area: with a sofa and side tables, rug, standard lamp, book case and Amazon Echo smart speaker. The TV signal is terrestrial Freeview. In addition to the TV, there is Digital Stream DVR (digital video recorder). This can be used to record TV programs to watch later.  There is an Android TV box. This enables you to operate android mobile apps and view them on the TV eg Youtube, Web pages or games. Xmeye and IP camera app will allow you to view wildlife and CCTV camera views. There is also a floor to ceiling window and French doors with stunning views. There is a dining table with seating for 2
Kitchen: has fitted units, gas hob and electric oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer.  A washing machine is in the shared central utility room, 70 metres away
Hallway Link: floor to ceiling window, easy chair, hanging for coats, shoe rack, binoculars
Bedroom: king-size bed, bedside tables with reading and side lamps, fitted wardrobe, dressing table with mirror, hairdryer, chair and French doors
En-Suite Wet Room: has underfloor heating, tiled with walk-in shower, heated towel rail, washbasin, wall unit with mirror and shaving mirror, w.c.

Garden: Fenced and laid to lawn with cut wildflower paths, a small decked area, a hot tub and outside bistro table and chairs, chiminea and a barbecue.  There's also a shared central utility cabin with a sink and a drying cupboard for coats and boots and two washing machines
Heating: Central heating provided by a mix of solar panels harvesting energy from the sun and oil fired boiler
Parking: Parking area with private parking, with lit pavement to gated property
Pets: 1 small/medium sized dog welcome, please bring your own dog bed and blanket.  Doggie towels in central kitchen for wiping muddy paws and external warm and cold taps
Notes: there are USB plug sockets. Towels for hot tub use are supplied. Cot and highchair available.

Out and About:

The Bolthole is 2.5 miles from the small village of Biddenden which has a recommended restaurant, The West House.  It also has a pub, The Red Lion, a tea room, The Old Bakehouse and a shop.  Biddenden Vineyards is about 4 miles away and offers tours and wine tastings and is Kent's original vineyard, producing wines, ciders and juices. There are quite a few gastro pubs nearby; The Three Chimneys, Biddenden, is in easy walking distance; The Milk House, Sissinghurst; The Bell and Jorrocks, Frittenden; The Bell, Smarden, all dog friendly.  Tenterden, with its tree-lined High Street offers some lovely shops, pavement cafes and restaurants.  It is also the starting point for the Kent & East Sussex Railway, next stop Northiam and onto Bodiam Castle, where you can wander around the ancient ruins. For serious shoppers the McArthur Glen Designer Outlet is 12 miles away.  The pretty neighbouring village of Cranbrook 5 miles away has a windmill, museum and offers an array of independent shops. There is coarse fishing at Cackle Hill Lakes in Biddenden and at the Hawkhurst Fish Farm, golf at Chart Hills, The Weald of Kent at Headcorn and at The Ridge in Sutton Valence. Hawkhurst also has a Kino cinema and a gastro pub, The Queen's Inn.  There is a cafe/restaurant at Bloomsbury's and a hairdressers, 1.5 miles away.  You can walk to Sissinghurst Castle and Gardens through the fields and further afield you can explore the historic town of Rye - 19 miles away. There is a Sainsbury Local in Headcorn, a Coop in Cranbrook, and Waitrose and Tesco in Tenterden.

 

Reviews

We had a lovely break at the Bolthole. The cottage was well equipped and very comfortable, the dog loved the enclosed garden and the hot tub was a real bonus. The owner was very helpful too. We would thoroughly recommend it!

Mrs S,

The Bolthole was very comfortable, warm & well equipped. A lot of thought has gone into the place, shown by all the special little touches, especially in the kitchen & bathroom. This was our first holiday as dog owners so we didn’t know what to expect, but everything our pup needed, we had at hand. Thank you for giving us a wonderful week.

Mrs C,

What a lovely place to stay. Could not fault it. Will definitely be going back. The owners should be very proud of what they have achieved a complete relaxing place to stay.

Mrs R,

Wonderful, host Andrew was lovely & very informative, area was was beautiful. The bolthole has everything that you need, bed was very comfy, hot tub was fabulous. We loved our week away, very relaxing chilled week, with a couple of short car journeys to a beach so our labrador Buddy could have a long run-around, he loved the beach & loved chasing rabbits at the bolthole. ( he never caught one) :) had few lovely walks in local woods too.

