In an area once known as “the beehive” because something was always happening, the Kent Station area is still a hub of activity. The restaurant next door plays live music, Kent’s quaint shops and restaurants are a two-minute walk away, the town library is across the street, and, in true rail station fashion, a freight train occasionally rumbles by. The three cottages are each unique in size and layout, but they share an eclectic, casual, cozy ambiance. These family friendly and pet friendly residences are perfect for getting away while still feeling connected to everything happening in town.
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Recently remodeled and newly open, we were so lucky to find this place for our family of 4. Plenty of room in The Bunk House and when traveling with kids, so great to have a full kitchen. (They have other units in the same collection, we were able to get a peek at a couple and they look thoughtfully remodeled too). Everything at this property is Instagram worthy, with very cute details throughout. Super clean and comfortable. And they had all the amenities we needed, from the fully outfitted kitchen, to toiletries and robes in the baths. Great water pressure, comfortable beds. The set up with the loft area for the kids was perfect too. They had their own cozy space, but there was plenty of communal space to hang out and play downstairs. Next time, we will bring our pup. The place allows dogs, and there is a built-in bed and bowls for him - they thought of everything! No evidence that it’s a dog-friendly place (like a smell) even though I see a review where people had a dog there right before our stay. But maybe the best part about this place is the ideal location. We were visiting family nearby, and we loved the quaint town of Kent. We went to a cute farmer’s market, took a kid-friendly, easy hike to a picturesque waterfall, did some shopping on Main Street. There are plenty of restaurants within walking distance, for those times you don’t want to cook (it’s a vacation, after all). The grounds are beautiful, there’s space outside to relax, read or grab some picnic food to eat outside and enjoy the weather. People from the town are friendly and pass the vibe-check. They are quick with a recommendation for hikes or restaurants. Felt safe to have our kids run around on their own for a bit. Wi-fi included so we could plan our activities, find places to eat, stream entertainment, or even work if you need to. We will return. So happy to have found a perfect spot when we are visiting this area.
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Date of stay: July 2023
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Response from Kent Collection, Owner at The Kent Collection | The Garden Cottages
Responded 6 Jul 2023
TravelsWith2boys, We are overjoyed to read your glowing review of your stay at The Kent Collection | The Garden Cottages | The Bunkhouse. Your kind words and detailed account truly capture the atmosphere and experiences we strive to provide for our guests. We're delighted to hear that The Bunkhouse provided the perfect accommodation for your family of four, offering both the convenience of a full kitchen and the comfort of our thoughtfully designed spaces. Your compliments about the cleanliness, comfort, and cute details throughout our property are truly appreciated. Our location within the charming town of Kent is indeed something we are proud of, and we're glad to hear that you were able to enjoy the local attractions, restaurants, and beautiful outdoors during your stay. It's wonderful to know that our outdoor spaces provided a relaxing environment for you and your family. We are so pleased to hear that you're planning to return and bring your pup next time! We aim to make all our guests, including our four-legged ones, feel right at home. Your positive feedback means a lot to us and reinforces our commitment to providing exceptional hospitality. Thank you for choosing The Kent Collection | The Garden Cottages | The Bunkhouse, and we eagerly look forward to welcoming you and your family back in the future. Warm regards, The Kent Collection
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I can’t say enough GREAT things!! This is your new home away from home. The bunk house is simply magical. ✨ The furniture and design details make it such a luxurious, cozy getaway. The house is spacious and stocked with everything you could ever want. The kitchen is fully equipped to cook full meals. We stayed with our toddler and bernedoodle, and it’s very baby/ toddler AND dog friendly. There’s even a dog house and dog bowls!! The cabins are right in town which is very convenient- all restaurants are in walking distance. Kent really is the perfect weekend escape- great food, hiking, shopping, art and The Kent Collection! If you’re thinking about staying DO IT! You won’t regret it!!!
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Date of stay: April 2023
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Response from Kent Collection, Owner at The Kent Collection | The Garden Cottages
Responded 8 May 2023
katherinebQ9521OO, Thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience at The Kent Collection | The Garden Cottages. We're delighted to hear that you found our Bunkhouse to be a comfortable and welcoming retreat for your family, including your toddler and Bernedoodle. That’s exactly what we were trying to create when we restored and modernized these buildings from the 1800’s It's great to know that the well-equipped kitchen and convenient location close to local attractions contributed to your stay. We're glad that you were able to take advantage of the nearby restaurants, hiking trails, shopping, and art galleries. We look forward to welcoming you back to The Kent Collection | The Garden Cottages for another enjoyable stay in the future.
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