About The Canterbury Barn

Traditional oak beamed barn, the ultimate location for a celebration or a family gathering with large entertaining spaces. 

Impressive open-plan kitchen and living area with large central dining table

Panoramic views out over the surrounding countryside

Reduced midweek rates

This traditional Kentish barn is available for the first time for the largest of group holiday accommodation in proximity to Canterbury in Kent.

It has a host of traditional features including oak beams, oak flooring and high ceilings and the most dramatic of panoramic views across the countryside. Furnished in a modern style, ideal for family and ample gatherings and those special occasions, with large central dining table suitable to seat all guests.

Conveniently located less than a twenty-minute walk into Canterbury where you can soak up the cosmopolitan atmosphere, pop in to one of the many local pubs or upmarket wine bars. For the explores amongst you the location is hard to beat with connecting routes across Kent; only a short distance to the seaside at Whitstable, the market towns of Faversham nearby and within an hour of London, by car or high speed train, this is the perfect cottage to enjoy a day trip from.

This special self-catering holiday barn is set in peaceful Kentish countryside yet near to it all, an ideal destination for long holidays and short breaks throughout the year.

Facilities

  • Internet Access
  • Accessible parking
  • Cots available
  • Suitable for families
  • Tennis Court
  • WiFi access
  • Pets Allowed / Guide Dogs, Hearing Dogs and Registered Assistance Dogs welcome
  • Hot Tub Facilities
  • Barbecue Facilities / Outdoor Dining
  • Free Private Off-Road Parking
  • Ground Floor Bedrooms & Accessible Bathrooms
  • Self-Catering Facilities
  • Non-Smoking Throughout
  • Large Group Accommodation (Sleeps 20)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How suitable is The Canterbury Barn for large group gatherings and multi-generational stays?

The converted fruit farm barn sleeps up to 20 guests across 7 bedrooms, featuring dual living areas and a central dining table built to seat the whole group together. Ground-floor bedrooms and an accessible bathroom are provided for guests who prefer step-free access.

What private outdoor leisure amenities are available on-site?

Guests have access to a year-round tennis court, a south-facing sun terrace with rural views, gas barbecue equipment, and a private outdoor hot tub (provided upon request).

What is the pet policy for visitors bringing dogs?

The barn accepts up to 4 dogs per stay. An additional pet fee applies, and while dogs have immediate access to rural walking paths around Harbledown, they are kept restricted from bedrooms and carpeted/soft furnishings.

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Canterbury UNESCO view photo credit John Hippisley