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Rural Retreat with glorious views, I hour from London. 4* Gold Visit England

Cottage in Royal Tunbridge Wells with kitchen and balcony

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2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Escape to Flying Horse Cottage, a stylish 4* Gold Visit England awarded retreat in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This rural haven boasts underfloor heating, a wood burning stove and two outdoor seating areas with glorious views of the surrounding countryside.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space

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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.

Rural Retreat with glorious views, I hour from London. 4* Gold Visit England

Cottage in Royal Tunbridge Wells with kitchen and balcony
This smoke-free cottage features laundry facilities and a garden. The cottage has 2 bedrooms and offers a DVD player and a balcony. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Guest accommodation at this cottage offers fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation is furnished with desks and dining tables. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include baths or showers and hairdryers. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

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.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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  • Parking available
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Thank you for helping us with our check out and we hope you've enjoyed your stay. After locking up, please return the key to the keysafe. Have a safe journey home. Best wishes Giny abd Andrew
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

The garden is not fenced and so children must be supervised outside as there is direct access to a pond and woodland.

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: No dogs are allowed (except for guide dogs)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Not suitable for children under 8 years of age

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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
Nr. Tunbridge Wells, Unknown

What's nearby

  • Eridge Rocks Nature Reserve - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Pantiles - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Tunbridge Wells Golf Club - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Assembly Hall Theater - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Groombridge Place - 6 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Eridge Station - 3 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ragged Trousers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Sussex Arms - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Old Auction House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Pantiles Tap - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Smith & Western - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rural Retreat with glorious views, I hour from London. 4* Gold Visit England pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Rural Retreat with glorious views, I hour from London. 4* Gold Visit England?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rural Retreat with glorious views, I hour from London. 4* Gold Visit England?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rural Retreat with glorious views, I hour from London. 4* Gold Visit England?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rural Retreat with glorious views, I hour from London. 4* Gold Visit England located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Eridge Rocks Nature Reserve, Spa Valley Railway and Pantiles. Tunbridge Wells Golf Club and Groombridge Place are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

Rural Retreat with glorious views, I hour from London. 4* Gold Visit England Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay at Flying Horse Cottage

The hosts were delightful and very helpful when there was a problem with the water supply in the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Stay

We spent one month in this beautiful and comfortable cottage. The views from the cottage are spectacular! We saw dear in the fields almost every evening. Truly delightful. Giny and Andrew, the owners, are extremely helpful and are so warm and wonderful. The location is near to tons of National Trust properties. We highly recommend this outstanding retreat! 5 Stars!!!!
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Quentin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

A very comfortable base to explore this area of Sussex and Kent. It was exactly what we had hoped for.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

A 5 Star review for a 5 Star stay. Cottage had everything we needed for a 5-night stay. Arrived to see a herd of deer in the field beyond the garden and they came back to revisit us more than once. Beautiful location within easy reach of forests, amazing pre-historic monuments and the beautiiful town of Tunbridge Wells. The Welcome and friendliness of Giny and Andrew added to the experience and thay also arrnaged for the weather to be glorious in March. If you want to stay in this area, this should be first choice.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana G.

A warm and welcomimg cottage, Giny and Andrew were perfect hosts, there for anything we needed

Spacious, very clean and comfortable with everything we needed. set in lovely countryside with just the birds for company, oh and the lovely pony just outside in the field. Lots of extra little touches including some herbal teas and fresh flowers on the table. The 2 outside spaces are great, one gets the sun in the morning and the other in the afternoon/evening. A perfect place to relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Communication
Great setting and wonderful facilities and accommodation
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just lovely

This lovely place with the most beautiful view was so clean and comfortable! Everything you could need or want! I very much recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful property

Great location, it’s quiet, clean, warm and surrounded by beautiful countryside.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent property

Great location, comfy property, lovely walking through the Broadwater Forest. Great communication with the owners.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillip S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant and restful

Good for short stays, close to Tunbridge Wells, good beds ( could have done with another blanket)
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francoise D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Séjour ressourçant dans le jardin de l’Angleterre

