Plantagenet Cottage
A unique Kent country retreat with links to the Plantagenet Kings of England, hidden away in mature private gardens with a heated pool, hot tub and centuries of character
Plantagenet, A Historic Country Cottage with Pool and Hot Tub
A unique historic country cottage with fascinating links to the Plantagenet Kings of England. Tucked away in beautiful private gardens overlooking the Eastwell Manor estate, with a heated outdoor pool, optional hot tub, rustic outdoor shower, BBQ and plenty of space to relax. Peaceful and private, yet perfectly placed for exploring the Kent countryside, Canterbury, Folkestone and the coast.
What this place offers
Outdoors
- Alfresco dining
- BBQ
- Beach essentials Beach towels, umbrella, beach blanket, snorkeling gear
- Garden or backyard
- Outdoor seating
- Patio
- Sun loungers
Bathroom
- Outdoor shower
- Bathtub
- Body soap
- Hot Water
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Shower gel
Luxury Amenities
- Badminton field
- Heated floors
- Pizza oven
What this place offers
Outdoors
- Alfresco dining
- BBQ
- Beach essentials Beach towels, umbrella, beach blanket, snorkeling gear
- Garden or backyard
- Outdoor seating
- Patio
- Sun loungers
Bathroom
- Outdoor shower
- Bathtub
- Body soap
- Hot Water
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Shower gel
Luxury Amenities
- Badminton field
- Heated floors
- Pizza oven
Kitchen and dining
- Baking sheet
- Barbecue utensils
- Blender
- Coffee
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Hot water kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
- Wine glasses
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Drying rack for clothing
- Hangers
- Iron
- Room-darkening shades
- Clothing storage
Family
- Board games
- Children's tableware
- High chair
- Travel crib
Entertainment
- Books
- Ethernet connection
- Sound system
Home safety
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Smoke detector
Common
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Hot tub
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Dedicated workspace
- Pool
- TV
- Washing Machine
- Wifi
Parking and facilities
- EV charger
- Free parking on premises
- Private living room
- Single level home No stairs in home
Heating and cooling
- Indoor fireplace
- Portable fans
Location features
- Garden view
- Pool view
- Private entrance Separate street or building entrance
Accessibility
Neighborhood
Plantagenet Cottage sits in a peaceful rural setting overlooking the Eastwell Manor estate, surrounded by mature gardens, countryside and quiet lanes. The area is ideal for walking, country pubs and exploring the best of Kent, with Canterbury, Folkestone, the coast, local farm shops and vineyards all within easy reach. The ruins of St Mary’s Church at Eastwell, with the tomb of Richard Plantagenet, are nearby and make for a lovely local walk.
Guest Access
Guests have exclusive use of the entire detached cottage and its private garden throughout their stay. Outside, this includes parking for two cars on the gravel drive, the mature cottage garden, outdoor seating areas, BBQ, summer house, garden games, swing, trampoline, rustic outdoor shower and the heated outdoor swimming pool when in season. The hot tub is available separately as an optional paid extra when booked in advance. The property is set back from the road and feels very private, with the main garden and pool area away from neighbouring properties.
Good to know
Plantagenet Cottage is a spacious, characterful country cottage set in beautiful private gardens overlooking the Eastwell Manor estate. The site has historic links to the Plantagenet story and local tradition connects it with Richard Plantagenet, reputed to have been an illegitimate son of King Richard III. The cottage as it stands today has clearly evolved over time, but the history remains part of its character and setting. Richard Plantagenet’s tomb can still be found among the ruins of nearby St Mary’s Church at Eastwell. Inside, the cottage has three comfortable double bedrooms, a well-equipped kitchen and a large open-plan living and dining area with vaulted ceilings, arched windows overlooking the garden and manor grounds, and an inglenook fireplace with wood-burning stove. Outside, guests have exclusive use of the cottage and private garden, with a heated outdoor swimming pool in season, optional hot tub, rustic outdoor shower, BBQ and dining areas, summer house, garden games, badminton, trampoline and plenty of space to relax.
Other Details to Note
The heated outdoor pool is seasonal, usually open from April to October, with water temperature affected by the weather. The hot tub is an optional paid extra and is freshly prepared on request, so please arrange this in advance. The cottage sleeps up to 7, although it is generally most comfortable for 6. Two bedrooms can each be arranged as either a Super King or two single beds, and an additional pull-out bed is available on request. Well-behaved pets are welcome by prior agreement for a small additional charge. The cottage is set back from the road and feels wonderfully private. The garden is fenced and generally secure for dogs, although—as with any garden—we cannot guarantee it is completely escape-proof.
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A car is the easiest way to explore the area and reach local pubs, shops, beaches and attractions. Ashford is the nearest major transport hub, with rail connections towards London and the Kent coast. Parking for two cars is available at the cottage.
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