Title: Beach Retreat with parking near the sea 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 # Beach Retreat with parking near the sea Family-friendly holiday home in Whitstable ![High chair](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55390000/55385300/55385285/04c750e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55390000/55385300/55385285/6641549e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55390000/55385300/55385285/97bab1f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55390000/55385300/55385285/abda64fa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55390000/55385300/55385285/104c85a4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of Tankerton, Beach Retreat offers a homely yet contemporary feel with spacious rooms and off-road parking. Enjoy the picturesque seafront just minutes away or relax in the large garden with patio, Weber barbecue, and outdoor seating. The property caters to all needs and interests. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Barbecue grill - Parking available - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - 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. ### Beach Retreat with parking near the sea Bright, spacious bungalow with a contemporary yet homely feel. Located in the desirable Tankerton part of Whitstable, minutes walk from the picturesque seafront, cafes, shops, restaurants, bus and rail links. The property has off road parking for two cars and a large garden with patio, Weber barbecue and outdoor seating. The bustling high street of Whitstable town centre is 1.7 miles; the historic city of Canterbury, 7 miles and the sandy beaches of Margate, 15 miles. Beach Retreat has been designed to cater for a wide range of needs and interests. For those with young families, we can provide a high chair, travel cot, children's crockery, toys, bath toys, beach essentials (buckets & spaces etc.), board games, DVD's and netflix subscription. For older guests or those with impaired mobility, Beach Retreat is a bungalow with block paved drive, bedrooms, bathroom and outdoor patio all on one level. Beach Retreat is dog friendly with a large enclosed garden, hard floor open plan living room, kitchen, dinner and doggy food and water bowls. There are lots of lovely long beach walks within minutes of the property for you to enjoy. For guests travelling to Beach Retreat with friends, the cool open plan Scandinavian style outdoor and indoor living areas, Weber Barbecue and general sense of privacy make Beach Retreat an ideal space to relax and socialise. Aside from the picture perfect sunsets, some of the (many) reasons people come to Whitstable are to browse in the numerous art galleries, museums and independent shops, sample the fresh local seafood (in particular the oysters for which Whitstable is famous) at the towns original fishing harbour, eat at some of the many excellent local restaurants; JoJo's, the Sportsman, the Whitstable Oyster Company, Wheelers and Pearsons to name but a few. Enjoy fish and chips on the beach washed down with a beverage from one of the local micro breweries or gin bars, or an ice cream from Sundae Sundae. You can go crabbing, on a boat trip or visit Whitstable castle with it's Pirate play park and scenic tearooms to enjoy a cream tea. If you still have time to explore, heading further down the coast brings you to the sandy beaches of Joss and Minnis Bay, Margate with Dreamland and it's hip and happening Old Town or picturesque Broadstairs. Heading inland brings you to the historic city of Canterbury with its cobbled streets, ancient architecture and stunning cathedral. All within 60 miles of London. We look forward to welcoming you to Beach Retreat. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102920000/102915900/102915846/3c26954f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Corner Pin Cottage, stunning house..right in the heart of Whitstable Whitstable - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 9.0 Wonderful 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=102915846&PinnedHotelID=102915846&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78400000/78393700/78393674/d1175297.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy Fisherman’s Cottage, minutes from High Street, Harbour & Beach Whitstable - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 100 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=78393674&PinnedHotelID=78393674&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91730000/91725500/91725476/965c7243.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Minutes from Whitstable beach and high street. 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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether 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 Retreat With Parking The Sea 0043cd82-4c42-4303-b75f-b2376de10520 Beach Retreat With Parking Near the Sea Whitstable Beach Retreat With Parking Near the Sea Private vacation home ## About the area Whitstable is home to this holiday home. Chestfield Golf Club and MFA Bowl Whitstable are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Whitstable Museum and Gallery and Herne Bay Memorial Park. Travelling with kids? Consider iFUN@Sandancers, or check out an event or a game at BMX Track Herne Bay. [Visit our Whitstable travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitstable.dx6048680) [View more Holiday homes in Whitstable](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitstable-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6048680-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%7C51.36061%2C1.06059&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=2ANHEe-NnO--YWOWpnKvHA2-Jw0=) Kent, England ### What's nearby - Tankerton Slopes - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Tankerton Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - Whitstable Harbour - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles - Whitstable Beach - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles - Whitstable Castle and Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles ### Getting around - Whitstable Chestfield and Swalecliffe Station - 8 min walk - London (SEN-Southend) - 95 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk - ‪The Wheatsheaf - ‬6 min walk - ‪The Royal - ‬15 min walk - ‪Chestfield Barn - ‬2 min drive - ‪KFC - ‬11 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Beach Retreat with parking near the sea pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Beach Retreat with parking near the sea? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Beach Retreat with parking near the sea? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Beach Retreat with parking near the sea located? > This family-friendly Whitstable holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Tankerton Beach and Tankerton Slopes. Chestfield Golf Club and All Saints Church are also within 1 mile (2 km). Whitstable Chestfield and Swalecliffe Station is 8 minutes by foot and Whitstable Station is 26 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Beach Retreat with parking near the sea Reviews 9.4 ### 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) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen W. 8 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Clean, comfortable and spacious.Great location.We really enjoyed our stay, thank you. ##### Karen W. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen P. 27 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fab Christmas stay Lovely clean property in a quiet location but within walking distance of everything we needed.Spacious living space - we were in the area to spend Christmas with family but were able to easily host them on one evening.Good sized garden, fully enclosed so safe for the dog.Would definitely like to stay again - think it would be great in the summer. ##### Karen P. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Ann W. 26 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication #### Beach Retreat This property is nice but not a five minute walk to beach more than 20 minutes for people less mobile. Nice property quiet and parking. Bathroom could do with some updating especially the bath panel. ##### Ann W. 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