Le chalet est très confortable par son design, son mobilier et son équipement. Nous étions trois et c’était parfait. Il est situé entre une réserve naturelle boisée et de grandes étendues herbeuses. Tous les jours, nous voyions circuler une dizaine de cerfs et de biches. Et nous étions voisins de trois moutons :-) Endroit parfait pour se reposer au cœur de la nature et pour circuler dans la magnifique région du Kent.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding accommodation in beautiful countryside

My wife and I spent a brief honeymoon (4 nights) at Flying Horse Cottage. The cottage was clean, comfortable, well equipped, quiet, and just all-round lovely. Communication from Giny and Andrew was excellent. There are beautiful views from the cottage, good outdoor seating areas, and plenty to do in the area, including visiting historic Royal Tonbridge Wells, and lots of scenic outdoor walks to enjoy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful country retreat

Close to wonderful gardens (sissinghurst, Great Dixter) and historic properties like Hever castle and Winston Churchill’s home at Chartwell. Comfortable and well furnished.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Flying Horse Cottage heaven.

This property exceeded all our expectations. The host Ginny was wonderful. The cottage was lovely and well decorated throughout, peaceful, beautiful surroundings, very comfortable beds, great to come home to after a busy day out. Well, kitted out kitchen. Could have stayed a lot longer. Ginny arranged some flowers for our visit on request and we were not disappointed, they were fantastic. Would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A hidden gem!

This property is perfect if you are looking for peace and tranquility with lovely views but want to be near Tunbridge Wells. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend a stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and relaxing countryside break

The cottage is beautifully designed and thoughtfully laid out. Facilities for people with mobility impairments were appreciated, and the wooden balcony overlooking the woods and farmland a lovely touch - just a shame that the weather wasn't better during our stay. Good location in a rural setting, but close to Tunbridge Wells and main roads. Giny is a great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Herma v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect verblijf

Zeer mooie woning, zijn 5 sterren meer dan waard. Lokatie erg mooi en alles zeer verzorgd en compleet. Fijne bedden en goed sanitair.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

della h., Gt Yarmouth

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cottage

Idyllic cottage for exploring the beautiful gardens of Kent. Not too far from Royal Tunbridge Wells down a quiet country lane is this cozy cottage, comfortable seating area, equipped small kitchen and two double bedrooms one with enormous walk-in shower room. Had a very enjoyable stay and would definitely recommend as perfect accommodation to see the beautiful (when it wasn’t raining) countryside reminding you of the tranquility than can be found in The Garden if England
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hillary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect bolthole

The cottage is in a surprisingly quiet and secluded spot, is not overlooked and has beautiful views out across the countryside. It is easy access to local attractions. The photographs do not do it justice. Is the perfect bolthole to get away from the worries of the world. Hosts are excellent.

10/10 Excellent

Leela S., United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage in beautiful location

Well appointed cottage with everything we needed surrounded by beautiful countryside. Great communication with hosts who were really helpful. Well located for walks and things to do. Loved watching the birds feeding in the garden, including morning visits from a woodpecker. Visited the hide,, and though it wasn’t really the weather for bird spotting we did see the ponies!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

John W., France

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It’s was a lovely peaceful place

The first morning when I got up to draw back the curtains and there was a small heard of wild deer looking back at me in the garden, was something special. The place was so well equipped like a home from home.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Clive R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location for a restful break!

Excellent accomodation for 4 with two ensuite bathrooms. Very comfortable beds with the accomodation furnished for 4 with all that you would need. Visiting in January meant that we didnt take advantage of the outside seating but the views from the property are fantastic. Clean and tidy with friendly hosts happy to help in any way they can. Loads to see and do in the area with the cottage being well placed to visit the surrounding towns such as Tunbridge Wells with Canterbury and Ashford not that far away. The cottage has private access to its own bird hide. The surrounding area is a nature lovers paradise withsome great walks. We had Sunday lunch in The George in Frant, good food, good beer and very friendly staff. All in all a relaxing time was had after the Christmas & New Year festivities. Well worth booking!

10/10 Excellent

Armand R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very pleasant accommodation

A very nice place to rest, cook and enjoy the countryside.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

gay h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage

Great hosts. Wonderful location. Pretty cottage. Could not have been better. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dennis B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

excellent

excellent