Contemporary modern and spacious with touches of luxury throughout, this lodge really is something special.This accommodation has 1 double bedroom and 1 twin bedroom.Images are representative and may not be the specific accommodation assigned on booking.
Contemporary modern and spacious with touches of luxury throughout, this lodge really is something special.This accommodation has 1 double bedroom and 2 twin bedrooms.Images are representative and may not be the specific accommodation assigned on booking.
The best-known attractions within an easy drive of Harts, with real driving times.
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A conservation charity's wildlife park near Canterbury, with gorillas, elephants and a walk-through lemur enclosure.
Howletts is a wild animal park in the parish of Bekesbourne, near Canterbury, set in about 90 acres of ancient parkland. It opened to the public in 1975 and is run by a charity, the Aspinall Foundation, so your ticket goes towards its conservation work.
Tip: Book online in advance: it gives you access to the park's wet weather policy. Check the talk and feeding boards by the gatehouse when you arrive.
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The seat of the archbishop of Canterbury, on a World Heritage Site with centuries of pilgrim history.
Canterbury Cathedral is the cathedral of the archbishop of Canterbury, the spiritual leader of the Church of England. It stands on the site of one of the oldest Christian structures in England and forms part of a World Heritage Site, along with St Augustine's Abbey and the ancient Church of St Martin.
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A 113-foot Norman keep above the River Medway, with a dramatic siege story behind it.
Rochester Castle stands on the east bank of the River Medway in Kent, guarding an important river crossing on the London road. Its great Norman keep of Kentish ragstone was built about 1127 by William of Corbeil, Archbishop of Canterbury. It has three floors above a basement and still stands 113 feet high. A tall forebuilding with its own defences protects the entrance.
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Explore three historic warships and a Georgian rope factory on an 80-acre former Royal Navy dockyard.
The Historic Dockyard Chatham is a maritime museum on 80 acres of the former Royal Navy dockyard in Kent, which claims to be the world's most complete dockyard of the age of sail. The site has over 100 buildings and structures, from the Georgian and Victorian periods through to the present day.
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A royal castle on islands in a lake, once home to Edward I and Catherine of Aragon.
Leeds Castle stands on islands in a lake formed by the River Len, about 7 miles south-east of Maidstone in Kent. It is a Grade I listed estate, and a castle has stood on the site since Saxon times. The building you see today is mostly early 19th century, remodelled in a Tudor style.
Tip: Look out for the painting of Henry VIII meeting Francis I of France, and the doublet worn at the Battle of Maidstone, both on display.
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A Kent racing circuit that has hosted the British Grand Prix and still stages car and bike race meetings.
Brands Hatch is a motor racing circuit at West Kingsdown in Kent. It began as a grassy hollow used by cyclists and motorcyclists in the 1920s and 1930s, and became a tarmac car and motorbike circuit in 1950. It later hosted 12 runnings of the British Grand Prix between 1964 and 1986.
Tip: Check the event calendar on the Brands Hatch website before you go, as the track activity changes day to day and each event has its own Book Now link.
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A 40-acre woodland park near Herne Bay and Canterbury, home to around fifty native British species.
Wildwood is a woodland discovery park on the A291 between Herne Bay and Canterbury. Its 40 acres sit within the larger West Blean woods and are home to around fifty native British species. It is run as a conservation charity, and the trust has been involved in bringing European bison back to Blean Woods.
Tip: Parking is free, but space for coaches and minibuses is limited in peak seasons. Dogs, including guide dogs, are not allowed.
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The UK's largest military engineering museum, with 25 Victoria Crosses, a V2 rocket and a Harrier Jump Jet.
The Royal Engineers Museum in Gillingham is the UK's largest military engineering museum, telling the story of the Corps of Royal Engineers over two centuries. It is housed in the Ravelin Building at Brompton Barracks.
Tip: The museum is buggy-friendly apart from the World War One trench, but there is no buggy parking.
Drive times are typical times by car with no traffic. Check opening times and book tickets on each attraction's own website before you go.
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37 reviews from guests who stayed at Harts
Great week away looking forwardto re booking in the future
The accommodation was really nice but more can be done when it comes to deep cleaning and preparing it as we spent a bit of time on arrival cleaning some of the surfaces and furniture properly. But overall the kids enjoyed and fun was had by all.
Great caravan for size and layout, albeit a dirty shower and some dry blood stains in the lounge. The caravan was sold as an 8 berth and fortunately there was only 4 of us as we only had 4 dinner plates.
The beds were not comfortable - mattresses need replacement.
Caravan was small, carpets and sofa filthy. Bathroom smelt of mould / damp. Kitchen was poorly equipped and the one tray in the cupboard was dirty. No dustpan and brush to clean. Table was falling apart maintenance had to come and fix it. Bedrooms were tiny but clean, the plastic on the mattresses is rather uncomfortable and annoying.
Will definitely book another caravan at this park clean tidy and nice friendly staff location great for a seaside resort lots of shops selling buckets and spades etc and food outlets
Never again
All awful it stank it was not clean our dining table was broke we dreaded touching anything incase it broke
The toilet brush smelt of cigarettes when arrived from the last people. Caravans to packed in close together. Caravan very spacious good shower with hot water.
the caravan was lovely
We had a really lovely stay! Sharon and Robert were such warm hosts, making us feel totally at home. The place had everything we needed-spotlessly clean, comfy and secure for our dog, Archie. The location was perfect, with loads of nice walks around and the charming villages nearby. Honestly, we left feeling super relaxed and recharged - it was just what we needed. Definitely a great break for us!
