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Holiday & leisure stays

Holiday Lets & Short Staysin Kent.

Short stay homes across Kent and South East England — including Sittingbourne, Maidstone, Chatham, Gillingham.

Make Kent the easy part of your trip. Our holiday homes are styled, spotless and stocked with everything you need to relax — from premium linen to fast Wi-Fi and local guides curated by our team.

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Holiday & leisure stays

The holiday & leisure experience, designed properly.

Every holiday & leisure stay is set up specifically for this kind of guest — not a generic short-let template. Here's what that looks like in Kent.

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Private holiday homes, not hotel rooms

Holiday & Leisure guests get the space and privacy of a whole home in Kent: separate bedrooms, a comfortable living area, a proper kitchen, laundry facilities and room for everyone to relax together after a day out.

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Built around short breaks and family trips

The stay is set up for real leisure travel, with self check-in, hotel-quality linen, smart TVs, fast Wi-Fi, family essentials on request, flexible arrival support and clear guest information before you travel.

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Direct booking support

Book direct with AV Property for clear pricing, help choosing the right home, simple communication before arrival and a local team available throughout your stay.

What's included

Everything sorted in every holiday & leisure stay.

Hotel-quality finish

Fresh linen, plush towels and a fully stocked welcome basket on arrival.

Self check-in

Smart-lock or keysafe access — arrive on your schedule, no front-desk queues.

Fast Wi-Fi & smart TVs

Stream what you love and stay connected throughout your stay.

5★ guest support

Our local team is one message away if you need anything during your visit.

Included as standard
  • Hotel-quality linen & towels
  • Toiletries & welcome basket
  • Fully equipped kitchen
  • Smart TV with streaming
  • Fibre Wi-Fi
  • Heating & hot water
  • Hairdryer & iron
  • Travel cot on request
Ideal for
  • Couples & weekend breaks
  • Families on holiday
  • Friend groups
  • Event & match weekends
How it works

From enquiry to keys in your hand.

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Browse & enquire

Pick a home you love or message the team with your dates and group.

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Confirm direct

Lock in lower-than-OTA pricing and clear, written terms — no booking fees.

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Self check-in

Smart-lock or keysafe code arrives the day before. Walk in any time after 4pm.

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Enjoy & unwind

Local guide in the home, team a message away if you need anything.

Spotless, beautifully kitted out and the check-in could not have been easier. We'll be back next summer.
Hannah & Mark
Family of four, 4-night stay · Kent
What guests ask us for

The most common Kent enquiries — and what we can cover.

Parking, pets and practicalities

Most of our Kent homes come with parking, a washing machine and a proper kitchen, and several are pet friendly — filter on what you actually need rather than hoping a hotel has it.

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Close to where you need to be

Looking for serviced accommodation near me in Kent? Send us the site, office or hospital postcode and we will put you in the closest home we have.

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Long stays and monthly bookings

If you are searching for a long term Airbnb or a monthly stay in Kent, book the same homes direct — 28 night lets and 30 day rentals at a discounted long-stay rate.

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Guide: serviced apartments vs hotels for long stays

Not listed? Send us the dates, the number of guests and the postcode you need to be near in Kent and we will tell you honestly whether we can cover it.

Kent local knowledge

Who books holiday lets & short stays in Kent, and where we host.

Why guests need holiday lets & short stays in Kent

Coast and countryside breaks — Whitstable, Herne Bay and the Isle of Sheppey, Canterbury and the Kent Downs, plus families visiting relatives across the county.

Getting around Kent

Kent is stitched together by the M2, M20 and A249, with high-speed services from Ebbsfleet, Ashford and the Medway towns into London St Pancras in under an hour, plus the Channel ports at Dover and Folkestone and Gatwick around 90 minutes west.

Areas we host in

  • Sittingbourne
  • Maidstone
  • Medway towns
  • Faversham
  • Isle of Sheppey
  • Ashford

Also covering nearby

Guests booking holiday lets & short stays in Kent regularly commute to Sittingbourne, Maidstone, Chatham, Gillingham, Faversham, Sheerness, Canterbury. Tell us the site or office postcode and we'll suggest the closest home with parking.

Holiday & Leisure in Kent

Holiday Lets & Short Stays in Kentshort stay homes explained.

Our Holiday & Leisure stays in Kent are designed for guests who want more than a bed for the night. You get a complete private home with space to cook, unwind, sleep properly and enjoy the trip at your own pace. That makes AV Property a strong choice for weekend breaks, family holidays, wedding stays, event weekends, visiting relatives and relaxed short stays where comfort matters.

Each home is prepared before arrival with fresh linen, towels, toiletries, fast Wi-Fi, a smart TV, heating, kitchen essentials and clear check-in instructions. Guests can arrive without waiting for a reception desk, settle in quickly and use the property like a home from the first evening.

Holiday & Leisure accommodation works particularly well for families and groups because everyone can stay together. Instead of booking several hotel rooms, you can share one living space, prepare breakfast before heading out, put children to bed in separate rooms and enjoy a quieter, more flexible stay.

The kitchen is fully equipped for proper self-catering, with cookware, crockery, glassware, cutlery and appliances ready to use. Laundry facilities make longer leisure breaks easier, especially for families, guests travelling for events or anyone who prefers to pack light.

