The Bull Pen

Westwell, Nr Ashford

The Bull Pen is a wonderful conversion of an old farm building. Three generations have farmed here for over 70 years and, as the name suggests once upon a time a corner of this property was used to house the farm bull! Now you can enjoy modern-day living with all the home comforts, in a beautiful part of Kent just below the Pilgrims Way in an area of outstanding natural beauty. The open-plan living space opens up onto a terrace and garden with huge bi-folding doors which really bring the outdoors in. After a busy day sightseeing you can enjoy the gardens to relax and chill, whilst the children play. Or snuggle up on the cosy sofas and enjoy a hot chocolate on a wintry day.

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Facilities

Accessible Parking
BBQ
BBQ - Coal
Bluetooth Speaker
Child Friendly
Christmas Decorations
Coffee Machine
Cot
Country
Dishwasher
17 Miles To The Beach
2.6 Miles To The Nearest Train Station
1.5 Miles To The Pub
2 Miles To The Shops
Enclosed Garden
Garden
Ground Floor Bedroom
Hairdryer
Highchair
Iron & Board
Linen & Towels
Microwave
Parking - Off Street
Pet Friendly
Romantic Breaks
Smart TV
Smoke Detectors
Washing Machine
Wi-Fi

About the House

The Bull Pen: sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms, open plan sitting/dining/kitchen, bathroom.

Ground Floor
Open plan living space with comfortable seating and dining for 4, Smart TV
Fully equipped kitchen with electric microwave oven and hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, Nespresso coffee machine.
Master Bedroom (sleeps 2) with king size bed, bedside tables, drawers.
Bedroom 2 (sleeps 2) with twin beds (king size bed available on request), bedside tables, drawers.
Bathroom with bath and separate walk in shower, WC and wash hand basin.

Outside
Enclosed gardens laid to lawn, tables and chairs.

Services
Wifi
Roberts bluetooth radio
Underfloor heating
Coal BBQ (charcoal not provided)
1 pet allowed. Please note additional pet charges are £30 per pet per week (or part of) will be charged.
Private parking space for one car

Things You Need to Know

Towels and Linen provided.
Wifi.
Coal BBQ (charcoal not provided).
1 pet is allowed. Please note additional pet charges are £35 per pet per week (or part of) will be charged.
Private parking space for one car.
Early check in and late checkouts may be available on request, subject to availability. Fees will apply. Please contact Bloom Stays for more details.
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 keep dogs off furniture.
Please note quiet hours are between 11pm and 9am. Please be respectful to our neighbours.

In the Area

Westwell is a pretty village 4 miles north of Ashford. It sits just below the Pilgrim's Way in an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The location is stunning, with vineyards and beautiful Kentish countryside surrounding you, yet within easy reach of road and rail connections. There is an abundance of things to see and do with countryside walks on your doorstep (including the Pilgrims Way), Leeds Castle, Godinton House, Sissinghurst Castle and the South of England Rare Breeds Centre all within easy reach. Whilst staying, if you fancy a trip to the stunning Kent coast then Hythe, Whitstable and Camber (East Sussex) are approximately a 30-minute drive away. If you fancy a day trip to London, the fast train from Ashford every half an hour connects you to London St Pancras and takes 38 minutes. It is the perfect location to explore all that Kent has to offer. For more recommendations check out our travel guide on Ashford.

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Extras and Experiences

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Reviews

Stylish accommodation in a peaceful, tucked away location 5/5

This was our second stay at The Bull Pen. The accommodation continues to be modern, airy and spacious and equipped with everything you need for a short break. We love the quiet location, surrounded by countryside, but only a couple of miles from the main road making exploring Kent and East Sussex very accessible. Would highly recommend this property!

