Situated in the North Downs and only ten minutes from Folkestone, Pigeonwood House is the original farmhouse of the local area. Dating back to 1769, it offers free Wi-Fi throughout and free secure parking for cars and bikes. The Channel Tunnel is just 7 minutes’ drive away. With views across rural countryside, towards the Channel to France, the homely rooms offer a TV, radio, dressing table, and tea and coffee making facilities. The en suite bathrooms have a hairdryer. In the mornings, Pigeonwood House serves full English breakfast. Renowned for its white cliffs, Dover is just 15 minutes’ drive away and offers shops and restaurants. In an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the peaceful Pigeonwood House offers spectacular countyside views, stretching across the sea towards France. Guests can enjoy scenic walks along the Saxon Shore Way and the North Downs Way, to the Kent village of Etchinghill. The historic city of Canterbury is just 15 miles away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
9.2
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  • Linda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It is a beautiful house and very comfortable. I love the guest lounge where we were able to relax after our long journey and to await our Let’s Eat meal. The host is charming and suggested that we eat our meal in the breakfast room and provided...
  • Jacqui
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location was perfect. Breakfast excellent and Mary our host was lovely. Room comfortable , shower hot. Beautiful views from our window.
  • Mike
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fantastic property. Like a genuine home from home.
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Pigeonwood House
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Living Area
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    General
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Pigeonwood House takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 13:00 to 22:30

    Check-out

    From 08:00 to 12:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Maestro Mastercard Visa Solo Cash Bankcard Pigeonwood House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Pigeonwood House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Pigeonwood House

    • Guests staying at Pigeonwood House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Full English/Irish

    • Check-in at Pigeonwood House is from 13:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

    • Pigeonwood House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • The prices at Pigeonwood House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

      • Room options at Pigeonwood House include:

        • Double
        • Twin/Double
        • Twin

      • Pigeonwood House is 1.7 miles from the centre of Folkestone. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

      • Yes, Pigeonwood House is popular with guests booking family stays.