
Horseshoe Cottage is a single-storey, two-bedroom cottage at Old Chalksole Cottages on the edge of Alkham village in Kent. It sleeps four guests across two king-size ensuite bedrooms and has won the Customers' Choice award five times. The cottage is decorated and furnished to a good standard with oil underfloor heating throughout.
Alkham sits in the Kent countryside with the coast just four miles away. A pub is less than a mile on foot. Cycling routes run through the area and there's on-site cycle storage. The enclosed lawned garden has a patio, barbecue and furniture. A private hot tub is included.
Both bedrooms have king-size beds with walk-in shower ensuites. The living room has a woodburning stove, Freeview TV and DVD player.
Horseshoe Cottage is a single-storey, two-bedroom cottage at Old Chalksole Cottages on the edge of Alkham village in Kent. It sleeps four guests across two king-size ensuite bedrooms and has won the Customers' Choice award five times. The cottage is decorated and furnished to a good standard with oil underfloor heating throughout.
Alkham sits in the Kent countryside with the coast just four miles away. A pub is less than a mile on foot. Cycling routes run through the area and there's on-site cycle storage. The enclosed lawned garden has a patio, barbecue and furniture. A private hot tub is included.
Both bedrooms have king-size beds with walk-in shower ensuites. The living room has a woodburning stove, Freeview TV and DVD player. The kitchen has an electric cooker, microwave, fridge and dishwasher. Wi-Fi, bed linen, towels and fuel for the woodburner are all included.
Dover Castle is under six miles away (12 mins). Canterbury Cathedral is 18 miles (30 mins). Deal promenade is 12 miles (20 mins). Viking Bay in Broadstairs is 22 miles (35 mins).
Horseshoe Cottage suits couples, families and pet owners two pets stay free. Book all three Old Chalksole Cottages together to host up to 10 guests.
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Alkham, Kent15°C
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Updated: 16 Oct 2026, 3:52am
Bridge Cottage is located in one of England's darkest sky areas, making it exceptional for stargazing from the hot tub.
The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):
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.
137m
(449 feet above sea level)
Bridge Cottage sits in a peaceful Kent setting, perfect for a relaxing hot tub getaway.
Latitude: 51.1468470° N | Longitude: 1.217741° W
Today's sun times for Alkham (Friday, 16 October 2026):
6:18am
Sunrise
4:02pm
Golden Hour
5:02pm
Sunset
This month in Alkham, you have approximately 10.73 hours of daylight. The shortening days create the perfect excuse for earlier hot tub sessions.
Everything you need to know before you arrive at Bridge Cottage.
Signal Strength
Good
Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.
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Rother Valley Brewing Company
Micro · Rye
The Three Legs Brewing Co
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Discover why our guests keep coming back to Horseshoe Cottage
The cottage has its own private hot tub in the enclosed garden perfect for evenings after a day exploring the Kent coast.
Both king-size bedrooms have their own walk-in shower ensuites giving every guest their own private space and bathroom.
The living room woodburner creates a cosy focal point and fuel is included in the cost of your stay at no extra charge.
Up to two pets are welcome at no extra charge making this a great base for dog owners exploring the Kent countryside.
The small enclosed lawned garden has a patio, garden furniture and a barbecue ideal for outdoor dining in the warmer months.
Horseshoe Cottage has earned the Customers' Choice award multiple times reflecting consistently high guest satisfaction and a five-star overall rating.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
To reach Horseshoe Cottage by car, head into Alkham village via the B2060 from Dover or the A260 from Folkestone. The cottage is part of Old Chalksole Cottages on the edge of the village with private on-site parking for two cars.
The nearest railway stations are Dover Priory and Folkestone Central, both around six miles from Alkham. From either station a taxi or hire car is the most practical way to reach the cottage.
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