[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Great Higham Barn Complex by Bloom Stays - sleeps 44 in 13 bedrooms Vacation home in Sittingbourne with private pool and kitchen ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54180000/54177500/54177495/76e5cda1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54180000/54177500/54177495/8ce17381.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54180000/54177500/54177495/1b7003eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54180000/54177500/54177495/c8243e7d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![7 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54180000/54177500/54177495/9d7bac4c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to Great Higham Barn, a serene haven with a large patio area and seating. Unwind in the private garden or indulge in exclusive use of the outdoor swimming pool and tennis court. With underfloor heating throughout, Wi-Fi, and USB links for most MP3 players, this retreat offers comfort and connection. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 7 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 447535 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Washer - Pool - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Great Higham Barn Complex by Bloom Stays - sleeps 44 in 13 bedrooms Great Higham Barn: sleeps 18 + 8 in 7 bedrooms, 2 sofa beds and 4 futon beds in reception rooms, 1 family bathroom, 4 en suite bath or shower rooms and 1 WC. Outside there is a private garden with large patio area and seating and private off road parking for several cars on the driveway or undercover. Ground Floor The property is entered via the double height barn door which leads into a double height glass walled atrium. Main dining area seats 18 with French doors leading to the rear patio area. Master bedroom (sleeps 2) king size double bed, en-suite bathroom with bath and integral shower. Double room (sleeps 2) double bed, en-suite shower room. Double bedroom (sleeps 2) double bed. Double bedroom (sleeps 2) twins beds available on request Double bedroom (sleeps 2) twin beds available on request. Family bathroom with bath and integral shower WC. Independent bedroom (sleeps 2) access down via a spiral staircase from the first floor or directly via own exterior front door. King size double or twin, en-suite bathroom with bath and shower. Kitchen: split into three areas - the main cooking area, with sink, double range electric oven and extractor fan, two dishwashers and a large fridge. Another dining area seats 12. The utility room has a washing machine and separate dryer. Glass wood and steel stairs lead to the first floor to an open mezzanine. First Floor Snug/play area: ( double sofa beds and 4 futon beds sleeps 8) with PlayStation (sorry no games provided), Main lounge area: seating space TV/DVD, docking station, DAB radio and CD player. Reading area upon sofas to seat 4. WC. Family bedroom (sleeps 6) six single beds with an en-suite bathroom walk in shower and bath. Underfloor heating throughout Great Higham Oast: Sleeps 10 in 4 bedrooms, 1 reception room, 2 bathrooms (1 en-suite) and 1 WC. Outside there is a south facing patio with seating for 10 and a BBQ and further outside space to the rear. Under cover car parking for two cars is available. Ground Floor Family bedroom (sleeps 4) 1 double bed and 2 single beds and a wood burning stove. WC Sitting area: Open plan, TV/DVD player and Sky TV are available. Kitchen: With granite work surfaces the kitchen is equipped with dishwasher, fridge, freezer, washing machine, electric oven and hob, microwave and extractor fan, the adjoining dining table seats 10. First Floor Master bedroom (sleeps 2) oak double bed, en-suite with shower cubicle 2 x twin bedroom (each sleeps 2) each with two single beds Family bathroom with bath and hand-held shower over Underfloor heating throughout Cherry and Plum Cottages: both sleep 4, each property has 1 mezzanine bedroom and 1 sofa bed, 1 reception room, 1 family bathroom. Secluded garden (not enclosed) with BBQ, patio and seating for 4. Private covered off road parking for two cars. Through the original stable door into a hallway with coat cupboard leading into open plan living area. Sitting room: French doors leading to patio area, wood burning stove with supply of logs, sofas (1 sofa bed), TV/DVD Kitchen: granite topped kitchen with breakfast bar equipped with washing machine, fridge, electric oven, electric hobs, microwave oven and kettle. A dining table seats four. Galleried twin bedroom (sleeps 2) 2 single beds. Family bathroom on the ground floor with bath and integral shower. Services Wi-Fi Exclusive use of outdoor swimming pool and tennis court All forms of digital music are catered for with USB links for most MP3 players. DAB radio and CD player also available. (Docking stations may not be compatible with some older iPods) A security deposit of £750 is required at this property. This is a carbon neutral development and all heating is supplied by the estates own coppiced woodland at no charge to the holidaymaker. In addition much of the electricity comes from a renewable source. Dogs are welcome as long as they behave themselves! If you wish to bring a pet please let us know. Please note additional pet charges are £35 per pet per week (or part of) will be charged. Please note the pool is heated, and available from Good Friday to 31st October, but is weather dependent.  Hot tub Please note that the gardens are not fully enclosed (except Plum Cottage). Cots and high chairs available upon request. Guests who are using Great Higham Farm as a celebration venue should be aware that music is only permitted until midnight. Please be respectful of neighbouring properties and refrain from making any noise after this time. Great Higham Barn as a wedding venue will incur additional charges. Please enquire for further details. Please note fireworks/chinese lanterns are not permitted at this property due to thatched roof. BBQ's - The Barn has a gas BBQ, the Oast and Cottages have coal BBQ's (coal not supplied). ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi (surcharge) ### Parking and transportation - Electric car charging station on site - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 7 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 8 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Tennis ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Electric car charging station - Garden - Unit size: 7,535 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53980000/53979200/53979155/9fcfdd19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Great Higham Barn by Bloom Stays - sleeps 26 guests in 7 bedrooms Sittingbourne - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.8 Exceptional 24 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=53979155&PinnedHotelID=53979155&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Banquet hall](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102420000/102413100/102413011/7790c443.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Perfect Wedding/Event Location With 80-500 Capacity For A Memorable night! 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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 Vrbo Property Great Higham Barn Complex Sleeps 44 in 13 Bedrooms Great Higham Barn Complex sleeps 40 in 13 bedrooms 570547 ## About the area ![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%7C51.28937%2C0.75432&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=vAm1X-DTnbsRR2HyMI_c8z4lJdc=) Sittingbourne, Kent #### What's nearby - Kent Science Park - 4 min drive - 5.4 km - Belmont House and Gardens - 11 min drive - 12.5 km - Leeds Castle - 15 min drive - 16.0 km - Whitstable Beach - 21 min drive - 25.9 km - Elmley National Nature Reserve - 25 min drive - 24.3 km #### Getting around - Maidstone Harrietsham Station - 10 min drive - London (SEN-Southend) - 96 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Chaucer Fish Bar - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Sun Inn - ‬5 min drive - ‪Dover Castle Inn - ‬6 min drive - ‪George Inn - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Red Lion - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Great Higham Barn Complex by Bloom Stays - sleeps 44 in 13 bedrooms have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is Great Higham Barn Complex by Bloom Stays - sleeps 44 in 13 bedrooms pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Great Higham Barn Complex by Bloom Stays - sleeps 44 in 13 bedrooms? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Great Higham Barn Complex by Bloom Stays - sleeps 44 in 13 bedrooms? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Great Higham Barn Complex by Bloom Stays - sleeps 44 in 13 bedrooms located? > Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of St John the Baptist, Doddington, The Hawking Centre, and Kent Science Park. Bredgar and Wormshill Light Railway and Sittingbourne Golf Centre are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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