KENTSTAYCATION
RESTAURANTS WITH ROOMS
WAS THERE EVER A MORE PERFECT COMBINATION THAN A RESTAURANT WITH COMFY ROOMS UPSTAIRS WHERE SATISFIED DINERS CAN RETIRE TO FOR A GLORIOUS POST- FEAST SLUMBER ? FROM MICHELIN-STARRED EATERIES TO TRADITIONAL INNS , HERE ’ S WHY YOU SHOULD CONSIDER ADDING A DINE AND STAY TO YOUR KENTISH ITINERARY .
BY MADELINE WATSON
If you ’ re a keen foodie and love sampling restaurants that aren ’ t exactly in your neck of the woods , can you really think of anything more perfect than the concept of restaurants with rooms ? From date nights for wine lovers to more adventurous escapes and family getaways , the feeling of rolling into a luxurious nest after a sublime meal is quite hard to top . Knowing you can relax in a comfy bed and wake up to a cooked breakfast definitely adds a sprinkle of zest and novelty to dining out , too .
Over recent years , we have seen the hospitality industry and its customers take a huge hit , and many small businesses have had to navigate immense challenges by finding innovative ways to attract new and loyal clientele . A key aspect of overcoming such challenges comes from understanding how customer habits have evolved when it comes to finding new places to dine and exceeding their expectations once they ’ re there .
There has been an ongoing shift in holiday preferences amongst consumers , in part due to financial strain , but also due to more people considering the impact of their holiday choices on the planet , thus opting for more environmentally friendly and sustainable breaks .
With its rich diversity of landscapes , cultures , attractions and most importantly - restaurants with rooms - the UK ( and Kent particularly ) offers ample opportunities for unique staycations to rediscover the true wonders of the country .
Whether there ’ s an occasion to be celebrated , or you ’ re simply after a little treat , restaurants with rooms offer a food-first experience for those who appreciate good food and drinks . Our top picks across Kent include fine dining destinations , country house hotels , contemporary gastropubs pubs and cosy inns … Feast your eyes on the following and discover Kent ’ s dreamiest restaurants with rooms .
For foodies and wine lovers
Updown Farmhouse , Deal updownfarmhouse . com @ updownfarmhouse
The conservatory-set , airy restaurant offers a small , hyper-seasonal and local menu that changes frequently to use the very best ingredients . Everything is cooked over wood in the modern open kitchen . There is a short list of wines , local beers and seasonal cocktails . The farmhouse offers plenty of space to relax both inside six lavishly appointed rooms and outside across six acres of grounds , kitchen gardens and woodland .
Read ’ s , Faversham reads . com
Set in an exquisite Georgian manor house surrounded by an abundance of flora , with six charmingly unique bedrooms and an imaginative wine selection , Read ’ s restaurant with rooms is listed in the Michelin Guide for a very good reason .
Combining classic dishes with subtle modern touches while making use of Kent ’ s seasonal produce from the walled kitchen garden and local suppliers , Read ’ s really does evoke the sense of luxury and Kentish period charm . The perfect spot for foodies and wine lovers .
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