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Exterior
Living area
Interior
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Broadstairs, England
  • Viking Bay
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Joss Bay
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Kingsgate Bay
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Manston (MSE-Kent Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Smugglers Cottage By The Sea . 2 Minutes Walk to the beach. Prime location!

Broadstairs has been voted "THE BEST SEASIDE TOWN" in the South East to come and stay!

This little gem has just been fully refurbished. Built in around the 1860's, Smuggler's Cottage is set in a quiet and quaint little little courtyard called Church Square. It is surrounded by other lovely old flint fisherman's cottages that share the courtyard.
There is free ample parking only 2 minutes walk away on the Eastern Esplanade.

A lovely atmosphere has been created in this cottage with added beams through out . A light and airy atmosphere has been created with a sea-side theme.

It has two bedrooms and can comfortably sleep four people.

The cottage is approached from the square and up 2 steps to the front door which is on the first floor. You walk straight in to the lounge where there is a comfortable 3 seater sofa, and an armchair, a TV with Free view and a electric log burner for instant warmth and free WIFI is also included.

Spiral stairs lead down to the well-lit basement kitchen which is fully equipped for all your culinary needs and has a dining table which comfortably seat four people for dinner. In addition, the kitchen also has a washing machine and beautiful new fridge.

On the second floor you will find the second bedroom with two single beds and a new separate bathroom with a power shower, toilet and basin.

The main bedroom is on the third floor and has a luxurious double bed.

Bed linen and towels are included in the price.

Please note that the stairs are spiral and very steep maybe be unsuitable for people with mobility problems or young children. For further information before booking please contact us.

The cottage is a fantastic base from which to explore everything the town and surrounding area has to offer and it is only a 100 meters from the beach and 1 minutes walk to the local shops, restaurants and wine bars. You could not ask for a better location set in a peaceful and quite surrounding.

You will be guaranteed a warm and friendly welcome whenever you come to Broadstairs. The town is steeped in history and charm and has been captivating visitors for generations.

There is free parking for your car on the Eastern Esplanade. This is only a couple of minutes' walk away from the cottage and close to the famous Bleak House where Charles Dickens wrote some of his novels.
If you prefer there is a car park again 1 minute from the cottage and a parking permit can be purchased for £40.00 for the week which allows you to park in other car parks around the Isle.

Just park your car and enjoy the history and beauty of this wonderful old town and its surrounding areas.

If you prefer to walk or cycle, there are some of the best cliff top walks you will see that should not be missed and is famous for its spectacular sunsets, 7 golden beaches and panoramic views you will find in Great Britain. These include Viking bay, Joss bay, Botany bay and there are smaller more secluded beaches if you prefer.

If you fancy a game of Golf on our famous golf courses, or a day out boat fishing, or even a trip to France for the day it is all here for you to discover.

Being right on the tip of the South East of England, we have our own little micro-climate here producing some of the best weather in the UK.

You will be guaranteed a warm and friendly welcome whenever you come to Broadstairs. With so much charm and history in this picturesque town, how could you resist?

The summer season offers great attractions, including the famous Folk week that have captivated generations of visitors, year after year, from all over the world.

Property manager

PHIL DENNIS

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please no pets are allowed in the bedrooms. Thank you for your cooperation!
Can guests please not use our towels to remove make up etc. We provide face towels for this purpose.

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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Broadstairs

Located in Broadstairs, this cottage is near theme parks and near the beach. Dreamland is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Botany Bay and Margate Beach. Broadstairs Leisure and Lillyputt Minigolf are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
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Broadstairs, England

What's nearby

  • Viking Bay - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Stone Bay - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Joss Bay - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Kingsgate Bay - 8 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Botany Bay - 11 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Broadstairs Station - 12 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 110 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Old Bake House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Jetty Broadstairs - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tartar Frigate - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Prince Albert - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Posillipo - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Smugglers Cottage By The Sea . 2 Minutes Walk to the beach. Prime location! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Smugglers Cottage By The Sea . 2 Minutes Walk to the beach. Prime location!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Smugglers Cottage By The Sea . 2 Minutes Walk to the beach. Prime location!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Smugglers Cottage By The Sea . 2 Minutes Walk to the beach. Prime location! located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is steps away from Bleak House and Broadstairs Leisure. Viking Bay and Dickens House Museum are also within 5 minutes. Broadstairs Station is 12 minutes by foot and Ramsgate Dumpton Park Station is 28 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Nicky M.

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

Xmas stay

Great location. We didn’t spend much time there as we were in the area to meet family.Small but well equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

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

Fantastic Broadstairs

Lovely little cottage, extremely unique. Great location - central to everything. Easy walk to and from the beach and local restaurants. Phil and Beverley were great hosts. We all had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Belinda G.

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

Perfect location

Strugglers cottage is a beautiful, clean little cottage in the middle of Broadstairs but in a quiet courtyard. It had everything you could wish for and more. There is 3 flights of steep stairs between rooms but that is it’s charm.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynne J.

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

Atmospheric cottage

Atmospheric cottage near to the coast and centre of Broadstairs. Steps to each level .
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

GLENN C.

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

Perfect location to explore the area

Wonderful property, decorated to a high standard and very well appointed. Literally seconds from the centre of town, but incredibly quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria D.

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

Great little property

Great property - very steep stairs. Some noise due to building work next door but other than that a fantastic little property
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

6/10 Okay

Alicia C.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Great location.

