Richborough Manor is a spectacular 16th Century country manor house situated in the heart of the Kent countryside, where views are far reaching and sheep graze peacefully under the large open skies. The house is truly amazing, and every detail has been considered to make sure your stay is as enjoyable as it can be. Every piece of furniture tells a story, from the fabulous chandeliers, beautiful artwork, four poster beds, gilt mirrors, luxuriously upholstered furniture, antique furniture, roll top baths and so much more…… The house itself has been sumptuously decorated by the owner who is an interior designer, adding luxurious contemporary touches whilst retaining many original features. There are two sitting rooms, one with a wood burning stove and the other with an electric wood burner, a large kitchen/breakfast room, a dining room and various utility rooms. The well-equipped kitchen is a chefs dream where an AGA cooker makes light work of catering for large groups, and there's plenty of space for enjoying meals in the formal fourteen seater dining room. With six bedrooms, four bath/shower rooms and a further WC downstairs there is ample accommodation for celebratory escapes or multi-generational stays, and with unlimited WiFi and multiple Smart TVs, everyone will be happily entertained. The manor house stands in one acre of beautiful, landscaped gardens, with mature trees and shrubs, flowering plants and a reed filled pond. Seating has been cleverly positioned from the large dining table and benches in the sunniest spot, to the decked hot tub area, the sofas and firepit to watch the setting sun, to the benches under trees for peaceful shade. The garden is a wonderful place to sit and watch children play, or enjoy outdoor meals and sunset drinks with friends. It is also dog-friendly and there is plenty of space for them to run around. Richborough Manor is in a secluded location 3 miles from the historic Cinque Ports town of Sandwich. The house is the perfect holiday home for families and friends. Families with children can enjoy the Whitemills Wake and Aqua Park and Betteshanger Park, history buffs have many English Heritage castles and forts to explore, and golfers are spoilt for choice with championship golf courses a few miles away. Further afield, the lovely Georgian town of Deal is just 20 minutes away and well worth a visit.
Property Description
Ground Floor
Front door into porch
Sitting room
Sitting room with sofas and armchairs, Smart TV, wood burner
Drawing room
Drawing room with sofas and armchairs, Smart TV, electric wood burner
Kitchen
Kitchen with Aga, American style fridge/freezer, butler sink, wood burner, dishwasher, large breakfast table and chairs
Dining room
Dining room with large table and 14 chairs
Utility rooms with additional dishwasher, fridges and freezers, two washing machines, two tumble dryers, three air fryers
Olive Bedroom - sleeps 2, Twin beds, bedside table and lamp, chair, ensuite cloakroom with wc and basin
First floor
Jasmine Bedroom - sleeps 2, King size four poster bed, bedside tables and lamps, dressing table, chaise longue, TV, ensuite roll top bath, basin and wc. The bed in this bedroom is 7ft long, perfect for taller members in the group.
Rose Bedroom - sleeps 2, Double bed, bedsides table and lamps, wardrobe
Thistle Bedroom - sleeps 2, King size bed, bedsides table and lamps, chest of drawers, dressing table
Hydrangea Bedroom - sleeps 2, King size bed, bedsides table and lamps, chest of drawers, wardrobe, sofa, TV
Bathroom - with roll top bath with handheld shower, basin and wc
Shower room - shower cubicle, basin and wc
Second floor
Sunflowers Family Bedroom - sleeps 4, Super Kingsize bed, bedside tables and lamps, chest of drawers, TV, two Single beds, bedside table and lamp, dressing table, ensuite shower room with shower cubicle, wc and basin
Garden
A beautiful, large, landscaped, one acre garden with outside dining table and benches, a sunset seating area with firepit and BBQ, decked hot tub and loungers. The garden is fully enclosed, and guests must keep the gates closed at all times.
Parking
Private parking for up to five cars
Pet friendly
Things You Need to Know
The house manager lives on site and will meet guests on arrival
A chef and waiting staff can be arranged on request
If possible, guests can arrange for a food delivery to arrive the day before or day of arrival and the items will be put away in readiness for your arrival
Children should be supervised at all times around the pond
Towels and linen are provided, as well as towels for the hot tub
Bath robes are provided for every guest
Logs provided for the wood burners and fire pit
Wi-Fi access
Central heating
Cot and high chair available on request
Pets are charged at £70 per stay
The house will be decorated over the Christmas period
The house is suitable for weddings, so please do get in touch with us for more information
The hot tub is fully cleaned, re-filled and heated every week. It is a spa hot tub and there a range of salts and oils available.
House Rules
We would respectfully ask that the following house rules are adhered to, to avoid any damages.
Should any damages arise please note charges may be taken from your security deposit.
Please note check out is 12pm. Please ensure you vacate on time to allow our housekeepers to enter the property and prepare it for the next guests.
Smoking is not permitted in the property at any time.
Please note for insurance purposes the number of guests must not exceed the total occupancy of the house.
For fire safety reasons please do not use any candles in the property.
Please be respectful to neighbours. Quiet hours are between 11pm and 9am.
Parties and loud music are not permitted.
