Little Silver Country hotel is an elegant Tudor-style house set within its own landscaped gardens in the lovely Weald of Kent. It retains all the warmth and charm of its origins, whilst providing a range of 21st century comforts. The cosy 40-ft long oak beamed sitting room has blazing log fires in winter.

Breakfast, light lunches and tea are served in the orangery overlooking the spectacular gardens. These include well kept lawns, graceful statuary, herbaceous borders, a pond and waterfall and a Kentish lych-gate. Some of the 16 traditionally furnished bedrooms have four-poster beds; suites have luxury bathrooms and whirlpool baths. The boutique-style Platinum Suite on the top floor has won accolades for its round bed and contemporary design.

The well-appointed restaurant offers a good selection of dishes concentrating on local ingredients. The octagonal Kent Hall, built in the style of a Kentish oast-house, makes a unique wedding venue. This picturesque hotel is well placed for visiting the many National Trust gardens, houses and castles in the area with the medieval town of Rye and the city of Canterbury within easy reach.

The M20 and Ashford International Station, with high speed rail links to Europe, are also nearby.

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