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The Barn Studio

Benenden, near Cranbrook, Kent
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Apartment
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Romantic
Internet access
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At a glance

  • Unwind and relax in this romantic, refurbished first-floor studio apartment
  • Magnificent views overlooking a large wildlife pond, surrounded by mature gardens and rolling countryside
  • Contemporary open-plan design for easy socialising with everything at your fingertips

Property code: OC-CB632

This bespoke timber framed barn has recently been refurbished in a contemporary style and provides a stylish open-plan studio, which has been carefully designed and styled making a perfect modern holiday base for two.  The property is accessed by an external wooden staircase, overlooking a large wildlife pond and is set within the grounds of the owners' home, surrounded by mature gardens and countryside views. The Barn is the perfect retreat in the heart of rural Kent with an abundance of famous gardens, including Hole Park - renowned for its bluebells, azaleas and rhododendrons.  There are iconic castles to visit and steam trains to catch and the Wealden towns of Tenterden and Cranbrook to explore. In the village of Benenden there is a lovely community shop/cafe, butchers and a pub offering great local hospitality which can be reached via a footpath from the property.  There is a self-serve farm shop directly opposite the property selling milk, etc.  This is the spot for the perfect holiday for two.  
Shop: 1.8 miles    Pub: 1.8 miles   Coast:  18 miles

First Floor:
Accessed via a wooden staircase with wood and rope handrails...

A spacious and light Open-Plan Studio Area with a wood floor comprising of a Sitting Area with a comfy sofa and armchair, a colourful rug, a coffee table, TV and DVD
Kitchen Area is compact but well designed and has a two ring hob, electric oven and extractor fan, a fridge with an ice compartment, microwave and cafetiere. Dedicated washer dryer available to guests in lower barn.
Dining Area has round painted dining table and two curve dining chairs
Sleeping Area has a zip and link super king size bed with bedside tables, a rug, a chest of drawers and shaker style hanging pegs with wooden hangers
Bathroom is tiled and has a bath with hand held shower attachment and shower over, heated towel rail, washbasin and w.c.  Bathrobes are provided

Garden: There is outside seating by a large unfenced pond, on the grass, to the front of the property, with use of a barbecue. 
Parking: Private parking next to the barn.
Heating: Electric storage heaters
Notes: Pets - This property is only suitable for smaller breeds

 

 

  • 1 super-king-size zip-and-link bed within the open-plan sleeping area
  • 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and WC
  • Electric oven and 2-ring hob, fridge with an ice compartment, microwave, cafetiere
  • Dedicated washer dryer available to guests in lower barn
  • Electric storage heaters
  • Welcome pack
  • TV and DVD player
  • Bathrobes provided
  • Property only suitable for smaller breeds
  • Outside seating by a large, unfenced pond, BBQ
  • Private parking
  • Beach 18 miles, pub and shop 2 miles
  • Located on the owner’s property
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

Carol Thompson

This property is personally managed by Carol.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 13 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Neline 24th March 2026

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We enjoyed our stay at the Barn very much. The studio is well decorated with a very comfortable bed. We loved the fact that we could walk straight from the garden into the beautiful English countryside. Would like to come again!

Reviewed by Sandra 9th November 2025

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This is a beautifully furnished and equipped studio x you even had a t pot which is my 'thing'

Reviewed by Anne 10th September 2025

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A beautiful location and a lovely studio . Very comfortable, clean and pretty, with everything you need. Rachel and William are very friendly and helpful. We had a lovely holiday

Reviewed by Peter 30th June 2025

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Excellent cottage

Reviewed by Simon 27th May 2025

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Lovely accommodation, we had a great stay, thank-you!

Reviewed by Debbie 21st May 2025

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We chose the cottage due to its proximity to the hospital where surgery was booked. The cottage was super clean, with everything you needed to self cater and the hosts were both friendly and helpful. A short walk from the cottage takes you to stunning forest walks which our Lavrador loved. Tenterden was only a 10 minute drive and has lots of lovRead moreely independent shops and cafes. We would definitely book again. Hide

Reviewed by Victoria 30th December 2024

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We were very comfortable and thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Reviewed by Andrew 13th October 2024

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Had a great say in the Loft, cozy, well equipped great base for exploring Kent.

Reviewed by Kafula 6th October 2024

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A really beautiful studio with everything I and my little dog needed for our holiday.

Reviewed by Petra 30th September 2024

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Lovely studio, perfect for a short stay. Very friendly host.

Reviewed by Andrew 25th September 2024

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The Barn Studio was the ideal setting for a relaxed week away from the normal day to day hubbub. The property was ideally equipped to accommodate the two of us, having everything we needed, it was nice to have the choice of shower, or bath in which to relax after a day exploring the Kent Wealds. Owners, Rachael and William made us feel very welcoRead moreme and were happy to suggest places to visit if we wanted. We enjoyed the relative quiet of the area and were lucky to have some lovely sunny days as a bonus. Most places we wanted to visit were easily accessible and within a reasonable driving distance. Bodiham Castle and Rye were particular favourites of those places we visited. Highly enjoyable break and we headed for home feeling nicely chilled out. Hide

Reviewed by Sylvia 10th August 2024

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Reviewed by Joelle 16th July 2024

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Well situated studio in an ancient barn with a view on the owners garden. Perfect for one or two persons.

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Location

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Original Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.