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Bay Cottage in Whitstable's Conservation Area - 5 mins walk from shops & beach

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A wooden deck with a table and chairs, surrounded by greenery and a brick wall.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, a built-in oven, a microwave, a toaster, and a window with a view of greenery outside.
A living room with a grey sofa, patterned cushions, a black rug, a floor lamp, and a window with blinds.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, and a wardrobe.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a grey sofa, and a large window with blinds.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Whitstable Harbour
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Whitstable, England
  • Place, Whitstable Harbour
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitstable Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Tankerton Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bay Cottage in Whitstable's Conservation Area - 5 mins walk from shops & beach

Bay Cottage is a spacious 3 bedroom fisherman’s cottage in the heart of Whitstable’s picturesque conservation area. The property has been renovated to a high standard, comfortably sleeps up to 5 people, and is on the doorstep to Harbour Street with it’s boutique shops, restaurants, and the seafront.

The cottage has a large & spacious living area with an open fire place. There is a separate kitchen/dining area with access to the garden & shed for bike storage. Upstairs there are three good sized bedrooms & a bathroom: all bed linen & towels supplied. There are some beach towels in the wardrobe in the front bedroom with the king size bed.

There should be already supplied in the cottage the following items: cooking oil, salt & pepper, tea, coffee & sugar, milk, tin foil, cling film, kitchen towel, dish washer tablets, washing powder, washing up liquid, liquid hand soap, & some toilet paper.

As well as the other facilities, you can play music in the cottage via the Sonos speaker in the living room. You just need to download the Sonos app which is available for Apple or Android phones/tablets. Then you will be able to play music from your phone, radio stations or music streaming services such as Spotify.

The open fireplace in the living room is available (October - March) for use. There should be a supply of newspaper, kindling & a few logs to get you started. Please make sure that the fire guard is always placed in front of the fire when in use.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Before you leave please can you strip all the beds that have been used and put all used towels/sheets in the bath. Empty the fridge/freezer
Before you leave please close and latch all the windows

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8400146
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
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Whitstable

Located in Whitstable, this holiday home is near the beach. Playhouse Theatre Whitstable and Whitstable Museum and Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Canterbury Cathedral and Whitstable Castle and Gardens. Travelling with kids? Consider Whitstable Leisure Centre and Herne Bay Memorial Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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Whitstable, England

What's nearby

  • Whitstable Harbour - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Whitstable Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Tankerton Beach - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Whitstable Castle and Gardens - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Whitstable and Seasalter Golf Club - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Whitstable Station - 8 min walk
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Peter Cushing (Wetherspoon) - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Oyster Shed - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Whitstable Oyster Company - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Birdies - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Lobster Shack - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bay Cottage in Whitstable's Conservation Area - 5 mins walk from shops & beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bay Cottage in Whitstable's Conservation Area - 5 mins walk from shops & beach?

As of 19 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay Cottage in Whitstable's Conservation Area - 5 mins walk from shops & beach on 31 Aug 2026 start from £452, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Bay Cottage in Whitstable's Conservation Area - 5 mins walk from shops & beach?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Bay Cottage in Whitstable's Conservation Area - 5 mins walk from shops & beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bay Cottage in Whitstable's Conservation Area - 5 mins walk from shops & beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bay Cottage in Whitstable's Conservation Area - 5 mins walk from shops & beach located?

This family-friendly Whitstable holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Whitstable Harbour and Whitstable Beach. Whitstable Leisure Centre and Whitstable Museum and Gallery are also within 10 minutes. Whitstable Station is 8 minutes by foot.

About the host

Hosted by Susan

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We live in Reading & love our regular breaks in Whitstable by the sea.

Why they chose this property

We stayed in Whitstable to visit some friends in 2015 who had recently moved to Tankerton & fell in love with this quaint unspoilt seaside town!

What makes this property unique

The cottage is a lot bigger than it looks in the pictures. The living area is spacious & so are all the bedrooms.

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