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Beach Retreat - the perfect seaside escape.

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View to the sea...
Beach Retreat faces the sea with its own wild beach garden.
Enjoy the panoramic sea views from the decking
Countryside view from Beach Retreat.
Open plan living area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 320 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Seasalter, England
  • Whitstable Harbour
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Tankerton Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Whitstable Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • London (SEN-Southend)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed, 1 Crib and 1 Child Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beach Retreat - the perfect seaside escape.

Beach Retreat is a chalet-style beach house, a comfortable and cosy place to unwind. All-round views of seaside and countryside. Relax in a deckchair on the raised decking or in the private beach garden; stroll along the beach to Whitstable with its boutiques, restaurants and busy fishing harbour. Ideal for walkers and birdwatchers, with the Saxon Shore Way and Oare Marshes Reserve close by. The cathedral city of Canterbury is just a short drive away.

Property manager

Melinda Barry

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Cot or child's airbed available on request.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Please contact me to discuss. 12 people max.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please keep music and other noise to a minimum to avoid disturbing others enjoying this peaceful place.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: Please contact me to discuss. 12 people max.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Whitstable

Located in Whitstable, this chalet is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Whitstable Museum and Gallery and Playhouse Theatre Whitstable are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Whitstable and Seasalter Golf Club and Whitstable Harbour. Travelling with kids? Consider MFA Bowl Whitstable, or check out an event or a game at BMX Track Herne Bay. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Seasalter, England

What's nearby

  • Whitstable Harbour - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Tankerton Beach - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Whitstable Castle and Gardens - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Whitstable Beach - 7 min drive - 2.9 km
  • University of Kent - 10 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

  • Whitstable Station - 7 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Twelve Taps - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Sea Farmer’s Dive Taproom - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Two Brewers - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Garage Coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Old Neptune - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beach Retreat - the perfect seaside escape. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beach Retreat - the perfect seaside escape.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beach Retreat - the perfect seaside escape.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beach Retreat - the perfect seaside escape. located?

This family-friendly Whitstable chalet is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Whitstable Beach, Whitstable Museum and Gallery and MFA Bowl Whitstable. Whitstable and Seasalter Golf Club and Playhouse Theatre Whitstable are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 103 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 103 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 103 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 103 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 103 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

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

Lovely weekend break with a sea view

Lovely bolt hole by the sea . We enjoyed sitting on the deck and walking into Whitable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michael L.

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

Short

Great location but short trip due to sickness
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice C.

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

Magical chalet

Our 2nd stay here. Wonderful location, very lovely chalet and the perfect escape. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie J.

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

Heaven!

Just the perfect little beach getaway, we loved everything about the house and can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary N.

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

Perfect Retreat

Fabulous, peaceful location. Everything in the accommodation was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally t.

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

Idyllic chalet in beautiful Seasalter

This tasteful and well appointed chalet with great facilities is very close to the seafront, which you reach through a nice back garden. Swimming here was great as the shelf is quite steep so you get a good amount of time either side of high tide. The place itself is a pleasure to stay in and we can't wait to come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Lovely seaside chalet

Great views both sides of this very comfortable chalet home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil E.

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

Beach retreat

Amazing place, superbly clean with everything we needed. Outstanding view, we will definitely be booking again. Host was really friendly and info we required was supplied.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Vivien F.

Comfortable, Great location

Lovely warm well equipped chalet, perfect for a relaxing break. Great view and near to Whitstable, Canterbury and surrounding area

10/10 Excellent

Marion A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Fantastic!

Another great stay here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
What a fabulous beachfront cottage! We were there for a week and enjoyed every minute. To watch the sun rise at one end of the horizon and set at the other with an uninterrupted view is truly superb.The cottage is well equipped and in an excellent location. Whitstable is only a 5 minutes drive. If you want to eat at the nearby Sportsmans restaurant, book well in advance though as it is Michelin starred and very popular with the DFL!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin L.

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

Stunning chalet by the sea

Fantastic chalet with wonderful sea views,spotlessly clean and extremely tastefully decorated would definitely stay here next time we are in the area
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

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

Stunning property and location

Stayed a week in this lovely property. We were transfixed by the sea view and enjoyed walking along the beach at the end of the garden. The owner could not have been more helpful before our visit.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

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

Seaside property

Wonderful in every way
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ellie G.

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

Blissful peace

The location was so peaceful and felt so relaxed after arriving. The pictures are accurate, and was easy to find. We’ll be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

DAWN M., Hennock, Devon. UK

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

A real beach retrear

Lovely beach hut. Much more spacious than it looks in the photos. Very well equipped, extremely comfortable bed. And best of all the view is fantastic. We could sit there for hours just watching the water and the boats. Very relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol H.

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

A little gem on the south coast

The beach retreat is wonderful. It was very clean and cosy, everything you could want was there. The view is outstanding whether you are outside watching/listening to the sea or watching the sunset or snugged up indoors with a cuppa. It was so relaxing - thank you Malinda for sharing your little gem, I hope to return soon x
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Les Sells S.

