Near Whitstable Beach, The Cook's Cottage: a coastal oasis w/outdoor kitchen, garden & cinema nr beach provides a firepit, a garden and a playground. Active travellers can enjoy cycling at this cottage. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. In addition to an arcade/games room and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
The Cook's Cottage: a coastal oasis w/outdoor kitchen, garden & cinema nr beach
About The Cottage:
A charming cottage with lots of character that sleeps 6 people comfortably
Pets are welcome
3 double bedrooms and 2 bathrooms (one of which is upstairs) set across 3 floors, a sunny, enclosed dog-proof garden, a covered outdoor kitchen w/BBQ, and a gorgeous summerhouse/den w/cinema projector
The cottage is conveniently located a short stroll away from the beach as well as all the independent shops, bars and restaurants, so once you've parked the car you'll never need to use it again
The interior of the cottage is filled with a quirky mix of vintage furniture, with wooden floorboards throughout and vintage old-school radiators that give the cottage a laid back French boho vibe
There is a lovely open fire for cosy winter nights
There is super WIFI is throughout the cottage, garden & summerhouse/den
What You'll Love About The Cottage:
Chilling in the scented walled garden in your own private oasis
Leisurely al fresco dining in the sunny garden (the French iron dining table seats 6 people and we also have an outside wood burner)
BBQing come rain or shine in the covered outdoor kitchen
Relaxing in the cosy summerhouse/den watching a film or binging a TV series on the cinema screen. (There's also a large DVD film collection that guests can use)
Snuggling up on one of the two large, comfy vintage sofas reading a book or watching something on the Smart TV (seats 6 people comfortably)
Waking up refreshed after a relaxing nights from sleeping on the memory foam sprung mattresses that are on all the vintage beds
Having a long relaxing soak in the original vintage cast iron roll top bath
Cooking in the bespoke, well - equipped kitchen (double range cooker, fridge freezer, Le Creuset pans, as well as herbs and other condiments are provided)
Listening to the eclectic selection of vinyl records on the vintage record player (there is a collection of c.500 vinyl records that guests can use)
Playing board games with your family & friends (a selection of games are provided)
Having a relaxing and rejuvenating facial in the cottage
What You'll Love About Whitstable
Relaxing walks on the beach (with your dog) Swimming in the sea The stunning sunsets Windsurfing Yoga Saunas on the beach Sampling Whitstable Oysters Eating out at the many delicious restaurants Exploring the quirky independent shops on Harbour Street
Things To Note
It's an old cottage with lots of beams, crooked doors and uneven walls
The stairs are steep (stair gates are provided)
You can only use the BIG Green Egg if agreed prior to check in (they can be dangerous if you haven't used one before)
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Massage
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Egyptian cotton sheets
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Music library
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Video games
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Office
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
3 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift (single-level property)
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Limited housekeeping
Location highlights
In a village
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Bicycles
Gym
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Located in Whitstable, this cottage is near the beach. Whitstable Harbour and Whitstable and Seasalter Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Whitstable Beach and Tankerton Slopes. Travelling with kids? Consider Horsebridge Arts and Community Centre, or check out an event or a game at BMX Track Herne Bay. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Whitstable travel guide
Is The Cook's Cottage: a coastal oasis w/outdoor kitchen, garden & cinema nr beach pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at The Cook's Cottage: a coastal oasis w/outdoor kitchen, garden & cinema nr beach?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Cook's Cottage: a coastal oasis w/outdoor kitchen, garden & cinema nr beach?
Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.
What time is check-out at The Cook's Cottage: a coastal oasis w/outdoor kitchen, garden & cinema nr beach?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is The Cook's Cottage: a coastal oasis w/outdoor kitchen, garden & cinema nr beach located?
This family-friendly Whitstable cottage is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Whitstable Harbour and Whitstable Beach. Horsebridge Arts and Community Centre and Whitstable Leisure Centre are also within 10 minutes. Whitstable Station is 11 minutes by foot.
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The Cook's Cottage: a coastal oasis w/outdoor kitchen, garden & cinema nr beach Reviews
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The extra touches make this a delightful place to rent. Parking can be tough and heed the warning of the steep stairs, however, location is fantastic and owners are very responsive. We will definitely stay again.
Location is extremely central and offers great access to the beach and town.
The cottage is very comfortable and well stocked with lots of things to make the stay more enjoyable.
The home is beautiful and exactly as per the images. It's comfortable, the kitchen is fully functional with gas cooker and excellent cookware, the showers are hot and powerful, the bath relaxing, the garden and garden room lovely. There's loads of little additions like a record player that adds great atmosphere and the toys and games. The baby cot bed was comfortable and our daughter slept well. Overall very homely and we loved it, so recommend.
