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4-Bedroom Hot Tub Cabin in Appledore

Sleeps up to 8
Pets 2
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 4

This 4-bedroom hot tub cabin is a spacious off-grid safari tent on quiet farmland just 4 miles from Rye in Kent. One of two tents on the site, it sleeps up to 8 guests and comes with a private wood-fired hot tub, fire pit and a fully equipped outdoor kitchen. This is proper outdoor living without roughing it.

The setting is open countryside with coastal walks on the doorstep. Watch the sun set over the fields from the deck, cook pizzas in the outdoor pizza oven or toast marshmallows around the fire pit. Camber Sands is within 8 miles.

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About This 4-Bedroom Hot Tub Cabin

This 4-bedroom hot tub cabin is a spacious off-grid safari tent on quiet farmland just 4 miles from Rye in Kent. One of two tents on the site, it sleeps up to 8 guests and comes with a private wood-fired hot tub, fire pit and a fully equipped outdoor kitchen. This is proper outdoor living without roughing it.

The setting is open countryside with coastal walks on the doorstep. Watch the sun set over the fields from the deck, cook pizzas in the outdoor pizza oven or toast marshmallows around the fire pit. Camber Sands is within 8 miles. Rye's historic streets are a 10-minute drive.

Inside the single-storey tent there are 4 bedrooms sleeping 8: a king-size four-poster room, a cabin double (accessed by ladder with a children's snug below), a twin zip-and-link room (convertible to king-size on request) and a full-size bunk bedroom. There's one shower room with WC on the rear deck.

Bodiam Castle is 15 miles away (25 mins). Camber Sands is within 8 miles (15 mins). Tenterden with its independent shops is 8.5 miles (20 mins). The Kent & East Sussex Railway offers a nostalgic steam journey connecting Tenterden to Bodiam.

This property suits families and groups who want genuine outdoor living with real comfort. The hot tub, pizza oven and fire pit make evenings memorable. Book both tents for groups of up to 16.

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Need To Know

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Local Insights: St Mildred's Church

Unique information you won't find on booking sites

Appledore, Kent

Weather & Hot Tub Conditions

8ยฐC

Clear sky

Updated: 8 Oct 2026, 2:50am

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7.90ยฐC
Temperature
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19 km/h
Wind Speed
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84%
Humidity
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Hot Tub Tip: The contrast between cool October air and warm hot tub water creates the perfect relaxation experience. Many guests say cooler evenings make hot tub sessions even more enjoyable.

Best Months for Hot Tub Evenings

  • โœ“ May - September: Warmest evenings (12-16ยฐC), longest daylight for twilight sessions
  • โœ“ October - November: Crisp autumn air, stunning starry skies, perfect contrast with hot water
  • โœ“ December - February: Cold air intensifies the experience, possible snow-dusted surroundings
  • โœ“ March - April: Spring awakening, longer evenings returning, wildlife becoming active
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Rainy Day Tip: Don't let rain stop you! Hot tubbing in light rain is a uniquely peaceful experience. The sound of raindrops while you're warm in the bubbling water is surprisingly relaxing.

Dark Skies & Stargazing

St Mildred's Church is located in one of England's darkest sky areas, making it exceptional for stargazing from the hot tub.

Bortle Scale Rating

The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):

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Class 4 - Rural/suburban transition
This location's dark sky rating

What You Can See From The Hot Tub

The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.

The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.

Best Stargazing Conditions

  • โœ“ New Moon periods: Darkest skies, best Milky Way visibility
  • โœ“ Winter months: Earlier darkness, crisper skies, Orion constellation prominent
  • โœ“ After 11pm: Neighbouring lights typically switched off
  • โœ“ Allow 20 minutes: Let your eyes adjust to darkness before looking up
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Pro Tip: Download a stargazing app like "Sky Map" or "Star Walk" before arrival. Mobile signal can be limited, and these apps work offline.

Location & Elevation

2m

(7 feet above sea level)

St Mildred's Church sits in a peaceful Kent setting, perfect for a relaxing hot tub getaway.

