Title: Grooms Cottage - Countryside Cottage near one of the top restaurants in Kent! 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 # Grooms Cottage - Countryside Cottage near one of the top restaurants in Kent! Holiday home in Dover with kitchen ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33650000/33648800/33648731/a3f215cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33650000/33648800/33648731/973baf67.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33650000/33648800/33648731/13e6d69a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33650000/33648800/33648731/044a634b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33650000/33648800/33648731/59aab58b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Set in a beautiful countryside location, Bluebells Cottage offers an idyllic retreat with woodland views and the owner's vineyards nearby. The modern kitchen is well-equipped with an electric oven, dishwasher, and washing machine. Enjoy meals together in the dining area or unwind by the feature electric fire. 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Pet-friendly ## 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. ### Grooms Cottage - Countryside Cottage near one of the top restaurants in Kent! Looking across woodland (an ocean of bluebells in late Spring!) and the owner’s vineyards just beyond, you are set in a beautiful countryside location. There are some fantastic walks starting right from the cottage with the critically acclaimed Marquis restaurant and Alkham village not even a mile away. The cottage has been tastefully furnished to a contemporary, quality finish. There is also a shared terrace and lawn outdoor space with garden furniture. The front door opens to the open plan kitchen, dining and lounge area. The kitchen is modern, spacious and well equipped, including an electric oven and hob, dishwasher and washing machine. There is dining for 4 persons and plenty of comfortable lounge seating with feature electric fire and Freeview TV. Upstairs are 2 bedrooms, both with en-suite shower-rooms, the master includes a king size double bed and the second bedroom has two 2'6" single beds. ## Similar properties ![TV, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33590000/33581900/33581841/7cfc7667.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Well Equipped Family Holiday Home With Garden In A Quiet rural location. 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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. ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ## 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%7C51.14249%2C1.21238&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=GOwD7ePq77_vvKZTfvrhNpGqHdo=) Alkham, England #### What's nearby - Dover Harbour - 10 min drive - 6.9 miles - Dover Beach - 10 min drive - 6.9 miles - Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal - 10 min drive - 8.2 miles - Dover Castle - 10 min drive - 7.3 miles - Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal - 11 min drive - 8.6 miles #### Getting around - Dover Shepperdswell Station - 6 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Black Bull Pub - ‬8 min drive - ‪BLACK HORSE - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Boost Food Kitchen - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Clifftop Cafe - ‬6 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Grooms Cottage - Countryside Cottage near one of the top restaurants in Kent! pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). ### What time is check-in at Grooms Cottage - Countryside Cottage near one of the top restaurants in Kent!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Grooms Cottage - Countryside Cottage near one of the top restaurants in Kent!? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Grooms Cottage - Countryside Cottage near one of the top restaurants in Kent! located? > Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Kearsney Abbey Gardens and within 6 miles (10 km) of Kent Battle of Britain Museum and Lydden Hill Race Circuit. East Cliff And Warren Country Park and Abbot's Cliff Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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