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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Lifeboat Cottage - 50 meters from the beach
A former fisherman’s cottage, Lifeboat Cottage dates back to the 1800s but has recently been tastefully renovated to provide a holiday home that blends contemporary style and modern amenities with traditional seaside charm.
Nestled in a quiet street in Walmer’s conservation area, it’s a stone’s throw from the beach and a short walk along the front to Deal’s town centre, with its quirky independent shops, markets and cafés. Even closer is the Strand, with an attractive green and bandstand, traditional bakery, pubs, convenience stores and a café where you can enjoy a superb full English with a view all the way to France. You can even buy freshly caught fish direct from the boatmen on the beach.
Deal itself is a charming, unspoilt Georgian seaside town with two Tudor castles, local museums and a striking modernist pier all worth a visit. Within a thirty minute drive are the cathedral city of Canterbury, Dover Castle, and the major shopping outlet at Ashford. For two legs or two wheels, there are plenty of country and coastal paths and trails to explore.
Golfers, too, are spoilt for choice, with three superb British Open courses nearby – Royal St. Georges, Royal Cinque Ports and Princes.
This particular stretch of Kentish coast offers you the Turner Contemporary, Dreamland and the extraordinary shell grotto in Margate, Dickensian Broadstairs, Ramsgate’s Royal Harbour, Whitstable and the picturesque Medieval streets of Sandwich. Enough for plenty of days out.
And of course, France is just 20 miles away by sea.
Wherever you get to, Lifeboat Cottage is the perfect spot to return to. Downstairs is a light and airy lounge complete with working fireplace, a spacious kitchen diner and bathroom. Upstairs are two double bedrooms, one with views and a wall-mounted TV. Outside, the delightful courtyard garden is the ideal spot to catch the last rays of sunshine, and there is handy side access for bikes and pushchairs. Sky TV (including Sky Sports) and Wi-fi are both included so you’ll never miss a match or a message.
No smoking, please, for the comfort and enjoyment of our non-smoking guests.
Nestled in a quiet street in Walmer’s conservation area, it’s a stone’s throw from the beach and a short walk along the front to Deal’s town centre, with its quirky independent shops, markets and cafés. Even closer is the Strand, with an attractive green and bandstand, traditional bakery, pubs, convenience stores and a café where you can enjoy a superb full English with a view all the way to France. You can even buy freshly caught fish direct from the boatmen on the beach.
Deal itself is a charming, unspoilt Georgian seaside town with two Tudor castles, local museums and a striking modernist pier all worth a visit. Within a thirty minute drive are the cathedral city of Canterbury, Dover Castle, and the major shopping outlet at Ashford. For two legs or two wheels, there are plenty of country and coastal paths and trails to explore.
Golfers, too, are spoilt for choice, with three superb British Open courses nearby – Royal St. Georges, Royal Cinque Ports and Princes.
This particular stretch of Kentish coast offers you the Turner Contemporary, Dreamland and the extraordinary shell grotto in Margate, Dickensian Broadstairs, Ramsgate’s Royal Harbour, Whitstable and the picturesque Medieval streets of Sandwich. Enough for plenty of days out.
And of course, France is just 20 miles away by sea.
Wherever you get to, Lifeboat Cottage is the perfect spot to return to. Downstairs is a light and airy lounge complete with working fireplace, a spacious kitchen diner and bathroom. Upstairs are two double bedrooms, one with views and a wall-mounted TV. Outside, the delightful courtyard garden is the ideal spot to catch the last rays of sunshine, and there is handy side access for bikes and pushchairs. Sky TV (including Sky Sports) and Wi-fi are both included so you’ll never miss a match or a message.
No smoking, please, for the comfort and enjoyment of our non-smoking guests.
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About the area
Deal
Located in Deal, this cottage is near the beach. Dover Castle is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at White Cliffs of Dover and Margate Beach. Deal Maritime and Local History Museum and Sandwich Bay Bird Observatory Trust are also worth visiting.

Walmer, ENG
What's nearby
- Deal Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Deal Castle - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Deal Pier - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Astor Theatre - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
- Walmer Castle and Gardens - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
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Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
11 Sept, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mathew B.
19 Jan, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely short stay
Mathew B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rob G.
31 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Deal delight
Rob G.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jayne H.
2 Jan, 2018
Very comfortable pretty cottage in fab location
Jayne H.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017
Verified
6/10 Okay
Rik P.
29 Oct, 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Hit and Miss
Rik P.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Saskia L.
20 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gemütliches Cottage mit super Lage
Saskia L.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Iris D.
19 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Schönes Haus in einem sehr schönen Ort
Iris D.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Wendie R.
11 Dec, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely everything I needed. Perfect. Thank you.
Wendie R.
Stayed 19 nights in Nov 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Thomas W.
1 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary break in Walmer
Thomas W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Alan Y.
24 Jun, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
'Lifeboat Cottage' June 2022
Alan Y.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Andrew H.
19 May, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage, great location
Andrew H.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rob G.
2 Apr, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yellow delight and parkrun bonus
Rob G.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jill G.
7 Jun, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Jill G.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Carrie Y.
17 Sept, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing break
Carrie Y.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
7 Sept, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lynsey S.
7 Aug, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing seaside getaway
Lynsey S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Peter R.
2 Aug, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal cottage for short break
Peter R.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Catrin E.
14 Jul, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful cottage just off the seafront
Catrin E.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
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10/10 Excellent
Peter M.
23 Sept, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Peter M.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nadine R.
10 Aug, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Entspannter Urlaub im Lifeboat Cottage
Nadine R.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sarah S.
21 Jul, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location
Sarah S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Josefa L.
23 Apr, 2019
Wir hatten eine super Zeit in diesem Ferienhaus!
Josefa L.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christine W.
4 Oct, 2018
Beautifully clean and stylish cottage, well placed by the beach in Walmer.
Christine W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Julia M.
17 Sept, 2018
Home Away From Home
Julia M.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amanda F.
25 Jul, 2018
Beautiful cottage in a great position
Amanda F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
About the host
Hosted by Mark Benson
I have lived in Walmer/Deal for 6 years with my Wife (Sarah), 2 children (Laurence and Edward) and our 2 year old Cockapoo (Maggie)
Former Professional Cricketer. Captained Kent County Cricket Club for 5 Years.
Also owns Pebble Beach, Seashell, Shelley Beach + Goodwin Sands Cottages in Deal and Delf Stream in Sandwich.
Former Professional Cricketer. Captained Kent County Cricket Club for 5 Years.
Also owns Pebble Beach, Seashell, Shelley Beach + Goodwin Sands Cottages in Deal and Delf Stream in Sandwich.
Why they chose this property
Love the area.
What makes this property unique
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Languages:
English
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