Mrs O,

We enjoyed our stay at The Bolthole very much. It really was a home from home. The attention to detail provided by the owners with regard to all amenities at the property for our stay was amazing, including the provisions for our dog - everything had been provided for our comfort. I am definitely planning a return trip and will be recommending to family and friends.

Mrs J,

Amazing break highly recommended we stayed at the Bolthole the amenities was to high standards will definitely go back

Mrs K,

Such a peaceful getaway in the middle of the countryside. The large picture windows meant you felt connected to nature even when you were inside. The place was so dog friendly - the enclosed garden, provision of dog towels, dog blankets, a paw washing station and more! Hosts were so accommodating and helpful, we had lovely break away x

Miss M,

This cottage was the best equipped and best stocked we've ever been to. Very comfortable in a lovely, peaceful location. Will definitely return.

Mr A,

We had the best week ever at the bolthole , it was an absolute dream inside is beautiful and has everything you need and outside the jucuzzi and chimney made it so much more special ,we are definitely going back . The dog loved the garden and they even had a wash to cool him down . Amazing place , a slice of heaven , we didn’t want to leave .

Mrs F,

This was the best holiday I've ever been on. My partner and I came here to celebrate out 5th anniversary, it was absolutely beautiful. The quality of everything was superb and i loved the welcome package when we arrived. My partner proposed to me infront of the lit chiminea under the stars. A very romantic location with some gorgeous local pubs to visit as well as plenty of walks. We would definitely come back.

Mr W,

This property is beautiful, the property is in a good location easy to get to things like shops and pubs, and restaurants, but it feels like you are a million miles away in the middle of nowhere whilst sitting relaxing in the hot tub. This property is equipped with more than you'd expect from a property the standard of everything is high from the quality of towels to the bedding and the luxury hot tub. I would return without a second thought and would love to also stay at the Boathouse their other property on the land.

Mrs W,

Exceeded expectations, was exactly what we needed and there was so much attention to detail, everything had been thought of it was an amazing, very relaxing break. Thank you so much to Andrew and Heather, will definitely be booking another stay soon!

Miss J,

We had a wonderful time at The Bolthole. Everything is so well thought out from the outdoor dog washing station (with warm water) to the bathroom amenities and welcome pack. We felt so welcome and at home! We were in the area for an event so didn’t get to explore as much as we’d have liked - We’ll definitely be back!

Mrs C,

Lovely stay, comfy and clean

Mrs Penny G,

Just back from a wonderful, relaxing few days at the Bolthole with my dog Jesse. Heather and Andrew at Plush huts were lovely, friendly and very welcoming hosts, and the Bolthole was everything we were looking for, from the accommodation with every need catered for, to the enclosed garden, which Jesse loved. The setting was peaceful and private, and within easy distance to explore some of Kent and Sussex. We would love to stay again. Thank you :)

Mrs I,

Wow, what can I say. From the moment we pulled into our parking bay, I knew I was going to love this place. The surrounding areas as you drive in are stunning and then the actual location is breathtaking. The huts are in keeping with the surroundings and everything inside has been carefully considered to make your stay as comfortable as possible, there is nothing more you could wish for. The huts are clean and bright with large windows to allow you to take in the amazing views. The hot tub is located to the back of the property to give you privacy and star gaze in the evening. We didn’t have a dog with us, but if you do, there are dog towels, beds and even a warm water wash for them at the end of a muddy walk. Maps are provided to allow you to explore the local area and the three chimney’s pub is a must visit. We will definitely be returning to this wonderful idillic venue. Thank you Andrew for being such a wonderful host too.

Mrs Eve F,

Perfect for a couples weekend getaway. It was quite peaceful and great surroundings. Facility were nice and clean. Owners were very polite and helpful I would highly recommend and would definitely return.

Mr Mitchell L,

Great location, good price, excellent facilities and equipment available in the plush huts bolthole

Mr Andrew M,

It was an amazing experience and would highly recommend going

Miss Kira L,

Location

  • Booking line
  • Mon - Fri: 9am - 9pm
  • Sat: 9am - 8pm
  • Sun: 10am - 8pm
  • Bank Holidays: 10am - 6pm
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