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Great Higham Oast and Cottages by Bloom Stays - sleeps 18 guests in 6 bedrooms

Discover a peaceful retreat with log-fueled wood burners, ample outdoor spaces perfect for BBQs, and an eco-friendly ethos that will make you feel good about your stay.

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Exterior
TV, fireplace
Dining
6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 18237 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Great Higham Oast and Cottages by Bloom Stays - sleeps 18 guests in 6 bedrooms

Great Higham Oast: Sleeps 10 in 4 bedrooms, 1 reception room, 2 bathrooms (1 en-suite) and 1 WC.

Entered through the hallway with room for coats and boots, leading to the spacious open plan living area.

Ground Floor
Sitting Area: Open plan with seating for 10, TV / DVD player and Sky TV are available.
Kitchen: Equipped with dishwasher, fridge, freezer, washing machine, electric oven and hob, microwave and extractor fan, the adjoining dining table seats 10.
Family bedroom (sleeps 4) - 2 x zip link single beds (Double bed available on request), 1x standard single bed, 1x pull out single bed and a wood burning stove.
WC with wash hand basin

Second Floor
Master bedroom (sleeps 2) double bed, en-suite with shower cubicle
Twin bedrooms (sleeps 2) single beds (double on request)
Twin bedrooms (sleeps 2) single beds (double on request)
​Family bathroom with bath and hand-held shower over

Outside
Outside there is a south facing patio which seats 10 and a BBQ and further outside space to the rear. Undercover car parking for two cars is available.

Cherry Cottage and Plum Cottage: both sleep 4.
Sitting room: French doors lead to patio area, wood burning stove with an ample supply of logs, sofas (1 sofa bed), TV/DVD, WiFi
Kitchen: breakfast bar, washing machine, fridge, electric oven, electric hobs, microwave oven and kettle. Dining table seats four
Galleried twin bedroom (sleeps 2), 2 single beds
Family bathroom on the ground floor, bath, integral shower
Secluded garden (not enclosed) with BBQ, patio and seating for 4. Private covered off road parking for two cars. Shared use of outside swimming pool and tennis courts.

A security deposit of £500 is required at this property. 
This is a carbon neutral development and all heating is supplied by the estates own coppiced woodland at no charge to the holidaymaker.
In addition, much of the electricity comes from a renewable source.
All logs for the wood burner are provided free of charge.
Guests use the pool facilities at their own risk, and due to harsh chemicals used for maintenance purposes some skin types may react. Please note the pool is heated, and available from Good Friday to 31st October, but is weather dependent.
Pool towels are not provided, please bring your own.
Guests who are using Great Higham Farm as a celebration venue should be aware that music is only permitted until midnight. Please be respectful of neighbouring properties and refrain from making any noise after this time.
Please note fireworks/chinese lanterns are not permitted at this property.
BBQ's are coal fuelled - The coal is not supplied
Pets are welcome. If you wish to bring a pet please let us know. Please note additional pet charges are £35 per pet per week (or part of) will be charged.

Property manager

Bloom Stays Holiday Letting Agency

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • WiFi available (fee applies)

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony or patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Tennis on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2551 sq ft (237 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Great Higham Oast Cottages Sleeps 18 Guests in 6 Bedrooms
570587

About the neighborhood

Map
Sittingbourne, Kent

What's nearby

  • Kent Science Park - 5 min drive
  • Sittingbourne and Kemsley Light Railway - 9 min drive
  • Leeds Castle - 14 min drive
  • Mote Park - 16 min drive
  • Elmley National Nature Reserve - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Maidstone Harrietsham Station - 10 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lucky House - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lateef Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Empress of India - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Crispin's Fish Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dover Castle Inn - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Higham Oast and Cottages by Bloom Stays - sleeps 18 guests in 6 bedrooms pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Great Higham Oast and Cottages by Bloom Stays - sleeps 18 guests in 6 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great Higham Oast and Cottages by Bloom Stays - sleeps 18 guests in 6 bedrooms?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Great Higham Oast and Cottages by Bloom Stays - sleeps 18 guests in 6 bedrooms located?

