If you're looking for short-break with beautiful beaches, stunning castles and delicious food and drink, then you've come to the right place. This area of England is one of the best UK destinations for a day trip or short break, with lots of things to do and places to see.Some of the best beaches ,as well as art galleries, elegant stately homes, romantic getaways, fun-filled attractions, and miles and miles of footpaths and cycle trails.

Less than an hour from London by train Its so easy to escape the rat race and take a short rest exploring Kent.

Bolton Barn, near Ashford, Kent

  • Sleeps 2 people

  • Pet Friendly Cottage

  • Price from: £353 per week

This charming, detached, stone-built barn conversion is less than three miles from the market town of Lenham. Hidden away in the Kent countryside, this lovely rural cottage offers couples a quiet and tranquil break from the hustle and bustle of modern day living.

Smugley Cottage, Goudhurst, Kent

  • Sleeps 2

  • No Pets Please

  • from £464

Exceptional farm conversion in enviably tranquil location just outside the lovely village of Goudhurst with super little shops, pubs and restaurants.

Pound Hill Cottage, Frittenden, Kent

  • Sleeps 2 people

  • No Pets please

  • Price from: £480

Pound Hill Cottage, a detached conversion of a barn on Pound Hill Farm, is situated in rural Kent close to the village of Frittenden which has a small shop and pub. A gloriously peaceful holiday spot surrounded by countryside with many lovely walks in the vicinity.

The Stables at Skelcrosse, Kent

  • Sleeps 2 people

  • No Pets please

  • Price from: £493

This lovely single storey stable conversion with stunning far reaching views across the adjoining fields is the perfect property for a relaxing couples retreat.

Artemis, Cromer, Norfolk

  • Sleeps 2

  • No Pets Please

  • from £499

Comfortable apartment sleeping 2 located within 200 acres of parkland and woodland, 2 miles from the popular coastal resort of Cromer.

The Bolt Hole, Biddenden, Ashford, Kent

  • Sleeps 2 people

  • Pet Friendly

  • Hot Tub

  • Price from: £574

The Bolthole is a natural escape from everyday living into a haven surrounded by the beautiful Kentish countryside. Surround yourself in the natural world at The Bolthole and relax in the hot tub.

The Lookers Legacy, Stone, Kent

  • Sleeps 2

  • Pets Friendly Cottage

  • Hot Tub

  • Price from: £806

If you are looking to escape from daily life for just a few days, then The Lookers Legacy is the perfect choice for you. An original brick built lookers hut fully converted and extended into a luxury retreat.

Tufton Croft, Wittersham, Kent

  • Sleeps 4

  • Pets Friendly Cottage

  • from £468

This is a charming detached weather-boarded cottage, set in a secluded location on the edge of the village of Wittersham. It is surrounded by enclosed lawned gardens with plenty of space with excellent views of fields and woodland.

Hensill Farm House, Hawkhurst, Kent

  • Sleeps 4

  • No Pets please

  • Price from: £928

Nestled amongst farmland and woodland, Hensill Farmhouse is a wonderfully isolated, 19th century cottage incorporating elements from a neighbouring Tudor house.

Hop House, Borden, Sittingbourne, Kent

  • Sleeps 14 people

  • Hot Tub

  • No Pets Please

  • Prices from: £2656

This fabulous oast house has been carefully and lovingly transformed by the owners, into a magnificent holiday home which will welcome up to fourteen guests, and is situated in the small hamlet of Oad Street in the heart of rural Kent.