Guests say
Woodlands By The Sea Cottage in Deal, Kent, is a well-received holiday rental with guests praising its peaceful location, spacious and tastefully decorated rooms, and beautiful gardens. The host, Dianne, is often mentioned for her helpfulness and the thoughtful touches such as a chilled bottle of Cava. While some guests noted areas for improvement, the overall sentiment is positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
Most guests found the cottage clean and well-maintained, with a welcoming scent upon arrival. However, a few guests mentioned the need for a deeper clean, suggesting room for improvement in this area.
The cottage's location is frequently highlighted as peaceful and idyllic, set back from the road and surrounded by nature. Its proximity to local towns and attractions in Kent is also appreciated, making it a desirable spot for a quiet retreat.
The comfort of the cottage is generally praised, with spacious bedrooms and a cosy atmosphere. Nonetheless, some guests found the beds hard and the sofa uncomfortable, indicating that comfort levels may vary.
Facilities are seen as adequate, with well-equipped kitchens and pleasant outdoor spaces. Criticisms include the lack of a dishwasher, small fridge size, and unreliable Wi-Fi, suggesting that some facilities could be updated or improved.
Guests often mention the thoughtful gestures by the host, such as providing dressing gowns, slippers, and welcome drinks. While these gifts are appreciated, it is noted that such extras are a bonus and not guaranteed with every stay.
About this property
A bright and airy holiday cottage resting in the perfect position for all matters of countryside and coastal wonders, Woodlands By The Sea Cottage makes a fantastic choice for an escape to Kent. Suited to couples, families or groups of friends, the cottage can be found settled on the outskirts of the quaint village of Sholden, with all of Dover, Ramsgate, Canterbury and much more just a scenic drive away. The sitting area of the open-plan living space boasts a beautifully bright interior, with ample seating for all to unwind and catch up on the day's events in front of the television.
Sitting behind the feature fireplace you will find both the kitchen and dining area, where you can pull up a chair at the table while your home-cooked meal simmers happily on the hob, the well-equipped kitchen offering plenty of preparation space and even a convenient washing machine for your self-catered stay! Also on the ground floor rests a handy cloakroom, while taking the stairs to the first floor will lead you to the two beautifully-presented double bedrooms, both hosting a colourful mix of furniture as well as plenty of storage space, both bedrooms offer the perfect place to snuggle down in each evening.
Make the most of the sun in the mornings by sitting out and dining alfresco in the shared garden area, gathering your essential breakfast ingredients from the local store in Sholden; a quaint village home to a shops, pub, Grade II* listed church and a cricket field, it has all you need and more for a self-catered stay. While the surrounding villages also offer a good selection of amenities, real wonder can be found within the historic cathedral city of Canterbury, originally built by the Romans, you can still see evidence of its historic past in its cobbled streets and timber-framed houses at its medieval centre, along with wonderful attractions including the Canterbury Roman Museum, The Beaney House of Art & Knowledge and Canterbury Historic River Tours, all perfect for those looking for a day rich in enticing culture, while the Westgate Gardens, Greyfriars Gardens, golf club and driving range and riverside eateries all make the perfect idyllic day out.
If golf is your game then there are 12 courses within a 30 minute journey, but Royal Cinque Ports, Royal St. Georges and Kingsdown are within an easy distance. Visit the Historic, medieval town of Sandwich, where you can tour its waterways and view its architecture. Head to Dover to discover its imposing white chalk cliffs, or enjoy a day in the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty for breathtaking scenery and remarkable nature, for a day you are sure to remember. Woodlands By The Sea Cottage is a fantastic choice for an escape to Kent.
Sholden is a quaint village sitting in close reach of Deal, in Kent. There are plenty of coastal and countryside attractions in easy reach of the village, while Sholden itself alongside its neighbouring village's just a stone's throw away offer a good selection of shops and eateries, as well as the Grade II* listed church St Nicholas and a cricket field. Explore the beauty of the Miner's Way Trail starting in the village or head out to the Kent Downs aonb for even more splendour. In reach of Dover, Canterbury and Ramsgate too, there's plenty of adventure in and around Sholden.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 2 x double.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
central heating.
Electric double oven and hob, microwave, coffee pod machine, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Ample off-road parking in woodland.
Canopy available for car.
Shared lawn and gravelled area with furniture.
2 well-behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.5 miles, pub 0.4 miles.
Note: This property is interconnected to the one next door via doors on the ground and first floors, which will be locked unless booking together.
Nearby points of interest
- Dover Transport Museum
- The White Cliffs Of Dover
- Dover Beach
- Margate Beach
- Minnis Bay
- Botany Bay
- Dover Castle
Reviews (64)
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Karen
The owner lives next door so is on hand if needed and is a lovely lady. I stayed with mum & our two dogs . The property is very dog friendly and had everything we needed for a pleasant stay. The location is ideal to drive to local places of interest - we explored Deal, Sandwich and Canterbury. The property is in a secluded wooded area so very quiet & relaxing , but not easy to walk out at night as itâs very dark - we therefore mainly went out during the day but stayed in , for the evenings. The only small improvement area is that mum said her bed in the master bedroom did squeak a bit when she moved around. I would definitely recommend this property.
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Andrea
The only recommendation we would suggest is that the property has a thorough clean between stays. For example cob webs throughout and thick dust and items under the chairs and sofa in the living area. Coffee machine requires a good clean and the sofa has an odour and does require a shampoo. We understand it's an older property, however we didn't feel it was our place to clean the corners, the floor or under items, as dust etc had been there for a while. In saying this the house had such a lovely feel to it and again the gardens were lovely to relax/play in, our kids loved it. Wonderful host and location excellent for exploring the area.
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Martin
The cottage feels spacious because of high ceilings and the bedrooms in particular are a substantial size. The owner was friendly and made us welcome. We did not eat in very much but the kitchen was very well equipped if we had chosen to do so.