Merryweather
Harbledown, Canterbury
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Wake to orchard views each morning you stay at Merryweather, a charming countryside retreat that's located just outside Canterbury. Offering a peaceful rural setting with just a five-minute drive to the city, this Kent holiday home provides easy access to Canterbury’s cultural attractions when you want them, providing the best of both worlds.
Inside, the interiors have been thoughtfully designed with guests' comfort and practicality in mind. A semi open-plan layout allows for sociable living, while still offering quieter and more private corners to unwind. At the heart of the home, the kitchen – truly any chef's delight – features handcrafted cabinetry, marble worktops, and a vaulted ceiling, with range cooker and central island creating space to bring everyone together. Sliding doors lead through to the dining room, while the sitting room has a wood burner for cosy evenings, and the separate games room gives everyone somewhere else to disappear to.
Upstairs, the four bedrooms all look out across the surrounding countryside. The master suite has a super-king bed, en suite bathroom and French doors opening onto a private balcony – a lovely spot for that first cup of coffee while the orchards wake up below. The remaining bedrooms are supremely comfortable too, and well suited to families or groups of friends sharing the house.
From the dining room, bi-fold doors extend out and into the garden, where the patio – with barbecue – looks over a mature lawn bordered by beautiful seasonal planting. Fully enclosed and perfect for little legs to explore freely, the garden provides a secure space for children to play, while the wider countryside keeps the setting feeling wonderfully peaceful.
Well positioned for exploring the area, Merryweather offers easy access to the historic streets of Canterbury, the rolling hills of the Kent countryside, and the coast. Whitstable is within reach for seafood and seaside walks, while a number of local vineyards, including Domaine Evremond, Chartham Vineyard, and Heppington, are a short drive away, making this a well-located base for a varied stay in Kent.
