Maldives-like lake with overwater lodges less than 1 hour from London

St Andrews Lakes in Kent offers overwater lodges, turquoise waters, and an aqua park, just 45 minutes from London.

Capital Post 18/07/2026 05:35

Maldives-like lake with overwater lodges less than 1 hour from London — Maldives-like lake near London with overwater lodges

St Andrews Lakes in Kent offers a Maldives-like experience with overwater lodges, turquoise waters, and a large inflatable aqua park, less than an hour from London.

Overwater Lodges and Scenic Views

The resort features unique floating lodges with stunning lakeside views, some with private lake access and outdoor hot tubs. The Nordic-inspired wellness centre adds to the luxury.

Activities and Aqua Park

Home to Kent's largest aqua park, the lake offers paddle boarding, kayaking, sailing, pedalo rental, archery, axe-throwing, and a zipline. The inflatable obstacle course includes slides and climbing frames.

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Getting There and Availability

Located near Halling, Kent, it's a 45-minute drive from South East London via A2 and M2. By train, take Southeastern from St Pancras to Strood, then to Halling, followed by a 20-minute walk. Most 2026 dates are booked, but 2027 availability remains.