Listed 17th Century Cottage in a pretty Kent Village - 20 mins to Rye and Coast.

Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
9.9 / 10.0
Outstanding(100 Ratings)

Cottage in Rother District

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

About this cottage rental

The Old School House is a Grade II listed cottage located in Woodchurch, a delightful village near Tenterden. Recently renovated, the cottage, which once was the village school house, is spacious, well-appointed and peaceful. So pretty, you almost expect Miss Marple to be there!

Built in the 17th century, the beautiful, beamed house (no low beams) has two double bedrooms, both with king sized beds, plus a large attic room with one small double bed and one single bed - ideal for children and adults alike. All the beds have high quality, new mattresses for a great sleep. A cot and z bed are also available.

There is a bathroom, with drencher shower and traditional bath, on the first floor. A shower room with fixed and hand-held shower, plus loo, is on the ground floor.

The bright, fully equipped kitchen has a gas and electric range cooker, dishwasher, microwave, coffee machine & large fridge/freezer.

The dining room, overlooking the front garden and with an inglenook fireplace, can seat up to eight.

The lounge is spacious with two sofas and an armchair, wood-burning stove (firewood supplied), wide-screen TV with Netflix, Apple tv, Amazon tv and Freeview, CD player, hi-fi (with Bluetooth). A range of traditional games are also available.

The house has fibre optic broadband.

One of the delights of this house is the large and pretty cottage garden, where outside dining on its large table is recommended. There are lounge chairs and two steamer chairs for those lazy summer afternoons listening to the birdsong and the church bells.

If you ever want to leave the house and garden, there are plentiful local and nearby amenities. Next door to the house is a farm shop selling locally produced meat, milk and vegetables. Two village pubs, The Six Bells and the Bonny Cravat, are a couple of minutes walk away, both offering entertainment and serving food. The house is opposite the village green, which has a children's playground.

Woodchurch also houses the Rare Breeds Centre where rare British breeds of farm animals can be seen up close - great for an all-day children's activity.

A post office, newsagents, Woodchurch Wine's vineyard, a heritage Windmill and the Woodchurch museum are all local to the property.

In the car, you are 10 minutes from historic Tenterden with its great shops, restaurants, bars and terrific heritage railway. Take the steam train to Bodium castle and picnic in the grounds, or book the very popular lunch or dinner Pullman services.

Visit the Chapel Down vineyard in Tenterden. Tours offer a delicious tasting!

Only 20 minutes away by car is Rye with wonderful antique shops, architecture and restaurants. Or Camber Sands offers miles of golden sandy beeches.

There is private parking for up to four cars.

Pets are considered. If you wish to bring a pet please give full details of this in your initial reservation enquiry or request. We will do our very best to accommodate them.

Amenities

Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

9.9 / 10.0
Outstanding(100 Ratings)
Summary of reviews
Beautifully decorated cottage with charming garden and excellent amenities. Superb host, perfect for a serene getaway in Kent.
From real guest reviews summarized by AI
10.0 / 10.0
Aug 2024
We had a very relaxing stay in the countryside in Kent. The old schoolhouse is lovingly furnished and full of character. We enjoyed the wonderful garden and were even allowed to harvest apples. Communication with Chris was very good. He responded immediately to all our enquiries and was always very helpful. Overall, we had a wonderful stay in the enchanting village of Woodchurch and can higly recommend the old schoolhouse.
10.0 / 10.0
May 2024
Absolutely charming cottage and lovely garden — we wanted to move in and stay forever!
10.0 / 10.0
Feb 2024
We (two families with teenagers) have had a wonderful stay in Woodchurch. Chris is a great host - he made us feel welcome in his house. Even before we arrived, thanks to his messages with explanation about the house & surroundings. We hope to visit this house again - in the spring or summer - so we can walk the public footpaths in the area. And enjoy the beautiful garden that belongs to this wonderful cottage. We loved it.
10.0 / 10.0
Feb 2024
Wonderful stay in every way. We'll be back!
10.0 / 10.0
Jan 2024
That was the unanimous vote from our 2 children and their partners this year when we met together from different areas of the U.K. and spent a week at this idyllic cottage. Beautifully maintained, super comfy beds and duvets, spotlessly clean and so cleverly laid out for a family gathering. (Although my husband and I arrived a few days early and we loved having the place to ourselves too!) Chris was a superb host, we had all the information that we needed and he even decorated the house (with beautiful taste!) and put a tree up for us! In the words of one of our children after the first night there "I think I've just spent the night sleeping on a cloud". They loved the comfy beds so much that they wanted to know makes of the mattresses and toppers as well as the luxurious duvets and pillows. There is every amenity you can think of in this place. The garden with it's fairy lights was lovely in the evenings - although we only viewed it from the warmth of the open fires inside as it was too cold to go out! 2 pubs within walking distance and lovely walks nearby. I'm a decent home cook and brought lots of my own kitchen utensils with me but I really didn't need them as the place was so well equipped. I do have cooker envy I must say. I can't recommend this place enough to prospective guests. You really won't regret your decision!
10.0 / 10.0
Oct 2023
Having pulled up outside the Old School House we were so thrilled with our choice. A bit of a tussle with the key pad and then - we were in! What a delight to walk through this cosy, tasteful and beautiful home beneath ancient beams and through gorgeous oak doors. Having rented MANY cottages over the years, this one stands head and shoulders above the others. Every comfort was considered- a fantastic range of spices, sauces and cooking appliances, sumptuous beds and piping hot water on tap, also an easy to control heating system - we couldn’t have asked for more BUT WE GOT IT! The cottage comes with Chris as a host, and what a host he is. He answered our few questions quickly and explained things in ways that two elderly ladies could clearly understand. I must confess we both hoped to meet him in person, as he sounds such a colourful and interesting character. Sadly this was not to be on this trip but in the future......? We enjoyed the hamper and have brought the English Sparkling Wine home with us for another special occasion (as one of our fellow guests had very kindly brought enough champagne to toast many more birthdays than the 80th we had gathered to celebrate) Woodchurch put on a show for us with Morris Men dancing in both pubs, the butcher's lamb was excellent as was the coffee shop. Jez at the local garage cured the car problems out with a big smile, and again, full explanation for these two old birds. What a week!
10.0 / 10.0
Aug 2023
There`s no need to repeat, what others have said before, but the house is extremely charming and tastefully furnished, while the historical charm is combined with all amenities you need. The garden is lovely and very well maintained. On top of that the village is idyllic and the pubs just around the corner are definitely worth a visit to relax after some sightseeing. So all in all that`s a gem and a perfect place to explore Kent. We really enjoyed our stay.
10.0 / 10.0
Jul 2023
Beautiful country cottage, furnished to a high standard in a lovely quiet village. Tranquil well maintained garden next to a church. Fully recommend.

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Rother District?

The average price for a rental in Rother District is £118 per night. This rental is £78 above the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Listed 17th Century Cottage in a pretty Kent Village - 20 mins to Rye and Coast.. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Listed 17th Century Cottage in a pretty Kent Village - 20 mins to Rye and Coast. pet friendly?

Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Listed 17th Century Cottage in a pretty Kent Village - 20 mins to Rye and Coast.?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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