Title: Gamekeeper's Cottage - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=32917264&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Gamekeeper's Cottage Cottage in Canterbury with kitchen and fireplace ## Photo gallery for Gamekeeper's Cottage ![Dining - Gamekeeper's Cottage (Staple, near Wingham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32920000/32917300/32917264/95fd7513.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Gamekeeper's Cottage (Staple, near Wingham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32920000/32917300/32917264/1d47b215.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Gamekeeper's Cottage (Staple, near Wingham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32920000/32917300/32917264/f117c706.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets - Gamekeeper's Cottage (Staple, near Wingham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32920000/32917300/32917264/818c1593.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Gamekeeper's Cottage (Staple, near Wingham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32920000/32917300/32917264/791ba6da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in a private walled garden, Gamekeeper’s Cottage is an idyllic one-bedroom holiday retreat. Relax by the woodburner in the open-plan living space or unwind in your own secret garden with barbecue and sitting-out area. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space - Parking available - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Gamekeeper's Cottage This Grade II Listed one-bedroom holiday cottage is set in a private walled garden measuring around a third of an acre, and is conveniently all on one level.. All on the Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: Freeview Smart TV, Woodburner Dining area. Kitchen area: Electric Hob, Combi Microwave/Oven/Grill, Fridge, Coffee Machine Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Initial fuel for wood burner included. 1/3 acre enclosed walled garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car.. All properties: Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Barbecue. Grounds (shared with other holiday cottages). No smoking. . Set in its own walled garden which is completely private, Gamekeeper’s Cottage is ideal for those seeking a romantic getaway. Part of the Groves Estate built for Sir William Lynch in around 1750, Gamekeeper’s Cottage is surrounded by high Grade II listed walls which shelter a gloriously sunny garden, spanning around a third of an acre, which is bursting with unusual plants and flowers including a fig tree. Here you will find your very own secret garden, a perfect retreat into countryside tranquillity – well away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Inside, the detached cottage has been renovated with a smart bathroom and a new kitchen installed in 2021\. As this cottage is small it might not be appropriate for guests with limited mobility. The medieval local village of Staple has a friendly pub/restaurant and Wingham and Sandwich are a short drive away. Canterbury is less than 10 miles away and is full of a great variety of shops and restaurants. There is a great choice of beaches nearby including Broadstairs, Sandwich Bay and Ramsgate. Please note this is a rural location and the WiFi can be intermittent or slow at times. Gamekeeper’s Cottage is perfect for couples who want to spend some quality time together; those in need of peace and escape can wander around their own ’Garden of Eden’, before exploring the beautiful countryside and nearby coast – the best Kent has to offer. Even France is accessible with the Eurotunnel, and the ports at Dover and Folkestone close by. There is a bus stop within walking distance with buses running to Sandwich and Canterbury. Please note the cottage is very rural and the Wi-Fi can sometimes be a little inconsistent. Gamekeeper’s Cottage can be booked together with The Bothy (UKC1061) to accommodate up to 6 guests. Free WiFi There is limited internet signal and/or mobile reception at the property. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Limited onsite parking (max 1 space) ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Single level property - Tile flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near the bay ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37240000/37238500/37238487/a892c930.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 bedroom accommodation in Canterbury Canterbury - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Parking available 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-01&endDate=2026-02-02&selected=37238487&PinnedHotelID=37238487&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46270000/46266300/46266225/e5c7c8ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pretty coastal fisherman’s cottage less than a minute walk from Kingsdown Beach. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 1 Bedroom Accommodation in Staple Near Wingham su-UKC1062-UKC1062 ## About the area Located in Canterbury, this cottage is in a rural area. Canterbury Cathedral and Dover Castle are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at White Cliffs of Dover. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at St. Lawrence Ground or Dreamland. [Visit our Canterbury travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Canterbury.dx4596) [View more Cottages in Canterbury](https://www.expedia.ca/Canterbury-Cottages.d4596-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.26842%2C1.25032&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=JoN7yjtqvDmHuUSFMUgvYR1qgdw=) Staple, near Wingham ### What's nearby - Wingham Wildlife Park \- 6 min drive \- 5.0 km - St. Mary the Blessed Virgin Church \- 6 min drive \- 6.3 km - Barnsole Vineyard \- 8 min drive \- 3.3 km - Stodmarsh National Nature Reserve \- 10 min drive \- 13.2 km - Howletts Wild Animal Park \- 11 min drive \- 9.9 km ### Getting around - Canterbury Adisham Station - 6 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Mobile Fish And Chips - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Rose Inn - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Chequer Inn - Ash - ‬4 min drive - ‪Time & Tide Taphouse - ‬9 min drive - ‪Ossies fish & chips - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Gamekeeper's Cottage pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Gamekeeper's Cottage? ### What time is check-out at Gamekeeper's Cottage? ### Where is Gamekeeper's Cottage located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Gamekeeper's Cottage Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Yvonne Oct 13, 2020 #### First impression was a bit disappointing due to its very compact size and lack of cooking facilities First impression was a bit disappointing due to its very compact size and lack of cooking facilities especially when eating out is a bit complex at this challenging time. A more modern hob and oven would have been preferable but the cottage grew on me. It's cosy especially with the log burner going on a wet evening. It was clean and bed was comfy. Shame about the sofa bring a touch uncomfortable for relaxing on. A nice getaway for a few nights in the quiet of the countryside and a lovely secluded garden with the right weather. We should have gone in May so our experience would probably have been very different . Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo ##### Yvonne This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### michael Sep 18, 2020 #### We loved location and garden, the cottage is small and storage is limited but we were aware of that. We loved location and garden, the cottage is small and storage is limited but we were aware of that. My partner works for NHS and is in the thick of covid and TBF she said cleanliness could have been better there were spiders webs on the dishes rack above sink and in the cupboard above, there is also a potential problem with the main light shades they are a feather type thing and very dirty probably not ideal at the min. The main seat in lounge is probably one of the most uncomfortable seats I have ever sat on, and really needs replacing, which I think other people have said also. We did have a infestation of frogs on two nights which was funny the 1st time, the front stable door is bent away from frame which is were the frogs were getting in...I covered with news paper after 2nd fog invasion. I hope this is not too negative it is not meant to be, like I say we had good holiday sitting in garden at night was great, and over all the cottage is lovely great for a couple on romantic break just a few little issues which I think are easily addressed. hope this ok Regards Mike. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo ##### michael ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacqueline S. Dec 28, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gemütliches Cottage, umgeben von einem fantastischen Garten und viel Ruhe Wir haben unseren Urlaub in diesem kleinen Cottage sehr genossen! Die Ruhe ist grandios, perfekt um dem Alltagsstress zu entfliehen! Die Unterkunft bietet alles was man alltäglich benötigt, die Küche ist zweckmäßig eingerichtet! Die Heizung funktioniert sehr gut, also kein Frieren im Winterurlaub! Von der Unterkunft aus ist man innerhalb von 15 Minuten in Canterbury oder Sandwich, ca. 35 Minuten in Whitstable oder Margate. Wir kommen gerne wieder! ##### Jacqueline S. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good Jun 30, 2019 #### A nice cottage in a lovely garden well placed for the Kent area we wanted to visit. A nice cottage in a lovely garden well placed for the Kent area we wanted to visit. 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