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★Tulip Tree Cottage★ Huge Garden+village setting+near Canterbury+dog friendly

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A brick house with a sloped roof, a chimney, and a small balcony with a black railing.
A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a bed with white linens, striped pillows, and a view of a garden through a window with curtains.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a blue sofa, a red armchair, and a dining area with a table set for two.
A patio with a round table and chairs, surrounded by raised garden beds with various plants.
A modern kitchen with a skylight, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a brick accent wall.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4646 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Canterbury, ENG
  • Place, Kent Downs
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Howletts Zoo
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Canterbury Cathedral
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (SEN-Southend)
    ‪122 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Canterbury

This vacation home is located within a mile (2 km) of Howletts Zoo and Kent Downs. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a fenced private yard.
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What's nearby

  • Kent Downs - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Howletts Zoo - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Canterbury Cathedral - 7 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Marlowe Theatre - 8 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • University of Kent - 10 min drive - 5.2 miles

Getting around

  • Canterbury Bekesbourne Station - 2 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Thomas Ingoldsby (Wetherspoon) - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Oriole cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Red Lion - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tadpole Tearoom - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

★Tulip Tree Cottage★ Huge Garden+village setting+near Canterbury+dog friendly

Tulip Tree Cottage was originally the village school house built in the 1870's and now a comfortable and newly converted home situated in the Kent Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Within walking distance of the village supermarket, pharmacy and 2 good pubs, this is the perfect place for a family holiday or weekend getaway with friends. This cottage has its own secluded patio with seating and is surrounded by flowers and plants from Spring onwards - perfect for breakfast and long summer evenings. The lawn and woods is shared with the guests in the cottage next door, but there's plenty of space for everyone. 5 mins to Canterbury, 60 mins from London and 27 mins from the Eurotunnel exit. 10% discount for 7 nights+.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fenced private yard, and a coffee maker. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 646 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed
Requests considered on a case by case basis.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Requests considered on a case by case basis.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Note from host: Requests considered on a case by case basis.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

Tulip Tree Cottage Huge Garden village Setting dog Friendly
Tulip Tree Cottage Huge Garden village Setting dog Friendly

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Canterbury, a short 17-minute walk from Howletts Zoo and also 18 minutes on foot from Kent Downs. You'll also find Canterbury Cathedral and Howletts Wild Animal Park within a short drive.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is London (SEN-Southend), which is about 28.9 mi away.

★Tulip Tree Cottage★ Huge Garden+village setting+near Canterbury+dog friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 117 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 117 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
James, our host, followed our car as we drove in, and was unlocking the cottage door as we were exiting our car. He took all the time we needed, to explain the facilities, and told us to call on him if we had any problem. He lives very close, and we did have a question, and he made no fuss about being disturbed.The cottage was entirely excellent, easy to live in, and comfortable. Tha garden and woodland is peaceful, and lovely to sit in; and there is a gate opening onto a footpath beside a wheat field,
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Weekend away

Restful ,very peaceful.hsd a nice stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely place. Its so so beautiful and clan and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exploring Canterbury

Lovely cottage in a lovely great for families
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice stay in Bridge

Very comfortable property in a lovely location. Comprehensive welcome back and host very welcoming.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location, walks from the door and a fab pub on the doorstep. Hosts were non intrusive but available and welcoming. Everything was just perfect. Reasonably secure garden so perfect for my older dog, my youngster I kept on a flexi to be safe.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely spot to explore East Kent

Well equipped, great location, great garden and handy gate to field for dog walks
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Lovely, spacious accommodation. Garden peaceful and private. Excellent base for exploring Kent, and the village was very attractive. Would definitely recommend this property and the welcome and attention we received from James. Thank you,
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Well appointed place for restful holiday

Thoughtfully and user friendly prepared. Most enjoyable.
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely house and great garden

It was a week to remember and we went to the pub on the corner for dellicious hamburgers ;) and beer!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect week in South-East England

Perfect apartment with all you need! Perfect location to visit famous Leeds Castle, Dover Castle, Deal Castle, Canterbury, Whitstable and other locations! We really enjoyed the stay! Thanks to James!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Stay

