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2 Guests
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1 Bedroom
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1 Bathroom
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Pets Yes
Features
- Off road parking
- Ground floor accommodation
- Ground floor bedroom
- Garden / Patio
- Cot available
Reviews & Ratings
26 Customer Reviews
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"Unfortunately due to unforeseen circumstances I had to vacate the property a day earlier than booked."
A delightful little pad, ideal for me and my small Dog.
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"Every nices lady and frienly"
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"Lovely place clean and well organised."
Memory mattress not for me as I have a bad back. Entrance a bit tight hard to get cases in.
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"Very nice place."
Well equipped. Clean. Owners very helpful and pleasant.
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"Ditsys Den was very comfortable and the hosts were very welcoming and helpful."
A big thank you to them.
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"The first thing we were told was we are not allowed pets and told the owners dogs will kill my small cat even though it said pets allowed."
We weren't allowed out after 9 as the host did not like that . Were told to keep noise level down although i have a 3 years old son who just likes to play in the garden with the little stones. Then we were sent a rude message after we left. They also blamed us for previous broken stuff even though we cleaned up really well before we left. I am 29 years old asian man that stayed there with my 3 years old son and my pregnant wife . But they made us feel very uncomfortable and i felt like we were treated bit different . Bit sad and disappointed :(
Thank you for your feedback. I am very disappointed to hear this. We are a dog-friendly property and I can't see you added any pet(s) on your booking with us so we were not aware you were bringing your cat, so we were shocked to find your cat wandering around our garden. We asked you to politely keep the noise and music down as it was 1am. I treat all my guests the same and as you can see from my previous reviews we are always welcoming and helpful. I wish you would have contacted Sykes or myself regarding the issues you mentioned and we would have been more than happy to assist you. Again, we thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. Property Owner
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"Positives: Clean and nicely decorated, extra sofa bed if two single occupants arrive, well-stocked with equipment and mod cons."
Negatives: The picture of the garden, that is used as the primary selling point, is misleading. The last autumn's leaf fall had not been raked up, the furniture was old, tatty and falling apart. The garden has had about three years of usage since established (according to the guest book entries), and it looked like no-one was bothering to maintain it. It was a big disappointment, as we had expected to see something more well-maintained like the picture. No guestbook, and occupant information like an updated wi-fi password or local area information was clearly displayed/provided. We used a clearly displayed sign for the Wi-fi password which was out of date, battled with it for half an hour, and eventually had to go and knock on the door of the main house to ask for the information. Eventually, we found informational items tucked in behind the TV, a day later. We felt that it was a bit of an oversight to not make the location of these much clearer or to update their sign. We felt that the owners of the accommodation could have attended better to the small things, and the garden was a big disappointment.
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"My only negative comment would be to echo what some people have already said about the bed."
It has a memory foam mattress which doesn't suit everyone and indeed one does tend to slide off the edge if one is not careful! Otherwise the place is great. Very cosy and warm, which suited us well as the weather was not the greatest the week we were there.
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"All I would like to say yes I do think the mattress on the bed should be changed ..."
All I would like to say yes I do think the mattress on the bed should be changed as I don’t believe it’s now overused so changing it would be brilliant, but I do say you get an excellent welcome other than the bed I have no other complaints
Thank you for your feed back much appreciated. Sorry you did not get on with the mattress we have only ever had good feed back on the mattress . It is a very expensive temper mattress that's only a few yrs old and should last for at least 15 yrs of being slept in every night so maybe just too soft for you . I am glad you enjoyed everything else and felt welcome . Regards michaela Property Owner
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"There was a miscommunication somewhere between Sykes and the owner so we were not expected on arrival."
Michaela sorted the problem and we were able to enjoy the property an hour later. Inside the den is modern and tastefully decorated. Essential kitchen area with bar stools and separate dining table and chairs. Small double, boat bed not ideal for tall people.
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"My stay at Ditsys Den was just what I needed."
It was quiet and comfortable and in the perfect spot for heading out for some walks along the river.
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"Beautiful location and when the weather was good sitting in the secluded garden was bliss surrounded by trees and the birds singing."
Very friendly hosts and very dog friendly with everything needed for a relaxing and restful stay. Having lived in the area until 1994 I knew my way around. The only downside for me was I am a very cold being and I did find it a little cold at times - not enough to put me off visiting again though!!
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"We had a very enjoyable few days at Ditsys Den."
Unfortunatly we had to leave a day early for personal reasons,but would definitly stay there again.
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"Narrow passageway to property, with pipes protruding as well."
Concern over exiting if fire occurred. Some normal equipment missing, such as teapot, dish drainer, no instruction manuals for equipment etc.
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"No dishwasher and seatee uncomfortable after a short while."
Otherwise a very pleasent place to stay and good location for site seeing Kent attractions
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"Very welcoming host and cottage."
Everything you could possibly want at hand. Loved all the extras such as fresh eggs. Very comfortable bed and a beautiful shower room. Wonderful part of the country so much to see and do. Definitely visit again.
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"We enjoyed our stay in the spacy and comfortable cottage very much."
Very friendly people. Good starting point for visiting all kind of well known gardens , houses , castles like Cartwell , Sissinghurst , Scotney , Bodiam , etc.
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"We had a great week visiting the national trust properties."
