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

Cottage in Ashford with kitchen and furnished balcony

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Exterior
Dishwasher
Interior
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Nestled in the heart of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, The Smithy offers a comfortable retreat. Enjoy fibre-optic Wi-Fi, unwind with a BBQ in the summer months, or relax on one of two patios surrounded by flowerbeds and garden furniture.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

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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.

Cottage in Ashford with kitchen and furnished balcony
This smoke-free cottage features laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues. The cottage has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a furnished balcony. Added amenities include a kitchen, a washing machine and a dishwasher.
Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. This accommodation has kitchens with dishwashers.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished patio
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Single level property
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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

Rules

The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that 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

About the area

Located in Ashford, this cottage is in a rural area. Canterbury Cathedral and Chilham Village are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Ashford Designer Outlet and Capel le Ferne Farmers Market. Dane John Gardens and Hollywood Bowl are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like ecotours.
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Bodsham, near Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens - 12 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Port Lympne Wild Animal Park - 12 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Marlowe Theatre - 15 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Canterbury Cathedral - 15 min drive - 18.0 km
  • University of Kent - 16 min drive - 17.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Kings Arms - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald’s - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tickled Trout - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Stubbs - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ideal for walkers the North Downs Way is close to this comfortable cottage. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ideal for walkers the North Downs Way is close to this comfortable cottage.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ideal for walkers the North Downs Way is close to this comfortable cottage.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

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

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Wye National Nature Reserve and within 9 miles (15 km) of Kent Downs and Etchinghill Golf. Chilham Village and Willesborough Windmill are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

The Smithy was a lovely getaway from it all cottage but was also not far from the very historical Ca

The Smithy was a lovely getaway from it all cottage but was also not far from the very historical Canterbury and the seaside of Hythe, Dymchurch etc. We enjoyed the property very much, it was immaculately clean and beautifully situated in a hamlet on the North Downs. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

HELEN

Great location for walks, plenty of footpaths etc.

Great location for walks, plenty of footpaths etc. Very narrow roads in vicinity, ideal for cycling. Cottage warm and well provided for. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Lovely cottage in a peaceful location which is exactly what I wanted.

Lovely cottage in a peaceful location which is exactly what I wanted. Great local walks and within a reasonable drive of the coast, Canterbury, Leeds’s Castle, etc. A perfect week away. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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8/10 Good

John

A very comfortable cottage which is "away from it all".

A very comfortable cottage which is "away from it all". The countryside is lovely. The narrow lanes can be tricky if you meet a tractor. The local pub is not open every day and there is no shop, that I could find, nearby. The area is extremely interesting historically, with Dover, Hythe and Canterbury within easy reach. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Steve

Lovely cottage in beautiful rural location.

Lovely cottage in beautiful rural location. Would highly recommend Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret

We had a great time lovely walks straight from the door.

We had a great time lovely walks straight from the door. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Excellent stay at the Smithy.

Excellent stay at the Smithy. Very keen and comfortable. Very peaceful location and many opportunities for walks. Good communication from owners. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Lovely stay, very relaxing, comfy sofa and bed, nearby pub is great and very friendly although limit

Lovely stay, very relaxing, comfy sofa and bed, nearby pub is great and very friendly although limited opening hours, lots of walks and very generous welcome basket and homemade jam. Just what we wanted :)
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8/10 Good

John

The cottage certainly enhanced our visit to the area, but it was a shame that a) the weather did not

The cottage certainly enhanced our visit to the area, but it was a shame that a) the weather did not help and b) we had to cut short our visit. The cottage was enjoyable, comfortable, well equipped (although we did not use all of it and had meals out)
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10/10 Excellent

Jennie

Lovely cottage in a delightful rural location.

Lovely cottage in a delightful rural location.
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Had a fabulous holiday with a very warm welcome and some lovely goodies left as a gift.

Had a fabulous holiday with a very warm welcome and some lovely goodies left as a gift. Would highly recommend to everyone and would definitely stay here again
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Lovely comfortable cottage in a quiet rural setting.

Lovely comfortable cottage in a quiet rural setting.
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10/10 Excellent

STUART

Fab cottage in lovely location.

Fab cottage in lovely location. Really well equipped. Lots to do within 20 mins in all directions l.
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

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Excellent already booked to come back here
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10/10 Excellent

This the best holiday cottage we have stayed in and we have stayed in many.

This the best holiday cottage we have stayed in and we have stayed in many. Owners have equipped it for total comfort and relaxation. Little touches of toiletries and jam and milk, plus books and dvds were wonderful. Such a peaceful location with a great pub 2 minutes walk. But then only half an hour from Ashford terminal. We went to Brussels, 90 mins on train. Have already recommended and will be back as we plan another Euro star trip next year and this is a perfect base.
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8/10 Good

Alan

We had an enjoyable quiet week away at The Smithy.

We had an enjoyable quiet week away at The Smithy. The cottage was warm and the woodburner was lovely to put on in the evenings. The local pub was friendly and the food excellent. If you want a break away from it all, but within 20 minutes of 'civilisation' this would be an ideal place to stay.