insideKENT Magazine Issue 106 - February 2021 | Page 25

A ROOM WITH

IN ASSOCIATION WITH

KENTSTAYCATION
A ROOM WITH

A VIEW

BY ASHLEIGH BRITTEN
BOOKING AN ESCAPE , ANY ESCAPE , RIGHT NOW IS TOP OF MANY A WISH LIST . COMBINED WITH A CONTINUED COMMITMENT TO STAYING LOCAL AND EXPLORING MORE OF THE WONDERS ON OUR OWN DOORSTEP , A KENT STAYCATION WITH A DIFFERENCE SHOULD BE TOP OF YOUR POST-LOCKDOWN TO DO LIST . FROM GRAND COUNTRY HOMES AND PICTURESQUE CASTLES TO UNIQUE BOLTHOLES AND BOUTIQUE COASTAL RETREATS , KENT OFFERS AN ABUNDANCE OF PLACES TO STAY THAT PAY TRIBUTE TO IT ’ S SPECTACULAR SCENERY , BEAUTIFUL ROLLING COUNTRYSIDE , STUNNING COASTLINES , AND HISTORIAL GEMS . SO WHAT BETTER WAY TO EXPERIENCE THEM , THAN FROM A ROOM WITH THE ULTIMATE VIEW …
ELMLEY NATURE RESERVE
Elmley Nature Reserve , Isle of Sheppey
3,300 acres of vast wilderness make up the Elmley Nature reserve , there ’ s no surprise it ’ s one of Kent ’ s favourite destinations to escape to . Just under an hour away from London , the reserve is situated on a family-run farm and is renowned for its stylish shepherd huts and log cabins that look out across the spectacular landscape . A popular spot for photographers and artists alike , it is bursting with wildlife ; magnificent birds of prey soar above , hares bound across the fields and in the summer insects and bees explore the wildflower meadows . The wealth of luxury accommodation at Elmley really does match its surroundings .
Choose from the stunningly renovated Farmhouse with it ’ s charming character , perfect for families or group bookings , or book in advance to experience one of the famous shepherd huts . You can get even closer to nature in one of the traditional bell tents , sleeping up to 5 people . Experience an extraordinary setting ; peaceful , tranquil Elmley is the perfect place to escape , and has some of the best views in Kent .
www . elmleynaturereserve . co . uk elmleynature
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