The Barn at Bombers - Self catering holiday cottage in Westerham, Sevenoaks, Kent, England - Sleeps 6
The Barn at Bombers
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Bombers Farm is situated in open countryside on the North Downs and yet only fourteen miles due south of the City of London. Frequent fast trains provide access to central London in twenty minutes, so the location is ideally suited to those wishing to visit London as well as the counties of Kent and Sussex. All three London airports are within easy reach. Dover and the Channel Tunnel are within an hour's drive.
Being situated on the North West side of Kent, Bombers is ideal for visiting the historic towns of this region such as Westerham, Penshurst, Sevenoaks, Greenwich, Chatham, Rochester and Tunbridge Wells. Some of the finest National Trust Properties in the country are also close by - Knole House, Penshurst Place, Chartwell, Ightham Mote, Eltham Palace, Sissinghurst and Hever are all within thirty minutes drive. The coastal attractions of towns such as Brighton, Rye and Eastbourne are little more than an hour's drive away, as is Canterbury.
For antique hunters, Westerham, Brasted, Brenchley and Tunbridge Wells offer some of the best shopping in the country. Local restaurants are excellent, offering French, Italian, Indian, Thai and Chinese food. Good food is also served in many of the local pubs. There are also many excellent golf courses in the area.
Facilities
Near Pub/Restaurant Garden/Outside Area Bike Storage Off-Road Parking DVD Washing Machine Tumble Dryer Microwave Dishwasher Video CD Player Shower Bath Cot
The Barn and Bombers Farm dates from the 16 century. The buildings are listed as being of historic and architectural interest. The Barn was converted in 2001 to provide accommodation of the highest standard. The original oak frame of the Barn has been retained, and there are oak floors and joinery throughout. All the rooms have plenty of natural light, and both lounges have large windows overlooking the open fields and ancient woodlands. Six people can be accommodated in three bedrooms. There is full central heating, and a soft water supply. All linen is provided. There are two televisions, a video, CD Player, DVD player, radio and payphone. Cars can be parked directly in front of the Barn.
Ground Floor:
Entrance hall.
Master bedroom with king size bed (this can be split to form two single beds) and wardrobe.
Shower room with high pressure shower, basin and WC.
Bathroom with bath and shower over, basin and WC.
Utility room with washing machine, dryer and freezer.
Lounge which measures approximately 27ft x 12ft (9metres x 4m) with windows overlooking surrounding fields. Access door to private patio with table, chairs and gas barbecue.
The entrance Hall and bathrooms have natural slate floors.
An antique spiral staircase leads to the first floor.
First Floor: This area is arranged as an L shaped open plan living and dining area (maximum dimensions 27ft x 24ft) and has an oak floor throughout. The ceiling is vaulted and the building's old oak frame is fully exposed.
Modern kitchen is fully equipped with an electric cooker and hob, dishwasher, fridge and microwave oven.
Dining area with a large table and six chairs.
Lounge area with two large sofas and an armchair. Full height picture windows provide beautiful views over the surrounding fields and woodland.
Two first floor bedrooms, each having two single beds and a wardrobe.
Prices for 7 nights: Low Season from £725 Mid Season from £850 High Season from £975
Key details:
Star Rating: 5 Stars Pets: No Smoking: No Children: Yes Changeover Day: Friday
Payment options:
Please enquire with owner
Bedroom configuration:
Sleeps 6 people in 3 bedrooms (1 double/twin, 2 twins)
Owner's details:
Owner: Roy & Brigitte Callow click Contact Details for owner´s phone number and email address.
The Barn at Bombers has been advertised with Independent Cottages since Aug 2006