The Farmhouse is a spacious and welcoming holiday home in Harty on the Isle of Sheppey off the coast of Kent. It comfortably sleeps 21 people in 8 bedrooms and is ideal for large groups accommodation for extended families and friends. There is lots of space indoors and outside, with guests having fantastic views and enjoying a location within walking distance of the coast and The Swale nature reserves. The Farmhouse is one of five superb holiday rentals on Mocketts Farm and is available for bookings all year round.
Harrier's Nest is a stylish, wood-clad holiday cottage in Harty on the Isle of Sheppey, within walking distance of the coast and the fantastic Ferry House. The property sleeps 4+ people in 2 bedrooms and suits couples or families who want to get away for a few nights to recharge and unwind. Guests can enjoy beautiful views over fields and countryside, strolling to the pub for long lazy lunches and evening 'sun downers', a private garden for relaxing in the sunshine and shared grounds that include picnic areas, an enclosed duck pond and a games room. Harrier's Nest is also dog friendly and has a fully fenced dog safe garden. There is also an exercise paddock available for Mocketts Farm Cottages guests to book. Being so close to London, Harriers Nest is perfect for those times when you just want to escape away!
Marsh View is on Mocketts Farm on the Isle of Sheppey, within walking distance of the coast and The Ferry House at Harty. The spacious holiday cottage sleeps eight guests in four bedrooms and has a flexible layout that works well for families, extended families and friends. Guests enjoy beautiful views and wonderful footpaths and cycling routes from the door. The location is perfect at any time of the year as it is close to two national nature reserves and beautiful beaches, yet only half an hour from Maidstone and an hour from Canterbury and London.
Escape to the peace and beauty of Harty on the Isle of Sheppey. This fantastic barn conversion is perfect for a holiday with extended family or friends, sleeping 12+ people in 6 lovely ensuite bedrooms with the possibility of squeezing in a few extra kids on camp beds if necessary. It is one of five super self-catering cottages on Mocketts Farm in Kent, offering a 4-Star Gold standard of accommodation without compromise. The surrounding area is an oasis of tranquility which attracts an abundance of wildlife, and with a very good pub within strolling distance, Mocketts Farm provides all the right ingredients for a relaxing holiday.
Fleet Lodge is a wonderful self-catering cottage in Kent. Tucked away in the sublime pocket-sized piece of heaven that is Harty, the modern barn conversion sleeps 6+ people in 3 bedrooms and is ideal for families or friends. It is one of five superb holiday properties on Mocketts Farm, whose owners also run the 2AA Rosette Ferry House pub just a short walk away. Beaches, countryside walks and cycling routes are all nearby. Fleet Lodge is also dog friendly and has its own fully-fenced dog safe garden. We have also recently opened a dog exercise paddock for the use of all Mocketts Cottages guests. As you sit in the garden with a drink, listening to the birds and taking time to breathe, you'll scarcely believe this retreat is only an hour from London and even closer to Canterbury.
"The View" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Kent. Faversham is a thriving market town in the heart of Kent. With many interesting places to see and things to do, this lovely town offers visitors the chance to explore, shop, cycle, walk, swim, fish, or dine out and also boasts the oldest...
"Keepers Lodge" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Kent. Located next to the owner’s property in Sharsted Woods, Doddington, this is a real hidden gem nestled amidst the enchanting Kent countryside. Surrounded by the sprawling beauty of Sharsted Woods, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty,...
"The Garden House Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Kent. Whitstable, a bustling community dubbed the "Pearl of Kent," has existed since before the time of the Domesday Book. Its location beside the water makes it perfect for watersports throughout the year, and the Oyster Festival, which is held in...
"Holly Tree House" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Kent. Herne is a small village within walking distance of the traditional Kent coastal resort of Herne Bay, which offers 2 miles of splendid seafront, frequented by water sport enthusiasts including rowers, yachtsmen and jet ski riders, and by those...
"The Old Butchers" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Kent. Nestled in the pretty village of Chilham, and within 0.5 miles of Chilham railway station, Chilham Castle, two local pubs, a tearoom and wine bar, this is the perfect escape for couples who are looking to explore Kent’s countryside. For those...
"3 Bed Cottage in Faversham" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Kent. Additional information and rules - 3 bedrooms - 1 king-size and 2 doubles - 1 bathroom with bath and shower over the bath and WC, 1 shower room with shower and WC and 1 en-suite bathroom with bath, shower and WC - Electric oven and...
"Appleyard" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Kent. Whether you prefer walking in the fresh air, a round of golf, shopping or beach days, this couple’s escape in the Kent Downs National Landscape is ideal. There are plenty of local footpaths to explore, and within 1 mile you can reach the...
"1 Bed Cottage in Whitstable" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Kent. Additional information and rulesNo dogs allowed - 1 king-size bedroom - 1 en-suite shower room with shower cubicle and WC - Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, Nespresso Vertuo coffee machine, dishwasher and...
"Hippity Hop Oast" is a 5 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 10 guests in Kent.
"Newden Cottage" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Kent. Whitstable is a seaside town located on the coast of Kent. It homes a local market, a working harbour, independent shops and galleries for you to explore. Here, you will also find Whitstable West Beach, which is ideal for a stroll along the...
