This character cottage in Bethersden, Kent, is set in lovely gardens that contain an innovative Armadilla “eco-pod”, already doing a roaring trade as an Airbnb holiday let.
The pod has a neat little kitchen, a double bed and shower room, while the Grade II-listed cottage boasts a mass of exposed beams, bespoke oak joinery throughout and an inviting wood burner in the sitting room.
There are three bedrooms, a wet room and bathroom, and Ashford International station nearby has fast trains to London and the Continent.
It's for sale for £500,000. Through Jackson-Stops (01580 471012).

