Patricias Property

HOTEL OVERVIEW

You know what? I’ll be honest – when I first pulled up to Patricia’s Property on Thorne Hill Road, I wasn’t quite sure what I was getting into. It’s tucked away in the Warden Spring caravan park area, which sounds a bit rough around the edges, but actually turned out to be this surprisingly charming spot that’s nothing like what you’d expect from typical Sheerness accommodations.

The thing about Patricia’s is that it’s completely its own beast – no official star rating because, well, it just doesn’t fit into those neat little categories. The owner (Patricia, obviously) has created something that feels more like staying at your quirky aunt’s house than a standard hotel, and I mean that in the best possible way. The rooms have this eclectic mix of vintage furniture and modern touches that somehow works perfectly together. Mine had this gorgeous old writing desk by the window where you could actually see across to the Thames Estuary on clear days. The bed was incredibly comfortable – not too soft, not too firm – and honestly, the linens were better quality than I’ve found at some fancy London hotels. What really got me though was the attention to detail: fresh flowers in a mason jar, locally made biscuits wrapped in brown paper, and this hand-written welcome note that mentioned specific recommendations for the area.

Patricia clearly knows Sheerness inside and out, and she’s not shy about sharing that knowledge. She pointed me toward this brilliant little fish and chips place on the High Street that I never would have found otherwise, and gave me the heads up about the best times to visit the nearby Elmley Nature Reserve (early morning, apparently, when the birds are most active). The location itself is actually pretty clever – you’re close enough to walk into town center in about fifteen minutes, but far enough out that you don’t get the noise from the ferry terminal or the main roads. Parking’s easy and free, which is more than you can say for most coastal spots these days. The only minor thing I’d mention is that the walls are a bit thin, so if you’re a light sleeper, pack some earplugs – though to be fair, most of the other guests seemed to be the type who turn in early anyway. Check-in was refreshingly personal too – no standing around a sterile lobby counter, just Patricia meeting you with genuine enthusiasm and showing you around like you’re a proper guest, not just another booking number. It’s the kind of place that makes you remember why you started traveling in the first place.