Hawkhurst Country House
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Overview
*EARLY BIRD 2023*
Book a 2023 villa holiday by 28th February and receive:
- A welcome hamper on arrival
- Up to £100 private chef voucher
- Trees planted to offset 110% of your villa stay
Hawkhurst Country House holds an excellent position within a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, close to the border of Kent and East Sussex. Set in two acres of gardens, guests will enjoy a totally tranquil stay, while a variety of helpful amenities can be found just a fifteen-minute stroll away in the historic village of Hawkhurst.
The beautiful home can comfortably accommodate up to ten guests across its five well-appointed bedrooms. Ideal for multi-generational families, the generous living spaces are perfect for socialising, the drawing room, sitting room and dining hall each boast tasteful interiors and elegant furnishings while the kitchen comes fully-equipped with all the tools you could possibly need to create delicious meals. With super-fast Wi-Fi throughout, Sonos speakers, and multi-channel Freesat 55-inch TV with Amazon Prime and Netflix, there is plenty to keep the older children and teens entertained in the evenings.
Upstairs on the first floor are the five bedrooms. The master bedroom suite is particularly impressive with its Indonesian teakwood four-poster bed, en-suite bathroom, and countryside views. The four remaining bedrooms comprise of two doubles, a twin and one with a trundle bed, which can be configured as a single, twins or a king-size bed on request. Guests staying in these rooms share the use of three fantastic family bathrooms so there is no danger of any queues!
Outside, after action-packed days spent exploring wonderful Kent and East Sussex, spend sunny evenings dining al fresco on the pergola-covered terrace - heaven! The large grounds offer plenty of room for family games, with a flat area ideal for football, cricket or croquet. Not to mention the play area with swings, slide and a tree house which is ideal for kids.

What you should know…
- Please note that there is a large, unfenced pond at the bottom of the garden and so those travelling with younger children should ensure that they are supervised at all times
Property Features
Ground Floor
- Drawing room with cosy wood burner
- Sitting room with 55" Smart TV
- Dining hall
- Study
- Fully-equipped kitchen with breakfast dining facilities
- Cloakroom
First Floor
- Master bedroom with Indonesian teakwood four-poster bed and en-suite bathroom
- Bedroom with king-size bed
- Bedroom with double bed
- Family bathroom
- Bedroom with twin beds
- Bedroom with trundle bed (can be configured as a single, twins or a king-size bed)
- Family shower room
Second Floor
- Library area
- Family bathroom
Exterior Grounds
- Terrace
- Dining facilities
- Pergola
- Weber barbecue (please bring your own charcoal)
- 2.5 acres of gardens
Additional Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- TV
- Selection of board games
- Washing machine & dryer
- 1x basket of logs provided during the Winter months
- Travel cot & highchair available on request
- Ample parking
Location
About the surrounding area of Hawkhurst Country HouseHawkhurst Country House is situated less than a 15-minute stroll from the centre of Hawkhurst village, where a good selection of helpful amenities can be found, including a Tesco, a Waitrose, and a selection of cafes and takeaways. A wider selection of excellent shops and restaurants can be found in the lovely town of Royal Tunbridge Wells, just a 25-minute drive away.
Conveniently situated on the border of Kent and East Sussex, there is plenty to see, do and explore in the surrounding area. For history enthusiasts, Bodiam Castle, Sissinghurst Castle, Scotney Castle and Battle Abbey are all within a 20-minute drive. Leeds Castle is also well worth a visit and just 35-minutes away. A number of excellent vineyards can be found in the local area including Biddenden Vineyards, Balfour Winery and Chapel Down at Tenterden, all within a 25-minute drive. For those with children, The Hop Farm with its animal farm, giant jumping pillows, indoor soft play and adventure play area, makes a fantastic day out and is less than 30-minutes away. For the beach bums, the seaside resorts of Bexhill and Hastings are just a 30-minute drive away.