Perfect stay for all people who have a dog! Very friendly and mindful hosts, great garden, great walks around the village. The house was very clean. Very nice and welcoming village with great pubs and food. We can only say thank you very much to James and his lovely wife!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot

Tulip Tree Cottage was lovely with plenty of downstairs and outside space. Parking was fine. Everything was just so, would thoroughly recommend it
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

School house

Wonderfully converted school house. Wood stove is great. It had everything we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place to stay for visiting Kent

Lovely location. Clean and well equipped. Owner was particularly helpful especially when we had an unfortunate power cut ( not owners fault). Car charging facility much appreciated. Good places to eat within walking distance. Would recommend The Pig fir something special.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Canterbury autumnal break

Great communication with James, ideal location. Quiet and easily accessible to Canterbury, Whitstable and Herne Bay. Fabulous local pub, The Red Lion in walking distance. Cottage was modern, clean and very comfy beds. Garden leading to woods and fields.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful cottage, host and village

We had such a perfect time here as we prepared for our wedding. Lovely rooms, gorgeous garden, such a helpful host and I loved the big living space. Would be excellent in summer or winter. Spotless. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tulip Cottage April 2024

Beautiful cottage with all the amenities of home. The villagers of Bridge are very friendly. Wonderful walking trails with great views. James, the owner of the property, was very responsive and made it very easy for us to feel at home.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super Dog friendly cottage

Great Cottage with super back garden. Very convenient for dog owners and location to Canterbury. Local shop and pubs close by serving great food. Only negative is double beds are quite small so if you are a large frame could be a tight fit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutly fine

Well appointed
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a great and lovely cottage!

We had a great time in this beautifull cottage with the amazing garden. Our kids (12 and 9) and dog had the time of their lives too. They could run, play outside and create house of trees. All was available in the house. And the communication with James was just perfect. We were also very thankfull for his flexibility on our challenging circumstances. Thanks so much James!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Stay

We moved to Bridge for 5 weeks before departing to Spain. James was a wonderful host who went over and above to help us (even printed off our travel labels when we realised there was no way for us to d so!) We have a dog who was more than comfortable and the walks around Bridge are superb, we were walking 6 miles a day and not once got bored of the walk. The people of Bridge are the nicest that we have met in a long time. The pubs in the Village are 10/10 I even used the dentist and the Beauty Salon in the village whilst staying and the service was impeccable. Short trip to Canterbury by car, if required. I cannot recommend James and his cottages enough Love, Sally, Tom & Rosa
Stayed 37 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Perfect Cottage

We could not have enjoyed our stay here anymore than we did; we loved everything about Tulip Tree Cottage! We were warmly greeted and access to the property was quick and easy. The cottage has been beautifully renovated and the finish and furnishings throughout were of the highest quality. The cottage is extremely well equipped and nothing was lacking. The private patio was a delight and the very large garden and wooded area were wonderful. In the evenings we took a glass of wine to the bench under the trees and sat looking back at the cottage, listening to the song thrushes and blackbirds singing. Reading the guest book it is clear that we are not alone in loving Tulip Tree Cottage and hoping to return. I have never read a guest book so full of positive comments and happy visitors! I would like to add a more personal comment too; travelling with someone who has Alzheimer's is usually a nightmare, my husband does not cope well with new places and our visits to see family in England are usually stressful and difficult. However, the moment my husband entered Tulip Tree Cottage he was calm and at peace. There is a wonderful ambience to the cottage and its tranquillity worked wonders for us. We loved every minute and came home feeling properly rested - for the first time in 10 years. A huge and heartfelt 'thank you' to James and your lovely partner.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Schönes Cottage

Ein wunderschönes Cottage im Herzen von Kent. Nur zum Empfehlen.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bridge

Super mooie locatie in klein dorp. Perfect uitgangspunt om Canterbury te bezoeken. 10 Minuten met de bus. Mooi verbouwd "oud" schoolgebouw met een prachtige tuin. In de omgeving schitterende wandelingen te maken . Zeer vriendelijke eigenaar. Al met al een aanrader om naartoe te gaan. Wij hebben genoten!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024