Guests say
Seashell Cottage in Deal is a charming and well-loved property, praised for its excellent location near the beach and town centre. Guests appreciate the cosy atmosphere, comfortable furnishings, and the quaint character of the cottage. While some concerns about steep stairs and parking are noted, the overall sentiment is positive with many guests expressing a desire to return.
Most guests found Seashell Cottage to be clean and comfortable. However, a few mentioned issues with cleanliness such as cobwebs and dirty kitchenware, which suggests room for improvement in this area.
The location of Seashell Cottage is highly praised for its proximity to the beach and town centre, with many guests enjoying the local shops, restaurants, and historical areas. The ease of access to nearby attractions and the seafront is a highlight for many visitors.
Guests frequently mention the comfort of the beds and the cosy nature of the cottage. The presence of comfortable sofas and armchairs also contributes to a positive experience. However, concerns about steep and slippery stairs have been raised, particularly for those with young children or mobility issues.
The cottage is generally well-equipped according to guests, with good Wi-Fi and comfortable beds. However, there are remarks about maintenance issues such as beeping smoke alarms and the need for better bathroom facilities, which affects the overall score for this category.
While many guests have had positive experiences, there is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the owner. Therefore, this category cannot be scored.
About this property
A charming, quirky terraced fisherman's cottage situated in the Deal Conservation Area, only 30 yards from the beach and within a few minutes' walk to the centre of Deal. Comfortably furnished, this Deal cottage dates back to 1801 and offers an ideal base for families and friends wishing to explore this part of the Kent coastline. The well-equipped kitchen at this Deal cottage looks onto a dining area and sitting area, offering a welcoming place to relax whatever the time of year. Each side of the inglenook fireplace in this Deal cottage are staircases which lead up to the bedrooms, and to add to its quirky character, all three rooms are interlinked by doors, and you can hear the sea from two of the bedrooms, meaning you can drift off to sleep to the sounds of the sea lapping on the shoreline.
On long summer evenings, step into the courtyard garden at this Kent cottage where you can enjoy a glass or two, or maybe a spot of alfresco dining. You can be paddling in the sea or fishing from the beach in just a minute's walk, or treading along the famous Middle Street with its well-worn cobbles under which are the tunnels used by smugglers to bring in the 'booty'; right under the eyes and feet of the Custom Men. Deal is now more famous for its bistro and bars, quaint shops and shoreline, museums and markets, and of course no visitor should leave the town without visiting one of the castles.
All of this and more are on the doorstep of this lovely Deal cottage.
The Georgian coastal town of Deal offers two castles, two small museums and two weekly markets, as well as a shops, pubs and restaurants. There are two golf courses, the Royal Cinque Ports and Kingsdown within an easy distance, plus Dover and Canterbury are within driving distance.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x single with pull-out stacker bed leading to 1 x super king-size double, 1 x king-size double.
Ground floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
Utility.
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, selection of books, games and DVDs, WiFi.
Fuel, power and starter pack for stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Unrestricted roadside parking nearby.
Enclosed courtyard patio with furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 3 mins walk, pub 1 min walk.
Beach 1 min walk.
Note: Two steep staircases each leading to the bedrooms, therefore property is not suitable for guests with limited mobility.
Note: Low doorway between the single and super king-size double bedrooms.
Nearby points of interest
- The White Cliffs Of Dover
- Viking Bay
- Botany Bay
- Minnis Bay
Reviews (51)
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Mary
Everything you need. The front door is literally steps from the sea. Turn left and cross the road. Amazing to sit on one of the benches and watch people going by. Everything is quite close. Barâs restaurantâs shops. There is a Aldi with good parking. I have a blue badge so parking at the cottage was good , around on the front. Deal seems very safe, didnât see one policeman or hear any sirens. Really enjoyed our stay very much.
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Nathanael
The cottage is really cosy and of course the situation.
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Mel
The location is perfect for the beach (50 yrds away) and the town (10 mins walk) The cottage was lovely, well equipped with great comfy beds.