KENTSTAYCATION
Restaurants with Rooms cont ...
The Ferry House
ingredients grown in their quaint kitchen garden ( open for guests to explore ), this is quite literally field-to-fork dining . The rooms have heaps of homely charm , each with their own unique features and this quintessentially English hotel is a must for an indulgent weekend away .
Frasers , Egerton www . frasersegerton . co . uk @ frasersegerton
Frasers is a multi-award-winning restaurant hosted in a traditional oak-beamed barn with views of the stunning Kentish countryside . The restaurant has a flair for sustainably and seasonally sourced ingredients that are expertly crafted to create modern British dining . In game season the estate produces all of its own game to reduce food miles and during the summer you can enjoy food grown in the kitchen garden while enjoying the sun on the alfresco terrace .
Frasers offers several bedrooms situated across three beautiful period buildings including a historic ragstone oast and a converted former stable block ; a perfect bolthole for a weekend away .
For dog lovers
The Marquis of Granby , Alkham Valley www . marquisofgranby . co . uk @ themarquisofgranby
Nestled in the heart of the picturesque village of Alkham in East Kent , this award-winning 200-year-old village pub is a true country retreat . With 10 beautifully unique rooms , locally sourced produce , craft beers , roaring fires and wonderful staff , The Marquis of Granby offers fantastic gastro food with a twist .
The Ferry House , Harty www . theferryhouse . co . uk @ theferryhouseharty
The Ferry House is a family-owned , 16thcentury country restaurant with two AA Rosettes for culinary excellence and an impressive two Taste of Kent awards .
Yet another Grade II listed building , The Ferry House is based in Harty , a hamlet on the Isle of Sheppey that was once a tiny island separated by up to a mile of water .
Neighbouring two stunning nature reserves and serving up majestic homegrown fruit , veggies and herbs as well as family-farmed beef and game , The Ferry House is a perfect hideaway for you and your furry friends .
The Castle Hotel , Eynsford www . castlehotelkent . com @ castlehotelkent
Located in the rural village of Eynsford , The Castle Hotel boasts dog-friendly , comfortably appointed stylish rooms and relaxed dining . A complimentary breakfast is served to hotel guests and the à la carte menu ranges from nibbles to burgers and sharing plates - if you book ahead , The Castle Hotel offers high tea for an elegant retreat from romping around the muddy countryside with your four-legged friend . The hotel is a short walk from the train station and is conveniently located for walks in the neighbouring wildlife reserve and country park .
Not only does the concept of restaurants with rooms give guests the chance to experience local produce , community and culture , but overall it offers a more personable and intimate dining experience . It doesn ’ t get much better than that !
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