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Tanner House

Marden, near Tonbridge, Kent
Sleeps 15
Bedrooms 7
Bathrooms 5
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 3
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Luxury
Games / Play facilities
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Decorated for Christmas
Pub nearby
Cot available
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Grade II-listed luxury family farmhouse in quiet rural location
  • Stylishly decorated throughout with rustic charm and period features
  • Large contemporary kitchen and working Aga-style oven, woodburner for cosy evenings in
Property code: OC-BT080

Situated between the quaint Kent villages of Marden and Goudhurst, which boast independent shops, cafes and restaurants along with spectacular views across the Kent Weald, this property is perfect for foodies and walkers alike. The Kent and East Sussex coast is within easy reach and boasts sandy and pebbled beaches, lined with charming seaside towns and villages. Guests can also explore the many historic houses, gardens and vineyards this area has to offer.

A spacious reception hall welcomes you into this beautiful property and offers a cosy space to sit with comfortable chairs, an open fireplace and a round table. To the right is the large kitchen and dining room. With exposed beams, ceiling trusses and pillars throughout, wooden flooring, a central island with bar stools, stylish pendant lighting and slanted ceiling with Velux window, this is a breathtaking space. In the kitchen you will find an original Aga-style oven, separate electric oven, dishwasher, fridge, freezer, Nespresso machine, cafetiere and wine chiller. Once you have finished preparing your meals, the large dining table with pendant lighting provides a meal with a view through the large French windows to the garden. The large family room features comfortable sofas, colourful cushions, a stylish coffee table and woodburner, while a separate formal sitting room, stylish lamps and elegant seating. Four bedrooms can be found on the first floor, one witha super-king-sized bed and three with a king-size one, three of which have en-suite shower or bathrooms while the fourth has access to the spacious bathroom. Bedrooms have been individually decorated in soft tones with antique furniture, elegant lighting and original fireplaces, while the bathrooms feature free-standing baths and wooden floors. Three charming children’s bedrooms are located on the third floor in the eaves of this property, benefiting from exposed brickwork and beams and vaulted ceilings. On this floor there is a bedroom with twin beds, a bedroom with bunk beds, and a further bedroom with three single beds. These bedrooms have access to a second bathroom with overhead shower.

Outside, the patio area beyond the kitchen is a beautiful suntrap for summer BBQs. This gives way to a large lawn bordered by mature shrubs and trees with plenty of space for garden games.

 

  • 7 bedrooms: 1 super king-size bed, 3 king-size beds, 1 bedroom with bunk beds, 1 twin beds, 1 bedroom with three single beds.
  • Suitable for 12 adults and 3 children
  • 5 bathrooms: 3 en-suite bathrooms (2 with bath and separate shower and 1 shower room), 2 family bathrooms (1 with bath only on the second floor and 1 with shower over the bath on the third floor) and separate downstairs WC
  • Induction hob and electric oven, microwave, fridge, freezer, Nespresso machine, cafetiere, wine chiller and dishwasher
  • Utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer and cloakroom
  • 3 High chairs, fixed cot, 2 travel cots and a stair gate available
  • Woodburner
  • Smart TV in the family lounge
  • Wi-Fi available (fibre broadband)
  • Lawned garden, with tree house and trampoline
  • Patio area with furniture and charcoal BBQ
  • Off-street parking
  • Regret no smoking
  • Please note: Dogs are not allowed upstairs
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 3 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Joice Wisdom

This property is personally managed by Joice.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 30 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Glenys 1st June 2026

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A beautiful, spacious home and garden to accommodate a family gathering. Our grandchildren had the most wonderful time exploring and playing outside. They loved the trampoline and it was so nice to have the toys and childrens books. The kitchen has everything you need and the closest supermarket was only 15 mins away. The owner provided detailed Read moreinformation about the house & we appreciated an earlier check in as we had arrived straight from a long haul flight. A very special property and we would thoroughly recommend it. Thankyou. Hide

Reviewed by Christopher 6th May 2026

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This is a fantastic property that suited all of our extensive needs as a mixed group of young and old, plus dogs. The rooms were all very well sized and the grounds were perfect for 5 children and 3 dogs to roam around. The kitchen was well equipped and easily catered to our party of 15. What was most impressive was the setting and how quiet it wRead moreas. Exactly what we were after for a family get together. Hide

Reviewed by Elizabeth 30th April 2026

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A really lovely property with a great garden for children. Everything was as good and spacious as the photographs indicate and it is very well equipped. We had a lovely week. I was concerned by the steep stairs to the first floor and the stepped access to one of the multiple bedded rooms (which we didn't need to use as it turned out) but the childRead moreren and adults using the top floor managed them well. Hide

Reviewed by W J 4th April 2026

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This is a fine old Kent farmhouse, sensitively updated with some nice touches. It was clean, well appointed with ample space for us ( three generations) and represents good value for money. Everyone in our party liked it and expressed the wish to return.

Reviewed by Clare 1st March 2026

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Excellent property, clean, comfortable and plenty of room

Reviewed by Linda 26th February 2026

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This is a beautiful, well appointed house. The treehouse and trampoline are a great plus for younger children. There is pleanty of room for people to cosy up together or some break out space for anyone wanting some chill time.

Reviewed by Malgorzata 27th January 2026

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Amazing house , we had a great time there

Reviewed by Clare 5th December 2025

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What an amazing place. The house was perfect for our family, with plenty of room for everyone to sit around the kitchen table and to socialise altogether in the lounge. The play room was brilliant for the teens. The perfect house - we loved our stay and would like to come back soon.

