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Holly's Hidden Hideaway, Chart Sutton

Guest Rating
Rating
3.0
out of 5
Sleeps 2
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 1

Holly's Hidden Hideaway is a luxury log cabin lodge for two at Lower Farm Lodges in Chart Sutton, Kent. Set within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the owner's 13-acre grounds, this is a thoughtfully prepared couples retreat just 8 miles from Maidstone.

Chart Sutton sits in the Kent countryside with easy access to Maidstone's leisure facilities, Mote Park's 450 acres of parkland and the River Medway. Walking, cycling and horse riding are all on the doorstep. A pub and restaurant are less than a mile away.

The lodge sleeps 2 and is all on the ground floor. There's one double bedroom with a 4ft 6in memory foam bed and a modern en-suite shower room with heated towel rail. The living and dining room has a Smart TV and a double sofa bed.

 

About Holly's Hidden Hideaway

Holly's Hidden Hideaway is a luxury log cabin lodge for two at Lower Farm Lodges in Chart Sutton, Kent. Set within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the owner's 13-acre grounds, this is a thoughtfully prepared couples retreat just 8 miles from Maidstone.

Chart Sutton sits in the Kent countryside with easy access to Maidstone's leisure facilities, Mote Park's 450 acres of parkland and the River Medway. Walking, cycling and horse riding are all on the doorstep. A pub and restaurant are less than a mile away.

The lodge sleeps 2 and is all on the ground floor. There's one double bedroom with a 4ft 6in memory foam bed and a modern en-suite shower room with heated towel rail. The living and dining room has a Smart TV and a double sofa bed. Outside you get private decking with a BBQ and seating plus your own private hot tub. Guests also share access to a lake and summerhouse with sun loungers.

Leeds Castle is under 6 miles away (approx. 12 mins). Mote Park is 8 miles (15 mins). Maidstone town centre with Fremlin Walk shopping and the Archbishop's Palace is 8 miles (15 mins). Allington Lock via the Millennium River Park is around 10 miles (20 mins).

Holly's Hidden Hideaway suits couples who want peace, privacy and quality. Hot tub, memory foam bed, private decking and stunning Kent countryside. Book it.

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Local Insights: Brittons Hill Cottage

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Chart Sutton, Kent

Weather & Hot Tub Conditions

11Β°C

Mainly clear

Updated: 10 Sep 2026, 2:51am

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10.90Β°C
Temperature
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3 km/h
Wind Speed
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89%
Humidity
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Hot Tub Tip: The contrast between cool September 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

  • βœ“ May - September: Warmest evenings (12-16Β°C), longest daylight for twilight sessions
  • βœ“ October - November: Crisp autumn air, stunning starry skies, perfect contrast with hot water
  • βœ“ December - February: Cold air intensifies the experience, possible snow-dusted surroundings
  • βœ“ 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

Brittons Hill Cottage 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

  • βœ“ New Moon periods: Darkest skies, best Milky Way visibility
  • βœ“ Winter months: Earlier darkness, crisper skies, Orion constellation prominent
  • βœ“ After 11pm: Neighbouring lights typically switched off
  • βœ“ 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

21m

(69 feet above sea level)

Brittons Hill Cottage sits in a peaceful Kent setting, perfect for a relaxing hot tub getaway.

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21m
Elevation
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Chart Sutton
Nearest Village
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Rural
Setting

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

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

Coordinates

Latitude: 51.1948420Β° N | Longitude: 0.572542Β° W

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Today's sun times for Chart Sutton (Thursday, 10 September 2026):

5:23am

Sunrise

5:25pm

Golden Hour

6:25pm

Sunset

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Sunrise
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6:25pm
Sunset
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5:25pm
Golden Hour

Hot Tub Timing by Season

  • βœ“ Summer (Jun-Aug): Sunset around 9:30-10pm - enjoy the hot tub in daylight or twilight
  • βœ“ Autumn (Sep-Nov): Sunset 5-7pm - perfect timing for an after-dinner soak under emerging stars
  • βœ“ Winter (Dec-Feb): Sunset around 4pm - dark hot tub sessions, ideal for stargazing
  • βœ“ 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 (5:25pm). You'll enjoy the warm colours of sunset, then transition into twilight and stars - all without having to get out!

September Daylight

This month in Chart Sutton, you have approximately 13.04 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 Brittons Hill Cottage.

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 Brittons Hill Cottage:

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Rother Valley Brewing Company

Micro Β· Rye

13 mi
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The Three Legs Brewing Co

Taproom Β· Rye

17.3 mi
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Good Things Brewing Co Ltd

Micro Β· Tunbridge Wells

17.9 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: 10 Sep 2026 | Location: 51.1948420, 0.5725420

Information unique to this location - not available on booking sites

What Guests Love

Discover why our guests keep coming back to Holly's Hidden Hideaway

Private hot tub

Your own private hot tub on the decking. Perfect for evenings in the Kent countryside with a drink in hand.

Memory foam double bed

A 4ft 6in double memory foam bed in the bedroom means a genuinely comfortable night's sleep every night.

Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

The lodge sits within 13 acres of owner's grounds in a Kent AONB. Peaceful and genuinely beautiful surroundings.

Private decking with BBQ

The private back garden has decking, garden furniture and a BBQ. A great spot for evening meals outside.

