Guests say
The Cart Shed offers a warm, cosy, and comfortable stay in a peaceful rural setting, perfect for nature lovers and those seeking tranquillity. Guests praise the well-equipped cottage, beautiful views, and friendly, helpful hosts. The location is ideal for exploring Kent and is within easy reach of Rochester and London. While most found the property clean and inviting, a few noted minor cleanliness and maintenance issues. The presence of farm animals and occasional fresh fruit were appreciated, though not guaranteed. Overall, the cottage provides a delightful countryside retreat with stunning sunsets and ample opportunities for walking.
Most guests found the cottage clean and well-presented, describing it as spotless and comfortable. However, a small number of reviews mentioned issues such as dust, cobwebs, and the need to clean some kitchen items, which slightly lowers the score.
The rural location is highly praised for its tranquillity, beautiful views, and proximity to nature walks, while still being accessible to Rochester and London. Some guests noted the access road is narrow, but this did not detract significantly from their experience.
Guests consistently described the cottage as cosy, comfortable, and homely, with particular mention of comfortable beds and a peaceful atmosphere. The property is well-suited for families and those seeking relaxation.
The cottage is well-equipped with kitchen essentials, two shower rooms, and amenities for a comfortable stay. Guests appreciated the spaciousness and outdoor area, though a few minor maintenance issues, such as noise from the roof space, were noted.
Hosts are frequently described as friendly, communicative, and helpful. Some guests received fresh fruit and enjoyed meeting farm animals, but these gestures are not guaranteed for all stays.
About this property
Bird enthusiasts will be in their element here, with the chance of spotting owls, buzzards and egrets as well as other wildlife.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Ipod Dock, Sofa Bed (Double), French Doors Leading To Garden
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Private parking for 2 cars.. All properties: Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack. Enclosed lawned garden with sitting-out area, garden furniture and barbecue. Use of owner’s 140-acre fruit farm. No smoking.. Set on the owner’s working fruit farm, these three terraced holiday cottages, each with their own enclosed area of garden, offer the perfect base for exploring the natural beauty of this area. With views across the Northward Hill rspb Nature Reserve, a converted barn has been reborn as charming cottages with 120 acres of farmland adjacent to the heronry, the largest in the UK. You may also be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of the local barn owls, buzzards, egrets and the other abundant wildlife. In a quiet rural location yet only 8 miles from Rochester with a wide range of amenities, famous for its connections with Charles Dickens, or the cathedral city of Canterbury. The village of High Halstow is approximately 2 miles away and has a pub serving food, post office and grocery store. A perfect base for exploring Kent, the Garden of England and reaching London from Ebbsfleet for the high speed link. Ideal as a base for The O2, Greenwich Park, Westfield and Bluewater Shopping Centre. Golf nearby, varied cycle routes and fishing for trout in the owner’s reservoir (additional charge applies). There are free range chickens, geese and ducks on-site and opportunities to enjoy the blossoms and sample the fruits in season. The farm supplies high class fruit to many of the top restaurants in the area as well as the quality retailers and supermarkets. Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles.
Free WiFi
The property is located on a working farm.
Children must be supervised on site due to possible safety hazards.
Nearby points of interest
- Canvey Island Seafront
- Upnor Castle
- Rochester Castle
- Stoneacre (National Trust)
- Royal Engineers Museum
- Adventure Island
- Kent Life
- Maidstone Museum
Reviews (21)
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Confirmed Guest
needs a bit more love. otherwise excellent value.
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Kim Kemsley
Lovely Holiday Cottage’s very comfortable. This views are spectacular. You would need a car to get to places you see the farm animals would recommend to friends and family to say there. The accommodation has everything you need you don’t need to bring anything with you.
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Confirmed Guest
A cosy cottage in a quiet location. Lovely outdoor area- plenty of room for our son to play in. All amenities in the cottage that you require. There was no welcome pack as advertised though…The only other negative was the cleanliness of the cottage. We had to clean the fridge before filling as there were visible food crumbs and some of plates/ cutlery were dirty too. Also underneath and behind the beds were thick with dust and cobwebs so had to clean there as well. Great to visit Rochester and its castle. We did have to venture further out to see other places. Maybe some info about the local area could have been added in the cottage.