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Victoria Cottage by Whitstable Seaside

Victoria Cottage by Whitstable Seaside

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Exterior
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
TV, DVD player, books

Overview of Victoria Cottage by Whitstable Seaside

Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

Map
Whitstable
  • Popular LocationWhitstable Beach4 min walk
  • Popular LocationWhitstable Harbour5 min walk
  • Popular LocationWhitstable Castle and Gardens11 min walk
  • AirportLondon (SEN-Southend)93 min drive

Space details

2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 4
Bedroom 1
    1 double bed
Bedroom 2
    2 single beds
Bathroom 1
    Bath
Bathroom 2
    Shower

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Victoria Cottage by Whitstable Seaside

Victoria Cottage is a delightful terraced cottage, formerly half of The Sovereign public house, in pretty Victoria Street, is situated in the heart of the conservation area of Whitstable and a minutes walk to the shops.
The Sovereign pub was originally a Georgian dwelling house with stables, outhouses and small orchard at the rear. It became a beer-house in 1835. The property was called The Sovereign after the currency unit of the time. The Sovereign was the last public house of that name in Kent to be converted back to private use and it became two cottages in 2003. This comfortable, welcoming cottage, traditionally brick built with a pretty slate roof, is cosy in winter and cool and airy in summer. It has a twin attic room and an en-suite double bedroom, a large family bathroom, a fully equipped modern kitchen and a long living room (with double sofa bed) and dining room plus a high chair. The pretty sunny garden, sheltered aspect makes it a delightful place for alfresco dining with a BBQ area or just simply relaxing in the sun.

This family home is perfect for parking up the car in the rear parking space, strolling for a couple of minutes to the beach, rolling up your trousers and dipping your feet in the cool waters or skimming stones between the groins. Before reaching the shore you will pass through the town with its beautiful shops, tempting eateries and many bars. Enjoy a gentle bike ride along the promenade towards Tankerton's life-guarded beach and stop off to walk the mile street at low tide.

There is free street parking on the road and surrounding roads. The nearest paid parking is Victoria Street car park. You can view the charges on the Canterbury City Council website. Parking can be limited in the high season but once you have parked up, you are close enough to walk into town, beach, shops etc.
You can also visit the 'Just Park' website to find out where to park in Whitstable.

There are frequent busses running from Whitstable to Herne Bay and Canterbury area's. The trains from Whitstable station will take you to Ramsgate or further afield to London. There are also Taxi services available for short fares or airport runs. The nearest airport is in London and the Ferry port is in Dover.
Pets - allowed
Smoking - not allowed

Property manager

Whitstable Seaside Ltd

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 55 lb per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 55 lb per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Whitstable

Located in Whitstable, this holiday home is near the beach. Whitstable Harbour and Whitstable and Seasalter Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit MFA Bowl Whitstable and Whitstable Museum and Gallery. Travelling with kids? Consider Herne Bay Memorial Park and iFUN@Sandancers. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Whitstable Beach - 4 min walk
  • Whitstable Harbour - 5 min walk
  • Tankerton Slopes - 9 min walk
  • Tankerton Beach - 10 min walk
  • Whitstable Castle and Gardens - 11 min walk

Getting around

  • Whitstable Station - 9 min walk
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • Whitstable Oyster Restaurant - 3 min walk
  • The Sea Farmer’s Dive Taproom - 4 min walk
  • The Forge - 5 min walk
  • Quayside - 4 min walk
  • Royal Naval Reserve - 3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Victoria Cottage by Whitstable Seaside pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Victoria Cottage by Whitstable Seaside?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Victoria Cottage by Whitstable Seaside?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Victoria Cottage by Whitstable Seaside located?

This family-friendly Whitstable holiday home is located near the beach, within a 5-minute walk of Horsebridge Arts and Community Centre and Whitstable Harbour. Whitstable Beach and Playhouse Theatre Whitstable are also within 5 minutes. Whitstable Station is 9 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time
Property exceeded expectations everything there you could wish for Whitstable was lovely plenty off long walks dog friendly pubs had a great time
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Whitstable was a beautiful seaside town and we were incredibly lucky to find such an amazing place to stay and enjoy it. We were walking distance to everything we could need and would definitely stay here again!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Li Adam

