Title: Historic Cottage in village very close to Canterbury 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 # Historic Cottage in village very close to Canterbury Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio ![2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39070000/39063400/39063375/2085016c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39070000/39063400/39063375/746ab8f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39070000/39063400/39063375/0c235771.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39070000/39063400/39063375/beff99a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39070000/39063400/39063375/706f44d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of Bridge village, this charming period cottage offers easy access to a vibrant community with 3 pubs, boutique restaurants, and cafes. Stroll through beautiful countryside to reach Mahoneys coffee shop or Tadpoles cafe. Explore nearby Canterbury's Historic Cathedral or take a short train ride to London in 57 minutes. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Parking available ## 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. ### Historic Cottage in village very close to Canterbury Large 2 bedroom period cottage with outside space in a vibrant village geographically very close to Canterbury also easily accessible to London and France. Bridge village has 3 pubs and the boutique Pig Hotel has a restaurant, bar and casual dining. The Michelin Starred Bridge Arms with outdoor space and excellent bar snacks as well as exceptional menu, The Red Lion has a large garden and is child friendly. Both these pubs and the Plough and Harrow serve food and are in easy walking distance of the cottage. There is coffee shop- Mahoneys within 100 metres and there are some other cafes - Tadpoles and Mama Feel Goods that can be walked to through beautiful countryside. There is a grocery store, pharmacy, beauty salon and hairdressers in the village as well as tennis club, play park and health centre. Canterbury is 2.5 miles away with its Historic Cathedral, Marlowe and Gulbenkian theatre, many tourist attractions, shops, restaurants and bars. The train from Canterbury gets you into London in 57 mins, the train from Folkestone gets you to France in 30 mins. We frequently go to France for day trips. The train from Canterbury gets you into London in 57 mins, the train from Folkestone gets you to France in 30 mins. We frequently go to France for day trips and Jon commutes daily to London for work its that easy. There are buses in the village, Canterbury West, Canterbury East and Bekesbourne train station are all easily accessible. We have friendly local taxi driver details as well. Howletts Wild Animal Park is 5 minutes away, Port Lympne Safari park is 20 minutes away. Wingham Wildlife Park is 15 minutes away. Dover Castle is 20 mins away, Deal, Walmer, Rochester and Leeds Castle are all in an easy radius as well. The coastal towns and beaches are all easily accessible, Folkestone, Sandgate, Hythe, Deal, Whitstable, Broadstairs, Margate and Ramsgate. Vineyards and breweries we have Simpsons and Chapel Down Vineyard, Chatham Docks has a gin and whisky distillery and there are Breweries in Faversham and Ashford. These all offer drinks and dining packages. Other local attractions include the Dymchurch Light railway, Spit Fire Museum, Quex Park, Folkestone Harbour Arm and Triennial Sculpture Exhibition and Artist Quarter The Turner Contemporary Museum in Margate. Dreamland and Diggerland. The train from Canterbury gets you into London in 57 mins, the train from Folkestone gets you to France in 30 mins. We frequently go to France for day trips and Jon commutes daily to London for work its that easy. There are buses in the village, Canterbury West, Canterbury East and Bekesbourne train station are all easily accessible. We have friendly local taxi driver details as well. This is a very popular area for cyclists as well with many dedicated cycle routes. There are so many walks in Kent we can happily provide maps. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car not required - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - 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 - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the city centre - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the marina - Near the sea - On a river ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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 - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74730000/74728300/74728277/91342647.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Old Schoolroom by Bloom Stays - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms Canterbury - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-27&endDate=2025-11-28&selected=74728277&PinnedHotelID=74728277&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46390000/46381500/46381451/5dd74c5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pet Friendly 2 Bedroom Orchard Cottage near Canterbury Chartham - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-27&endDate=2025-11-28&selected=46381451&PinnedHotelID=46381451&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96300000/96297000/96296989/15932d82.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Crippens, Scrumdiddlyumptious, Historic, Wood Fire,Parking, EV, Dead Center Canterbury - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 6 reviews £391 includes taxes & fees 18 Nov - 19 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=96296989&PinnedHotelID=96296989&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111870000/111860400/111860355/de46fc3d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy Family Home in Canterbury Canterbury - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-27&endDate=2025-11-28&selected=111860355&PinnedHotelID=111860355&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34060000/34052300/34052233/d3855dee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beach Retreat - the perfect seaside escape. 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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 Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited 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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 A car is not required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Historic Cottage in Village Very Close to Canterbury Canterbury ## About the area ![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%7C51.24659%2C1.12462&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Ypni7xNX0-s5u864bYlTYkqVnno=) Bridge, ENG #### What's nearby - Howletts Zoo - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles - Howletts Wild Animal Park - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles - Marlowe Theatre - 7 min drive - 4.7 miles - Canterbury Cathedral - 7 min drive - 5.1 miles - University of Kent - 10 min drive - 5.8 miles #### Getting around - Canterbury Bekesbourne Station - 3 min drive - London (SEN-Southend) - 95 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Bridge Arms - ‬1 min walk - ‪Mobile Fish And Chips - ‬6 min drive - ‪Oriole cafe - ‬4 min drive - ‪Two Sawyers - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Red Lion - ‬3 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Historic Cottage in village very close to Canterbury pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Historic Cottage in village very close to Canterbury? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Historic Cottage in village very close to Canterbury? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Historic Cottage in village very close to Canterbury? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Historic Cottage in village very close to Canterbury located? > This family-friendly Canterbury holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Howletts Zoo and Kent Downs. Howletts Wild Animal Park and Dane John Gardens are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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