Allison Service | 24 August 2025

Disappointing Stay Poor Cleanliness and Overpowering Scent 3/5

We were extremely disappointed with the cleanliness and presentation of this accommodation. On arrival, the property was dusty and cobwebby throughout with spiders in nearly every corner of the rooms. It was apparent that it had not been dusted properly for a long time. The main living area floor appeared unswept, and the bathroom was particularly unhygienic, with faeces and hair left on the toilet. These issues were serious enough that the owner had to attend in person to address them. The bedrooms were overwhelmed by a strong, artificial floral scent that caused headaches and discomfort. After searching for plug-in air fresheners or automatic diffusers, we discovered the smell was coming from the laundry detergent used on the bedding. It was so overpowering that it made the rooms unpleasant to sleep in. While we understand that welcome gifts are not obligatory, the absence of even a basic provision, such as a pint of milk, felt unwelcoming. Additionally, the welcome/information folder was not visible on arrival and had to be located by searching through drawers and cupboards. Overall, the experience fell far short of expectations. Cleanliness and comfort should be a given, and unfortunately, this property did not meet either standard.

Guest | 19 August 2025

Rural delight, great property and brilliant hosts 4.8/5

Beautiful property, very comfortable, spacious home from home feeling. Lovely walks and plenty of places to visit locally. Will definitely return!

Helen Elmslie | 31 March 2025

Idyllic stay in a high quality property 5/5

We loved our stay at The Bull Pen - beautifully appointed accommodation in a tranquil setting but convenient enough to explore the local area. We booked the property as we had a family celebration to attend nearby but would love to return for longer to be able to explore the area more fully. Highly recommended!

Allison Service | 13 August 2024

The Bull Pen - An absolute wonderful find in the heart of the Kent countryside! 5/5

We had a fantastic stay at The Bull Pen. It's a clean, modern and spacious property situated within wonderful surroundings. As we stayed during Christmas, the underfloor heating was most welcome and the beds were very comfortable. The complimentary Christmas Panettone was a lovely touch! There is also an adjoining property with the same layout, which have interconnecting gardens. We will defintley book again and whole experience with Bloom Stays was great. Thank you.

Guest | 28 December 2023

Beautiful space in tranquil location 5/5

The Bull Pen has everything you could possibly need for a comfortable stay. The space is absolutely beautiful, tastefully done and to a very high standard. The garden is spacious and not overlooked and there are some lovely walks in the area. The location is perfect for exploring Kent by car. Jane and Trevor were very accommodating hosts. I definitely hope to return one day.

Emily Fraser | 16 December 2023

Hidden gem in Kent 5/5

Outstanding hideaway property, in a perfect central location to explore Kent. The Bull pen is is beautifully designed and finished with everything you will need for a comfortable stay.. The welcoming owner Trevor popped by on arrival and departure to make sure everything was ok. Overall,we had a great stay and would recommend the Bull pen to everyone.

David Millar | 30 July 2023

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Amazing view, very relaxing and calm, love the design.

Hein and Susan | 25 May 2023

0/5

Thank you for this beautiful place, we had a lovely stay and will definitely come back!

Kasteel Family | 20 May 2023

0/5

A very comfortable, clean, quiet and cosy holiday home. Lots of lovely walks, already booked to return. Thank you for a great stay!

Richard and Judy | 17 May 2023

0/5

We had a lovely stay, thanks for sorting out a great property!

The Erberdens | 10 May 2023

Bull Pen 5/5

Clean, comfortable and warm accommodation. Everything we needed for our stay was provided. We will be stopping again.

Guest | 20 March 2023

The Bull Pen 5/5

Excellent accommodation, very well equipped, spotlessly clean, everything is brand new. Very quiet and peaceful. Brilliant!

Martin Southam | 02 October 2022

5/5

What a great location and accommodation! everything is super neat and new and everything has been thought of. Feels like coming home. We will definitely come back! Very good experience with Bloom Stays. They respond quickly and make sure everything is very well organised

Anonymous | 19 August 2022

5/5

It was an honour to be your first guests! We really enjoyed your property and the beautiful surroundings. The children also loved the garden and the water hose. We travel a lot but rarely see such a complete house. We will definitely come back again!

Alders Family | 08 August 2022