| set on 12 acres of woodland, this family-run, lake-view hotel dates from the 1930s and is a 17-minute walk from shorne woods country park, 1. regular entertainment nights are also held in the on-site function room. dining options include a casual bar, a more formal restaurant serving evening meals, and a private dining area. 9 miles off the m2 motorway and 4. some also have patio doors leading to lakeside terraces, while suites add 4-poster beds. 1 miles from gravesend. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. the straightforward rooms feature pine furniture and traditional decor, and come with wifi (fee), tvs, and tea and coffeemaking facilities
Heathrow Airport 1 hr 9
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