It was a nice little cottage getaway. Very comfortable and cosy, although apart from the hot tub, not much to do. Id suggest to come here if you would like to stay indoors mostly.
Willow Cottage
- Sleeps up to 2
- Hot Tub
- Bedrooms: 1
About Willow Cottage
Nestled within stunning landscaped grounds, in the town of Hawley, Kent, you'll find the charming Willow Cottage. This unique purpose-built log cabin offers a tranquil retreat for couples looking to escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
After parking up in the private off-road parking, the first thing you'll notice is Willow Cottage's beautiful gardens leading up to the accommodation. This is a self-catered Lodge with a hot tub for two.
The interior boasts a spacious and modern open-plan living space and all the luxuries to make this a special relaxing lodge getaway. The living area features a large corner sofa along with a large TV for catching up on your favourite shows after a day's exploring.
The kitchen is fully equipped with modern appliances such as an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge and washing machine, so you have everything you need to cook something tasty during your stay.
Outside, the cottage offers access to the shared grounds which include pretty seating areas across decking and lawned expanses, as well as a secluded summerhouse housing a hot tub.
This property has a fantastic heated swimming pool in the grounds too. As the night falls, you can freshen up in the sleek en-suite shower room before retiring to the comfortable king-size bed.
The town of Dartford is a bustling market town with a wealth of independent shops, pubs and restaurants, as well as a number of fascinating attractions such as the Orchard Theatre and the Stephen Oliver Studio and Gallery.
A scenic drive will take you to the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty where you can explore the Saxon Shore Way or the Heron Cycle Trail.
The historic town of Rochester also offers a range of must-see attractions including the Cathedral, Castle, and charming high street lined with many bars and restaurants. If you prefer, trains into central London take only 40 minutes and run frequently, so you can easily spend a day exploring the wonders of the capital.
Willow Cottage provides a romantic base, whatever time of year, and its location offers the perfect balance of seclusion and accessibility. Whether you're looking to spend your days exploring the local area or simply relaxing in the shared pool and hot tub, Cottage is the perfect destination for your next getaway.
At Sykes Cottages
Need to Know
- Quaint Log Cabin in Hawley
- Detached Lodge with Private Parking
- King-Size Bedroom with En-Suite
- Open-Plan Living with Modern Amenities
- Gas Central Heating
- Fully Equipped Kitchen and Laundry
- TV and WiFi
- Fuel, Power, Bed Linen, and Towels Included
- Shared Hot Tub and Heated Pool
- No Pets, No Smoking Policy
- Nearby Shop and Pub
- Serene Gardens and Landscaped Grounds
- Secluded Summerhouse with Hot Tub
- Explore Dartford's Shops and Attractions
- Easy Access to Kent and London
- Single storey detached lodge
- One king-size bedroom with en-suite shower, basin and WC
- Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining and sitting area
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Willow Cottage Reviews
13 reviews from guests who stayed at Willow Cottage
Lovley friendly owners. Nice quiet and hidden away. Nice pool and hot tub.
We had a lovely week staying at Willow Cottage. The grounds are very relaxing and we made good use of the hot tub and swimming pool though that was a tad cold despite it being June when we stayed. We have a couple of things that we feel would enhance the stay at the cottage even more Instructions for Appliances, Points of Interest leaflets or visitor guide, Small coffee table, Pizza cutter, Can opener, Steamer pan, Sun loungers for around the pool. All in all, Willow Cottage is a lovely place to take a relaxing break and there are surrounding attractions to visit Hall Place & Gardens, Knole NT, Darent River Walk and Dartford Central Park. Also, great location for hopping onto a train into central London.
This is an amazing cottage, I had an amazing time. Cant wait to go back
Enjoyed our 4 day stay. Originally on booking it said their was a DVD player. Their was not one in cottage? Hot tub was nice.
Very friendly and helpfull owner of the property. Absolutely a beautiful garden and a safe location. Very luxery with swimming pool and Jacuzzi. Close to London and close to Kent. Depending on the wind you can hear traffic from the motorway.
The pictures of Willow cottage do not do it justice. The cottage and the surroundings are superb. The one thing that does need to improve are the directions to the cottagethe current ones are not clear enough.
The owners were very helpful and available when we called or texted them. The cottage was clean. The location of the cottage is within a shared area with neighbouring cottages and hot tub and a swimming pool. The cottage was very nice for a short stay however few improvements needed. Provide guidesinstructions for the property we didnt notice there was a freezer at the back of the kitchen counters until the end of our trip The heating was not working. It was very cold the first night as we only had one electric heater. After asking the owners we noticed there was a spare fan heater. The cottage could do with a coffee table by the sofas for when you want to watch TV and eat. Pathways to the cottage could do with some lights as it gets very dark in the evening and it is a long walk from the entrance of the property. Having to use mobile flash light can be difficult when you have bags to carry. We were expecting there to be basics like saltpeppersugarmilk but none was provided given the price we paid for the stay. However basic kitchenware provided.
