Kent Manor, Ashford
The Hall, built in 1616, descends from the noble De Bois family and is one of the most imposing buildings in Ashford. Kent is often referred to as the Garden of England, and with over three acres of landscaped gardens it is the perfect setting, you feel as though you are in the heart of the countryside. It retains many of its fascinating original Jacobean features throughout. You are surrounded by such a warm and welcoming atmosphere you’ll be able to relax and enjoy your break with great elegance and in true luxury. 9 bathrooms, 8 bedrooms, massive working inglenook fireplaces, oak beams, stone window frames yet with a modern kitchen, central heating and Wi-Fi. Stunning manicured gardens surround the property!
The Manor
A grand entrance with inglenook fireplace leads to; the dining room, with further fireplace and seating for 22 around 1 table; Drawing room with inglenook fireplace; a hallway that leads past the house’s ‘king pin’ – the central support for the whole manor! This hall leads back to the bar area and 2 WC’s. Also on the ground floor, another passage leads back from the entrance hall to the main staircase and large professionally equipped kitchen with utility room as well as a breakfast room and further WC. On the first floor are 7 of the individually named and styled bedrooms, all with televisions, DVD players and tea/coffee facilities; the vast Master bedroom includes en-suite with his and hers sinks, shower and bath as well as a walk-in wardrobe, there is a king size bed as well as a double sofa bed. The Chantry has a 4-poster double bed, walk in wardrobe and en-suite, bath/shower over, WC and Basin. The Debois is a French style interior and includes plenty of wardrobe space, king size bed, en-suite with bath/shower over WC and Basin. The Lavender room has twin beds and en-suite shower room including WC and basin. This can be adjoined with The Windsor which has a king size bed and en-suite shower room including WC and basin. The Oriental includes twin beds and a luxury double sofa bed, en-suite shower room including WC and basin. A family bathroom with bath/shower over wc and basin is also in this wing. 2 Z-beds are available to sleep the maximum 22 and can be set up in many bedrooms. The second floor accommodates The Boyce and The Loft bedrooms each with king sized beds and access to their own bath/shower facilities and WC’s.
The Location
The property is set in Ashford, being surrounded in such lush and pristine greenery you would think you were in the middle of the countryside. The manor is in a great position with close rail links to London in just 37 minutes as well as Eurostar to Paris, Bruxelles and more, it is also very easily accessible from junction 10 of the M20. There are very good local amenities including pubs within walking distance, a designer outlet and town centre just minutes away yet still maintaining its own country oasis within the grounds. The rest of Kent is extremely accessible with the coast just 20-30 minutes away at Hythe or Camber to the South, bordering the weald just to the West including the Royal Tunbridge Wells by car or direct train. Canterbury is also just 20 minutes by car or train with some great places to eat and awe-inspiring cathedral, further North is the sea side town of Whitstable with a great high street including the fantastic Cheese Box, oyster bars and harbour..
Kent Manor
Reference Number:HK136
8 Bedrooms | |
Sleeps 22 plus cot. | |
Exclusive manor house set in beautiful grounds. |
General Facilities
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Prices
Flexible start day, mid-week and 3-6 night rates are available. |
Nearby Attractions
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