Stable Oak Holiday Cottages Reviews

Jess Lianne 2026.06.07

     

Everything was absolutely amazing. Our host Laurain went the extra mile and made us breakfast- I had a lovely local trout and poached eggs & avocado on a crumpet and my fiance had the same but with bacon, delicious. She left us lemon drizzle cake and a welcome package of milk, fresh bread, eggs and butter. She decorated the place for my fiancés birthday and many other small touches that made the place special. We loved the hot tub, seeing the animals at her farm and walking nearby. Thanks so much for looking after us Laurain, also Dollie the dog was BEAUTIFUL, will definitely be coming here again. 🩷

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Reply from Stable Oak Holiday Cottages 2026.06.08

"Thank you so much for such a wonderful review! It was an absolute pleasure hosting you both for such a special birthday weekend. I am thrilled you enjoyed the birthday decorations and the breakfast hampers—that local trout shop is a real favourite of ours, and you can’t beat fresh eggs and farmhouse bread to start the day! Dolly was delighted to make your acquaintance (she does love the attention!), and I'm so glad you got to relax in the log-heated hot tub and meet our alpacas, pigs, and the goose. We would absolutely love to welcome you back to Stable Oak Cottages anytime. Wishing you both a very happy engagement journey ahead! Best regards, Laurain."

Angie Wise 2026.05.31

     

I cannot fault this place . Very peaceful , very comfortable & very welcoming . I don’t have one fault to note , we enjoyed ourselves so much we’re hopefully going back next year .

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Reply from Stable Oak Holiday Cottages 2026.06.08

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely and detailed review! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you had such a peaceful and comfortable stay with us, and that you found everything you needed to feel completely at home.

We take great pride in those little touches—like the fresh farmhouse bread, eggs, and homemade cake—so it means the world to us that they made such a nice difference to your experience. Knowing that you were so comfortable you didn't even want to leave the cottage is the ultimate compliment!

It was an absolute pleasure hosting your group, and we would love nothing more than to welcome you all back again next year.

Warmest regards,

Laurain & Mick
Stable Oak Cottages

Jürgen Schmitt 2026.05.28

     

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Reply from Stable Oak Holiday Cottages 2026.05.29

Thank you, Jürgen, for your kind feedback! We appreciate your support and hope to continue delivering excellent experiences for you.

Paul Castella 2026.05.24

     

Beauty and restful place. A little home away from home with home made baked bred and cake waiting for us in the kitchen. Feels very welcoming.

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Reply from Stable Oak Holiday Cottages 2026.05.27

Thank you, Paul, for your kind words! We're so delighted you felt at home and enjoyed the baked treats. We look forward to welcoming you back for another relaxing stay in the future.

Owen Hobby 2026.05.12

     

Fantastic stay, had everything we needed. Laurain gifted us some fresh bread, cake, eggs and milk which were all spot on. Nick, what a legend you are. Our tyre popped just as we was arriving and I wanted to take my Mrs out for an evening meal, about 8:30pm I called to see if Nick could help me and he popped out and had us on the road in 20 minutes just to help us. Very grateful for the hosts, great people and the property is perfect. They also decorated the room for my Mrs birthday

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Reply from Stable Oak Holiday Cottages 2026.05.12

"Thank you so much for such a glowing review! It was a total pleasure having you both stay with us, and we are so glad we could help make your partner's birthday a special one.

I’ll be sure to pass your 'legend' status update along to Mick—he was more than happy to help get that tyre sorted so you didn't miss out on your birthday dinner! We always want our guests to feel right at home, and we're thrilled you enjoyed the homemade treats and the birthday decorations.

We hope to welcome you back to the cottages again soon!"

Maddie Ford 2026.04.30

     

Amazing place to stay, the owners are such beautiful people. Made us feel so at home and lovely animals. The accommodation is 10/10 highly recommend thank you so much!

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Reply from Stable Oak Holiday Cottages 2026.05.01

"Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words!

We are absolutely thrilled that you enjoyed your stay with us and that our four-legged friends helped make you feel right at home. We take a lot of pride in making Stable Oak a welcoming place for everyone, so receiving a 10/10 recommendation truly means the world to us.

It was a pleasure having you stay, and we’re so glad you enjoyed the rooms and our beautiful location. We hope to welcome you back to the cottages again very soon!

