Title: The Gatehouse a unique home from home Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # The Gatehouse a unique home from home Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for The Gatehouse a unique home from home ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - The Gatehouse a unique home from home (Folkestone)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44800000/44799600/44799507/ddee1fa9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Gatehouse a unique home from home (Folkestone)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44800000/44799600/44799507/9f10cd36.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - The Gatehouse a unique home from home (Folkestone)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44800000/44799600/44799507/c4f45395.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot - The Gatehouse a unique home from home (Folkestone)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44800000/44799600/44799507/a9afb865.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books - The Gatehouse a unique home from home (Folkestone)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44800000/44799600/44799507/cb24dd1a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies The Gatehouse in the heart of Folkestone offers a charming and spacious retreat. Enjoy family meals in the bright modern kitchen, relax with seating for 8 in the living room, or unwind on your own balcony. With four large double bedrooms and an office area, this property is perfect for work or play. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Parking available ## 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. ### The Gatehouse a unique home from home The Gatehouse is a unique property set over three floors in the heart of Folkestone. There’s four large double bedrooms, a bathroom and a separate shower room meaning no queues in the morning! This property has a flight of stairs as soon as you enter and a bathroom on the first and second floors. The kitchen and living room are on the first floor. The bedrooms are arranged on the second and third floors. There’s an office area on the top floor landing with desk and chair. The large modern kitchen has everything you could need and is a lovely bright airy space ideal for family meals or friendly chats. The living room has seating for 8 and a 50 inch smart TV and your own balcony, an ideal spot for a drink when the sun is shining. You have a Tesco local minutes from the property for any essentials you require, but there’s no rush to get breakfast we provide cereals, tea and coffee, bread, spreads and milk! You are just a few minutes walk to the pubs and bars and the charm of the old high street lined with galleries and quirky independent shops. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Free breakfast available ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city centre - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the bay - Near the marina - Next to a golf course - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76830000/76823100/76823089/f54488f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming holiday cottage in the centre of Deal, sleeping 6 guests, 2 bathrooms seconds from the sea Deal - 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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip 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 ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property The Gatehouse A Unique From The Gatehouse a Unique Home From Home Folkestone The Gatehouse a Unique Home From Home Private vacation home ## About the area Located in Folkestone, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Dover Castle and Sandgate Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Leas Lift and Elham Valley Railway Museum. Russell Gardens and Pencester Gardens are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Folkestone travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Folkestone.dx4640) [View more Holiday homes in Folkestone](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Folkestone-Private-Holiday-Homes.d4640-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%7C51.08264%2C1.18046&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=VVR8pTQSSSOco8GZM3MJoKc_xD8=) Folkestone, ENG ### What's nearby - ![Part of the Triennial Art ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4640/2d48fe59-a16b-4427-a3b4-016d8ea8bd8e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Folkestone Beach 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Lovely peace sign made of cloth](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4640/78382f3b-7020-4899-a640-9e3129d024c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lower Leas Coastal Park 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![Photo taken from the beach opposite the harbour arm. Very little editing. Beautiful sunrise and location.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4640/422eafc0-7c23-4945-bf06-a94f4555aacd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Folkestone Harbour 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![Lovely peace sign made of cloth](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4640/78382f3b-7020-4899-a640-9e3129d024c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Leas Cliff Hall 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - East Cliff And Warren Country Park 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles ### Getting around - Folkestone Central Station 14 min walk ### Restaurants - The Samuel Peto 4 min walk - The Beer Shop Folkestone 4 min walk - The Old Buoy 4 min walk - Steep Street Coffee House 4 min walk - Kipps' Alehouse 4 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Gatehouse a unique home from home pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Gatehouse a unique home from home? ### What time is check-in at The Gatehouse a unique home from home? ### What time is check-out at The Gatehouse a unique home from home? ### Where is The Gatehouse a unique home from home located? ## Have a question? 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