Sandpiper is a newly refurbished, centrally located, split-level apartment sleeping four nestled above a shop in the very heart of Whitstable. Its prime location puts everything within easy reach, from delightful restaurants showcasing local produce to a diverse range of shops. The beach is just a gentle few minutes’ stroll away, accessible via Whitstable’s intriguing smugglers’ alleyways. Being centrally situated, Sandpiper offers the convenience of returning to your holiday haven within moments, no matter where your explorations.
Upon entering Sandpiper, a staircase leads to the first floor. Here, you’ll find the bunk bed room, and a bathroom equipped with a bath (including an overhead shower), wash basin, and toilet. Continuing along the spacious hallway, you’ll arrive at the bright and airy open-plan kitchen, lounge, and diner, which comfortably seats four. The living area offers views overlooking the high street, perfect for watching the town’s lively atmosphere, or you can settle down to enjoy a favourite movie on the smart TV. Though compact, the kitchen is well-equipped with an oven, hob, fridge with a mini freezer, microwave, kettle, toaster, and a cafetière. For added convenience, a washing machine and clothes horse are also provided.
Ascending to the second floor, you’ll discover the expansive master king-size bedroom, featuring original beams and charming sloping ceilings.
For families with young children, a travel cot is available, along with a stairgate located at the top of the first-floor stairs, just before the bunk bedroom
Perfectly positioned in the heart of Whitstable, Sandpiper offers the delightful experience of being close enough to hear the seagulls calling from the beach. Just steps away, you can savour a variety of restaurants renowned for their locally sourced cuisine and enjoy pre-dinner drinks in a cosy micro pub. The town itself boasts a rich array of attractions, including a museum, numerous art galleries, tennis courts, charming cafes, diverse shops, the historic Whitstable Castle, and a bustling harbour. With regular and convenient bus services, exploring the surrounding area is effortless, making a car entirely optional. Additionally, the train station is within a pleasant twenty-minute stroll, providing easy access to further destinations
There is free street parking on the roads to the rear of the High Street but you cannot park directly outside the property as there are double yellow lines. The nearest paid parking is Gladstone Road or Middle Wall 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 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.
No Smoking
No Pets
Please keep a noise to a minimum after 10pm to respect the neighbours
Cancellation is free 30 days before your arrival date.
| Guests |  4 Guests |
|---|---|
| Pets |  No Pets |
| Entertainment |  Central heating  Board Games  Books  WiFi  Smart TV  Radio |
| Family |  Children books & toys  Children Dinnerware  Stair gates  Travel Cot  Window Guards |
| Kitchen |  Breakfast Bar  Cafetiere  Drying rack for clothes  Freezer  Fridge  Induction Hob  Kettle  Microwave  Oven  Toaster  Washing Machine |
| No. Bathrooms |  1 Bathroom |
| No. of Bedrooms |  2 Bedrooms |
You may arrive at your property anytime after 3pm. When you book you will be told how to acquire the keys and the address of the property. If you arrive early and would like to leave your bags somewhere this may be possible, please speak to us about this when booking. Please vacate the property by 10am on the day of departure.
Please respect the property and local area you are staying in, do not litter, waste energy or water, and take every effort to guard against fire and damage. Please also be conscientious to the neighbours and local people, especially in regards to noise.
Unless stated in the individual property details, cleaning will be at no extra charge, unless deep cleaning is required after your stay. Please leave the property as you found it.
Property descriptions give the ideal number of guests, it may also advise a plus or extras- this indicates that extra guests could be accommodated through arrangement- e.g. on a sofa bed. Under no circumstances must the maximum number of guests be exceeded, you must specify how many guests there will be when booking, and if you wish to change this after booking please speak to us before you arrive.
These will be provided at no extra charge and information will be provided at each property regarding this, for example the availability of hot water. Please do not change the settings on any of the services. If you are experiencing difficulties please contact us.
Please see individual property details for facilities provided, and see inventory for a list of what is generally provided.
If you have any special requirements, such as disabled or elderly guests or children please advise us when booking and we will advise you accordingly as to which properties would be suitable and if there is anything we can do to make their stay easier.
Smoking is not allowed at any of the properties.
There is an information pack at most of the properties which provides local information and instructions for equipment in the house, emergency telephone numbers and contact numbers, waste collection details, information on local attractions and transport.
Some houses have private parking, or free road parking, some will require you to find parking nearby, please check the specific house details. We will be able to advise you as to where it is best to park. However parking cannot be guaranteed and we accept no responsibility for vehicles left.
Please separate landfill and recycling into the bins and r bags provided. These will be collected weekly, see information pack for details.
Bed linen and bath towels are included free of charge. Beach towels are not provided.
A deposit of 30% of the total charge is required upon booking to reserve the property. There will be no deposit taken on arrival at the property however you pay a Damage Waiver when booking.
Some properties accommodate pets and this will be made clear under the individual property details. You cannot leave your dog unattended in the property. Do not let your dog upstairs or on the furniture and make sure you clear up any mess from the garden.
Upon your arrival please familiarise yourself with the exits and location and operating procedures of any fire extinguishers or blankets. Keep pets and children away from balconies, stairs, water features and open fires make sure they are supervised at all times, make sure fires are fully extinguished before leaving the property or going to sleep. Instruction manuals are provided at each property for appliances, please read before use and advise us immediately if anything is broken or you are experiencing difficulty. Please tell us about all breakages.
All gas appliances must be installed and maintained by a CORGI registered engineer and certificates are available to view on request. If something appears broken please notify us immediately. Please ensure all gas cookers and fires are switched off after use and when you go to sleep.
