Grooms Cottage

Grooms Cottage, Near Alkham

Looking across woodland (a sea of bluebells come late Spring!) and the owner’s vineyard just beyond, you are set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. There are some fantastic walks to be had right from the cottage with the critically acclaimed Marquis restaurant and Alkham village barely a mile away. The cottage has been tastefully furnished to a contemporary quality finish. There is also a shared terrace and lawn outdoor space with outdoor furniture.

The Cottage

Through the front door, you are greeted with the open plan kitchen, dining and lounge area. The kitchen is spacious, modern and well equipped, including a dishwasher and washing machine, electric oven and hob. Dining for 4 persons and plenty of comfortable lounge seating with feature electric fire and Freeview TV. Upstairs are the 2 bedrooms, both with en-suite shower rooms, the master includes a king size double bed and the second bedroom has two 2’6″ single beds.

The Location

The countryside offers plenty of opportunity for walkers and pets, with public footpaths covering the surrounding area immediately from the property. Enjoy access to the neighbouring vineyard and feel free to get stuck in at harvest time in the autumn! The Marquis is often regarded as one of the best restaurants in Kent, sourcing local ingredients for a fine dining experience and is just up the road in nearby Alkham. Both Dover and Folkestone are only 15 minutes by car, giving good access to the continent by boat or Eurotunnel as well as a range of amenities and a coastline including the famous White Cliffs. The ancient city of Canterbury is within 20 minutes by car with great sights and shopping. London is under an hour away by high speed train from Folkestone.

Facilities

• Linen,Towels and utilities included
• Rural location
• TV with Freeview
• Electric oven and hob
• Fridge and freezer
• Dishwasher
• Washing machine
• Electric heating included
• Garden furniture
• Off-street parking
• Terrace and lawn area
• Wifi internet

Places to go

• Seaside: 15 min by car
• Dover: 15 min by car
• Canterbury: 20 min by car

Price in £ per week

• Jan 4 – Mar 28 £495
  
• Mar 29 – Apr 11 £550
  
• Apr 12 – Apr 25 £630
  
• Apr 26 – May 2 £550
  
• May 3 – May 9 £570
  
• May 10 – May 23 £560
  
• May 24 – May 30 £750
  
• May 31 – June 27 £595
  
• June 28 – July 18 £715
  
• July 19 – Aug 22 £780
  
• Aug 23 – Aug 29 £715
  
• Aug 30 – Oct 31 £570
  
• Nov 1 – Dec 19 £475
  
• Christmas/ New Year £750
• Can be booked with The Old Stables

Information

• No Smoking
• Saturday to Saturday bookings (flexible off-peak)
• Well behaved dogs permitted at £15 each