RANSLEY BARN
Holiday Cottages
ABOUT RANSLEY BARN
Situated in the heart of the Kentish countryside, the converted farm buildings now provide two peaceful cottages overlooking a tranquil natural pond. Renovated to the highest standard in 2017, the cottages boast contemporary fittings and décor while retaining the charm and nostalgia of the preserved original features.
Each cottage sleeps two adults. One infant under six month can be accommodated, but otherwise children cannot be accepted, due to limited space and the presence of an unfenced pond .
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With access to a private 36ft heated swimming pool and proximate to several walking paths, quaint English pubs, and a 10th century church whose parish is recorded in the Domesday book, the cottages cater for visitors looking for both simple relaxation and gentle exploration.
ABOUT THE HOSTS
After over 65 collective years working in the public sector, living in nearby Tunbridge Wells, and with their three children now living happily away from home, Kate and Peter moved to Ransley Barn in 2016.
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After settling into the Barn and getting familiar with the local area they decided to undertake the renovation of Heron and Mallard, the two onsite cottages. The project was completed in a little under a year, opening the newly refreshed cottages in the beautiful Kent countryside to visitors in the summer of 2017.
Today they divide their time between the golf course, trips abroad and the converted barn house they now call home, enjoying visits from family and friends.
OUR SERVICES
Self-catered
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Electric cooker with oven Microwave oven Fridge with freezer box
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Wifi
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Digital TV with Freeview and Netflix. WiFi is available though as location is rural can be ocassionally spotty.
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Garden
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Private patio overlooking pond
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Housekeeping
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Linen,Towels and utilities included
Washing machine and dryer available
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Pool
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private 36ft heated swimming pool
(May-Sept)
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Local restaurants
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Close to local restaurants, cafes and bars
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GALLERY
THINGS TO DO
Vineyard
Enjoy wine tasting at the near by Chapel Down vineyard where the onsite restaurant serves the finest local produce. Biddenden and Hush Heath vineyards also close by.
Cultural Sites
There are many National Trust properties in the area, the nearest being Smallhythe Place and the famous gardens at Sissinghurst Castle
Walking/Cycling
Lovely countryside walks on the doorstep of the cottages, with direct access to a public foot path.
Quiet country lanes for cycling.
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Leisure Activities
Leisure centre with an indoor swimming pool, squash courts, badminton and a fully equipped gym in Tenterden.
Woodside Spa in nearby village of Shadoxhurst.
Golf
Pay and Play golf is available at London Beach Hotel in St Michaels and at Tenterden Golf Club
Cinema
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Kino cinema in Rye small and personal, very comfortable.
Cineworld at Eureka Park, Ashford.
GUEST REVIEWS
Peter and Kate are wonderful hosts.
The conversion of the barn is very tastefully done. The kitchen had everything we needed (and much more).
Being able to use the pool was fantastic during the late summer heatwave.
Tenderden, with some independent shops and cafés, is only 10 minutes away.
MATTHEW & MONICA, UK - OCTOBER 2023
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Yet again - 3 fabulous weeks.
CLIFF & JANE, USA - OCTOBER 2023
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Once again, comfy, cosy, very clean. A perfect retreat to explore the Kent/Sussex areas. Thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. See you again!
RAY & SHARON, UK - AUGUST 2023
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As always, excellent hosts, fantastic place to stay. Will see you next year x x
GARY & DAWN, UK - JULY 2023
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Our second visit and we've had another lovely holiday. Thank you Kate and Peter for the very warm welcome. We love Heron cottage and the wonderful garden. Such a peaceful haven.
MAUREEN & DEREK, UK - JUNE 2023
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One of the nicest places anyone could wish to stay. Own swimming pool and we got the hot weather so this location was paradise.
The local village makes for some nice walking routes too.
CHRIS, UK - APRIL 2022