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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Kingsdown, Kent
  • Place, Walmer and Kingsdown Golf Club
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Deal Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Walmer Castle and Gardens
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom Five

2 Single Beds

Bedroom Four

1 King Bed

Bedroom One

1 King Bed

Bedroom Three

2 Single Beds

Bedroom Two

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

En suite shower

Toilet · Shower only

Family bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Oldestairs House is a much loved family coastal home built in 1910, located in Kingsdown, a beautifu

Oldestairs House is a much loved family coastal home built in 1910, located in Kingsdown, a beautiful and still undiscovered village in the corner of England at the end of the White Cliffs of Dover, near Deal and just over an hour from London. The house sleeps ten guests comfortably in five bedrooms. The home has been fully redecorated recently with colours to match the seaside location. Enjoy spending quality time together in the sociable living space, head outside to the large garden or take a short minutes' walk to the beach for a stroll or a swim. This stylish home is perfect for multigenerational families or groups of friends. The house suits family guests as our neighbours are dear friends so is not suitable for parties. Pets are not allowed.

Ground floor

Entrance Hallway /Dining Room

The front door leads into the large hallway and dining room with a dining table and chairs seat 10 people comfortably.

Sitting Room

Large, inviting living space with two four seater velvet sofas, two armchairs, a working fireplace and a Smart TV.

Kitchen

Kitchen with oven, electric hob, double fridge/freezer, microwave and dishwasher, cafetiere and a coffee bean grinder. AGA (currently not in use).

Ground floor WC

Just off the kitchen is a separate boot room with access to the garden and a downstairs WC.

Lower Ground Floor

Utility Room

Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer.

Playroom

Spacious, carpeted playroom with doors leading straight out to the garden. This room has a sofa, table football and various other games for children.

First Floor

Bedroom One

Bedroom - sleeps 2, with Kingsize bed, bedside table and lamp. Chest of drawers.

Bedroom Two with en-suite bathroom

Bedroom – sleeps 2, with Kingsize bed, bedside tables and lamps, built in wardrobe, chest of drawers and decorative fireplace. En-suite bathroom has a walk in shower, sink and WC.

Bedroom Three

Bedroom – sleeps 2, with two single beds, bedside table and lamp, built in wardrobe. Doors out to balcony with sea views.

Bedroom Four

Bedroom - sleeps 2, with Kingsize bed, bedside tables and lamps, built in wardrobe and chest of drawers. Doors out to balcony with sea views.

Bathroom

Pretty bathroom with bath, wc and basin, but no overhead shower.

Second Floor

Bedroom Five / Study

A recently converted loft bedroom - sleeps 2, with two single beds, bedside lamps and storage space.

Garden

Fully enclosed garden with garden seating for relaxing, and table and chairs for dining. Weber Gas BBQ available for guests to use.

Parking

Private parking available at the property and further free on street parking down on the beach.

Things You Need to Know

Towels and linen are provided - no beach towels are provided.
Smart TV with Netflix and other apps.
Wi-Fi access.
Central heating throughout.
Gas supplied for the BBQ in the summer months.

House Rules

We would respectfully ask that the following house rules are adhered to, to avoid any damages to our beautiful holiday home. Should any damages arise please note charges may be taken from your security deposit.
Please note check out is 10am. Please ensure you vacate on time to allow our housekeepers to enter the property and prepare it for the next guests.
Smoking is not permitted in the property at any time.
Please note for insurance purposes the number of guests must not exceed the total occupancy of the house.
For fire safety reasons please do not use any candles in the property.
Please be respectful to neighbours Quiet hours are between 11pm and 9am.
Parties and loud music are not permitted.
No pets are allowed at the property.

Local Information

The property is located in the picturesque village of Kingsdown with an abundance of beautiful walks, it's own shingle beach, views of the White Cliffs, village shops and three wonderful pubs to choose between. Stay put and enjoy swimming in the sea or walk or cycle into the vibrant seaside town of Deal with it's thriving Saturday market, variety of independent shops, delis and boutique restaurants.

Walmer Castle and Gardens is only a 20 minute walk away and is great for family days out with the kids. Meanwhile, Sandwich Bay is only 15 minute away by car and at very low tide you can walk along the sand for miles. Dogs are welcome too. We recommend checking tide times and please note that this can only be accessed via a toll road (please check prices online).

