School Holidays 2017 Cottages In Kent

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Andrew - Verified booking

  There is much to be liked in Coastguards View.

  It’s location right next to the sea between Whitstable and Herne Bay, a Sainsbury’s within walking distance, it offers good parking, comfortable sofas, a modern kitchen, 2 toilets with an en-suite apparently on the way, comfortable beds and good linen, reliable internet, a smart TV and a washing machine with room enough for seven people. As we were there at the beginning of December we didn’t use the outside area but imagine it would be delightful in summer. We had many trips out ( Canterbury, Margate, Whitstable, Herne Bay and even managed a day in London). Slightly negative were the facts that the downstairs toilet was a bit too small and cramped. Grandad had problems. The weather was cold when we were there and the dining area and lounge remained cool as the radiators battled with the cool air rising up through the floor boards and the poor seals on the main doors. The boiler thermostat was set to 15 degrees when we arrived which was too chilly so we changed it to 21 degrees. We did not want to use the open fire. Again this would not be a concern in summer or spring or even a mild autumn. Lastly we thought the arrival time of 17.00 is too late and a bit mean. A previous guest has commented on this too. This was not a problem for us as we were coming from North Wales but Grandad living two hours away who arrived earlier than expected found himself waiting. By this time it was cold and dark. Other properties we have been to, allow guests to arrive at 16.00 or sometimes even 15.00. All in all, however we had a happy stay and can recommend the house and Chestfield Barn restaurant in Whitstable where we all had a lovely family meal. We wish the owners all the best.

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• Elaine - Verified booking

  A lovely house in a beautiful setting looking at the sea.

  We had a good time staying at the cottage. Inspite of the fact that it was less than we had come to expect from a cottage from Sykes. The cleanliness was not what we have come to expect of properties we have stayed in with Sykes Cottages. We felt the view was by far it's best asset. I realise it's heading towards the end of the season & it certainly needs a repaint all through. If they want to sell it as it's got a for sale sign outside. We felt it was looking a little tired & in need of some TLC. The Kitchen looked lovely but the didnt have everthing you might require we felt is was was very basic. Going back to the cleanliness - our daughter joined us for a few days. When I went to strip the bed off on the departure day the mattress cover had stains on it & they were certainly not from us. They looked as if they had been there from previous occupants & the cover had not been washed. There were smears on the bathroom mirrors & shower cubicles. We found bits of food on the floor too. We just felt the cleaning was standard was disappointing. We were quite disappointed & would not recommend a stay there. I felt the property was done in a manner to make money but as cheaply as possible. I would not recommend this property nor would I go back again.

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• Nerys - Verified booking

  I really don't think the photos or the reviews do this property justice.

  It's wonderful, cozy, clean and warm.. Firstly there are amazing sea views from the conservatory and the upstairs bedrooms. Secondly the property was warm, clean and had all we needed to cook large breakfasts and a full roast dinner. The location was lovely and unlike the centre of Whitstable we felt secluded and private a real bonus for us. The owners sent a message to us on the arrival day to make sure we had a contact, they responded quickly when we needed them. Unlike many properties there was no need to buy additional wood bundles there was plenty of wood for us to use and we had a lovely fire for most of our stay. With 3 toilets,a big family bathroom, 2 shower rooms, getting 6 of us up and ready every day was really easy with no arguing for space. In the day everyone had space to chill out, watch TV, play games, cook a meal. The house is well thought out for comfortable living and having a bigger group. We came in march had mixed weather and a wonderful stay, this house will be bliss in the summer as your walk to the sea which is basically at the end of the garden. Thank you for a wonderful stay. We did contemplate not reviewing Coastguard's view so we could come back again and again....

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• Elaine - Verified booking

  The winner with this property is it's position.

  Right on the beach. My dog has never had so many walks and she loved it (but still would not go in the sea). And even though there is a huge holiday park to one side, it was remarkably quiet. The most noise was from the neighbours who obviously live there, so not much you can do about that. But noise only filtered in from outside. Once indoors, so quiet. Comfortable furnishings and fixtures. As others have said, downstairs loo is too small. Would have been better to add the toilet to the en-suite shower in the downstairs bedroom. But I am not an architect. The downstairs bedroom is an asset if you have someone like my mum who cannot manage stairs but the steps to the front door are not disabled friendly ( I did bring our own ramp which helped). Lots of things in the area but we stayed at the property most of the time and quite happy to do so.

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• Mr Tyler - Verified booking

  My wife and self had a very comfortable week at Smugley Cottage. Once indoors everything is on the one level and easily accessible. Very well equipped and also well heated which kept us snug and warm despite the weather being pretty cold our holiday week. The lounge is a lovely large room with a large TV and two ample sofas to sink into. It's lovely and quiet to come back to after your day out - no traffic noise at all. We also heard our first cuckoo of springtime here, a real treat as we don't seem to hear them where we live anymore. Barbara made us both most welcome (including a plate of her delicious home-made lemon drizzle cakes), and she was usefully on hand next door if ever needed. We loved our week there in the lovely Kentish countryside and hope to be back another year.

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