Dr Megan’s guidebook
Sightseeing
National trust site- a beautiful 14th century moated castle, cafe and gift shop, definitely worth a visit! Other national trust sites nearby include small hythe place, batemans, sissinghurst castle garden, scotney castle.
276 locals recommend
Bodiam Castle
National trust site- a beautiful 14th century moated castle, cafe and gift shop, definitely worth a visit! Other national trust sites nearby include small hythe place, batemans, sissinghurst castle garden, scotney castle.
Steam railway journey through the weald of kent- beautiful scenery. Dining experiences also available- booking needed
8 locals recommend
Northiam Station
off Station RdSteam railway journey through the weald of kent- beautiful scenery. Dining experiences also available- booking needed
Historic house and gardens, on site cafe, good idea to book tickets
117 locals recommend
Great Dixter House & Gardens
Historic house and gardens, on site cafe, good idea to book tickets
Enjoy a paddle? Boat hire and river cruises located in Newenden TN18 5PP. Onsite cafe if you fancy some breakfast or lunch
73 locals recommend
Bodiam Boating Station
Station RoadEnjoy a paddle? Boat hire and river cruises located in Newenden TN18 5PP. Onsite cafe if you fancy some breakfast or lunch
A lovely sandy beach stretching for 3 miles just outside of the quaint market town of Rye.
310 locals recommend
Camber Sands
A lovely sandy beach stretching for 3 miles just outside of the quaint market town of Rye.
Beautiful cobbled streets lined with historic buildings, independent shops, pubs and cafes. A charming and unique town- defiantly a must see!
388 locals recommend
Rye
Beautiful cobbled streets lined with historic buildings, independent shops, pubs and cafes. A charming and unique town- defiantly a must see!
Cafe and shop, lovely walks, plenty of space for kids to run around and other family activities such as paddle boarding on the river. TN32 5RA. 01580 830932.
23 locals recommend
The Hub @ Quarry Farm
Cafe and shop, lovely walks, plenty of space for kids to run around and other family activities such as paddle boarding on the river. TN32 5RA. 01580 830932.
Rother Rides
Rye RoadElectric bike tours through the Kent countryside, located in Newenden
Beautiful scenic walks. Running for 28 miles following the old cliff line bordering Romney Marsh.
25 locals recommend
Royal Military Canal
Beautiful scenic walks. Running for 28 miles following the old cliff line bordering Romney Marsh.
Lovely boutique cinema with bar - relax and enjoy a film on the big screen with a glass of wine.
71 locals recommend
Kino Rye
3 Lion StLovely boutique cinema with bar - relax and enjoy a film on the big screen with a glass of wine.
Large collection of rare farm breeds on a working farm with children play activities.
40 locals recommend
Rare Breeds Centre station
Large collection of rare farm breeds on a working farm with children play activities.
Beautiful setting for a country walk in all seasons- visitor centre has cycle hire and refreshments
189 locals recommend
Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest
Bedgebury RoadBeautiful setting for a country walk in all seasons- visitor centre has cycle hire and refreshments
Largest stretch of inland water in the South East, Bewl water is a stunning reservoir, scenic woodland walks, cycle paths and many other activities for the whole family.
168 locals recommend
Bewl Water
Bewlbridge LaneLargest stretch of inland water in the South East, Bewl water is a stunning reservoir, scenic woodland walks, cycle paths and many other activities for the whole family.
Port Lympne Reserve Giraffe Cottage
Aldington RoadOne of the most iconic castles in the south east - stunning views and family activities
316 locals recommend
Leeds Castle
One of the most iconic castles in the south east - stunning views and family activities
Dover Castle
Castle Hill RoadFood scene
Local market town, lovely boutique shops, cafes and restaurants. Tesco and waitrose supermarkets also located here.
21 locals recommend
Tenterden High Street
24 High StLocal market town, lovely boutique shops, cafes and restaurants. Tesco and waitrose supermarkets also located here.
Chapel down winery- guided tours, wine tastings, master classes, lunch at the swan restaurant. Booking in advance strongly advised.
9 locals recommend
Chapel Down Vineyard station
Chapel down winery- guided tours, wine tastings, master classes, lunch at the swan restaurant. Booking in advance strongly advised.
Traditional pub food, friendly, warm and inviting. Two minute walk around the corner from Wentworth cottage. Currently open Wednesday-Sunday. Families, dogs and muddy walkers all welcome!
8 locals recommend
The Ewe & Lamb
26 Maytham RdTraditional pub food, friendly, warm and inviting. Two minute walk around the corner from Wentworth cottage. Currently open Wednesday-Sunday. Families, dogs and muddy walkers all welcome!
A family run business for 22 years! Open everyday- Fantastic menu with locally sourced food and drink. New dining stables in the garden with heaters, kids play area and lovely walks from here along the river rother. Dog friendly.
