On arrival, cross the courtyard to Kingshill Barn, where our team will be waiting to welcome you. You will be given a map and directions to your accommodation.
If you are arriving past 7pm, our team may not be on site to greet you. Instead, we will issue you a Self Check-in email with details on how to find your accommodation. Your key will be left in the kitchen. Use the 'What 3 words' below to find Elmley Cottage:
what3words; ///coconut.roosters.recliner
Please use the map and our self help guides for further information. Our team will be available onsite from 8am-7pm should you have any questions or want to come and say hello.
In the kitchen you will find a complimentary welcome pack, including; bread, milk, butter, local apple juice, marshmallows, breakfast tea and freshly ground coffee.
All taps in the Cottage and around the farmyard provide safe drinking water so we encourage you to bring a reusable water bottle.
Downstairs offers an open living space and kitchen, making the most of the views over the marsh. The oven is a gas rangemaster, and in the utility room is a microwave and toaster, as well as 60/40 fridge freezer. The kitchen contains all pots and pans and other cookware you would need. Please leave everything as you would expect to find it.
Outside you will find the gas BBQ (during the summer months) for you to enjoy during your stay.
Please separate out rubbish and recycling and leave it in the utility room, we will pick this up or ask one of the team. Here on the reserve we have:
-General waste (including food waste)
-Recycling (paper, cardboard & plastics)
-Glass
Replacement black sacks are found under the sink with the cleaning materials.
There is also a dishwasher fitted in the utility room. There is a washing-up sink in the kitchen, and also in the utility room, with environmentally friendly washing up liquid and sponges.
Tablets are provided for the dishwasher and washing machine. Please note there is no tumble dryer.
There are five bedrooms in the Cottage, one downstairs and four upstairs. Unless twins are requested beforehand, the rooms will each have a double or kingsize, with one room having two singles. If your stay is for three or more nights, our housekeeping team are happy to come in and change the bedding for you. We require 24 hours notice, but please do ask a member of our team for costs and details.
Elmley Cottage has two family bathrooms, and one en-suite in the master bedroom. The upstairs bathroom is complete with an over-bath shower, and the downstairs bathroom has a walk-in shower. Towels and robes are provided. We also provide gorgeous natural products by VERDEN, in full size bottles for use throughout your stay.
Low-wattage hairdryers are provided. As we generate our own electricity we request that you are mindful of excessive electrical use.
Please note we are not able to charge electric cars onsite. The nearest fast charging point can be found at the local BP petrol station, around 10 minutes from us.
Please remove muddy boots before entering, and leave in the utility room, along with any wet clothing.
There is a wifi TV in the living area, please feel free to log in to your preferred streaming service (just don't forget to log out when you leave!).
4G can be picked up across the reserve, but we do recommend you switch off and soak up the nature around you.
The Cottage has password-access wifi.
The main living area has an effective gas fire. For Autumn and Winter stays the pilot light will be lit for your arrival, to turn it on and adjust the temperature, use the hidden dials underneath the right-hand edge.
For evenings toasting marshmallows, you'll find the fire pit outside the French doors. Firewood, matches and firelighters are provided. If you need a firewood top up, you can purchase more from Reception for £15.
Children are very welcome at Elmley and in the Cottage. Please do let us know numbers and we'll set the house up with child friendly plates, cups and cutlery along with high chairs and cots. We can provide travel cots and high chairs if required. Please do ask if you would like anything before your arrival.