Ditsy Den was tastefully decorated and very well equipped. Owners where very friendly. Bed was very comfortable. if i had a complaint it would be there was not enough cupboard space to put food we had brought. but was not a problem as we left it in bags. all in all we had a lovely week.
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"TOILET CISTERN REQUIRES ATTENTION Noticed a dirty roasting tin, old and dirty ..."
TOILET CISTERN REQUIRES ATTENTION Noticed a dirty roasting tin, old and dirty coffee pods apart from that loved the Den, comfortable bed, and lovely courtyard ( including the little robin family)
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"Lovely cottage but access was slightly difficult especially at night because of the narrow path."
Super facilities ideal for a weekend break
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"Wonderful cottage."
Had everything we needed. Completely secure garden for our dog. Lovely owner. Left us some eggs from her own chickens. First clas
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"Ditsy Den was really comfortable ,the host went beyond expectations with friendliness and hospitality ."
The place was spotless and had every piece of equipment you could need would recommend it to any one looking for a home from home in the great Kent countryside
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"Our host was extremely friendly and helpful."
The cottage was cosy and well equipped.
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"Lovely and generous host."
Property small but comfortable and well equipped. Ideal for exploring Kent and the surounding area. Thorougly recommended.
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"Very clean and comfortable accommodation everything you need in the studio apartment."
Great location for exploring Kent and lovely walks all within a very short drive. Owner very friendly and helpful.
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"Lovely, clean accommodation with a lovely host who went out of her way to make us feel welcome."
Beautiful location with easy access to lots of places.lovely to have a bit of outdoor space especially if you have a dog.
Summary
- Studio apartment with double bed, kitchenette, dining area and sitting area with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
- Central heating
- Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge with freezer compartment, TV
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Travel cot available
- Off-road parking for one car
- Bike storage available
- Enclosed courtyard with gravel, furniture and fire pit
- One small dog welcome
- Sorry, no smoking
- Shop 2.5 miles, pub 1.3 miles
- Note: Stairs are closed off to the first-floor
- Note: The property is next to the owners
- Please note that puppies are not accepted at this property.
The property
Ditsys Den is a intimate ground-floor apartment resting on the outskirts of Paddock Wood in Kent.
Sleeping two guests in a studio setting, Ditsys Den is a romantic getaway for your next adventure to Kent, within easy reach of Maidstone and Tonbridge.
You are greeted to the property with private off-road parking, before you step into your studio apartment which is busting with character.
There is a gorgeous velvet double bed, which you will be excited to cuddle up in at the end of a long day, and a kitchenette with everything you need to impress your loved one with an evening meal at the breakfast bar or a light breakfast on the sofa.
There is also a contemporary en-suite shower room with a corner shower boasting unique brick effect tiles.
Outside there is bike storage for those wishing to explore the area on bike, and a wonderful enclosed courtyard, which is great for your furry friend to have some freedom, and furniture so you can enjoy an evening under the stars with a bottle of wine, whilst you keep your toes warm by the fire pit.
Ditsys Den is just a short drive away from the town centre of Paddock Wood, which has a range of takeaways for when you don't feel like cooking, two pubs which both serve food, a seafood restaurant, a fish and chip shop, a park with a children's playground and a popular fishing lake.
Paddock Wood is nearby the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty which offers scenic walking and cycling trails, and The Hop Farm, which is an iconic and historic landmark with the world's largest collection of Victorian oast houses and a great day out for children with adventure and animals at every turn.
From Paddock Wood train station, you can easily access the larger town of Maidstone which has river boat tours, museums and galleries, golf club and the nearby Leeds Castle which offers tours, garden walks, zip slides, a falconry and the popular Go Ape Tree Top Adventure Centre which makes for a great day out.
Also easy to reach via train, or car, is Tonbridge which has a great sense of adventure with a rock climbing centre, a public swimming pool and an 11th century castle which offers tours, as well as enough shops, bars and eateries to enjoy an evening out.
If you're looking to treat your loved one to a romantic trip in this stunning art of Kent, then choose Ditsys Den.
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.
About the location
PADDOCK WOOD, KENT
Tonbridge 6.7 miles; Royal Tunbridge Wells 7.6 miles; Maidstone 10.8 miles.
Paddock Wood is a small town of edge of the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with a train station that offers great access to the large towns of Tonbridge and Maidstone. The village has a range of takeaways, plenty of shops to grab any essentials, a pub, a seafood restaurant, a fish and chip shop, a park with a children's playground and a fishing lake. Nearby you can discover The Hop Farm, which is an iconic and historic landmark in Kent, with the world's largest collection of Victorian oast houses and children will love it with stables full of Shire Horses, the popular Giant Jumping Pillows, a driving school, the magic castle, an outdoor play area with rides, live shows and the chance to get up to close to donkeys, horses and other cuddly creatures. Head towards Maidstone to discover the largest town in Kent via the river boat, explore the museums and galleries, play a round of golf, or admire the nearby Leeds Castle which has tours, gardens, golf, zip slides, a falconry and the popular Go Ape Tree Top Adventure Centre. In the opposite direction, you can enjoy a day out in Tonbridge with rock climbing, swimming, tours of the 11th century castle, and ample shops, bars and eateries. Also in the area, you can admire the views of the High Weald AONB which has great walking and cycling routes, including the National Trust ruins of Scotney Castle in scenic a woodland with trails and a hop farm, or take a tour of the 14th century Bodiam Castle.
Please note that puppies are not accepted at this property.
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas