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Writers Retreat in the heart of Ashford Town

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Property grounds
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
In a charming Victorian home, you'll find the perfect blend of quiet retreat and town centre convenience. Enjoy a log burner in the open-plan dining/living room, unwind in the garden with views of St Mary's Church, or take in the sounds of its beautiful bells chiming every quarter hour.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
The current price is NZ$491
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept

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About this property

Entire place

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

Writers Retreat in the heart of Ashford Town

A quaint, quiet, Victorian home on the Ashford Church Yard. Just a 7 min walk from Ashford International Station. Walk just 1 min to the other side of St Mary's Church and find yourself immersed in the hustle and bustle of Ashford Town Centre.
Built in the 1870's, the cottage has its quirks and creaky floorboards but is full of charm with a gorgeous view from the master bedroom towards the church and beautiful trees. Every day the view changes with the seasons.
The space
Brightly and stylishly decorated, a lovely 2 bedroom cottage with a small garden for you to enjoy, in an excellent central Ashford location.

The house has an open plan dining/living room downstairs (with log burner), kitchen. Upstairs is the bathroom equipped with Bath tub & overhead shower and a large double bedroom overlooking St Mary's Church. The second bedroom has a Queen (Small Double bed) and overlooks the little garden.

Whilst relaxing in the garden you will hear the beautiful church bells chime every 1/4 hour.
Other things to note
Parking! Due to the location of my little cottage there is no free parking at the house, however you can pull up very close for unloading and loading. Vicarage Lane car park is just around the corner, and you can book the parking on RingGo. Alternatively I can offer you free parking for multiple cars a 10 min walk from the house.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Ashford is home to this holiday home. Willesborough Windmill and Godinton House and Gardens are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Hollywood Bowl and Cineworld Ashford. Imagine Play Centre and Battlezone are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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Map
Ashford

What's nearby

  • St Mary The Virgin Church - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Ashford Designer Outlet - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Willesborough Windmill - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens - 12 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Gusbourne Estate Winery - 15 min drive - 18.4 km

Getting around

  • Ashford International Station - 9 min walk
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Low key Taproom - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The County Hotel (Wetherspoon) - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hortons Drink & Dine - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Writers Retreat in the heart of Ashford Town pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Writers Retreat in the heart of Ashford Town?

As of 13 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Writers Retreat in the heart of Ashford Town on 26 Sept 2025 start from NZ$490.78, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Writers Retreat in the heart of Ashford Town?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Writers Retreat in the heart of Ashford Town?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Writers Retreat in the heart of Ashford Town located?

Situated in Ashford, this holiday home is steps away from St Mary The Virgin Church and Ashford Museum. Hollywood Bowl and Ashford Designer Outlet are also within 1 mile (2 km). Ashford International Station is 9 minutes by foot and Ashford, England, UK (QDH-Ashford Intl. Train Station) is 11 minutes.

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