Title: A stylish holiday home , set in the heart of a National Nature Reserve 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 # A stylish holiday home , set in the heart of a National Nature Reserve Waterfront holiday home in Sheerness with kitchen ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45790000/45785800/45785800/e1f10fa4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45790000/45785800/45785800/a6fb0607.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45790000/45785800/45785800/4e6ac1e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45790000/45785800/45785800/a774cae9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45790000/45785800/45785800/9328b1a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Elmley Cottage is set within a 3,300-acre nature reserve. This spacious cottage features an open-plan living area with sweeping views over the surrounding wilderness, perfect for wildlife and cloud watching. Discover the National Nature Reserve or unwind in plenty of outside space ideal for BBQ’s and games. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - Breakfast available - Parking available - Washer - Outdoor space - Kitchen - Water view ## 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. ### A stylish holiday home , set in the heart of a National Nature Reserve Set right at the heart of the 3,300-acre reserve, the spacious, light-filled cottage has a large kitchen with a range-style gas oven, and a beautiful, modern country table, ideal for family gatherings. A huge open-plan living and dining room have sweeping views over the vast blue skies and untouched wilderness of the reserve, perfect for wildlife and cloud watching. The five double bedrooms can sleep up to 10 guests. Plenty of outside space for BBQ’s and games or discover the National Nature Reserve, renowned for its wildlife and conservation work. Access to a secret beach, an on-site wildlife guide, a café for your morning coffee, endless starry skies and being completely immersed in nature are what make this stay extraordinary. Relaxed, sharing meals can be delivered to the house, or pre-book to dine on a menu of seasonal and local produce at the restaurant. Elmley Cottage offers midweek special rates for smaller groups of 4. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Massage ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the sea - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Motor boating 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) ## Similar properties ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99930000/99923700/99923627/8b678b5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious 4 Bedroom Home With Free Wi-Fi, And Free Parking on The Isle Of Sheppey Eastchurch - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=99923627&PinnedHotelID=99923627&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33650000/33648000/33647912/0400402f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Cook's Cottage: a coastal oasis w/outdoor kitchen, garden & cinema nr beach Whitstable - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 40 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=33647912&PinnedHotelID=33647912&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119560000/119551200/119551181/15720829.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sea View Cottage, Whitstable Whitstable - Sea view - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=119551181&PinnedHotelID=119551181&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111090000/111086900/111086893/d0301deb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Period property a short walk from the beach. 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Services available ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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 are allowed on site Note from host: Respectful parties welcome. Services available 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 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 recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo 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%7C51.38104%2C0.79451&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=JkAo51Da8DxHkgtWMz2p1e3MCwk=) Sheerness #### What's nearby - Elmley National Nature Reserve - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles - Leeds Castle - 34 min drive - 18.7 miles - University of Kent - 41 min drive - 26.0 miles - Whitstable Harbour - 41 min drive - 25.7 miles - Whitstable Beach - 42 min drive - 24.5 miles #### Getting around - Sittingbourne Swale Station - 11 min drive - London (SEN-Southend) - 95 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Mews Brewhouse - ‬14 min drive - ‪Harps Inn - ‬14 min drive - ‪diner - ‬22 min drive - ‪Burger King - ‬13 min drive - ‪The Heritage - ‬15 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is A stylish holiday home , set in the heart of a National Nature Reserve pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at A stylish holiday home , set in the heart of a National Nature Reserve? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at A stylish holiday home , set in the heart of a National Nature Reserve? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is A stylish holiday home , set in the heart of a National Nature Reserve located? > This family-friendly Sheerness holiday home is located on the waterfront, 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Elmley National Nature Reserve, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Barton's Point Country Park and Milton Creek Country Park. Sittingbourne and Kemsley Light Railway and Sittingbourne and Milton Regis Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## A stylish holiday home , set in the heart of a National Nature Reserve Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kay P. 12 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Celebrating my Husbands 60th Really really enjoyable ##### Kay P. 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