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Self-catering holiday cottages in Kent

Christmas, Easter, summer holidays or simply a short break to Kent in the far South Eastern corner of the United Kingdom . Greater London to the north west, Surrey to the west and East Sussex to the south west. Across the Thames is Essex and across the English Channel is the French department of Pas-de-Calais. Kent has some of the prettiest villages with really quaint cottages - perfect for couples for large family groups to rent - picture scented roses and everything quintessentially English! You will find large barn conversions, mock Tudor houses, stone cottages, wooden chalets and cliff top coastal cottages for holiday lets in Kent - browse the list below and find the perfect self-catering property for your holiday.

Pet friendly accommodation in Staple, near Wingham with 2 bedrooms, sleeps 4. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Charming detached cottage | The Bothy - The Dovecote, Staple, near Wingham

The Bothy, Canterbury

This characterful and charming Grade II listed Kentish getaway is hidden in beautiful countryside, and enjoys a sunny private patio and enclosed garden.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Grouped Properties
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Exclusive self-catering cottage in Staple, near Wingham with 1 bedroom, sleeps 2. No pets allowed. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Fabulous cottage set in its own walled garden which is completely private | Gamekeeper’s Cottage - The Dovecote, Staple, near Wingham

Gamekeeper's Cottage, Canterbury

This Grade II Listed one-bedroom holiday cottage is set in a private walled garden measuring around a third of an acre, and is conveniently all on one level.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Grouped Properties
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
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Cottage welcomes dogs in Hollingbourne, near Maidstone with 3 bedrooms, sleeps 6. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Swimming Pool, Swimming Pool - Outdoor, Swimming Pool - Shared.

Wonderful holiday home | Moorhen Cottage, Hollingbourne, near Maidstone

Very comfortable

Moorhen Cottage, Maidstone

Nestled in beautiful countryside, within walking distance of a choice of pubs, this boutique cottage boasts shared use of a swimming pool and games facilities.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Swimming Pool
  • Swimming Pool - Outdoor
  • Swimming Pool - Shared
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Large holiday rental in Hawkinge, near Folkestone with 5 bedrooms, sleeps 9. Pets welcome. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Hot Tubs, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tubs - Private.

Gorgeous rural property with stunning views | Coombe Wood Coach House, Hawkinge, near Folkestone

Editors choice

Coombe Wood Coach House, Folkestone

Relax in the hot tub, settle down in front of the big screen in the cinema room.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tubs
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tubs - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Staying in Kent

The Kent Downs runs through the centre of the county and the High Weald is to the south. Kent, one of the home counties, is also known as 'The Garden of England' and has an abundance of fruit growers and more specialist hops.

Being by the sea Kent also has some important ports and towns. Dover is the most well known port in the midst of the famous White Cliffs. Deal, Ramsgate, Margate, Folkestone and Whitstable are just some of the seaside towns found in Kent.

Inland some the places to visit are Tunbridge Wells, Maidstone and of course Cantebury.