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The Gun Emplacement is the nearest house to France. It's perched on the cliff top on Lighthouse Down, a National Trust protected coastal expanse, which has come to be known as The White Cliffs. The house was built by the Army in 1910, Sir Peter Ustinov was billeted there during the Second War and he bought it from the Ministry of Defense in 1946. I bought it in 1977 and have used it as my seaside home. I played Professor Sprout in HARRY POTTER & THE CHAMBER OF SECRETS & I love the peace the house provides.
In 2000, it was extensively renovated inside and out and is now a very comfortable one-storey, centrally-heated residence in a unique location, with uninterrupted views across the Channel to Calais, gardens back and front, and offers total peace in glorious unspoiled countryside. It is not suitable for children under 12 but fine for older people and for the disabled (no steps). NO SMOKERS. Pets are allowed. My local manager welcomes you and takes you to the house.
There are 3 double bedrooms, a pleasant sitting-room (with a futon\sofa & fireplace) overlooking the sea, with sliding double-glazed windows on three sides. A tiny, modern kitchen fitted with Ikea cupboards, refrigerator/freezer, dishwasher and microwave. A separate WC, new bathroom with basin, bath and tiled walk-in shower with excellent pressure. There is even an airing cupboard to keep linen warm.
The shingle beach is very near (seven minute walk) and there are many other delightful walks - to Dover over the cliff tops, to Kingsdown and Sandwich. Canterbury, Folkestone, Leeds Castle, Sissinghurst Gardens, Rye, Walmer, Chilham, and, of course France, are all a short drive away. The famous Sandwich Golf Course, where the British Open is played, is a 15 minute drive. |
Pet Friendly