Perched on Clifton Crescent, this apartment offers dramatic sea views across to France. Relax on the updated balcony or explore The Leas promenade with multiple paths down to the beach and lower Leas coastal park. With a fully equipped kitchen, utility room, and many extras for children, this property is perfect for families.
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9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire apartment
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61399 sq ft
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
Penthouse balcony apartment with panoramic sea views across the English Channel
Fantastic apartment with dramatic sea views across to France. Relax out on the recently updated balcony and enjoy the beautiful setting, or get out and about and explore this underrated and special location.
Clifton Crescent is a Grade II classic Victorian stucco terrace that fronts on to The Leas, a magnificent promenade lining the edge of the cliff with multiple paths down to the beach, promenade and lower Leas coastal park, with children's playground almost directly below.
Accommodation is split over two floors with the master bedroom, lounge, kitchen/diner and bathrooms on one floor and two further bedrooms upstairs. Two of the three bedrooms have sea views. Two of the bedrooms have double beds and the third has two singles - that can be made into a double on special request. There is also a full size cot and a travel cot available for children.
The kitchen has loads of workspace, a gas fired oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher and dining table that seats 6. Also included are a high chair and a booster seat for babies, in fact the flat has many extras for children. There is also a utility room with washing machine.
The property is within easy reach of the Leas Cliff Hall for shows, concerts, pantomimes etc. The immediate area is often used for activities such as mini marathons, Triennial art installations, bandstand performances, occasional classic car rallies and air shows (for which this has the perfect viewpoint!).
The town centre is only a short walk away for everyday shopping. Head down to the old High Street / Creative Quarter with it's bars, cafes and art galleries to the harbour, harbour arm and the Stade. Then on to Sunny sands beach, and if you enjoy a good walk you can continue beyond the east cliffs to explore the wild area known as The Warren.
Further afield you could visit Dover for its impressive castle, and there are ferrys for a day trip to France (if you have a car you can embark the channel tunnel train in Folkestone itself). Round the coast visits to the pretty seaside towns of Deal and Sandwich are worthwhile. On the western side perhaps travel around the bay through Sandgate and Hythe and out to historic Rye, or take a ride with the Dymchurch & Hythe railway through the marshes.
Inland there is the beautiful Kent countryside to explore, and a visit to bustling Canterbury with it's major cathedral, ancient buildings and excellent shopping facilities is essential.
The location is well connected to visit London with the High Speed (HS1) train service. Kings Cross St Pancras taking less than one hour!
Please also note that stays of a week (7 nights) or over also have a 15-25% discount depending on dates.
Please note that the property is situated on the 3rd and 4th floors, the stairs are wide and shallow stepped with several landings, but there is no lift available, so those with disabilities or difficulties climbing stairs should take this into account before booking.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car not required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Music library
Smart TV
Stereo
Video library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Garden
Terrace
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Printer
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Only acceptable outside on the balcony.
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a zoo
Near the bay
Near the sea
Things to do
Cycling nearby
Golfing nearby
Swimming 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
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,399 square feet
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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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please check that all windows are closed and particularly the balcony door.
Please make sure that the thermostat in the hall is set down to 5C by pressing the down button.
Please put all used towels in the bath.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Note from host: Pets leave hairs and other guests may be allergic
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Children must never be on the balcony on their own
Events
No events allowed
The apartment is purely residential.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Only acceptable outside on the balcony.
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
Note from host: The apartment is purely residential.
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 first aid kit and a deadlock
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
Frequently asked questions
Is Penthouse balcony apartment with panoramic sea views across the English Channel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Penthouse balcony apartment with panoramic sea views across the English Channel?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Penthouse balcony apartment with panoramic sea views across the English Channel?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Penthouse balcony apartment with panoramic sea views across the English Channel?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Penthouse balcony apartment with panoramic sea views across the English Channel located?
This family-friendly Folkestone apartment building is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Lower Leas Coastal Park and Leas Promenade. Sandgate Beach and Leas Cliff Hall are also within 10 minutes. Folkestone Central Station is 16 minutes by foot and Folkestone West Station is 20 minutes.
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Reviews
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Exceptional
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Excellent location for a visit in Kent! Christopher was a 10/10 host, quick with responses and fixing any little issue. The flat had everything you'd need to make a vacation easy and worry free.
We spent a long weekend here and it has all you need to have a comfortable stay. The balcony is lovely and great for morning coffee. Location is great for the beach and town.
A comfy home, lots of space and everything we needed for a great stay. The balcony came into its own on a beautiful sunny weekend and the walk into the harbour along the Marine or the beach via Zig-Zag path was lovely. We would definitely stay here again if we came back to Folkestone!
We stayed for a couple of days to attend a wedding. The apartment had everything we needed. We loved sitting out on the balcony in the morning. Christopher replied to all queries very quickly. I would definitely stay here again
We stayed for 3 nights and I must say that it was a splendid experience. The property location was wonderful, with ease of access to all amenities. At the end we really didn’t want to leave. The property was beautiful, the view was gorgeous - we are very pleased with our experience. Thank you.
Great location, great town, GREAT view, great owner!
Highly recommend! The location on the water right in front of the 'Zig Zag' path and super cool park with pebble beach is GREAT for families with kids 2 to 15. And Folkestone is just the nicest seaside village. The owner was extremely responsive, informative and friendly. Great get away in an English cultural seaside town with an amazing safe location with incredible place amenities.
Perfect location. Within walking distance to all amenities beach, bars, restaurants, town. Spacious and equipped with everything we needed. Very good communication with the owner who responded quickly if I had any queries. No problem parking outside the property. Will definately be back
We stayed for 6 nights and were so very comfortable and relaxed. It felt like we lived there and got to see the comings and goings of the neighbours. The stairs.. yes there is a good amount of them but still worth it. Dont let that distract you from booking here. We would stay again and recommend.
We had been looking for a quiet place for a family of four in Folkestone, and we've come across Christopher's fantastic appartment. Not only is it perfectly situated just at the wonderful Leas with a view on the Channel and France, it is also much more spacious than we had expected. It offers a very generous living room, kitchen and bathroom, three bedrooms and - our favourite - a balcony with a breathtaking view. All the rooms are decorated with loving care.
Great stay ,host is very welcoming and the house is beautiful and so comfortable . Would stay there again for longer , host communicates very well and is responsive to all queries . Really enjoyed our stay
Great location and beautiful views of the bay from the lovely little terrace. Apartment is very well equipped and comfortable. We had a great family stay.
Great property with lots of space for family dinners and entertaining.
Fantastic place with an old worldly feel, nice and cozy. Location is ideal close to town centre and on the cost with great views over the Chanel from the balcony, smashing!
Short walk (with lots of stairs) to the beach park and great views of the Channel from the balcony.
The beds were comfortable, the kitchen well stocked, the shower water had good pressure and heat.
We had a nice stay and would stay here again.
We enjoyed staying in Christopher’s Folkstone flat. Great location for day trips to Dover, Canterbury and Deal. Coffee on the deck each morning was so nice.
We stayed for two nights, and found the apartment comfortable, well equipped, and in a lovely location by the sea. The view made the stairs worth the climb. Close to many interesting historical sites, beautiful areas for hiking, and several lovely restaurants. Communication with the property manager was great- quick and informative responses. Overall, highly recommend as a place to stay when exploring the Dover region.
A fantastic appartment with an amazing panoramic view across the channel to France.
We were in the area for a wedding and this was the perfect place to stay.
The owner couldn't have been more helpful when we regrettably had to amend our dates.
Hoping to come back to visit the area again.
Claire