Gamekeeper Cottage

The cottage dates from the early 1800's and was originally the gamekeeper's "larder" to the main house opposite. It has been recently renovated but retains much of its character - with exposed beams and the original butler's sink.

The cottage looks out onto a large pond, home to wildfowl, ducks, geese and chickens. As well as the beautiful walk to Sissinghurst Castle, there are many others through acres of woodland and countryside accessed directly from the cottage by public footpath.

The cottage is open plan and can sleep 2/3, with one double bed and a sofabed. It has been inspected by the Kent Tourist Board and has a 2 star rating.

Sitting/Dining Room/Kitchen: Light and airy - the sitting/dining area is carpeted and has pine table and chairs, a double sofabed, a pine wardrobe and an occasional table, colour TV/DVD plus a large picture window with views to the pond and woods beyond. In the kitchen area there is an electric hob, mini-oven and grill, butler's sink plus a fridge with freezer compartment.

Shower Room: Washbasin, heated towel rail and w.c. situated off the kitchen area.

Sleeping area: Galleried mezzanine floor in the eaves with low level double bed and window.

Garden: Full access through gate to pond area. Garden table and chairs in secluded corner overlooking the pond. Use of main lawn across the drive.

Parking: Directly in front of the cottage.

Heating: Instant hot water by electric water heaters. Heating by wood burner.

Also provided: Full linen. Laundry service offered in main house - small charge.

Notes: Children must be supervised in pond area at all times. The pond is also protected by an electric fence.
   
 
 

Associated website: www.chaletrougemont.com