Welcome to your home-from-home
Barnfield House Kent is a family home that will make you feel welcome the minute you step inside the front door
Set in two-acre gardens with glorious views over the Kent countryside, Barnfield House offers a wonderful escape in the High Weald, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Our spacious and elegantly furnished country home is ideal for multi-generational families and groups of friends who wish to enjoy time together in beautiful surroundings. With five bedrooms, four bathrooms, multiple living and dining areas and extensive gardens, there’s lots of space for up to ten people (plus two infants) to stay in style and comfort.
Explore the area
Many attractions to explore, experiences to relish and activities to enjoy
Barnfield House sits on the Kent and East Sussex border in the historic High Weald village of Hawkhurst. There is so much to see and do within easy striking distance. Discover medieval castles and intriguing museums, world-famous gardens and miles of beaches, award-winning vineyards and wildlife parks, traditional pubs and Michelin-worthy restaurants, walking trails and outdoor pursuits.
Ready to stay at Barnfield House Kent?
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🏖 THE ENGLISH SEASIDE 🏖
With miles of golden sand and safe swimming in the sea shallows, Dymchurch Beach is a surefire hit with families. Though busy in the summer months, out of season you can often have the beach almost to yourself — even on a sunny Spring Sunday ☀️😎
💛 There are wonderful beaches within easy reach of Barnfield House…you can be on Camber Sands in 30 minutes, Dymchurch and St Mary's Bay in under an hour.
⭐️ With beaches like this, it's perhaps no surprise that Kent's coastline makes the cut in Lonely Planet's ‘Best in Travel 2022’ list of 10 hottest regions to visit this year — in 4th place and the only UK destination to be included.
✅ Do tag a friend who needs a holiday, and check our availability — 🔗 link in bio
Oh the bliss of early evening sun, clear blue sky and birdsong… and the beauty of the High Weald AONB!
This is the view our guests enjoy from the deck (and most rooms too). and it could be yours to enjoy for a weekend or a week.
Follow the 🔗 link in the bio to find out more and check availability.
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#visitkent #visitsoutheastengland #visitengland #seisbest #pocketofmyhome
#countryliving #myviewtoday #myviewrightnow #mygardentoday #staycationuk
BLUEBELLS without leaving home?
There are so many fabulous woods close to Barnfield House, plus famous estates such as @holeparkgarden @scotneycastle_nt and @sissinghurstcastlegardennt
Even in our garden, they are putting on a fabulous show this year…in the shade of the mighty oaks on the steep banks of the pond and, here, circling the trunk of an oak felled by a storm years ago.
Want to experience Spring at Barnfield House with family and frienfs? Click the link in our bio to our direct booking website, or DM me for details.
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#myviewtoday #inmygardentoday #bluebells #bluebellseason #springflowers #ukhiddengems #igerskent #visitkent #mygardenismyhappyplace #mygardenlife #myhouseandhome #staycationuk #pocketofmyhome #slowandsimedays #smallmomentsofcalm #ibstaflowers #herecomesspring
It's not much that can draw attention away from Scotney Castle….but the Rhododendrons are in competitive mood!
Rhodos seem to elicit strong and polarised opinions…are they the Marmite of the floral world? Are you a fan?
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#Scotneycastle #nationaltrustuk #natureismytherapy #seisbest #visitkent #gardenofengland #lovekent #englishgarden #springflowers #springtime #greatbritishgardens #castlegarden #castlesuk #prettylittletrips #enjoytheoutdoors #littlepiecesofbritain #smallmomentsofcalm
🦋A magical day at Sissinghurst 🌺
🌼 Kids of all ages love exploring the extensive gardens at Sissinghurst Castle Garden, as well as climbing the 78 steps of the Elizabethan Tower — the Rapunzel tower according to this little one.
🦄 What's your idea of a perfect day out with toddlers?
☀️ The Pantiles in sunshine ☀️
Visitors have flocked to this corner of Kent for over 400 years, ever since the chance discovery in 1606 of a spring rich in mineral deposits. The Chalybeate Spring attracted royalty and gentry keen on taking the spa waters for their healing qualities….and gradually the historic spa town of Royal Tunbridge Wells was built around it.
The Pantiles dates from the 18th Century, and was THE place to be seen in Georgian England. At the time the Upper Walk was the exclusive domain of the gentry, and everyone else was restricted to the Lower Walk…everyone in their place!
