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Luxury Whitstable Caravan
We had to go out again to buy things like a sponge and dishwasher detergent, but Aldi and Tesco were nearby, so it wasn’t a big problem. The caravan was in very good condition, especially considering the price. The manager was very kind and explained everything clearly when we had questions. Our whole family really liked it.

Homely 3 bedroomed caravan on Mersea Island, Essex
Van is in one of the best spots for views and privacy. Very comfortable with everything you need close by. Another fab stay.

Spacious Country Home - Hot Tub and Seasonal Pool
Laura's house was the perfect accommodation for us. It was very spacious and very near to a family event. We went to Maldon for the morning and did a walk from the house to the lakes in the afternoon. All very central, yet very peaceful surroundings. Thank you for letting us stay at your fantastic property.

beachside house with uninterrupted Sea views
Stayed here with 10 guys. There is ample room to sit together to have dinner, a large enough lounge for everyone to relax and all spaced that require less clothing is very private and not overlooked. The upper balcony is shared with a bedroom from 16A, but I assume that is not in use when the place is booked. Driveway is shared with adjacent property but you can still fit 4 cars. Hot tubs extremely well maintained. Furniture is in excellent condition. Furnishings are modern and tasteful. All kitchen appliances work with ample crockery and cutlery. Beds are very comfortable and allow flexible sleeping arrangements. Bathrooms were very clean.

"Sunny Daze" Holiday Caravan Whitstable
The place was clean and tidy. Everything we needed was there and we had complimentary small bottle of milk. Would definitely go back. We went to Canterbury through the bus at the entrance of the camp. Great weekend away

Private Indoor Pool - Honeywood Lodge
We were very impressed on arrival. Lovely peaceful grounds, pool bigger than we’d expected and great games area. Good place to stay with our extended family, good central location, really enjoyed nearby Canterbury. We were lucky with the weather. We visited Howletts zoo & 2 different sea-sides. The house is quite warm, it’s great fans are provided in all bedrooms. Improvements- Need better extraction for the kitchen- & update the book on what to do if the smoke alarm goes off! The agency were quick to help but with poor phone signal this was tricky to arrange. Bigger beds/ new mattresses Downstairs loo had no toilet lid Other reviews mentioned cobwebs & the place seeming a bit ‘tired’, I’d agree with some of that but it didn’t stop us having a wonderful time & a few cobwebs don’t bother me, everything else was clean and we’d love to return .

Spacious barn with pool ideal for exploring Kent
Thank you for an absolutely lovely stay, we just had an impromptu night away with our children, and Diana's place was perfect. The barn was beautiful and ahad a lovely cosy, homely vibe. The pool was fantastic, my son absolutely loved it. We greatly appreciated all the essentials left for us in the kitchen. Diana and her husband were both lovely and there was plenty of information about the local area. Easy to find and lots to do locally, spotlessly clean and relaxed check in and late check out we're really helpful. We'd love to come back again!!

Cosy Caravan with shared pool and close to the sea
Great caravan for a night away, visiting Canterbury. The caravan was perfect and Donna had also left milk and biscuits which was extremely appreciated. The site is great although we did have trouble finding the caravan - no fault of the hosts who had left detailed instructions more to do with the very poor signposting at the park. I would definitely stay here again! Donna was friendly and helpful. Thanks so much!
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Family home with stunning kitchen and garden
The house was beautiful, tastefully updated and very well organized. We loved using the fireplaces and Kate had the house nicely decorated for the holidays. The kitchen was wonderful and we enjoyed cooking our Christmas dinner there. It was a perfect setting for a vacation rental, lovely grounds, footpaths just around the corner, just perfect! And Kate was very responsive to all our requests. Recommended great local restaurants and a 13th century church for Christmas Day. Excellent accommodation! We loved it!

Island View Herne Bay
We had a wonderful stay at Lorna's house. The views were fantastic, and the home was well-equipped, making it perfect for our family getaway. The welcome basket was a thoughtful touch! Lorna was a very helpful and responsive host, and the location between Herne Bay and Whitstable was ideal. We'd happily return and highly recommend this lovely seaside retreat.

The Wagtails
Was a lovely place to stay. Just failure is that is very secluded and far from everything

Luxury seaside retreat -central -2 mins to beach
We spent 5 nights at Debra’s beautiful home in Tankerton over my daughter’s half term holiday. It was exactly what we needed - a home away from home. The perfect space for her to study and relax together, while allowing me to catch up with friends and explore Tankerton, Whitstable and all the lovely restaurants and shops. Thank you so much Debra, I hope we’ll be back.

