Places to stay near Howletts Wild Animal Park

The idyllic Acorn Lodge

Welcome to Acorn Lodge, a beautiful Airbnb retreat nestled in the tranquil surroundings of a charming country farm, just a short distance from the historic city of Canterbury. Our small and cozy lodge offers a perfect blend of rustic charm and modern comfort ensuring a relaxing stay. The lodge features a bedroom and shower room. Acorn Lodge is conveniently close to Canterbury, allowing you to explore its rich history, visit its famous cathedral, and enjoy the local shops, bars and restauraunts.

The Old Wash House - built 1775

The Old Wash House is set in the heart of the village of Littlebourne. There is on street parking if you're driving and a frequent bus service which runs into Canterbury and Sandwich every 30 minutes from right outside the property if you're not! You are a 5 minute drive from Canterbury with its rich history, art and culture, great shopping and restaurants and dining. The coast is just a 20 minute drive away too. The Old Wash House is good for couples, solo adventurers and business travellers.

2 bedrooms. 200 Year Old Barn next to Windmill.

Situated in a quiet spot near the city centre, The Flour Barn is conveniently located, a short, 12 minute stroll into the historic, vibrant city centre The Flour Barn has an open plan, comfortable sitting and dining room with a kitchen A charming spiral staircase leads to 2 stylish bedrooms with high vaulted ceilings and a shower room with double sinks Enjoy the tea and coffee included in your stay, with shampoo, towels and home comforts Ideal for couples, business visitors and families.

Family friendly, well equipped cottage by Howletts

This lovely stand-alone holiday cottage (2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, sitting/dining room) offers you and your family a luxurious experience in a quiet setting, close to many local attractions. Deep carpets, power shower, soft white towels, extra wide beds, fresh 100% cotton percale sheets, a fully equipped kitchen and continental breakfast, all make it a special home. A travel cot with linen, high chair, baby bath and child’s play area are freely available. Smart TV and WiFi included.

Glamping in The Herdsman's Hut at Broxhall Farm

Broxhall Farm is a traditional family farm set in some of The Garden of England's finest countryside. We warmly invite you to enjoy a glamping experience in The Herdsman's Hut.  Unique and  hand built, The Herdsman's Hut is fully equipped with an en-suite bathroom and mini kitchenette, and features beautiful exposed oak beams and a cosy woodburning stove. It's safe to say we're a fan of glamping and smoothing the edges of roughing it.  We look forward to welcoming you to our farm.

'Oak Lodge' Littlebourne, Canterbury (hot tub)

Canterbury Lodges and Glamping Located in the heart of the Kent countryside in the beautiful village of Littlebourne, only 4 miles from the historic city of Canterbury, we provide an ideal secluded base from which to enjoy a relaxing break with family and friends any time of year. Situated on our idyllic 3-acre glamping site shared with another log cabin, shepherds hut & bell tent it’s the perfect setting for a short holiday, romantic break or a well needed escape!

Big Cat Lodge - Close to port and Eurotunnel

Relax in our cozy Lodge, just 20 mins from Dover Castle, ferry port, and Eurotunnel. We're 1 min from Howletts Zoo and a 5-min walk to Bekesbourne station with direct trains to Canterbury and London. The scenic village of Bridge is a 20-min walk or 2-min drive, offering a Michelin-star pub, lovely garden pubs, and handy amenities like a shop, café, pharmacy, optician, and hairdresser We have a cot with mattress available for your little ones

Historic Cottage, near Canterbury, Kent.

2 bedroom cottage with outside space in the beautiful village of Bridge, 5 mins from Canterbury. Superking bed, double bed and one single bed, high speed wifi in every room. Weekly/monthly discount apply. Plenty of amenities in the village with easy access to Canterbury, Coastal beaches and towns. Historic Listed Building, the cottage is believed to be 15C with interesting features such as exposed beams, inglenook fire place.

Kent Shepherds Hut - Romantic Escape -Willows Rest

Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable escape, nestled amongst mature willow trees within the grounds of an old Kent farmhouse you will find a 'hidden gem'. Willows Rest Shepherds Hut has been lovingly created to offer the most private and comfortable accommodation in an absolute idyllic, waterside setting. Snuggle up in the hut or get comfy on the decking overlooking the nature pond and take a rest from everyday life.