Little Melrose
ID: S13299
- Bedrooms 1
- ・ Sleeps 2
- ・ Pets No
Guests say
Guests consistently praise Little Melrose for its cleanliness, comfort, and welcoming hosts. The cottage's location is appreciated for its proximity to attractions and its peaceful setting, despite occasional traffic noise. The well-equipped facilities and thoughtful touches, such as a welcome pack, contribute to a highly enjoyable stay.
Reviewers frequently highlight the immaculate condition of Little Melrose, indicating a high standard of cleanliness that contributes positively to their overall experience.
The location is generally praised for its quietness and convenience to local attractions, though some guests mention traffic noise. Its suitability for exploring Kent and East Sussex is a recurring positive note.
Comfort is a strong point, with guests finding the beds very comfortable and the cottage homely. A few guests noted the sofas were low, but this did not detract significantly from the overall comfort.
Facilities are well-regarded, with mentions of a well-equipped kitchen and useful appliances. Some minor feedback on specific items like the dishwasher and shower pressure suggests room for improvement, but overall satisfaction is high.
The hosts' thoughtfulness is evident through mentions of welcome packs and their readiness to assist. While these gestures are warmly received, it's noted that such personal touches, though likely, are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Collier Street 1 mile. This spacious, single-storey, detached cottage is situated close to the small village of Collier Street in rural Kent. Located in the grounds of the owners' home and only two miles from the picturesque village of Yalding, this is the perfect place to stay when looking to explore the counties of Kent and Sussex. Offering comfortable ground floor accommodation, theres an open plan living area and an attractive twin bedroom where you can awake to the views of the surrounding apple orchards after a restful night's sleep. Whether creating delicious dinners or packing a picnic for a day trip, the well-equipped kitchen has everything to hand. Why not enjoy your morning coffee alfresco in the sunny garden? If country pubs are on your holiday agenda, then make for The Woolpack, which is less than a mile away, where after a brisk winter walk or a slow summer stroll, youre find a selection of meals from tasty bar snacks to speciality fish dishes. For those who delight in outdoor pursuits, be it country rambles, cycling or fishing, then youll have plenty of choice in this part of Kent. There are two large fishing lakes within a couple of miles and numerous footpaths to travel. Enjoy a cream tea on Teapot Island, where two rivers merge to flow into the River Medway, a beautiful spot to sit and watch the boats bob by, or spend the afternoon in the nearby pretty village of Yalding, with its quaint shops and narrow bridge. At the close of the day, return to this welcoming little cottage and plan tomorrow's adventure.
The small rural village of Collier Street, Kent, sits close to the border with Sussex. The village is only a few miles from The Hop Farm Family Park, previously a brewery owned by the Whitbread family, now a popular family attraction and concert venue. The Kent County Showground at Detling is only a short trip away, where there are events throughout the year. This part of Kent is scattered with historic houses and magnificent castles.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
One twin bedroom (can be pushed together) with en-suite bath, separate shower, basin and WC.
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with basic Freeview, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Covered off road parking for 1 car.
Bike storage.
Enclosed lawned garden with patio, furniture and BBQ.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 2 miles, pub 14 mins walk.
Please note this property is not suitable for people with mobility needs.
Please note this property only accepts a minimum of 3 night bookings.
Nearby points of interest
- Maidstone Museum
- Kent Life
- Royal Engineers Museum
- Stoneacre (National Trust)
- Tonbridge Castle
- Leeds Castle
- Rochester Castle
- Upnor Castle
- Hever Castle & Gardens
Reviews (62)
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Gerry
We had a very good week here and hope to return in 2025. To be recommended
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Stuart
It is well situated for exploring the surrounding areas such as Royal Tunbridge Wells, Tonbridge, Maidstone and smaller quainter places such as Headcorn and Cranbrook. Little Melrose is spacious, spotlessly clean and well equipped providing everything we needed from kitchen equipment to a washing machine, dishwasher and large fridge/freezer, and so on. We had a warm welcome from Brian and Vicky on arrival, and they were on hand if we had any problems, but, we didn't. Would highly recommend.
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K
Set back off a road, which was busier than I expected but quiet at night so not an issue. Adequately equipped and everything appeared to work, although we didn't use the dishwasher or washing machine. We did find the sofas to be very low and ended up doubling up the base cushions to make the seat higher on one and not using the other. The beds were very comfortable. Some suggestions for additions which might be of benefit for future guests - A rubber mat for the shower, the shower base is very slippery. Also a shelf or caddy in the shower as there is nowhere to put toiletries - A washing up bowl. Filling the big butler sink to an adequate depth is very inefficient. - A hairdryer would be useful. Luckily I had taken one anyway