Today the Pantiles is still the top attraction in Tunbridge Wells — a perfect slice of Georgian history just 13 miles from Barnfield House. The colonnaded walkway and the extraordinary 19th and 19th Century buildings house an eclectic collection of restaurants, cafes, independent shops, and galleries. On a Spring day it is delightful to sit in the sunshine enjoying a coffee or glass of wine with friends. And there is always another reason to return, thanks to a creative programme of events — e.g. the Pantiles Food Festival (14th and 15th May) and Jazz evenings every Thursday.
💧And if you're lucky, you can still enjoy the Chalybeate Spring waters dispensed by a costumed Bath House 'dipper'.
✅ Save this post for your next trip to Kent!
@officialvisittunbridgewells
@visitkent
@visit_south_east_england
#thepantiles #lovekent #tunbridgewells #visitkent #southeastengland #littlepiecesofbritain #capturingbritain #visitengland #thisprettyengland #travelengland #exploreobserveshare #prettylittletrips #daysoutinkent #staycationuk
🌷SISSINGHURST IN SPRING 🌺
"There is such a sense of urgency in the garden at this time of year. Nature is in charge and won't relinquish its grip for several months." This message from head gardener Troy Scott Smith greeted visitors to Sissinghurst Castle Garden this weekend. I love his blackboard description of coaxing and cajoling the garden into controlled exuberance!
The world-renowned garden is top of the 'Not To Be Missed' list for many of our guests — it's just 7 miles from Barnfield House, and one of many fabulous @nationaltrust estates in the area. Have you visited Sissinghurst? And do you have a favourite National Trust place to recommend?
Do you have a favourite National Trust property? Please do share in the comments below
💡Aren't collectable ceramics by local artists the perfect souvenirs of your holiday? 💡
I was delighted to come across some fabulous Kent-based artists exhibiting at @potfest.co.uk — a three-day ceramics market held this past weekend in the grounds of @glyndeplace near Lewes in East Sussex.
Helen Rondell's raku fired pieces are stunning both in shape and surface pattern. "I find Raku an exciting way of firing, and I feel that it makes each piece quite individual, as the ‘cracks’ have a life of their own." Such exciting creations!
@helenrondell
(Photos 1 & 2)
I also loved the bold black and white sgraffito pieces by Vicky Hageman as well as her pink and green collections. "I make pots for everyday use" she says. "The pieces are fine, yet robust enough to be held, filled, drunk out of and eaten from. Nothing gives me more pleasure than to see my pieces become part of everyday living in other’s homes. "
@vichageman
(Photos 3, 4, 5)
Hand crafted ceramics are the most wonderful mementos of special trips. e.g. there's a beautiful bowl I hand-carried back from Uluru in Australia's Northern Territories —you'll find it in the drawing room at Barnfield House. So any piece by Helen or Vicky would be a wonderful way to remember your holiday in Kent.
🎁 What kind of souvenir do you bring back home with you?
⬇️ Do drop a comment below
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#supportlocal #lovelocal #localartistsupport #kentartists #kentmakers #visitkent @visitkent
💡🌟⏩5 COMPELLING REASONS TO VISIT FLIMWELL PARK
Did you catch BBC Country file's report on Flimwell Park last month? This architecturally inspiring eco-friendly mixed-use woodland centre is just two miles from Barnfield House. Among the residents of this fascinating collection of two-storey timber towers on stilts are a few of particular interest to our guests:
@birchwood_sussex
🍽️Delight in all-day breakfast and lunch created with local, seasonal and wild ingredients by Green Michelin starred chef Will Devlin of The Smallholding fame.
@wildiris.spa
🌺Reenergise with top-to-toe restorative wellbeing treatments and therapies in a gloriously tranquil treetop setting
@the.potters.studio
👩🎨Join pottery classes or take a short-term membership to practice your hand-building and throwing skills
@quenchcycles
🚲Hire a mountain bike from this award-willing bike hire, servicing and repair specialist
@wealdatheartforestschool 🌲Connect the kids to nature with learner-led sessions, story-telling, woodland crafts etc
Food. Wellbeing. Creativity. Exercise. Play. Which would you chose first?
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#seisbest #artinnature #highweald #flimwellpark #bestplacestogo #rurallife #littlepiecesofbritain #ecofriendly #countryliving #potterystudio #smallmomentsofcalm #visitsussex #visitengland
The quintessential medieval castle – and just 10 minutes from Barnfield House! The Easter school holiday is a fun time to visit Bodiam Castle with little ones, who can follow nature trails and earn a chocolate egg at the end.