For your everyday essentials, the closest shops are in the village of Kingsdown (only 1 mile away). Here you'll find a butchers, which has a great source of meats for a barbeque. Collect the morning paper from the newsagents or milk and other essentials from the general stores. Stop by for a drink and maybe a meal at one of Kingsdown's traditional village pubs.

Getting around

A car is recommended for travelling to the property and ease of getting around, there is also parking at the property. The nearest train station is Walmer Station (7 minutes by car or taxi).

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Outdoor space
Ocean view
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Deal

Located in Deal, this holiday home is near the beach. Dover Castle and Walmer Castle and Gardens are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at White Cliffs of Dover and Kent Downs. Tides Leisure Centre and Deal Maritime and Local History Museum are also worth visiting.
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Kingsdown, Kent

What's nearby

  • Walmer and Kingsdown Golf Club - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Deal Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Walmer Castle and Gardens - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • White Cliffs of Dover - 12 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Dover Castle - 14 min drive - 14.2 km

Getting around

  • Walmer Station - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Holy Dough - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hut 55 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Smugglers Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Coastguard - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Zetland Arms - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Oldestairs House is a much loved family coastal home built in 1910, located in Kingsdown, a beautifu pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Oldestairs House is a much loved family coastal home built in 1910, located in Kingsdown, a beautifu?

As of 3 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Oldestairs House is a much loved family coastal home built in 1910, located in Kingsdown, a beautifu on 12 April 2026 start from NZ$1,684, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Oldestairs House is a much loved family coastal home built in 1910, located in Kingsdown, a beautifu?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Oldestairs House is a much loved family coastal home built in 1910, located in Kingsdown, a beautifu?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oldestairs House is a much loved family coastal home built in 1910, located in Kingsdown, a beautifu?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oldestairs House is a much loved family coastal home built in 1910, located in Kingsdown, a beautifu located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Walmer and Kingsdown Golf Club and Deal Beach. Walmer Beach and Walmer Castle and Gardens are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

8/10 Good

Emily R.

Beautiful house near the beach

We had a wonderful time at Oldestairs. The house is beautiful and full of character and Keepers Cottages made everything extremely easy for us. The beds are really comfy and while it’s an old house everything works well. The location is fantastic, moments from the beach and there is masses to do in the surrounding area.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Christmas at Oldestairs

We had a wonderful time at Oldestairs. The house is very beautiful and well appointed with everything one needs. We thought that two bathrooms for ten people would be tough, but there are two extra guest toilets and some basins in the bedrooms that alleviated the pressure on the shared facilities.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Jonathan S.

We liked Oldstairs

Excellent location. The information from the hosts was clear and they were responsive. The house had lots of charm and space. We would recommend.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely house for a family reunion

The house and garden were gorgeous and extremely spacious and comfortable for our family reunion of 10 adults. The location was perfect for walks along the coast and pubs within easy walking distance for an.evening out. Ireretecommrdefinitrecpmmrecommend
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

Wonderful Character Property

This house is beautifully decorated and has large gardens. The sea is just at the end of the lane. We really enjoyed our stay and would stay again.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Martin T.

Oldstairs Cottage

An excellent, spacious, well furnished house with a large garden in a wonderful location close to the shingle beach and walking distance from at least two pubs. Lovely walks along the coast path to Deal, or along the cliffs to St Margaret's Bay and beyond. The kitchen was spacious and well equipped but could do with more mugs and saucepans and crockery/cutlery for children. The games room was a great success with both adults and children although the table football needed some repairs. The garden was safe and large.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Paul D.

A recommended holiday home for groups of up to 10 people

Our party of seven greatly enjoyed their stay at Oldestairs House in Kingsdown. The house, 50 metres from the beach, has character and style. The rooms and bathrooms are comfortable and neat. The kitchen is well equipped. Dining room and living room are spacious, but on the dark side. There is a large garden and a cool terrace. We were surprised in the garden by a fox that came to pick a piece of stilton cheese from our table. The house is close to the Saxon Shore Way. The walk from Kingstown to Dover is lovely.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Alison D.

