Kent is ideal for walking around the castle parklands and organizing picnics in the picturesque hills. For outdoor enthusiasts, there are more than 4,000 cycling and foot trails. If you like to explore ancient castles with history, visit Hever Castle & Gardens surrounded by fountains, roses, and graceful statues. Another echo of the history of this area is Dover Museum and Bronze Age Boat Gallery, which houses a sea-going vessel from 3500 years ago. Cobtree Manor Park and Betteshanger Park are excellent spots for morning walks with children and pets. If you want to get deeper on the topic of wine or try the best sparkling and still wines, visit Chapel Down Winery. With Kent as your next travel destination, you will get a range of colors and emotions, and we will help you save money with our list of best long-term rentals in Kent, UK.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, decor, availability of dates, and long-term stay rules and regulations. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on February 19, 2025.
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1. Modern apartment close to the beach (from USD 156)
Located on the seafront, the location of this apartment will make sure you will be on the beach in just a minute of leaving the house. The Georgian terrace will offer incredible views and the close location to the center will allow you to enjoy excellent seafood restaurants in the area.
Relax after a long travel in the comfortable bedrooms. The apartment has a digital TV with Netflix, as well as unlimited Wi-Fi. Save big on the rental price if you stay here for at least a month.
Top guest reviews
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the location is perfect and the viewRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the living area is comfortable and furnished with good taste and has incredible elevated views over the seavery good location with a lovely view of the sea from the living roombeautifully decorated comfortable with all mod-conswe had a lovely stay in your apartment it had everything we needed with a very homely feelthe apartment was great and overlooked the sea
2. Fisherman's cottage with free parking space
This Victorian fisherman’s cottage is ideal for those who prefer to live in a unique place while on vacation. The hosts offer a bottle of wine on your arrival at the rental.
Spend time in the living room by the fireplace or cook dinner in the fully equipped kitchen. If you are planning a trip by car, enjoy the free parking near the house. For those who plan a trip for not less than a month, there is a discount on the booking price.
Whitstable, England, United Kingdom
16.21 km (10.1 mi) from Wingham Wildlife Park
Top guest reviews
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the owner was quick to reply and very helpfuldonna the owner was very warm and helpful responding quickly to our queriesLocation:
well located with an easy walk to the high streetexcellent stay in a perfect locationa lovely house in a great location so would stay there againlovely small cottage good location short walk to town and beachCleanliness:
the house was beautifully clean and tastefully decoratedi had an amazing stay at this very clean and charming bungalowRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
enjoyed eating breakfast in the sunny courtyard
3. Dragon Cottage (from USD 174)
Would you like to live in an 18th-century cottage while vacationing in Kent? If so, check into Dragon Cottage, located a few steps from the beach. Near the cottage, you will find many shops and art galleries to unwind.
Start a barbecue for an atmospheric evening in the garden by the house. You can also spend time reading a book from the small library in the living room. Guests staying for a month will receive a hefty discount offered by the host.
Top guest reviews
Host:
excellent communications with host pippa and early check in was so helpfulnothing too much trouble for the hosts as they arranged an extra days stayLocation:
best chippy and pub are 2 minutes walk awaylocation location location such a superb spot 1 minute from the beach and 1 minute from the high streetideally situated for walks along sea front and also main street shops and marketa lovely place for a relaxing breakthis is a lovely well equipped cottage walking distance to the beach and townRead more reviewsCleanliness:
all v clean and well equippedthe cottage was spotlessly clean and comfortablereally clean really comfortable and a lovely sun trap courtyard
4. Farmhouse close to the village (from USD 571)
To experience authentic farm living, try staying in this rental located near rural Kent, an hour from London. The house accommodates a big group and provides convenient amenities. Here, you can spend the evening together enjoying a barbecue. Relax in the garden surrounded by fruit trees and greenery.
Despite the quiet surroundings, the village nearby offers old English pubs, shops, and restaurants. Renting this property for a month will save you money on the total cost.
5. Comfortable house with a garden (from USD 329)
This comfortable house for a large family offers stunning views of nature from the upstairs balcony. In the small cozy garden with a gate overlooking the beach, you can gather for heartfelt conversations. For a fun time, go to Littlestone Golf Club, a 10-minute walk from the house.
The rental has a 60’’ LCD TV with Netflix for you to watch your favorites. In the kitchen, equipped with a microwave and refrigerator, you can take care of meals for the whole group. Additionally, you can avail of an attractive monthly discount by staying here for 30 nights or more
Top guest reviews
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host was very accommodating and very helpful always responding promptly to any queriesLocation:
perfect location with great facilitiesCleanliness:
property was clean and plenty big enough for our group of 5 adults and 3 childrenRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
wi-fi tv and smart speaker were great for some chilled out down timethere was everything we needed and more including binoculars for the view and a special shower unit
6. The Anchorage (from USD 285)
This 1930s house is located in Margate’s Old Town and has access to nearby beaches. The host will allow you to check in with your dog in case you are planning to have a vacation with your little friend. Note that a pet fee of 18 USD applies.
Prepare a light breakfast in the fully equipped kitchen with a smoothie blender. Alternatively, on the small patio, spend your dinner time preparing your favorite dish at the barbecue. Relax in the living room after a long day of watching TV. Guests can count on a monthly discount when renting a house for 30 days or more.
