Tunbridge Wells holiday farmhouse rental, Bells Yew Green with walking, beach/lake nearby, log fire, balcony/terrace, internet access

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Bartley Mill Farmhouse (farmhouse)

Home description

This beautiful 4 star rated period 4-bedroom farmhouse dates back earlier than the 18th century, yet has been sympathetically and stylishly refurbished to give a high level of comfort and luxury. The home is very well furnished with well-stocked bookshelves, television with DVD/Freeview and wireless broadband access, and a cook's kitchen. There are beamed rooms, an open fire and glimpses of the medieval structure yet we have equipped the house with all the modern equipment you might reasonably expect to find in a comfortable family home.

The farmhouse is on a quiet C road between three small villages on the outskirts of Tunbridge Wells, and is surrounded by nature and wildlife in the wooded valley of the River Teise. Besides the wonderful views of the millpond and distant fields, guests can see kingfishers, herons and mallards in the water meadows. The local pub at Bells Yew Green, the Brecknock, is a pleasant 30 minute walk through quiet country lanes or the Elephants Head at Hook Green does a wonderful Sunday lunch (5 minute drive and reserve in advance).

The house is a good size with a large open plan kitchen and dining room, the heart of which is the large 4 oven electric Aga. There is a limestone floor, elegant hand-painted kitchen units and granite worktops and a large French wooden dining table which seats 8 +. There is a cosy sitting room with a woodburner in which you can make a roaring fire, old oak beams and comfy sofas, leading through to the snug/study with bookshelves and wireless broadband access.

A particular feature of the farmhouse is the garden and the surrounding fields. Despite being a five minute drive from Tunbridge Wells, there is the feeling that you are deep in the countryside.

Bartley Mill Farmhouse is the perfect base for exploring the castles and gardens of South East England and having a relaxing family holiday.

Bartley Mill Farmhouse	View across millpond to Mill
Farmhouse front garden parterre	Farmhouse sitting room

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The South East England / Kent region

When you think of a relaxing British country holiday, do you envisage going for long walks through incredibly beautiful fields, collecting mushrooms or sloes, watching the local wildlife and returning to a warm Aga and toast and crumpets in front of a roaring fire? Windsurfing or sailing on one of the South East's favourite reservoirs or riding through bluebell woods? Watching village cricket with friends, a bottle of wine and a tasty picnic? Exploring Kent's world famous oldest houses and most beautiful gardens?

You will soon discover why Kent is widely known as “The Garden of England”. Be sure to visit Great Dixter House and Gardens, which dates back to 1220; Pashley Manor Gardens especially for its Tulip Festival in May; and Knole House, one of England's finest Tudor houses set within a 1,000-acre deer park, as well as take advantage of our lovely situation in such beautiful countryside.

Tunbridge Wells / Bells Yew Green area

Bartley Mill Farmhouse is just 3 miles from Bewl Water, the largest area of open water in South East England. The area is beautiful and has a wide variety of wildlife. Bewl Water is perfect for active individuals with plenty of outdoor pursuits. Some of the activities include windsurfing, sailing, fishing, canoeing, rowing, and an adventure playground for the children.

Tunbridge Wells is an excellent shopping area and is a five minute drive from the Farmhouse. You'll find most of what you might need, and there is excellent parking.

In addition, you can go horse-riding, clay-pigeon shooting, fishing and cycling locally, some of this from the back door! We are close by a footpath and bridleway, and set in beautiful countryside.

In the summer you can visit Glyndebourne for the opera, go to the Hop Farm for the Monster truck weekend, or visit Sissinghurst Castle and Gardens when their world-famous wisteria blooms. There is something for all tastes here.

How to get there

The house is situated off the B2169 between Lamberhurst and Bells Yew Green villages, and is 3 miles South East of the spa town of Royal Tunbridge Wells.

