8/10 Good
Elaine T.
6 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very good stay.
Elaine T.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Entire home
Shell Cottage is a 2 bedroom house with a beach effect garden and is close to town
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4100 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Whitstable, England
- Whitstable Harbour5 min walk
- Whitstable Beach6 min walk
- Whitstable Castle and Gardens11 min walk
- Manston (MSE-Kent Intl.)28 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Shell Cottage is a 2 bedroom house with a beach effect garden and is close to town
Shell Cottage is perfect for a seaside getaway with the beach just a gentle few minutes stroll past the town with an array of boutiques, delicious restaurants, coffee shops and art galleries. You can even take a boat trip to see the Seals, WWII Forts or simply around the bay. Whitstable has everything just a stones throw and the Train Station is conveniently only just 5 minutes walk away.
Walk through the front door and sink into an armchair in front of a cosy log burner or enjoy a board game on the dining room table whilst the dinner is cooking in the galley kitchen to dine alfresco in the pebbled garden. The kitchen has all you need to cook with an electric oven, gas hob, kettle, toaster, dishwasher and even a Nespresso coffee machine to make mornings that little bit better! The downstairs bathroom has a wash basin, WC and a large bath to really sink into.
Upstairs you will find a double bedroom to the rear and twin bedroom to the front, both with a vintage chest of drawers and clothes hangers.
For the children there is a travel cot, high chair, stair gates, books, toys & games.
Shell Cottage is next door to The Roost which is convenient for 8 guests to stay in two properties.
There is free street parking on the road and surrounding roads. The nearest paid parking is Victoria Street car park. You can view the charges on the Canterbury City Council website. Parking can be limited in the high season but once you have parked up, you are close enough to walk into town, beach, shops etc.
You can also visit the 'Just Park' website to find out where to park in Whitstable.
There are frequent busses running from Whitstable to Herne Bay and Canterbury. You will find bus stops along Harbour Street, High Street, Oxford Street etc.
The trains from Whitstable station will take you to Ramsgate or further afield to London. Whitstable Train Station is about a 10 minute walk to the town centre.
There are also Taxi services available for short fares or airport runs. The nearest airport is in London and the Ferry port is in Dover.
Pets - allowed
Smoking - not allowed
Walk through the front door and sink into an armchair in front of a cosy log burner or enjoy a board game on the dining room table whilst the dinner is cooking in the galley kitchen to dine alfresco in the pebbled garden. The kitchen has all you need to cook with an electric oven, gas hob, kettle, toaster, dishwasher and even a Nespresso coffee machine to make mornings that little bit better! The downstairs bathroom has a wash basin, WC and a large bath to really sink into.
Upstairs you will find a double bedroom to the rear and twin bedroom to the front, both with a vintage chest of drawers and clothes hangers.
For the children there is a travel cot, high chair, stair gates, books, toys & games.
Shell Cottage is next door to The Roost which is convenient for 8 guests to stay in two properties.
There is free street parking on the road and surrounding roads. The nearest paid parking is Victoria Street car park. You can view the charges on the Canterbury City Council website. Parking can be limited in the high season but once you have parked up, you are close enough to walk into town, beach, shops etc.
You can also visit the 'Just Park' website to find out where to park in Whitstable.
There are frequent busses running from Whitstable to Herne Bay and Canterbury. You will find bus stops along Harbour Street, High Street, Oxford Street etc.
The trains from Whitstable station will take you to Ramsgate or further afield to London. Whitstable Train Station is about a 10 minute walk to the town centre.
There are also Taxi services available for short fares or airport runs. The nearest airport is in London and the Ferry port is in Dover.
Pets - allowed
Smoking - not allowed
Property manager
Whitstable Seaside Ltd
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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 and a first aid kit
About the area
Whitstable
Located in Whitstable, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Whitstable Beach and Tankerton Slopes, while Playhouse Theatre Whitstable and Whitstable Museum and Gallery are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider MFA Bowl Whitstable, or check out an event or a game at BMX Track Herne Bay.
Whitstable, England
What's nearby
- Whitstable Harbour - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- Whitstable Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
- Tankerton Slopes - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Tankerton Beach - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
- Whitstable Castle and Gardens - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- West Whelks Shellfish - 5 min walk
- Birdies - 3 min walk
- The Forge - 5 min walk
- The Harbour Garden Cafe - 5 min walk
- Quayside - 4 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Laura K.
24 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect Family Get Away
Laura K.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Janice W.
23 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Whitstable
Janice W.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Leonie K.
30 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay
Leonie K.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
About the host
Hosted by Whitstable Seaside Ltd
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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