The Tower House Tenterden

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Relax in the agreeable Georgian home of Pippa and Mike Carter. With Sissinghurst Castle and the Garden Coast just a short ride away, this is a ideal base to discover the pleasure of Kent & East Sussex. Built in 1750, this Georgian cottage is fronted with the mathematical tiles that are particular to this region. The outstanding stronghold was added in 1904 for its French owner as an antidote to her pangs of homesickness for her native France. This french influence features inspired Pippa's creative fashion and able to be found throughout the idyllic Georgian apartments. New renovations to the cottage uncovered a time capsule hidden in the wall which gives a enjoyable insight into the prior custodians. Our visitor apartments are attractively equipped, crisp white linens, crunchy quilt covers, old bedsteads and quality matresses with seriously refreshing showers complimented by piles of fluffy white towels. Then unravel in the delightful lonely park, personally walled. The imposing gazebo provides the ideal escape for a summer's evening. All apartments comprise Television, complimentary tea & coffee tray and self-sufficient WiFi. Safe gated car parking accessible for visitors with vehicles. Breakfast is catered in the sunny Georgian breakfast room on vintage china from Pippa's range. Ready on a conventional Aga using local ingredients. A carte menu reflecting the seasons proposes an amiable choice of creamy, jumbo porridge oats on a cold & frosty morning to a cool summer months fresh fruit salad. Recently baked breads bought from the local bakery every day in the morning compliment the homemade preserves and very proper coffee.