Title: Cute and cosy home in the centre of Canterbury. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Cute and cosy home in the centre of Canterbury. Holiday home with kitchen, a short walk to Canterbury Cathedral ![Fridge, microwave, oven, toaster](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93030000/93027700/93027611/3a06d59d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93030000/93027700/93027611/eca28169.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93030000/93027700/93027611/361144a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93030000/93027700/93027611/6348104d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93030000/93027700/93027611/1f85e584.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location The Monk’s Retreat, nestled in the historic city walls of Canterbury, offers a tranquil retreat. This 200-year-old home boasts modern conveniences like self check-in and 24/7 Guest support while being within walking distance to Dane John Gardens and the City Centre. 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2258 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## 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. ### Cute and cosy home in the centre of Canterbury. Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway, which blends historic charm with modern conveniences. The Monk’s Retreat is a small but perfectly formed 200-year-old home within the historic city walls of Canterbury. A hidden gem of petite proportions from a bygone era (but with a king-sized bed!). Situated a stone’s throw away from the lovely Dane John Gardens and a short walk into the City Centre for everything you need. We offer the very highest of standards and quality, adhering to stringent cleaning measures with hotel quality linens, fresh towels, self check-in and 24/7 Guest support. This cosy space is ideal for a stay when looking for a place in the City. The Monk’s Retreat is a secluded cottage minutes away from the City Centre, so close you have views of the Cathedral towers! The home has been recently renovated to a high standard and has everything you need to have an enjoyable stay. The stunning Dane John Gardens are round the corner and all the attractions of the City are just minutes away. When entering the property you will see the kitchen; this compact space on the ground floor is equipped with cooking utensils, crockery and everything you will need during your stay, also including a small dining table with two chairs. Through the kitchen you can access the bathroom, which includes a toilet, sink and a good-sized shower. Upstairs is the open-plan bedroom. This room includes a lovely king-sized bed, which can be separated into two single beds upon request. The bedroom also includes a table with a dining sofa, a TV, a small mirror on the table and a full-length mirror on the wall. Lastly, in the bedroom you will find a Monk’s Habit, making the name The Monk’s Retreat come to life! Please note, the property is not suitable for young children (under 6 years of age). There is no high chair available or space for a travel cot. Additionally, the bedroom is located up an open staircase without a stair gate, so the property is not child-friendly. This house is solely for the use of the guests. This property comes equipped with the following: 1 washing up liquid, 1 Antibacterial spray, 1 Kitchen roll, enough toilet roll for at least 2-3 days, 2 black bin liners, 2 white bin liners. We also provide all bed linen, bath and hand towels and toiletries for guests We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you soon. Pass the Keys® provides a hotel standard of service for short-let properties. The property is professionally maintained and cleaned. We guarantee professionally cleaned linens and toiletries. We also provide 24/7 guest support and local personal service before and during your stay. The local community-based team of Pass the Keys® personally inspects the property and certifies the home has met Pass the Keys®’s Property Readiness Standard. IMPORTANT: On behalf of our host at Pass the Keys, we require guest verification facilitated by Truvi (Previously called Superhog). Upon confirming your booking, Truvi will contact the lead booker via a secure link, providing detailed instructions for the verification process. The online verification requires a government-issued photo ID and a credit or debit card. During this process, you may choose between a refundable GBP 500 deposit (plus GBP 10 transaction fee currency equivalent) or purchase a non-refundable damage waiver of GBP 40 (currency equivalent) to cover potential damages during your stay. Once the verification process is successfully completed, check-in information will be provided. If you opted in for a deposit, this will be refunded via credit/debit card after your stay, subject to an inspection of the property. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) ### General - Unit size: 258 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35180000/35171500/35171415/dec900e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming 2 bed cottage in the heart of Canterbury with parking nearby Canterbury - 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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 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 3508248 ## About the area Canterbury is home to this holiday home. Canterbury Cathedral and Eastbridge Hospital are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Hambrook Marshes and Kent Downs. Dane John Gardens and Lady Wootton's Green are also worth visiting. [Visit our Canterbury travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Canterbury.dx4596) [View more Holiday homes in Canterbury](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Canterbury-Private-Holiday-Homes.d4596-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.27591%2C1.07761&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=JhvZLbDN8zxAhB9ZJP51FWm_ugM=) Canterbury ### What's nearby - Canterbury Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Marlowe Theatre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Westgate Gardens - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles - Canterbury Christ Church University - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - University of Kent - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles ### Getting around - Canterbury East Station - 4 min walk - London (SEN-Southend) - 102 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk - ‪Costa Coffee - ‬7 min walk - ‪Tiny Tim's Tearoom - ‬5 min walk - ‪White Hart - ‬1 min walk - ‪The Maidens Head - ‬6 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cute and cosy home in the centre of Canterbury. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Cute and cosy home in the centre of Canterbury.? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Cute and cosy home in the centre of Canterbury.? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Cute and cosy home in the centre of Canterbury. located? > Situated in Canterbury, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Dane John Gardens and Canterbury Cathedral. Beaney House of Art & Knowledge and Canterbury Roman Museum are also within 10 minutes. Canterbury East Station is only a 4-minute walk and Canterbury West Station is 16 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Cute and cosy home in the centre of Canterbury. Reviews 8.0 ### Very good 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8/10 Good #### Rita J. 29 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location Parking was not clear and arriving at night made the location impossible to find. Once we found it the location was great. Unit was just a little small for two people but it was nice. ##### Rita J. 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