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Owls:
Overlooking the cobbled courtyard is the
entrance to Owls Cottage, one of the three 'bird' cottages
named in honour of the earlier inhabitants of the Long Barn.
During World War II, in the run-up to the D Day landings
of 1944, Kingston was occupied by up to 360 American servicemen,
one such solidier being Bob Wells who celebrated his 19th
birthday upstairs in the Long Barn (he has since presented
his medals to Kingston which are now on display in the Library).
The sitting room has great character with its' stone fireplace
complete with electric 'woodburner' for the chilly times
of year and long window overlooking the garden.
The ground floor is open plan and airy, with the kitchen being separated from
the dining/sitting room by the wooden bar. Every cottage at Kingston has a traditional
pine dresser and is equipped with everything you might need to cook, whether
a simple snack, or a fully fledged dinner party. Upstairs the master bedroom
has a four poster bed hung with a pretty glazed chintz and a wash closet, whilst
the second bedroom has a delightful view of the 18th Century style Court garden,
and the main house itself.
To see a floorplan of a typical two bedroom
cottage, click here.
To enquire about the availability of
this accommodation or request a booking click here.
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