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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Whitstable, England
  • Place, Whitstable Harbour
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitstable Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitstable Castle and Gardens
    ‪10 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Whitstable

This cottage places you next to Whitstable Harbour and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Whitstable Beach. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a dining area.
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What's nearby

  • Whitstable Harbour - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Whitstable Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Tankerton Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Whitstable and Seasalter Golf Club - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Whitstable Castle and Gardens - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Whitstable Station - 11 min walk
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whitstable Oyster Company - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Oyster Shed - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Birdies - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Lobster Shack - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Samphire - ‬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.

The Cook's Cottage: a coastal oasis w/outdoor kitchen, garden & cinema nr beach

About The Cottage:

A charming cottage with lots of character that sleeps 6 people comfortably

Pets are welcome

3 double bedrooms and 2 bathrooms (one of which is upstairs) set across 3 floors, a sunny, enclosed dog-proof garden, a covered outdoor kitchen w/BBQ, and a gorgeous summerhouse/den w/cinema projector

The cottage is conveniently located a short stroll away from the beach as well as all the independent shops, bars and restaurants, so once you've parked the car you'll never need to use it again

The interior of the cottage is filled with a quirky mix of vintage furniture, with wooden floorboards throughout and vintage old-school radiators that give the cottage a laid back French boho vibe

There is a lovely open fire for cosy winter nights

There is super WIFI is throughout the cottage, garden & summerhouse/den

What You'll Love About The Cottage:

Chilling in the scented walled garden in your own private oasis

Leisurely al fresco dining in the sunny garden (the French iron dining table seats 6 people and we also have an outside wood burner)

BBQing come rain or shine in the covered outdoor kitchen

Relaxing in the cosy summerhouse/den watching a film or binging a TV series on the cinema screen. (There's also a large DVD film collection that guests can use)

Snuggling up on one of the two large, comfy vintage sofas reading a book or watching something on the Smart TV (seats 6 people comfortably)

Waking up refreshed after a relaxing nights from sleeping on the memory foam sprung mattresses that are on all the vintage beds

Having a long relaxing soak in the original vintage cast iron roll top bath

Cooking in the bespoke, well - equipped kitchen (double range cooker, fridge freezer, Le Creuset pans, as well as herbs and other condiments are provided)

Listening to the eclectic selection of vinyl records on the vintage record player (there is a collection of c.500 vinyl records that guests can use)

Playing board games with your family & friends (a selection of games are provided)

Having a relaxing and rejuvenating facial in the cottage

What You'll Love About Whitstable

Relaxing walks on the beach (with your dog)
Swimming in the sea
The stunning sunsets
Windsurfing
Yoga
Saunas on the beach
Sampling Whitstable Oysters
Eating out at the many delicious restaurants
Exploring the quirky independent shops on Harbour Street

Things To Note

It's an old cottage with lots of beams, crooked doors and uneven walls

The stairs are steep (stair gates are provided)

You can only use the BIG Green Egg if agreed prior to check in (they can be dangerous if you haven't used one before)
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and the bathroom offers a hair dryer. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a fenced private yard. Limited housekeeping is available.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Gym
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

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
  • 3 total pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
  • Check-in: 4:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

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, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Cooks Cottage old Rustic Fisherman's Cottage Minute Beach
Cooks old Rustic Fisherman's Minute Beach Whitstable
Cooks Cottage old Rustic Fisherman's Cottage Minute Beach
Cooks old Rustic Fisherman's Minute Beach Whitstable
Cooks old Rustic Fisherman's Minute Beach

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near this cottage?

This cottage is located in Whitstable, just steps from Whitstable Harbour and Whitstable Beach. You'll also find Tankerton Beach and Whitstable Castle and Gardens less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at The Cook's Cottage: a coastal oasis w/outdoor kitchen, garden & cinema nr beach?

No, there isn't parking at this cottage.

Is there a spa at this cottage?

Spa services at the cottage include massages.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What do couples enjoy most about The Cook's Cottage: a coastal oasis w/outdoor kitchen, garden & cinema nr beach?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic cottage include a fireplace, Egyptian cotton sheets, and a kitchen.

Are there hot tubs at The Cook's Cottage: a coastal oasis w/outdoor kitchen, garden & cinema nr beach?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at The Cook's Cottage: a coastal oasis w/outdoor kitchen, garden & cinema nr beach?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cottage.

Where is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is London (SEN-Southend), which is about 20 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Cook's Cottage: a coastal oasis w/outdoor kitchen, garden & cinema nr beach?

No, there aren't any cottage with balconies at The Cook's Cottage: a coastal oasis w/outdoor kitchen, garden & cinema nr beach.

The Cook's Cottage: a coastal oasis w/outdoor kitchen, garden & cinema nr beach Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 41 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stuart I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The extra touches make this a delightful place to rent. Parking can be tough and heed the warning of the steep stairs, however, location is fantastic and owners are very responsive. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ian F.

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

Stay

Great property, host and location. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

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

Quirky well located and resourced cottage

Location is extremely central and offers great access to the beach and town. The cottage is very comfortable and well stocked with lots of things to make the stay more enjoyable.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sabine B.