AV Property focuses on simple, reliable guest communication. Before arrival you receive the key information you need, and during the stay our team is available if you have a question or need help. The aim is a smooth holiday stay without uncertainty, hidden complications or poor support.

For SEO and guest clarity, this page is specifically about Holiday & Leisure accommodation in Kent: short-stay homes for relaxation, family trips, weekend visits and leisure travel, with the privacy of a home and the standards expected from professionally managed serviced accommodation.

Near the sites that matter

Accommodation near Kent’s main employers and project sites.

These are the Kent sites our guests most often work on. Send us the postcode you need to be near and we will tell you which of our homes is closest.

Kemsley paper mill (DS Smith)

Shutdown, maintenance and engineering crews on one of Kent's largest industrial sites, minutes off the A249.

Stays near Kemsley paper mill

Sheerness Docks & Isle of Sheppey

Port, steel and logistics contracts, with parking on site at the property for vans and pickups.

Stays near Sheerness Docks

Medway towns & Chatham Docks

Marine, construction and public-sector work across Chatham, Gillingham and Rochester.

Stays near Medway towns

M2 / M20 / A249 highways & rail

National Highways and Network Rail crews covering north and mid Kent, often for several weeks at a time.

Stays near M2

Maidstone & county offices

Consultants and public-sector project teams on Maidstone contracts, with fast trains to London when needed.

Stays near Maidstone
Who books these stays

Find the booking that looks like yours.

Families & groups

Groups wanting more space than a hotel for a Kent break, with a kitchen and a living room.

Whole home, travel cot and highchair on request, parking on most homes.

Event & match weekends

Guests in for a fixture, a raceday, a concert or a family occasion nearby.

Two-night minimum on most weekends, self check-in at any hour.

Couples & short breaks

Quieter midweek stays using Kent as an affordable base for the wider region.

Free cancellation up to 30 days before arrival, direct rates below the platforms.

Visiting family

Relatives who want their own front door rather than a spare room or a travel lodge.

Weekly discounts, linen and towels included, local team on the phone.

The practical detail

Parking, Wi-Fi and everything else you were about to ask.

No guessing and no surprises on arrival in Kent. If something here matters to your stay, say so when you enquire and we will match you to the right home.

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Parking
Free on-site or on-street parking at most homes — tell us if you need space for a van.
Wi-Fi
Full-fibre broadband in every property, fast enough for video calls and remote work.
Workspace
A desk or dining table set up to work from, with lamps and plenty of sockets.
Kitchen
Full kitchen with oven, hob, fridge-freezer, dishwasher in most homes, and cooking basics.
Laundry
Washing machine in the property; linen and towels changed on longer stays.
Check-in
Self check-in with a keysafe or smart lock, so late arrivals are never a problem.
Minimum stay
Usually two nights, three on peak weekends.
Pets
Several homes are pet friendly — ask before booking and we will match you to one.
Housekeeping
Professionally cleaned before every arrival.
Payment
Card or bank transfer for Kent bookings; company and insurer bookings can be set up on invoice terms with VAT receipts.
Also covered nearby

Towns within easy reach of our Kent homes.

Plenty of guests base themselves in Kent and commute a short distance to a job or an office in one of these towns.

Holiday & Leisure in SittingbourneMaidstoneChathamGillinghamFavershamSheernessCanterbury
FAQs

Holiday & Leisure in Kent — answered.

Can't see your question? WhatsApp our team on +44 7457 428261 — most replies under an hour.

What's the minimum stay for a holiday let in Kent?

Most homes accept stays from two nights, with three to four nights preferred over busy weekends, school holidays and major event dates. Message us if you only need a single night and we'll see what we can do.

Are your Kent holiday homes family and child friendly?

Yes — most properties include a travel cot and high chair on request, blackout blinds in bedrooms, stair gates where needed and child-safety basics throughout. Let us know ages on booking and we'll prep the home accordingly.

Can we bring a dog?

We have a selection of dog-friendly holiday homes with enclosed gardens, hard floors and walking routes from the door. Filter on the homes page or message the team and we'll point you to the right property and confirm any small pet fee.

How do we check in?

Self check-in via a smart-lock code or keysafe sent the day before arrival. No queueing at a desk, no waiting on a host — arrive any time after 4pm and let yourself in. Earlier arrivals are usually possible if the home is free.

Is parking included?

Most properties include free on-site driveway parking or unrestricted street parking right outside. Each listing notes the exact arrangement and any nearby paid options for second cars.

Can you recommend things to do in Kent?

Absolutely — every home has a curated welcome guide with our team's favourite restaurants, pubs, walks, beaches, attractions and family days out. Message us before you arrive and we'll send tailored picks for your group.

What is the minimum stay for a short break in Kent?

Usually two nights, or three across peak weekends and event dates in Kent. Midweek is where the best value sits.

Can I pay by invoice for a Kent stay?

Yes. Company, insurer and relocation-agent bookings can be set up on invoice terms — we accept purchase orders and issue VAT invoices. We will confirm the terms with you when we quote.

Is there parking at your Kent properties?

Most of our Kent homes have free on-site or on-street parking. Tell us what you are driving — a van or a pickup sometimes needs a specific property — and we will match you to one that works.

Can I extend a Kent booking once I am already in?

Usually yes, and you would stay in the same property rather than moving. Let us know as early as you can and we will hold the dates; longer stays move onto weekly or monthly rates.

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