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The Hayloft at Chislet is your retreat in the beautiful Kent countryside. A thatched barn down a quiet lane in a very small village, it will seem a million miles away from your busy lifestyle. And yet, the Hayloft offers stylish accommodation sleeping up to six people, with all the modern comforts that will make your stay a joy.
We've also been awarded 5 Star Gold by Visit England, the official quality assessors of holiday accommodation in England.
The Hayloft is only 8 miles from the historic city of Canterbury, in easy reach of the coastal towns of Ramsgate, Broadstairs and Whitstable, and the excitement of London is just a day trip away.
Please check our website for our up-to-date availability calendar.
House Rules
Pets not allowedKid friendlyNo smoking
We do not allow pets to stay at the Hayloft.
Please report any maintenance issues or breakages as soon as they happen so we can address them / replace them - accidents happen!
Bedrooms
2 Super Kings1 King
Bathrooms
1 Half bath1 Full bath1 Shower
Meet the host
Richard J
Hosting since October 2011
Languages spoken: English
Response Time: Within a few hours
Interaction with guests:Â The owners live on site and will personally greet you, or arrange any other logistics with you before you arrive. We are available to answer any questions you have during your stay.
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We stayed at the Hayloft as a family of 4 (having 2 boys aged 4 and 7) and we were very pleased with our choice. The boys loved their "holiday home" and frequently wanted to return each day above doing other activities whilst we were out exploring. The hosts Richard and Lindsay are very welcoming and clearly take pride and care in managing their very thoughtfully designed holiday rental. The Hayloft is immaculate, comfortable and every detail/need seems to have been considered with lots of instructions and information available. The location was an ideal central base to explore the local towns and sights in north Kent, with everywhere we visited being within 30 minutes drive (Whitstable, Margate, Ramsgate, Broadstairs, Deal, Canterbury). We had a food delivery on arrival that we arranged for our week's stay, but did eat out at the local Prince of Wales pub in Hoath where we really enjoyed the food. We visited Wildwood animal attraction near chislet/Herne bay which we also enjoyed, although please don't let the entrance to the attraction put you off. We visited stone bay beach at Broadstairs for a full day and the boys enjoyed the mix of sand, rock pooling for crabs and access to the sea followed by a lovely fish and chips at the Mermaid. We visited Chatham Dockyard on our journey to the Hayloft (around 1 hour away) to break up the trip and this was a memorable place to visit, you get a year's pass with your ticket and could easily spend an entire day at this attraction. As a first visit to north Kent for a holiday, we left after 7 full days of activities feeling like there was more to see and do which is always a nice feeling to have about an area. The Hayloft is highly recommended and should we revisit the area, we would most certainly look to book again for our stay.
Visited August 2024
Written 8 September 2024. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Jan P
Seaford, United Kingdom4 contributions
The best week at The Hayloft in Chislet, Canterbury
Our 3-generational family have just had the best week at The Hayloft in Chislet near Canterbury. This converted barn is extremely spacious yet cosy, with a wood burning stove and huge corner sofas for movie watching in the evening. The large kitchen table can easily seat six, and every requirement is catered for with plenty of crockery, comfy beds and three showers. There is a small garden where we sat and enjoyed a glass of wine in the evenings. The barn is situated in a very quiet spot with plenty of walks nearby, yet is handy for trips into Canterbury itself and various Kent seaside towns. Our hosts, Richard and Lindsay, were very friendly and provided a wealth of local information. We will certainly be returning.
Visited August 2024
Written 23 August 2024. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
mark a
1 contribution
Country bliss
We have just returned from the perfect week stay at idyllic hay loft. The house was generously proportioned for 6 and bedrooms so comfortable. The local village pubs were great for sundowners or full meals. I swam every morning at the close bye fordwich river and walked every evening on local footpaths through the beautiful Kent country side. The garden was ideal for BBQs and games of boule. It’s perfectly central so we did day drips to Canterbury for cricket, Whitstable for seafood and the Eurostar to France. The hosts were welcoming and very gracious. We will return soon …
Visited August 2024
Written 17 August 2024. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Neal C
2 contributions
A fabulous place to stay……
We first stayed at the Hayloft in 2013 and have returned many times since then. It is an absolutely lovely cottage with everything you will need for a very comfortable stay. It is close to Canterbury but also the seaside at Whitstable which is a charming town with fantastic fish and chips! We thoroughly recommend the Hayloft!