Local Amenities | |||
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Nearest Town/City |
Royal Tunbridge Wells
(23.6km) |
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Nearest Village |
Hawkhurst
(1.3km) |
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Nearest Restaurant |
The Great House, Hawkhurst
(1.7km) |
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Nearest Supermarket |
Waitrose, Hawkhurst
(1.3km) |
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Nearest Golf |
Lamberhurst Golf Club
(12.7km) |
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Nearest Beach |
Hastings
(24.6km) |
Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesHawkhurst Country House makes an excellent choice for families travelling with children, who are bound to enjoy playing games in the large grounds. One of the bedrooms features twin beds, ideal for siblings or friends to share, while another can be set up with twins on request. For the little ones, a travel cot, highchair and baby bath can be provided on request. There are a wide variety of family-friendly attractions in the surrounding area while the Wi-Fi and Smart TV are bound to keep the teens entertained in the evenings!
*Please note the owner are happy to accept 2 babies in travel cots (In addition to the 10 guests)
Baby and Toddler Equipment
- Cot(s)
- High Chair(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- Walk to Village
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
- Historical Sites
Onsite Facilities
- Swings
- Slide
- Treehouse
- Indoor Games
Extras
At Oliver’s Travels, we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to travel services, we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team, who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team.
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
Oliver's Travels Chef Service: A Gourmet Dining Experience
Make hosting a memorable dinner party at your villa an absolute breeze with our superb Chef Service. Our chefs will take care of everything for you from start to finish so you can just sit back and enjoy the gastronomic experience. They will bring all the necessary ingredients, cook and serve the food and even clean up afterwards. To find out more visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs
Security deposit | £500 credit card authorisation required, it is refunded in full subject to a damage inspection on departure |
Arrival time | After 4pm |
Departure time | Before 10:00 am |
Terms & Conditions
*** The owner requires a list of all the names and ages of every member of the group staying at the house prior to arrival. No extra guests have permission to be on site during the booking***
BOOKING PARTY
The number of people occupying the property must not exceed 10, and their names must be disclosed in the booking form. Use of the property, facilities and grounds by anyone not named on the booking form, including day visitors, is forbidden without prior permission from the homeowners.
The person booking the property must be over 21, and will be responsible for the obligations and conditions of the booking.
HOUSE RULES
The House is a privately-owned home; the use of accommodation, grounds and facilities is entirely at the guests’ risk, and no responsibility can be accepted by the owner for injury to the guest, nor for loss or damage to guests’ belongings. Guest must accept full responsibility for their children’s safety at all times, within the house and in the gardens. By accepting this reservation, it is agreed that all guests are expressly assuming the risk of any harm arising from their use of the premises.
Guests agree to follow the instructions and guidelines found in the Guest Information Pack provided on arrival.
The lead guest is responsible for the property during the hire period and is expected to take good care of it and its contents. The property will be professionally cleaned after your stay but you must leave it in the same clean and tidy condition and state of repair at the end of the letting period as at the beginning.
The lead guest is responsible to the owner for the replacement cost of all breakages and damage that may be incurred during the rental period.
INCLUSIONS
Bed linen – all fitted sheets, duvets, duvet covers, pillows, pillowcases, towels, bathmats, and tea towels are provided. The beds are made up, ready to sleep in, for the guest’s arrival.
The property is cabled for broadband and a WiFi/Ethernet hub is installed; this service is included in the rental rate.
Electricity, gas, water and central heating are included in the rental rate.
INSURANCE
Guests are advised to arrange insurance cover in case of potential cancellation and any accidental damage caused during your stay at the House.