7 locals recommend
The White Hart
Rye RoadA family run business for 22 years! Open everyday- Fantastic menu with locally sourced food and drink. New dining stables in the garden with heaters, kids play area and lovely walks from here along the river rother. Dog friendly.
Sahebs Indian Restaurant
Station RoadVery friendly, great service. Eat-in or takeaway.
Webbs Of Tenterden
45 High StBurger restaurant- local farm produce from romney marsh!
Montalbano Italian
75 High StFamily run, traditional Italian restaurant
Open plan kitchen cafe, great breakfast, coffee and cake! Also dog friendly!
8 locals recommend
Amy's Pantry
4 East CrossOpen plan kitchen cafe, great breakfast, coffee and cake! Also dog friendly!
Will's
Main StreetOpen 8am-2pm everyday- delicious fresh bread and cakes
Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea or coffee and a pastry! Or just pop along for an ice cream- idyllic setting with open views of the kent countryside with the steam trains chugging by in the distance.
19 locals recommend
Lime Wharf Cafe
Station RoadBreakfast, lunch, afternoon tea or coffee and a pastry! Or just pop along for an ice cream- idyllic setting with open views of the kent countryside with the steam trains chugging by in the distance.
City/town information
Cobbled streets lined with independent shops and cafes, a unique and charming town. A must see!
388 locals recommend
Rye
Cobbled streets lined with independent shops and cafes, a unique and charming town. A must see!
Hastings
Seaside town with crazy golf and fun fair on the sea front
Tenterden
Local market town- lots of shops, cafes and restaurants.
Pretty town with a medieval layout of streets and alleys- many buildings dating from the 15th century through to the 19th century. Lots of shops and cafes.
31 locals recommend
Cranbrook
Pretty town with a medieval layout of streets and alleys- many buildings dating from the 15th century through to the 19th century. Lots of shops and cafes.
Royal Tunbridge Wells
Retail shopping and lots of great restaurants and bars
Retail shopping at the Designer Outlet Centre, pets at home, B&Q, Adsa and Tesco Superstores.
31 locals recommend
Ashford
Retail shopping at the Designer Outlet Centre, pets at home, B&Q, Adsa and Tesco Superstores.
Sissinghurst
Small village with lots of local independent shops and cafes
City advice
Customs and culture
Rolvenden Layne
Is a small, very quiet hamlet in the garden of England, Kent. Lots of lovely walks from the doorstep. Enjoy the darkness, peace and quiet in this lovely rural location. Please respect the neighbours by keeping the noise down in the evenings, thank you.
Getting around
Places to shop
-My village store in Rolvenden -1 mile from the cottage- groceries, off license, newsagent and instore post office
-Huntleys Butchers, Tenterden High Street
-Rolvenden Farmers Markets- Rolvenden Church every thursday 8:40am-10:30am
-Tesco Tenterden, TN30 7LN, free parking available for 2hours
-Waitrose Tenterden, TN30 6BW, free parking when shopping in store
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Emergency Contact Information
Your host- Megan - 07961025467 - available via text
Medical Emergency - 999 - Local hospital: William Harvey, Ashford, TN24 0LZ
Pharmacy- Boots, Tenterden, TN30 6AH - Open Mon-Sat 8:30am-5:30pm. 01580 763239
Veterinary Surgery- Badgers Oak, Northiam, TN31 6NH- provide out of hours emergency care. 01797 252321
What to pack
Extra's Provided for your stay
Some logs and kindling will be provided- enough for a couple of fires but you will be able to buy more at any of the local garages or supermarkets- local garage is: Esso, Tenterden, TN30 6DD (3miles away from the cottage), Tesco, Tenterden.
If you contact me in advance I can provide an extra bag of logs £6, please leave cash.
Hand soap and moisturiser is provided in the kitchen and bathroom but others shower gels, shampoos etc are not provided. Some washing up liquid and a couple of washing tablets will be provided- you are welcome to use the washing machine.
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Helpful Tips for your stay
Please be mindful the stairs are potentially dangerous for children, also anyone relatively tall should watch out for ceilings and doorways (especially the door leading into the kitchen)!
Being a listed building when wet weather the windows and back door swell and so can become a bit sticky and tricky to open and close.
Be careful not to turn the kitchen tap on too hard as water splashes everywhere!
PLEASE MAKE SURE the shower curtain is inside the bath and pulled all the way around before showering to prevent water leaking and use the mat as the bath can be slippery.
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Hot Tub Use
Please read the hot tub instructions before use and replace the cover after each use to keep it clean and hot! I ask you to please respect my neighbours by keeping the noise to a minimum and not use the hot tub after 9pm.
Please note there will be a floating chlorine dispenser in the hot tub- you may remove whilst in use but please make sure it is left in the tub in between uses. This is to ensure the water balance remains safe for your enjoyment throughout your stay.
Thank you and most importantly enjoy!