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Hartley Dyke Barn

Cranbrook, Kent
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 3
Change Sat
No Dogs
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Family friendly
Romantic
Luxury
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Cot available
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At a glance

  • Quirky, charming barn in a rural setting with original beams, stone walls and a cosy wood burner
  • Open-plan living space fills almost the entire ground floor and glass doors lead to the courtyard
  • Paved courtyard with furniture and BBQ for private, al fresco dining

Property code: OC-CB594

Hartley Dyke Barn has been meticulously renovated to create an exceptionally well appointed holiday cottage in the grounds of the owners' beautiful historic house and garden.  Every detail has been carefully thought out to ensure a high level of comfort and the barn is ideally located on the outskirts of the delightful little town of Cranbrook.  It is the perfect base from which to explore the glorious High Weald landscape with Sissinghurst Castle Garden only a couple of miles away.  Also in easy reach are a variety of wonderful attractions including Scotney Castle, Pashley Manor, Bodiam Castle and Bedgebury Pinetum and the enchanting towns of Tenterden and Tunbridge Wells are close by.  Shop:  100 yards Pub: 2 miles  Coast: 20 miles

A few stone steps down to the front door...
Ground Floor:
The entire length and width of the barn is open plan creating a lovely sense of light and space.  The fine oak floors and well chosen tapestry fabric perfectly complement the original beams which give the Barn its special character. Glass doors open into a hall space with pew and small chest and wall hung cupboard and door to
Bathroom with corner bath and shower attachment, washbasin, w.c and washing machine
Kitchen has a wide wooden counter and electric oven with separate hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and plenty of fitted storage including a wine rack
Sitting Area has sofa, armchairs and coffee table and TV/DVD and music centre housed on stone wall that forms a useful and attractive shelf down the rear wall.  There is a wood burning stove and huge glass doors to the garden
Dining Area has large table and six chairs and storage cupboard

The staircase is an impressive feature of the room and leads to a balustraded walkway linking the upstairs bedrooms

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 to the right has twin beds with oak headboards which may be set up as superking-size if required, bedside tables with lamps, chest of drawers and built in wardrobes, small table with drawers and a boat shaped lamp and nautical prints, the seaside theme continues in the En-Suite Shower Room with fishy tiles and  beach hut hooks and a shower, washbasin, heated towel rail and w.c
Bedroom 2 has a countryside theme with zip'n link super king-size bed (which may be set up as twins if required) dressed in floral cover, bedside tables with lamps, dressing table, fitted cupboards and En-Suite Shower Room with froggy tiles and a shower, washbasin, heated towel rail and w.c

Garden: To the rear is an enclosed, paved courtyard with flower filled borders and pots with garden furniture and barbecue.
Parking:  A wooden carport is adjacent to the barn.
Heating: Underfloor heating downstairs with wood burning stove and radiators. The farm shop next door has a cafe at which breakfast and light meals are served.
Notes: Children by arrangement. Please advise if bed set up is required differently than shown above.The farm shop 50 yards away has a cafe at which breakfast and light meals are served.

  • 2 bedrooms - 1 twin, 1 super-king-size (both bedrooms have zip-and-link beds that can rearrange as either twin beds or 1 super-king-size bed - please advise at time of booking if preferred setup is different to those listed)
  • 3 bathrooms - 1 with corner bath, shower attachment and WC, 2 en-suite shower rooms with WCs
  • Electric oven with separate hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, wine rack
  • Washing machine in bathroom
  • Welcome pack
  • Cot
  • Wood burner
  • TV/DVD, music centre
  • Rear, enclosed, paved courtyard with furniture and BBQ
  • Private parking in a wooden carport adjacent to the barn
  • Notes: Children permitted at the property by arrangement only
  • Shop 100 metres, pub 2 miles, beach 20 miles
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Sarah Powell

This property is personally managed by Sarah.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 16 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Susan 29th May 2026

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Great week at this property, lovely welcome pack, super comfy beds and the owner was very friendly and helpful. Ideal place to stay to visit many gardens our favourites were Pashley Manor, Hole Place and Penshurst Gardens.

Reviewed by Alan 24th March 2026

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Very comfortable, well equipped and a very pleasant place to stay.

Reviewed by Angela 24th October 2025

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Reviewed by Henning 19th October 2025

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Just great place for relaxing.

Reviewed by Gordon 13th October 2025

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Reviewed by Jane 29th September 2025

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Quite comfortable but the barn was rather tired and in need of a spring clean - lots of cobwebs and dirty windows. Garden could have been tidied up! Response from holidaycottages.co.uk - thank you for taking the time to leave a review, we have passed your comments to the owner. The property was clean on last inspection.

Reviewed by Ruth 12th September 2025

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A beautiful converted barn which was the perfect location for sightseeing in the area. Very nice host who lives in the same courtyard. Good facilities and utensils for those who want to cook and ideal for those who want both upstairs en suite & convenience of a downstairs bathroom/ loo We would definitely consider going back.

Reviewed by Holger 1st August 2025

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Perfect for a family well equiped and nice place for trips to the beautifull cities, gardens, castles and the coast. The Farmshop and nearby restaurants were perfect.

Reviewed by Peter 3rd July 2025

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Excellent location, appreciated the treats and good to have the owner on site. Farm shop coffee shop was very good with lovely views from the terrace.

Reviewed by Claire 23rd June 2025

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Great location for visiting the amazing gardens of the area. Attractive barn conversion, but a bit noisy out the back early in the morning as the businesses in the industrial units open up

Reviewed by Helen 2nd June 2025

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Very comfortable and attractive property, well equipped and laid out. Ideal base to explore the area, and within easy distance of shops and restaurants. Very friendly and accomodating host.

Reviewed by Stephen 28th October 2024

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Reviewed by Michael 16th September 2024

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This is a lovely historic property full of character and charm. The owners are very caring and helpful. The Farm shop is a real bonus and the Cafe very tempting!!

Reviewed by Niels 11th August 2024

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Great converted barn on a pretty location. Well equipped and plenty of bathrooms. Separate from the owners house with separate garden and driveway for 1 car. Friendly owners who are happy to help out and make your holiday even more enjoyable. Good privacy for the apartment though.

Reviewed by Brian 4th August 2024

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The barn suited our needs perfectly and was ideal for touring Kent Highly recommend it

Reviewed by Elizabeth 23rd June 2024

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Very comfortable and spacious home in ideal situation for visiting lots of interesting places. Really hospitable owners who couldnt do enough to help. The thoughtful welcome pack on arrival was much appreciated. We really enjoyed our stay although the immediate vicinity could be busy at times.

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