Canterbury Townhouse, charming, spacious, private garden, off street parking

3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Pet-friendly

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Canterbury, England

Canterbury Cathedral7 min walk
Marlowe Theatre10 min walk
University of Kent5 min drive
London (LGW-Gatwick)84 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Large Bedroom

1 King Bed

Loft Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Single Bedroom

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Family Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Ground Floor Powder Room

Toilet

Large Bedroom Ensuite Shower/WC

Toilet · Shower only

Loft Bedroom Ensuite Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Wet room

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Ivy Lane Townhouse offers charming, spacious accommodation adjacent to the Canterbury city walls. The house is a listed building, with many period features, a walled garden and private parking. The house was entirely renovated in 2020 and includes many modern conveniences. Ivy Lane Townhouse is good for family vacation travellers and visitors to the many local universities.

The house has a beautifully presented entrance hall, living room and separate dining room, all with fireplaces. Windows to the garden create a bright environment. The large kitchen/dining room is fitted the with new top quality appliances. The conservatory leads to a lovely large walled garden. There is high speed internet, TV, large screen DVD player and a washer/dryer.

A substantial staircase leads to the first floor. A double bedroom has a king size bed, extensive fitted closets and en-suite shower/water closet. A single bedroom with fireplace, an office area and a family bathroom, with a bath/shower, complete the first floor. The top floor is a large bright room, with two single beds and a lovely ensuite shower/water closet.

The house was originally three cottages that have been brought together, retaining many original features, including fireplaces and exposed brick with timber framed walls. One cottage is used for a central staircase. A large kitchen/dining room extension was added in 2020 and result in a lovely space to gather for meals. In addition to the house, the space where a fourth cottage stood forms a large parking area. The spacious gardens are laid to lawn, with various trees and shrubs, and a lovely old brick wall.

Pets are welcome.

The location allows you to come to the house, park and not need to drive during your stay. Canterbury centre is steps away. Trains and bus stations are close by for travel to London or the seaside towns of Kent.

Canterbury's tourist destinations include a UNESCO World Heritage cathedral, medieval Tudor architecture, a Norman castle, Roman walls, a synagogue and early Christian sites. Canterbury has a wide choice of vibrant restaurants, cafes and pubs, outstanding shopping, as well as theatre and music offerings. In the Autumn, the city hosts the exciting Canterbury Festival.

Property manager

owner/property manager

Amenities

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Fireplace

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Canterbury

Located in Canterbury, this holiday home is in the city centre. Whitstable Harbour and Canterbury Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hambrook Marshes and Kent Downs. Lady Wootton's Green and Dane John Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling, horse riding and hiking.

Canterbury, England

What's nearby

Canterbury Christ Church University - 3 min walk
Canterbury Cathedral - 7 min walk
Marlowe Theatre - 10 min walk
Westgate Gardens and Towers - 12 min walk
University of Kent - 5 min drive

Getting around

Canterbury East Station - 11 min walk
London (SEN-Southend) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 5 min walk
The Thomas Ingoldsby - 3 min walk
Starbucks - 5 min walk
Caffè Nero - 5 min walk
Old City Bar - 6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Canterbury Townhouse, charming, spacious, private garden, off street parking pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Canterbury Townhouse, charming, spacious, private garden, off street parking?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Canterbury Townhouse, charming, spacious, private garden, off street parking?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Canterbury Townhouse, charming, spacious, private garden, off street parking located?

Located in the heart of Canterbury, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of St. Augustine's Abbey and Canterbury Cathedral. Lady Wootton's Green and Canterbury Christ Church University are also within 5 minutes. Canterbury East Station is 11 minutes by foot and Canterbury West Station is 17 minutes.

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Leonardo B.

18 January 2023

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

Fantastic property in the heart of Canterbury

Fantastic cottage fully renovated to the highest standard. Lots of space and privacy with all rooms having separate bathrooms. The kitchen/lounge space with access to the two gardens is immaculate and it is where we spent most of the time. Fully enclosed garden and driveway where our dogs ran freely with no dangers. The owners were available on whatsapp and assisted with all our requests. Perfect location if you want to access Canterbury. The centre is literally 2 min. away. However the property was so beautiful that we spent most of the time in the cottage.

Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dag Espen O., Langesund, Norway

1 August 2022

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

Toppers

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Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

David W.

8 September 2021

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

Perfect family trip

This gorgeous townhouse is the perfect place for a family stay near the city centre. The home is very spacious, made for gathering in the beautiful new kitchen extension and lovely private courtyard. There is a ton of space to spread out amongst the 3 spacious levels, and the cosy lounge areas with fireplaces are ideal for relaxing with a book on cool, rainy days. The location is a short walk to Waitrose or into the city centre, and the included parking spaces are an added convenience when looking to drive to some of the nearby attractions like Dover, Margate, and Broadstairs. The owner provided plenty of information to help make the stay as easy and comfortable as possible. We absolutely loved our stay at this property, and definitely plan to stay again on our next trip to Canterbury!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

16 August 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Staycation in Canterbury

The photos of this property simply do not do it justice. The finish and design of this house is quite remarkable. Our family of mixed ages all came together in the evening in the large kitchen and eating area which is found through a glass way that leads from the main house. However the main house however has 2 separate sitting rooms and 3 bedrooms all of which are quite separate and allow privacy. The house benefits from being in an extremely quiet location but many bars and restaurants are all within walking distance. A perfect stay for us this year.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tracey M.

12 June 2021

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

Absolutely stunning house, highly recommend but the photos don’t do it justice,

This house is incredible and we had a wonderful 8 night stay at Whitweek. The Manager Derek was there to greet us as we pulled into the private gated drive alongside the house and he showed us how everything worked. He’d also been kind enough to email me some info a fortnight earlier after I asked for some restaurants to celebrate our wedding anniversary on the 1st night of our stay so I could pre-book a table. The house comprises 3 old cottages knocked into one with a large modern kitchen, utility, bathroom and dining area extension added on. Some houses on the street go back to the 17th century so lots of character mixed in with the contemporary extension with its huge bifold doors onto an enclosed paved & planted courtyard. Next door is Phoebes Cafe & an adjoining gate means cooked breakfasts, hot drinks etc can be delivered. The owner brought us a delicious homemade cake to celebrate our anniversary which was a lovely touch. Next door to Phoebes is a pub called the The Two Sawyers which has a small beer garden, smart interiors & excellent food so you don’t need to go far for nice meals. I should add there was no noise from these establishments either. On the ground floor there’s a spacious hallway, downstairs bathroom, 2 lounges and a snug with a small TV. These are set in the old cottages so lots of lovely quirky features. There’s a fully glassed walkway to the kitchen extension which has a large table, every mod con, including microwave & freezer and an amazing TV. We spent some of our evenings here watching tv and planning the next days outing. On the 1st floor there’s a large landing, a spacious single bedroom, a huge main bedroom with wardrobe area & large modern ensuite with a fab shower. It had a very comfY Super King bed too. You go through a study type room to a wooden spiral staircase to an enormous converted loft bedroom with 2 single beds, lots of storage & it’s own very large ensuite. I read some criticism of these stairs but there’s a wall on each side and a handrail on the other so it’s very safe as long as you watch your step. My 2 teens had no issues with the stairs and loved sleeping up there but probably not for the elderly or very small children. The room is so stunning that it makes it all worthwhile. The position is also an ideal base as only a 10 min walk to the centre of Canterbury & 20mins drive to the Coast. We heartily recommend this house & only advice is to update the photos to show its true merit.

Stayed 8 nights in May 2021

About the host

Hosted by owner/property manager

Why they chose this property

We were attracted to this house because of the central location in the heart of Canterbury - steps away from the Cathedral and High Street - yet with a wonderful hidden garden on a quiet street. It allows for easy day trips by train into London and is only a short drive or bus ride to the coast.

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