Horne's Place Oast and Barn

Large, characterful group retreat in Kent with peaceful private pond, indoor heated pool, hot tub, games room and abundant social space.

  • Sleeps 25
  • 10
  • 8
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Highlights

  • This superb Kent retreat sleeps up to 25 guests across 10 bedrooms in a beautifully converted oast house with a private indoor swimming pool.
  • Enjoy a peaceful setting by a private pond from the comfort of the pond-side deck, which features an alfresco dining table for 25.
  • Head to the separate patio which has abundant seating for sundowners.
  • Outdoor amenities include a wood-fired pizza oven, built-in BBQ, summer-only hot tub, children’s play area and rowing boat for use on the pond.
  • Your own private indoor heated swimming pool in its own poolhouse with deck chairs and private hot tub for relaxing soaks.
  • The spacious kitchen is superbly equipped for whipping up a feast and the dining table sets the scene for grand social dinners.
  • Cosy sitting room with inglenook fire and Sky TV, plus a large lounge with projector, log burner and adjoining Games Room.
  • Fantastic local attractions including Gusbourne Vineyard, country walks, Appledore village, Rare Breeds Centre, sandy beaches and heritage railways.
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You should know

  • The owners can put you in touch with caterers and private chefs for anything from a barbecue or buffet to a sit-down three course meal.
  • This is a family-friendly property. Hen and stag parties are not allowed and all-adult groups are strictly limited and must be discussed before booking.
  • This is a dog-friendly stay.
  • The outdoor hot tub is only available to use between April and September.
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The details

This gorgeous boutique getaway is perfect for your next big group trip to Kent. Sleeping 25 guests across 10 bedrooms, this beautifully converted oast house boasts its own private indoor swimming pool and plenty of space for you and your loved ones to spread out and unwind.

The pond-side deck is a superb place to relax on arrival with a bottle of bubbles, while a huge alfresco dining table sets the scene for feasts in warm weather. A separate patio with abundant seating is ideal for sundowners.

You’ll also find a wood-fired pizza oven, built-in BBQ, and, between April and September, a summer-only outdoor hot tub. Children are well catered for with a dedicated play area featuring picnic benches, play equipment and table tennis. For extra fun, take to the pond in a rowing boat.

Indoors, the heated pool sits in its own poolhouse with deck chairs and a private hot tub for indulgent soaks. In the main building, the kitchen makes group meals a joy with three ovens, two six-ring hobs, a microwave, double American-style fridge, freezer and washer-dryer. A breakfast bar and huge dining table for 25, with bi-folding doors to the garden, complete the space.

After dinner, retreat to the snug sitting room with inglenook fire, and Sky TV, or enjoy the generous lounge with big screen, projector, log burner and more garden access. Just off the living room, the Games Room offers pool, table football and its own WC.

The property provides 10 bedrooms suited to families, couples and friends. Sleeping arrangements include a mix of super-king, double, twin, single and bunk beds, with several rooms featuring ensuite showers or wet rooms. Many are family-friendly with multiple beds, while a ground-floor accessible room ensures inclusivity—perfect for large gatherings.

Nearby, enjoy country walks, wine tasting at Gusbourne Vineyard, or longer routes along the Saxon Shore Way to traditional pubs. The charming village of Appledore offers a church, antiques shop and tearooms, while Tenterden and Rye provide history and shopping. Families will love the Rare Breeds Centre in Woodchurch, while beaches await at Camber Sands, Dymchurch and Hythe. For a nostalgic trip, hop aboard the Kent & East Sussex Railway or Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway to soak up the region’s beauty.

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