@bodiamcastlent
🕵️Easter egg hunts
🏹Archery
🏰 Medieval armour display
👑 Craft workshop to decorate a shield or crown
🐉Storytelling
Bodiam Castle is one of many gems in the @southeastnt portfolio within easy reach of our holiday rental. Check out the Easter activities in these three a 15 minute drive away:
@scotneycastle_nt
@batemansnt
@sissinghurstcastlegardennt
☑️ Have you visited any of these @nationaltrust places? do you have a favourite to recommend?
🏖 THE ENGLISH SEASIDE 🏖
With miles of golden sand and safe swimming in the sea shallows, Dymchurch Beach is a surefire hit with families. Though busy in the summer months, out of season you can often have the beach almost to yourself — even on a sunny Spring Sunday ☀️😎
💛 There are wonderful beaches within easy reach of Barnfield House…you can be on Camber Sands in 30 minutes, Dymchurch and St Mary's Bay in under an hour.
⭐️ With beaches like this, it's perhaps no surprise that Kent's coastline makes the cut in Lonely Planet's ‘Best in Travel 2022’ list of 10 hottest regions to visit this year — in 4th place and the only UK destination to be included.
✅ Do tag a friend who needs a holiday, and check our availability — 🔗 link in bio
Oh the bliss of early evening sun, clear blue sky and birdsong… and the beauty of the High Weald AONB!
This is the view our guests enjoy from the deck (and most rooms too). and it could be yours to enjoy for a weekend or a week.
Follow the 🔗 link in the bio to find out more and check availability.
.
.
.
.
.
.
#visitkent #visitsoutheastengland #visitengland #seisbest #pocketofmyhome
#countryliving #myviewtoday #myviewrightnow #mygardentoday #staycationuk
BLUEBELLS without leaving home?
There are so many fabulous woods close to Barnfield House, plus famous estates such as @holeparkgarden @scotneycastle_nt and @sissinghurstcastlegardennt
Even in our garden, they are putting on a fabulous show this year…in the shade of the mighty oaks on the steep banks of the pond and, here, circling the trunk of an oak felled by a storm years ago.
Want to experience Spring at Barnfield House with family and frienfs? Click the link in our bio to our direct booking website, or DM me for details.
.
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#myviewtoday #inmygardentoday #bluebells #bluebellseason #springflowers #ukhiddengems #igerskent #visitkent #mygardenismyhappyplace #mygardenlife #myhouseandhome #staycationuk #pocketofmyhome #slowandsimedays #smallmomentsofcalm #ibstaflowers #herecomesspring
It's not much that can draw attention away from Scotney Castle….but the Rhododendrons are in competitive mood!
Rhodos seem to elicit strong and polarised opinions…are they the Marmite of the floral world? Are you a fan?
.
.
.
.
.
.
#Scotneycastle #nationaltrustuk #natureismytherapy #seisbest #visitkent #gardenofengland #lovekent #englishgarden #springflowers #springtime #greatbritishgardens #castlegarden #castlesuk #prettylittletrips #enjoytheoutdoors #littlepiecesofbritain #smallmomentsofcalm
🦋A magical day at Sissinghurst 🌺
🌼 Kids of all ages love exploring the extensive gardens at Sissinghurst Castle Garden, as well as climbing the 78 steps of the Elizabethan Tower — the Rapunzel tower according to this little one.
🦄 What's your idea of a perfect day out with toddlers?
☀️ The Pantiles in sunshine ☀️
Visitors have flocked to this corner of Kent for over 400 years, ever since the chance discovery in 1606 of a spring rich in mineral deposits. The Chalybeate Spring attracted royalty and gentry keen on taking the spa waters for their healing qualities….and gradually the historic spa town of Royal Tunbridge Wells was built around it.
The Pantiles dates from the 18th Century, and was THE place to be seen in Georgian England. At the time the Upper Walk was the exclusive domain of the gentry, and everyone else was restricted to the Lower Walk…everyone in their place!
Today the Pantiles is still the top attraction in Tunbridge Wells — a perfect slice of Georgian history just 13 miles from Barnfield House. The colonnaded walkway and the extraordinary 19th and 19th Century buildings house an eclectic collection of restaurants, cafes, independent shops, and galleries. On a Spring day it is delightful to sit in the sunshine enjoying a coffee or glass of wine with friends. And there is always another reason to return, thanks to a creative programme of events — e.g. the Pantiles Food Festival (14th and 15th May) and Jazz evenings every Thursday.
💧And if you're lucky, you can still enjoy the Chalybeate Spring waters dispensed by a costumed Bath House 'dipper'.
