Named after the fabric threads that help sailors to trim their sails, Tell-Tale Cottage is a charming holiday home located in the heart of the conservation area of the Georgian town of Deal. The entire ground floor is an open space, perfect for families and friends to socialise, and there is a small, but sunny courtyard through French doors to the rear. Upstairs are two cosy bedrooms and a bathroom with a bath and overhead shower. The cottage is a few yards from both the buzzing high street with its delis, boutique shops and cafes, and also a few yards from the main promenade and long pebble beach. Take some time to wander the interesting streets of Deal, a town steeped in Maritime history. Once a bustling location for smugglers and boatmen, there is plenty to explore. For guests who like country walks and historic sites, there’s plenty of choice nearby, including both Deal and Walmer castles, and a fabulous coastal walk to Kingsdown where you can enjoy a bite to eat at The Zetland Arms - a pub on the beach overlooking the White Cliffs of Dover. Golfers are spoilt for choice with the local clubs of Royal Cinque Ports and Walmer & Kingsdown golf clubs. The championship courses of Royal St George’s, and Princes are just a short drive away. Tell-Tale Cottage really does have everything you will need for a wonderful coastal holiday or short break in Deal.
Property Description Ground Floor
Open plan sitting room/ dining room / kitchen
Sitting area with large sofa, armchair, Smart TV
Dining area with table and chairs
Kitchen with gas hob and electric oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, French doors to the courtyard
First floor
Bedroom - sleeps 2, Double bed, bedside tables and lamps, hanging rail, chest with shelves for storage
Bedroom - sleeps 1, Single bed, bedside table and lamp, wooden trunk for storage
Bathroom with bath and overhead shower, basin and wc
Garden
Small courtyard garden with table and chairs
Parking
Free on street parking on neighbouring streets and pay and display parking on Beach Street
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 Small courtyard garden with table and chairs
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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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
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About the area
Deal
Located in Deal, this cottage is near the beach. Royal Cinque Ports Golf Club and Walmer and Kingsdown Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Capel le Ferne Farmers Market and Westwood Cross Shopping Centre. Deal Maritime and Local History Museum and Maize Maze are also worth visiting.
How much does it cost to stay at Tell-Tale Cottage, Deal?
As of 14 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tell-Tale Cottage, Deal on 2 November 2026 start from NZ$1,070, 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.
What time is check-in at Tell-Tale Cottage, Deal?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Tell-Tale Cottage, Deal?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Tell-Tale Cottage, Deal located?
Situated near the beach, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Deal Maritime and Local History Museum, Astor Theatre and Deal Pier. Deal Beach and Deal Timeball Tower Museum are also within 10 minutes. Deal Station is 11 minutes by foot.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Thank you for a lovely stay in your cottage. Great location close to the beach and a short walk from shops & restaurants. Comfortable, clean and well equipped. Downstairs living area felt very spacious. Would definitely stay again.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Michael M.
1 July 2026
Lovely querky cottage.
Lovely, spacious cottage
Great location.
Querky, lots of love by owners..
Probably needs cooling in the bedroom , especially on the hot days.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
13 September 2026
Nice place
Cottage was in a really good place, a few steps to beach and shops close by. Has everything you need. The Cottage is a comfortable size and decor was good.
The bad bits are the sofa was uncomfortable and single bed topper kept slipping. Courtyard is so small that it wasn't comfortable sitting out there. It looked clean on arrival but needs a good clean such as, under furniture, skirting boards and a few cobwebs in corners.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
23 October 2025
Cosy Cottage near the sea.
We stayed in this lovely welcoming cottage for 6 days.
It was delightful and felt so welcoming.
So near the seafront and resturants.
Would highly recommend.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
10 March 2026
Great customer service
The customer service was excellent right from booking and they were happy to accommodate a last minute request for one of their cocktail boxes. The cottage was lovely and in an excellent location in Deal, would definitely come back
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Caroline G.
27 August 2025
Weekend Break
First time visit to Deal and Tell Tale Cottage was an excellent base to explore. Set in the old town everything was in walking distance & the cottage was very comfortable for the three of us and our cockapoo. Would recommend & would like to stay again.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
15 July 2025
Lovely weekend
We had a lovely weekend at Tell-Tale Cottage. The location is perfect - moments from the beach in one direction and the bustling High Street and Saturday market in the other. Two lovely pubs nearby and numerous restaurants to choose from. The cottage itself is cosy and welcoming and had everything we needed for the perfect weekend
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Janet H.
21 September 2026
Enjoyable stay in pretty and cosy cottage
Overall it was a very good experience. Would like to point out a couple of things: there is no large pan for cooking pasta for 3 adults - we managed with 2 pans! Also as the office is aware, there were issues with the outside bins not being emptied. The smell in the back yard was not great and I'm not sure I've ever seen so many maggots... however once reported (and reminded) it was sorted.
I would recommend the property to dog owners but maybe not to those who don't (like ourselves!) as the downstairs did smell of dog a little and I was worried the dog bed under the double bed upstairs might cause me to wheeze - but it didn't. This is my fault as I should have picked a property which didn't take dogs.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
16 July 2026
Beautiful but very hot.
The cottage was absolutely beautiful and perfectly maintained in a great location. Unfortunately there were no fans and our arrival day was the hottest of our stay. The first night was unbearable. We rang Keepers Cottages the next day who contacted the owner who said that she was unable to obtain fans anywhere...we also couldn't find any in Deal either with the current hot temperatures. Surely with hotter climate, fans are something that should be standard and bought for the property during off season,.rather than when people start to complain during the summer. I therefore couldn't recommend this property during the summer.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Gillian Hall
10 June 2026
Lovely stay
We had a lovely weekend stay at Tell Tale Cottage. Cottage is in the best location. Very handy just wandering up the road with my morning cuppa and watching the world go by by the beach. Weather wasn’t ideal one day but cottage was cosy enough to enjoy listening to the rain while reading our books. Deal, as always, a little pocket of joy. And we lucked out being there during the Deal Open Studios art weekend. We will be back.
We did have a slight problem getting in to the cottage on our arrival night. The bottom lock just wouldn’t open. We were getting worried. It was late and we couldn’t get hold of the agent. However eventually the lock gave way. Lovely support from a neighbour too. I have spoken since to agent and they are now aware of this.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
6 May 2026
Excellent short stay
Greatly enjoyed this stay. The cottage is beautifully located for everything Deal has to offer. We didn't need much customer service but when we did it was essential and excellent: we arrived late on Day 1, around 9pm, and couldn't get in because the lower (bolt) lock on the front door resolutely refused to open. Two members of staff swiftly came out to help and resolved the issue; both were the soul of kindness and amenability despite the hour - thank you so much to both.
The house is lovely inside and well equipped in every way. Only tiny point, more for information than an "issue": it floods with daylight from dawn so you may wake very early. (That may be just what you want, of course.) And this may be aimed at previous guests, but the cutlery and mugs could have been a fraction cleaner. And maybe it's time for some nicer flooring in the bathroom?
These are very minor points though. All in all it was a very happy and relaxing stay and we have no hesitation in recommending it.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
24 May 2026
A charming and extremely practical cottage.
I've stayed in several Deal cottages but Tell-Tale is easily my favourite. Great location and old-world charm coupled with practicalities that make all the difference. Comfy bed, level floor downstairs, very accessible stairs, upstairs bathroom – these details are so important if, like me, you are elderly. Would definitely come again.