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2m
Elevation
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Appledore
Nearest Village
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Rural
Setting

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

  • โœ“ Cooler temperatures: Expect 1-2ยฐC cooler than coastal areas, making hot tub sessions even more refreshing
  • โœ“ Clearer air: Less pollution and haze, better views and stargazing
  • โœ“ Morning mists: Valley fog sometimes forms below, creating magical sunrise views
  • โœ“ Walking access: Higher starting point means shorter climbs to fell summits
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Driving Note: The roads to Appledore are typical Kent lanes - narrow in places with passing spots. Take your time and enjoy the scenery.

Coordinates

Latitude: 50.9986710ยฐ N | Longitude: 0.758221ยฐ W

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Today's sun times for Appledore (Thursday, 8 October 2026):

6:07am

Sunrise

4:21pm

Golden Hour

5:21pm

Sunset

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Sunrise
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5:21pm
Sunset
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4:21pm
Golden Hour

Hot Tub Timing by Season

  • โœ“ Summer (Jun-Aug): Sunset around 9:30-10pm - enjoy the hot tub in daylight or twilight
  • โœ“ Autumn (Sep-Nov): Sunset 5-7pm - perfect timing for an after-dinner soak under emerging stars
  • โœ“ Winter (Dec-Feb): Sunset around 4pm - dark hot tub sessions, ideal for stargazing
  • โœ“ Spring (Mar-May): Sunset 6-9pm - watch the evenings grow longer each day
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Evening Hot Tub Session: For the best experience, start your hot tub session during golden hour (4:21pm). You'll enjoy the warm colours of sunset, then transition into twilight and stars - all without having to get out!

October Daylight

This month in Appledore, you have approximately 11.24 hours of daylight. The shortening days create the perfect excuse for earlier hot tub sessions.

Practical Essentials

Everything you need to know before you arrive at St Mildred's Church.

Mobile Phone Signal

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Signal Strength

Good

Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.

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Signal Tip: All major networks should work well here.

Nearest Essentials

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Arrival Tip: Fill up with fuel before you arrive - petrol stations can be sparse in rural Kent. Consider stocking up on groceries too, especially if arriving late.

Family & Fun


Local Breweries & Craft Beer

Discover local craft beer near St Mildred's Church:

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Rother Valley Brewing Company

Micro ยท Rye

6.3 mi
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The Three Legs Brewing Co

Taproom ยท Rye

7.4 mi
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The FILO Brewing Co Ltd

Micro ยท Hastings

11.9 mi
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Beer Lover's Tip: Many Kent pubs serve locally brewed ales. Ask for local ales - perfect after a day exploring!

Data updated: 8 Oct 2026 | Location: 50.9986710, 0.7582210

Information unique to this location - not available on booking sites

What Guests Love

Discover why our guests keep coming back to this cabin

Wood-fired hot tub

A private wood-fired hot tub sits in the outdoor space perfect for evenings under the stars after a day exploring the Kent countryside.

Pizza oven and outdoor kitchen

The rear deck has a full outdoor kitchen with a pizza oven, gas BBQ and griddle ideal for sociable evenings cooking outside together.

Fire pit with marshmallow toasting

The lower area has a dedicated fire pit. Kids and adults alike love gathering round to toast marshmallows as the sun goes down.

Four-poster bedroom

The king-size four-poster bedroom adds a touch of luxury inside the safari tent a proper grown-up space within a glamping setting.

Countryside sunsets from the deck

The covered front deck faces open farmland. Morning coffee or evening drinks with countryside views stretching out in front of you.

Close to Rye and Camber Sands

Rye is just 4 miles away and Camber Sands is within 8 miles two of the South East's best days out are right on your doorstep.

Getting To This Cabin

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

The cabin sits on quiet farmland near Rye in Kent with postcode TN30 7AF. Follow the farm track to reach the site and you'll find private onsite parking for two cars on arrival.

By Train

The nearest railway station is Rye, approximately 4 miles from the property. From Rye station a short taxi ride will get you to the site directly.

