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Ideal for walkers the North Downs Way is close to this comfortable cottage.

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Exterior
TV, DVD player
TV, DVD player
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Bodsham, near Canterbury
  • Kent Downs
    8 min drive
  • Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens
    10 min drive
  • Canterbury Cathedral
    15 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend)
    112 min drive

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About the area

Ashford

Located in Ashford, this cottage is in a rural location, a 5-minute drive from Wye National Nature Reserve and 8 minutes from Kent Downs. .This cottage is 8 mi (12.9 km) from Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens and 10.8 mi (17.3 km) from Canterbury Cathedral.

What's nearby

  • Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens - 10 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Port Lympne Wild Animal Park - 11 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Ashford Designer Outlet - 12 min drive - 16.9 km
  • University of Kent - 15 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Canterbury Cathedral - 15 min drive - 17.4 km

Getting around

  • Wye Station - 7 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 112 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Gatekeeper - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Rose & Crown - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Old Mill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Coach & Horses - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Woolpack Inn - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Ideal for walkers the North Downs Way is close to this comfortable cottage.

Ideal for walkers the North Downs Way is close to this comfortable cottage.. All on the Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview TV, Bluray Player, DVDs
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Electric air source heat pump with radiators, electricity, bed linen, towels and fibre-optic Wi-Fi included. Front lawned garden and back garden with two patios and garden furniture. BBQ (only available in summer). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: Families, couples and holidaymakers only. No children under 10 years old. . The 17th-century smithy is situated in the heart of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the quiet hamlet of Bodsham on the Kent Downs. A rolling landscape of fields and woodlands surround the area.
The Smithy is within easy access of a network of footpaths and bridleways including the North Downs Way, allowing you to explore the area and the numerous pubs that are within walking distance. The owner has thoughtfully provided walking maps for local walks. The picturesque village of Wye (nearest shop) is 4 miles away, Canterbury 8 miles, Hythe (beach) 12 miles, Euro Tunnel 12 miles, Ashford 10 miles (with a high-speed train to London in 37 minutes).
Smithy, standing detached, is a comfortable, attractive, single-storey cottage, presented to a high standard with character retained outside and in. The Smithy has two patio gardens with flowerbeds, one ideally situated for sunrise and the other for sunset, both provided with garden furniture. A barbecue is provided in the summer months. To the south-facing front of The Smithy is an open lawn area. Off road private parking is provided for two cars. Beach 12 miles. Shop and restaurant 4 miles.
Free WiFi

Families or couples only.
Holidaymakers only.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private furnished balcony/patio. Conveniences include a microwave and a washing machine.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Cottages.com

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

2 Bedroom Accommodation in Bodsham, Near Canterbury Ashford
su-PP5-PP5

Ideal for walkers the North Downs Way is close to this comfortable cottage. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024