The Gate House
Alkham Nr Folkestone
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Cradled within the peaceful Alkham Valley near the seaside town of Folkestone, is this heart-stirring luxury cottage that oozes characterful charm and bags of period features. The location being so wonderfully rural yet so close to the sea sets this home apart as well as outstanding gardens and country views all set within acres of land close (ish) to the main manor house.
Experience the warmth and hospitality at this original gatehouse cottage, which is perfectly formed for two to four guests to enjoy. The jewel in the crown is the roll-top bath in the master bedroom that overlooks the ornate gardens of a manor estate - utter romance and a place to sit back and admire for your time there in your little kingdom.
Experience the warmth and hospitality at this original gatehouse cottage, which is perfectly formed for two to four guests to enjoy. The jewel in the crown is the roll-top bath in the master bedroom that overlooks the ornate gardens of a manor estate - utter romance and a place to sit back and admire for your time there in your little kingdom.
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About the House
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The Gate House: sleeps 4 people, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 reception room, patio and gardens, parking on the drive, BBQ. Access by arrangement to shared tennis courts.
Ground Floor
Entry into the hall leads to stairs to upper bedrooms and onwards into living space
Sitting room: seating for 4 / 6, log burning fireplace, Smart screen TV
Kitchen: partly open plan around the corner from the living space
Includes electric oven and hob, extractor fan,built-in tall fridge / freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and microwave oven
Dining area, table to seat 4
Downstairs shower rooms (behind the kitchen): WC, wall in shower cubicle
First Floor - via the hallway at the front of home
Master double room (sleeps 2) king size bed, wardrobe, chest of drawers, en-suite bathroom: note open to the room with partial glass divide. WC, sink and roll top bath with beautiful views over the garden. Super romantic!
Twin bedroom (sleeps 2) on two single beds, chest of drawers and hanging hooks.
Outside
A wrap around garden area (not fully enclosed) sweeps around the cottage. The garden leads around to a hidden sunny patio with table and chairs for four. The hedge has a “peak gap” offering lovely countryside views.
Coal bbq
On drive parking for 2 cars
Services
Wifi
Central heating throughout
Ground Floor
Entry into the hall leads to stairs to upper bedrooms and onwards into living space
Sitting room: seating for 4 / 6, log burning fireplace, Smart screen TV
Kitchen: partly open plan around the corner from the living space
Includes electric oven and hob, extractor fan,built-in tall fridge / freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and microwave oven
Dining area, table to seat 4
Downstairs shower rooms (behind the kitchen): WC, wall in shower cubicle
First Floor - via the hallway at the front of home
Master double room (sleeps 2) king size bed, wardrobe, chest of drawers, en-suite bathroom: note open to the room with partial glass divide. WC, sink and roll top bath with beautiful views over the garden. Super romantic!
Twin bedroom (sleeps 2) on two single beds, chest of drawers and hanging hooks.
Outside
A wrap around garden area (not fully enclosed) sweeps around the cottage. The garden leads around to a hidden sunny patio with table and chairs for four. The hedge has a “peak gap” offering lovely countryside views.
Coal bbq
On drive parking for 2 cars
Services
Wifi
Central heating throughout
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Things You Need to Know
Towels and linen provided
Wifi
Central heating
BBQ
The owners family live on the estate in the manor, driveway shared
1 dog allowed, please note pet fees of £35 per pet per week (or part of) apply
Private parking space for two cars alongside property
Travel cot and high chair available on request
A late checkout of 4:00pm on Sundays is available free of charge. Please get in touch with Bloom Stays if required.
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House Rules
We would respectfully ask that the following house rules are adhered to, to avoid any damages to our beautiful holiday home. Should any damages arise please note charges may be taken from your security deposit.
Please ensure you check out on time to allow our housekeepers to enter the property and prepare it for the next guests.
Smoking is not permitted in the property at any time.
Please note for insurance purposes the number of guests must not exceed the total occupancy of the house.
For fire safety reasons please do not use any candles in the property.
Please note stag parties are not permitted.
Please note quiet hours are between 11pm and 9am. Please be respectful to our neighbours. -
Parking Instructions
Private parking space for two cars alongside property.
In the Area
Perfectly located in a wonderful country spot yet so close to the coast of Dover, Folkestone and back to the Cathedral city of Canterbury.
Dover - less than a couple of miles away here you will find the well-known Dover Castle, there are also dramatic cliff-top walks to the lighthouse as well as the nature park Samphire Hoe - perfect for family exploration and more.
Folkestone - is a super up-and-coming trendy seaside town. The harbour is where all the action can be found including the Harbour arm with street food, yummy cocktails from Wildbox bars, Macknade eaterie/food court and of course, like you might expect a host of fish and chip shops, fresh seafood stalls, proper English pubs and little shops for trinkets for the little ones. If you venture just away from the harbour you can discover Steep street and the Bayle with vintage shops, art galleries, and Steep street cafe for the best cakes and coffees! Seaside activities can be enjoyed in both Dover and Folkestone. Paddleboarding, kayaking and water games can be booked before and on a day out.
Shopping is best found in Canterbury and here the cobbled streets and cafes with a mix of branded shops and boutiques will give you the retail buzz you may be looking for. Canterbury also homes Chimera an indoor climbing wall, as well as Escape rooms - ideal on those less than sunny days. For more recommendations on things to do and see check out our travel guides on Folkestone, Canterbury, Hythe & Sandgate and Ashford.
Getting to Alkham:
Trains from London go into Canterbury West on high speed (buses connections and or taxi services)
The local station is Folkestone West - trains come in from Charing Cross directly.
Dover - less than a couple of miles away here you will find the well-known Dover Castle, there are also dramatic cliff-top walks to the lighthouse as well as the nature park Samphire Hoe - perfect for family exploration and more.
Folkestone - is a super up-and-coming trendy seaside town. The harbour is where all the action can be found including the Harbour arm with street food, yummy cocktails from Wildbox bars, Macknade eaterie/food court and of course, like you might expect a host of fish and chip shops, fresh seafood stalls, proper English pubs and little shops for trinkets for the little ones. If you venture just away from the harbour you can discover Steep street and the Bayle with vintage shops, art galleries, and Steep street cafe for the best cakes and coffees! Seaside activities can be enjoyed in both Dover and Folkestone. Paddleboarding, kayaking and water games can be booked before and on a day out.
Shopping is best found in Canterbury and here the cobbled streets and cafes with a mix of branded shops and boutiques will give you the retail buzz you may be looking for. Canterbury also homes Chimera an indoor climbing wall, as well as Escape rooms - ideal on those less than sunny days. For more recommendations on things to do and see check out our travel guides on Folkestone, Canterbury, Hythe & Sandgate and Ashford.
Getting to Alkham:
Trains from London go into Canterbury West on high speed (buses connections and or taxi services)
The local station is Folkestone West - trains come in from Charing Cross directly.
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