Visited May 2024
Written 19 June 2024. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
James O
1 contribution
Great base for a family holiday
We went with our eight and ten year olds and absolutely loved everything about it. Under an hour and a half from Gatwick. The kids loved the historic city of Canterbury and the Roman museum was a big hit with us all. The park was stunning with a great playground. We visited Quex Park twice because they loved the crazy golf and awesome playground👌 . The owners of the Hayloft Lindsay and Richard were so helpful and couldn't do enough for us which made the trip really special. We'll definitely be back to beautiful Kent.
Visited March 2024
Written 27 March 2024. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Sherpa02399860848
1 contribution
Super Barn with very comfortable accommodation
An ideal spacious family holiday home, spotlessly clean providing everything needed. Great location for access to beaches and places of interest. Highly recommended and would be happy to return!
Visited April 2023
Written 21 April 2023. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Vacation817698
Brecon, United Kingdom1 contribution
Great space!
The weather was grim, as it should be in January, so we were extra grateful for the generous, comfortable and beautiful space that we could enjoy for a week. If you need home comforts they're all there. Not a single one missing. We could even welcome family for a day to celebrated a 40th birthday. When I think of The Hayloft the first word that comes to mind is 'generous'. Plenty of firewood for a gorgeous wood-burning stove, comfortable seating in the living-room, everything you could possibly need in the kitchen, great showers, spacious bedrooms. I could go on. Thank you, Richard and Lindsay!
Visited January 2021
Written 4 February 2023. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Stephanie G
2 contributions
Another Brilliant Stay at The Hayloft
Absolutely wonderful accommodation, we return every December to kick off our Christmas celebrations with family. The Hayloft has literally everything you need for a cosy time together, it's immaculately clean , very comfortable, good WiFi and Netflix, nice location , many places to visit within a short distance. This time we went to Rochester Christmas Market .... The Dickens weekend, it was an excellent atmosphere!! We also popped to Broadstairs , another beautiful place to visit. Richard is very friendly and on hand if there's any problems - not that we've ever had any!!! Can't wait to go back next year!!!
Visited December 2022
Written 21 December 2022. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
CKP888
Ashford, United Kingdom4 contributions
Great attention to detail
This was a fantastic location just outside Canterbury. House was very well presented, clean and even decorated for Christmas. Accommodation is very flexible with 3 large bedrooms and 3 shower/washrooms. Owners clearly pay a lot attention to details, with a well organised kitchen, log burner and other household facilities all well prepared and clearly displayed. One of the best cottages I have stayed in. Excellent
Visited December 2022
Written 11 December 2022. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Stephanie G
2 contributions
Beautiful Cosy Accommodation
This is our 3rd visit to the Hayloft and it never disappoints. It's a beautiful accommodation, and cleanliness is 5star. It's immaculate. We just can't fault it. Perfect location for a summer holiday or a cosy winter get a away visiting Xmas markets. The Hayloft has everything you could possibly need for a relaxed stay, the Christmas decorations are a lovely touch and just add to the cosiness this time of year. Nothing is ever too much trouble for Richard & Lyndsey. (My little boy broke his toy within 5 mins of arriving and they superglued it back together for him) We will definitely be returning next year. A really great place to stay and excellent location for day trips out.
Visited December 2021
Written 13 December 2021. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
The Hayloft is situated on the historic Chislet Marshes, a haven for birdwatchers with sightings of Egrets, Marsh Harriers and Swans. Chislet is a great base for walkers and cyclists,with public rights of way to many local villages with traditional pubs offering a welcome stop en route.
A little further afield, the world heritage city of Canterbury is 8 miles away, and the historic coastal towns of Whitstable, Margate, Ramsgate, broadstairs and Deal, and the "cinque ports" of Dover and Sandwich are within easy driving distance.
Getting around
Chislet is a rural village which is a short drive away from lots of East Kent and Thanet's well known towns, villages and beaches. You will need a car to get around.
The Hayloft is situation very close to a large number of public rights of way and walking trails, so you do not need a car to find a great local walk. The local pub is also within walking distance - about 15 - 20 mins walk on a quiet country road.
Access
Car required
How to get there
The Hayloft is only 8 miles from the historic city of Canterbury, Kent. The Hayloft is situated in Chislet Village, which is quickly accessible from the A299, which connects with the main motorways of the M2 and M20.
Things to know
Check in / out timings
Check in after 3 p.m. • Check out by 10 a.m.
Cancellation policy
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
50% refund* if you cancel at least 4 weeks before check-in
No refund available once booking is confirmed
Notes from owner
Rates here are subject to change and variation. We can also offer flexibility on length of stay and check out day, depending on availability, Please contact us directly at thehayloftholidaycottageDOTcom for our best rates.
Prices include:
Exclusive use of cottage
Towels and bed linen
All utilities
Free WiFI access
Logs for the fire
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