The Little Cottage is an adorable, quirky, former bicycle store beautifully renovated into a stylish holiday home in the centre of the iconic coastal fishing town of Whitstable. Whilst this is two storey cottage, the interior design feels more like living in a loft style apartment with a high vaulted ceiling and a lovely large open plan living space in which to relax and socialise. On chillier days, the gorgeous large velvet sofa is perfect for TV watching, reading or listening to music, and the fully equipped kitchen has a wooden table and benches to enjoy home cooked meals or a takeaway from one of the many on offer in the town. On sunnier days, there is a pretty walled courtyard with a bistro table and chairs and a large wooden corner bench to relax on and enjoy the sunshine. Whitstable is a lively coastal town with a thriving arts and creative scene and lots of live music in the many pubs and cafes, including the famous Old Neptune on the beach which is only a short walk from the cottage. Take a stroll along the buzzing High Street and popular Harbour Street both with a wealth of independent and boutique shops, cafes, restaurants and pubs, and explore the fishing harbour to sample some delicious seafood. Further afield are the historic market town of Faversham and the medieval City of Canterbury.
Property Description Ground floor
Front door leads into open plan ground floor
Sitting area
Sitting area with sofa, armchair, Smart TV (Freeview only), Sonos soundbar
Kitchen / dining area
Kitchen with electric hob/oven, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, Dualit toaster, Krups coffee machine, milk frother, washing machine, dining table and benches, door to courtyard
Courtyard garden
An enclosed walled courtyard with bistro table and chairs, wooden corner bench, plus two deckchairs (stored in the cottage), charcoal BBQ
First floor
Bedroom - sleeps 2, with Double bed, bedside tables and wall lights, built in wardrobe, chest of drawers
Bathroom - with roll top bath with overhead shower, wc and basin
Parking Free on street parking outside property and on neighbouring streets
No Pets
Things You Need to Know
Towels and linen are provided Courtyard to the rear with seating Wi-Fi access Central heating throughout
House Rules
We would respectfully ask that the following house rules are adhered to, to avoid any damages. 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.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Outdoor space
Parking available
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Whitstable
Located in Whitstable, this cottage is near the beach. Canterbury Cathedral and Whitstable Castle and Gardens are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Tankerton Slopes and West Blean & Thornden Woods. Whitstable Museum and Gallery and Horsebridge Arts and Community Centre are also worth visiting.
Whitstable and Seasalter Golf Club - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Playhouse Theatre Whitstable - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Whitstable Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Whitstable Harbour - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Tankerton Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Getting around
Whitstable Station - 11 min walk
London (SEN-Southend) - 91 min drive
Restaurants
Junior’s Cafe and Deli - 3 min walk
The Peter Cushing (Wetherspoon) - 6 min walk
The Two Brewers - 4 min walk
Old Neptune - 11 min walk
Royal Naval Reserve - 10 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is The Little Cottage, Whitstable pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Little Cottage, Whitstable?
As of 31 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Little Cottage, Whitstable on 2 May 2026 start from NZ$339, 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 The Little Cottage, Whitstable?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Little Cottage, Whitstable?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Little Cottage, Whitstable?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Little Cottage, Whitstable located?
Situated near the beach, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Whitstable Museum and Gallery, Whitstable and Seasalter Golf Club and Playhouse Theatre Whitstable. Duncan Down and Whitstable Beach are also within 15 minutes. Whitstable Station is 11 minutes by foot.
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Lovely modern cottage tucked away in a quiet residential road. All mod cons and facilities plus the benefit of a small garden. A great base for exploring Whitstable. Only downside was with the main shower head, which leaked when on full power so had to use hand shower attachment instead. As it was Easter weekend, it also took a while to find a parking space nearby.
Elaine J.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Graham M.
19 September 2024
A short break in Whitstable
The property was very clean and tidy with all the equipment we needed. Parking was a slight problem and we could not find any instructions about the working of appliances. Nonetheless we very much enjoyed our stay
Graham M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Katherine K.
31 August 2024
A great little getaway
We loved this quaint accommodation for our seaside getaway. An easy walk to the shore or downtown, a well equipped kitchen with dishwasher and washing machine, a secluded courtyard to relax in, and comfortable beds with fresh linens. The staff at Keepers was friendly and easy to communicate. They tolerated our many questions with kindness and dealt with our questions or concerns immediately. We will definitely rebook this accommodation next time we are in Whitstable.
Katherine K.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Wendy r.
5 May 2025
Penny Farthing
Really Interesting place. Stylish, high end furnishings and comfortable. Couple of things would make it more welcoming.
Lot of dust on lampshades and behind TV. I notice cos allergic.
Little things like a bit of tin foil, kitchen paper, couple of herbs and bit of oil would be nice. Washing machine provided but no tablets or clothes horse. Not too much to ask really.
Outside space really needs cleaning especially as looking at broken windows of another property. Appreciate, not a lot you can do about that but at least it's quiet apart from kitchen extractor.
Bins do
Not a great introduction to the property but it grew on us.