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United Kingdom > South East of England > Chatham
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Luxurious Restored English Home in Historic Rochester
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Property number -
00297
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United Kingdom
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South East of England
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Nearest City
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Kent
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Town / Village
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Chatham
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| Type |
House
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| Occupancy (max) |
Sleeps up to 10
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| Board |
Self catering
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| Change over day |
(none supplied)
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Description of property |
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This fabulous English home is situated in a quiet cul de sac area of Rochester/Chatham. Located only 5 minutes walk to the golf and 10 minutes walk to city centre/station
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Airport |
Gatwick (35 km)
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| Railway station |
Rochester/Chatham (5 km)
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| Ferry terminal |
Dover (60 km)
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| Beach |
Whistable/Herne Bay (25 km)
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| Ski resort/lifts |
(Not applicable)
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| Car needed ? |
No
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| Regional Information |
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'Kent, sir everybody knows Kent apples, cherries, hops, and women...' - Charles Dickens - The Pickwick Papers
'There is no lovelier place in the world...and I have seen Venice too.' - Virginia Woolf [1904]
Canterbury, England's most famous cathedral city of Geoffrey Chaucer's Canterbury Tales and now a UNESCO world heritage site sits on the River Stour in one of the most attractive corners of rural Kent. It is easily reached by road, rail or sea, and has been welcoming visitors for thousands of years.
The Norman cathedral still dominates the skyline as you approach the city, giving 21st century visitors the same sense of awe as their medieval counterparts. Making a pigrimage was an important part of medieval life and pilgrim's flocked to the city to visit the shrine of the Archbishop of Canterbury, Thomas Becket, who was murdered in his cathedral
Today Canterbury still welcomes visitors from all four corners of the globe and has, with its many ancient buildings, shops, bars and restaurants, retained both an old world charm and a cosmopolitan vitality.
The small and compact city centre is closed to traffic during the daytime to enable the narrow streets and the many attractions to be more easily and safely accessed by visitors. From from April to October guided walking tours leave from the Canterbury Information Centre where you can buy your tickets.
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| Information specific to the town/village |
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Dickensian Rochester Medway
Medway and in particular Rochester, are forever immortalised by their connection, both literary and personal, with the great novelist Charles Dickens. Charles lived in Chatham as a child from 1817, when his father moved from Portsmouth to take up a post in the pay office at Chatham Dockyard, until 1822. The family lived first at Ordnance Terrace and later at St. Mary’s Place, The Brook.
Dickens featured Rochester in his writings more than any other town apart from London. However, the London of Dickens largely disappeared as a result of enemy action during World War II, whereas the Rochester he knew still exists and would be instantly recognised by him. For this reason, the old city and those other parts of the area with Dickensian connections are a mecca for Dickens enthusiasts from all over the world.
A place of pilgrimage
Rochester Cathedral is England’s second oldest cathedral. It was established in 604AD and has become a place of pilgrimage for 1,400 years.
It is a blend of Norman and early English architecture with a medieval crypt that contains an altar to Ithamar, the first Bishop of Rochester.
Today the cathedral retains its atmosphere of peace and reflection and is a place of prayer, pilgrimage and renewal that is open to all
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Additional travel details |
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By road
The Medway region is an excellent base for touring the south eastern part of England, with the M20 (M25/M26) and M2 motorways closeby, providing easy links to London and its airports. The M2/A2 and A260 connect Medway to Canterbury with the Channel port of Dover and the Eurotunnel car shuttle terminal in Cheriton. Herne Bay and Whitstable are both a short drive from the city of Canterbury, via the A28/A291 and A290, respectively.
Why not 'Park and Ride'?
Motorists visiting Medway are encouraged to use the city's fast and efficient 'Park and Ride' service. The facility is frequent, excellent value for money and easy to use. For just ?1.70 per car, a driver and up to six additional passengers can board the regular shuttle buses and enjoy free and unlimited return travel to the city centre. Park and Ride operates from Monday to Saturday, between 0630 hours (6.30am) and 2100 hours. (9pm) Get more information
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Rural
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City
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Suburban
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Beach front
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Lakeside
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Mountains
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Facilities |
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| WC's |
3
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Kitchens |
1
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Baths |
2
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| Living rooms |
2
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Dining areas |
1
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Showers |
2
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| Bathrooms |
2
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Garden |
Y
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Sauna/Jacuzzi |
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| Terrace/Balcony |
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Sofa beds |
1
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| Parking for 3 car(s) |
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| Baby facilities |
Yes
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Creche facilities |
Yes
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| Pet friendly |
No
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Wheelchair friendly |
No
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| Bedroom name |
Single beds |
Double beds |
Twin beds |
Cots |
| Master |
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1 |
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| Double Room |
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1 |
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| Double Room |
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1 |
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| Double Room |
2 |
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| Information about the utilities available |
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Fully equipped modern kitchen with all the conveniences. Hob, Oven, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer, Iron.
Seating for 6 round the formal dining table and seating for 2 more round the table in the breakfast nook.
Separate Formal Lounge, seating for 10, Satellite TV.
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| Information about outside of the property |
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Wonderful luxurious restored English House
Private Car parking for 3 cars
Seculded Garden backing into woodland.
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| Information about inside of the property |
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TV/DVD in all rooms
Broadband Internet computer
Free local calls Telephone,
House Linen
Fireplace
TV/DVD, Stero, Playstations in Lounge
5* Garden
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Swimming pool
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Hiking
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Tennis |
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| Golf
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Fishing
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Horse riding |
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| Skiing
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Water sports
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Gymnasium |
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| Mountain biking
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| Other activities available |
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Historic Town Center home of Charles Dickens - Rochester Cathedral
Historic Dockyard, Europe biggest shopping mail - Blue waters only 15 minutes drive.
World Renouce Canterbury City and Cathedral only 35 minutes drive/by train away
London only 45 minutes by road/direct train.
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Five star luxury, in your very own private house. Located in the heart of the historic town of Rochester House is available to let from 3 nights up to several months at a time.
Four bedrooms sleeping 10+ , 5* health suite garden, parking and a central location only 10 minutes walk from the train station (London 40 minutes) and 2 minutes from the shops
Owners website: http://www.best-retreats.com
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When contacting this owner, please mention letaholidayhome.com |
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| Owner: | Miss Abiodun Oyefusi | | Timezone: | GMT +0hours | | Email: | Contact form... | | Telephone: |  |
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Languages spoken by the owner:
English |
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