Name: Stylish Victorian Cottage, 2mins from Whitstable Harbour & Shops
Address: 14 Albert Street, Whitstable, CT5 1HP, United Kingdom, 14 Albert Street, Kent, CT5 1HP, UK
Rating: 8.5

Stylish Victorian Cottage, 2mins from Whitstable Harbour & Shops

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The entire place is yours
904 ft² size
Kitchen
Garden
Pet friendly
Washing machine
Free Wifi
Terrace
Free parking
Bath

About this property

Historic Charm: Stylish Victorian Cottage in Whitstable offers a unique holiday home experience within a historic building. Guests enjoy a beautiful garden and free WiFi throughout the property. Comfortable Living: The cottage features three bedrooms and a comfortable living room with a fireplace. A fully equipped kitchen includes modern appliances, ensuring a pleasant stay. Convenient Location: Located a 2-minute walk from Whitstable Beach, the property is close to local shops and restaurants. London City Airport is 57 mi away, providing easy access for travelers. Local Attractions: Nearby attractions include Canterbury Cathedral (7.5 mi) and the University of Kent (6.2 mi). Activities such as cycling and water sports are available in the surrounding area.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

FREE parking!

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Room Type	Number of guests
Vacation Home 1 full bed 1 full bed 2 twin beds

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Claire

United Kingdom

“The location was beyond excellent, everything was only a very short walk away - perfect! The house was great, plenty of space and everything you possible need with a bonus outdoor sitting area which was great to chill after a long day out and...”

Jon

United Kingdom

“Beautifully appointed, perfectly placed and well loved home from home within a few mins walk of the main high street and beaches.”

Peter

United Kingdom

“Nice house, well appointed and welcoming. Enjoyed the board games! Just round the corner from the high street too.”

Melanie

United Kingdom

“Excellent location with shops and beach a short walk away. A lovely little cottage, comfortable beds and nice living spaces. All extras supplied were great, good to have dishwasher and washing machine. We appreciated having all the plates/glasses...”

Helen

United Kingdom

“Location Beds Kitchen especially the cooker Board games Dining table”

Serena

United Kingdom

“Nice place and excellent location - everything is in walking distance.”

Sally

United Kingdom

“House beautifully clean with everything you need. Thoughtfully decorated, we loved all the wall art and details. Beds very comfy and so were the sofas. Great friendly communication from host made everything easy. Location perfect shops, harbour,...”

Leila

United Kingdom

“Great location, beautifully decorated house, comfortable bedrooms, well equiped kitchen, very friendly and helpful owners. Will definitely stay there again!”

Wayne

United Kingdom

“Great central location. The place itself was immaculate and very well looked after. If I'm down that way again I know where I will be staying.”

David

United Kingdom

“The cottage was very clean and had everything you needed for a great stay. The beds were very comfortable and location perfect for walking into town and to the beach.”

Hosted by Bic

9.7

Host Review Score

Bic

Barnacle Drift is a stylish 3 bedroom Victorian cottage in the heart of Whitstable, just 20 metres from the high street and a three minute stroll from the harbour and beach. With independent shops, cafés, restaurants and the seaside all on your doorstep, it’s the perfect base for exploring this charming coastal town. Full of original character, the cottage combines period features with thoughtful modern comforts, creating a relaxing retreat for families or groups of friends. Unwind in the cosy sitting room with its wood-burning stove, enjoy breakfast or an evening drink in the sunny courtyard garden, or prepare a relaxed meal in the well-equipped kitchen. Sleeping up to six guests across three bedrooms, Barnacle Drift offers fast WiFi and a comfortable space for both weekend escapes and longer stays. Flexible self check-in is available from 3pm via a keysafe, and we are always available by phone should you need any help during your stay. ** PLEASE NOTE** as a historic Victorian cottage, the original staircase is steep and may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility.

We are a family of four from East London who love escaping to Whitstable whenever we can. We chose Barnacle Drift because we love the way Whitstable combines the best of both worlds: independent shops, cafés and restaurants on the doorstep, with the beach, sea air and relaxed pace of coastal life just moments away. We hope you enjoy Whitstable as much as we do. As local visitors who know and love the town, we are always happy to share recommendations and are available by phone if you need any help during your stay.

Whitstable is famous for its oysters and fresh seafood, with the harbour’s fishing boats bringing in daily catches that are sold locally. The town has a wonderful choice of independent restaurants, cafés, pubs and food shops, with plenty of vegetarian options alongside seafood and traditional favourites. Barnacle Drift is ideally located in the heart of Whitstable, with the independent High Street just 20 metres away and the harbour and beach only a few minutes’ walk from the cottage. Enjoy an eclectic mix of independent shops, galleries, delicatessens, cafés and restaurants right on your doorstep. The cottage is perfectly placed for a relaxed seaside escape without needing to rely on the car. Many guests enjoy leaving the car behind and spending their stay exploring on foot, from browsing the independent shops and galleries, to enjoying fresh seafood, beach walks, sunsets by the water and a drink at one of the many pubs overlooking the coast. For those wanting to explore further afield, Canterbury is easily reached by bus, and there are regular train services to nearby coastal towns.

Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Stylish Victorian Cottage, 2mins from Whitstable Harbour & Shops

Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

Cancellation/ prepayment

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Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of £200 is required. The property charges this 7 days before arrival. That's about $270. This will be collected by bank transfer. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. The deposit will be fully refunded by bank transfer if there's no damage to the property upon inspection after check-out.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years

Crib upon request

Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 12:00 AM and 7:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

When traveling with pets, please note that an extra charge of £25 per pet, per stay applies. Please note that a maximum of 2 pets are allowed.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 00:00:00 and 07:00:00.

A damage deposit of £200 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by bank transfer. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. The deposit will be fully refunded by bank transfer if there's no damage to the property upon inspection after check-out.