This vacation home places you next to Whitstable Harbour and within a 5-minute walk of Whitstable Beach. The vacation home includes a microwave and a TV.
Whitstable Castle and Gardens - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
Getting around
Whitstable Station - 9 min walk
London (SEN-Southend) - 108 min drive
Restaurants
Whitstable Oyster Company - 5 min walk
Harbour Garden Cafe - 3 min walk
The Lobster Shack - 9 min walk
The Sea Farmer's Dive Taproom - 5 min walk
Birdies - 3 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Beautiful 4 bedroom cottage near the beach in Whitstable
Eider Cottage is situated in the Whitstable's conservation area, a stone's throw away from the town's beach, cafés and restaurants. It boasts four bedrooms and two bathrooms over three floors, with a master bathroom with claw bath on the ground floor and an en-suite with rainforest shower on the first floor.
It has been lovingly restored and is well-equipped for families, with a large well-stocked kitchen that leads out via fully retractable glass doors to the deck and sunny garden. The space
Some notes:
We're proud to say we were named one of Time Out's top 8 places to stay in Whitstable in 2022.
Please note, we've decided to remove the log burner from the living room. We're very sorry if you were looking forward to it, but rest assured the house is well heated and cosy.
On parties and noise: the house is situated on a quiet residential street with houses either side and the neighbours are very sensitive to noise. If you’re planning to have a party, then this isn’t the house for you. There are plenty of brilliant pubs and restaurants a short walk away.
We're dog-friendly. Your furry friends are welcome.
Ground floor: There is a cosy front sitting room with a large sofa and comfy armchairs. There are books along with guides to the local area so you can plan your visit. The TV is also here, and the room leads through an open plan space to the bright and glass-ended kitchen.
The living room features a hi spec TV with Netflix, board games and a record turntable.
The kitchen has been fully stocked for those who love to cook, providing everything you need to enjoy entertaining in the large, light space. There is a Dualit toaster, a washing machine, a large fridge freezer and cutlery for the kids if you need it. There is a fan oven, a gas range and a microwave. The large oak dining table comfortably sits eight plus the kids.
There is WiFi, central heating and, for younger guests, a high chair and books and games for when you've had enough of the beach.
The ground floor bathroom, a traditional feature of Whitstable's cottages, features a large claw bath with a shower along with a wash basin and WC.
First floor: The large front bedroom is bright and airy, with a king size bed, a large wardrobe, two bedside cabinets and a chest of drawers.
Bedroom two features a double bed, a butler-style chest of drawers / wardrobe, two bedside cabinets and has access to the en suite.
The en suite features a wash basin, WC and an excellent rainforest shower for washing away the sand from day at the seaside.
Second floor: Eider cottage is flooded with light thanks to its most remarkable feature – a large atrium space that extends between the upper two floors of the building, exposing the Victorian brickwork of the chimney shaft.
From the top landing, which has a shelf full of books and magazines, upper bedroom one enjoys views over the rooftops of Whitstable and has a comfortable double bed along with bedside tables and a chest of drawers.
The twin room has two full size single beds, plus a bedside table and a chest of drawers for clothes. This room is perfect for children – it has baskets full of toys and a great collection of kids' books.
Other things to note Dogs are welcome! We do ask that you please keep them off the furniture and ensure they don’t defecate in the garden. The beach is a very short walk away and offers unrestricted access to dogs year-round.
The vacation home is heated and features 1.5 bathrooms and space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a microwave, and a dishwasher.
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Dogs only
1 total (55 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Service animals exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
Frequently asked questions
What can I see around this vacation home?
Located steps from Whitstable Harbour, this vacation home is in Whitstable, and within a 10-minute walk of Whitstable Beach and Tankerton Slopes. You'll also find Tankerton Beach and Whitstable Castle and Gardens less than a mile away.
Is this vacation home next to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home provide breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
How far is the airport from this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is London (SEN-Southend), which is about 20 mi away.
Beautiful 4 bedroom cottage near the beach in Whitstable Reviews
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Cleanliness
6.0/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Apr 20, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely beautiful property, perfect for a friends’ reunion. Ideally situated, spotlessly clean, very well appointed kitchen.
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
8/10 Good
James
Traveled with group, Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Oct 24, 2025
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely (2-night) stay at this house. It's beautifully presented, well-equipped, and the highlight is the kitchen-diner and huge dining table for us all to enjoy an evening of dinner, games and wine around. It's in a gorgeous little network of Victorian terraced houses in a great location for everything the town has to offer (restaurants, bars, shops, harbour, beach, you name it!).
We were very grateful to be able to bring our dogs and the house worked really well for them. Lovely little back garden, although it was a bit cold for humans to use it!
Appreciate the roadworks right outside the house (extremely loud, starting from 7.30am on the Saturday) were outside the owners' control, but a heads-up before arriving would have been good. Otherwise, this is a very quiet area so once the resurfacing works are done, you'll be able to sleep in as long as you like :)
One ground floor bathroom (bath, no shower) plus one en-suite didn't quite feel enough for a 4-bedroom house, particularly those sleeping on the top floor, but we made it work for a short period of time. This might have put us off a longer stay.
Overall, very happy to recommend this lovely house for a weekend in Whitstable!
James
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ged O.
Aug 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommended for close access to High Street, Harbour and beaches. Beds are really comfortable.
Ged O.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Mhoriam R.
Aug 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location of house with a short walk to the beach and shops. Only one shower however and that's in the ensuite room. Bathtub in the main bathroom. This wasn't clear in the description but is fine if happy to share. Garden space small and could be better to utilised if back half easier to walk on/access. Nice big kitchen with lots of plates and cups etc. Great that tea-making things already there. Oh and there are games in the living room top cupboard which we didn't discover until leaving! We had a fun stay with extended family in a clean house.
Mhoriam R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
William C., Newbury, UK
Aug 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Really smooth process from booking to check-out. Lovely clean comfy beds. Great communal space and perfect location. With the Whitstable sunshine, we couldn’t have had a lovelier weekend. Thank you.
William C.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
ANNE I.
Jun 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
Lovely house close to the high street with everything provided for a great weekend away.