Starvegrouse Cottage

Starvegrouse Cottage, Near Goudhurst

This traditional Kent farm dates back to the 16th Century and is set amidst glorious rolling countryside at the end of a one mile track in the heart of the Wealden Kent. This is a perfect hideaway for a relaxing country holiday. An perfect base from which to explore endless country lanes, visit stately homes, castles and delightful gardens which are abound in this area, or enjoy a long leisurely lunch in one of the many small village Inns. You may prefer to stay on the farm, feed the ducks, play tennis, enjoy the views, or walk in the famous and enchanting forest of Bedgebury Pinetum.

The Cottage

Starvegrouse Cottage is a charming restoration, originally a cowshed with lovely views across farmland to Bedgebury Pinetum. The cottage comprises one twin bedded room with en-suite featuring bath with shower over, w.c. and basin. There is an open plan lounge/dining room, with well equipped gallery kitchen. Also for your use is a working log burning stove and a sofa-bed to sleep an additional 2 persons in the lounge.

The Location

The farm is located right in the heart of the Kentish Weald, ten miles South East of Royal Tunbridge with plenty to enthuse a country visitor. The nearest shops are in Goudhurst, a charming old Kentish village with hilltop church, inns, tea shops and a great Italian restaurant. There are a range of top golf courses at Ticehurst, Hawkhurst, Cranbrook and Tunbridge Wells. Horse riding is also available close by. A footpath running from the farm gives direct access to the renowned and very beautiful Bedgebury Forest, with miles and miles of walking, birdlepaths and cycle routes. Bewl Water reservoir has fly fishing, sailing trips and many historic castles and sites are within half an hour’s drive.

Facilities

• Duvets and pillows with linen included
• Towels
• TV with DVD
• CD player
• Wireless Broadband available
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Microwave
• Oven and hob
• Dishwasher
• Washing machine and tumble dryer
• Garden furniture
• Private Parking close to cottage
• Wood burning stove, extra firewood can be purchased
• Barbeque supplied on request
• Tennis court, badminton net, croquet and unfenced pond on grounds
• Private garden

Places to go

• Sissinghurst Gardens: 10 min by car
• Seaside: less than 40 min by car
• London: 60 min by car

Price in £ per week

• Jan 7 – Apr 8: £470
• Apr 6 – Nov 3: £530
• Nov 4 to Dec 15: £470
• Christmas/ New Year: £530
• Winter short breaks at 75% of weekly rate.

Information

• One pet for extra £15
• No Smoking
• Saturday to Saturday