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The Oast, Leeds Village

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The Oast is a converted oast house in Linton, Kent. This traditional barn conversion features original brick walls and exposed timber beams throughout. The property sits in rural countryside with views across open fields and orchards. Inside you'll find a wood-burning stove in the main living area.

The barn sits in two acres of private gardens. You can see apple orchards and farmland from every window. The location gives you proper Kent countryside without being isolated.

The Oast sleeps six across three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The ground floor has an open-plan kitchen and dining area with barn doors opening onto the garden.

About The Oast

The Oast is a converted oast house in Linton, Kent. This traditional barn conversion features original brick walls and exposed timber beams throughout. The property sits in rural countryside with views across open fields and orchards. Inside you'll find a wood-burning stove in the main living area.

The barn sits in two acres of private gardens. You can see apple orchards and farmland from every window. The location gives you proper Kent countryside without being isolated.

The Oast sleeps six across three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The ground floor has an open-plan kitchen and dining area with barn doors opening onto the garden. Upstairs there's a sitting room with the original timber frame visible and a mezzanine reading area.

Leeds Castle is 4 miles away (10 minutes). Maidstone town centre is 6 miles (15 minutes). The historic village of Sutton Valence sits 3 miles away (8 minutes). Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest is 15 miles (25 minutes).

The Oast works brilliantly for families wanting space to spread out and couples after a proper countryside retreat.

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Original Oast House Character

Authentic converted oast house with exposed brickwork and timber beams creating a distinctive Kent barn conversion full of original agricultural features.

Wood-Burning Stove

Cosy wood burner in the main living space provides warmth and atmosphere during cooler evenings in this rural countryside setting.

Two Acres of Private Gardens

Extensive private grounds with mature trees and lawn areas offer complete privacy and space for children and dogs to explore.

Open-Plan Living Spaces

Spacious kitchen and dining area with barn doors opening directly onto gardens creates seamless indoor-outdoor living throughout your stay.

Rural Kent Countryside Views

Surrounded by working orchards and farmland with uninterrupted views across fields providing a genuine escape from everyday life.

Mezzanine Reading Area

Quiet upper-level space with visible timber frame structure offers a peaceful retreat for reading or simply enjoying the barn's architectural features.

Getting To The Oast

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach The Oast by car, take the A229 towards Linton and follow signs for the village centre. The barn conversion is easily accessible with convenient off-road parking within the private grounds upon arrival.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Maidstone East, just 6 miles away with regular services to London. From there, it's a short taxi ride through the Kent countryside to your barn conversion.

Off-road parking for multiple cars
Maidstone East station (6 miles)
Easily accessible from the A229

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Leeds Castle
Distance: 4 miles
ME17 1PL
Sutton Valence Castle
Distance: 3 miles
ME17 3AG
Bedgebury National Pinetum
Distance: 15 miles
TN17 2SL
Greensand Way Trail
Distance: 2 miles
ME17 3AG
Len Valley Walk
Distance: 5 miles
ME17 2AE
Linton Orchards Footpaths
Distance: 0.5 miles
ME17 1PL
Maidstone Town Centre
Distance: 6 miles
ME14 1DT
Tesco Superstore Maidstone
Distance: 5 miles
ME15 9YT
Linton Village Shop
Distance: 0.3 miles
ME17 4AW
Maidstone East Railway Station
Distance: 6 miles
ME15 6AU
Headcorn Aerodrome
Distance: 8 miles
TN27 9HX
Staplehurst Railway Station
Distance: 7 miles
TN12 0QN
Leeds Castle
Distance: 4 miles
ME17 1PL
Sutton Valence Castle
Distance: 3 miles
ME17 3AG
Bedgebury National Pinetum
Distance: 15 miles
TN17 2SL
Greensand Way Trail
Distance: 2 miles
ME17 3AG
Len Valley Walk
Distance: 5 miles
ME17 2AE
Linton Orchards Footpaths
Distance: 0.5 miles
ME17 1PL
Maidstone Town Centre
Distance: 6 miles
ME14 1DT
Tesco Superstore Maidstone
Distance: 5 miles
ME15 9YT
Linton Village Shop
Distance: 0.3 miles
ME17 4AW
Maidstone East Railway Station
Distance: 6 miles
ME15 6AU
Headcorn Aerodrome
Distance: 8 miles
TN27 9HX
Staplehurst Railway Station
Distance: 7 miles
TN12 0QN

Is The Oast Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families
Children have two acres of private gardens to explore at The Oast with plenty of lawn space for games and outdoor play. The rural Kent setting means they can experience proper countryside life surrounded by orchards and farmland. Leeds Castle is just 4 miles away offering family activities and grounds to explore. The barn's layout gives families space to spread out comfortably.
Groups Will Love...
The Oast retains its authentic oast house structure with original exposed brickwork visible throughout the conversion. Timber beams cross the ceilings and the distinctive round shape of the traditional hop-drying barn remains intact. The mezzanine level showcases the timber frame construction beautifully. These original agricultural features create a genuine barn conversion experience that connects you to Kent's hop-growing heritage.
Pet Friendly
The Oast welcomes dogs and provides an excellent setting for them with two acres of private enclosed gardens to explore safely. The rural Kent countryside location means you can walk straight from the property into fields and orchards. Multiple footpaths start nearby including the Greensand Way just 2 miles away. The barn's layout and outdoor space make it ideal for families travelling with pets.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at The Oast

The Bull Inn Linton

Located 0.4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: ME17 4AW

The Windmill Hollingbourne

Located 3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: ME17 1TR

The Pepper Box Inn

Located 4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: ME18 5NB

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about The Oast

Is The Oast pet friendly?
Yes, The Oast welcomes dogs and the two acres of private gardens provide excellent space for them to run around. The rural location means you can walk straight out into Kent countryside from the property.
What original barn features does The Oast have?
This converted oast house retains exposed brick walls throughout and original timber beams in the ceiling. The mezzanine level showcases the timber frame structure and the property maintains its distinctive round oast house shape.
How many people does The Oast sleep?
The barn sleeps six guests across three bedrooms with two bathrooms. The layout includes ground floor living spaces and first floor bedrooms with a mezzanine area.
What is the kitchen like at The Oast?
The open-plan kitchen and dining area occupies the ground floor with barn doors opening onto the garden. It's fully equipped for self-catering and connects directly to the outdoor spaces.
Where exactly is The Oast located?
The barn sits in Linton village in Kent, surrounded by apple orchards and farmland. You're 6 miles from Maidstone and 4 miles from Leeds Castle with countryside views in every direction.
Is there parking at The Oast?
Yes, the property provides off-road parking for multiple vehicles within the grounds. Access is straightforward from the main road through the village.
What can children do at The Oast?
The two acres of private gardens give children plenty of space to play outdoors safely. The rural setting means they can explore nature and the property is close to family attractions like Leeds Castle.
What's the nearest train station to The Oast?
Maidstone East station is approximately 6 miles away with regular services to London. You'll need a car or taxi to reach the property from the station as it's in a rural location.

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