After a four and a half hour drive from South Wales, and a wrong turning or two (I blame Mr W!) we arrived in the sleepy little village of Goodnestone, seven miles from Canterbury.
The accommodation was decorated in shades of white and blue with a pop of colour here and there. It was fresh, modern and stylish, and you could tell the owners had excellent taste. In the lounge area was a sofa and comfy chair, a Smart TV with blue ray player built-in and a wood burner to heat the conversion.
Granola and porridge oats were available complimentary for your breakfast.
Upstairs on the mezzanine level was the bedroom and bathroom. Again impeccably decorated, the bedroom was gorgeous and looked brand new. Super soft robes and towels were on the bed waiting for us, and as I walked into the bedroom the carpet sunk underfoot, adding an air of luxury. Also how cute is the sheep pillowcases and duvet set?
Two small bedside tables were by the bed and there were plenty of electricity sockets as well as USB sockets too. A hairdryer was stored in the bedside table, and there was a long full-length mirror as well as a mirror in the cupboard which was big enough to hang your clothes for a few days. A small radio and two ornamental birds were also by the bed, adding that countryside decor.
If you wanted to read in bed you had a selection of books from which to choose.
I really loved the blue and white tiles by the sink, such a beautiful design feature. The bathroom has sensor lighting which came on as you entered, and the bathroom was lovely and warm due to underfloor heating.
The Nut Hatch is also placed well to explore the gorgeous Kent countryside, being in the middle of fields of sheep and yellow carpets of rapeseed. The little village of Goodnestone has a pub, a few houses and Goodnestone Park, a mansion with estate and gardens. Wingham Wildlife Park and Howletts Zoo are both close by and make a great day out for young and old.
We took a trip to Canterbury one day and really enjoyed this small city. Canterbury Cathedral is the biggest cathedral I've ever visited and it has so much history as people have come on pilgrimages here since medieval times. We also visited the Canterbury Tales, the Roman museum and explored the shops, which were a great mix of independents nd well-known chains such as Debenhams and Marks and Spencer.
The next day we visited Dover and Dover Castle and it was a super day out, Dover Castle was amazing! Check out our video of what to do in the area above from the dedicated travel blog and YouTube channel that I run with my husband - Fly Drive Explore.
You can book The Nut Hatch through Kent and Sussex Cottages. If we were in the area we would definitely stay again. A beautiful conversion, well situated for exploring the Kent area. Thanks to the hospitality of Emma and her family and Kent and Sussex Cottages for hosting us.
A welcome booklet from the owners told us about the area and recommended some cafes and restaurants within a short drive. There was also a guide to the Kent area from Kent and Sussex cottages.
As you can see the cool little conversion was beautifully decorated. As well as being spotlessly clean (I never saw one speck of dust) the owners seemed to know what is needed for a comfortable stay. We felt like royalty being greeted with simple home comforts like homemade cake, and they even provided Mr W's favourite - Marmite, without asking. The Nut Hatch is incredibly well designed too. Although there is only one room downstairs the lounge and kitchen seem to blend into one and the dining area was useful too. Wi-Fi was relatively fast and free and there were plenty of sockets available including USB sockets built into the wall.
The Nut Hatch is also placed well to explore the gorgeous Kent countryside, being in the middle of fields of sheep and yellow carpets of rapeseed. The little village of Goodnestone has a pub, a few houses and Goodnestone Park, a mansion with estate and gardens. Wingham Wildlife Park and Howletts Zoo are both close by and make a great day out for young and old.
We took a trip to Canterbury one day and really enjoyed this small city. Canterbury Cathedral is the biggest cathedral I've ever visited and it has so much history as people have come on pilgrimages here since medieval times. We also visited the Canterbury Tales, the Roman museum and explored the shops, which were a great mix of independents nd well-known chains such as Debenhams and Marks and Spencer.
You can book The Nut Hatch through Kent and Sussex Cottages. If we were in the area we would definitely stay again. A beautiful conversion, well situated for exploring the Kent area. Thanks to the hospitality of Emma and her family and Kent and Sussex Cottages for hosting us.
Highly Recommended.
This is the cutest little cottage and has the sweetest name! I love that you were left a delicious cake to enjoy on arrival, too!
ReplyDeleteThey have done wonders with the space!
DeleteThe cottage sounds like a really lovely place to stay. That was so sweet of Emma to have food there for you. You must have worked up quite an appetite after the drive.
ReplyDeleteLeaving the food for us was such a lovely touch. The owners really know how to look after their guests.
DeleteThat's such a cute little cottage and so nice of them to leave some food and drink for you x
ReplyDeleteIt was impeccably decorated, and the food and drink was a fabulous touch.
DeleteWhat a beautiful location and we love the attention to detail in The Nut Hatch especially the tiles! Looks like a lovely stay x
ReplyDeleteThe attention to detail was amazing to be fair.
DeleteThat is such a pretty place to stay, Love that it looks like a birdhouse!!
ReplyDeleteIt does, doesn't it!
DeleteWhat a lovely property so cosy and perfectly furnished . It looks so welcoming.
ReplyDeleteIt was a great place to stay.
DeleteA beautiful place to stay, so very kind of them to leave some fresh food for your arrival
ReplyDeleteI didn't expect them to so it was a lovely surprise.
DeleteI’ve never been to Kent myself either but what a beautiful place to stay! The cake looks delicious too! X
ReplyDeleteKent is really interesting. So much to see and do in the area. I would definitely return.
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