Award-winning vineyards
Some of England's best vineyards are right on the doorstep — Hush Heath (home of Balfour wines) and Herbert Hall among them — for tastings and lazy afternoons.
Marden, Kent, TN12
A bright studio apartment in the heart of the Kent countryside.
Sleeps 2up to 4 with the sofa bed
Self check-inarrive on your schedule
Parkingon-road & drive
Fast Wi-Fiwork or stream easily
Under 10 minwalk to the station
Balconyover the garden
Availability
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A bright, practical base in Marden village.
Have a look around: the bed, the kitchen, the shower room, and the balcony out over the garden. Tap any photo to see it larger.
Centre of the village
Under 10 minutes to the train.
A central Marden base close to the High Street, with an easy walk to the station for London, Canterbury, and wider Kent.
A few ideas for your stay — scroll for more.
Marden Sports Club
Cricket, tennis, padel and hockey, plus regular club events, a short walk away — a friendly slice of village life.
Cycling & e-bikes
Marden is very popular with cyclists — ride straight out into quiet lanes and countryside, with secure storage on site and a socket point for charging e-bikes.
Local yoga
Village yoga classes nearby, including Fox & Flow, if you fancy a stretch during your stay.
History & days out
Castles, gardens and historic towns — Leeds Castle, Sissinghurst and Canterbury are all within easy reach.
Onward to the continent
Handy for Eurostar and the Channel ports, so the studio works well as a first or last stop on a bigger trip.
Easy mid-week working
A calm, well-connected base for work around Maidstone, Tonbridge and Pattenden Lane — without staying in a town centre. Tenterden, Tunbridge Wells and Ashford are all around 30 minutes.
A day at the seaside
Hastings is about a 45-minute drive, and the big sandy beach at Camber Sands under an hour — an easy day trip to the coast.
Visiting friends & family
A comfortable spot for weekend visits and family occasions — close enough to see everyone, with your own space to come back to.
Facilities
Everything needed for a comfortable stay.
Practical extras for short visits, mid-week stays, and relaxed evenings back at the studio.
Fast Wi-FiReliable connection for working, streaming, and planning the week.
KitchenetteMicrowave, fridge, toaster and kettle, plus glasses, crockery and cutlery.
Hairdryer & mirrorHairdryer provided, together with a full-length mirror.
Wide-screen TVNetflix and Amazon ready for easy evenings in.
Proper heatingInfrared panel heating plus an oil-filled radiator — cosy on chilly nights.
Proper cooling fanA powerful, quiet fan for warm nights, plus lightweight sheets provided.
Family extrasBaby gate and travel cot available when needed.
BalconyTable, chairs and blankets — sunny by day, cosy in the evening.
Good to know
The practical bits for a smooth stay.
Arrival & check-in
Self check-in — we'll send the door code and simple directions before you arrive, so you can settle in on your own schedule. There's a guide in the studio with everything you need for your stay, and check-in and check-out times are confirmed when you book.
Getting here & parking
A short walk from Marden station if you're coming by train. Driving? There's quiet on-road parking, and by prior arrangement you can use the drive — it's shared with the main house, so just let us know when to expect you and we'll coordinate.
Wi-Fi & working
Fast, reliable Wi-Fi throughout, with a calm space to work from. The network name and password are waiting for you inside.
Quiet & restful
A genuinely quiet spot, with blackout curtains on both the French doors and the window — easy to make the room properly dark for a lie-in.
Families welcome
A safety gate at the top of the studio, an enclosed balcony, and a travel cot and socket covers available on request.
Boots & bikes
Somewhere to leave muddy boots to dry after a day out, secure storage for bikes, and a socket point for charging e-bikes.
FAQ
Useful details before you book.
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How close is the studio to Marden Station?
The station is about a 10-minute walk through the village, with direct trains for London and wider Kent.
Is there parking?
Yes. There's quiet on-road parking, and by prior arrangement you're welcome to use the drive — it's shared with the main house, so it just needs a little coordination. Let us know when you'll arrive and we'll sort it.
Food, takeaways and places to eat
Loads of good options within reach — a few of our favourites:
- Pubs & restaurants — The Unicorn does excellent food; for something top-notch, The Stile Bridge just outside the village is very good; and The West End at the bottom of the village does food too.
- Indian — Marden Tandoori is our top pick, genuinely excellent. Taj of Kent is another good one. Both are restaurants and do take-out and delivery.
- Chinese — Sun Kee is a good one that delivers. The Cherry Tree is a local Chinese takeaway in the village — not our first choice, but it does the job.
- Pizza — Pizza La Rocca brings its excellent pizza van to the village on Saturday evenings, parked in the library car park in the centre.
- Bakery — on Saturday mornings the Hunton Baker sets up a stall by the village club, opposite the garage — excellent bread, cakes and muffins. There's also a bakery in the village for sandwiches and pastries.
- Café — The Old Post Office Coffee House does great breakfasts and lunches and is a real favourite with cyclists.
Is there air conditioning?
No — but there's a really powerful fan, and with a window at one end and the French doors at the other you can pull a lovely cool draught straight through the studio.
Is it noisy?
Not at all — it's a very quiet spot. About the only thing you might hear is the little birds that gather in the hedge by the balcony.
Can I keep the room dark for a lie-in?
Yes. There are blackout curtains on both the French doors and the window, so you can make it properly dark even on bright summer mornings.
Is it suitable for children?
Yes. There's a safety gate across the top of the studio, and the balcony is completely enclosed and safe. A travel cot is available, and we can provide plug socket covers if you need them.
Is it suitable for older or less mobile guests?
It's an upstairs apartment with a pitched roof, and the shower room is on the floor below — but access between the two is very easy, and most guests have found it works well. Do ask if you'd like us to talk through the layout.
Is it suitable for local work trips?
Yes. It's well placed for Maidstone, Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells and village-based work, with fast Wi-Fi and a calm space to work from.
Can I work at Pattenden Lane?
Yes — the studio is handy for short work trips to Pattenden Lane and the surrounding business area.
Is there storage for bikes and e-bikes?
Yes — there's secure storage on site for bikes and e-bikes, so you can ride straight out into the lanes and countryside.
How do I get to Hush Heath?
Hush Heath Estate and its vineyard are a short drive away — easy for a tasting or a wander round the grounds, and they run a minibus into and out of the village too. We're happy to point you to the best route.
What's nearby in the village?
Marden has a village store, pubs, a restaurant, a cafe, the sports club and countryside routes all close by.
Guest reviews
What guests say about their stay.
A few recent reviews from guests who've stayed, via our Airbnb listing.
★★★★★
"Rob was so helpful and helped me a lot when I needed something. His home was cosy and clean, with a lovely balcony."
★★★★★
"We had booked a tour at Balfour Winery and needed somewhere close by to stay. The apartment was perfect for a short stay."
★★★★★
"Nice flat, ideal location — would recommend!"
★★★★★
"Great stay — perfect for two days in the village for work."
★★★★★
"Booked last minute, and Rob was very reactive. He even kindly gave us a lift to the airport. Many thanks!"
★★★★★
"Rob was super helpful all the way — a great host."
Contact
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Enquiries: enquiry@mardenstudio.co.uk
Bookings: booking@mardenstudio.co.uk