Shared lake and summerhouse

Guests can use the shared lake and summerhouse with sun loungers. A lovely bonus on warm days.

8 miles from Maidstone

Leeds Castle, Mote Park and Maidstone town centre are all within easy reach for days out.

Getting To Holly's Hidden Hideaway

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

Holly's Hidden Hideaway is located at Lower Farm Lodges in Chart Sutton, Kent, postcode ME17 3ER. Maidstone is 8 miles away and the lodge is accessible from the rural roads surrounding Chart Sutton village. Private parking for 2 cars is available on site.

By Train

Bearsted station is the nearest rail stop and offers frequent services into London. Maidstone also has train connections. From either station a short taxi ride will get you to the lodge.

Private parking for 2 cars on site
Bearsted station (nearest rail link)
Chart Sutton, near Maidstone, Kent ME17 3ER

Attractions & More Nearby

Everything you need within easy reach

Leeds Castle
Distance: ~6 miles
ME17 1PL
Mote Park
Distance: ~8 miles
ME15 7RN
Archbishop's Palace Maidstone
Distance: ~8 miles
ME14 1LX
Mote Park Circular Walk
Distance: ~8 miles
ME15 7RN
Millennium River Park River Medway
Distance: ~10 miles
ME16 0BU
Chart Sutton Countryside Footpaths
Distance: On doorstep
ME17 3ER
Fremlin Walk Shopping Centre Maidstone
Distance: ~8 miles
ME14 1QZ
Maidstone Town Centre
Distance: ~8 miles
ME14 1JH
Maidstone Market
Distance: ~8 miles
ME15 6AH
Bearsted Train Station
Distance: ~4 miles
ME14 4DT
Maidstone Leisure Centre
Distance: ~8 miles
ME15 6YA
Hazlitt Theatre Maidstone
Distance: ~8 miles
ME14 1PL
Leeds Castle
Distance: ~6 miles
ME17 1PL
Mote Park
Distance: ~8 miles
ME15 7RN
Archbishop's Palace Maidstone
Distance: ~8 miles
ME14 1LX
Mote Park Circular Walk
Distance: ~8 miles
ME15 7RN
Millennium River Park River Medway
Distance: ~10 miles
ME16 0BU
Chart Sutton Countryside Footpaths
Distance: On doorstep
ME17 3ER
Fremlin Walk Shopping Centre Maidstone
Distance: ~8 miles
ME14 1QZ
Maidstone Town Centre
Distance: ~8 miles
ME14 1JH
Maidstone Market
Distance: ~8 miles
ME15 6AH
Bearsted Train Station
Distance: ~4 miles
ME14 4DT
Maidstone Leisure Centre
Distance: ~8 miles
ME15 6YA
Hazlitt Theatre Maidstone
Distance: ~8 miles
ME14 1PL

Is Holly's Hidden Hideaway Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
This lodge is designed as a couples retreat and sleeps 2 in its main bedroom. A travel cot is available on request for infants. The unfenced lake in the grounds means it is not well suited to young children and parents should take extra care.
For Couples
Holly's Hidden Hideaway is built for couples. A private hot tub on the decking, a 4ft 6in memory foam bed, a BBQ and a shared lakeside summerhouse all set within a Kent Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Maidstone is 8 miles away for a night out.
Pet Friendly
One small dog is welcome at Holly's Hidden Hideaway. Pet charges apply. The 13-acre grounds give plenty of space to explore but owners should note there is an unfenced lake on site. Chart Sutton's surrounding countryside footpaths are great for dog walks.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Holly's Hidden Hideaway

The Cock Inn Chart Sutton

Located ~1 mile from your accommodation.

Postcode: ME17 3EW

The Pepperbox Inn Ulcombe

Located ~2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: ME17 1LP

The Ringlestone Inn Harrietsham

Located ~4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: ME17 1NX

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Holly's Hidden Hideaway

Does this cottage have a hot tub?
Yes. Holly's Hidden Hideaway has its own private hot tub on the outside decking area. It's separate from the shared facilities and reserved solely for guests staying in this lodge.
Is it pet friendly?
One small dog is welcome at Holly's Hidden Hideaway though pet charges apply. Note that there is an unfenced lake in the grounds so keep that in mind when visiting with a dog.
How many guests can the lodge sleep?
The lodge sleeps 2 guests in the main double bedroom. There is also a double sofa bed in the living and dining room and a travel cot is available on request.
What is the bedroom like?
The bedroom has a 4ft 6in double memory foam bed and a private en-suite with a cubicle shower and heated towel rail. Bed linen and towels are included.
Is there parking at the lodge?
Yes. There is private on-site parking for 2 cars directly at the lodge. No need to park on a road or walk any distance to the property.
What outdoor space does the lodge have?
The lodge has a private back garden with decking, seating and a BBQ. Guests also have shared access to a lake and summerhouse with sun loungers set within the 13-acre grounds.
Can this lodge be booked alongside other lodges on site?
Yes. Holly's Hidden Hideaway can be booked alongside Diesel's Desirable Den, Star's Special Sanctuary and Lottie's Luxurious Lodge. Together the four lodges can accommodate up to 12 guests.
How close is the nearest pub or restaurant?
There is a pub and restaurant within 1 mile of the lodge. Maidstone town centre with a wider range of dining is just 8 miles away and easily reached by car.

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