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

Perfect seaside retreat

Lovely house right on seashore. Photos do not do it justice. Well equipped and very clean. The double doors and sofa are perfectly placed for watching the sea and sky on chillier evenings. Lovely relaxing week, with the tide kind enough for a morning swim.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa B.

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

A Real retreat

Cosy chalet within a good walking distance to Whitstable. We walked there and back for lunch, a wander and a nose at the beachfront properties. Very relaxed atmosphere all round. The beach isn't perfect due to its geographical situation. Brilliant access and views to the beach from the decking and from inside. Outside space off the decking is "natural".
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

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

Seasalter

Perfect - quiet - comfy - clean - amazing sunsets and plenty to do in Whitstable which is walkable for walkers along the beach- took 45 mins. We shared with our 10 year old granddaughter- she loved her little room and the beach. Warning you will gain weight in Whitstable - amazing food everywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Long weekend break

Nit picks, I know but.... Dust pan and brush would be useful. Downlighter in bathroom is not functioning properly. Pillows are very stained. Lovely property and ideally situated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Amanda B., Hastings

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

Perfect escape from real life

Would definitely return in better weather. No negatives except my partner is 6ft 2" and the bed is simply too short - and too narrow just a small double and he fell out of the bed on the first night and then had to lie at a diagonal so we did not sleep well. The foot board is an issue for tall people. A larger bed would transform the experience. Body wash and other toiletries would have been useful too as I wrongly assumed they would be there... luckily my partner brought some. Coffee as well as the tea provided would also be a nice touch as we don't drink tea. Not a deal breaker just a suggestion. Overall it was perfect for our needs. Bring your own bluetooth speaker if you want to listen to music. Thank you for a lovely stay x
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

TINA B.

This place certainly has the "WOW" factor!

What a diamond in the sand! As soon as we arrived, we couldn't believe our luck in finding this place! Even better than the pictures! Melinda was so lovely, friendly and helpful throughout the booking process and our stay, she kindly accommodated myself, my daughter and my 10 year old grandson, happy for us to bring our own airbed and bedding for him. The beach retreat was spotlessly clean and so warm and welcoming (even in the cold weather of a February half term). It was extremely well equipped, we found everything we could possibly need, even an oyster knife and especially binoculars! My grandson had them out every morning, watching the local shell fish collections and admiring the distant ship wreck! We didn't have a lot of spare cash and we didn't need it! Good old fashioned outdoor fun filled our days! We collected shells/stones and driftwood for the fire pit, ate bbq's as the sun set and revelled at the amazing ever changing views over breakfast! We flew kites on the beach and went crabbing off the pier at Whitstable harbour (we broke the current record by catching 11 crabs in one day which delighted my grandson!). The harbour is well worth a visit, it's pretty and quaint with not a slot machine in sight! The fresh shellfish are gorgeous especially the huge native oysters served with a smile and plenty of info at The Forge. They even cleaned out the shells so my grandson could take them home! When we were cold and tired we retreated to our cosy home from home and played board games with a view and hot chocolate, surrounded by pretty mood lighting! All in all, a wonderful restful/peaceful/private and stress free break was had by all three generations (my grandson didn't even bother to charge his phone or tablet!). We all desperately want to return and i am someone who has never returned to the same place twice, preferring to try new places, but this will be my exception! There is so much more to see and do in the area. Thank you again Melinda!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte J.

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

Breathtaking view

We had a wonderful stay in Beach Retreat - the perfect escape from London life and truly memorable experience. The house was cosy and the view amazing. We loved sitting out on the decking and even had a swim in the sea at the end of the garden! Thank you Melinda for being very accommodating with our children and allowing us to check in early.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

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

Beach retreat

Excellent accommodation. Ideal setting by the sea especially being a bird watcher
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

About the host

Hosted by Melinda Barry

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I love to escape the bustle of everyday life and spend time by the sea. I live just a few miles from Beach Retreat so I'm always on hand to offer my guests any assistance they need or provide local information! For direct bookings please email me, beachretreat@btinternet.com.

Why they chose this property

Beach Retreat is my dream house by the sea which I bought a few years ago. It's my pleasure to make it available to my guests, many of them regulars, who love this spot as much as I do. All rental income has been put into improving the property, most recently with a beautiful new kitchen area.

What makes this property unique

Beach Retreat is remote and peaceful, yet not isolated. Convenient shops in the village of Seasalter are within walking distance; Whitstable with its working harbour, boutique shops and restaurants is 5 minutes drive, or a pleasant 45 minute walk around the bay. Birdwatchers need hardly leave the house, just wait for the seabirds to arrive at low tide! But Swale Nature Reserve is just down the beach, and Oare Marshes Reserve, with trails and hides for birdwatchers, is a few miles away near Faversham. For a unique local gourmet experience, try The Sportsman down the road - but you will need to book in advance!

Languages:

English, French
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