Guests say
The Haybarn offers a peaceful countryside retreat with beautiful views, friendly hosts, and charming farm animals. Guests appreciate the tranquil location, easy access to Rochester, Canterbury, and London, and the authentic farm experience. The cottage is cosy and well-equipped, though some furnishings and kitchenware could benefit from updating. Visitors enjoy the sunsets and the welcoming atmosphere, making it an ideal spot for a relaxing break.
Most guests found the cottage clean and cosy, though a few mentioned issues such as grubby sofas, chipped cups, and the need to wash pots and pans before use.
The location is highly praised for its tranquillity, scenic countryside, and convenient access to local attractions and London.
Guests enjoyed the peaceful environment and cosy atmosphere, but some noted that certain beds and furniture need replacing for improved comfort.
The cottage is generally well-equipped, but several reviews mention ageing furniture, limited crockery, and the need for some maintenance and updates.
Guests appreciated the friendly hosts and thoughtful touches such as fresh milk from the farm, though such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Spend your time relaxing and spotting an owl or buzzard and admiring the views across to Northward Hill rspb Reserve.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Ipod Dock, Sofa Bed (Single), French Doors Leading To Garden
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.
Private parking for 1 car.. 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.
Nearby points of interest
- Canvey Island Seafront
- Upnor Castle
- Rochester Castle
- Stoneacre (National Trust)
- Royal Engineers Museum
- Adventure Island
- Kent Life
- Maidstone Museum
Reviews (11)
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Aaron Whitworth-mcgregor
Decoy Farm Cottages – Peaceful, Comfortable, and Full of Countryside CharmI had a fantastic stay at Decoy Farm Cottages. The cottage was spotless, cosy, and really well equipped, with everything you need for a comfortable break. The location is beautifully peaceful, surrounded by fields, wildlife, and the unique marshland landscape that makes High Halstow so special.It is a working farm, and that’s part of the charm — you naturally expect a bit of mud, machinery, and the day‑to‑day life of a farm around you. For me, it added to the authenticity and made the stay feel even more connected to the countryside.The hosts were welcoming and clearly take great pride in the cottages. Every detail was thought through, and the whole place feels cared for. Waking up to quiet mornings and ending the day with stunning sunsets made the stay memorable.If you’re looking for a relaxing countryside escape with genuine farm character, beautiful scenery, and a cottage that feels like home, Decoy Farm Cottages is outstanding. I’d happily return and highly recommend it.The only little thing I would suggest is to have a mop and bucket in each of the cottages.
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Jacqueline Leonard
Lovely area nice place to stay but sofa grubby had to wash pots and pans before use (thrown better away) cups chipped and stained. The farm is great with friendly animals donkey horses ducks chickens and a goose. All the equipment inside I.e crockery, pots and pans need replacing. Only three plates so had to wash up every time so the dishwasher was an item we could not use.The owner very friendly although we did not see her til Thursday
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Carol Hopkins
Enjoyed our Christmas break, we have also booked for September 2026 for our anniversary. The milk straight from the farm, is a must. Owners are very nice, friendly and helpful.