Title: Mae's Lodge - Your Home Away From Home Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6145105&destination=Birchington%2C+England%2C+United+Kingdom&selected=36376140&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Mae's Lodge - Your Home Away From Home ## Photo gallery for Mae's Lodge - Your Home Away From Home ![Exterior - Mae's Lodge - Your Home Away From Home (Birchington)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36380000/36376200/36376140/082feb4d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher - Mae's Lodge - Your Home Away From Home (Birchington)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36380000/36376200/36376140/f0123c78.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Mae's Lodge - Your Home Away From Home (Birchington)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36380000/36376200/36376140/62540aa4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Mae's Lodge - Your Home Away From Home (Birchington)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36380000/36376200/36376140/bf58daac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher - Mae's Lodge - Your Home Away From Home (Birchington)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36380000/36376200/36376140/09f366bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in the heart of Minnis Bay, Mae's Lodge offers a luxurious seaside retreat. Unwind in the elegant living area or soak up sunlight in the conservatory, and enjoy free WiFi throughout your stay. With 3 off-street parking bays and bicycle storage facilities, this self-catering holiday home has everything you need. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Mae's Lodge - Your Home Away From Home The Area: We are found in the heart of Minnis Bay, the quintessential seaside village in Kent. Mae’s Lodge is a stone throw away from the beach. The blue flag Minnis Bay beach is popular because of its breathtaking sunsets and pet-friendly walks. 20 minutes away from us is the historic Canterbury which is well known for its Cathedral which was built in 597 A.D and its Ancient Walls which were originally built by the Romans. We are 4 miles away from the world famous Margate, home to the world’s oldest Theme Park. England’s smallest town, Fordwich, which has a population of approximately 400 people is 15 miles away. Simply put, there is certainly a variety of things to do in the area. The Holiday Home: We are a luxurious, intimate, self-catering holiday home that is close to all amenities. At Mae’s Lodge we offer you elegant designer bedrooms with comfortable beds, lots of pillows, linen of the finest quality and the softest and fluffiest towels because you deserve the best. Our modern kitchen is equipped to handle all your needs, whether you are simply microwaving leftover pizza, or getting in touch with your inner Gordon Ramsay and cooking up a storm, we have you covered! You can unwind in the living area, watch some TV or catch up on the news, or you can soak in some sunlight in our conservatory. We have free WiFi because we don’t want you don’t miss an episode of your favourite shows, or that important email from work. We have bicycle storage facilities for all the cycling enthusiasts. Mae’s Lodge comes with 3 off street parking bays. Mae’s Lodge prides itself on superb excellence in service, and upholds high hospitality standards. We go above and beyond because we want to ensure that your stay with us is pleasant. To show just how much we appreciate you, we have an awesome Welcome Hamper for our guests. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Bicycle parking ### 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 ### General - Bicycle parking - Garden ## Similar properties ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50920000/50918300/50918285/61425268.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Honeywood Lodge by Bloom Stays with Indoor Pool ideal for families and children Canterbury - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Outdoor space 9.6 Exceptional 42 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-20&endDate=2026-04-21&selected=50918285&PinnedHotelID=50918285&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111810000/111807200/111807165/8767bc1c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful 4 bedroom cottage near the beach in Whitstable Whitstable - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill - Microwave 9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-20&endDate=2026-04-21&selected=111807165&PinnedHotelID=111807165&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-20&endDate=2026-04-21&selected=36376140&PinnedHotelID=36376140&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=36376140,50918285,111807165) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Rules Smoking is only permitted outside ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 ### Property is also known as Mae's Lodge Your Pet-friendly Holiday Home Birchington Mae's Lodge Your Pet-friendly Holiday Home Mae's Your Pet-friendly Holiday Home Birchington Mae's Your Pet-friendly Holiday Home Mae's Lodge Your Pet-friendly