The Drift is an elegant holiday cottage that has everything you need for a wonderful coastal holiday or short break. The interior is tasteful and relaxing with a welcoming and cosy sitting room and a lovely open plan kitchen and dining area. Upstairs over two floors are two beautifully designed bedrooms and a bathroom. Outside is an enclosed courtyard garden with a raised deck with seating and sun shade, and the wonderful addition of a pizza oven, the perfect place to relax after a busy day exploring Deal and further afield. An added bonus is secure off-street parking for one small to medium car. The Drift is a short walk to the beach and the lovely long promenade that takes you all the way into the centre of Deal, through Walmer to Kingsdown where you can enjoy a refreshing drink at The Zetland Arms, one of the few UK pubs situated on a beach. Deal’s iconic Georgian High Street is also a short stroll from the cottage and offers a wealth of artisan, boutique and independent shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants.
Property Description Ground Floor
Sitting room
Sitting room with large sofa, footstool, Smart TV with Sky Sports and Netflix, Bose Sound System
Open plan dining room / kitchen
Dining room with table and chairs, armchair and trunk seating. Bose Sound System
Kitchen with gas hob and electric oven, fridge with icebox, Nespresso coffee machine
Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer, door to garden
Courtyard garden with garden furniture and pizza oven
Parking
One secure parking space through garden gates into the courtyard garden or free on street parking is available
Pet friendly
Things You Need to Know
Towels and linen are provided Wi-Fi access Central heating throughout Pet charge of £25 per pet per stay Courtyard garden with garden furniture No childen under 5 years of age
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
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
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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 cottage is near the beach. While the natural beauty of White Cliffs of Dover and Margate Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal.
Sandwich Bay Bird Observatory Trust and The Pines Garden are also worth visiting.
How much does it cost to stay at The Drift, Deal, Kent?
As of 8 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Drift, Deal, Kent on 13 April 2026 start from NZ$424, 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 Drift, Deal, Kent?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Drift, Deal, Kent?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Drift, Deal, Kent?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Drift, Deal, Kent located?
Situated near the beach, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Astor Theatre, Deal Beach and Deal Pier. Deal Castle and Betteshanger Park are also within 2 miles (3 km). Deal Station is 12 minutes by foot.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
A wonderful cottage, well presented with tasteful decor and furnishings .extremely clean throughout and lovely comfortable beds we loved Deal and will return
Ellen C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
2 June 2024
Tranquility and comfortable
Absolutely lovely stay in this delightful cottage . Everything you need for a comfortable stay was provided. Great location.
Response from VrboOwner on 12 June 2024
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay at The Drift.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Robert P.
1 March 2025
Simply The Best. Will definitely rebook when returning to Deal
I think we picked the coldest weekend of this winter but The Drift cottage was warm and cosy. Spotlessly clean with lots of added extras, plus the added bonus of a parking space which I was able to get my Mini Countryman on. There’s a nice decking area which unfortunately was much to cold to sit on, a nice touch for the summer though. Just a short walk from shops, restaurants and pubs, perfect all round.
Robert P.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
31 July 2025
A Lovely Retreat
The Drift in Deal is a gorgeous property. It is beautifully furnished and provided so many lovely touches.
I was very impressed with it all.
We enjoyed a few days in this property which is centrally located and an easy walk into Deal.
I also would praise the staff at Head Office. There was a problem with one of the door keys. This was dealt with very quickly and communication was excellent. Thank you.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
29 September 2024
Wonderful holiday
We stayed at The Drift for a week and loved it. The property is situated in a conservation area amongst lots of other beautiful properties a short walk from the centre of Deal. The cottage was beautifully decorated, very clean and well equipped. The bed was exceptionally comfortable. Even though the stairs were steep the rope handles supplied made it relatively easy for old knees to cope with the climb!!
The beach was virtually on our doorstep and the walk along the prom to the town centre was a delight.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
25 September 2024
This and that
It was very nice. Unfortunately the loo broke on the Saturday night and couldn't be fixed until Monday. Also the wifi was not answering to the password so I was was unable to access the Internet, but fortunately could manage by using my phone as an Internet hot spot.