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Darnley Lodge

Luddesdown, Kent
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Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Romantic
Internet access
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • A cosy, stylish cottage for two, nestled in the scenic surroundings of a vineyard and the Kent Downs
  • Bright, modern accommodation where you can wake every day to beautiful views
  • Within 50 metres of a local pub and within reach of Rochester and Chatham Historic Dockyard for days out
Property code: OC-D32118

Enjoy a stay in this recently renovated, one-bedroom, cottage that has been carefully created to offer stylish accommodation in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Surrounded by the vineyard's of the 500-acre Silverhand Estate, located in the rolling Kent Downs, a footpath beckons in every direction, so lace up your hiking boots and enjoy the stunning scenery. Local walking destinations include the lost village of Dode (2.5 miles), famously abandoned during the 14th century, or the National Trust’s Cobham Wood and Mausoleum (4 miles), where there are 190 acres to explore. Jump in the car and enjoy a day out to historic Rochester (6.5 miles), with its famous castle and cathedral, plus an array of independent shops and eateries. If you fancy something more challenging, enjoy a range of water sports at St Andrew’s Lakes (5 miles). Alternatively stay local and within 100 metres of the property enjoy a wine tour and a drink at the cellar door of the vineyard or enjoy a meal in the local country pub.

Step inside this bijou hideaway to find beautifully thought-out accommodation with everything you will require for your retreat for two. At the heart of the cottage is an open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner, where you can kick back and relax after an active day. Settle back in on the comfortable sofa and enjoy a good film on the Smart TV. Read your books, make plans or take turns at whipping up the next delicious meal over in the contemporary kitchen. This chic area has been designed to offer you ample food storage and preparation space as well as all the equipment you will need to assist you in your self-catering endeavours. Pull stools up to the breakfast bar to enjoy your romantic meals for two or flick through the local guide and discover many good local restaurants. When day turns to night and you are ready to retire, climb the carpeted stairs to the mezzanine level. Here you will find a sumptuous king-size bed and a skylight window through which you can gaze up towards the sky. Awake to wonderful, rural views and refresh yourselves in your immaculate, en-suite shower room.

Pull a bottle of chilled wine from the fridge and carry it out to the seating area beside the cottage on summer evenings. Listen out for the owls as the sun sets. There is private parking for one car at this retreat.

  • 1 king-size bedroom
  • 1 en-suite shower room with shower and WC
  • Electric oven and hob, fridge with ice box, dishwasher, washing machine
  • Smart TV
  • Seating area beside the cottage
  • Secure bike anchor point for 2 bikes
  • Private parking for 1 car
  • Shop and restaurant 2.5 miles, pub 50 metres
  • Ring doorbell on front door and ring floodlight on side of building over car park area
  • Arrival: 15:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

Sarah Powell

This property is personally managed by Sarah.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

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Reviewed by Robin 12th July 2025

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It was a privilege to be the first guests to stay at Darnley Lodge. It nestles in a quiet village, Luddesdown, near Cobham, and is very peaceful. It has been tastefully designed and finished to a very high standard. The kitchen is incredibly well equipped, and the shower wonderful. Becky made us very welcome and was really helpful. We thoroughlRead morey enjoyed the week which we spend exploring the area visiting four National Trust properties and the Historic Dockyard at Chatham, amongst other things. There are plenty of good pubs in the area for meals, including The Lion, which is about 100yards from the Lodge. We were also tempted into tasting the locally produced wine, about 150 yards from the Lodge. We thoroughly recommend staying at Darnlery lodge!! Hide

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