• Entire home
  • Kitchen
  • Garden
  • Pet friendly
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Private Bathroom
  • Heating

The Bothy offers accommodations in Staple, 8.5 miles from Canterbury Cathedral and 8.7 miles from Canterbury East Train Station. Providing free private parking, the 3-star vacation home is 5.8 miles from Sandwich Railway Station. University of Kent is 10 miles away and Sandown Castle is 10 miles from the vacation home. With free Wifi, this 2-bedroom vacation home provides a TV, a washing machine, and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher. Towels and bed linen are provided in the vacation home. The accommodation has a fireplace. Guests can also relax in the garden. Canterbury WestTrain Station is 9.2 miles from the vacation home, while Deal Castle is 9.2 miles away. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 68 miles from The Bothy.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

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Property highlights

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 full bed
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
5.8
Facilities
5.0
Cleanliness
5.8
Comfort
5.0
Value for money
5.8
Location
7.5
Low score for Staple

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Cottages-com is home to a number of unique, inspiring collections, curated by our cottage experts. Each collection within the family offers something different, so that all holidaymakers can find the perfect break, wherever it may be and whatever they are looking for. As our name suggests, we love everything about cottages and cottage holidays. We’re here to help you choose from over 23,000 independently vetted holiday properties, not just in the UK, but across France, Ireland and Italy, too.

Property info

There is limited internet signal and/or mobile reception at the property. There are steps to the property. This characterful and charming Grade II listed Kentish getaway is hidden in beautiful countryside, and enjoys a sunny private patio and enclosed garden.. 4 steps to entrance. Ground Floor: Living/dining room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Open Fire Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Initial fuel for open fire included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Doggy extras. Enclosed, lawned garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. . All properties: Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Barbecue. Grounds (shared with other holiday cottages). No smoking. . The Bothy was built for Sir William Lynch as part of the Groves Estate in 1750 and was a gardener’s cottage and storage for carts. Following a sympathetic conversion, the detached cottage is now a wonderful getaway for families and couples, and dogs are welcome. The location is wonderful, with a pub close by in the village of Staple and the picturesque Wingham only two miles away. Sandwich, close to the beach and containing more listed buildings than any other village in the UK, is only 6 miles away. The cathedral city of Canterbury is also a short drive and is a lively place with plenty of diverse shopping, clubs and restaurants. One can even hop on the ferry, or Eurotunnel for a trip over to France. You will feel your cares drifting away as you cross the private garden and enter the cosy warmth of this cottage. A striking open fire waits on winter evenings, or you can sit out on the sunny patio with a glass of wine to enjoy a Kentish summer at its best. An abundance of walks are on your doorstep with a number of good pubs to finish up in. . Shop and restau...

Languages Spoken

Danish,German,English,Spanish,French,Croatian,Italian,Dutch,Norwegian,Polish,Swedish

Area info

Amenities of The Bothy

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).
  • Parking garage
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
Bedroom
  • Linens
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
Living Area
  • Fireplace
Media & Technology
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Private entrance
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Outdoors
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Building Characteristics
  • Detached
Miscellaneous
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
Safety & security
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Languages Spoken
  • Danish
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Croatian
  • Italian
  • Dutch
  • Norwegian
  • Polish
  • Swedish

House rules

The Bothy takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

No cribs or extra beds are available.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this reservation. During your stay, you can pay for any extras using Mastercard and Visa .


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note: Up to 2 pets are allowed upon request.

Please note that the full amount of the reservation is due before arrival. Cottages.com will send a confirmation with detailed payment information. After full payment is taken, the property's details, including the address and where to pick up the keys, will be sent to you by email.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about The Bothy

  • The Bothy has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 2 bedrooms

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The Bothy offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Check-in at The Bothy is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • The prices at The Bothy may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • The Bothy can accommodate this group size:

      • 4 guests

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Yes, The Bothy is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The Bothy is 2,150 feet from the center of Staple. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.