Title: Contemporary riverside retreat with views across the water and historic bridge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=90966986&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Contemporary riverside retreat with views across the water and historic bridge Riverside cottage with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Contemporary riverside retreat with views across the water and historic bridge ![Outdoor dining - Contemporary riverside retreat with views across the water and historic bridge (Aylesford)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90970000/90967000/90966986/ae0b7925.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Contemporary riverside retreat with views across the water and historic bridge (Aylesford)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90970000/90967000/90966986/d31cf7c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi - Contemporary riverside retreat with views across the water and historic bridge (Aylesford)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90970000/90967000/90966986/c179251b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker - Contemporary riverside retreat with views across the water and historic bridge (Aylesford)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90970000/90967000/90966986/dfa9b8c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Contemporary riverside retreat with views across the water and historic bridge (Aylesford)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90970000/90967000/90966986/9fb32efa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Contemporary riverside retreat with views across the water and historic bridge provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Outdoor space - Parking available - Water view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Contemporary riverside retreat with views across the water and historic bridge As featured on BBC Escape to the Country, The Quay Pottery is freshly renovated and set in a prime South facing position on the River Medway, close to the village of Aylesford. The terrace and full-width upstairs balcony overlook the river and the beautiful surroundings, which includes Aylesford’s famous medieval bridge. The property has been completed to a high standard throughout, combined with this unique setting, it provides the perfect riverside getaway. There is private off road parking for 2 cars and a small cobbled play area with an outdoor terrace leading from the ground floor lounge/diner and looking straight over the river. Downstairs is a contemporary well-equiped kitchen including dishwasher and washing machine as well as a double bedroom. The downstairs bathroom, features a whirlpool spa bath, hand held shower, w/c and basin. Up-stairs offers a double bedroom with a king size bed and access to a large balcony overlooking the river, attached is an ensuite bathroom including a roll top bath with hand shower, separate walk-in jet shower, w/c and basin. Also upstairs is a sun room with access to the balcony as well as a TV and a sofa bed, there is additional linen available to offer flexible sleeping arrangements if required (max occupancy remains at 4 persons). ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Jetted bathtub - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - On a river ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Golfing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Wildlife walks 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 ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18830000/18826300/18826252/c78f1ac3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Westciti Caroco Aparthotel Addiscombe - Breakfast included - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Laundry room 8.2 Very good 404 reviews £63 includes taxes & fees 23 Feb - 24 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-23&endDate=2026-02-24&selected=18826252&PinnedHotelID=18826252&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Apartment | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109790000/109789500/109789450/cebb422a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rochester Apartment-sleeps 4-free Parking Rochester - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Parking included 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews £148 includes taxes & fees 22 Feb - 23 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-22&endDate=2026-02-23&selected=109789450&PinnedHotelID=109789450&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![5 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117650000/117640500/117640448/34525d38.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tranquil Aylesford Retreat With 5 Bedrooms Aylesford - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Parking included [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-02&endDate=2026-03-03&selected=117640448&PinnedHotelID=117640448&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38400000/38398800/38398799/df32f754.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 bedroom accommodation in Wormshill Wormshill - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.4 Exceptional 13 reviews £805 includes taxes & fees 19 Feb - 20 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-19&endDate=2026-02-20&selected=38398799&PinnedHotelID=38398799&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111480000/111472600/111472527/19946f40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Modern 5-bedroom House-Medway- Free Parking- Sleeps 10 Gillingham - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space £360 includes taxes & fees 17 Feb - 18 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-17&endDate=2026-02-18&selected=111472527&PinnedHotelID=111472527&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102720000/102715000/102714918/8a2b96cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful re-imagined country chapel in peaceful hamlet Otford - Kitchen - Washing machine - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-02&endDate=2026-03-03&selected=102714918&PinnedHotelID=102714918&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105560000/105558700/105558642/62065293.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Modern Stylish Two Bedroom Entire Apartment Copers Cope - Washing machine [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-02&endDate=2026-03-03&selected=105558642&PinnedHotelID=105558642&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104410000/104401500/104401490/284626f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxe 5 Bed Bungalow In Snodland, Medway. 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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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Long-term renters welcome 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 ## About the area Located in Aylesford, this cottage is on a river. Maidstone Museum and Hazlitt Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Kent Life and Buckmore Park Karting. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Gallagher Stadium or Bauvill Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. 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