Markbeech 1.2 miles.

Tucked away in the leafy Hoath Estate is Batts Barn, a contemporary barn conversion in Chiddingstone Hoath, Kent.

Family-friendly, pet-friendly and filled with character, this holiday home is ideal for a family gathering or for a group of friends to come together amongst beautiful countryside.

As you arrive, ample parking makes unloading a breeze; make your way through the garden, home to furniture and a firepit, perfect for hosting, and step straight into the open-plan living space.

The social hub of the home, this space has everything you need for a self-catered stay, including a fully-equipped kitchen with a handy dishwasher to help clean up, and a large dining table for up to twelve dinner guests.

Here, you can also unwind on the sofa, or you can head through to the sitting room to cosy up in front of the woodburning stove with a book from the collection.

Completing the ground floor is a king-size bedroom with a convenient en-suite which is ideal for any members of the family with limited mobility.

Take the stairs up to the mezzanine landing, where you can find the remaining bedrooms, a super-king-size with a zip/link feature and en-suite, a king-size, and a twin, allowing for flexible sleeping arrangements.

When it’s time to explore, make your way into Royal Tunbridge Wells where you can stroll along The Pantiles or treat loved ones to a light lunch at Juliet's Café, or a traditional French meal at Coco Retro, finishing off with a drink at Fuggles Beer Café.

For a day out, head to the nearby Chiddingstone Village, one of the oldest villages in England, or you can wander your way through Penshurst Place & Gardens.

For a fun-filled day out with the children, take a trip to Groombridge Place and discover the Enchanted Forest & Gardens, and you can also leave your little ones to play Grosvenor & Hilbert Park while you enjoy a picnic.

A stunning property in a picture-perfect area, choose Batts Barn.

This four-bedroom barn conversion has a ground-floor super-king-size (zip/link) with a TV and en-suite shower room, a king-size with an en-suite shower room, a king-size and a twin, along with a bathroom, an open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area, a utility and a sitting room with woodburning stove. Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer and dishwasher, and for entertainment there are TVs, WiFi, and a selection of books and access to the on-site pool. A travel cot, highchair and stairgate are available and outside there is ample off-road parking and a garden with a lawn, patio, fire pit, and furniture. Fuel, power, a starter pack for woodburning stove, bed linen and towels are all included in the rent. Two well-behaved pets are welcome but sorry, no smoking. You can find a shop in 1.5 miles and a pub in 0.7 miles. Batts Barn is a fabulous escape for a trip to Kent.