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

Lovely time in Whitstable

A cosy and comfortable cottage in a fantastic location. We were a family group of 3 generations and the cottage was the perfect place for us to stay and enjoy Whitstable. The location was ideal for the beaches, pubs and shops all close by. Thank you for a great holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this cottage. Very welcoming and it met every expectation and more. It was at the end of a close so very peaceful, a hop, skip and jump away from the high street and 5 mins away from the sea. We hope to be back one day very soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is beautiful and exactly as per the images. It's comfortable, the kitchen is fully functional with gas cooker and excellent cookware, the showers are hot and powerful, the bath relaxing, the garden and garden room lovely. There's loads of little additions like a record player that adds great atmosphere and the toys and games. The baby cot bed was comfortable and our daughter slept well. Overall very homely and we loved it, so recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kit S.

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

Great location

Lovely property with everything you need and chic vintage style which we loved. Perfect for us, our grown up children and dog! Perfect location. Stairs are very steep so would not be good for anyone who struggles with stairs as the host does point out!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy A.

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

Homely & Quirky with a Hint of Chic

We had a lovely mid-week winter stay. Perfect location for town-life & sea walks.Cottage is cosy & charming with lots of considerate, clever & homely touches. Helpful & accurate information/ presentation of property from the owners. Very impressed with Whitstable too!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Pippa R.

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

Gorgeous property really well located for everythung!

We stayed (myself and my husband, our 1 & 3 year olds and my parents) in Cook's Cottage for a week and had the best time! It couldn't be better located for access to the shops, restaurants or the beach. Even with a laden buggy and kids the beach was a 3-4 minute walk away (it would be 2 mins without kids!). It's a beautifully decorated house, so many pretty things (but all robust if you've got little ones) and comfy beds and lovely linen. The kitchen is really well equipped and the bathrooms have generous toiletries. The 2 bathrooms (one with a bath downstairs and one with a shower on the first floor) are perfect for the size of house and the yard is a great size for bbqs, evening drinks and for kids to play in. Selina was really quick to answer any questions and Sarah who looks after the property was too, really accommodating. Most places are open again in town and there's a lovely buzz. We would definitely stay at the Cottage again and hope to be back in the not too distant future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Carolyn W.

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

Great location to explore Whitstable

Lovely house. Quirky as expected. Everything we required. Great location for walking around Whitstable and the nearby coastline. Hosts quick to answer any questions. Would recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
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10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

A charming holiday home in the centre of Whitstable

Another great stay at Cooks Cottage - a special place in a central location which was ideal for access to shopping, cycling and water sports activities. The cottage was clean and tidy, with plenty of charming features, including a vinyl record player and private outdoor seating for relaxed family dinners.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
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2/10 Terrible

Colette B.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Fantastic location, disappointing property.

Unfortunately the interior of the cottage did not live up to the photos that advertised the property. We were given 2 days notice that the house next door was having minor building works done. A complete refurb and rear extension is more than minor works. This meant we could not use the garden during the day. Although we do not blame the owners for the building work but we would of appreciated more notice as we would have found somewhere else. As you can appreciate you go on holiday to get away and relax but we felt we couldn’t do that there.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Nikki S.

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

Simply perfect

The perfect staycation. The photos don’t show just how beautiful and amazing this property is. 3 good double sized bedroom which ensure everyone feels like they have a beautiful room. Selina gave us great suggestions on where would be open for food and drinks and was quick to respond if I ever messaged with a question The location of this property ensures that once you arrive you can truly hang the car keys up and just enjoy your stay. Everywhere is in walking distance. Thank you for opening up this beautiful property for people to have the best holidays.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

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

All Great

Everything was just as advertised. Great short break.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Perfect cottage

Location was excellent and very close to the town and beach. It was a short walk from the station also. The cottage had absolutely everything we needed and was super cosy. Check in and out was smooth and we’ll definitely come again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

sue h.

Liked: Communication, location

Cooks Cottage

The property was in a good location but the exterior was disappointing, the cottage was shabby chic with nice bedrooms but the kitchen and bathrooms had far too much clutter. The garden needed some TLC. It was however value for money.We enjoyed Whitstable and the restaurant recommendations were very helpful. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Convenient location in centre of town

Thanks for a lovely stay. A comfortable and well equipped home - great location for our holiday in Whitstable. We especially enjoyed the record player :-) Parking outside was limited, but we managed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise W.

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

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Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent

louise h.

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

Whitstable w/e

Lovely few days away. Interesting house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

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

Cosy cottage

We had a wonderful stay in this lovely little cottage. The cottage had everything we needed (including baby gates) and was seconds away from the high street. Particularly loved the bathtub and the variety of toiletries.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo T.

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

Long weekend

A lovely stay in a cottage full of character in an ideal location. Be careful on the stairs.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen W.

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

Fantastic location, very close to the harbour, restaurants and shops.

Lovely quirky property. Ideal for a family get together. Three good sized bedrooms and plenty of room to socialise both inside and out. Sarah and Chris who manage the property are excellent to deal with.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

P F.

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

Prima heerlijk huis en vlakbij het centrum en strand

Heerlijk huis. Wel een typisch Engels huis dus wel even wennen verder prima locatie vlakbij centrum en strand. Eigenaar en housekeeper zeer vriendelijk en gastvrij
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

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

Great place for my family visit

We had a great, but too short of a stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Gary N.

Lovely place to stay

We had a very enjoyable stay at Cooks Cottage. The house is so close to the great independent shops and just a minute or two to the beach. The beds were extremely comfortable and the house was very homely. We were so pleased to find somewhere where we could bring the dog and the baby! Looking forward to visiting again in the future. Chris and Sarah who look after the property were very friendly and the house was lovely and clean. Definitely recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018