Oldstairs house

We had six adults and two children under five. House old but spacious. Plumbing not adequate for that number. Only one usable shower and bath. Kitchen good and well equipped. Location good very near pebble beach.Garden large and safe for children. With work could become great house to stay in.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful arts & crafts house in perfect location

A group of 7 ladies stayed here for our 12th annual walking weekend. This was a really special house, full of character, out of an Agatha Christie story! We cooked in both nights in the well equipped kitchen, ate in the beautiful dining hall and played games in the lounge, with its fabulous wooden panelling.We did a lovely 12 mile walk on the Saturday and some of us swam in the sea a couple of times. The pebbly beach is 2 mins away. A really special place. And the company Keepers Cottages were fantastic from start to finish. I couldn’t recommend them highly enough. Brilliant customer service.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Wonderful family weekend

Oldstairs House, is a grand old lady. A bit creaky here and there, and worn in places, although clean and tastefully dressed. Kitchen well equipped and dining hall sat 10 comfortably. Beds were comfy and rooms were so dark and quiet at night, therefore good night’s sleep. Be aware that there is only one shower in the en-suite, no problem, but had to queue in the morning. The children loved all the different levels, nooks and crannies and thoroughly enjoyed the large, safe garden. Location is perfect for beach and walks. Couldn’t get a table in the Zetland Arms, need to book weeks in advance. Overall, Oldstairs is a place to kick off your shoes and relax. We all had a lovely time.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Amelia Lietke

Lovely house

We loved the quirkiness of the house and the decor and the location, so would recommend it on those basis. Couple of comments though - could do with an extra shower for a large party, and the shower is in one of the bedrooms which just meant it took a bit of logistics as we were a group of friends staying, not families. The garden hadn't been maintained and the lawns weren't mown and there weren't many places to sit out which was a shame as the weather was great on Saturday. I think that for the price, you'd expect the outside to be in a good condition. And in the twin room on the first floor, the single duvet on the bed furthest from the door smelt strongly of cat pee - the duvet was clean, but that's a smell that doesn't easily come out, so I think that that should be changed.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful week at Oldestairs!

We had a fantastic week at this beautiful and expansive home in the quaint village of Kingsdown. Location is perfect for us - a stone's throw from busier Deal but closer to the quieter beach area of Kingsdown and the lovely Zetland Arms which is just a few minutes walk from your doorstep. The benefit of being a bit farther away is also the larger houses found in this area and Oldestairs was a perfect example of large Arts & Crafts style property with a huge garden and plenty of space for the children to run around and enjoy themselves. The house is vast - much bigger than illustrated in the photographs, and the garden in particular was enormous! One slight comment was that despite the garden being so big there was no outdoor table and only 4 garden chairs - which for a house that sleeps 8 was a bit inconvenient – and a shame to not be able to dine outside in the evenings near the Barbeque and firepit. Although the owner did kindly allow us to use a table they had stored away for our visit - it's perhaps something for them to consider investing in for future guests. The house itself was beautifully and thoughtfully decorated throughout and retained a plethora of original features all in immaculate condition which was so nice to see! Despite it being quite warm, there was a lovely breeze off the sea so we felt quite comfortable sleeping at night - and the outside balcony or front terrace were lovely places to sit and have a drink in the evenings. We found a few things were missing when we checked in but the team at Keepers got those replaced as quickly as possible. They really are very helpful and attentive and despite asking quite a few things of them whilst we were there, nothing seemed like too much trouble - which is why we would always choose them when booking on the Kent Coast. Overall a fantastic home and we hope to visit again in the near future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing house near the beach.

We had a wonderful short stay at this fabulous example of the Arts and Crafts era, sympathetically modernised to reflect today’s expectations whilst maintaining the integrity of the house. A privilege to stay and enjoy the experience.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jack H.

A perfect seaside retreat

Oldestairs House is absolutely stunning. A cosy, well appointed, romantic country house, which has been made even more special by a thoughtful and tasteful unified contemporary design. Every room is beautiful. The house goes on forever (the photos don't show the half of it!), meaning there's no danger of ever feeling cramped, even with a full house. We stayed at Oldestairs over New Year and, although it wasn't very cold, cosy nights by the fire and playing games in the gorgeous living room were top of the bill. We also made frequent trips to the beach for some chilly swims followed by cosy pints at the lovely Zetland Arms (book to avoid disappointment!) Walking North along to the coast to Deal or South along the cliffs to St Margarets made for good days out. I really can't recommend this house highly enough. Everything was in perfect working order, the kitchen had everything we could possibly need and more, every bed in every room was very comfortable. I'm already looking at booking again for the summer - I can imagine how beautiful the house, its garden and the area would be when it's warm and sunny. Thank you for the perfect end to 2021, a fantastic start to 2022, and for providing everything I needed for a gathering of much loved friends after a difficult couple of years.

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