Warmest wishes, Laurain & Mick

Saffron Wood 2026.04.22

     

We have had a fantastic time away in willow cottage. Beautifully decorated with all amenities you could ask for. Very clean and spacious, nice to have our own secluded area outside aswell as the communal garden. Beautiful setting with amazing hosts xx

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Reply from Stable Oak Holiday Cottages 2026.04.23

Thank you so much for such a glowing review! It was an absolute pleasure to host you at Willow Cottage.
​We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed the mix of the secluded outdoor area and our communal gardens—it’s always wonderful when guests can find that perfect balance of privacy and scenery. Knowing the homemade bread, fresh eggs, and local treats added a special touch to your arrival truly makes our day; we love sharing a bit of local flavor with our guests.
​It sounds like you made the most of the area, from the nearby castles to the beach drives. You are welcome back anytime for another relaxing getaway in the countryside!
​Warm regards,
Laurain and Mick

Brown eyed girl 2026.04.18

     

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Amazing!! Booked this for my son and his girlfriend they had the most amazing time, the cottage was well equipped, hot tub was very relaxing and the bread, milk and eggs left for breakfast was the perfect touch. The view was beautiful. Laurain was so friendly and helpful she went above and beyond would highly recommend and definitely stay there again

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Saffron Standen 2026.03.17

     

Lovely little staycation for my birthday. We thoroughly enjoyed the pieces of cake, eggs, milk, apple juice, and bread - perfect little touches that were very much appreciated! The whole cottage was spotless & had everything we needed at hand. The hot tub was brilliant. Thank you for the generous bottle of wine as a birthday treat, we will 100% be returning in the future. Highly recommend.

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Reply from Stable Oak Holiday Cottages 2026.03.17

Thank you, Saffron, for sharing your wonderful experience! We're delighted you enjoyed the special touches and had a relaxing birthday stay. It’s great to hear the hot tub and amenities made your visit memorable. We look forward to welcoming you back!

Anne W 2026.03.15

     

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My Happy Place Back to ‘my happy place’ again this last week at Willow Cottage. Already planning another return before the summer. Might try Birch Cottage and even venture into the hot tub on a future visit ! Laurain thinks even us oldies would love the hot tub experience 🤣 Laurain and Mike were as welcoming as always. The alpacas were waiting to greet us and take our humble carrot offerings every morning. The bakery at Lenham is a must for a cake or two to take home. Visited the recommended trout farm in the lane as we left to purchase some fish to take home this time too. Thank you 💕💕💕

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Reply from Stable Oak Holiday Cottages 2026.03.18

Thank you, Anne, for your kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed your stay at Willow Cottage and are considering exploring more during your next visit. The alpacas and hot tub await! Looking forward to welcoming you back soon!

Darcy Molloy 2026.03.14

     

We had the most wonderful stay at Birch Cottage. The rooms were spotless, and there were so many thoughtful personal touches that made the visit extra special. As we were celebrating a birthday, the owners, Laurain and Mick kindly put up a Happy Birthday sign with balloons. They also baked their own bread and cake and left us butter, eggs, and milk, which was such a lovely gesture. When we were checking out, Laurain even let us feed the alpacas, which was such a fun and memorable experience. We would definitely love to come back again and have already recommended Birch Cottage to friends and family. Thanks so much!😊

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Reply from Stable Oak Holiday Cottages 2026.03.15

Thank you so much, Darcy, for your kind words! We're thrilled you had such a special stay at Birch Cottage and enjoyed all the thoughtful touches. Laurain and Mick will be delighted to hear your praise. We'd love to welcome you back!

Jon Garnett 2026.03.09

     

Excellent stay! The cottage was very comfortable with all amenities including a hot tub. Laurain and Mick couldn’t be more helpful, including lovely touches such as homemade bread and cake, eggs, butter and milk. The alpacas were friendly too! The location is great for Leeds Castle and the Downs. We’d definitely stay again.

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Reply from Stable Oak Holiday Cottages 2026.03.15

Thank you, Jon, for your kind words! We're glad you enjoyed the comfort of the cottage and the thoughtful extras. It’s great to hear you appreciated the location and the alpacas. We look forward to welcoming you back!

ryan danielle d 2026.01.28

     

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Perfect Getaway This is our second time of staying at Stable Oak Cottages, this time The Birch cottage which was lovely yet again. Laurain took the time to accommodate my husbands dietary requirements with her special welcome touches of home made goodies. A great location, perfect for walks and starting and ending the day with a treat of the lovely hot tub.

