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Little Dane Court

Stay at Little Dane Court, a 4.8-star pet-friendly hotel in Tenterden with free Wi-Fi and parking. Close to Bodiam Castle, Kent Railway, and Sissinghurst Gardens.

1 Ashford Rd, Tenterden TN30 6AB, United Kingdom View on map
9.6/10
Exceptional Based on 39 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free parking Pet-friendly Kid-friendly Smoke-free
What recent guests emphasize

Highly rated charm with welcoming hospitality

Guests appreciate the friendly service, comfortable rooms, and convenient location for exploring Tenterden and nearby attractions.

Guests often praise

  • Warm and attentive hospitality from the host, enhancing the overall stay.
  • Comfortable, clean rooms with characterful decoration and thoughtful amenities.
  • Hearty and well-prepared breakfasts, frequently described as a highlight.
  • Quiet atmosphere despite the hotel’s location on a main road.
  • Convenient walking distance to Tenterden’s shops, bars, and restaurants.

Worth knowing

  • No on-site restaurant or fitness center available.
  • Some rooms may feel compact for longer stays, with limited workspace.
  • Accessible options and pool facilities are not provided.
  • Parking is free and off-road, which is appreciated by many guests.
  • Pet-friendly and smoke-free environment maintained throughout the property.

Best for

  • Visitors seeking a charming, characterful base near Kent’s wine regions and local attractions.
  • Guests who value personal, welcoming service and a homely atmosphere.
  • Travelers planning to explore historic sites and scenic countryside around Tenterden.
  • Those who prefer a quiet retreat with easy access to nearby dining and shopping.
  • Pet owners and families looking for a friendly, accommodating stay.
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About this property

Welcome to Little Dane Court

Little Dane Court is a well-rated hotel and retreat center located on Ashford Road in Tenterden, United Kingdom. The property maintains a quiet atmosphere despite its position on a main road, offering guests a peaceful environment with characterful features such as Oriental-themed décor and beautifully maintained gardens featuring bonsai trees. Feedback highlights comfortable beds, clean facilities, and welcoming service from the owner, contributing to a pleasant and accommodating stay.

The accommodation emphasizes practicality and comfort, with rooms equipped with essentials like bathroom toiletries and tea/coffee making facilities. Breakfast, often praised in reviews, is served on-site and includes traditional offerings such as a full English breakfast, fresh coffee, and fruit juices. While the property does not have a restaurant, fitness center, or swimming pool, it provides free Wi-Fi, free parking, and a pet- and kid-friendly environment making it suitable for families and pet owners.

Situated within walking distance to Tenterden High Street, the hotel offers easy access to local shops, bars, and restaurants. The location is also convenient for exploring nearby attractions including the Kent & East Sussex Railway, Bodiam Castle, and Sissinghurst Castle Garden, which are all popular among visitors. Being close to several airports such as Heathrow and Gatwick expands the convenience for travelers arriving by air.

Guests with interests in sightseeing, recreation, and exploring local culture will find Little Dane Court a good base. Reviews suggest it works well for those visiting regional vineyards and engaging with the surrounding countryside. The property is not fully accessible and lacks some facilities found in larger hotels, so guests prioritizing comprehensive amenities or accessibility might need to consider alternatives.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Pet-friendly
Kid-friendly
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Accessible
Pool
Restaurant
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

NC
Nina Chevalier Apr 06, 2026
10

A wonderful overnight stay at Little Dane Court, while visiting the local vineyard. Rod was very hospitable, facilities were excellent, breakfast was plentiful and the property was characterful with stunning gardens and easy off road parking. Situated in close walking distance to Tenterden High Street, bars and restaurants. Thoroughly recommend and will definitely visit again. Thank you from Nina and David.

KP
Kim Pollock Mar 26, 2026
10

What a wonderful charming place! I stayed 2 nights. Rod was such a great host and cook! I didn't realize breakfast was included (nice surprise) and had the best eggs and toast I have ever had! The shower had great water pressure and got nice and hot! There was even a small hand towel. Many places where I stayed in the UK only had big towels but I like to use hand towels to shower up. There are plenty of shops in town from restaurants, home decor stores and a couple of grocery stores. If you like to run, there is a foot path that goes for about 3 miles so I just did an out and back. Rod did provide another route but I missed the turn off so I probably could have gone further. Also, if you have a love for BIG cats (tigers, leopards, etc), there is the Big Cat Sanctuary about 20 min away but you need to book a tour as it is not open to the public. I would definitely stay here again!

DW
Dan Wakeman Feb 12, 2026
10

Really lovely place, the Oriental themes are a nice touch and not overdone. Bonsai trees in the garden are beautiful. Popped in very quickly for just the one night, wish we had time to stay a little longer and explore the area. Thanks Rod for the hospitality.

SB
Susan Barrett Feb 11, 2026
10

This is a lovely, friendly, clean hotel, with comfortable beds and all the facilities you need. Being an old building there are some fascinating nooks and crannies to investigate. We had a large bathroom with a shower and bath, and a dressing room! Even though the hotel is on the main road, we were amazed how quiet it was during the night and in the morning. The service from the owner was fantastic, he could not do enough for us. Thank you for an enjoyable stay.

TH
Troy H Feb 04, 2026
10

What a wonderful find!! Rod was a consummate host, the room was clean, pleasant, and the bed was supremely comfortable - better sleep than we got in either London or York hotels that cost more! We were in Kent for winery tours & tastings, and Tenterden made a fantastic "home base" for us. If you fancy a stay in the South Downs, highly recommend you choose Little Dane Court!

JM
Jill Meeres Jan 09, 2026
10

We stayed here with our daughter and son in law as we were booked onto the Tenterden Pullman for a celebratory dinner. Rod made us so welcome. The rooms were we’ll set up with tea/coffee, bathroom toiletries and beautifully decorated rooms. The beds were extremely comfortable and we slept very well. Breakfast (full English) was perfect with fresh coffee, fruit juices, toast and marmalades etc. nothing was too much trouble. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this B&B and come back again. Perfect location and a perfect host. Thank you Rod! Regards Jill and Nigel Meeres

VT
Victoria T Dec 30, 2025
10

We had a lovely stay at Little Dane whilst visiting the wine regions. Rod was friendly and very helpful with local suggestions for places to visit, especially less busy alternatives to the ones we were thinking of! The room was very comfortable and we enjoyed an excellent breakfast. The location of the guesthouse was very convenient, both for Tenterden (lots of lovely interesting shops) and places for drinks and dinner, but also only a couple of miles from Chapel Down and about 6 miles to Gusbourne. Rye was about 20 mins away.

BF
Becky Favre-Reynaud Dec 28, 2025
10

My husband and I were delighted with our stay (7 nights) at Little Dane Court. Rod was charming and gave us expert advice on visiting local sites, including restaurants and parking. We also enjoyed the hearty breakfast, served in a lovely, spacious room. Our room with twin beds was a bit tight for us, with no desk. But we enjoyed staying in this historic home.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Little Dane Court

Tenterden, United Kingdom

Based on sightseeing, recreation, and getting around

  • Tenterden Kent 10 min Walk
  • The Vine 6 min Walk
  • Old Post Office 1 min Walk
  • Heathrow Airport 1 hr 39 Car · 2 hr 35 Transit
  • London Gatwick Airport 1 hr 17 Car · 2 hr 44 Transit
  • London Stansted Airport 1 hr 44 Car · 2 hr 34 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

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