Etchingham Travel Guide

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Bateman's was built by a prosperous iron-master named John Brittan in 1634. It was bought by Rudyard Kipling and his wife in 1902. They occupied it until Rudyard's death in 1936. It was bequeathed to the National Trust by his widow-in 1940 together with the contents.
Bateman's was built by a prosperous iron-master named John Brittan in 1634. It was bought by Rudyard Kipling and his wife in 1902. They occupied it until Rudyard's death in 1936. It was bequeathed to the National Trust by his widow-in 1940 together with the contents.
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Bateman's was built by a prosperous iron-master named John Brittan in 1634. It was bought by Rudyard Kipling and his wife in 1902. They occupied it until Rudyard's death in 1936. It was bequeathed to the National Trust by his widow in 1940 together with the contents.
Bateman's was built by a prosperous iron-master named John Brittan in 1634. It was bought by Rudyard Kipling and his wife in 1902. They occupied it until Rudyard's death in 1936. It was bequeathed to the National Trust by his widow-in 1940 together with the contents.
ORIDA Maidstone Hotel

ORIDA Maidstone Hotel

3 out of 5
Bearsted Rd Maidstone England
Stay at this hotel in Maidstone. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,238 reviews)
Nice atmosphere and good restaurant

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

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Royal Wells Hotel

Royal Wells Hotel

3 out of 5
59 Mount Ephraim Royal Tunbridge Wells England
The price is NZ$171 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$171
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Royal Tunbridge Wells. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
The room was clean and nicely decorated. All the staff I came across were really helpful and friendly.

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Royal Wells Hotel
Ashford International Hotel & Spa

Ashford International Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
Simone Weil Avenue Ashford England
The price is NZ$174 per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
NZ$174
13 Mar - 14 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ashford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
Staff seemed courteous. Rooms were to the expectations. The Sauna and Jacuzzi were not working which was a shame. But over, happy with our stay.

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Ashford International Hotel & Spa
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Osborne Apartments

Osborne Apartments

2.5 out of 5
31 Carlisle Road Eastbourne England
Stay at this aparthotel in Eastbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Towner Art ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (96 reviews)
Great stay

Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026

Osborne Apartments
A fabulous Grade II listed converted 14th Century pub. Child and pet friendly

A fabulous Grade II listed converted 14th Century pub. Child and pet friendly

Lydd England
Stay at this holiday home in Romney Marsh. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Lydd Kart Circuit and Romney Sands Station are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
Great accommodation for a fun family gathering. It’s a beautiful home with an extensive kitchen and large fire place. It was so good all having our own bathrooms and a big dining area. Highly recommend this experience.

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

A fabulous Grade II listed converted 14th Century pub. Child and pet friendly
Kentish Oast, Cottage and Barn in stunning private grounds with swimming pool

Kentish Oast, Cottage and Barn in stunning private grounds with swimming pool

Hollingbourne England
Stay at this family-friendly cottage in Maidstone. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a garden. Popular attractions Leeds Castle and Bearsted Golf Club are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
A good host who was very responsive. Great set of 3 cottages shared by 9 of us comfortably over the holiday season. Plenty of kitchen equipment for all our culinary needs… brilliant!!

Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

Kentish Oast, Cottage and Barn in stunning private grounds with swimming pool
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Bateman's

Learn about the local history of Burwash with a stop at Bateman's. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the spas in this quaint area.

Bateman's

Merriments Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Merriments Gardens, a lovely green space in Hurst Green. Amble around this relaxing area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its lively bars.

Merriments Gardens

Merriments

Enjoy an outing to Merriments during your stay in Hurst Green. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Merriments