Smarden, Kent
Accommodating 11-15 guests
Smarden, Kent
Accommodating 11-15 guests
Blackthorn House is a striking contemporary retreat, where soaring ceilings, light-filled interiors and beautifully designed open-plan spaces create an effortless sense of style and comfort. With generous areas for relaxing and entertaining both inside and out, the main house and separate two-bedroom lodge accommodate up to 15 guests, just a short stroll from the charming Kent village of Smarden.
Location - Blackthorn House is perfectly positioned in Smarden, a quintessential Kentish village often described as one of the prettiest in the county. Rich in history and character, its picturesque streets are lined with timber-framed houses, thatched cottages and traditional country pubs. Beyond the village, beautiful Kent countryside awaits, with an abundance of scenic footpaths and the renowned Dering Woods stretching towards nearby Pluckley.
Nearest Train Station: Pluckley 6 minutes (3 miles) and Headcorn 9 minutes (4 miles)
Nearest Airport: London Gatwick 1 hour and 5 minutes (54 miles)
London: 1 hour 45 minutes by car (58 miles) or 58 minutes by train (London Charing Cross to Headcorn) or 1 hour 4 minutes by train (London Charing Cross to Pluckley)
11-15 Guests
BBQ - charcoal is provided
Nespresso Coffee Machine
Sorry No Dogs or Pets Allowed
Arrival Day(s): Fridays or Mondays
Check In: After 3:00pm
Check Out: Before 10:00am
Cautionary Damage Deposit: £1,000
Catering
Spa Treatments
Additional Housekeeping
Linen Change
Location - Blackthorn House is perfectly positioned in Smarden, a quintessential Kentish village often described as one of the prettiest in the county. Rich in history and character, its picturesque streets are lined with timber-framed houses, thatched cottages and traditional country pubs. Beyond the village, beautiful Kent countryside awaits, with an abundance of scenic footpaths and the renowned Dering Woods stretching towards nearby Pluckley.
Nearest Train Station: Pluckley 6 minutes (3 miles) and Headcorn 9 minutes (4 miles)
Nearest Airport: London Gatwick 1 hour and 5 minutes (54 miles)
London: 1 hour 45 minutes by car (58 miles) or 58 minutes by train (London Charing Cross to Headcorn) or 1 hour 4 minutes by train (London Charing Cross to Pluckley)
Blackthorn House comfortably accommodates 11–15 guests, with three beautifully appointed en-suite bedrooms in the main house and a further two bedrooms, plus a double sofa bed in the Lodge. Two additional single floor mattresses are also available for an extra charge.
Outdoor Swimming Pool
Enjoy leisurely days beside the stunning heated swimming pool, with a constant 1.5m depth (available from May to September). Stretch out on a poolside sunbed beneath an umbrella, or sink into the sumptuous deep sofas, perfectly placed for relaxing, unwinding or snoozing in the sunshine.
Main House - Ground Floor
Living Room: a stylish and welcoming space with a generous corner sofa, comfortable armchairs and pouffe, centred around a flat-screen TV and coffee table, with an electric keyboard for a touch of musical entertainment.
Gym: keep active during your stay in the well-equipped gym, complete with a Peloton bike, weight racks and a selection of free weights for strength and fitness training.
Kitchen/Dining/Snug Room: a beautifully crafted Roma Interiors kitchen with NEFF appliances, including two ovens and dishwashers, a five-ring gas hob, American-style fridge/freezer and coffee machine. A large island, dining for eight and cosy snug with wood burner and TV complete the space, with bi-fold doors opening onto the terrace and gardens.
Utility/Boot Room: with additional storage space and washing machine and tumble dryer.
Grounds
Set within an acre of beautifully landscaped gardens, the outdoor spaces are designed for relaxed entertaining. Wrap-around stone and porcelain terraces lead to an impressive outdoor kitchen with a Kamado oven, gas hob, fridge and sink, alongside a rustic wooden bar perfect for summer cocktails. As evening falls, gather around the wood burner or fire pits, while a basketball hoop, table tennis, darts and French boules offer plenty of entertainment for all ages.
Main House - First Floor
Master Bedroom: with a super king-size bed and en-suite bathroom with a free-standing bath and a walk-in shower.
Bedroom 2: with a king-size bed and a single bed.
Bedroom 3: with a king-size bed and en-suite bathroom with a shower.
Lodge - Ground Floor
Kitchen/Living/Dining Room: a stylish, fully equipped kitchen with an oven, microwave, induction hob, fridge, freezer and dishwasher, complemented by a dining area for six. A comfortable sofa, armchair, coffee table and flat-screen TV create a relaxed space for unwinding.
Shower Room: with a shower.
Lodge - First Floor
Bedroom 1: with a king-size bed and en-suite bathroom with a shower over the bath.
Bedroom 2: with twin beds.
A charming private courtyard, offering a peaceful and secluded space to relax and unwind outdoors.
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