Rent Find self catering and cottages with a garden in South East England

Tufton Croft, Wittersham, Kent, South East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £397

Self catering accommodation in Wittersham sleeps 4.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Romantic Breaks • Pub near by • Cottage Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview:

Tufton Croft details

Tufton Croft is a charming detached weather-boarded cottage, set in a secluded location on the edge of the village of Wittersham.

Overlooking fields and woodland this cottage is peacefully situated at the end of a grassy track; yet only a short stroll to a cosy, dog friendly village pub, with good food and awards from the Campaign for Real Ale. The cottage is surrounded by enclosed lawned gardens, with heavily scented old roses and plenty of space for summer living, with room to kick a football around, and parking.

Lovely walks across fields and orchards are accessed directly from the cottage. For keen walkers there are hikes to Smallhythe Place (National Trust), the award winning 'Chapel Down' Vineyard and Restaurant, the Royal Military Canal, and the Saxon Shore Way.

Laurel Cottage, Calbourne, Isle of Wight, South East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £530

Self catering accommodation in Calbourne sleeps 6.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Romantic Breaks • Close to the Beach • Golf near by • Pub near by • Easy Walking Access • Cottage Sle

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Laurel Cottage details

Laurel Cottage is a charming detached stone-built character cottage in the quiet village of Calbourne on the western side of the Isle of Wight. Dating back to the 18th century, and peacefully situated in the idyllic and tranquil location of Winkle Street, this self-catering holiday cottage is cosy, comfortable and well equipped. The perfect rural retreat.

There is a crystal clear stream that runs from the pond at Westover House gate lodge opposite along the length of Winkle Street and beyond and is full of wild flowers and is a magnet for wildlife such as kingfishers, red squirrels and ducks.

Calbourne is on the edge of Brighstone Forest, and there are numerous footpaths within the forest and up to the downs that rise over 200m offering breath-taking scenery down to the sea and the chalk cliffs of Freshwater Bay beyond.

The Isle of Wight is one of the UK's designated Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and covers approximately half of the island and includes Calbourne. It is easy to see why most of West Wight is designated as an AONB with its unspoilt beaches, rolling countryside and picture perfect views.

There are more than twenty beaches around the island including several award-winning beaches. The closest beaches with Quality Coast Awards are Totland Bay, just 7 miles or 20 minutes by car and Colwell Bay, with its long sandy beach and stunning views out to the western Solent. The nearby Compton Bay (5 miles), one of the Telegraph's 'Britain's Best Beaches for 2011', is well worth a visit with its huge deep-red sandy beach and magnificent sunset views. The bay also offers good surfing as well as fossilised dinosaur bones and footprints.

There are numerous attractions for children and sporting enthusiasts making Laurel Cottage an ideal base for an outdoor holiday break to explore the Isle of Wight.

There are numerous pubs (many of which have good play equipment) and restaurants offering a wide range of meals, from the local pub, The Sun Inn (500m) catering for families, The Trendy Coast Bar in Cowes to The George at Yarmouth offering contemporary brassiere style creations making an evening out a really special occasion!

The Isle of Wight can easily be reached with frequent services from Lymington, Portsmouth or Southampton. Booking is essential to get the best prices and to avoid any delays.

The Old Post Office, Peasemore, Berkshire, South East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £443

Self catering accommodation in Peasemore sleeps 6.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Pub near by • Easy Walking Access • Cottage Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview:

The Old Post Office details

The Old Post Office is a charming late 16th century detached thatched property set in gardens of approximately one acre. The property retains many period features tastefully influenced with modern living requirements and comfort.

The property is located in Peasemore, in the beautiful Berkshire Downs, renowned for stunning countryside walks and horse racing/training. Peasemore is a village of approximately one hundred houses.

Church Elms Farm, Woodchurch, Kent, South East England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £658

Self catering accommodation in Woodchurch sleeps 8.

Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Games Room • Cottage Sleeps 8

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Church Elms Farm details

Church Elms Farm as mentioned in the Observer, is a Grade II listed period detached farmhouse set in four acres of land on the outskirts of Woodchurch village. Surrounded by a cottage garden, it has an enclosed barbecue area and open fields. The farm has a large pond that is fenced off, also a newly surfaced tennis court and a games room with a pool table and table tennis facilities.

On the other side of the village there is a Rare Breeds Centre.

The farmhouse is just four miles away from Tenterden town centre and seven miles away from the Cinque Port of Rye. Ashford town centre is eight miles away and the mainline station provides a service to London Charing Cross and Victoria, with the International Passenger Terminal providing access to the Eurostar.

Should you be interested in catering whilst away please contact Hilde-Marie Smith of Catering4Kent on 01795 229714.

Lidwells Coach House, Goudhurst, Kent, South East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £443

Self catering accommodation in Goudhurst sleeps 4.

Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Swimming Pool • Romantic Breaks • Golf near by • Pub near by • Cottage Sleeps 4

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Lidwells Coach House details

Lidwells Coach House is a converted detached holiday barn set in a rural position in one of the UK's designated Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty in Kent.

