Title: Star's Special Sanctuary - UK36785 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 # Star's Special Sanctuary - UK36785 ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83090000/83083400/83083326/d8b05b43.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83090000/83083400/83083326/2ffa9d8f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83090000/83083400/83083326/4d2153cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83090000/83083400/83083326/57d5328c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83090000/83083400/83083326/33e33089.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to the peaceful surroundings of Star’s Special Sanctuary, nestled within 13 acres of grounds in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This stylish lodge offers a relaxing retreat for couples with a well-equipped kitchen, Smart TV and private parking for two cars. Unwind in the shared summerhouse or enjoy BBQs on the patio. ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## 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. ### Star's Special Sanctuary - UK36785 Star’s Special Sanctuary is the perfect couples retreat. This stylish Lodge has been thoughtfully prepared for a romantic getaway.. (Ramp access). All on the Ground Floor: Living/dining room: Smart TV, Sofa Bed (Double) Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine Bedroom: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack. 13-acre grounds with summerhouse, sitting out area, BBQ and garden furniture (shared with other properties on-site). 1 small dog welcome. Private parking for 2 cars No smoking. Please note: There is a step in the grounds. There is a unfenced lake in the grounds.. Star’s Special Sanctuary is the perfect couple’s retreat. This stylish Lodge has been thoughtfully prepared for a romantic getaway, with King size memory foam bed and modern en-suite shower room. A cosy living/dining room with Smart TV, plus sofa bed & desk, providing workspace. A well-equipped kitchen, for preparing your favourite meal, then sit back and relax in this cosy home from home. These lodges reside in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the owner’s 13 acres of grounds with access to 5-acres to enjoy. There is a six-seater Pod for guests to have shared use of, also a lake and summer house with sun loungers for guests to enjoy. Ideal holiday base for walking, cycling, golf and horse riding and only 8-miles from Maidstone, the thriving county town of Kent. Visit the Archbishop’s Palace, a medieval building built for the Archbishops of Canterbury and now used for weddings. Leeds Castle, described by Lord Conway as the loveliest castle in the world, is close by. Take a trip on the River Medway through the Maidstone Millenium River Park up to Allington Lock. Maidstone leisure centre boasts four swimming pools and two water slides and is one of the best equipped leisure centres in the Southeast. Enjoy a show at the Hazlitt Theatre or visit one of the shopping centres including Fremlin Walk, built on the riverside site of the old Victorian Brewery. Mote Park offers 450 acres of mature parkland, hosts the Kent County Cricket and on Sundays offers rides on a miniature railway. Bearsted and Maidstone offer frequent train services up to London. Pub and restaurant 1 mile. Star’s Special Sanctuary can be booked with Diesel’s Desirable Den (UK36786), Lottie’s Luxurious Lodge (ref UK36784) and Holly’s Hidden Hideaway (ref UK36783) to accommodate up to 12 guests. Free WiFi Small dog/s only allowed. There are steps or steep slopes in the garden. There is open water in the property grounds. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Freezer ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Front entrance ramp - In-room accessibility - Single level property - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Fishing - Ecotours nearby - Horseback riding nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110380000/110374200/110374120/299c2a67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Home from Home Apartment 10 minutes to Sheerness Beach and Rochester Castle Sittingbourne - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-11&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=110374120&PinnedHotelID=110374120&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Rules The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 1 pet(s) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. 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 indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and 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 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 su-UK36785-UK36785 ## About the area Located in Maidstone, this cottage is in a rural area. Leeds Castle and Stoneacre are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Vinters Valley Nature Reserve and High Weald. Wear 'm Out and The American Garden are also worth visiting. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like horse riding and ecotours. [Visit our Maidstone travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Maidstone.dx5634) [View more Cottages in Maidstone](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Maidstone-Cottages.d5634-aaCottages.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%7C51.19484%2C0.57254&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=GkJ6tDnURFznBXzjIMtvril2oVQ=) Chart Sutton, near Maidstone ### What's nearby - Weald of Kent Golf Club - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles - Mote Park - 14 min drive - 7.0 miles - The Big Cat Sanctuary - 15 min drive - 6.9 miles - Leeds Castle - 16 min drive - 6.3 miles - Sissinghurst Castle and Garden - 19 min drive - 9.3 miles ### Getting around - Staplehurst Station - 15 min drive - London (SEN-Southend) - 96 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Toby Carvery - ‬10 min drive - ‪Charlie's Chippy - ‬11 min drive - ‪The Plough - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Potting Shed - ‬9 min drive - ‪Queens Head - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Star's Special Sanctuary - UK36785 pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Star's Special Sanctuary - UK36785? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Star's Special Sanctuary - UK36785? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Star's Special Sanctuary - UK36785 located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Weald of Kent Golf Club and within 6 miles (10 km) of Wear 'm Out and Stoneacre. Mote Park and Balfour Winery are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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