Cottage Stays
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Cottage stays
We offer two charming cottages on Thorne Hill Road, just before you enter the estate.
Both are ideal for small groups to relax and unwind before or after a day of celebrations.
Thorne Cottage, 3 Thorne Hill – sleeps up to 4 people
Chapel Cottage, 4 Thorne Hill – sleeps up to 6 people
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Thorne Cottage
Nestled just outside the estate, Thorne Cottage (3 Thorne Hill) offers a cosy, countryside retreat. With charming interiors and peaceful surroundings, it’s the perfect place for guests to relax and unwind before or after your celebrations.
- 2 x rooms with double sized beds
- Well-stocked kitchen
- Larger Shared bathroom
- Lounge & dining room
- Private Driveway
- Smaller downstairs toilet
- Private garden
Amenities
Chapel Cottage
Located close to the estate entrance, Chapel Cottage (4 Thorne Hill) offers a warm, inviting retreat. Thoughtfully designed for comfort and relaxation, it’s the perfect base for guests to enjoy a peaceful stay surrounding your special celebration.
- 2 x rooms with king sized beds
- 1 x bunk room
- Well-stocked kitchen
- Shared bathroom
- Lounge & dining room
- Private garden
Frequently asked questions
We can accommodate a total of 38 people on-site:
1. The Chapel House accommodates up to 10 people, with 4 ensuite rooms and 1 room with bunk beds.
2. Chapel Cottage accommodates 6 people, with 3 bedrooms (one with bunk beds). All rooms share a bathroom.
2. Thorne Cottage, situated next to Chapel Cottage has two bedrooms, which sleeps up to 4 people.
4. We have nine Hideaway Lodges, each accommodating two adults. We can also provide additional beds in certain rooms or lodges, for children, for an extra fee.
The couple allocates accommodation to guests and provides a code for guests to book.
Couples will be assigned a lodge code, which can be shared with guests. This enables the guests to book their lodges, which includes breakfast too.
Anyone is welcome to book accommodation on days we do not have a wedding or private event.
Guests can park in the main Chapel House Estate car park and walk down to the lodges and the Chapel House.
Guests staying at Chapel Cottage and Thorne Cottage have access to their own driveway with space for 2 cars.
By Car
Chapel House Estate is easily accessible by car. Just pop the address into your sat nav:
Chapel House Estate, Thorne Hill, Minster, CT12 5DS
There is ample on-site parking available for Chapel House Estate guests.
By Train
The closest train stations to Chapel House Estate are Thanet Parkway and Minster Station, both just a 5-minute drive or short taxi ride away.
With Southeastern High-Speed services running directly to Thanet Parkway from London St Pancras, Canterbury, Margate, Ramsgate, and other key locations, reaching us is both quick and convenient. The journey from London takes just over an hour.
Then complete your journey with a local taxi to the estate.
Book your train tickets directly with Southeastern to avoid booking fees.
By Taxi
Taxis are readily available to book from Thanet Parkway, Minster Station, and Ramsgate. Some of the local taxi firms we use are Central Cars, Thanet Cars or United Taxis.
For guests staying outside of wedding season check-in is 3pm.
Wedding guests can check- in from 12.00 midday and we kindly ask that they arrive on time.
However, if you’re checking-in for a twilight wedding, you will be able to access your accommodation from 3pm.
For those staying in lodges, details for a self check-in will be sent the week of the wedding.
Check-out from all areas is by 09.45 the following morning.
Cottage stays
Our cottages are perfect for smaller groups or families seeking a relaxing countryside escape.
