3 bedroom accommodation in Norton, near Faversham

A truly unique countryside retreat, The Old Shire Barn has been beautifully converted from a farm building into a stunning and luxurious holiday home.. Ground Floor:

Living/dining room: Freeview Smart TV, Woodburner

Kitchen: Breakfast Area, Gas Hob, Electric Range, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine, Bi-Fold Doors Leading To Garden

Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed

Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet

Bathroom: Slipper Bath, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet

First Floor:

Bedroom 2: Galleried, 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Double (4ft 6in) Bed, TV, Playstation 4, (Double Bed Acessed From Rear)

Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed. Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and high chair. Welcome pack. Enclosed garden, patio, garden furniture, firepit, barbecue and table tennis. Hot tub (private). Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking. Please note: The double bed in bedroom 3 is accessed at the rear only by open-tread stairs and has limited headroom.. Full of original features, the beamed ceilings and walls have been brought back to life with striking furniture and exquisitely hand-crafted finishes to create a boutique holiday home for a restful break in the Kent countryside.

The living/dining room features a double sided wood burner, creating the perfect ambience for cosy evenings in, whether you are sitting at the dining table planning the week’s activities with a glass of wine or relaxing on the beautiful sofas that bring a vibrant pop of colour against the rustic wooden walls. The countryside kitchen boasts hand built wooden units, original barn flooring and chunky wooden worktops, with a butchers block island ideal for socialising whilst a hearty meal is being prepared. Here, Bi-folding doors lead out to the undercover gazebo and then out to the garden.

After a day of exploring the countryside, what better way to unwind than in the stunning freestanding bath, or warming walk-in rain shower. Split over two floors are 3 individually styled bedrooms, ideal for couples or extended families holidaying together. On the ground floor, is a peaceful double bedroom, with rustic beamed walls complimented with a splash of deep green paint and sumptuous padded headboard. Upstairs, the further bedrooms are each accessed by their own separate staircase from the living area. Behind wooden shutter doors sits a navy padded double bed; lit with industrial, hanging bedside lights, whilst on the other side of the living area steps lead up to a quirky family suite. Here, two single pods and a double bed sitting above on a mezzanine level, accessed from the rear via open-tread steps. There is also a games area in this room, complete with PlayStation 4.

Come summer or winter, the covered and spacious outside courtyard features a Kadai firepit, the ideal spot for a warming glass of red/hot chocolate, cooking a BBQ or even a curry for an all year round al fresco dining experience. An additional charcoal barbecue is also available for further relaxation in the sunshine during the summer. For those competitive members of the family, the table tennis will be sure to provide hours of entertainment. This is the perfect place for a special party, and although the property only sleeps 8, the owner is happy to welcome extra guests during the day to celebrate with those who are staying.

Nestled in a picturesque spot in the Kent countryside, the historic market town of Faversham can be reached in 15-minutes by car and offers creekside walks and an array of independent shops and restaurants. The Old Shire Barn is set amongst rolling farmland and countryside, surrounded by apple, pear and cherry orchards. Peaceful countryside walks await, with a choice of circular walks nearby each leading to friendly pubs; all of which welcome four legged friends. The renowned coastal town of Whitstable and the cobbled streets of Canterbury are within a 30-minute drive. Beach 12 miles. Shop 4 miles. The George pub is a 5 minute/ 20 minute walk, The Carpenters pub is 40 minute walk/ 5 minute drive - both good locally sourced food, log fires and great ambience.

The Old Shire Barn can be booked together with Will Arch Lodge (M521214) to accommodate up to 12 guests.

Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.

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There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.

Security Deposit: A security deposit of £250 is required at this property. This will be collected automatically 7 days prior to arrival and refunded (unless a damage claim is received) 7 days after the end of your stay. Please note that your refunded security deposit will take 3-5 days to appear in your account. For your convenience, we’ll take this payment from the last card used to make payment to us. If you would prefer to use a different method of payment, please let us know before the security deposit is due.