Hopkins at The Homestead

Beautifully laid out accommodation extremely clean great welcome pack.

Lovely comfortable property.

Lots of extra nice touches, i.e. charging station, automatic hoover , main light switch by bed. Comfy bed great size shower and tasty welcome starter pack.

Nice property, excellent welcome pack, comfortable, we had a very pleasant holiday.

Only minor comment, on holiday a dishwasher would have been nice.

We all enjoyed a really lovely week at Hopkins at the Homestead.

The property is well presented throughout with all you need to enjoy a relaxing stay or explore the local area. We would happily recommend this property to friends and family and would love to return in the future.

Brilliant in every way.

Sheila (owner) was most helpful in responding to a question I asked pre-arrival. In terms of equipment and Welcome Pack, this was one of the best holiday homes we have ever rented. The 'goodies' provided for our enjoyment kept us going for most of our stay. Beds very comfortable, layout of rooms perfect. Within an hour of leaving the accommodation we had booked our next stay. Thank you.

Had a wonderful stay everything you need, very clean and the welcome pack was very thoughtful and generous.

Well kept modern accom.

'She who must be obeyed' said it was the best one I had picked. We were short of nothing, very well equipped and I'm sure that our host would have provided if we were to ask, which we didn't have to :) Excellent welcome basket Very comfortable base for the week

We spent a week in this beautiful cottage and truly enjoyed our stay.

We were out exploring a lot, and every time we came back, it felt just like home. Everything we needed was there, and the welcome pack was very generous – such a lovely surprise!

Very clean and full of everything you might need.

Welcome pack was by far the best we have experienced. We only had 2 concerns, 1st was the hot water temperature.....almost scolding temp. 2nd was the heating, could do with proper instruction in welcome pack. We couldn't turn it down when it was quite warm outside. Had to open every window. But apart from that, we had a lovely time.

Our week in Church Hougham was wonderful.

The accommodation is cozily decorated and equipped with all conveniences. Upon arrival, Sheila, the owner, surprised us with a fantastic welcome package full of treats, including a chilled bottle of white wine! We couldn’t have felt more welcome. Our dog Sofie thoroughly enjoyed herself in the enclosed garden, and the privacy was excellent. In short: highly recommended!

We had a beautiful stay at Hopkins, it has everything you need in a lovely surrounding!

Thanks again for a lovely stay!

Very warm welcome from Sheila and a great welcome basket.

The location is quiet yet very close to the amenities of Dover and Folkestone The house is cozy and has all the necessary equipment for a pleasant stay. We spent 15 great days there. Thank you for everything Sheila

Lovely warm welcome at this cottage by the owner.

Welcome pack was the best we have ever seen in all of our cottage stays over the years, with quality clearly important to the owners. Cottage is incredibly well stocked, again quality crockery and utensils. Lovely and modern in a village we know well. Easy to get around the area for visits. Information was provided on what to do in the area. Our puppy enjoyed meeting the life -size sheep in the garden! A peaceful few days rest was had. Would definitely return in the future.

The property was very clean and comfortable and presented to a high standard and the welcome pack was fabulous.

I would certainly recommend it without hesitation.

Wonderful accommodation, well equipped, clean and the location is perfect, worthy of a 5 out of 5 rating.

We had the pleasure of staying at Hopkins and we were very well taken care of.

The host has thought of every tiny detail to make sure our stay was as comfortable as possible, we felt so at home and the house also had the most up to date appliances which was brilliant! The tourist attractions and towns like Folkstone and Cantenbury was a short drive away which made life so much easier. We will definitely be coming back and was an amazing weekend!

Owner was very welcoming, generous welcome pack and the cottage was lovely, comfortable and well equipped, it served as a great base for us to explore the local area.

Beautiful we’ll presented holiday home Fantastic welcome pack too

What a funtastic cottage/barn.

We could not fault it. The welcome pack provided by Sheila was first class. Highly recommended.

A lovely well thought out cottage Everything was perfect

Lovely property.

Clean and modern inside with everything you could ask for and more! The welcome pack was the best we have had at any of the properties we have ever rented. The host was helpful and welcoming, but never intrusive. Would definitely stay again if we holiday in this area.

Hopkins is a beautiful cottage.

Sheila the owner has clearly put a lot of time and thought into ensuring that guests have everything they need for a relaxing and enjoyable stay. It is immaculately clean, with really comfy beds, beautiful linens and decor and is really cosy. The welcome packs for both us and our 7 year old son were amazing, as noted by other guests they are incredibly generous, such a nice extra touch. A lot of hosts could learn a thing or 2 from Sheila! She welcomed us when we arrived and checked everything was OK when we left which was really thoughtful. As well as being a lovely place to stay the cottage is also in a great location, a very quick drive to Folkestone and Dover and the stunning Samphire Hoe. I highly recommend Hopkins to anyone looking for somewhere to stay in this area.

A superb property, only a few months old, with every amenity.

A welcome pack was provided - the best we have ever received, comprising the usual bread & milk but also jam, marmalade, butter, scones & clotted cream - mostly from M&S - also tasty eggs from the hens on site - together with 2 x welcome packs for young children who joined us for a couple of days during our stay. Even the toilet rolls were good quality - Andrex. Sheila, the owner, lives in the adjoining property. She was very attentive and always available in case of queries. The garden was teeming with birds, all the usual varieties but also a kestrel. We stayed for 28 nights while our home was unavailable in January and hope to return again next year. The main bed was extremely comfortable as were the two singles on the first floor. The children enjoyed the upstairs bedroom which they treated as their "den". The location is very quiet with only local traffic.

A Perfect Stay at Hopkins Homestead – Truly Five Stars!

Our stay at Hopkins Homestead was absolutely incredible and exceeded every expectation we had. From the moment we arrived, it was clear that a lot of thought and care had gone into making this accommodation special. The property itself was spacious, immaculately clean, and beautifully maintained—offering the perfect balance of comfort and style. The welcome pack was a delightful touch and set the tone for our stay. We were greeted with freshly baked scones, a loaf of fresh bread, creamy butter, homemade jams, and even a bottle of Prosecco (or a similar lovely red wine—it was such a thoughtful treat!). These little extras made us feel immediately at home and incredibly pampered. Sheila, the host, was simply amazing. She was warm, welcoming, and always happy to help. Knowing she was right next door and ready to assist if we needed anything gave us such peace of mind. Her hospitality really added to the experience, and it’s clear she genuinely cares about her guests. The location was another highlight. Hopkins Homestead is conveniently close to Dover, which has so much to offer. The city centre is charming and filled with great shopping options, lovely restaurants, and a variety of things to do. Dover Beach is just a short drive away, perfect for a relaxing stroll by the sea. The surrounding area also boasts plenty of walking trails, amusement parks for family fun, and scenic spots to explore. We left feeling completely refreshed and so impressed with the level of care and attention to detail that Hopkins Homestead provides. If you’re looking for a peaceful retreat with easy access to everything Dover has to offer, this is the place to be. We couldn’t recommend it more highly—this is truly a five-star experience!

Absolutely brilliant place to be.

Extremely generous welcome pack and immaculate and creative comfort and decor. The property owner couldn't do enough for us and really wanted our feedback for suggestions for improvements, which in our book were only very minor. This new property is working hard to be Eco friendly without compromising on comfort and we shall certainly be going back.