A recently renovated holiday home set in Maidstone, Riverside features a garden. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 12 km from Chatham Train Station. The holiday home is fitted with 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with lake views. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area or keep themselves warm by the fireplace on colder days. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Maidstone, like cycling, fishing and hiking. Historic Chatham Dockyard is 13 km from Riverside, while Rochester Castle is 13 km away. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 57 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free private parking available on-site

Reliable info
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3:
1 single bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
10
High score for Maidstone
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Sandra
    Ireland Ireland
    Very comfortable and clean.Had everything we needed!
  • Karen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Basic provisions provided for cleaning washing and also basics condiments with milk sugar tea coffee bread ( shame no butter) and some fruit was very grateful for this. Beds were very comfortable. Private slightly away from the road and next to...
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely house very nice location definitely recommend
Quality rating
This property is rated 4 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Hosted by Riverside Cosy Retreat cottage facing the River - free parking

8.9
8.9
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Riverside Cosy Retreat cottage facing the River - free parking
Cosy 3-bedroom cottage nestled in a calm cul-de-sac facing the River Medway. Just a short scenic walk along the river to Maidstone town centre, you will enjoy easy access to a range of pubs, restaurants, bars and shops. Accessible transport on your doorstep, with buses, two train stations and the M20 giving you direct lines to London and surrounding areas in less than an hour. Ideal for a business trip, weekend away, travel stop, or visiting the area to see what Maidstone has to offer. We charge a fee - fifty pounds - per pet per stay. Pets must be kept off carpets.
Committed to providing great stays for guests, your host will be on hand during your stay, should you need any help or travel advice.
★BY FOOT★ Located within a 10 -minute river walk away from the cottage are a range of popular restaurants, pubs and attractions. Highlights include: Restaurants: Miller & Carter, Fifi Brasserie, La Taberna, Market House, Frederic Café Bistro, La Villetta, The Herbalist Pubs: The Flower Pot, The Malta Inn Supermarkets: Londis, Ringlestone Farm Shop Attractions: Fremlin Walk, Whatman Park, Kent Life, Maidstone Museum, Hazlitt Theatre, The Kentish Lady River Tours, The Climbing Experience ★BY CAR★ And just a short drive away, you can take your pick of a range of stunning National Trust, HHA and English Heritage properties, including Leeds Castle (12-min drive). Walking or cycling by the river is the most scenic way to Maidstone town centre. There are also regular buses, easy access to motorways for cars, and fast trains into London. - 10-min walk to Maidstone town centre - 10-min walk to Maidstone East train station 10- min drive to Leeds castle - 5-min drive to M2 and M20 motorways
Languages spoken: English,French

Property surroundings

Facilities of Riverside
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Internet
Fast free WiFi 54 Mbps. Suitable for streaming 4K content and making video calls on multiple devices. Speed test carried out by the host.
Kitchen
  • Children's high chair
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Accessibility
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Horse riding
    Off-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
Outdoor & View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • River view
  • Garden view
  • Lake view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Detached
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Luggage storage
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Languages spoken
  • English
  • French

House rules
Riverside takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00 to 23:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Damage policy
If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to £846 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
£20 per stay

Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 08:00 and 20:00.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

When travelling with pets, please note that an extra charge of GBP 50 per pet, per stay applies.

Please note that a maximum of 2 pets are allowed per booking.

Please inform the property in advance of your stay if you plan to bring pets.

Please note that pets are only allowed upon request and subject to approval.

Please inform Riverside in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 08:00:00 and 20:00:00.

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to £846 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

FAQs about Riverside

  • Yes, Riverside is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Riverside is 0.9 miles from the centre of Maidstone. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Riverside can accommodate the following group size:

    • 6 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The prices at Riverside may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Riverside has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 3 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Riverside on this page.

  • Riverside offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Horse riding

  • Check-in at Riverside is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.