Blue Point - Whitstable
ID: S801693
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9 reviews
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2 pets welcome
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2 Bathrooms
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WiFi
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Parking
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Children welcome
Guests say
Blue Point - Whitstable is a well-received cottage with stunning sea views and chic coastal decor. Guests appreciate its proximity to the beach and local amenities, though some mention parking challenges and noise from nearby pub traffic. The property's light-filled rooms and comfortable furnishings are frequently praised, making it a desirable location for a seaside getaway.
Cleanliness
Unfortunately we’ve been unable assess this category comprehensively enough based on the reviews we’ve received from guests about this property.
Location
The location is highly praised for its stunning sea views and immediate beach access. It is also within walking distance to local eateries, though parking and noise from nearby pub traffic are noted concerns.
Comfort
The main bedroom and living areas are described as comfortable, with good bed linen and excellent showers. However, some guests found the stairs steep and the handrail inadequate, and the light blinds in the bedrooms were an issue for those who are not early risers.
Facilities
The property is well-equipped with kitchen utensils and has good-sized bathrooms. However, guests have mentioned the need for better parking facilities and minor issues such as the lack of a scouring sponge.
Thoughtfulness
Unfortunately we’ve been unable assess this category comprehensively enough based on the reviews we’ve received from guests about this property.
About this property
Situated in the heart of Whitstable directly on the beach, offering extensive sea views makes this the perfect property for families looking for a seaside escape. Whitstable is well known for its oysters which are celebrated every August at the Oyster Festival and this picturesque seaside town is renowned for its culinary heritage, with several local pubs and restaurants just moments from the cottage. Keen cyclists can enjoy a bike ride along the Crab and Winkle Way or ride along the coast to Herne Bay. For walkers, there are many footpaths to explore along the Kent coastline. For those looking to venture slightly further afield, head to nearby Canterbury (7 miles), which is home to the country’s oldest cathedral. Enjoy a spot of retail therapy or visit the ancient ruins of St Augustine's Abbey and St Martin's Church which form Canterbury's unesco World Heritage Site.
Access to the property is from the front courtyard garden via some steps where you will find a warm welcome awaits you. The ground floor offers a light and bright kitchen/diner that is well equipped for creating delicious family meals that can be enjoyed at the dining table, the ideal spot for enjoying seaside views as you dine. A comfy armchair is the perfect spot for curling up with a good book or to sit and chat whilst dinner is prepared. French doors from the kitchen/diner open onto the balcony where there is a sofa and armchairs with a coffee table -perfect for coffee and croissants. Also located on the ground floor is a shower room and a utility cupboard with a washer/dryer. Heading up to the first floor you will find the lounge with dual aspect windows offering extensive sea views and where a large window seat makes for a spot of people watching below. There is a further armchair and a sofa arranged around the Smart TV for catching up on your favourite programmes. French doors from the lounge open out onto a second balcony. The first floor also offers the first of the bedrooms: a pretty seaside theme twin bedroom. Heading up to the second floor you with find a king-size bedroom with spectacular sea views, and a family bathroom completes the property.
Heading outside you will find a ground-floor balcony with a rattan, sofa and armchair, the first-floor balcony offers a bistro table and chairs and there is also a courtyard area at the front of the property with patio seating and a charcoal BBQ.
Accommodation
Fees
A fully refundable security deposit may apply to this property to cover potential damages.
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