Rhodes Minnis, a quaint village in Kent, may sound like a small Greek holiday spot, but it has much more to offer than just an intriguing name. The village, located just 90 minutes from London, is home to an animal sanctuary and tea room named after a Jack Russell called Lord Whisky. Adding to its charm, the village boasts a pub that never served a pint or even opened its doors - instead, it's a stunning home known as Flint Cottage.
With only around 100 homes, Rhodes Minnis offers a close-knit community where everyone knows each other. Its location is ideal, nestled in the heart of the countryside near the coast and the foodie haven of Canterbury, as well as the trendy town of Folkestone. It's also surrounded by beautiful walking trails.
If you're wondering how this village got such a unique name, 'Minnis' is thought to have referred to common land used for grazing. Approaching Rhodes Minnis, you're greeted by hedgerows, trees, stone walls, manicured lawns and houses ranging from white weatherboarded to flint, red brick and wood, to more modern styles. Many of these homes are elevated, offering breathtaking rural views.
At the 'centre' of the hamlet, which is simply a crossroads, stands the property built to be a pub that never was, reports Kent Live . This is clearly a place where animal welfare is held in high regard, with two sanctuaries that have collectively aided tens of thousands of animals over the years. It's impossible to discuss this village without mentioning the .