Top guest reviews
Host:
tastefully furnished great location and very nice owners it had everything we needed and moreLocation:
wonderful house in a fantastic locationlovely house in a great locationthe location was ideal near to supermarkets and the old townawesome location within walking distance of the beach shops and a morrison'sit is ideally situated for interesting shops lots of places to eat and the beachCleanliness:
clean comfortable and had everything we neededit was clean and comfortable and is in a great location in the old town of margateRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the house was a real treat it was spacious and comfortable
7. Charming cottage with a bathtub (from USD 142)
This atmospheric Victorian cottage house has original paintings by Maureen and other artists. Near the house, there is a garden with fruit trees where you can relax preparing dinner on a barbecue.
Spend time by the fireplace in the kitchen, chatting and preparing breakfast for the whole family. After a trip into town, spend time in the bathroom with a glass of champagne relaxing in the bathtub. Renting this villa for more than a month will save you a significant amount on the cost.
Top guest reviews
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sadly parking was a nightmare but neighbours were helpful about itLocation:
a great location for exploring the surrounding areagreat to be so close to canterbury and the coastCleanliness:
great location cottage was beautifully clean and had everything you could possibly want for a self catering stayRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
i loved the views of the garden and particularly like the round kitchen tablecomfortable accommodation but sadly the garden did not live up to the lovely photos
8. The Annexe at Rockley (from USD 124)
This unique home in rural Kent is a 25-minute drive from Eurotunnel. Staying here, you can visit the local towns of Tenterden Canterbury and Tunbridge Wells nearby. You can use the tennis court and the pool in the summer if you discuss this possibility with the owner in advance.
One parking space awaits you on the drive. The house has Wi-Fi and Sky TV. Once you have settled in, relax in the home’s TV area or take care of your meals in the small equipped kitchen. Are you planning to stay here for more than a month? If so, take advantage of the monthly discount offered by the host.
Top guest reviews
Host:
elisabeth was a great hosthosts were both lovely kind & friendlyelisabeth is a super friendly hostquick to repond to questions with helpful suggestions madeliz and david are excellent hostsLocation:
perfect perfect perfect fantastic location for our staythe location is great if you’re visiting chapel downthe property is in a beautiful and tranquil locationsome really good places to eat in close proximity to the propertyclose to many tourist attractions we visited dover and canterbury but lots more within easy reachCleanliness:
extremely clean and tidyspotlessly clean light and airyamazingly clean lovely place to staybeautiful grounds clean and comfortable annexeelisabeth's place was spotlessly clean and comfortableRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the breakfast addition in the morning was such a lovely touchwe were lucky with the weather so the pool was an added bonuswe enjoyed the heated pool and a bbq two nights in a rowwe also took advantage of the heated swimming pool which was a lovely temperaturelovely added touch was breakfast food and tea/ coffee/ milk etc
9. Hadman Place (from USD 102)
This fairytale house dates back to the 16th century and is surrounded by Scotney and Bodium Castles, as well as Sissinghurst Gardens. Staying here, you can spend time in the courtyard and cook dinner at the barbecue.
On the days you spend inside, sit in the living room by the fireplace on the large leather sofa or cook something delicious in the small kitchen with a microwave and toaster. When booking this house for at least a month, you are guaranteed to receive a generous discount.
Top guest reviews
Host:
very helpful hosts toogary and toni were lovely hoststhe hosts were very helpful and welcomingbeautiful house and lovely hostsstay was welcoming with great hosts who where there for anything when neededLocation:
a great location for visiting the many interesting places in this regionlocation was perfect very relaxinglovely location and a quiet retreat away from the rat-racequiet rural location but close to 2 charming villages headcorn and smardengood location for relaxing and for getting out and aboutRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the accommodation was well maintained warm and comfortable and had all the amenities we requiredthe beautiful annexe has ample space and is suitably equipped for a comfortable staywe were very pleased with everything about our stay in this comfortable and picturesque settinghaving the fire lit for when we arrived and leaving ample breakfast food and toiletries were lovely touches
10. The Old Piggery (from USD 78)
This country cottage located by the pond has a garden where you can spend your time in the evenings. There is also a fire pit and a large landscaped area. Gusbourne Estate vineyard is located nearby. A 20-minute walk from the cottage will place you on Camber Sands beach.
Relax with a dip in the bathtub or spend your leisure time sitting on comfortable armchairs overlooking the garden. To save money, rent this cottage for at least a month and get a discount.
Top guest reviews
Host:
the host is super responsive and attentiveshe was very helpful and responsivefantastic stay really welcoming hostthank you again for being such a kind and tentative hostcaroline was such a lovely hostLocation:
place was beautiful idyllic locationlovely stay in a great locationideal for long walks and exploration in the countrysideit’s in a great location close to the sea lovely walks and fab restaurantsfantastic stay at the piggery location and setting were perfectCleanliness:
extremely cosy very clean and exactly as advertisedthe bed was luxurious and big the house it self was clean and had everything we neededthe home was very clean comfortable and spaciousthe cottage itself was private quiet immaculately clean and super cosybeautiful and well worth a visit the place is spotless and caroline is very helpfulRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
tastefully decorated extremely comfortable bed and furnishings and an excellent place for our stopoverthe most idyllic spot with gorgeous surrounding countryside and the comfiest bedthere are lovely touches like a little posy of flowers breakfast bits cowshed toiletries white company towels etcwe only stayed for one night but had a very comfortable and good nights sleepthe old piggery has everything you need for a comfortable and warm stay whilst exploring the local area
Spend an unforgetable time in Kent
Depending on the purpose of your holiday, you can choose to stay close to the beach, fields, incredible local nature, or closer to attractions. A nice discount in case of the long-term rental will serve as a bonus. Pick any one of these long-term rentals in Kent and spend a memorable holiday.
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