This family-friendly Sittingbourne cottage is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of St John the Baptist, Doddington and The Hawking Centre. Kent Science Park is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

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Great Higham Oast and Cottages by Bloom Stays - sleeps 18 guests in 6 bedrooms Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

We would visit again!
We had a very comfortable stay, the cottage was clean and well equipped. We were lucky with the weather, enjoyed the pool and tennis court.
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10/10 Excellent

Weekend away
Lovely weekend away. Was very lovely and clean and well kept. Beautiful grounds and just a great weekend
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10/10 Excellent

Heather F.

Fantastic Oast House stay, comfortable and clean in the main house and Cottages!
Access to lovely swimming pool and beautiful grounds, household items supplied as standard! Fab weekend!

10/10 Excellent

Tara L., Kent United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hen weekend
The house was perfect, the staff were very helpful and we had an amazing time
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret P.

Family Gathering
Amazing stay with all the family together for my Mums 88th Birthday. House had everything we needed, was warm and comfortable, with plenty of room for everyone. Would definitely stay here again.
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10/10 Excellent

Great place
The Oast and cottages were just lovely. Quant, cute and typical English feel to them. The communication from start to finish was amazing. The housekeeper, was particularly easy to communicate with and was very helpful and friendly. Would definitley recommend and will be looking to book another one of Blooms properties.

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonky Weekend
I booked this for a weekend break with my friends to celebrate my 50th birthday. The house and the cottages are beautiful, they have all the amenities you could need. What made the weekend for us was the swimming pool, we literally spent the whole day in and around the pool. I would highly recommend this property and the hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Alan T.

Great Family Weekend
We went for a surprise birthday weekend for my wife, the accommodation was spacious and facilities were great.. Swimming pool and tennis court. Very clean and the grounds were superb.. There were 17 of us but plenty of room across the 3 houses(the oast & 2 cottages) bonus of 3 kitchens for the big birthday dinner on the Saturday night Grounds were well kept and very tidy We are thinking about booking again it was such a great place Top place

8/10 Good

Ian I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Warm Heated pool
The whole family loved the pool and enjoyed the tennis court. Using the cottages for 4 people means that 2 people in the attic look down on the 2 below. The Wi-Fi in Oast did not work. We said this but it was not made good as promised. (This is trivial) The family loved it and would book again. The online listing did not say how good the pool is.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Fabulous weekend
We booked out the house and cottages for a family celebration and could not have asked for a more perfect weekend. Mandy the housekeeper was very helpful throughout our experience. Set in the most picturesque countryside offering beautiful walks and lazy Summers days by the pool. My family also enjoyed the tennis courts and BBQ areas. This place is kept clean and beautiful which is just how we left it. We will defiantly book again Thank you Bloom Stays for finding this little gem hidden in the Kent countryside. The only downside are the roads leading to the house... you need to be a confident driver to travel on these country lanes which very often are only for one car.
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10/10 Excellent

Danni A.

Fantastic Stay, perfect idyllic location!
I arrived here for my sisters hen weekend, we stayed at both Plum and Cherry Cottage. Both cottages were clean, well equipped and had a comfy relaxed feel. Mandy was extremely lovely and welcoming checking that had settled ok and answered any questions we had. The pool was lovely and warm to use! Such lovely views surrounding with walks and countryside. We were able to have such a great time! It’s also a great location for any get together or family holiday! I would defiantly recommend it to anyone, as would the girls who stayed also!
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10/10 Excellent

Lara O.

Winter escape
We could not have wished for a better place for a uk get away. The cottages and oast house could easily accommodate all 15 of us and two dogs with loads of room to chill out or get competitive on the tennis court! The place was very clean and well equipped with cooking things ready to host a big dinner party on the weekend. We found a wonderful Walk from the bottom of the garden that ended up at a nearby local pub. Would definitely come back here!
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10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

Excellent venue for family gathering
We thoroughly enjoyed our 4 night break in Great Higham Oast and cottages. All accommodation was well equipped and spotlessly clean. We were a family group ranging from 12 to 67 years old. The two older couples stayed in the cottages (for a bit of peace and quiet if required) and joined the rest of the family in the Oast during the day. We could not find any information on how to control the heating and we found the bedrooms a bit too warm at night time, but it did not spoil our stay. I was aware who could be contacted if any problems arose but I did not feel that was necessary. I hope all properties with Bloom Stays are as good as this one because I will certainly be looking with them for future bookings.
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8/10 Good

Paul B.

Lovely Place
We had the Oast House plus the 2 cottages. Lovely places. Pool and tennis court a great bonus, beds really comfy. Would happily stay again.
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10/10 Excellent

James G.

