Title: A stylish holiday home , set in the heart of a National Nature Reserve Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 ## Photo gallery for A stylish holiday home , set in the heart of a National Nature Reserve ![Dining - A stylish holiday home , set in the heart of a National Nature Reserve (Sheerness)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45790000/45785800/45785800/b0a7fdc1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV - A stylish holiday home , set in the heart of a National Nature Reserve (Sheerness)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45790000/45785800/45785800/a6fb0607.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - A stylish holiday home , set in the heart of a National Nature Reserve (Sheerness)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45790000/45785800/45785800/e1f10fa4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi - A stylish holiday home , set in the heart of a National Nature Reserve (Sheerness)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45790000/45785800/45785800/a774cae9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - A stylish holiday home , set in the heart of a National Nature Reserve (Sheerness)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45790000/45785800/45785800/9328b1a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies 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. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Outdoor space - Breakfast available - Parking available - 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 ![Lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2420000/2417800/2417792/5a9df320.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The George Hotel Cranbrook - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 8.8 Excellent 466 reviews £94 includes taxes & fees 8 Mar - 9 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-08&endDate=2026-03-09&selected=2417792&PinnedHotelID=2417792&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76020000/76011000/76010988/766822a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### King Hotel Tenterden Tenterden - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 8.6 Excellent 67 reviews £81 includes taxes & fees 26 Feb - 27 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=76010988&PinnedHotelID=76010988&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Daily buffet breakfast (GBP 17.95 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34400/34312/734dc3fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mercure Tunbridge Wells Hotel Royal Tunbridge Wells - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 7.8 Good 1,000 reviews £67 includes taxes & fees 15 Mar - 16 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-15&endDate=2026-03-16&selected=34312&PinnedHotelID=34312&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Daily English breakfast (GBP 17.95 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34400/34338/1b53ca47.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mercure Maidstone Great Danes Hotel Maidstone - Pool - Spa - Pet-friendly - Parking included 7.6 Good 1,005 reviews £70 includes taxes & fees 1 Mar - 2 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=34338&PinnedHotelID=34338&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11950000/11945900/11945900/bb1b4091.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Lodge Guesthouse Rochester - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 8.8 Excellent 124 reviews £44 includes taxes & fees 7 Mar - 8 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-07&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=11945900&PinnedHotelID=11945900&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-11&endDate=2026-03-12&selected=45785800&PinnedHotelID=45785800&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=45785800,2417792,76010988,34312,34338) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Equipment available on request ### Events Events allowed Respectful parties welcome. 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 Located in Sheerness, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Sittingbourne and Kemsley Light Railway and Bredgar and Wormshill Light Railway are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Elmley National Nature Reserve and Milton Creek Country Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Jimmy G's Amusements, or check out an event or a game at Silver Blades Ice Rink. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Sheerness travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sheerness.dx6048681) [View more Holiday homes in Sheerness](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sheerness-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6048681-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.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%7C51.38104%2C0.79451&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=JkAo51Da8DxHkgtWMz2p1e3MCwk=) Sheerness ### What's nearby - ![#TroveOnTuesday This is a great little nature reserve with a selection of shepherd huts, popular bird watching destination but absolutely not essential when you’ve got fabulous accommodation like this. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000472906/92c14950-0370-4b39-8dd5-94ee6d2b4281.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Elmley National Nature Reserve 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - ![Leeds Castle showing a castle, heritage architecture and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6092003/5986baed-9ab7-478a-887e-fa4a81839a47.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Leeds Castle 33 min drive \- 18.9 miles - ![Whitstable Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6091929/1a839d1c-1ec7-4ab8-97f9-2487862bb7da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Whitstable Beach 46 min drive \- 25.7 miles - ![Canterbury Cathedral featuring interior views, a statue or sculpture and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6091945/bab26c58-0e83-485b-a4eb-9581705e5474.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Canterbury Cathedral 46 min drive \- 27.0 miles - ![Bluewater Shopping Centre featuring a city, interior views and shopping](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6143545/ce070402-75b3-4cdd-8b8a-b3756f5f44bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Bluewater Shopping Centre 48 min drive \- 36.6 miles ### Getting around - Sittingbourne Swale Station 11 min drive - London (SEN-Southend) 95 min drive ### Restaurants - Golden Fish Bar 14 min drive - Burger King 13 min drive - Harps Inn 14 min drive - Starbucks 14 min drive - Subway 13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is A stylish holiday home , set in the heart of a National Nature Reserve pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at A stylish holiday home , set in the heart of a National Nature Reserve? ### What time is check-in at A stylish holiday home , set in the heart of a National Nature Reserve? ### What time is check-out at A stylish holiday home , set in the heart of a National Nature Reserve? ### Where is A stylish holiday home , set in the heart of a National Nature Reserve located? ## 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 ## Reviews ### 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 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 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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