✅ Save this post for your next trip to Kent!
@officialvisittunbridgewells
@visitkent
@visit_south_east_england
#thepantiles #lovekent #tunbridgewells #visitkent #southeastengland #littlepiecesofbritain #capturingbritain #visitengland #thisprettyengland #travelengland #exploreobserveshare #prettylittletrips #daysoutinkent #staycationuk
🌷SISSINGHURST IN SPRING 🌺
"There is such a sense of urgency in the garden at this time of year. Nature is in charge and won't relinquish its grip for several months." This message from head gardener Troy Scott Smith greeted visitors to Sissinghurst Castle Garden this weekend. I love his blackboard description of coaxing and cajoling the garden into controlled exuberance!
The world-renowned garden is top of the 'Not To Be Missed' list for many of our guests — it's just 7 miles from Barnfield House, and one of many fabulous @nationaltrust estates in the area. Have you visited Sissinghurst? And do you have a favourite National Trust place to recommend?
Do you have a favourite National Trust property? Please do share in the comments below
💡Aren't collectable ceramics by local artists the perfect souvenirs of your holiday? 💡
I was delighted to come across some fabulous Kent-based artists exhibiting at @potfest.co.uk — a three-day ceramics market held this past weekend in the grounds of @glyndeplace near Lewes in East Sussex.
Helen Rondell's raku fired pieces are stunning both in shape and surface pattern. "I find Raku an exciting way of firing, and I feel that it makes each piece quite individual, as the ‘cracks’ have a life of their own." Such exciting creations!
@helenrondell
(Photos 1 & 2)
I also loved the bold black and white sgraffito pieces by Vicky Hageman as well as her pink and green collections. "I make pots for everyday use" she says. "The pieces are fine, yet robust enough to be held, filled, drunk out of and eaten from. Nothing gives me more pleasure than to see my pieces become part of everyday living in other’s homes. "
@vichageman
(Photos 3, 4, 5)
Hand crafted ceramics are the most wonderful mementos of special trips. e.g. there's a beautiful bowl I hand-carried back from Uluru in Australia's Northern Territories —you'll find it in the drawing room at Barnfield House. So any piece by Helen or Vicky would be a wonderful way to remember your holiday in Kent.
🎁 What kind of souvenir do you bring back home with you?
⬇️ Do drop a comment below
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.
.
.
.
.
#supportlocal #lovelocal #localartistsupport #kentartists #kentmakers #visitkent @visitkent
💡🌟⏩5 COMPELLING REASONS TO VISIT FLIMWELL PARK
Did you catch BBC Country file's report on Flimwell Park last month? This architecturally inspiring eco-friendly mixed-use woodland centre is just two miles from Barnfield House. Among the residents of this fascinating collection of two-storey timber towers on stilts are a few of particular interest to our guests:
@birchwood_sussex
🍽️Delight in all-day breakfast and lunch created with local, seasonal and wild ingredients by Green Michelin starred chef Will Devlin of The Smallholding fame.
@wildiris.spa
🌺Reenergise with top-to-toe restorative wellbeing treatments and therapies in a gloriously tranquil treetop setting
@the.potters.studio
👩🎨Join pottery classes or take a short-term membership to practice your hand-building and throwing skills
@quenchcycles
🚲Hire a mountain bike from this award-willing bike hire, servicing and repair specialist
@wealdatheartforestschool 🌲Connect the kids to nature with learner-led sessions, story-telling, woodland crafts etc
Food. Wellbeing. Creativity. Exercise. Play. Which would you chose first?
.
.
.
.
.
.
#seisbest #artinnature #highweald #flimwellpark #bestplacestogo #rurallife #littlepiecesofbritain #ecofriendly #countryliving #potterystudio #smallmomentsofcalm #visitsussex #visitengland
The quintessential medieval castle – and just 10 minutes from Barnfield House! The Easter school holiday is a fun time to visit Bodiam Castle with little ones, who can follow nature trails and earn a chocolate egg at the end.
@bodiamcastlent
🕵️Easter egg hunts
🏹Archery
🏰 Medieval armour display
👑 Craft workshop to decorate a shield or crown
🐉Storytelling
Bodiam Castle is one of many gems in the @southeastnt portfolio within easy reach of our holiday rental. Check out the Easter activities in these three a 15 minute drive away:
@scotneycastle_nt
@batemansnt
@sissinghurstcastlegardennt
☑️ Have you visited any of these @nationaltrust places? do you have a favourite to recommend?