Holiday cottages in Sevenoaks
Nestled amidst rolling green countryside and vineyard-draped valleys, Sevenoaks beckons with its quintessentially Kentish charm. With many irresistible gardens, stately homes and picturesque landscapes, you’ll find plenty to add to your Kent holiday itinerary.
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Holiday homes in Sevenoaks, Kent
Escape to Sevenoaks and stay in Bushes Oast, a beautifully renovated oast house offering a mix of antique and contemporary styles. This holiday home in the Sevenoaks Weald has breathtaking views across the Weald of Kent, a designated AONB. For keen walkers, the famous ‘Greensand Way‘ footpath is on your doorstep or for a spot of shopping and entertainment the quaint town centre of Sevenoaks is a 10-minute drive.
What’s in the area
Seamlessly connected to London by rail and road, Sevenoaks embodies a vibrant community steeped in history and heritage. Check out Knole House, Hever Castle, Penshurst Place and Leeds Castle all wonderful Kent hot spots and very close by. Those seeking out National Trust treasures could do much worse than stunning Sevenoaks, with the town’s prowess boasting Chartwell, the historic home of Winston Churchill, Ightham Mote and the beautiful Sissinghurst Castle Gardens.
For sport enthusiasts, the area is well known for cycling with famous routes such as Bayley’s Hill, Yorks Hill and Ide Hill being within a few miles of the property. For golf lovers, Knole Park Golf Club is approximately 5 miles away and is reputed to be Kent’s No.1 inland course.
Combining woodland, wildlife, and the River Darent within its 55 hectares, the Sevenoaks Wildlife Reserve provides a half-day well spent, with visitors invited to walk its paths and discover an impressive number of wintering wildfowl, birds, and dragonflies. On the opposite side of town, pedestrians can enter Knole Park free of charge and take advantage of the parkland’s colour coded routes, leading them through woods, hills, and valleys – the whole area being a Site of Special Scientific Interest.
For leisurely drinks or exclusive private bookings, don’t miss a visit to The Mount Vineyard in nearby Shoreham. Spanning 10 acres, The Mount produces award-winning still and sparkling wines, each bottle encapsulating centuries of Kentish history within the unique microclimate of the Darent Valley.
For motorsports enthusiasts, there’s also Brands Hatch; one of the world’s most iconic sporting venues, this circuit just outside Sevenoaks hosts some of the most prestigious events on two and four wheels.
Explore the very best of the Garden of England with Sevenoaks’ beautiful gardens and green spaces. Discover the 12 acres of pretty gardens, rare shrubs and exotic perennials at Riverhill Himalayan Gardens; enjoy the profusion of roses and other blooms at Emmetts Garden; and pay a visit to nearby Castle Farm, home to lavender fields as far as the eye can see, and a truly wonderful experience.
Sevenoaks and its surrounds are filled with castles and grand estates, all of which offer a fascinating and enjoyable day out for families. Keen castle lovers need look no further than the enchanting, double-moated 13th-century Hever Castle, the childhood home to Anne Boleyn. For a stately home with perfectly manicured gardens, Penshurst Place is the one for you, while Knole House stands as one of England’s grandest estates, boasting an impressive 365 rooms and surrounding deer park.
Another house among these historic treasures is Ightham Mote, a National Trust gem steeped in 700 years of romance, architectural splendour, and captivating tales. Children and adults alike are bound to find a trip here enchanting and endearing to the imagination, while the house’s adjoining tearoom and second-hand bookshop serve to prolong your enjoyment even further.
If you can’t find what you’re looking for, why not give us a call? One of the team will be happy to help you find the perfect holiday cottage for your next trip. We’re always on hand to chat, on the phone, on 01227 903404, via email, at hello@bloomstays.com or on WhatsApp, on 07361584861.
