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The Griffins Retreat

Chillenden, Kent
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
No Dogs
4
star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Hot tub
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Romantic
Quirky
Shepherd Hut
Parking on site / nearby
Log Cabin / Lodge
Towels included
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At a glance

  • Beautiful hand-built shepherd’s hut in a peaceful rural location overlooking the local countryside
  • A luxurious couples escape with wood-fired hot tub and a wood burner for cosying up on chilly evenings
  • Surrounded by beautiful rolling countryside, with easy access to local farm shops and good pubs
Property code: 88795

Situated in the beautiful Kent countryside, this enchanting shepherd’s hut offers a peaceful escape from the everyday hustle and bustle with plenty of footpaths that link up to surrounding villages and are perfect to explore the rolling countryside. Within 200 metres is the village pub and just a little further is the recently restored Chillenden Windmill - a great place for enjoying the Garden of England. Nearby attractions of Goodnestone Park Gardens, Howletts Park and Wingham Wildlife Park, all within 6 miles. Canterbury is 10 miles away and offers boutique shopping and the opportunity to visit the famous cathedral. Those who fancy a relaxing beach day can enjoy the coastal towns of Sandwich and Deal, both of which have plenty to do and are within 9 miles.

 Inside, the hut has been decorated to evoke a cosy and romantic feel. There is a well-equipped kitchen area with an induction hob, combination oven/microwave and fridge with icebox. A dining table with bench seating offers an ideal spot for enjoying a romantic meal or a game of cards in front of the wood burner on chilly evenings, and a vinyl record player with a collection of records offers a nostalgic trip back in time. The double bed sits at one end of the hut beneath dual-aspect windows and conveniently folds away when not in use. The shower room has a walk-in shower and WC with an electric towel rail to ensure that guests have warm fluffy towels each morning.

Outside, the hut has an enclosed, secluded garden area with a wood-fired cedarwood hot tub from which you can enjoy the stunning countryside views. There is a table and chairs for enjoying al fresco meals using the charcoal BBQ and an outdoor sink. There is also a delightful fire pit area with cosy seating – just perfect for toasting marshmallows under the night skies.

  • 1 bedroom - double
  • 1 shower room with WC
  • Induction hob, combination oven/microwave and fridge with icebox
  • Wood burner (logs included)
  • Wood-fired cedarwood hot tub (towels included)
  • Patio furniture and charcoal BBQ
  • Private parking for 2 cars
  • DAB radio,Vinyl record player and selection of board games
  • Pub 200 metres and shop 2 miles
  • The hut can only accommodate maximum of 2 adults (no children or babies)
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £150 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £20. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Joice Wisdom

This property joined our collection in 2022 and is managed by Joice.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 38 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Charlotte, 6th September 2024

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Reviewed by Lauren, 30th August 2024

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Griffins Retreat was the perfect get-away for me and my partner. The hosts were very attentive if i had any questions or queries. A great break, lovely hot tub and beautiful scenery . Will definitely be coming back! Thanks Lin & Andy

Reviewed by Natasha, 14th August 2024

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We had a wonderful three night stay at Griffins Retreat. Lin was a great host who was very contactable. The Nest is situated at the back of their land, is very private and secluded and in a beautiful location. Has great amenities and instructions for the relevant items. The pub is a five minute walk away and there is a nearby farm shop and other neRead morearby conveniences. Very well situated for days out in Canterbury, Whitstable, Deal and Sandwich among other places. Would fully recommend. Hide

Reviewed by Kelsey, 9th August 2024

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Beautiful accomodation in a lovely peaceful location. Everything had been thought off. Would definitely come back.

Reviewed by Emma, 2nd August 2024

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Luxurious and well appointed cabin with all necessary appliances. Lovely outside space and comfortable seating to enjoy the afternoon and evening sunshine. Good hot tub with voice of either wood fired or electric heating our preference was for electric heating. Lins lemon drizzle cake was beautiful. Chillenden is in an area of natural beauty with mRead moreany footpaths and walking trails near by. The Griffins Head pub is highly recommended and only a stones throw away. We look forward to our return. Hide

Reviewed by Cassie, 6th July 2024

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Idyllic location, loved all the personal touches. Everything had been thought of. Great communication before trip and avaliable if needed while there but also privacy. Would highly recommend.

Reviewed by Jayson, 1st July 2024

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Our stay was amazing and super relaxing. The nest was well stocked and clean, perfect to relax in. The hot tube was great too. Just made for a well rounded fun and relaxing holiday.

Reviewed by Tracy, 28th May 2024

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Reviewed by Judith, 25th May 2024

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Everything has been carefully thought out with little extra touches to make it feel like home from home and absolutely spotless.

Reviewed by Kim, 14th May 2024

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Reviewed by Ellie, 26th April 2024

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Beautifully decorated shepherds hut, very clean and spacious. The porch area with the hot tub was very serene and peaceful during the day and night, with a lovely view.

Reviewed by Natalie, 23rd April 2024

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The most perfect getaway!

Reviewed by Steve, 5th April 2024

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Perfect from start to finish. Everything about this lovely little retreat is stunning, the views, amazing location, the condition and some lovely extra little touches. We would highly recommend if you are looking to get away from the city life and switch off. Dont look any further just book it, you wont be disappointed.