We loved this cottage. Very welcoming and it met every expectation and more. It was at the end of a close so very peaceful, a hop, skip and jump away from the high street and 5 mins away from the sea. We hope to be back one day very soon.
A cosy and comfortable cottage in a fantastic location.
We were a family group of 3 generations and the cottage was the perfect place for us to stay and enjoy Whitstable. The location was ideal for the beaches, pubs and shops all close by. Thank you for a great holiday.
Lovely property with everything you need and chic vintage style which we loved. Perfect for us, our grown up children and dog! Perfect location. Stairs are very steep so would not be good for anyone who struggles with stairs as the host does point out!
We had a lovely mid-week winter stay. Perfect location for town-life & sea walks.Cottage is cosy & charming with lots of considerate, clever & homely touches. Helpful & accurate information/ presentation of property from the owners. Very impressed with Whitstable too!
Gorgeous property really well located for everythung!
We stayed (myself and my husband, our 1 & 3 year olds and my parents) in Cook's Cottage for a week and had the best time! It couldn't be better located for access to the shops, restaurants or the beach. Even with a laden buggy and kids the beach was a 3-4 minute walk away (it would be 2 mins without kids!). It's a beautifully decorated house, so many pretty things (but all robust if you've got little ones) and comfy beds and lovely linen. The kitchen is really well equipped and the bathrooms have generous toiletries. The 2 bathrooms (one with a bath downstairs and one with a shower on the first floor) are perfect for the size of house and the yard is a great size for bbqs, evening drinks and for kids to play in. Selina was really quick to answer any questions and Sarah who looks after the property was too, really accommodating. Most places are open again in town and there's a lovely buzz. We would definitely stay at the Cottage again and hope to be back in the not too distant future.
Lovely house. Quirky as expected. Everything we required. Great location for walking around Whitstable and the nearby coastline. Hosts quick to answer any questions. Would recommend.
A charming holiday home in the centre of Whitstable
Another great stay at Cooks Cottage - a special place in a central location which was ideal for access to shopping, cycling and water sports activities. The cottage was clean and tidy, with plenty of charming features, including a vinyl record player and private outdoor seating for relaxed family dinners.
Unfortunately the interior of the cottage did not live up to the photos that advertised the property.
We were given 2 days notice that the house next door was having minor building works done. A complete refurb and rear extension is more than minor works.
This meant we could not use the garden during the day. Although we do not blame the owners for the building work but we would of appreciated more notice as we would have found somewhere else. As you can appreciate you go on holiday to get away and relax but we felt we couldn’t do that there.
The perfect staycation. The photos don’t show just how beautiful and amazing this property is. 3 good double sized bedroom which ensure everyone feels like they have a beautiful room. Selina gave us great suggestions on where would be open for food and drinks and was quick to respond if I ever messaged with a question
The location of this property ensures that once you arrive you can truly hang the car keys up and just enjoy your stay. Everywhere is in walking distance.
Thank you for opening up this beautiful property for people to have the best holidays.
Location was excellent and very close to the town and beach. It was a short walk from the station also. The cottage had absolutely everything we needed and was super cosy. Check in and out was smooth and we’ll definitely come again!
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Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
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6/10 Okay
sue h.
9 Sept 2020
Liked: Communication, location
Cooks Cottage
The property was in a good location but the exterior was disappointing, the cottage was shabby chic with nice bedrooms but the kitchen and bathrooms had far too much clutter. The garden needed some TLC. It was however value for money.We enjoyed Whitstable and the restaurant recommendations were very helpful. Thank you
Thanks for a lovely stay. A comfortable and well equipped home - great location for our holiday in Whitstable. We especially enjoyed the record player :-) Parking outside was limited, but we managed.
We had a wonderful stay in this lovely little cottage. The cottage had everything we needed (including baby gates) and was seconds away from the high street.
Particularly loved the bathtub and the variety of toiletries.
Fantastic location, very close to the harbour, restaurants and shops.
Lovely quirky property. Ideal for a family get together. Three good sized bedrooms and plenty of room to socialise both inside and out. Sarah and Chris who manage the property are excellent to deal with.
Prima heerlijk huis en vlakbij het centrum en strand
Heerlijk huis. Wel een typisch Engels huis dus wel even wennen verder prima locatie vlakbij centrum en strand. Eigenaar en housekeeper zeer vriendelijk en gastvrij
We had a very enjoyable stay at Cooks Cottage. The house is so close to the great independent shops and just a minute or two to the beach. The beds were extremely comfortable and the house was very homely. We were so pleased to find somewhere where we could bring the dog and the baby! Looking forward to visiting again in the future. Chris and Sarah who look after the property were very friendly and the house was lovely and clean. Definitely recommend it.