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2 Bedroom City Centre Cottage set in a Private Courtyard

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Living area
Outdoor dining
Room
Private kitchen
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Massages in spa
  • Deck or patio
  • Housekeeping
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet access
  • Kitchen

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master

2 Single Beds

Second Bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

2 Bedroom City Centre Cottage set in a Private Courtyard

Number 1 Steam Packet Cottage is a lovely small conservation protected 2 bedroom cottage set in a private courtyard in the city centre of Canterbury. Whenever possible Lindsay will meet you personally for check in and out. A first class quiet tranquil city centre location. Close walking distance to all historical attractions, the Cathedral, restaurants , bars, train and bus stations. A fully modernised, refurbished cottage ideal for University graduations, holiday breaks, or business trips.

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Must be supervised, due to stairs.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Children are welcome, but possibly not ideal for under 3 years old.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 10445541
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Canterbury

Located in Canterbury, this cottage is in the city centre and on a river. Canterbury Cathedral and Westgate Gardens and Towers are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Solly's Orchard and Dane John Gardens. Lady Wootton's Green and Howletts Wild Animal Park are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Westgate Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Westgate Gardens and Towers - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Marlowe Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Canterbury Cathedral - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • University of Kent - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Canterbury West Station - 4 min walk
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The West Gate Inn (Wetherspoon) - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Black Griffin - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Unicorn Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Cricketers - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Marlowe's Restaurant - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 2 Bedroom City Centre Cottage set in a Private Courtyard pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 2 Bedroom City Centre Cottage set in a Private Courtyard?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2 Bedroom City Centre Cottage set in a Private Courtyard?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 2 Bedroom City Centre Cottage set in a Private Courtyard located?

Located in the heart of Canterbury, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Westgate Gardens and Canterbury Cathedral. Westgate Gardens and Towers and Rupert Bear Museum are just steps away. Canterbury West Station is only a 4-minute walk and Canterbury East Station is 16 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location. Walking distance of cathedral, large selection of very good restaurants, and train station. Very enjoyable stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marion K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay

We have really enjoyed the place, everything is accessible on foot and the accommodation was well equiped. Our children enjoyed their room and there were shops and restaurants nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This gorgeous little cottage was very conveniently located, very well presented and we found it quite comfortable,
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

I couldn’t be happier! I wish I could take this place with me throughout the rest of England!

Absolutely wonderful process and experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location for walking Canterbury

Wonderful location, suitable for 2 adults and up to 2 children. One caveat, do not use Google maps to try to find it, it will lead you down the wrong laneway. It's within walking distance to the train station, a real plus if you do not have a car.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

malcolm p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great stay!

This was a most enjoyable stay, the cottage was compact and furnished to a high standard, very comfortable, and very close to the city centre and railway station. And communication with our Host, Lindsay, was excellent. Highly recommended! Mal and Mary, December 2023
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely property and well located

We enjoyed our stay here in this lovely cottage, situated in a quiet yard and well located for the City . It is very modern inside and had all we needed. Lindsay was very helpful and answered all our queries very quickly, including the local parking situation! Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stuart R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Weekend Away

This is a great alternative to a city centre hotel, the cottage is very clean, quiet and within a short walk to all the attractions of Canterbury. I stayed with my wife and 2 children and we had all we needed for the weekend. Lindsay was a great host and communication was quick. We had no issues at all during our stay and would recommend this cottage.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Tom and Janice A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

location location location

Location 10 out of 10. Everything you need for a stay in Canterbury. Tiny bathroom (your knees touch the wall while sitting on the toilet limited head room in the shower). The mattresses are due for replacement.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept, 2024
Most guests mention how comfortable the beds are. The mattresses are barely a year old and do not need replacing. If a spacious bathroom is what your after then a hotel would probably be a better option, all be it a lot more expensive one.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Canterbury Cottage Stay

Steam Packet Cottage is in an excellent location very near the Westgate, in easy walking distance from the whole center. The cottage was well appointed with everything we needed, and we only grumbled about the very cramped toilet. The only other challenge was parking. We chose to park a 12 minute walk away at Sainsbury’s, the best deal. Overall we were very pleased with our cottage and our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geert W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Het was voor ons een ideale overnachting voor een tussenstop naar Dover.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

XXX X.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sehr gemütlich und tolle Lage

Wir haben uns sehr wohlgefühlt. Schön eingerichtet. Ideale Lage direkt am Stadtzentrum. Die Kathedrale ist zu Fuß erreichbar. Duschen ist eher ein Abendteuer, aber möglich (eng, kaum Wasser wenn sonst noch irgendwo Wasser entnommen wird, Temperaturschwankungen). Man kann bei den aktuellen Preisen viel Geld sparen, wenn man nicht gegenüber wie empfohlen, sondern Station Road West Multi Storey Car Park parkt (Oberdeck).
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fint lille byhus

Dejlig lille byhus i et område med masser af restauranter. Tæt på alt. Kan anbefales
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

No problems. We had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charmiing & Delightful

Great place. Exactly as shown. Excellent host. Close to town centre & a pleasant river walk.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time

Wonderful time
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kurt S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Great Little Packet

The Steam Packet Cottage is a wonderful apartment, equisitely clean with modern facilities. Conveniently located just outside the main old gate of Canterbury it's just minutes from all the important sites in this charming city. Checkin was easy, efficient and communication with the owner swift and clear.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanyia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

A superb little cottage, clean, good location, easy to park near by and very friendly host. Wouldn’t hesitate to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept, 2023
Thank you, and thank you also for being such considerate guests. Please do come back again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martine P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Lindsay Hutton

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Hi, my name is Lindsay and I personally look after my cottage. Whenever possible I will always meet you to check in and out, and be available for questions or advice. I live a 5 minute drive away from the property, so appreciate good contact in order to co-ordinate your arrival and check in.

Why they chose this property

An absolutely perfect city centre location. 3 local car parks within very close proximity, one being directly opposite the cottage with free parking overnight. There is also nearby street parking which is free between 6.00 pm and 9.00 am and all day Sundays. The closest being "Linden Grove" next to the river located opposite the Bishops Finger Pub around the corner.
At the top of St Dunstan's about a 10 minute away you will also find free Street parking in Forty Acres Road, Nursery walk, and many of the roads off the main street.
We can also accommodate limited free parking at one of our other properties
"15 minute walk away" for guests booking for a longer stay (3 days or more).

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