"Gingerbread Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Kent. Home to the oldest cathedral in England, the vibrant city of Canterbury rests in the south western county of Kent. Decorated in quaint cobbled streets and steeped in history, the city of Canterbury has much to offer its visitors, with a...
"3 Apsley Cottages" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Kent. The village of Chartham is situated perfectly for those looking to discover the countryside and the towns in north Kent. Visitors can enjoy the Farmers' Market that is held in the village hall every Thursday.
"Westgate Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Kent. A beautifully renovated and charming former Georgian worker's cottage retaining many original features and in the heart of the city of Canterbury. It sleeps 4 in delightful double and twin bedrooms and has been tastefully furnished to a high...
"The Barn - Chilham" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Kent. Nestled in the pretty village of Chilham, recently named as one of the prettiest villages in Kent (The Times - May 2024) and within a short walk of Chilham railway station (0.5 miles), Chilham Castle and all the local amenities make this the...
"Quercus Cottage - Challock" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Kent. Escape with your loved ones to this charming brick cottage perfectly located on the outside edge of the village of Challock. Sleeping up to six people across two bedrooms, with two additional beds in the reading room, it’s an ideal countryside...
"The Old Post Office" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Kent. Dominating the city skyline, the cathedral at Canterbury is the oldest in England, and along with the castle and quaint cobbled streets, draws visitors back time and again to its history, heritage and culture. Cosmopolitan restaurants, vibrant...
"Smallcroft" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Kent. The beach at Seasalter is mainly shingle and sand and therefore quieter than the more sandy bays at Westgate-on-Sea which is just along the coast. Seasalter Sailing Club, which has a clubhouse on Faversham Road, hosts catamaran boats which race...
"Twynholm" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Kent. Warden, located in the coastal area of Kent on the Isle of Sheppey, is a hidden gem that offers a unique blend of history and natural beauty. The isle itself is home to The Eastchurch Aviation Museum is a must-visit attraction for aviation...
"3 Bed Apartment in Herne Bay" is a 3 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 7 guests in Kent. Additional information and rules - 3 bedrooms - 1 king-size, 1 double, 1 bunk bed & 1 single - 1 Jack & Jill en-suite shower room with shower and WC and 1 family bathroom with shower over bath and WC - Electric oven, gas hob,...
"Kent Downs Cottage" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Kent. Located on the Great Stour River and within the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the pretty village of Chartham is perfectly situated for visitors looking to explore the countryside and towns in north Kent. Set halfway between...
"3 Bed Cottage in Whitstable" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Kent. Additional information and rulesNo dogs allowed - 3 bedrooms – 1 super-king, 1 king size and 1 twin bedroom - 1 bathroom with a shower over bath and WC, 1 en-suite shower room with WC, 1 en-suite WC, and 1 separate ground floor...
"Lodge Two, Country View Park" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Kent. In the county of Kent, the market town of Faversham is booming. This charming town provides tourists the option to explore, shop, cycle, walk, swim, fish, or eat out. It also has the oldest brewery in Britain, which dates back to 1698, as well...
"Pebble Garden Apartment - Whitstable" is a 2 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 4 guests in Kent.
"The Beaumont" is a 1 bed holiday BandB sleeping up to 1 guests in Kent.
Popular towns in and around Kent:
AppledoreAshfordBexleyBroadstairsBrooklandCanterburyCranbrookDealDoverDungenessDymchurchEastbourneFavershamFawkhamFolkestoneHawkhurstLeysdownLeysdown-on-SeaMaidstoneMargateRamsgateRochesterRyeSandwichSevenoaksSheernessSt Mary HooTonbridgeTunbridge WellsWhitstableSearch within South and South East England
We have lots of great holiday cottages in Kent, especially if you fancy somewhere near the coast. Leysdown has a number of well-equipped holiday parks and holiday homes, including cosy romantic boltholes and larger accommodation options for groups of friends or family. A good chunk of our accommodation in Saxmundham is dog-friendly too, so your four-legged friend never needs to miss out!
The Isle of Sheppey is probably most famous for its aviation history. The American Wright brothers pioneered early flight here at the beginning of the 20th Century and the Grade II listed air base is now a popular holiday centre complete with fascinating flying memorabilia. Leysdown’s beaches, nature reserves, arcades and traditional attractions also make it a wonderful place for an outdoorsy UK break. Can’t wait to visit? Browse our complete collection of holiday cottages there today.
If you love exhilarating outdoor activities like bracing coastal walks, bike rides and wildlife spotting, Leysdown is the place to be.
Travelling from one of the major cities in the UK? Below are some average distances to Leysdown-on-Sea, so you know what to expect when arriving by car.
London: 281 miles
Birmingham: 179 miles
Glasgow: 464 miles
Liverpool: 273 miles
Bristol: 182 miles
Manchester: 261 miles
Leeds: 248 miles
Edinburgh: 449 miles
Newcastle: 329 miles
Known as the Garden of England, Kent offers up dramatic landscapes, historic castles, impressive cathedrals and lovely seaside resorts. Here are some of the most popular places to stay: