
Saddlers Cottage is a single-storey, ground floor cottage at Old Chalksole Cottages on the outskirts of Alkham village in Kent. Rated 5 out of 5 and awarded Customers' Choice every year from 2019 to 2026. It sleeps 2 guests and is set in the Kent countryside just 4 miles from the coast. The cottage is decorated and furnished to a good standard throughout.
Alkham sits in a quiet valley in Kent with walks and cycling routes right on the doorstep. The White Cliffs coast is under 5 miles away. Canterbury is a short drive north. Dover ferry port gives you a direct route to France.
Saddlers Cottage is a single-storey, ground floor cottage at Old Chalksole Cottages on the outskirts of Alkham village in Kent. Rated 5 out of 5 and awarded Customers' Choice every year from 2019 to 2026. It sleeps 2 guests and is set in the Kent countryside just 4 miles from the coast. The cottage is decorated and furnished to a good standard throughout.
Alkham sits in a quiet valley in Kent with walks and cycling routes right on the doorstep. The White Cliffs coast is under 5 miles away. Canterbury is a short drive north. Dover ferry port gives you a direct route to France. This is a genuinely well-placed base for exploring East Kent.
The cottage has a private hot tub available all year round. Inside you get a king-size 5ft bed with ensuite walk-in shower. The living room has a Freeview TV and DVD player. The kitchen has an electric cooker, microwave, fridge and washing machine. Oil underfloor heating throughout. WiFi, bed linen and towels all included.
Dover Castle is 6 miles away (12 mins). Canterbury Cathedral is 14 miles (25 mins). Viking Bay in Broadstairs is 22 miles (35 mins). Deal promenade is 10 miles (20 mins).
Saddlers Cottage is ideal for couples wanting a quiet countryside base with coast, history and France all within easy reach. One pet stays free of charge.
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Clear sky
Updated: 28 Aug 2026, 2:51am
Trail 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)
Trail Cottage sits in a peaceful Kent setting, perfect for a relaxing hot tub getaway.
Latitude: 51.1468470ยฐ N | Longitude: 1.217741ยฐ W
Today's sun times for Alkham (Friday, 28 August 2026):
5:00am
Sunrise
5:52pm
Golden Hour
6:52pm
Sunset
This month in Alkham, you have approximately 13.86 hours of daylight. The long summer days mean extended evening activities before the hot tub beckons.
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Signal Strength
Good
Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.
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Discover why our guests keep coming back to Saddlers Cottage
A private hot tub available all year round right in your enclosed garden. Perfect for evenings after a day exploring Kent.
Customers' Choice award winner every year from 2019 to 2026 with a consistent 5 out of 5 overall rating from guests.
A small enclosed lawned garden with patio, garden furniture and a barbecue. Private and secure with parking for two cars on site.
One pet is welcome at no extra charge. Ideal for guests who want to bring their dog on a Kent countryside break.
Oil underfloor central heating throughout the cottage with electricity included in the cost. Warm and comfortable year round.
Dover Castle, Canterbury, Deal and Broadstairs are all within 35 minutes. France is reachable by ferry or Channel Tunnel from nearby.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
To reach Saddlers Cottage by car, head for Alkham village in Kent using postcode CT15 7ED. The cottage is on the outskirts of the village and has private on-site parking for two cars.
The nearest train stations are Kearsney and Folkestone Central, both within approximately 6 miles of the cottage. From either station a taxi will take you directly to Alkham.
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