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely property and great location
We had a lovely week in Whistable staying at this property. Beds were comfortable and the property was lovely and clean. Everything we needed for a comfortable stay.The car parking space was perfect for us and it was a great bonus as parking is difficult on surrounding streets and public car parks. The court yard garden was lovely and peaceful. We were close to the Main Street for all the local independent food and shopping. The butcher’s, Alan R Long, was excellent value for money and really delicious meat for our BBQ’s. The beach was close by for us to go crabbing and relax in the sunshine. We enjoyed the walk out to Tankerton and back.Our day out to Chatham Historic Navel museum was expensive, but worth the visit. Ice cream opportunities were plentiful throughout Whistable and the return walk from Tankerton.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthea F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great 4 day break
Excellent location within 5 minute walk of sea, shops and fantastic restaurants. Well appointed house, well stocked on arrival, lovely garden, perfect in every way for 2 couples out and about. We loved Whitstable. Wonderful hot weather was a bonus.A noisy dawn chorus from seagulls!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Graham C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary Break
The property was in a great location and was ideal for our needs with a lovely outside area that gets the sun for breakfast and an evening drink. It was spotlessly clean and the wine and nibbles were much appreciated. The only slight downside is I don't think the size of the parking space was highlighted enough as it is only suitable for quite a small car. We were lucky as the neighbours were not there for our stay so we could use it.. Having said that, I would thoroughly recomend the property. We have stayed in quite a few holiday properties and this would definitely be in the best 3. G & C - STAMFORD
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely homely cottage located in ideal spot
If considering a stay in Whitstable, I highly recommend Victoria Cottage. Ideally located just behind the harbour end of the High Street, it is in easy walk of local independent restaurants. The Cottage is homely and welcoming and Sarah the host, appears to have pre-empted any utensil/pot and pan or casserole requirements should you choose to cook. The microwave is high power so if ‘chicken ping’ or similar is your thing, you’ll get to eat quickly. The double bed in the main bedroom is comfortable and there is an en-suite facility. The main bathroom is spacious and has a shower above the bath that is deightfully efficient. There is an attic bedroom with 2 single beds but we did not need to use this. Having looked it is thoughtfully set out and ideal for children. The TV is not a smart TV but we brought along our Firestick and was able to use that in the USB port. Sarah provides a mini tourism information basket with flyers of local attractions and things to do in the surrounding district. Personally recommend Wingham Wildlife Park which is family run, well maintained, has great children play areas and animals that come up close and seem to like to interact with folk. Local info: Consider a mid-week break if you want to eat at Pearson’s. Tuesday is fish and chips for £7.50 plus they have live music on a Tuesday. You’d need to plan and book in advance for Pearson’s as they do get fully booked even on days without a special price. The Rock Lodge, open Thursday to Sunday, has choice of formal and more expensive dining upstairs with casual dining and live music downstairs. Rock around the Clock, open for all meals and located in an old bank on the High Street. You can eat in a vault. If you want to use a chain restaurant then there is a Zizzi and also a Prezzo in Whitstable. The Peter Cushing is a Wetherspoon at the bottom end of town and is unlike any of that chain I have been in before, it is clean, well-kept and pleasant to use. Whitstable Larger is sold here at a very competitive price!
Stayed 29 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Christmas Break!
We had a great time, excellent location, only a few minutes walk from the high street, decorated for Christmas and parking on site and bottle of fizz on arrival was an added bonus. Only thing that would’ve made it perfect, was a lock on the gate in working order (gate has dropped so unable to use) so we felt it was secure enough letting the dogs out unsupervised. All in all a great Christmas break. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice property, very clean, good communication and a great location. Thank you
Hired the property for a girls weekend away and it didn’t disappoint. The perfect location for exploring Whitstable and surrounding areas
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Noreen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Older ladies reunion
We were a group of 56yr old ladies, old school friends who meet from time to time to feel like 15yr olds again. Perfect location for us to walk everywhere with no need for car. We done a day trip to Canterbury by train one day and that was lovely too. We stayed for 4 nights, the cottage was lovely and traditional and very clean and comfortable. Communication was great with Sarah the owner and she even left a bottle of wine for us which I thought was such a lovely touch. No hesitation in recommending this place and we all hope to return soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Noreen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
From booking to arriving everything went smoothly. Sarah our host was very accommodating. The accommodation had everything we needed for our stay. Clean compact and having two toilets fir two couples is always a bonus. We would def recommend Victoria cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021