The luxury self-catering retreat lies half a mile outside the very attractive hilltop village of Goudhurst in the Kent Weald, east of Tunbridge Wells. The holiday rental cottage neighbours a larger property but has its own private entrance and large walled garden to the rear. Holidaymakers will enjoy wonderful views of rolling, wooded countryside from the large decked terrace.

There are three pubs and a shop in Goudhurst. Places to visit in this area of Kent include Scotney Castle, Sissinghurst Castle, Bodiam Castle, Bedgebury Pinetum, Batemans, Bewl Water and The Pantiles at Tunbridge Wells all within a 25-minute drive of the holiday property

The Salty Dog, Camber Sands, East Sussex, South East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £700 to £ 1200

Self catering accommodation in Camber Sands sleeps 6.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Close to the Beach • Fishing near by • Golf near by • Easy Walking Access • Short Breaks • Games Room

Accommodation overview: The Salty Dog is a three bedroom New England style seaside cottage at Camber Sands, Rye.

Just a five minute stroll from the dunes and miles of sandy beach, this modern property is furnished and equipped to a very high standard.

This beautiful East Sussex holiday cottage has a main bedroom with ensuite shower, modern well-equipped kitchen with large dining area, lounge, playroom, fully enclosed garden and garage.

The Salty Dog is both family friendly and dog friendly with the wonderful Camber Sands beach just a few minutes stroll away.

Phone enquiries: 07710 284381

The Haven, Ventnor, Isle of Wight, South East England

Sleeps 10
Weekly prices from £989

Self catering accommodation in Ventnor sleeps 10.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Close to the Beach • Golf near by • Pub near by • Cottage Sleeps 10

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The Haven details

The Haven is a luxuriously appointed, detached holiday house located in the south of the Isle of Wight within an area known for its Mediterranean-style climate and areas of natural beauty.

There is plenty to see and do in the Isle of Wight. The secluded Steephill Cove is a five minute stroll away, and the Ventnor Botanical Gardens with a modern visitor centre, incorporating regular local art displays and exhibitions, is just a couple of minutes' walk away. The gardens also have a restaurant and a children's play park. An ideal location for an outdoor break, the Isle of Wight coastal path walks are within a minute's walk of the Haven.

Ventnor seafront offers various places to eat, a popular beach which is good for sunbathing and swimming, a selection of shops and amusements, and plenty of car parking.

The luxury self catering rental can accommodate 10 guests, using the two full height pull-out beds in the twin bedroom.

Bakers Farm Oast, Ticehurst, East Sussex, South East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £346

Self catering accommodation in Ticehurst sleeps 4.

Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Romantic Breaks • Fishing near by • Golf near by • Pub near by • Easy Walking Access R

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Bakers Farm Oast details

A beautiful detached oast house, recently converted, and furnished to a high standard. Set in a rural position in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the Sussex/Kent border. Located within the grounds of a larger property, the oast has its own private and spacious lawned garden overlooking the surrounding fields and paddocks. There is a south-west facing terrace, perfect for outside dining and barbecues. The pond to the side of the oast is not for guest use and is fenced off and safe for children. Wildlife is abundant, and sightings have included deer, foxes, badgers, and many species of birds including kingfishers, and barn owls.

Ideally located just 10 minutes walk by footpath from Bewl Water, the largest lake in the south-east of England. With a 13 mile circular path, Bewl offers beautiful waterside walks all year round and is very popular for birdwatching. The perimeter path is also open to horses and cycles in the summer months (usually from April to October). The lake offers great sporting facilities including sailing, windsurfing, rowing, canoeing and one of the country’s top trout fisheries.

For golfers, Dale Hill Golf Club is just 5 minutes drive away and offers 2 18-hole courses in 350 acres. Dale Hill also benefits from a leisure club with gym and indoor pool. Both the golf and leisure clubs are open to day members.

There are two country pubs, both full of character and within walking distance – The Bull, 5 minutes away in the hamlet of Three Leg Cross and The Bell, 20 minutes away in the village of Ticehurst, both serving very good local food, wines and beers. Ticehurst also boasts a general store, Post Office, artisan bakery, greengrocer, cafe and art gallery. The Bell has a pop-up fishmongers on a Saturday. A Michelin starred restaurant is within 15 minutes drive www.thecurlewrestaurant.co.uk.

An excellent base to explore the many National Trust properties in the area such as Scotney Castle, Sissinghurst Castle Garden, Bodiam Castle and Batemans. Other local places of interest include Bedgebury Forest (home to the National Pinetum plus extensive cycling trails and Go Ape), Pashley Manor Gardens, Hush Heath and Chapel Down Vineyards. The spa town of Tunbridge Wells is a 20 minute drive, and Camber Sands and the Cinq Ports town of Rye are 40 minutes drive away.

The village of Wadhurst is a 10 minute drive away, offering a variety of shops including a small supermarket, a butchers and an excellent wine merchant www.thesecretcellar.co.uk. Trains run from here to London in 1 hour. Wadhurst station is served by a bus running through to Ticehurst making it possible to come and stay at Bakers Farm Oast without the need for a car. For those arriving by car, the property is just 35 minutes from J5 of the M25.