Freshwater Barn offers accommodations in Benenden, 17 miles from Leeds Castle and 25 miles from Chatham Train Station. With inner courtyard views, this accommodation provides a patio. There's an outdoor fireplace and guests have access to free Wifi, free private parking, and an electric vehicle charging station. Providing a terrace and garden views, the apartment includes 1 bedroom, a living room, satellite flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. The property has an outdoor dining area. Guests can make the most of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. Guests at the apartment can enjoy cycling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. Historic Chatham Dockyard is 25 miles from Freshwater Barn, while Rochester Castle is 25 miles away. The nearest airport is London Gatwick Airport, 50 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom :
1 full bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.4
High score for Benenden
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jennifer
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was a charming - immaculately presented cottage in an idyllic location.
  • Jonathan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Some excellent little touches that made our stay enjoyable. Nicely presented with comfortable beds. Great location and a lovely host.
  • Su
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything about this annexe is well thought out and good quality and the private patio is a delight. Sophie is attentive in the best way and not at all intrusive.
  • Julie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location was ideal especially having the two dogs as plenty of areas for walking. Easy walk into village and not fair from local pub. Immediate area around property very quiet. Accommodation was clean and ideal for a short break
  • Natasha
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Really friendly host who was quick to reply. All lovely and clean and organised, great size and very comfortable.
  • Dawn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location, the helpful host and the peace and quiet of the village
  • Susan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Had a lovely stay in the cosy barn which was set in a delightful cottage style garden. Very clean and welcoming. Everything you could need in the kitchen plus lots of extras like home made cake on arrival, sparkling water and a Nespresso machine....
  • Jenny
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The barn is delightful, with access through a beautiful garden. So peaceful. We so enjoyed relaxing and unwinding in the barn and the lovely patio outside. Our hosts were welcoming, helpful and a pleasure to connect with.
  • Andrea
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything! The welcome on arrival, a pretty property, high standard of furnishings, a welcome homemade cake and milk on arrival, rapor with the host.
  • Richard
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Met by host who showed us over the property and handed us the keys, property is all on ground floor self contained and situated across court yard from owners house. Main reason we stayed as it was near Benenden Hospital and we did not fancy a long...

Hosted by Sophie Verschuur

9.6
9.6
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
Sophie Verschuur
Freshwater Barn is situated on the outskirts of Benenden village. it is a pretty, clean and freshly decorated property with one bedroom with ensuite shower room, an open plan sitting room and a large hallway. There is a pretty terrace with sun loungers, table benches and parasol.
We have been running this attractive holiday accommodation for the last 10 years. T present we have two dogs and several free range chickens. We enjoy meeting a variety of different people although most have an interests in gardens and walking
Beautiful surroundings in the weald. Plenty of National trust gardens, Sissinghurst, Great Scotney, Batemans to name a few as well as Great Dixter and Pashley Manor. There are local farm shops and pretty villages as well as big towns Tunbridge Well, Rye, and Hastings Old Town. There are beaches, reivers and walks
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Freshwater Barn
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • High chair
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional bathroom
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Fold-up bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Spa
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Activities
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Services & Extras
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Outdoor & View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Garden view
  • View
Building Characteristics
  • Detached
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
Miscellaneous
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules
Freshwater Barn takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 5:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 9:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 23
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Freshwater Barn of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about Freshwater Barn

  • Freshwater Barn offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Bowling
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Horseback riding
    • Bike tours
  • Freshwater Barn has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The prices at Freshwater Barn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Freshwater Barn is 1.7 miles from the center of Benenden. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Freshwater Barn is from 5:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Freshwater Barn on this page.

  • Freshwater Barn can accommodate this group size:

    • 4 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.