Hi Gets very dark, especially this time of year. Would DEFINITELY recommend lighting on the pathway up to the cottage. Other than that, everything else was brilliant. Thanks so much.
We have had a wonderful stay at Willow Cottage, the only thing is that in the evening it was quite dark walking up to the cottage so a torch was necessary. The cottage was clean and comfortable and the owners were happy to help if any problem arose. The heating system struggled on the first night but the owners had provided extra electric heaters so we were soon comfortable. All in this is a very pleasant place to stay in the Dartford area.
Loved our stay thank you! The electric fob to open the electric gate seemed to have a dead battery? Couldn't get the gate to open so we parked outside. The address on the Sykes app took us to somewhere 5mins away, another place called willow cottage which was confusing. But we found our way eventually. Other than that, very happy thanks
I had a lovely break away the cottage experience was everything to me,the hottub,I would go back there.
Beautyful location. Had a very relaxing stay. Garden, Pool and hot tub are well kept. Our bath room was a bit small.
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Top Days Out Near Willow Cottage
The best-known attractions within an easy drive of Willow Cottage, with real driving times.
Red House
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The only house designed, built and lived in by William Morris, birthplace of the Arts and Crafts style.
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Red House in Bexleyheath, south-east London, is the only house designed, built and lived in by William Morris, a pioneer of the Arts and Crafts movement. Morris and the architect Philip Webb designed it, and it was completed in 1860. It became a haven for Pre-Raphaelite artists, including Edward Burne-Jones.
Tip: Visits to the house are by pre-booked guided tour only, so book your ticket ahead. The nearest parking is Danson Park, about a mile away.
Brands Hatch
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A Kent racing circuit that has hosted the British Grand Prix and still stages car and bike race meetings.
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Brands Hatch is a motor racing circuit at West Kingsdown in Kent. It began as a grassy hollow used by cyclists and motorcyclists in the 1920s and 1930s, and became a tarmac car and motorbike circuit in 1950. It later hosted 12 runnings of the British Grand Prix between 1964 and 1986.
Tip: Check the event calendar on the Brands Hatch website before you go, as the track activity changes day to day and each event has its own Book Now link.
London Zoo
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The world's oldest scientific zoo, with animals from leafcutter ants to gorillas on the edge of Regent's Park.
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London Zoo is the world's oldest scientific zoo, on the northern edge of Regent's Park, with the Regent's Canal running through it. It is run by ZSL, a conservation charity, and its animals range from tiny leafcutter ants to a giant silverback gorilla.
Tip: Check the daily animal talks when you arrive and plan your route around the ones you want to catch.
Tower of London
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A Norman fortress, royal palace and former prison on the Thames, home to the Crown Jewels and the ravens.
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The Tower of London is a historic castle and World Heritage Site on the north bank of the River Thames. William the Conqueror built the White Tower in the 1070s, and over the centuries the Tower has served as a royal palace, an armoury, a treasury and a prison. Today it is cared for by the charity Historic Royal Palaces.
Tip: The Tower is quieter in the afternoons, after midday. Check the website for temporary route closures before you visit.
Queen's House
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Inigo Jones's white classical villa in Greenwich, free to enter and home to the Armada Portrait of Elizabeth I.
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The Queen's House in Greenwich was designed by Inigo Jones and completed in the 1630s as a private retreat for the queens of the Stuart royal family. It is England's first classical building, and its white, elegantly proportioned style stands out against the red-brick Tudor palace that once stood here. Today it is an art gallery, part of Maritime Greenwich, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Tip: Book free tickets online in advance to guarantee entry, and head first for the Armada Portrait in the Queen's Presence Chamber.
St Paul's Cathedral
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Sir Christopher Wren's famous domed cathedral, with a crypt to explore and galleries high above London.
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St Paul's is Sir Christopher Wren's Grade I listed Baroque cathedral on Ludgate Hill, the highest point of the City of London. Its dome stands 111 metres high and was the tallest building in London for more than 250 years. It is still a working church, and has hosted the funerals of Nelson, Wellington and Churchill.
Tip: Leave large bags behind: nothing over 45cm x 30cm x 25cm is allowed in, and there is no cloakroom.
British Museum
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The world's first public national museum, telling the story of human culture, with the Rosetta Stone among its best-known objects.
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The British Museum in Bloomsbury, London, is a public museum of human history, art and culture. Founded in 1753, it was the world's first public national museum, and it opened its doors in 1759. Its permanent collection is the largest in the world and follows the story of human culture from its beginnings to the present.
Tower Bridge
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Walk the high-level walkways and glass floors inside London's best-known Victorian bridge.
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Tower Bridge is a Grade I listed bridge over the Thames, built between 1886 and 1894. The bridge deck is free to cross on foot, but the Tower Bridge Exhibition lets you go inside. You climb the North Tower, cross the High-Level Walkways 42 metres above the river for views east and west over London, and step out on the Glass Floors.
Tip: Pre-book your tickets, as everyone queues outside on arrival. Wear comfortable shoes for the Towers, though lifts are available.
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