Driving directions from the M25: take junction 5 southbound towards Hastings on the A21. Follow directions to Lamberhurst village, leaving the A21 at the first Scotney Castle roundabout. In Lamberhurst village, following signs to Tunbridge Wells, turn onto the B2169 on the green at Lamberhurst. Passing the vineyard and Swan pub on your right, and later going through Hook Green and passing the Elephants Head pub on your left, after approximately 3 miles from Lamberhurst you will pass through the hamlet of Little Bayham. Half a mile further take the narrow turning down to the left signposted to Cousley Wood. At the bottom of this lane (Bartley Mill Lane) turn left on Bartley Mill Road for Bartley Mill Farmhouse. 200 yards on, you will see that the Farmhouse is the second driveway on the right after the small river bridge on Bartley Mill Road.

By train: Take the South Eastern line from London Charing Cross, Cannon Street or Waterloo East mainline stations to Frant. If necessary, change at Tonbridge or Tunbridge Wells. 50 minutes from London.

Activities near Tunbridge Wells

Facilities

Further details indoors:
*Cot and highchair available with prior arrangement, plus lots of other baby and child equipment and toys.
*Additional camp bed and/or sofa bed available with prior arrangement - so we can sleep an additional 2 people at extra cost should you require this.

Further details outdoors:
*Outhouse for storing bikes
*Garage available for clients' use
*Front garden is fully fenced, but rear garden overlooking millpond is not - please take care with small children and non-swimmers.

Further details

*Pets accepted, but restricted to kitchen/dining room and hallway and not allowed on furniture.
*Non smoking accommodation

Conditions

There is an extra charge of £50 per week in the winter for heating and the Aga and a free basket of logs is provided; this applies October 1st through April 31st each year.

A refundable security deposit of £200 is payable for lettings of less than 4 weeks at the time of booking.

Mobile phone coverage is poor, so there is a telephone available, at extra charge.

There is no booking fee to be paid, but guests must provide proof of cancellation insurance or buy our insurance at the time of the initial booking.

Booking deposits of 50% are accepted to secure the Farmhouse; the balance and security deposit is payable at least 8 weeks before the start of the booking. Please see our Terms and Conditions for full details.

Rental rates

Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
11 April - 22 May	26 Apr 08	23 May 08	995£ 995	249249	249249	3 Nights
23 May - 19 June	23 May 08	19 Jun 08	1050£ 1,050	263263	263263	3 Nights
20 June - 28 Aug	30 Jun 08	29 Aug 08	1100£ 1,100	0-	0-	1 Week
29 Aug - 11 Sept	29 Aug 08	12 Sep 08	1050£ 1,050	263263	263263	3 Nights
12 Sept - 25 Sept	12 Sep 08	26 Sep 08	995£ 995	249249	249249	3 Nights
26 Sept - 15 Dec	26 Sep 08	16 Dec 08	900£ 900	225225	225225	3 Nights
16 Dec to 30 Dec	16 Dec 08	31 Dec 08	1100£ 1,100	0-	0-	1 Week
31 Dec to 6 Jan	31 Dec 08	6 Jan 09	1100£ 1,100	0-	0-	1 Week
6 Jan to 9 Jan	6 Jan 09	9 Jan 09	675£ 675	225225	675675	3 Nights
9 Jan to 13 Feb	9 Jan 09	13 Feb 09	990£ 990	245245	245245	3 Nights
13 Feb to 27 Feb	13 Feb 09	28 Feb 09	1095£ 1,095	275275	275275	3 Nights
27 Feb to 20 Mar	28 Feb 09	21 Mar 09	990£ 990	245245	245245	3 Nights

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

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

During the winter months of October to April, enjoy a four night stay for the price of 3 nights. Bookable last minute only - within 7 days of the start date. Discounts for smaller parties. Ask for details.

Winter fuel surcharge of £50 per week during winter months 1st October to 30th April inclusive.

Refundable Security £200 deposit required with final booking payment.

Mobile coverage is poor here so there is a BT telephone line, calls charged at cost, available for use.

We accept payment via secure PayPal website by credit card or debit card, by Bank Transfer in Euros, Dollars and other currencies, as well as GB Pounds.

Availability

See below for next 6 months' availability - to see the next 24 months click here

Contact owner

To contact this owner please visit: http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/32440

Contact details for home 32440 Please mention Holiday Lettings
Name:	Juanita Rogers
Tel:	+44 (0)1892 891020
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