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Quiet 2-Bed Kent Cottage Retreat • Close to Canterbury, Dover • Via Francigena

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Quiet 2-Bed Kent Cottage Retreat • Close to Canterbury, Dover • Via Francigena provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Quiet 2-Bed Kent Cottage Retreat • Close to Canterbury, Dover • Via Francigena

This peaceful 2-bed Kent cottage retreat offers the perfect blend of comfort and countryside charm — ideal for a relaxing escape, a walking holiday, or a convenient stop before crossing the Channel.

After a day of walking, sightseeing, or travel, unwind in a quiet, comfortable space designed for rest. The cottage offers a peaceful night’s sleep, cosy bedrooms, and a calm village atmosphere — perfect for recharging before your next day’s adventures.

Set in the tranquil village of Shepherdswell, the 2 bedroom cottage enjoys a quiet, rural setting with easy access to Canterbury and historic Dover, including the famous White Cliffs of Dover and the stunning Kent countryside.

The Via Francigena, one of Europe’s oldest pilgrimage routes, passes nearby, making this an excellent base for pilgrims and long-distance walkers. Ideal for walkers and pilgrims, the cottage is well-placed near the Via Francigena, one of Europe’s most historic pilgrimage routes. Enjoy a restful stop with space to relax, refresh, and prepare for the next stage of your journey through Kent.

Inside, you’ll find two cosy bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and a comfortable living space designed for rest after a day of exploring. Step outside to discover a welcoming local pub, village green, and farm shops, all within easy walking distance.

Perfectly located, the cottage offers the best of both worlds — peaceful village living with quick access to Dover, Canterbury, and Channel crossings, making it an easy choice for short breaks, touring holidays, or pre-travel stays.

Whether you’re seeking a peaceful countryside retreat, a pilgrimage-friendly stay, or a well-located base near Dover, this charming cottage is the perfect choice.

The cottage is ideal for couples, small families, walkers, and travellers looking for a quiet, well-connected base in Kent — whether for a countryside escape, a cultural visit, or a restful stopover.

Book now and experience the best of Kent — at your own pace.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 10 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)

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Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 10 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Dover is home to this cottage. Dover Castle and Canterbury Cathedral are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at White Cliffs of Dover. Wingham Wildlife Park and The Pines Garden are also worth visiting. Visit our Dover travel guide
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Shepherdswell, England

What's nearby

  • Dover Castle which includes heritage architecture and château or palace
    Dover Castle
    12 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Dover showing landscape views and a pebble beach
    White Cliffs of Dover
    12 min drive - 14.6 km
  • East Kent Railway
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal
    12 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal
    14 min drive - 15.6 km

Getting around

  • Dover Shepperdswell Station
    4 min walk

Restaurants

  • The Bull Inn
    9 min drive
  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • Nightingale Dairy - Mobile Milk Vending Machine
    7 min drive
  • Breakwater Brewery and Taproom
    9 min drive
  • KFC
    6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet 2-Bed Kent Cottage Retreat • Close to Canterbury, Dover • Via Francigena pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Quiet 2-Bed Kent Cottage Retreat • Close to Canterbury, Dover • Via Francigena?

This property doesn't offer parking.

Where is Quiet 2-Bed Kent Cottage Retreat • Close to Canterbury, Dover • Via Francigena located?

Situated in Dover, this cottage is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Kent Downs and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Lydden Hill Race Circuit. Broome Park Golf Club and Kearsney Abbey Gardens are also within 6 miles (10 km). Dover Shepperdswell Station is only a 4-minute walk.

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Quiet 2-Bed Kent Cottage Retreat • Close to Canterbury, Dover • Via Francigena Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good