Upper Ansdore Guest House, Canterbury

Upper Ansdore Guest House, Canterbury

Upper Ansdore Guest House
Duckpit Lane, Petham, Canterbury, CT4 5QB, GB
Upper Ansdore is a small medieval farmhouse situated in a very quiet valley with wonderful views, yet only 6 miles from Canterbury. Get away from the chain hotels and hustle of life, and try a short break in this beautiful part of the Kentish countryside. Here we will ensure you get that personal touch. Great tasting locally sourced bacon and eggs

Guest Rating: 2.83/5

Rooms from: GBP49.00

Hotel Features & Facilities

• All Public and Private spaces non-smoking
• Free Parking
• Garden
• Heating
• Internet Services
• Non-Smoking Rooms
• Parking
• Pets Allowed

Hotel Directions

By Car (from Canterbury): - From Canterbury, take the B2068 following the signs towards Hythe. - After 3 miles (5 km), turn right to Petham village, proceed through the village and turn left into Duckpit Lane by the BT telephone box, continue on for 1.5 miles (2.5 km). - Turn right at Upper Ansdore (no through road), go to the end and then carry on up the private road to Upper Ansdore. By Car (from the M20 motorway): - From the M20 motorway, take the exit at junction 11 on to the B2068. - After approximately 10 miles, turn left, following the signs towards Petham and then follow the above directions.

Hotel Information

The house stands between 2 old railways, which were used less and less when the new road between Petham and Waltham was built in the mid-18th century. These roads are now only public footpaths leading to the church in Waltham and the village itself. Upper Ansdore was probably a first floor hall house. In rural areas, this form of house was favoured for defence purposes. Generally, they are not large. The ground floor was probably used as storerooms or as subsidiary living accommodation. Above the first floor is a hall of 2 bays, originally open to the roof, with a single bay solar adjoining, which was always sealed, providing an attic. 200 years later, in the 16th century, a chimney was built in what was called the screen's passage. This chimney, built of Tudor bricks, is large by today's standards but it allowed 2 fireplaces on the first floor and 2 on the ground floor, so that all rooms could be heated. Also, note the bread oven to the side of the fireplace. One fireplace has stone supporting pillars with an oak lintel, which is moulded in the Tudor Arch or the Four Centred Arch. A newel stair was built at the side of the chimney in place of the early ladder type. The roof is constructed in oak in a style common in the South-East. The walls, originally, constructed of oak timber framing with wattle and daub infilling, have been bricked round in the early 18th century, when bricks were more readily available and in fashion. Brickwork is laid in the Flemish bond style, and extends only to the first floor, with the original timber framing covered with hanging tiles.

Room Information

Bedrooms are furnished in a traditional country style and boast lovely views.

Important Information

Please be aware that we charge a small percentage on credit card transactions, thank you.

Hotel Policies

POLICIES: Cancellation Policy: If cancelled up to 3 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged. Children and Extra Bed Policy: Children older than 8 years are welcome. Baby cots are not available. One child under 12 years is charged GBP 12.00 per night and person in an extra bed. All older children or adults are charged 100 % of the room stay per night and person for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. Deposit Policy: No deposit will be charged. VAT and city/tourist taxes: 17.5 % VAT is included. Service charge is not applicable. City/tourist tax is not applicable. Internet: Internet via modem is available in the business centre and is free of charge. Meal Plan: Full English breakfast costs GBP 4.99 per person per night. Parking: Free public parking is possible on site. Pets: Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable. The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.

Check in: 15:00
Check out: 10:30