Great location and cute cottage. Sadly the kitchen had a bad smell of sewage so was unable to use it, advised owner so hopefully be fixed for the next person.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Neville M.

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

Fabulous Fisherman's cottage

So much fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter G.

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

Smugglers cottage

If you’re looking for a quaint place to stay set in a Dickensian courtyard, you will not be disappointed. The property is well equipped and close to amenities and good walks. I recommend the cottage and advise you take notice of the advice about the steep stairs, not suitable for everyone but it definitely adds to the character. Thanks for the stay 🤣
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danny G., London

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

Very cute cottage in a great location. Highly recommended

Very smooth and efficient booking and checking in progress.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Philip S.

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

Smuggler's cottage

Great property & hosts. Steep stairs may not be to everyone's liking but overall an excellent stay !
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Zoë P.

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

Get away

Beverley and Phil are the most helpful host ever. Superb location and great stay. Though it was made clear about the winding staircase, it was still quite a surprise. Maybe a hand grip at top? Other than that, its a fab! Thanks Beverley and Phil :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

jackie b.

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

Charming

Lovely little cottage, very well equipped and we had a really enjoyable stay. We had a little drama but Phil the host dealt with it straight away, we would definitely like to go back and stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Cottage Feedback

The cottage was in an excellent location and very clean. That being said we felt the ropes substituting handrails on the stairs were very unhygienic particularly during Covid times. Unfortunately we arrived late and there was no key in the lockbox and it took me a little while to get through to the owner for her to send the cleaner with a key. I would recommend putting a fan in the top bedroom as it gets very hot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Margaret E.

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

Our Short Break in Broadstairs

We found the newly restored smugglers cottage really delightful, and very tastefully furnished. The property was challenging for the three of us aged between 75 and 82 with three sets of narrow stairs to negotiate!! A couple of grab rails in addition to the rope might have been helpful. However we managed it without mishap . The cottage was well appointed, catering for all our needs...except for a milk jug!! The weather was glorious and with seating outside we had a very enjoyable few days...not far from where we live in East Sussex.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maria F.

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

Cosy and centrally located

Nicely presented cottage, close to beach and restaurants. Comfortable beds and well equipped.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nicky S.

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

Stunning

Lovely property - super clean and cute touches with high quality fittings. Make sure you read the listing thoroughly - re stairs! Amazing location with stunning beaches. Macie the Jack Russell loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Marci F.

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

Short stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this little cottage. My 82 year old mother even managed the interesting stairs! Would recommend the property to able bodied friends!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karina M.

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

Cute cottage in the perfect location

A stones throw from Viking Bay, Stone Bay and the lovely shops, bars and eateries of Broadstairs. The beautifully refurbished cottage was clean, comfortable and well equipped. We had a fabulous holiday

10/10 Excellent

Hayley T.

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

Cosy little cottage

The property was cute, cosy and clean. We spent two nights here and had a lovely stay. The property description is very accurate and the owners were in touch to check all was well after we had settled in. Very clear and simple check in process. I would recommend the cottage to others..... (but not anyone elderly as they would struggle with the stairs, as stated in the listing!) Thank you for a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brad H.

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

Had a lovely weekend

This is a clean and tidy little cottage, and in the middle of everything we would definitely book again

8/10 Good

Mandy R., Hertfordshire

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

Perfect Location!

Lovely little cottage. Had everything we needed for a much needed break. Even the weather was lovely! Will look forwards to returning again in the future! Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

dave q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Weekend Break

Perfect location for a short stay in Broadstairs
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Roland R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Short stay

Everything was just fine. Except..... I do wish that I could have seen or been told about the stairs, not conducive to the health and well being of two 77 year old people.

About the host

Hosted by PHIL DENNIS

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Our names are Beverley and Phil.

We have managed " The Fishermen's Cottages" for 23 years now, which include Barnaby's Lodge, Sandpipers Cottage, Pickwick's Place, Beach House and Bay Cottage and our new exciting holiday experience "Fagin's Den" which are also on VRBO website.

We have lived here most of my lives but have always been drawn back to beautiful Broadstairs because of it's charm and character that has not changed over the years.

We really enjoy making sure that all of our customers have a great stay, with 5 star customer care!

If you want to know the best restaurants, pubs or beaches to visit then just let us know and I'll be happy to assist. I'm always here to help!

We will work hard to ensure that your stay here in Broadstairs is both comfortable and enjoyable so hopefully you'll want to return again and again!

Why they chose this property

We are pleased to announce that we have been awarded a
certificate of Excellence for 2018 and 2019 from TripAdvisor.

The cottage is within easy reach of several Blue Flag beaches, local shops, restaurants and wine bars. It is tucked away in an idyllic courtyard yet still close to all the amenities Broadstairs has to offer. The perfect bolthole for a wonderful holiday!

What makes this property unique

One of the great things about this unique flint cottage with it's beamed ceilings and a lovely warm homely feel, is that it is so close to all the amenities.
It just completes everything for having a lovely memorable time here in sunny Broadstairs.

You will be guaranteed a warm and friendly welcome whenever you come to Broadstairs. The town is steeped in history and charm and has been captivating visitors for generations.
Smuggler's Cottage is a fantastic base from which to explore everything the town and surrounding area has to offer.

Top location to explore the seven golden sandy beaches and visit the old town, which are all on your doorstep, how can you resist ?

Just park your car on the Eastern Esplanade for "free" and enjoy this wonderful old town and its surrounding areas.

Languages:

English