Entire home·Private host

Idyllic Country House, Hot Tub, Games Room, Tranquil Setting, Views, Vineyards

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Idyllic Country House, Hot Tub, Games Room, Tranquil Setting, Views, Vineyards

Terrace/patio
Exterior
Miscellaneous
Smart TV, fireplace, ping pong, books
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 12211 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Stone in Oxney, England
  • Gusbourne Estate Winery
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • St Mildred's Church
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • The Chapel Down Winery
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Rochester (RCS)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

Similar properties

About this property

Entire place

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

Idyllic Country House, Hot Tub, Games Room, Tranquil Setting, Views, Vineyards

Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, surrounded by fields & just waterways, with an abundance of wildlife on your doorstep and half a mile from any other house, you truly are at one with nature – the peace, tranquillity & relaxation experienced here is quite exceptional.

Formerly the home of actor Sir Donald Sinden, this luxury 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom holiday home, tastefully refurbished, has retained much of its original charisma and charm, blending modern comfort with the warmth and authenticity of more traditional furniture, fittings and antiquities.

Accommodating up to 12 guests, it provides a perfect setting for both cosy intimate get-togethers plus larger entertaining. Many other splendid family gatherings, as well as high profile guests, from fellow Thespians & Artists to Politicians & Royalty have been successfully hosted here over the years.

The main terrace, with accompanying hot tub and comfortable seating area has unrestricted stunning views, providing a relaxed entertaining space with all-day sun. There is also a generous Garden House with Games facilities,, including pool table, table tennis, table football, yoga mat, TV, WiFi and sofa bed, as well as a dedicated desk area for those all-important meetings (away from the daily rabble).

The closest town, Tenterden, is only 3 miles away. Named the ‘Jewel of the Weald’ and recently ranked the most ‘stylish’ place to live in Kent. Tenterden, known for its tree-lined High Street and stunning buildings, is a charming town with plenty of shops, sporting activities and other attractions.

A favoured spot for cyclists and walkers, the house is placed firmly in wine country with many vineyards & wineries within close proximity, including the well-known Chapel Down Vineyard its 2 AA Rosette restaurant, The Swan Wine Kitchen, just two fields away.

The popular local Ferry Inn is within walking distance, serving great food, local ales & wines, as well as award-winning burgers and a beer garden to view the incredible sunsets.

Small Hythe Place, former home of Dame Ellen Terry, is also within walking distance, with several other National Trust properties, including Sissinghurst Gardens nearby.

The historic town of Rye, expansive golden beaches at Camber Sands, Willow Farm Shooting Ground for a few rounds of clays, Headcorn Aerodrome (if skydiving is on the bucket list) and many more landmark locations are within a short drive. London is accessible in just an hour from the local railway station, a few miles away.

Please note the main house sleeps 10/12 guests, 10 in the five king or twin bedrooms. An additional 2 guests can be accommodated on two fold up beds in the main house and/or a double sofa bed plus fold out chair bed in the adjacent Garden House 30m away, with use of the main house facilities. On same day changeovers the hot tub may not be available until later in the evening on your day of arrival.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Smallythe Place. Enjoy features like a hot tub and an arcade/game room. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the vacation home.
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 4.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi (speed: 50+ Mbps)
  • 6 minutes by car from High Weald and 6 minutes from Gusbourne Estate Winery
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find a hot tub, barbecue grills, and an arcade/game room. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Julia

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Ping pong table
  • Games room
  • Books
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Recycling
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Unit size: 2271 sq ft (211 sq m)

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: There is a waterway next to the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 12
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Idyllic Country House, Hot Tub, Games Room, Tranquil Setting, Views, Vineyards Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

nilpa s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Weekend away with Friends.
What a beautiful place, quaint but with all the mod cons and very clean. The host literally had provided everything we could have needed. the best rental experience we ever have had. Beautiful views from the garden and hot tub. Quiet and secluded and very spacious for the whole group. We enjoyed our evening sunset drinks, the hot tub and fire pit in particular.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024