While 2017 was the year of the lone traveller, one of the biggest travel trends this year is staying right here in Blighty, with Kent in particular being a draw. If you’re looking for somewhere a bit different to stay we’ve rounded up the quirkiest you can find in the area that are ideal weekend away or, if you fancy it, a staycation in the Garden of England.
Gothic Castle Tower, Hadlow
A Grade I Listed building and the tallest folly in the UK, the Gothic castle tower in Hadlow has beautifully restored into luxury holiday accommodation across six floors via two staircases and a passenger lift. The tower sleeps up to six people and you get the entire place to yourself!
£500 per night, www.airbnb.co.uk/rooms/20968669
The Sheep Fold, Ticehurst
Located in the heart of the Wealdne countryside, The Sheep Fold sits in its own sheltered glade five minutes walk from any habitation and is set in 250 acres of organic woodland water meadows, away from the hustle and bustle of modern life. Accommodating up to two people this is a perfect, relaxing get away surrounded by nature and if you choose to explore the area there’s a multitude of places to visit and things to see including Bewl Water.
£87 per night, www.airbnb.co.uk/rooms/19108705
Hoots Treehouse, Mayfield
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Secluded in a treetop location in the heart of the Weald, Hoots sleeps up to four people but is most ideal as a couples’ woodland getaway. The treehouse is clad in aromatic cedar wood and is beautifully furnished throughout.
£204 per night, www.airbnb.co.uk/rooms/18612777
The Clock Tower, Tonbridge
A converted former carriage house and stables and part of a group of exceptional Grade I and Grade II* Georgian buildings that built in 1728 during the early reign of King George II, The Clock Tower in Tonbridge has been renovated to a luxurious standard and is a unique property that sleeps up to six people. There’s also exclusive use of a hot tub and shared use of sports facilities including a tennis court, croquet lawn and several acres of grounds.
£228 per night, www.airbnb.co.uk/rooms/19292563
Belleville, Royal Tunbridge Wells
Yes, it’s that house! Belleville has sat on the top of Tunbridge Wells Common since 1720 and has always attracted attention and intrigue. The property has actually been built into the sandstone rocks of the town but inside has a warm, quirky and historic feel with rich furnishings and fabrics, wooden panelled rooms, and wooden floors. The house it sleeps up to eight people and is positioned within the immediate vicinity of the town centre, with access to a plethora of bars and restaurants.
£299 per night, www.airbnb.co.uk/rooms/6991628