*Please note the owner are happy to accept 2 babies in travel cots (In addition to the 10 guests)
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
Security deposit | £500 credit card authorisation required, it is refunded in full subject to a damage inspection on departure |
Arrival time | After 4pm |
Departure time | Before 10:00 am |
Energy costs included? | Yes, included in the rental price |
Linen & towels included? | Yes, included in the rental price |
End of stay cleaning included? | Yes, included in the rental price |
Internet access? | Yes, Wi-Fi is included in the rental price |
Changeover day | Flexible. Saturday only during Summer |
Minimum stay | Please note that there is a 3-night minimum stay, this may be increased across peak dates |
Pets welcome? | No pets |
Smoking Allowed? | No smoking |
Other Ts and Cs | * The maximum capacity for the property is strictly 10 including children. Guests are not permitted to exceed this limit without express permission |
Other Ts and Cs | No-parties house |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 10 people:
Rental period | 3 Nights | 4 Nights | 5 Nights | Weekly |
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Feb 4th 2023 - Mar 31st 2023 | £1,750 | £1,976 | £2,202 | £2,260 |
Mar 31st 2023 - Apr 14th 2023 | £3,220 | £3,592 | £3,720 | £3,720 |
Apr 14th 2023 - May 26th 2023 | £2,220 | £2,507 | £2,794 | £2,870 |
May 26th 2023 - Jun 2nd 2023 | £3,075 | £3,431 | £3,552 | £3,552 |
Jun 2nd 2023 - Jun 23rd 2023 | £2,312 | £2,605 | £2,898 | £2,929 |
Jun 23rd 2023 - Jul 7th 2023 | £2,810 | £3,165 | £3,521 | £3,552 |
Jul 7th 2023 - Sep 8th 2023 | - | - | - | £3,800 |
Sep 8th 2023 - Sep 22nd 2023 | £2,643 | £2,975 | £3,307 | £3,320 |
Sep 22nd 2023 - Oct 20th 2023 | £2,220 | £2,498 | £2,775 | £2,775 |
Oct 20th 2023 - Nov 3rd 2023 | - | - | - | £3,302 |
Nov 3rd 2023 - Dec 20th 2023 | £1,875 | £2,110 | £2,343 | £2,343 |
Dec 20th 2023 - Dec 27th 2023 | £3,276 | £3,685 | £4,089 | £4,089 |
Dec 27th 2023 - Aug 7th 2024 | £3,276 | £3,685 | £4,089 | £4,089 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
Reviews
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We really did feel at home
We had a wonderful stay at Hawkhurst Country House. Visiting from overseas this was the perfect place for a relaxed catch up with friends and family. The garden with its wonderful open views over the Kent fields was divine - the garden decking the perfect spot to unwind and nature spot. Phillip and Jenny went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. The house was clean, well organised and well stocked with all the amenities we needed. We really did feel at home. The surrounding area is also beautiful making this a perfect place for a longer stay. We'd definitely come and stay here again.
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We will be back!
We could not have picked a more beautiful place for our family getaway. The house and gardens are beautiful and provided everything we needed. The children had a wonderful time, exploring the garden and enjoying all the board games. The hosts communication, help etc has been second to none and we would highly recommend your beautiful home to others. Fabulous. Thank you. We will be back
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It suited us perfectly
Gorgeous house in a fantastic location! We were fortunate to have glorious weather which meant we could take full advantage of the beautiful gardens and spectacular views. There were 10 of us on our annual walking weekend and this house suited us perfectly. The house had every amenity you could ask for and the owners and managers could not have been more accommodating. Thank you!
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A great bank holiday weekend
Ten of us across 3 generations stayed at Hawkhurst Country House over the bank holiday weekend. We had a wonderful time. The house is beautiful, filled with lovely things (art, Knicks knacks, curios etc like a proper home) and practical things (everything you might need in a kitchen, loads of books across a wide range of topics, board games and outdoor activities to keep children entertained). The grounds are lovely, ideal for lazing with a good book. I must mention that the house was very clean and all linen and towels were pristine. Will definitely visit again AND recommend to friends.
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Amazing views!
Wonderful house comfortably furnished with many personal and interesting pieces. The garden and terrace are great - secluded with amazing views across the fields and perfect for stargazing. Excellent location with good amenities nearby in Hawkhurst and a great choice of historic properties, gardens, open spaces, farm shops, coffee shops, pubs, restaurants and the coast all within close proximity.
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A lovely family trip
A family party of eight, aged 38 - 92 all had a wonderful time at Hawkhurst Country House. We all enjoyed meal times gathered around the large kitchen table in the very well equipped kitchen and spent the day after arrival relaxing in the sunshine and exploring the large garden. The choices of lounges meant that you could watch TV or just relax and chat about where we had visited that day. Hawkhurst Country House is a very homely and comfortable place to stay and we all agree we will visit it again.
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Wonderful
We had a wonderful stay in Hawkhurst. The house is well designed for large groups, and our children loved playing in the garden and watching the rabbits in the morning. The hosts are splendid and extremely responsive. The house is well situated, a short walk from local restaurants and shops with good access to Kent and Sussex. We really enjoyed our stay and would happily return.
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