Title: Luxury Country Cottage with Access to Swimming Pool Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Luxury Country Cottage with Access to Swimming Pool Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64680000/64672300/64672288/034e63e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64680000/64672300/64672288/620e0372.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64680000/64672300/64672288/f0b98104.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64680000/64672300/64672288/54fc46b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64680000/64672300/64672288/458f01a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Overlooking a tranquil pond, Heron Cottage offers a serene escape. Unwind in the beautifully beamed sitting room with French windows or relax on your private patio, surrounded by garden furniture and overlooking the countryside. With free WiFi, enjoy digital TV with Netflix in your cozy cottage. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - - Pool - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Luxury Country Cottage with Access to Swimming Pool Overlooking countryside and a tranquil pond (unfenced) this beautifully converted stable is situated behind a traditional Kent barn. It has been tastefully renovated and refurnished and retains some original character features. Heron Cottage has its own patio area with garden furniture. 36ft swimming pool, heated from May until September (exact opening date weather dependent). The cottage offers free Wifi. Although babies up to 6 months old are permitted, there is unfortunately a minimum age limit of 18 at this property. Heron Cottage comprises of a beautifully beamed sitting room with double glazed French windows overlooking the pond and its own patio, a sofa, digital TV with Netflix, radio and electric heating. There is a separate well equipped kitchen, shower room and a bedroom with a kingsize double – a large storage closet is in the hall way. The patio window leads to a private terrace, including garden furniture, which overlooks the pond and the surrounding countryside. A shared washing machine and dryer are available. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping centre - On a lake ### Things to do - Heated pool - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23370000/23360400/23360399/890132d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Riverside Cottage is a quiet haven for two. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property With Access To Swimming Pool Luxury Country Cottage with Access to Swimming Pool Ashford ## About the area Located in Ashford, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Tenterden Museum and Morgan Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Leeds Castle and Smallythe Place. The Reindeer Centre and Kent and East Sussex Railway are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding. [Visit our Ashford travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashford.dx4552) [View more Holiday homes in Ashford](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashford-Private-Holiday-Homes.d4552-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.10574%2C0.71766&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=UC0JC_-TACncXD1UEBU5X_g0oN0=) High Halden, England ### What's nearby - Kent and East Sussex Railway - 7 min drive - 4.6 miles - The Chapel Down Winery - 10 min drive - 6.9 miles - Gusbourne Estate Winery - 12 min drive - 9.9 miles - The Big Cat Sanctuary - 15 min drive - 7.8 miles - Sissinghurst Castle and Garden - 18 min drive - 11.3 miles ### Getting around - Ashford Pluckley Station - 13 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Pig & Sty - ‬2 min drive - ‪Bonny Cravat - ‬7 min drive - ‪Peggotys - ‬7 min drive - ‪Star Kebap&Pizza - ‬4 min drive - ‪Vine Inn - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Luxury Country Cottage with Access to Swimming Pool have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Luxury Country Cottage with Access to Swimming Pool pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Luxury Country Cottage with Access to Swimming Pool? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Luxury Country Cottage with Access to Swimming Pool? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Luxury Country Cottage with Access to Swimming Pool located? > Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of London Beach Golf Club, London Beach Golf Course and The Reindeer Centre. Biddenden Vineyards and St Mildred's Church are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Luxury Country Cottage with Access to Swimming Pool Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maureen O. 12 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great holiday We stayed in Heron cottage, our friends were in Mallard cottage. Both were very well furnished and decorate and immaculately clean. We had a vey comfortable stay, we loved the garden, pond and the immediate surroundings ##### Maureen O. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carol R. 17 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable and Tranquil The hosts were very welcoming, gave a full tour and made themselves available for issues through the stay. Heron cottage was beautifully decorated, clean and comfortable. The location is quiet, with lots of access to country footpaths, but close enough to a larger town for essentials. Thoroughly enjoyed my time there, relaxing and unwinding, and would definitely want to book another stay ##### Carol R. Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharon M. 10 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ransley Barn cottages haven We stayed 3.5 weeks and were really impressed with the cleanliness, the layout and the wonderful bed! Kate and Peter are kind and considerate hosts- easy to talk to and generous. There is off road parking, and a lovely garden that is so peaceful. Also to the rear of the cottages you can walk through a church graveyard with resident squirrels- that takes you through close to the village green, and the local pub which is excellent. Everyone was very friendly. The cottage had a well equipped kitchen, the lounge/ dining is plenty big enough for 2 people, and there is wifi- it was a bit dodgy on a couple of occasions, but a quick phone call to Kate, and they rebooted the system, so no major dramas. It is so quiet here too First rate accommodation- and very reasonably priced ##### Sharon M. Stayed 23 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### raymond o. 27 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Heron cottage high halden The cottage we rented was of the highest quality it was clear no expense was spared on fixtures and fittings the cottage was clean and very comfortable the kitchen was very usable with most mod cons The shower was excellent and so was the rest of the toilet Outside there was an extensive private garden with our own patio great for lunch in the sun I would absolutely recommend this property and the hosts without any hesitation ##### raymond o. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hélène J. 15 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Un cottage raffiné au calme Conforme à la description, rénové récemment, très propre. Jardin très agréable Propriétaires très attentionnés La piscine était un luxe ##### Hélène J. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gillian Cherry R. 18 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable stay Friendly welcome and personal introduction to the property, all amenities, garden and heated pool. Very comfortable stay, much thought went into making it so. ##### Gillian Cherry R. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael N. 3 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Heron Cottage Excellent property, everything was as advertised and we found it both comfortable and with a nice private garden very relaxing . Hosts were very helpful and location was good to access all local attractions within 30-40 minutes by car. Well worth a visit. ##### Michael N. 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