Orions Cottage

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House |2 bedrooms |Sleeps 4

Chilham in Canterbury

from £67 / night

£466–£686 / weekBookable online

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1 night minimum stay

Changeover flexible

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Key info  Balcony/terrace, car not necessary, private garden, no pets allowed

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About the home

Orions Cottage is a Grade II listed building. It dates from the 1400's when the village was a bustling place built on a hill leading up to the castle (still in private hands today) on one of the main pilgrim routes to Canterbury. The village has now been by-passed and offers a wonderful tranquil spot with one of the most photographed centres in this part of Kent beloved of amateur and professional photographers alike (not to mention the odd TV crew!).

Facilities

Further details indoors:
The cottage is approached from the village street and is on two floors. The cosy sitting room has many original Tudor beams; with soft comfortable sofas grouped around the open fireplace (the owner will provide a basket of logs in the winter). There is a TV and DVD player provided.

The state of the art kitchen has been refurbished with stylish white units and wooden worktops, slate floor tiles add to the cottage feel and with every conceivable appliance fitted, including microwave, electric cooker, gas hob, extractor fan and fridge; the dining table within the kitchen makes this the ideal place to cook up a feast after a day sightseeing. A door leads to the fully enclosed courtyard garden where you can sit and enjoy a chilled glass of wine or beer after a busy day exploring.

A staircase leads from the kitchen to the first floor where the natural rush carpeting and warm subdued colours so reminiscent of the ‘shaker’ style enhance this charming cottage. The master bedroom has a double oak bed and is beautifully complimented by the patch work quilt that adorns the bed, this room also benefits from a fitted cupboard offering plenty of storage space during your stay. The second bedroom also has a double bed with fitted wardrobes. The bathroom has a bath with hand-held shower, WC and wash hand basin, fluffy cotton towels have been provided for use during your stay.

Further details outdoors:
There is plenty of free parking available in the square directly outside the cottage.

Further details

This is a cottage so care will need to be taken on the stairs. A security deposit of £75 is payable with the balance of the rent. Pets are welcome. There is a £26.40 booking fee payable.

Conditions

A refundable security deposit of £100 is payable in case of any breakages/damage. Please note Friday changeover day (can be flexible on request). No pets allowed. Booking fee £26.40 is applicable.

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The cottage from the outside.

 

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The sitting room

 

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The cottage is located in the pretty village square

 

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The sitting room fireplace

The South East England / Kent region

Kent is known as the Garden of England in recognition of its attractive countryside and wealth of historic houses and gardens
Shopping facilities in Kent are plentiful with regular food and craft markets held in many of the towns and villages. There are extensive shopping centres in Bromley, Canterbury, Tunbridge Wells and Bluewater ( Europe's largest indoor shopping mall) and the world famous West End of London is easily accessible.
Kent offers superb opportunities for walking and cycling in delightful surroundings, including the North Downs and the High Weald. Knole Park, a magnificent 1000 acre deer park and home to the 16th century Knole House, can be found in Sevenoaks. Other sites of interest in Kent include Hever Castle, childhood home of Anne Boleyn; Leeds Castle, "The Loveliest Castle in the World", and historic Canterbury Cathedral.

The Canterbury / Chilham area

The medieval village of Chilham is a charming example of a picturesque English village, with its beamed cottages built on the hill leading to a pretty square with a privately owned castle at its heart. The village is within 6 miles of the cathedral city of Canterbury with its many historical buildings, winding medieval streets, variety of restaurants and pubs and a new shopping centre.

There are lakes on the edge of the village offering day and weekly fishing, horse riding stables close by and many wonderful walks through the surrounding countryside together with over two hundred acres of Forestry Commission woodland that surrounds the village.

There are many castles and historic houses to visit in the area including the beautiful and moated Leeds Castle, for gardeners, Sissinghurst Castle and gardens and for those interested in the Second World War, Dover Castle, with its underground operations centre. There are golf courses at nearby Belmont House (open to the public and renowned for its clock collection), and in Canterbury and Ashford. For further ideas, please look at our ‘Holiday Information' section on our website.

How to get there

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Map showing the Chilham areaReset Map

Leave the M20 at Junction 8 – Leeds Castle turn off. Take the A20 towards Ashford/Charing. At the Charing roundabout, turn left up the hill on to the A252 towards Canterbury/Chilham. Go through Challock, and straight over the mini roundabout towards Canterbury. About 4 miles after the roundabout is Chilham – take the turning right signposted Chilham Village.

Activities near Canterbury

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Rental prices

Prices for group size 4
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Period 1	8 May 13	25 May 13	596£ 596	342£ 342	342£ 342	1 Night
Period 2	25 May 13	1 Jun 13	666£ 666	-	-	1 Week
Period 3	1 Jun 13	29 Jun 13	596£ 596	342£ 342	342£ 342	1 Night
Period 4	29 Jun 13	31 Aug 13	666£ 666	-	-	1 Week
Period 5	31 Aug 13	28 Sep 13	596£ 596	342£ 342	342£ 342	1 Night
Period 6	28 Sep 13	26 Oct 13	536£ 536	306£ 306	306£ 306	1 Night
Period 7	26 Oct 13	2 Nov 13	596£ 596	342£ 342	342£ 342	1 Night
Period 8	2 Nov 13	21 Dec 13	466£ 466	264£ 264	264£ 264	1 Night
Period 9	21 Dec 13	4 Jan 14	686£ 686	-	-	1 Week

The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

Pricing for short breaks is calculated as follows: - 2 nights = 60% of weekly rent, 3 = 65% of weekly rent, 4 Nights = 75% of weekly rent (unless otherwise stated).

Short Breaks are not available for the periods 2nd July - 2nd September '11 and 21st December '11 - 4th January '12

£75 security deposit payable. There is a £26.40 booking fee payable.

Availability

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Availability notes:

Short Breaks are not available for the periods 2nd July - 2nd September '11 and 21st December '11 - 4th January '12

Please note that the changeover day for this property during high season is Saturday.

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