Reviewed by Richard, 14th March 2024

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Perfect stay. The location was brilliant, very clean with excellent instructions and the hosts were very helpful and communicative. Id highly recommend and cant wait to stay here again

Reviewed by Kate, 8th March 2024

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The shepherd's hut was everything we hoped for and more!!! - Every single thing you could think of needing, Lin had already thought of! - The location is amazing, secluded and private - The hot tub was fantastic, we used it every night - The bed was seriously comfortable and the bedding fantastic - Lin's lemon drizzle cake was to die for!!! - If weRead more could give 10 stars, we would!!! - The local pub (1min walk away) was gorgeous and the food was fantastic - We'll be back and thank you so much xxx Hide

Reviewed by Carys, 23rd February 2024

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Enjoyed a wonderful stay! Everything was so well thought about! Very clean and local to a lovely pub! Secluded and peaceful! Would highly recommend to everyone!

Reviewed by Courtney, 23rd December 2023

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Lovely place to stay. Had everything we needed and more. Lovely little extra touches by owners like home made goodies. Very thoughtful. We really recommend and will be returning in future

Reviewed by Mark, 6th October 2023

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A perfect stay for my partners birthday weekend. Thank you so much, we felt so welcome! :)

Reviewed by Greg, 20th September 2023

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The Nest was absolutely spotless and so well furnished and stocked with anything you could possibly need or want for your stay. All the small details were thought of and it made for a very relaxing stay in a beautiful setting. Would highly recommend!

Reviewed by Paul, 15th September 2023

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Lin & Andy, Thank you so much for the stay in The Nest. What an experience. Your attention to detail and the thought that has gone into this place is amazing. We had such an amazing time and will definitely be recommending to everyone we know and are keen to come back in the near future. Thanks again, Paul & Rosie

Reviewed by Sheralyn, 5th September 2023

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We had a perfect stay at Griffins Retreat, we particularly enjoyed the hot tub, such a peaceful location with a nice village pub just a short walk away. We were lucky enough to have fantastic weather in the few days we were there. Highly recommend.

Reviewed by Georgina, 3rd September 2023

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Lin has created an amazing countryside oasis. The hut was kitted out with everything you could possibly need and the personal touches of homemade cake and freshly cut flowers made it even more special. Would highly recommend staying here - it's everything we needed it to be!

Reviewed by Matt, 16th August 2023

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We booked the Griffin Retreat for our honeymoon and it could not have been anymore perfect! Lin and Andy have done an amazing job with the place and it feels so private. The scenery is amazing amd that's just in the surrounding garden! It feels like the path, plants, pond and surrounds have been put there but Alan titchmarsh and the Ground Force loRead moret. The place really was a dream and we'd love to stay again thank you so much Hide

Reviewed by Keiffa, 6th August 2023

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Was such a lovely experience a peaceful and relaxing couple of days, the whole set up from the location of the shepherds hut to the extras like the fire pit, hot tub and pond were placed perfectly. Everything that you need for a comfortable and convenient stay was there thoughtfully planned out. Lin (one of the hosts) was a great help throughout anRead mored made everything a lot easier. It was a great little place to get away and enjoy some peace and quiet. Hide

Reviewed by Amanda, 31st July 2023

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Just wonderful! So relaxing

Reviewed by Jodie, 17th July 2023

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From the homemade cake, to the overall fully equipped cabin with everything you would possibly need. Cheese graters, and other kitchen equipment, to knitting and games. The hot tub was just what we needed to unwind; again the separate towels and outside blankets, even disposable slippers are provided. The local pub has some of the best pub food I hRead moreave had. Whitstable Bay for fresh oysters is only a 20-25 minute drive away if you fancy an afternoon trip. 10/10 would reccomend! Hide

Reviewed by Sarah, 14th July 2023

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Stunning little shepherd's hut...very private..large outdoor space too..loved the fish pond. A really lovely stay. Peaceful and relaxing

Reviewed by Sarah, 23rd June 2023

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This was the most relaxing place to stay, Not over looked and lots Of really lovely touches Like homemade cake and homegrown strawberries. The hot tub was amazing to watch the stars and chill.

Reviewed by Mark, 30th May 2023

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Amazing couldnt want for anything didnt want to leave

Reviewed by Harry, 14th April 2023

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All you need for a few days getaway as a couple. So well equiped even if weather is not great a can chill either playing games or hot tub. Definitely recommend it, will be great memories for us and would go back again. Thank you for the owners for your welcome gifts and checking is we had what we needed.

Reviewed by Aleksandra, 7th April 2023

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Amazing place for a couple. The hosts thought of everything to make the stay perfect and relaxing. Great facilities, space, location & personal touches by the host. Would definitely recommend!

Reviewed by Rosie, 24th January 2023

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Reviewed by Pat, 20th January 2023

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such a gem! its perfect for what we wanted and conveniently had everything we needed! loved everything about this place will surely be returning!

Reviewed by Layne, 23rd December 2022

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Surrounded by fields and secluded from the hustle of life, this little corner of solitude left us relaxed and refreshed. The owners have thought of everything you might need to distract you from everyday life. You will wonder if this way of living can become your everyday! Take walking shoes or boots, a few books or in our case games and enjoy the Read morequiet. We loved the log burner and the hot tub and used it everyday. We cannot recommend The Griffin's retreat more highly. Hide

Reviewed by Charlotte, 18th November 2022

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Honestly had the best time ever, no complaints at all.

Reviewed by Sophie, 28th October 2022

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Griffins retreat is a little slice of heaven. Its set in such a beautiful part of the countryside. It had everything you could possibly think of. The homemade cakes were beautiful. Lucky for us we had beautiful weather all weekend and watched a beautiful sunset over the horizon whilst in the hot tub. I cant recommend this enough!

Reviewed by Gurjinder, 24th October 2022

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Reviewed by Felicity, 14th October 2022

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We had such a wonderful stay at the Griffin's Retreat. Every little detail had been considered, and the personal touches like milk/tea and homemade cake on arrival were so perfect. We can't wait to go back!

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