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Reply from Stable Oak Holiday Cottages 2026.03.18

Thank you, Ryan, for your thoughtful review! We're delighted you enjoyed your stay in The Birch cottage and appreciated the special touches and amenities. We hope to welcome you back for another relaxing getaway.

ifraz shafait 2025.12.28

     

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Reply from Stable Oak Holiday Cottages 2025.12.29

Thank you so much, Ifraz! We truly appreciate your support and are thrilled you had a great experience in Oak Cottage. We look forward to hosting you again!

paige lily foster 2025.12.15

     

We had the most amazing night stay in the Birch Cottage, a hidden gem not far from where we live! Every little detail was filled with so much thought and consideration. We felt extremely comfortable and at home, the cottage was cosy and warm and they even have playing cards and a couples game for you to enjoy. We thoroughly enjoyed the hot tub, it was the perfect place to relax and unwind into the evening. We were extremely grateful for the fresh bread, eggs, butter, milk and lemon cake that was given to us, such a lovely touch! We were able to feed alpacas and met beautiful Dolly the dog. The bed was very comfortable, and the whole place was kept warm with heating considering the cold weather. We are already looking to come back in summer next year, thank you so much for a perfect night stay.

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Reply from Stable Oak Holiday Cottages 2025.12.16

Thank you so much, Paige! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay in Birch Cottage and appreciated all the little details. It’s wonderful that you made the most of everything, from the hot tub to meeting Dolly. Can’t wait to welcome you back next summer!

Alia 2025.11.05

     

We had the pleasure of staying at the beautiful Oak cottage recently as a family with our two dogs. 5* does not do it justice. The accommodation was family friendly, child friendly and certainly dog friendly. It was spotless and comfortable and the hot tub was just fabulous. It felt like a home away from home. Waking up to the Alpacas in the morning was a beautiful sight too. The accommodation is near some great places for sightseeing and visiting as well. Laurain was absolutely wonderful. Lovely moreish freshly baked goods, and some wonderful hampers too! We were sad to leave but hopefully will visit again. Thank you Laurain and Stable Oak Cottages! Alia, William and family!

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Reply from Stable Oak Holiday Cottages 2025.11.06

Thank you so much, Alia! We’re delighted you and your family (including the dogs!) had such a memorable stay. It’s wonderful to hear you enjoyed the cottage, hot tub, and the alpacas. We hope to welcome you back soon!

Madeleine M 2025.10.27

     

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Lovely countryside cottage We stayed in Oak Cottage and it was lovely - really clean, thoughtful touches and decor throughout, games and books and a fully equipped kitchen with everything you need plus teabags, bread and butter waiting on arrival! Starting the fire for the hot tub was easy and fun (instructions in the log box) and it was very relaxing to lounge under the fairy lights (once the two year old had finished practising his diving). Having a cup of tea to the sight of alpacas and rabbits gambolling in the morning sun was a lovely bonus. Thanks Laurain!

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Sawsan Ashour 2025.10.18

     

Absolutely amazing hosts, very clean and well maintained cottage which is not far from train station and Leeds castle . We used public transport and the host was very kind picking us up and dropping us to station . Also left home made bread ,butter ,eggs and milk as well as home made cake. This made the perfect gateway and highly recommend

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Reply from Stable Oak Holiday Cottages 2025.10.18

We are absolutely thrilled to hear that your stay at Birch Cottage was so perfect.

The hosts will be delighted to know that their personal touches, especially the homemade bread and cake and the kind gesture of picking you up and dropping you off at the station, made such a difference to your "perfect gateway."

It's great to see that you rated Rooms, Service, and Location all 5/5—it sounds like the cottage is an ideal, well-maintained base for visiting Leeds Castle and using public transport!

Thank you for the wonderful feedback and high recommendation!

Jayne Wallace 2025.10.11

     

Amazing place to stay

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Reply from Stable Oak Holiday Cottages 2025.10.12

Thank you, Jayne! We're thrilled you had an amazing stay. We hope to welcome you back again soon!

susan n 2025.09.28

     

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Excellent Willow is a lovely cottage, well equipped with everything I needed for my holiday. The cottage is quiet and has an enclosed seating area. I chose Stable Oak for a short break. The cottage is tastefully decorated and cake, fresh bread, butter and milk were supplied. Towels tea towels etc were also provided

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