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Hattie the Horse Box

Hawkhurst, Kent
Original Cottages

This property is managed by our sister brand Original Cottages info_outline

Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
No Dogs
4
star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Shepherd Hut
Glamping
Quirky
Romantic
Fishing on site / nearby
Working farm
Hot Tub
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • Unique glamping experience in a converted vintage horsebox with vast countryside views
  • Open-plan living space with galley kitchen, dining table, sofa and wood burner-effect electric stove
  • Luxurious outdoor amenities include a fire pit/BBQ, Lay-Z-Spa hot tub, sun loungers and a furnished shed

Property code: OC-CB659

Indulge in a unique experience at this quirky stay in the Kent countryside, as you glamp in a converted vintage horse box with luxuries like the Lay-Z-Spa hot tub. Set in the owner’s 13-acre land with surrounding animals and lovely rural views, you can unwind in this unique location knowing you’re also not far from modern conveniences like shops, cafes and restaurants in Hawkhurst village (0.5 miles). Ramble or cycle in the surrounding nature, such as Bedgebury forest (4.5 miles) and Bewl Water park (7.5 miles), where you can also try water sports like paddleboarding. History buffs will love the location. Visit The National Trust’s Sissinghurst Castle Gardens (7 miles) and climb the tower for panoramic views. In the spa town of Royal Tunbridge Wells (16 miles), you can see the spring that gave the town its name or visit the local museum. There are also excellent shops, bars and restaurants. Local vineyards like Biddenden (8.5 miles) and Chapel Down (12.5 miles) make lovely afternoon excursions as they offer wine tasting and tours.

Admire the quirkiness of this vintage horse box as you enter via steps into the open-plan living area, with clever designs to make the best use of the space. The main area is ideal for relaxation with a plump sofa, wood burner-effect electric stove, radio and DVD for playing films on the mini screen. For dining, there’s a gate-legged table with two chairs that fold away for efficiency. A small galley kitchen has cooking equipment and a fridge with an ice box. The double French doors that open to the courtyard mean you’ll always have a lovely view. You’ll find your king-size bed in the sleeping area with porthole windows on a platform, accessed by ladders, to the front of the lorry. There’s a portable bed guard and hanging space up there too. The property is complete with a contemporary, stylish shower room.

There’s more relaxation space outside in the open-fronted shed that’s a great place to relax or stargaze with a wicker sofa, coffee table and charming decors like the rug and bunting. You’ll also find lawned and gravelled areas kitted out with a garden table and chairs, sun loungers, a fire pit/BBQ and a Lay-Z-Spa hot tub. Enjoy all alongside those vast, tranquil, rural views.

  • 1 bedroom - king-size bed in sleeping area accessed via ladders
  • 1 shower room with WC
  • Sink, fridge with mini ice box, microwave, 2-ring hot plate
  • Welcome pack
  • Heating: wood burner-effect electric stove
  • Mini TV, DVD player, radio
  • Towels for the hot tub not provided
  • There is a £30 charge for use of hot tub, please add hot tub at time of booking
  • No Wi-Fi
  • Storage space in the cab for suitcases and golf clubs
  • Lawned area with open-fronted, furnished shed to sit in; gravelled area with garden table and chairs, sun loungers, a fire pit/BBQ and a Lay-Z-Spa hot tub
  • Private parking for 2 cars
  • Note: on the farm, there are 3 horses, 2 cats, a dog and chickens. Owing to the rural location, music must be kept to an appropriate volume
  • Pub and shop 0.4 miles, beach 18 miles
  • Arrival: 16:30 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Carol Thompson

This property joined our collection in 2019 and is managed by Carol.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 6 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Hannah, 9th April 2024

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Reviewed by Stephen, 1st September 2023

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Reviewed by Jae, 19th April 2023

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Great quirky property, well maintained with everything we needed for enjoyable stay. Host very friendly as were all in nearby villages.

Reviewed by Shaun, 20th February 2023

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Made very welcome from the host. Lovely, quirky accommodation.

Reviewed by Kerry, 12th December 2022

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Location was perfect, private no one able or over look. Warm and cosy, everything we needed. Great walk to the village good local shops. Owner was atentive

Reviewed by J, 1st November 2022

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Quirky and unique accommodation, the horsebox was really well furnished and had been converted to a high standard. Really comfortable, set in lovely surroundings, it was a lovely stay.

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