Perfect retreat for our family
We booked the Last and both cottages for our extended family consisting of 10 adults, 7 teenagers and 1 toddler (and 2 dogs) and the properties were perfect for our long awaited (due to COVID) family get together. We had two families stating in the Past house which is beautiful and so well equipped with everything we needed. All the plates/cups, kitchen equipment you could want (including a washing machine and the much needed dishwasher). The two cottages were perfect for the two families of 4 that occupied them and were equally well appointed. We had perfect sunshine for the entire 5 days and spent days playing tennis and swimming in the heated pool ( given how warm the weather was it was actually too warm but would have been lovely had the weather been cooler). Because of how perfect the place was other than a walk through the corn fields to the local pub (about 20mins) we didn't leave the property except for shopping at the Sainsbury's which is about 15mins away in Sittingbourne. A perfect retreat for our family get together and have already booked for next year. Customer service from Bloom was brilliant and answered all our questions before we arrived. Thank you!
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10/10 Excellent

James G.

Perfect retreat for our family
We booked the Last and both cottages for our extended family consisting of 10 adults, 7 teenagers and 1 toddler (and 2 dogs) and the properties were perfect for our long awaited (due to COVID) family get together. We had two families stating in the Past house which is beautiful and so well equipped with everything we needed. All the plates/cups, kitchen equipment you could want (including a washing machine and the much needed dishwasher). The two cottages were perfect for the two families of 4 that occupied them and were equally well appointed. We had perfect sunshine for the entire 5 days and spent days playing tennis and swimming in the heated pool ( given how warm the weather was it was actually too warm but would have been lovely had the weather been cooler). Because of how perfect the place was other than a walk through the corn fields to the local pub (about 20mins) we didn't leave the property except for shopping at the Sainsbury's which is about 15mins away in Sittingbourne. A perfect retreat for our family get together and have already booked for next year. Customer service from Bloom was brilliant and answered all our questions before we arrived. Thank you!
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10/10 Excellent

James G.

Perfect retreat for our family
We booked the Last and both cottages for our extended family consisting of 10 adults, 7 teenagers and 1 toddler (and 2 dogs) and the properties were perfect for our long awaited (due to COVID) family get together. We had two families stating in the Past house which is beautiful and so well equipped with everything we needed. All the plates/cups, kitchen equipment you could want (including a washing machine and the much needed dishwasher). The two cottages were perfect for the two families of 4 that occupied them and were equally well appointed. We had perfect sunshine for the entire 5 days and spent days playing tennis and swimming in the heated pool ( given how warm the weather was it was actually too warm but would have been lovely had the weather been cooler). Because of how perfect the place was other than a walk through the corn fields to the local pub (about 20mins) we didn't leave the property except for shopping at the Sainsbury's which is about 15mins away in Sittingbourne. A perfect retreat for our family get together and have already booked for next year. Customer service from Bloom was brilliant and answered all our questions before we arrived. Thank you!
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10/10 Excellent

Frederique V.

Simply perfect
We had a fantastic time. Everything was absolutly excellent... no negative things to say!!! After 4 months of lockdown we had a fantastic sensation to live normally again!
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10/10 Excellent

Tom H.

A perfect stay!
If you’re looking for a peaceful, beautiful, clean, and spacious stay, with plenty of comfy beds, a heated pool and lovely walks, then look no further. 5 of us stayed (in separate rooms) and there was more than enough space for everyone. The value for money was undeniably excellent, and we’ll most certainly be back to stay again!
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10/10 Excellent

David M.

An amazing setting With comfort and space.
We have just stayed Monday to Friday and had a great break. The properties are well equipped and offer lots of space for all the family. The swimming pool was lovely and warm and the tennis court was such a bonus and provided extra fun. The beds are really comfortable and the bathrooms are modern and the shower had an amazing pressure. If you want privacy from your stay with great nearby attractions then this is the place. Thank you for organising this lovely place.
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10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

Great stay
Great place, stayed here with 15 people, came last year ,this year and booked again for next year.tennis court and swimming pool are great.
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10/10 Excellent

Vicki L.

Lovely place to stay for the weekend
We had a really lovely time staying in the cottages. The place had all the cooking equipment we needed and the pool was great. There was a lot of space for us to have a good time.