Holiday Home Birchington Mae's Lodge Your Pet-friendly Holiday Home Mae's Your Pet-friendly Holiday Home Birchington Mae's Lodge - Your Pet-friendly Holiday Home Birchington Mae's Your Pet-friendly Holiday Home Mae's Lodge - Your Pet-friendly Holiday Home Birchington Mae's Lodge Your Pet friendly Holiday Home Mae's Your Pet Friendly Home Mae's Your Home Away From Home Mae's Lodge Your Home Away From Home Mae's Lodge - Your Home Away From Home Birchington Mae's Lodge - Your Home Away From Home Private vacation home ## About the area Birchington is home to this holiday home. Canterbury Cathedral and Quex Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Margate Beach and Sandwich and Pegwell Bay National Nature Reserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Dreamland or St. Lawrence Ground. [Visit our Birchington travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Birchington.dx6145105) [View more Holiday homes in Birchington](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Birchington-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6145105-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=51.3749,1.282937&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:e%60rxHkqyF%3FW%3FY%3FW%3FY%40W%40Y%40W%40Y%40W%40YBW%40WBYBWBWBWBWBWDWDWBWDUDWDWFUDUDWFUFUDUHUFSFUFSHUFSHSHSHSHSHQHSHQHQJQJQHOJQJOJOJOJOLOJMJOLMJMLKJMLKLMLKLILKLILKLINGLILGLINGNELGNELENENELENCNCLCNANCNANALAN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FL%40N%40N%40NBN%40LBNBNBLDNDNDLDNDNFLDLFNHLFLHLFNHLJLHLJLHLJLLLJJLLJJLLLJNJLLNJNJNJNJNJPHNJPHPJPHPHRHPHRHRHRHRFRHTFRFTFRFTFTFTFTDVDTFTDVDVDTBVDVDVBVBVBVBVBVBX%40V%40VBX%40V%40X%40V%40X%40V%3FX%3FV%3FX%3FV%3FX%3FV%3FX%3FXAVAXAVAXAVCVAXAVCVCXCVCVCVCVEVEVCTEVEVETGVETETGTGTGTGTGTGRGTIRGTIRIRIPIRIRIPIPKRINKPIPKNKPKNKNKNMLKNKLMLKLMLKLMJMJMJMJMJMHMHOHMHMHMFOFMFMFOFODMDODODMBOBODM%40OBO%40OBO%40M%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAM%3FOAOCOAOCMAOCOEMCOEOEMEOEMGOGOGMGMGMIOIMIMIMIMKMKMKMKMKKMMMKMMMKMKOMMKOKOKOKQKOIQKOKQISIQIQISIQISISISGUISGSGUGUIUEUGUGUEUEUGWEUEWEWCUEWEWCWCWCWCWCYCWAWCYAWAWAYAWAYAW%3FY%3FY%3FW%3FY&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Sfp3YqgfhvTqnUqWYo-TGE2y_VM=) Birchington, England ### What's nearby - ![MARGATE, Kent, UK: 21 May 2020: Visitors to Margate's Main Sands beach surrounded by white cliffs during the heatwave in Britain.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6091939/0ef2fc74-604e-44c0-94de-1c0d4900b60f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Margate Beach 10 min drive \- 4.8 miles - ![Dreamland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602734/358db609-8084-4329-a9d5-ecfea0cfc50c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Dreamland 10 min drive \- 5.0 miles - Minnis Bay 4 min walk \- 0.3 miles - All Saints Birchington 4 min drive \- 1.5 miles - Westwood Cross Shopping Centre 13 min drive \- 6.9 miles ### Getting around - Birchington-On-Sea Station 2 min drive - London (SEN-Southend) 124 min drive ### Restaurants - The Bell Inn 8 min drive - Smugglers 3 min drive - The Bake and Ale House 6 min drive - Westgate Fish & Chips 6 min drive - Powell Arms 3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Mae's Lodge - Your Home Away From Home pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Mae's Lodge - Your Home Away From Home? ### What time is check-in at Mae's Lodge - Your Home Away From Home? ### What time is check-out at Mae's Lodge - Your Home Away From Home? ### Where is Mae's Lodge - Your Home Away From Home located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Mae's Lodge - Your Home Away From Home Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Afsaneh S. 29 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Stay We had a perfect overnight stay at Mae's Lodge, thank you to Mavis and her partner who were very welcoming and helpful with any information needed. We made a trip to Minis Bay Brasserie for breakfast which was lovely and the views of the sea were great. ##### Afsaneh S. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### ROBERT C. 4 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in, communication #### Lovely bungalow Owner was late to inform us of key (Friday evening)But the bungalow was lovely with excellent furnishings and fittings. Railway at end of garden was not a problem, trains on occasion and but could not be heard from inside. Some windows could do with a clean. Two minutes from long sandy beach by car with lots of parking and cafes.Lovely holiday, would go again. ##### ROBERT C. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Johannes P. 18 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great value short break Good location, nice house and friendly host ##### Johannes P. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeremy S. 15 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### August 2021 Mae’s property is perfectly located for the beach, local shops and restaurants/cafes. Check-in was easy and everything we needed was there along with some nice extras such as biscuits, tea and coffee. We had a great time. Thanks Mae ##### Jeremy S. