English country holiday cottages to rent

Self-catering holiday cottages in Maidstone, Kent

Maidstone is the county town of Kent and the gateway to the Kent Downs, an Area of Outstanding Beauty that sweeps down to the busy port of Dover. Its most-famous landmark is possibly the impressive Leeds Castle, sitting in over 500 acres of parkland that includes a maze made from hedges, an exciting tree top walkway and a working falconry. The River Medway runs through the town on which you can enjoy a river cruise aboard one of the Kentish Lady cruise boats. Other must-see attractions include the Hedcorn Aerodrome, Teapot Island, Mote and Buckmore Park (the latter having a karting circuit) and Kent Life Heritage, all attractions highly suitable for all ages. There’s also plenty of choice when it comes to cycling or walking routes to enjoy.

Unique holiday large houses, Kentish Oast Houses, 15th-century cottages, apartments in the grounds of grounds of Leeds Castle all make for the best choice of self-catering holiday accommodation in the area - just look and see:

Dog friendly holiday cottage in Hollingbourne with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year, Swimming Pool, Swimming Pool - Outdoor, Swimming Pool - Shared.

Well equipped

Exterior | Kingfisher Oast - Penn Estate, Hollingbourne

Kingfisher Oast, Hollingbourne, Kent, ME17 1UN.

Kingfisher Oast sits within the landscaped grounds of the owner’s estate, with a shared outdoor heated swimming pool.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Swimming Pool
  • Swimming Pool - Outdoor
  • Swimming Pool - Shared
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Rental cottage in Wormshill with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6 + 1 Baby. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Great quality

Impressive mezzanine sitting room | Norwood Barn, Wormshill

Norwood Barn, Wormshill, Kent, ME9 0TN.

In the heart of the north Kent downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, beautiful old oak beams add warmth and character throughout this delightful holiday home.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Pets – not allowed
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Large house in Lenham with 5 bedrooms, Sleeps 9 + 3 Babies. Pets welcome. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Short Breaks All Year.

Good choice!

Four Poster bedroom | Home Farm, Lenham

Home Farm, Lenham, Kent, ME17 2HX.

A gorgeous, 600-year-old farmhouse with many original features, four poster beds, a music room and cinema room - you’ll feel at home at Home Farm as soon as you arrive.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Cottage in Hollingbourne with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6 + 1 Baby. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Short Breaks All Year.

Well presented

Exterior | Pilgrim Cottage, Hollingbourne

Pilgrim Cottage, Hollingbourne, Kent, ME17 1UW.

What a find in Hollingbourne. This delightful 1840’s beautifully furnished family cottage is close to Leeds Castle and just minutes from The Pilgrims’ Way footpath.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Cottage for two in St Mary’s Platt, Sevenoaks with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2. Pets welcome. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Good choice!

Open plan living space | Little Robins, St Mary’s Platt, Sevenoaks

Little Robins, St Mary’s Platt, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN15 8QS.

Pure rural charm in a nutshell. Set in a quiet country lane, this attractively furnished cottage offers extensive views over rolling countryside.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Romantic holiday cottage in Hawley, near Dartford with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2. No pets allowed. Pub within 1 mile, Hot Tub, Short Breaks All Year, Swimming Pool, Swimming Pool - Outdoor, Swimming Pool - Shared, Hot Tub - Shared.

Super

Exterior | Chestnut Cottage - The Cottages, Hawley, near Dartford

Chestnut Cottage - 27636, Hawley, near Dartford, Kent, DA1 1PX.

Pick up the Eurostar from Ebbsfleet just 10 minutes away to speed across to Brussels or Paris for lunch!. All on the ground floor. Open plan living space: With stone floor. Living area: With...

  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Swimming Pool
  • Swimming Pool - Outdoor
  • Swimming Pool - Shared
  • Hot Tub - Shared
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Small luxury cottage in Hawley, near Dartford with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2. No pets allowed. Pub within 1 mile, Hot Tub, Short Breaks All Year, Swimming Pool, Swimming Pool - Outdoor, Swimming Pool - Shared, Hot Tub - Private.

Great quality

Exterior | Bluebell Cottage - The Cottages, Hawley, near Dartford

Bluebell Cottage - 27635, Hawley, near Dartford, Kent, DA1 1PX.

An ideal retreat with rural walks from the doorstep or take the Eurostar over to Paris for a bite to eat.

  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Swimming Pool
  • Swimming Pool - Outdoor
  • Swimming Pool - Shared
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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Secluded holiday cottage in Bearsted, near Maidstone with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2 + 1 Child and 1 Baby. Pets welcome. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Good choice!

Exterior | Bearsted Barns - Church View, Bearsted, nr. Maidstone

Stables - 24734, Bearsted, near Maidstone, Kent, ME14 4NG.

With wheelchair access and all on the ground floor this barn makes a great base for touring The Garden of England.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Cottage for a couple in Bearsted, near Maidstone with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2 + 1 Child and 1 Baby. Pets welcome. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Good choice!

Garden and grounds | Bearsted Barns - Church View, Bearsted, nr. Maidstone

Church View - 24731, Bearsted, near Maidstone, Kent, ME14 4NG.

Perfect for a couple and offering wheelchair access. All on the ground floor. Open plan living space: With wooden floor. Living area: With wood burner, TV, DVD player with a selection of...

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Staying in Maidstone? - things to do

Whether it’s a meal away from self-catering at one of the many restaurants, cafes or bars, or you want to stock up the holiday cottage, Maidstone offers some terrific shopping, both indoor mall, arcade and street alike. It has a very impressive array of both locally-owned shops as well as national multiples, all vying for the attention of your wallet – in the nicest possible way! It is said that Maidstone offers the largest selection of independent shops in the country. There are also local farmers’ markets held regularly, selling delicious locally made foods.