Reviewed by Carole 26th September 2025

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Reviewed by Susan 29th August 2025

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Amazing home , great location. We celebrated three birthdays and look forward to coming back .

Reviewed by Rosemary 18th July 2025

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Tanner House proved to be the most wonderful house we could have chosen for our rare family gathering, ages spanning 6months to 83 years. The beauty of the house and its location, its spacious indoor and outdoor facilities, a wonderfully equipped kitchen, its games amusements and garden attractions of a trampoline, treehouse, table tennis, all of wRead morehich were especially popular with twin 9year old American boys, were praised by everyone and a wonderful time was had by all! Hide

Reviewed by Keith 4th July 2025

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Excellent cottage and amazing garden with so much for kids (all ages) to do!

Reviewed by Frances 23rd May 2025

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Reviewed by Patricia 16th May 2025

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A very spacious house with a lovely large secluded garden. Our group consisted of 11 adults, 2 teenagers and a 10 year old.

Reviewed by Susan 2nd May 2025

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This is a wonderful property could not want for anything. The whole family are still talking about it. Amazing time and brilliant location as lots to do around the area.

Reviewed by Chris 18th April 2025

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Thoroughly recommend this place. Worked perfectly for us with kids ranging from 70 to 4. Having the space where the kids could play while the adults could relax and still keep an eye on them was excellent

Reviewed by Clive 11th April 2025

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This is a delightful and fascinating house that has been beautifully maintained and very well equipped. We have not hesitated to recommend it to friends and other members of the family. It isn't cheap, but then in our experience cheap places are nothing like this one. For value for money it's at the top of the scale. We are already thinking of retuRead morerning for another family milestone in a couple of years' time. Hide

Reviewed by Janine 21st March 2025

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A wonderful house with a lot of room and character! Comfortable beds and spacious bathrooms. Brilliant for catching up with loved ones, cooking and dining all together. The garden is also wonderful - we were fortunate to get a bit of dry weather so we could explore outside but I'm sure in summer it would be even better to sit outside together. I woRead moreuld book again! Hide

Reviewed by Maria 7th March 2025

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Comfortable beds in a beautiful old house loved the long dining table - enough space to sit the whole family round for meals. We had amazing weather so luckily we were outdoors all day, the tree house and trampoline for the children went down a treat.

Reviewed by Anthony 14th February 2025

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A beautiful well equipped house in beautiful countryside. Elegantly proportioned bedrooms with comfortable beds. 2 receptions plus a large entrance hall, all with log burners. Huge kitchen / dining room with table to seat 12 comfortably. Nice gardens with tree house, trampoline and fire pit. Plenty of car parking.

Reviewed by Anonymous 24th January 2025

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We had a fabulous birthday weekend with friends, perfect property for big families. Beds really comfy, very clean, really well equipped and lovely furnishings. The children all appreciated the big garden.

Reviewed by Charlie 3rd January 2025

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Overall a comfotable, well equipped and beautiful farmhouse.

Reviewed by Roger 18th October 2024

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Our family of 12 aged from 9 to 76 had a fantastic weekend at Tanner House. It is spacious and well equipped and the Games Room was really appreciated by the kids.

Reviewed by Doreen 27th September 2024

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Our stay at Tanner House was perfect. The house had a lovely relaxed atmosphere, it felt warm and inviting with plenty of room for the thirteen of us to spread out. There was no problem keeping the children amused both inside and out in the beautifully kept grounds. Everywhere was spotlessly clean and very well equipped, the best I have come acrossRead more. There is also plenty to do in the surrounding area. I spoke to both owners who were very friendly and helpful. Thank you for a wonderful stay. Hide

Reviewed by Jane 30th August 2024

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Absolutely first rate weekend - the house is stunning, amazingly stylish and well equipped - gardens perfect for 5 children to exhaust themselves, the trampoline and treehouse both massive successes. Couldnt better the whole weekend tbh. We celebrated our Ruby wedding in grand style and loved every minute. We are already thinking of another date toRead more revisit! Hide

Reviewed by Andrew 23rd August 2024

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A beautiful house and location, perfect for a large family getaway. We had 8 adults and 8 children ranging from 1 Yr to 12 years - everyone found plenty to do in a very safe and quiet place. The house is thoughtfully decorated and laid out with not only a great games room but also plenty of quiet places for those that need to be away from noisy graRead morendchildren :) If you want the perfect retreat, then I can't recommend highly enough - well worth the expense. Hide

Reviewed by Alan 9th August 2024

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Reviewed by Harry 26th July 2024

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Wonderful spot for a 3 generation holiday. Peaceful, comfortable, well equipped , plenty of space inside and out, 4 children had a blast playing in the garden, grandparents relished the comfort, parents were able to combine WFH and having fun. Natalie the housekeeper is a gem, house immaculate on arrival. Owner responded promptly and effectively toRead more the one issue we had. Good options for family days out nearby. We had a lovely, memorable week. Thank you! Hide

Reviewed by Noel 12th July 2024

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Wow! C'est magnifique! Tanner House and especially the gardens are spectacular! Thank you for a wonderful week.

Reviewed by Abbey 5th July 2024

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Tanner House was just stunning. As we arrived it took our breath away. The grounds and the trees were so beautiful . A real mix of modern and country! Every room was comfortable, we all slept so well. 100% will book again.

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Bramley & Teal is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.