If you are looking to explore the idyllic Kent countryside, with easy access to beautiful coastline and breathtaking scenery, then look no further than Little Fountains. Situated on the Greensand Ridge, the house has spectacular, long-distance views over the Kentish Weald. The ground floor has a spacious sitting and dining room, a well equipped kitchen and doors out to the garden where you will find a small patio and a grassed area - perfect for sitting and gazing over the surrounding countryside with morning coffee or evening aperitif. Upstairs, the views are just as stunning from the bedroom, making it the perfect place to relax and re-charge. Enjoy long peaceful walks in the countryside, a choice of village pubs and historic Leeds Castle on your doorstep. It is also ideally located for visiting the charming villages of Ulcombe, Egerton and Pluckley. The North Kent Coast is easily accessible, with Whitstable (known for it's fresh oysters and crabs), Margate (with miles of sandy beaches and Turner Contemporary) and on the way back is the iconic City of Canterbury. The friendly owners live next door, offering reassurance if you run into any questions during your stay but is equally private if you just want to relax. Little Fountains really is a gem that you will want to return to year after year!
Property Description
Entrance
Gates leading to private parking directly in front of Little Fountains.
Ground floor
Kitchen
A well equipped kitchen with an oven, hob, fridge, freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine and ample storage. There is no coffee machine but there is a cafetiere available.
Sitting/Dining Room
Sitting room with a sofa, two armchairs, a TV, side tables, decorative lighting and dining table and chairs.
First Floor
Bedroom - Sleeps 2 - with two single beds, wardrobes, bed side tables, lamps and a desk and mirror.
Bathroom
En-suite bathroom with a bath tub with an overhead shower, WC and basin.
Outside
Patio with table and chairs and grassed area.
Things You Need to Know
Towels and linen are provided
One dog is welcome. Please note additional pet charges are £25 each per stay. The owners very friendly dog lives next door, and may come to say hello.
There is a patio and garden to the rear with seating
Wi-Fi access
Electric heating throughout
House Rules
We would respectfully ask that the following house rules are adhered to, to avoid any damages to this beautiful holiday home. Should any damages arise please note charges may be taken from your security deposit.
Please ensure you vacate on time to allow our housekeepers to enter the property and prepare it for the next guests.
Smoking is not permitted in the property at any time.
Please note for insurance purposes the number of guests must not exceed the total occupancy of the house.
For fire safety reasons please do not use any candles in the property.
Please note parties and loud music are not permitted.
Local Information
Surrounded by apple and pear orchards, Sutton Valence is the middle of The Garden of England. Situated on the Greensand Ridge, the village has long distance views over the Kentish Weald. The two village pubs, The Kings Head and The Queens Head both offer good food and are dog friendly. The nearby villages of Headcorn, 4.5 miles, has a fish and chip shop, an Indian restaurant/takeaway, a Chinese take away, a Kebab Grill and another two pubs. There are two golf courses within a couple of miles, both with gyms for a workout, a bowls club which welcomes visitors and safe farm walks are on the doorstep for you and your four legged friend.
The Greensand Way long distance foot path (some 100 miles from Limpsfield in Surrey to the Royal Military Canal across Romney Marsh) runs through the village and past Little Fountains. The charming villages of Ulcombe, Egerton and Pluckley (known for the filming of 'The Darling Buds of May' and Little Chart are just a walk away. The North Kent Coast is easily accessible, with Whitstable and Margate, and you will pass through Canterbury on your way back. The South Kent Coast offers the historic jewels of Hastings, Winchelsea, Rye and Deal.
Kent offers a wealth of historic houses and castles with just a few being - Leeds Castle, Hever Castle and Dover Castle to name a few. But, for a grand day out with a difference, take the Channel Tunnel and drive to France (just 32 miles down the M20 at junction 11a - check the documents you will need). However, for the full tourist experience, take the train from Headcorn straight into London Charing Cross (1 hour journey) to see Trafalgar Square, The National Gallery, Marble Arch, The Mall, Buckingham Palace and The Houses of Parliament - all within walking distance.
