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Little Pontus
Challock
Kent
Offering romantic retreats in the countryside, Sitting within the Kent Downs AONB and surrounded by countryside, this pet-friendly cottage offers two guests a peaceful getaway with a beautifully furnished interior and a large, shared garden to enjoy a swimming pool and tennis court.
Little Pontus is a quaint, annexe holiday cottage settled in Molash near Challock, Kent, you’ll find off-road parking on arrival as you walk through the garden and to the cottage entrance.
Inside, the contemporary kitchen/diner is fully equipped for home cooking and keeping your walking gear fresh, thanks to the integrated washing machine.
Serve romantic dinners at the table for two, or perhaps you’d prefer dining al fresco in the garden?
Although shared with the owner, guests are welcome to make use of the large, beautiful garden, whether that’s cooking dinner on the barbecue, swimming in the outdoor unheated pool, playing tennis on the court, and wandering the fields beyond.
You can visit the greenhouses and pick from the vegetable patch with gardening gloves and tools provided.
Little Pontus also has a private, lawned garden just for guests with a shed to store bikes and walking equipment.
If you’re visiting during the colder months, retreat to the light and welcoming sitting room with a sumptuous corner sofa, woodburning stove, and Smart TV for entertainment; musical guests are welcome to practise on the piano, too!
Climb the stairs to find a thoughtfully furnished, king-size bedroom with views of the idyllic gardens and white wooden furnishings.
In the mornings, freshen up in your en-suite shower room with a spacious walk-in shower to energise your day.
Little Pontus is a great base to explore Kent Downs AONB with walking and cycling paths from your doorstep, as well as traditional country pubs to take a break from the kitchen, such as The George Inn, The Halfway House in Challock, and The Wagon & Horses.
There are a range of attractions to visit in the Downs with Bluebell forest, Belmont House and Gardens, and Doddington Place Gardens at a Victorian Mansion.
Be sure to visit the picturesque Chilham with an ancient Castle offering tours and open days, or head to the Wye Downs nature reserve for scenic walks.
For a change of pace, head to the town of Ashford with restaurants ranging from Italian at Amici to Nepalese at Everest Inn Ashford, along with the Godinton House & Gardens, and Conningbrook Lakes Country Park.
Further afield, you’ll find Faversham, the cathedral city of Canterbury, and the seaside town of Whitstable with lovely, shingle beaches.
For a romantic cottage in Kent, look no further than Little Pontus.
CHALLOCK
Ashford 7.1 miles; Faversham 7.5 miles; Canterbury 11.5 miles
Challock is a large, mostly wooded village resting between Ashford and Faversham, Kent. The village rests in the beautiful Kent Downs AONB, close to one of the highest points on the North Downs, and offers a choice of idyllic walks nearby including Bluebell Forest and Kings Wood. Dining options include The Halfway House serving traditional pub fare, the popular George Inn in Molash, and The Wagon & Horses just outside Challock, while you can stock up on essentials at The Barn Shop. Just outside of the village lies Chilham, home to the ancient Chilham Castle, as well as Throwley where you’ll find Faversham Golf Club. The bustling town of Ashford is close by where you can find further attractions and amenities, including a range of restaurants, pubs and cafes, as well as Conningbrook Lakes Country Park and Godinton House & Gardens.
Sleeps 2, Pets Welcome
