Title: Great Higham Oast and Cottages by Bloom Stays - sleeps 18 guests in 6 bedrooms 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 # Great Higham Oast and Cottages by Bloom Stays - sleeps 18 guests in 6 bedrooms Family-friendly cottage in Sittingbourne ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54180000/54177600/54177504/2bd67eb6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54180000/54177600/54177504/6316ea94.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54180000/54177600/54177504/5dc5a450.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54180000/54177600/54177504/72b471c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54180000/54177600/54177504/2c6c2db0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to the countryside at Great Higham Farm, where rustic charm and modern comforts blend seamlessly. Unwind in the spacious open-plan living area or explore the secluded gardens of Cherry Cottage and Plum Cottage, complete with a shared swimming pool and tennis courts. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 182551 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Barbecue grill - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Pet-friendly ## 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. ### Great Higham Oast and Cottages by Bloom Stays - sleeps 18 guests in 6 bedrooms Great Higham Oast: Sleeps 10 in 4 bedrooms, 1 reception room, 2 bathrooms (1 en-suite) and 1 WC. Entered through the hallway with room for coats and boots, leading to the spacious open plan living area. Ground Floor Sitting Area: Open plan with seating for 10, TV / DVD player and Sky TV are available. Kitchen: Equipped with dishwasher, fridge, freezer, washing machine, electric oven and hob, microwave and extractor fan, the adjoining dining table seats 10. Family bedroom (sleeps 4) - 2 x zip link single beds (Double bed available on request), 1x standard single bed, 1x pull out single bed and a wood burning stove. WC with wash hand basin Second Floor Master bedroom (sleeps 2) double bed, en-suite with shower cubicle Twin bedrooms (sleeps 2) single beds (double on request) Twin bedrooms (sleeps 2) single beds (double on request) ​Family bathroom with bath and hand-held shower over Outside Outside there is a south facing patio which seats 10 and a BBQ and further outside space to the rear. Undercover car parking for two cars is available. Cherry Cottage and Plum Cottage: both sleep 4. Sitting room: French doors lead to patio area, wood burning stove with an ample supply of logs, sofas (1 sofa bed), TV/DVD, WiFi Kitchen: breakfast bar, washing machine, fridge, electric oven, electric hobs, microwave oven and kettle. Dining table seats four Galleried twin bedroom (sleeps 2), 2 single beds Family bathroom on the ground floor, bath, integral shower Secluded garden (not enclosed) with BBQ, patio and seating for 4. Private covered off road parking for two cars. Shared use of outside swimming pool and tennis courts. A security deposit of £500 is required at this property.  This is a carbon neutral development and all heating is supplied by the estates own coppiced woodland at no charge to the holidaymaker. In addition, much of the electricity comes from a renewable source. All logs for the wood burner are provided free of charge. Guests use the pool facilities at their own risk, and due to harsh chemicals used for maintenance purposes some skin types may react. Please note the pool is heated, and available from Good Friday to 31st October, but is weather dependent. Pool towels are not provided, please bring your own. Guests who are using Great Higham Farm as a celebration venue should be aware that music is only permitted until midnight. Please be respectful of neighbouring properties and refrain from making any noise after this time. Please note fireworks/chinese lanterns are not permitted at this property. BBQ's are coal fuelled - The coal is not supplied Pets are welcome. If you wish to bring a pet please let us know. Please note additional pet charges are £35 per pet per week (or part of) will be charged. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi (surcharge) ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Freezer - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 6 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 4 private bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Tennis ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,551 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57580000/57571200/57571180/6d770d8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Customs House by Bloom Stays, Large house for family groups of up to 20 Faversham - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.4 Exceptional 23 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=57571180&PinnedHotelID=57571180&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120750000/120744200/120744171/w904h683x60y0-0dd8b4f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Plum Pudding Barn Faversham - Washer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=120744171&PinnedHotelID=120744171&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Games room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101360000/101356700/101356630/947f6363.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful 6 Bedroom Home with Pool & Hot Tub Maidstone - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=101356630&PinnedHotelID=101356630&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94750000/94749600/94749513/52784064.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kent - Malt House Beautiful Tudor Cottage Sittingbourne - Dryer - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=94749513&PinnedHotelID=94749513&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dishwasher, high chair](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/77000000/76992800/76992725/c32d8383.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A beautiful large house on an exclusive estate. 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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 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 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 Vrbo Property Great Higham Oast Cottages Sleeps 18 Guests in 6 Bedrooms 570587 ## 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%7C51.28937%2C0.75432&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=vAm1X-DTnbsRR2HyMI_c8z4lJdc=) Sittingbourne, Kent #### What's nearby - Kent Science Park - 4 min drive - 3.4 miles - Belmont House and Gardens - 11 min drive - 7.8 miles - Leeds Castle - 14 min drive - 9.8 miles - Whitstable Beach - 21 min drive - 16.1 miles - Elmley National Nature Reserve - 25 min drive - 15.1 miles #### Getting around - Maidstone Harrietsham Station - 10 min drive - London (SEN-Southend) - 96 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Chaucer Fish Bar - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Sun Inn - ‬5 min drive - ‪Dover Castle Inn - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Red Lion - ‬2 min drive - ‪Chequers Inn - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Great Higham Oast and Cottages by Bloom Stays - sleeps 18 guests in 6 bedrooms pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Great Higham Oast and Cottages by Bloom Stays - sleeps 18 guests in 6 bedrooms? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Great Higham Oast and Cottages by Bloom Stays - sleeps 18 guests in 6 bedrooms? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Great Higham Oast and Cottages by Bloom Stays - sleeps 18 guests in 6 bedrooms located? > This family-friendly Sittingbourne cottage is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of St John the Baptist, Doddington and The Hawking Centre. Kent Science Park is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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