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Linda H. 2 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mae’s Lodge Smart bungalow in a quiet neighbourhood. A child friendly garden and a short walk to the beach. Helpful owners. The downside is that the conservatory at the back of the house means no windows in 2 bedrooms. It is advertised as sleeping 8 but this would definitely be a squeeze! ##### Linda H. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hannah B. 2 Oct 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing get away Loved the modern feel of the bungalow, it was an ideal home for my best friend 60th getaway during this pandemic. The owner correspondence was brilliant & couldn’t have asked for a nicer place. Everything we needed was on hand & couldn’t fault anything, Ps the beds were lovely, clean & so comfy ##### Hannah B. ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [The Skipton Hotel - Formerly Hotel Rendezvous](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Skipton-Hotels-Hotel-Rendezvous.h41466.Hotel-Information) > - [OYO Shanklin Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shanklin-Hotels-OYO-Shanklin-Beach-Hotel.h7539838.Hotel-Information) > - [Brock Cottage private Hot Tub DOG/Cat FRIENDLY\* with on site fishing](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pickering-Hotels-Spacious-Stone-Cottage-DOG-FRIENDLY.h36805890.Hotel-Information) > - [Crafted at Powdermills](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Battle-Hotels-Powdermills-Country-House-Hotel.h195688.Hotel-Information) > - [voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Haslemere-Hotels-Voco-Lythe-Hill-Hotel-Spa.h517258.Hotel-Information) > - [Bear Lodge - At Port Lympne Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Hotels-Bear-Lodge-Aspinall-Foundation.h40101484.Hotel-Information) > - [DoubleTree by Hilton London Elstree](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Borehamwood-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-London-Elstree.h18549.Hotel-Information) > - [Hampton by Hilton Canterbury](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Canterbury-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Canterbury.h66541221.Hotel-Information) > - [Pinewood Camping Pods - At Port Lympne Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Hotels-Pinewood-Apinall-Foundation.h40101599.Hotel-Information) > - [Exeter Rougemont hotel by Sunday](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Exeter-Hotels-Exeter-Rougemont-Hotel-By-Sunday.h7784.Hotel-Information) > - [Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ipswich-Hotels-Mermaid.h31883430.Hotel-Information) > - [Wild Rose Caravan Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Appleby-In-Westmorland-Hotels-Wild-Rose-Caravan-Park.h24459296.Hotel-Information) > - [Sandman Signature Sheffield Quays Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sheffield-Hotels-The-Quays-Hotel-Sheffield.h46197620.Hotel-Information) > - [Crow Wood Hotel & Spa Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burnley-Hotels-Crowwood-Hotel-Spa-Resort.h38222710.Hotel-Information) > - [Lock Keeper, Worksop by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Worksop-Hotels-Lock-Keeper.h27479298.Hotel-Information) > - [White Hart, Exeter by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Exeter-Hotels-White-Hart.h11899395.Hotel-Information) > - [Skegness The Royal Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Skegness-Hotels-The-Royal-Hotel-Skegness.h23931999.Hotel-Information) > - [The Swan Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wells-Hotels-The-Swan-Hotel.h26791.Hotel-Information) > - [voco Leicester by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leicester-Hotels-Voco-Leicester.h76596043.Hotel-Information) > - [The Stables Whitby](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitby-Hotels-The-Stables-Whitby.h23322490.Hotel-Information) > - [Soar Mill Cove Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Salcombe-Hotels-Soar-Mill-Cove-Hotel.h2042032.Hotel-Information) > - [The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Clacton-On-Sea-Hotels-Smugglers-Cove-By-Marstons-Inns.h35853904.Hotel-Information) > - [Canterbury Bell, Margate by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Broadstairs-Hotels-Canterbury-Bell.h33103125.Hotel-Information) > - [Samsara Retreat and Yoga - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Maidstone-Hotels-Samsara-Retreat-And-Yoga.h41349775.Hotel-Information) > - [Seven Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Southend-On-Sea-Hotels-Seven-Hotel.h19282555.Hotel-Information) > - [Yeoldon House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bideford-Hotels-Yeoldon-House.h2764122.Hotel-Information) > - [Wild Thyme & Honey](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cirencester-Hotels-Wild-Thyme-Honey.h9241983.Hotel-Information) > - [Cromer Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cromer-Hotels-Cromer-Country-Club.h1927781.Hotel-Information) > - [Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-Milton-Hotels-Chewton-Glen-Hotel-Spa.h528432.Hotel-Information) ---