Private onsite parking for two cars
Rye railway station (approx. 4 miles)
Quiet farmland near Rye, Kent TN30 7AF

Attractions & More Nearby

Everything you need within easy reach

Camber Sands Beach
Distance: Within 8 miles
TN31 7RB
Bodiam Castle
Distance: 15 miles
TN32 5UA
Rye Historic Town & Nature Reserve
Distance: 4 miles
TN31 7LA
Rye Harbour Nature Reserve
Distance: 6 miles
TN31 7TU
High Weald National Landscape Trails
Distance: 19 miles
TN18 4AB
Camber Dunes Coastal Walk
Distance: Within 8 miles
TN31 7RB
Tenterden High Street
Distance: 8.5 miles
TN30 6BW
Rye Town Centre Shops
Distance: 4 miles
TN31 7LA
Tesco Extra Ashford
Distance: 18 miles
TN24 0SD
Kent & East Sussex Railway (Tenterden)
Distance: 8.5 miles
TN30 6HE
Rye Railway Station
Distance: 4 miles
TN31 7AB
Ashford International Station
Distance: 18 miles
TN24 8EZ
Camber Sands Beach
Distance: Within 8 miles
TN31 7RB
Bodiam Castle
Distance: 15 miles
TN32 5UA
Rye Historic Town & Nature Reserve
Distance: 4 miles
TN31 7LA
Rye Harbour Nature Reserve
Distance: 6 miles
TN31 7TU
High Weald National Landscape Trails
Distance: 19 miles
TN18 4AB
Camber Dunes Coastal Walk
Distance: Within 8 miles
TN31 7RB
Tenterden High Street
Distance: 8.5 miles
TN30 6BW
Rye Town Centre Shops
Distance: 4 miles
TN31 7LA
Tesco Extra Ashford
Distance: 18 miles
TN24 0SD
Kent & East Sussex Railway (Tenterden)
Distance: 8.5 miles
TN30 6HE
Rye Railway Station
Distance: 4 miles
TN31 7AB
Ashford International Station
Distance: 18 miles
TN24 8EZ

Is This Cabin Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
Kids will love toasting marshmallows at the fire pit and making pizzas in the outdoor pizza oven. The cabin double bedroom has a children's snug area beneath the bed. Camber Sands' famous dunes are within 8 miles for beach days. The bunk bedroom is a hit with younger guests.
For Couples
This getaway has a king-size four-poster bedroom for couples wanting something special. The private wood-fired hot tub is ideal for evenings together. Rye's historic streets are 4 miles away for dinner and exploring. The covered deck with countryside views makes for a genuinely peaceful escape.
Pet Friendly
This rental accepts up to two dogs. The quiet farmland setting means dogs have space to roam freely. Walking trails through the surrounding countryside and along the coast are right on the doorstep. Rye Harbour Nature Reserve is around 6 miles away for longer walks.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at this cabin

The Mermaid Inn

Located 4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: TN31 7EY

Webbe's at The Fish Cafรฉ

Located 4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: TN31 7LA

The White Lion Hotel

Located 8.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: TN30 6BD

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about this cabin

Does this cottage have a hot tub?
Yes. The cabin has a private wood-fired hot tub in the outdoor space. It is exclusive to guests staying in this tent and is separate from the neighbouring Sandpiper tent.
Is it pet friendly?
Yes. This property accepts up to two dogs. The quiet farmland setting and nearby countryside walking trails make it a great base for guests travelling with dogs.
How many people does this getaway sleep?
This rental sleeps up to 8 guests across 4 bedrooms. The four bedrooms are a king-size four-poster room, a cabin double, a twin zip-and-link room and a full-size bunk bedroom.
Can the twin bedroom be made into a double?
Yes. The twin zip-and-link bedroom can be arranged as a king-size double on request. Just let the team know when booking so it can be set up before you arrive.
Is there an outdoor cooking area?
Yes. The rear deck has a fully equipped outdoor kitchen including a gas BBQ, griddle and pizza oven. There is also an outdoor bar area making it well suited to group evenings outside.
What is the bathroom situation?
There is one shower room with a WC. It is located on the decked area at the rear of the tent rather than inside the main living space. Towels are included.
Can we book both tents for a larger group?
Yes. This cabin and the neighbouring Sandpiper tent can be booked together for exclusive use of the entire site. This allows groups of up to 16 guests to stay together across both tents.
How far is this stay from Rye and the coast?
Rye is approximately 4 miles from the property around 10 minutes by car. Camber Sands beach is within 8 miles making it easy to combine countryside stays with beach days.

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