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10/10 Excellent
Tony H.
20 Sept 2024
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Cosy homely cottage
Tony H.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
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Oast Barn Cottage by Bloom Stays - 2 guests in 1 bedroom
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Surrounded by rolling countryside, Oast Barn Cottage offers a charming retreat with lovely views from all windows. Enjoy the compact kitchen, sitting room with log burner and library of DVDs to unwind. A short walk will take you to Belmont House Gardens courtesy of your complimentary pass.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 250 sq m
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Outdoor space
- Parking available
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About this property
Oast Barn Cottage by Bloom Stays - 2 guests in 1 bedroom
- Oast Barn Cottage: sleeps 2 in 1 bedroom, sitting room, kitchen/diner, one bathroom (roll top tub and shower). Front yard / garden. Parking for two vehicles on the drive. Lovely views from all windows to the countryside.
Ground Floor
Kitchen/Diner
Compact yet well equipped with all you need. Electric hob and oven, fridge with freezer box, washing machine with dryer function, kettle, toaster, microwave.
Dining table with two chairs (2 more available on request for occasional visitors)
Sitting Room
Comfortable but cosy seating for 3, log burner, TV with dvd player and a library of dvds to enjoy and board games.
First Floor: Via a steep wooden staircase, (support rail on both sides)
Bathroom
Huge luxurious bathroom with a centre stage freestanding bath tub, dresser style sink and separate shower.
Master Bedroom
King sized double bed (sleeps 2), Freestanding French wardrobe.
Outside
Lawned garden area with bistro table and chair set. Driveway can be closed by a gate for up to 2 cars. BBQ (coal) in the summer available.
Services
Wi-Fi - High speed
Central Heating throughout
Log burner
The hosts provide sustainable and ethically sourced products for an eco-friendly break, and all products are plastic free. From vegan scented soaps, to bamboo toilet paper, as well as a small organic welcome hamper, including doggy treats, Kent Life magazine and complimentary basket of logs.
High speed V-Fast Wi-Fi
Antibacterial hand wash and soap is supplied at each sink. The cottage is cleaned with antibacterial cleaning products throughout.
Free pass to Belmont House Gardens.
Pets welcome - Discount for two dogs, please speak to our team to arrange. Please note additional pet charges are £35 per pet per week (or part of) will be charged.
2 private car parking spaces.
Selection of DVDs and games available for guests to use.
Cot and highchair available on request.
Barbecue and coal provided.
The ceilings on the ground floor are low in parts, with the lowest height being 1.86 metres.
Central heating.
No hens or stags.
Please note check in is 3pm and check out is 10am.
If you wish to bring a pet please let us know. Please note additional pet charges are £30 per pet per week (or part of) will be charged.
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the cottage: Free internet
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Bathtub
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Fireplace
- Wood stove
Entertainment
- DVD player
- Games
- TV
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Yard
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Pets
- Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- In a rural location
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)
- Fire extinguisher
General
- Garden
- Property does not allow children
- Unit size: 538 square feet
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Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
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
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
About the area
Located in Faversham, this cottage is in a rural area. Leeds Castle and Canterbury Cathedral are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Whitstable Beach. Faversham Miniature Railway and The Hawking Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Faversham travel guide
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Faversham, Kent
What's nearby
Kent Downs1 min walk - 0.0 km
Leeds Castle21 min drive - 27.4 km
Canterbury Cathedral21 min drive - 24.8 km
Whitstable Beach23 min drive - 25.9 km
Whitstable Harbour24 min drive - 26.6 km
Getting around
- Charing Station6 min drive
- London (SEN-Southend)90 min drive
Restaurants
- The Stag4 min drive
- The Creeker’s Tap9 min drive
- Macknade Cafe7 min drive
- The Woolpack (Beefeater)8 min drive
- Carpenters Arms5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Oast Barn Cottage by Bloom Stays - 2 guests in 1 bedroom pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Oast Barn Cottage by Bloom Stays - 2 guests in 1 bedroom?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Oast Barn Cottage by Bloom Stays - 2 guests in 1 bedroom?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Oast Barn Cottage by Bloom Stays - 2 guests in 1 bedroom?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Oast Barn Cottage by Bloom Stays - 2 guests in 1 bedroom located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Belmont House and Gardens and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Faversham Golf Club. St Peter & St Paul Church and Brogdale Collections are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Oast Barn Cottage by Bloom Stays - 2 guests in 1 bedroom Reviews
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Reviews
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
29 Apr 2025
Perfect for a relaxing break
Oast Barn Cottage was the perfect location to get away from it all. Small but perfectly formed, the cottage had everything we needed for a relaxing break and the owner even provided some essential to help us settle in right away. It was a perfect base to explore the surrounding area, or just sit and relax in the garden enjoying the birdsong!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Wenna P.
19 Apr 2025
Beautiful cottage
Oast barn cottage was delightful, a beautiful haven full of singing birds and nature. Helen stocked the kitchen on our arrival with fresh juice, eggs and bread and little extra bits. A welcoming and wonderful peaceful stay, the bathtub and bed were a treat. So cosy.
Wenna P.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
21 May 2024
Comfortable stay in great location
Oast Barn Cottage was comfortable, although smaller than it looks on the photographs. It's in a really peaceful location, very rural but we found it really central to the places we wanted to visit. The cottage would benefit from a little more storage but appreciate it's an old building.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sue C.
6 May 2024
Lovely cottage in peaceful hamlet
Lovely cottage and garden. Comfy bed and luxurious bath. All necessities catered for in kitchen and living room. Welcome pack for us and our dog.
Sue C.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Debbie S.
22 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming Country Cottage
The cottage is well-fitted and beautifully decorated with an enclosed garden accessed from the kitchen which was ideal for our dogs. The location is good for visiting the area, including Canterbury, Faversham, the coast and many National Trust houses and gardens. There are some good pubs and eateries in the area (including Michelin star dining). We would recommend for a romantic holiday for 2!
Debbie S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Shelley S.
31 Jul 2024
Oast Barn Cottage Visit
We had a lovely few days staying in this very homely cottage. Very well appointed, with everything we needed for a comfortable stay, including very nice welcome goodies, thank you! Good walks from the doorstep to enjoy with our border collies, and the secure garden was a real plus. We were lucky to have scorching weather for our long weekend, and the garden was a cool sanctuary for us all to relax in. Highly recommend a visit to Belmont House and Gardens, very close by and free entry when staying at Oast Barn Cottage.
Shelley S.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Phillip & Sarah C.
13 Sept 2024
A Wonderful Kent break!!
We absolutely loved Oast Barn Cottage and our stay in Kent. A lovely cottage for us with our dog - big garden to run around in. Location was great for getting to places such as Faversham, Canterbury, Whitstable to name but a few! Helen our host was absolutely lovely, kind and helpful throughout or stay - nothing was too much trouble. The cottage was cosy and very comfortable and exactly what we wished for. We were both very sad to leave and hope to return soon to see lots of other things we weren’t able to see this time. Thank you again Helen for a lovely 2024 Summer break!
Phillip & Sarah C.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
1 Oct 2023
Good location and comfortable
Oast Barn Cottage is well located for visiting Kent's attractions and comfortably warm, although one of us found the bed too soft. A particular benefit is the use of a season ticket for the excellent Belmont House and Gardens which is only 5 minutes away by car. The kitchen is small and therefore there is limited crockery-two mugs for example- which we think could be increased with better use of the kitchen storage there is. This means if anything like a mug handle is found to be cracked then whoever is staying needs a replacement promptly to avoid unnecessary inconvenience.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lewis B.
20 Mar 2025
A lovely little rural cottage for 2 in a peaceful location.
We really enjoyed our stay in oast barn cottage which, for us, was ideally situated for visiting close family who live barely 15 minutes drive away. The cottage is beautifully presented, the bed extremely comfortable and the large bathroom with shower and free standing bath an absolute pleasure. Our weeks stay coincided with an extremely cold spell and at our request the owner very
kindly increased the length of time that the central heating was running. There is a rather an ornate log burner which we lit once, but it took quite a while to "get going" and therefore it wasn't a practical option to fit in with our comings and goings. We are used to dealing with log burners as we have a large one at home but, as attractive as it is, we didn't find the model in the cottage very user friendly. Apart from that we would recommend slightly more crockery/cutlery is provided (only 2 small mugs, 4 dinner plates, 2 dessert plates, 4 side plates, 2 soup bowls). Everything else was perfect! Thank you for a lovely stay.
Lewis B.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nicki B.
6 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little cottage
A lovely little cottage that had everything we needed. We were very happy there for 10 days.
Nicki B.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
James K.
3 Jul 2023
Excellent stay
Thank you so much to the owners and Bloom Stays for a great week at Oast Barn. The place was amazing, very peaceful, comfortable and a great location for exploring Kent. Cottage had everything we needed, and nice touches including water bowl and treats for our dog. Very comfy bed, lovely garden. We really enjoyed our stay
James K.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Simon Lee C.
18 Jan 2022
A short break in Kent
We had a lovely three nights in Oast Barn Cottage. The owners had kindly left some provisions and dog treats which were much appreciated. The cottage is very well located for exploring Kent and an easy journey to Faversham, Whitstable and Margate. It is surrounded by beautiful countryside and very peaceful.
Simon Lee C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Juliette C.
28 Jul 2025
Modern twist on olde world cottage
Lovely last minute olde world cottage with a modern twist when our original booking fell through. Very happy with our choice in this quiet and secluded cottage in the Kent countryside. Great bedroom and huge bathroom was a delight really enjoyed our stay. The limited headroom downstairs and the doors was not a problem for me as I’m only 4”11 whereas anyone taller like my partner who is 6” plus, might find it challenging.
Juliette C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
22 Jul 2022
A lovely comfortable and charming private cottage in beautiful countryside with lots to do and see
What a gorgeous cottage, well appointed and so comfortable. Best sleep I have had in years. The number of birds chirping away was gorgeous. I even saw a barn owl one night. Helen the owner is really lovely and truly cares about ensuring your stay is the best it can be.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mike & Jen F.
22 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Oust Barn Cottage - highly recommend
If you are a Couple, looking for a little 'time out' in a cottage of character within peaceful surroundings, Oust Barn Cottage would be perfect. Really well appointed, has all you need, with the owners close next door if need the contact. Great base to explore North Downs - history and cultural heritage is half an hour away with Canterbury, Chatham. The Coast within 20 minutes to Whitstable - or more inland to fabulous villages with their famous Oust houses. Many well signposted walking routes over gentle hills and in good weather, nothing better to rest the mind -- we can highly recommend.
Mike & Jen F.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
From a partner site
8/10 Good
16 Jul 2023
Picture perfect cottage in picture perfect hamlet
Bells Forstal, if you want a break 'away from it all' is pretty much perfect, about 6 houses and 3 cars an hour, many places to walk your dog straight from the door. A large garden which is fenced all round and a beautiful cottage.
The only downside for us was the bed, which was very uncomfortable, possibly because the bedroom floor slopes in several directions.
The bath and shower were great and the bathroom is wonderful, a bath with a view!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Anne Beth
7 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We werden hartelijk welkom geheten door de gastvrouw. Er stond een voedsel pakket voor de eerste dag/ochtend klaar (eieren, melk, koffie, thee, sap, vers brood). Het bed is comfortabel en heeft superzacht beddengoed. Alles is piekfijn voor elkaar en je hebt veel privacy. Een aanrader!
Anne Beth
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
7 Jun 2022
A perfect country cottage
We enjoyed a lovely stay at Oast Barn cottage over the long Jubilee weekend, and couldn't have have a better time. The cottage is picture perfect, with a beautiful garden, lovely sun loungers, a table and chairs, and even a small barbecue. The garden gets the sun almost the whole day, which is wonderful.
The cottage itself is incredibly cosy with a lovely log burner (not used by us), a really comfy bed and a great shower, the latter two being something which is important to us. The cottage is equipped with most things that you would expect and has a lovely, homely feel.
Two very small criticisms would be that the wifi was poor for a lot of our stay, and because we were both having to work over the weekend, it did hinder our progress with getting things done and despite the booster boxes, it probably needs improving. The sofa was probably just a little bit small to get really comfy on and could probably do with being a touch bigger. Separately, the owner did not know that our pets were cats, despite us informing Bloom and asking them to check if cats were allowed, as we have found in other cottages that when pets are stipulated as being accepted, it usually just means dogs . The owner was very gracious and accepted the situation but I would have preferred she had been completely in the know. All that said, it would absolutely not prevent us from returning to Oast Barn cottage as we have come back to London with fabulous memories of a great weekend.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
22 May 2022
Lovely cottage
Peaceful getaway with a lovely garden. Beautiful cottage, comfortable and well stocked. Great location to explore the Kent coastline.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Liz J.
1 Feb 2022
A cottage with lots of character
A lovely cottage, full of character. Comfortable bed. Great shower & bath. Warm when log burner lit otherwise bit chilly and draughty. Thankyou for thoughtful provisions on arrival. A very peaceful location with dog walks from the door. A good base from which to explore the coast and Canterbury. Bit expensive for self catering accommodation but would definitely stay here again.
Liz J.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Emma H.
20 Jun 2021
Just as described
The cottage was lovely, just as the description and pictures on the website. The owners were just next door so easy to get any help if needed. Plenty of cutlery and crockery. Lovely few essentials (milk, butter, coffee, tea, sugar, bread and some dog treats too). Very comfortable bed. Quiet environment, just the birds. Would recommend the cottage.
Just needs a little sign on the gate as it was a little obscure.
Emma H.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Anna S.
29 May 2021
Idyllic stay perhaps a little pricey for what it is.
This was a great little spot to have a break from the city. Everything you need to have a break - sit back and listen to the birds in a quiet spot, with an open fire in the evenings.
Location wise, if you have a car - this is a lovely spot. Close to lots of walks and gardens and a short enough drive from the coast, namely whitstable which was a lovely place to visit.
We were left to enjoy it with zero interruption which was perfect for our needs.
We would say that value for money wise, we think slightly overpriced for the accommodation size/facilities.