Title: Writers Retreat in the heart of Ashford Town 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 # Writers Retreat in the heart of Ashford Town Holiday home in Ashford with kitchen and patio ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101390000/101381300/101381242/3dbc99aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101390000/101381300/101381242/cce5f16a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101390000/101381300/101381242/b1841297.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101390000/101381300/101381242/5ef7fce9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101390000/101381300/101381242/8397d457.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In a charming Victorian home, you'll find the perfect blend of quiet retreat and town centre convenience. Enjoy a log burner in the open-plan dining/living room, unwind in the garden with views of St Mary's Church, or take in the sounds of its beautiful bells chiming every quarter hour. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Parking available - Pet-friendly £221 includes taxes & fees 24 Oct - 25 Oct ## 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. ### Writers Retreat in the heart of Ashford Town A quaint, quiet, Victorian home on the Ashford Church Yard. Just a 7 min walk from Ashford International Station. Walk just 1 min to the other side of St Mary's Church and find yourself immersed in the hustle and bustle of Ashford Town Centre. Built in the 1870's, the cottage has its quirks and creaky floorboards but is full of charm with a gorgeous view from the master bedroom towards the church and beautiful trees. Every day the view changes with the seasons. The space Brightly and stylishly decorated, a lovely 2 bedroom cottage with a small garden for you to enjoy, in an excellent central Ashford location. The house has an open plan dining/living room downstairs (with log burner), kitchen. Upstairs is the bathroom equipped with Bath tub & overhead shower and a large double bedroom overlooking St Mary's Church. The second bedroom has a Queen (Small Double bed) and overlooks the little garden. Whilst relaxing in the garden you will hear the beautiful church bells chime every 1/4 hour. Other things to note Parking! Due to the location of my little cottage there is no free parking at the house, however you can pull up very close for unloading and loading. Vicarage Lane car park is just around the corner, and you can book the parking on RingGo. Alternatively I can offer you free parking for multiple cars a 10 min walk from the house. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Area rugs in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Smooth flooring in public areas - Stair-free path to entrance - Thin carpet in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping centre ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Double-glazed windows - Garden - Recycling ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/527200/527123/4ec460cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ashford International Hotel & Spa Ashford - Pool - Spa - Pet-friendly - Parking included 8.0 Very good 1,005 reviews £77 includes taxes & fees 26 Oct - 27 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=527123&PinnedHotelID=527123&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48480000/48476100/48476079/c6151ece.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Central 4 Bedroom House close to town and station Ashford - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 8.6 Excellent 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=48476079&PinnedHotelID=48476079&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103550000/103540600/103540553/43b4f1ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Modern 2 Bedroom Apartment in Ashford w Balcony Ashford - Kitchen - Washer - Outdoor space - Parking available 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=103540553&PinnedHotelID=103540553&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112080000/112073600/112073567/f3017002.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Butterside House - Spacious Home with Hot Tub, Ideal for Contractors & Families Kingsnorth - Kitchen - Washer - Outdoor space - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=112073567&PinnedHotelID=112073567&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113960000/113952400/113952376/423623f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A tranquil farm stay in the Weald of Kent, 50mins from central London via PT. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8 Long-term renters welcome Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a first aid kit 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area Ashford is home to this holiday home. Hollywood Bowl and Cineworld Ashford are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Imagine Play Centre and Battlezone. Great Chart Golf and Leisure and The Reindeer Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking. [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%7C51.14835%2C0.87252&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=eYRJyRpnIThvIzkGXEGw6G1IpyQ=) Ashford ### What's nearby - St Mary The Virgin Church - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Ashford Designer Outlet - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - Willesborough Windmill - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles - Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens - 12 min drive - 10.5 miles - Gusbourne Estate Winery - 15 min drive - 11.4 miles ### Getting around - Ashford International Station - 9 min walk - London (SEN-Southend) - 101 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Low key Taproom - ‬3 min walk - ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk - ‪Hortons Drink & Dine - ‬3 min walk - ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk - ‪Greggs - ‬5 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Writers Retreat in the heart of Ashford Town pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). ### How much does it cost to stay at Writers Retreat in the heart of Ashford Town? > As of 18 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Writers Retreat in the heart of Ashford Town on 24 Oct 2025 start from £221.4, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashford-Hotels-Writers-Retreat-In-The-Heart-Of-Ashford-Town.h101381242.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Writers Retreat in the heart of Ashford Town? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Writers Retreat in the heart of Ashford Town? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Writers Retreat in the heart of Ashford Town located? > Situated in Ashford, this holiday home is steps away from St Mary The Virgin Church and Ashford Museum. Hollywood Bowl and Ashford Designer Outlet are also within 1 mile (2 km). Ashford International Station is 9 minutes by foot and Ashford, England, UK (QDH-Ashford Intl. Train Station) is 11 minutes. ## Have a question? 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