Boatswains Cottage

kitcehn with log burner - Boatswains Cottage

courtyard garden with table and chair - Boatswains Cottage

courtyard garden with tables and chairs - Boatswains Cottage

doorway form kitchen leads to court yeard garden -Boatswains Cottage

Double bedroom and chair - Boatswains Cottage

first floor bathroo with handheld shoer, sink and wc - Boatswains Cottage

first floor bathroom with a view - Boatswains Cottage

open plan living with log burner - Boatswains Cottage

opwn plan living room, dining room and kitchen with log burner - Boatswains Cottage

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Boatswains Cottage is a charming two-bedroom cottage, close enough to the sea to hear the gulls.

Boatswains Cottage is a charming 19th-century weatherboard fisherman’s cottage, located just a few steps from the beach on Whitstable’s highly sought-after Island Wall. Boasting a full range of modern conveniences and situated just moments from the beach and tennis courts, this stylish property offers the perfect seaside getaway in Whitstable.

Accommodation

This characterful wood-framed cottage, once used by the coastguard, comfortably accommodates four guests across three floors and still boasts its original features. The house offers a beautifully understated style, creating a welcoming home-from-home atmosphere. The quaint open-plan ground floor space offers a sitting features a wood-burning stove, a flat-screen TV, and a DVD player, seamlessly leading into a well-equipped kitchen and dining area complete with a microwave, refrigerator, washer-dryer, dishwasher, coffee machine, a five-ring gas hob, and an electric double oven. A doorway opens to a well-established, wild sunny courtyard garden featuring a decked seating area, the perfect spot for enjoying your first morning coffee in Whitstable.

The family bathroom, on the first floor, equipped with a toilet, basin, roll top bath, and handheld shower, leading to the balcony area which offers fantastic views of the sunny garden. Opposite the family bathroom, you’ll find the master bedroom, featuring a king-size bed and ample wardrobe space. Ascending the second staircase, you’ll discover the charming twin bedroom nestled in the eaves.

NOTE: The cottage may be unsuitable for younger children and toddlers in respect to the steep stairs up to the attic twin bedroom where there is no door at the top. Also due to the balcony area off the bathroom children must be supervised at all times.

NOTE: The stairs in the cottage are quite steep.

Neighbourhood

With both the tennis courts and the beach conveniently located just behind the property, it’s the perfect setting for a refreshing getaway in Whitstable. The renowned Neptune pub is also situated along this stretch of beach, perfect for a cold, refreshing drink on a sunny day or after a leisurely walk along Whitstable’s promenade. Just opposite, on this peaceful road, you’ll find a charming local store and cafe’s serving delicious breakfasts and lunches. Whitstable’s charming town centre, offering a delightful selection of eateries and boutiques, is conveniently located just at the end of the road.

Getting Around

Free street parking is available on Nelson Road and Cornwallis Circle, which is just off Island Wall; however, there are double yellow lines directly outside the property, meaning parking is not permitted there.Convenient free one-hour parking spaces are available on Island Wall, making it ideal for unloading your car upon arrival. The nearest paid parking is Keams Yard car park. Whitstable Train Station, on Railway Avenue, is the cheapest car park if you don’t mind a 10 minute walk. 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 buses 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.

House Rules

No Smoking.

No Pets.

Please keep a noise to a minimum after 10pm to respect the neighbours.

Additional information

Guests	4 Guests
Pets	No Pets
Bathrooms	Bathtub Towels
Bedrooms	Bed Linen Clothes Storage Hair Dryer Iron/Ironing board Portable Fans
Entertainment	Fireplace Central heating Board Games Books WiFi Smart TV Radio CD / DVD Player Dining table & chairs
Kitchen	Gas Hob Cafetiere Coffee Machine Dishwasher Tumble Dryer Airer Fridge freezer Kettle Microwave Oven Toaster Washer / Dryer
Outside	Deck / Patio Garden Outdoor Seating
No. Bathrooms	1 Bathroom
No. of Bedrooms	2 Bedrooms

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FAQ

Arriving

You may arrive at your property after 3pm. You will receive the arrival instructions prior to your stay. If you arrive early, you may be able to leave your bags inside the property. Please contact us to check if this is possible. Please vacate the property by 10am on the day of departure.

Area / Property Protection

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.

Cleaning

Cleaning and laundry will be at no extra charge. Please leave the property as you found it.

Sleeping Arrangement

Property descriptions give the maximum number of guests allowed to stay. Babies in cots are not included in the guest amounts.

Fuel & Water

All utilities are 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.

Facilites

Please see individual property details for facilities provided.

Special Requirements

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

Smoking or vaping is not allowed at any of the properties.

Information Pack

There is an information folder inside the properties which provide local information, instructions on how to use equipment in the house, emergency telephone numbers, waste collection details, plus information on local attractions and transport.

Parking

Properties either have private parking, free street parking or paid car parks. Please read the property description in regards to the available parking or 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.

Rubbish & Recycling

Please separate landfill and recycling into the bins provided. These will be collected weekly, see information folder for details.

Linen & Towels

Bed linen and bath towels are included free of charge. Beach towels are not provided.

Deposits

A deposit of 30% of the total charge is required upon booking to reserve the property. There will be no security deposit taken on arrival at the property, however you pay a Damage Waiver when booking.

Pets

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.

Safety

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, making sure they are supervised at all times. Please make sure fires are fully extinguished before leaving the property or going to bed. Advise us immediately if anything is broken or you are experiencing any issues.

Complaints

If you have any complaints please contact us or the owner straight away. Do not wait until you get home otherwise we cannot be given the chance to rectify any issues. Once we are aware of a problem we will do our best to help.