Pet-Friendly & Accessible, SeaViews
We had a lovely stay at Becky’s place. The house was very clean and comfortably spacious for our group of seven — no small feat when you’re trying to coordinate showers, tea rounds and who gets the comfy seat in the garden. The terrace and garden were a real highlight, with a little sea view that made morning coffees and evening drinks feel extra pleasant. The value for money was excellent, which we really appreciated. Now, the location… well, let’s just say Sheppey has a certain rugged charm. It’s not exactly buzzing with activity, but if you’re looking to unplug, stare at the sky and listen to seagulls with strong regional accents, you’re in the right place. The house itself is simple and functional. Becky was responsive and helpful throughout, and the listing was accurate. Thanks again for the stay!

Thompson Cottage
Robert was a great host and quick to fix any minor issues. Super house in a quiet area. I was working in the area but if you are a bird watcher there is lots to do. The local pub was very welcoming too. The loo is downstairs which may worry some but was fine with us. The garden was dog friendly as it was fully enclosed. The decor is super stylish.

3 Bedroom House with Parking (dog friendly)
We love the house, beautiful back yard with BBQ facilities connected with a spacious kitchen / dinner area. The whole family enjoyed the stay. Peftect local, very close driving distance to chlemsford City center where you can find all kind of supermarkets, Restaurant and shopping Malls.

The Biggest Bungalow
Great place to stay for a getaway! Host was always responsive even for a last minute booking. Would recommend to others!!!
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No.18 - A perfect island getaway
We had a lovely relaxing few days staying at number 18. Very clean comfortable and quiet but walking distance to the beach pubs restaurants and Watersports. Great family break.

Modern house in Kent countryside
Extremely happy with our recent visit. We stayed here for a yoga retreat style weekend as a group of friends. The host was very helpful and gave us a tour on arrival and was on text messages if we needed anything. We brought our own yoga mats with us and did yoga on the decking with beautiful views surrounding us. We had a private chef cook us a meal - the kitchen was super modern and clean, dining tables outside and inside so if it's sunny you can make the most of the outdoor space. We visited local Yotes Court Vineyard for a tour which was fab and only 15 mins away by car. The property felt very clean and the facilities were perfect. Would 100% recommend and would visit again.

Charming Cottage, free parking, in city walls.
such a lovely little cottage, it was absolutely perfect for us, we were staying for my wife's graduation, and it was a short walk away. Simon and Philippa were extremely friendly and very helpful, amazing hosts. we definitely hope to return again to stay in the near future 😁

Period property a short walk from the beach.
Beautiful house which has been really well styled and looked after. Great for a family gathering.

Luxury 5 bed, 5 bath house with countryside views
It’s hard to know where to start… this was such a wonderful place to stay. Myself and my family go away together each year and this was the first year with two little children in tow! And it was perfect. The house was incredibly spacious, so many bedrooms and bathrooms to choose from which made it so convenient with 6 adults and 2 children. There was so much room to socialise and play and the selection of toys was incredible. We needn’t have brought anything with us! Tania had very kindly sourced an extra highchair for us and put up stair gates which was incredibly kind and helpful. The garden is fabulous and we utilised all the different garden games as well as the BBQ. It was so quiet which meant we all got a peaceful night’s sleep, and that went for inside the house as well so the adults could socialise downstairs whilst the children slept without worrying about them being able to hear us. All the amenities were fantastic and I would love to stay here again and 100% recommend.

Rose - Luxury New Holiday Hot tub lodge
Our trip was perfect. The accommodation is spotless, well looked after and really modern. It has absolutely everything you need and all the small details have been thought of. It is in a beautiful and quiet location and the hot tub was lovely. Communication with the host was perfect - instructions were super clear and included helpful videos. We were even offered late check out which was so appreciated. Would absolutely recommend and we’d love to come back.

AD Royal Suite. 1 bedroom, Ensuite Bathroom, Garden
Really nice and clean, easy check in instructions. Was small but was nicely decorated. You are in their garden when you stay there but the owner has good privacy measures in the air b&b so no one can see in.

The Garden house- hot tub &sauna
A great venue - hosted a large group with ease, Kitchen was well equipped and we felt right at home, Greeted on arrival and given a quick tour so no concerns how anything worked and very comfortable. I would stay here again :)
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80 properties are a good fit for families
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40 properties allow pets
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70 properties have a dedicated workspace
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