We have stayed in platinum lodges before, but this one was very spacious and had ample storage. Lovely lodge with everything you need.
I did not enjoy our stay in this caravan. The caravan was clean and tidy. But there was no products for daily use like kitchen rolls, washing up liquid. There was no personal care products either like hand wash, towels, duvets. The water tasted off and we had digestion from drinking the tap water. The toilets very very small and could hardly fit inside.
We had a lovely stay at this charming cottage tucked away on a working farm, yet it feels really private. The owners, Robert and Sharon, are such friendly people, making us feel right at home. The place itself is surprisingly spacious, with well-equipped kitchen and bathroom, plus a super comfy bed. The garden is perfect for dogs - totally secure and with nice outdoor furniture. Plenty of walks nearby and we enjoyed dining out in Thaxted at The Star and The Maypole - both are worth a visit. Honestly, wed happily go back!
We spent a week here from 15th to 22nd July with our two adorable mini dachshunds and they loved every minute of it! The village of Thaxted is charming and the cottage itself is cosy with a lovely touch - the hot tub. It was perfect for cooling off during the hottest days of the year. The hosts were genuinely friendly and made us feel really welcome. Watching planes land near Stansted was surprisingly fun, adding a bit of excitement to our stay. Overall, a lovely place wed happily return to!
We had a really relaxing weekend here, perfect for our quiet anniversary. Definitely recommend it!
Such a serene spot, really loved the Jacuzzi, cant wait to return!
The caravan was super tidy and looked after really well!
We had such a lovely stay at this cosy spot tucked away in a peaceful setting. The owners were genuinely friendly and always on hand if we needed anything, but they kept a respectful distance to maintain privacy. The hot tub was a real treat after a long day of cycling. One thing to note is that the cottage is right under Stansteds flight path, so aircraft noise is noticeable. It didnt bother us too much once we got used to it, but its worth mentioning if youre sensitive to noise. Overall, a great place to unwind!
Really enjoyed our stay, felt so comfortable here.
We had such a lovely stay at this cottage! It truly has everything you could need, so theres no need to pack much. We were surprised at how well stocked it was - I ended up overloading the car! The welcome pack was really handy, with all the info and menus, which showed how much thought had gone into it. The little extras for us and our dogs were a lovely touch. The enclosed garden was perfect for the pups and the hot tub was the cherry on top. Thanks for a great break!
The caravan was spotless and really comfy, which we appreciated. However, missing essentials like a hairdryer and iron was a bit disappointing. Still, a nice stay overall!
We had a fantastic stay at this lovely cottage! It really has everything you could need - we didnt have to bring a thing. The welcome pack was so handy, full of useful info and menus, which was a nice touch. The enclosed garden made it perfect for our dogs, who loved every minute. The hot tub was the highlight - absolutely amazing after a day out. Sharon and Robe were quick to respond whenever we had questions. Thanks for a wonderful break, well definitely be coming back!
Really enjoyed the stay overall
The caravan was really spacious and spotless, perfect for five of us. The sofa wasnt the comfiest, but fine for a quick weekend trip. We had a good time overall!
We booked a dog walking getaway and it was just what we needed. The place was lovely, with great local pubs and endless country walks nearby. Our dog loved it and didnt want to leave! Definitely recommend.
We stayed at this place during a rainy December and honestly, it was perfect. The house is super well-equipped and kept us cosy the whole time. The bath was fantastic and the shower was a nice big one-just what we needed. The location is ideal, especially if your dogs hate fireworks, as its really out in the middle of nowhere. No noise at all from the flight path either. Thanks a lot!
We really enjoyed our stay at Goddard Mead! The cottage had everything we needed and the walks right outside were lovely. The owners made us feel so welcome, it was a great experience.
We stayed at this place during a rainy December and honestly, it was perfect for us. The house is super well equipped and kept us really warm, which was a bonus. The bath was lovely and the shower was big enough for a proper rinse. The location is great, especially if youve got dogs that hate fireworks - no noise at all! Thanks a lot, we really enjoyed it!
We had a lovely stay at this peaceful spot. Sharon and Robert really go above and beyond to make sure everythings just right. Even though its our second time, were already planning to come back again soon!
A lovely site right near the beach with great staff and clean facilities
Fantastic - took 1, 13 and 15 year old so much to do and so many arcades and so close to the beach - it won’t disappoint - swimming pool was a little naff - staff bit rude and had to book at 9.15 in the morning to go that day (ask to book the next day too !)
I only used the club for a couple of hours. The Cabaret was very good but it was so loud we left. We didn’t use any other facilities on the site.
Only stayed two nights.
Caravan was perfect but had no chopping board which seemed a bit weird. That was my only criticism.
Everything you need for a family break and only 10 mins away from the sea
Very good caravan and location . We been here 4 times in last 2 years and we enjoyed very well .
The best site I’ve ever stayed on. Had a lovely stay, lots to do, walk away from a lovely beach, will definitely be coming back.
Second time staying here within 2 months. Absolutely love it. Cannot fault anything. Will be booking again very soon. Thank you to all the staff.
