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Kent, Surrey and Sussex

The exterior of Priest's House, Kent
The exterior of Priest's House, Kent | © National Trust/Mike Henton

Stay here for the hazy meadows of the South Downs and the iconic White Cliffs. It's also home to fairy-tale castles, Tudor villages and the home of Winston Churchill.

Featured cottages

Woodlands Cottage, Sussex

Recently refurbished - Woodlands Cottage 

This gamekeeper’s cottage is surrounded by woodland on the Nymans estate. It's perfectly placed for walking, cycling, bird and wildlife watching, with paths leading through the woodland to a lake, cascades, sandstone outcrops and giant redwood trees. There's also a café, shop, plant centre and small gallery. There's a natural play area and in school holidays, you'll find many family-friendly things to do. Dog friendly sleeps four.

The sitting room at Chodds Farmhouse, West Sussex

Chodds Farmhouse, near Woodlands Cottage 

This inviting farmhouse is just a 10-minute walk from Woodlands Cottage, on the main road in the lovely village of Handcross close to the Nymans estate. Dog friendly. Sleeps six.

The exterior of Scotney West Lodge, Kent

Scotney West Lodge, on the Scotney Castle estate 

This classic cottage is at the entrance to the beautiful wooded estate at Scotney Castle, The estate is home to a 14th-century moated castle, Victorian country mansion and romantic garden. You’ll have free entry during your stay, during opening hours. Dog friendly. Sleeps four.

Large and neighbouring cottages

The exterior of Emley Farmhouse, Surrey

Emley Farmhouse 

This charming rural retreat is on the fringes of the South Downs. There are lots of clues to its past, including the bake room and its glass-topped well. The two large sitting rooms and dining rooms have woodburners, for cosy evenings after days enjoying the surrounding walking trails, through shady woods or across open heathland. Dog friendly. Sleeps 10.

The sitting room at 1 Bagden Farm Cottage, Surrey

1 and 2 Bagden Farm Cottage - Neighbouring modern barns with views to the Surrey hills 

1 Bagden Farm Cottage is a warm and welcoming retreat surrounded by countryside. Dog friendly. Sleeps six

The exterior of 2 Bagden Farm Cottage, Surrey

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2 Bagden Farm Cottage has one downstairs bedroom and bathroom. Dog friendly. Sleeps six.

Camping in Kent

Oldbury Hill Campsite, Kent

Oldbury Hill Campsite 

Welcoming tents, campervans, caravans and motorhomes, Oldbury Hill Campsite offers a relaxing and easy getaway in a Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Explore the neighbouring woods and hill fort, or walk a little further to Ightham Mote’s 14th-century moated manor house, gardens and estate. You’ll have free entry here during your stay as well as at all other National Trust places.

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The exterior of Yew Tree Barn, Surrey

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These cottages are in great spots for a dog-friendly holiday, with local walks through forests and countryside. You and your dog will be spoiled for choice. Image: Yew Tree Barn

The exterior of Polesden Garden Cottage at night, Surrey

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There are two cottages in National Trust gardens in Kent, Surrey and Sussex - Priest's House at Sissinghurst and Polesden Garden Cottage (pictured) at Polesden Lacey. Find other cottages near National Trust gardens.

The exterior of 2 Heathland Cottages, Dorset

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Explore neighbouring regions, like Dorset with the Purbeck Hills and Jurassic Coast. Image: 2 Heathland Cottages

The first double bedroom at The Slipway, Croyde, Devon

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