Vacation Rentals in Kent

On the edge of nature reserves, in picturesque fishing villages and on first-class beaches, travellers will find relaxing holiday resorts in Kent that combine culture and nature. An apartment or holiday home on the Isle of Sheppey or in the quiet coastal towns of Whitstaple or Birchington will give you a wonderful view of the North Sea. Especially charming are the white cliffs of Dover in the south. Some accommodations offer views as far as the French coast.

Numerous hosts let you first-class cottages, lodges, town villas or farms, where you have generous living space, gardens or barbecue areas with your family, school classes or friends. Along the coast you will find a charming holiday home in towns like Shepway or Sandgate. You can spend your free days in seclusion like Fordwich and Throwley or enjoy the vibrant city life in Maidstone and Dover.

About 39 kilometres southeast of central London, the ceremonial county of Kent extends over 3,736 square kilometres in the extreme southeast of England. The largest cities include the capital Maidstone, the port cities Dover and Margate as well as Canterbury and Ashford. The entire region has about 1.7 million inhabitants.

Kent is bordered to the north and south by the natural water borders of the Thames, the North Sea, the English Channel and the Strait of Dover. Inland, Kent borders on the counties of Greater London, East Sussex and Surrey. France is connected to Kent through the Eurotunnel.

Manor houses, magnificent palaces and castles belong to the breathtaking collection of historical buildings. Cultural travellers will encounter sacred places such as Canterbury Cathedral, walk through medieval alleys where Winston Churchill already strolled or enter mansions such as Charles Darwin's former residence. Visits to the most beautiful fortifications in the country are highly recommended. They include Dover Castle, Leeds Castle, Hever Castle, Rochester Castle and Walmer Castle.

Eleven of the 37 national parks in Kent create a spectacular landscape of hills, coniferous forests, salt marshes, mud flats, swamps and lakes. The green region captivates with regions like the Buckland Lake Reserve, the Oare Marshes Nature Reserve or the Dungeness National Nature Reserve. The colourful gardens of Kent, which present themselves with woods, roses, daffodils, watercourses or rhododendrons, are particularly attractive. A visit to Sissinghurst Castle Garden, Goodnestone Park Gardens or Bedgebury Pinetum is worthwhile.

The Kent & East Sussex Railway, Spa Valley Railway, East Kent Railway, Romney Hythe and Dymchurch Railway, Sittingbourne and Kemsley Light Railway take you on a historic journey through time in the restored steam locomotives of the early 20th century. You will pass the fascinating landscape, interesting railway stations and wonderful villages.

In Broadstairs you can walk in the footsteps of Charles Dickens. The writer, to whom four of his works of world literature belong, has family roots in Kent. The harbour town honours the writer with schools and restaurants and dedicates itself to his life's work in the museum of the same name.

The county looks back on a legendary past as a defensive and naval power. The royal shipyard in Chatham still exists today. Visitors can visit the 400-year-old dry dock, warships and sailing ships. Other maritime achievements can be found in the Dover Museum.

What is the average price for vacation rentals in Kent?

Last year, rentals in this destination had an annual average price of around $261 per night.

During which months can you find the best price for vacation rentals in Kent?

]If you would like to get the most out of your money, the most budget-friendly months to visit Kent are March ($243 the average per night for accommodation), May ($247), and April ($252).

During which months are vacation rentals more expensive in Kent?

When it comes to booking a vacation rental in Kent, the highest prices are usually found in the month of July (with an average of $289 per night), followed by December ($274), and then January ($269).

Are there usually many vacation rentals available in Kent?

If you decide to put Kent on your bucket list, we suggest planning your visit long before you go because it tends to be very high in demand, with an annual average of 77% of rentals booked the previous year.

What are the best months for a spontaneous getaway?

The most available months are, on average, January (with an availability of 33%), November (32%), and March (32%), according to the trends observed in the prior year.

During which months is it more difficult to find available vacation rentals?

The months with the lowest properties available in Kent are, in order, August, July, and June with respective average availability figures of 8%, 12%, and 17%, based on the previous year. During this period, the availability is very low (13%). It is therefore recommended to reserve far in advance.

How many rentals does Holidu have in Kent?

Holidu works with 24 different partners to offer you an inventory to choose between 2,600 vacation rentals we have in Kent.