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Charming 2 bed cottage in the heart of Canterbury with parking nearby

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Point of interest
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Point of interest
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming 2 bed cottage in the heart of Canterbury with parking nearby

An idyllic and quintessential English cottage set in a quiet cul-de-sac of just 10 cottages less than 5 minutes' walk from Canterbury's historic and vibrant city centre. The property which boasts both front and back gardens, Canterbury Cathedral views, 2 bedrooms, traditional decor and all mod cons sleeps up to 4 adults (+Z bed) is one of the very few cottages in the middle of Canterbury which is also pet friendly. Please note that, as is typical in cottages of this type, the stairs are quite steep to the bedrooms though we do have handrails. A free parking permit is available for your stay on request at nearby Longport car park.

Property manager

Neil Bennett

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 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.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: We have 2 gardens with smoking facilities

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Please keep pets downstairs.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Note from host: Sorry our cottage is not big enough for parties
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
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

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

Property is also known as

Chaming 2 bed 'hidden Gem' Adjacient Parking Heart House
Chaming 2 bed 'hidden Gem' Adjacient Parking Heart Canterbury
Charming 2 bed 'hidden Gem' Adjacient Parking Heart House
Charming 2 bed 'hidden Gem' Adjacient Parking Heart Canterbury
Charming 2 bed 'hidden Gem' Adjacient Parking Heart

About the area

Map
Canterbury, England

What's nearby

  • Canterbury Christ Church University - 4 min walk
  • Canterbury Cathedral - 8 min walk
  • Marlowe Theatre - 10 min walk
  • Westgate Gardens - 11 min walk
  • University of Kent - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Canterbury East Station - 11 min walk
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Thomas Ingoldsby - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Old City Bar - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming 2 bed cottage in the heart of Canterbury with parking nearby pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Charming 2 bed cottage in the heart of Canterbury with parking nearby?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming 2 bed cottage in the heart of Canterbury with parking nearby?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming 2 bed cottage in the heart of Canterbury with parking nearby located?

Located in the heart of Canterbury, this family-friendly holiday home is steps away from St. Thomas' Catholic Church and Lady Wootton's Green. St. Augustine's Abbey and Canterbury Christ Church University are also within 5 minutes. Canterbury East Station is 11 minutes by foot and Canterbury West Station is 16 minutes.

Charming 2 bed cottage in the heart of Canterbury with parking nearby Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 106 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 106 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 106 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 106 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 106 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

sally h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Canterbury graduation
Excellent accommodation. Ample room for family of five and its pet friendly. Nice little garden at back. Neil arranged parking at nearby car park. Close to town centre everything within walking distance
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property, located very close to all historical attractions, restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

martin

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking is off site but close by. Parking permit was organised by the owner. Grocery shopping walkable nearby. Very central for Canterbury town Center.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annemarie I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Canterbury 2024
We had a lovely 5 days driving around and having a cozy home base.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

roberto p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent experience
Nice and fuctional
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect English stay
Loved the place. Loved the location. Loved the Host. Great location to go in and out of London by train for day trips yet enjoy the culture of a small city rich w history. Fabulous! TY Neil. We love The Augustine House!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marianne C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
The cottage was lovely. The hosts thought of every detail. They were extremely communicative. We had a lovely stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage centrally located in Canterbury
We had a great time at Augustine's Cottage. The location is excellent, 5-10 minutes' walk from downtown and the cathedral, and even closer to Augustine's Abbey. The long walk along the river has some beautiful parks and then open countryside and is a nice break from the crowds on the high street. The cottage is very well equipped and comfortable. We enjoyed lunches in the back yard with sandwiches from nearby Phoebe's. Definitely a place to return to.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Canterbury Idyll
Wonderful experience apart from two items that might have been helpful to know in advance: parking at a distance due to challenges accessing the property by road; the precipitous stair case which would be a significant challenge to anyone with even slight mobility challenges. However property wonderful; hosts very attentive.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay at Augustine Cottage.
Perfect location to main street (mall) of Canterbury only being maybe 10 minute or less walk. Well stocked to cater for guests including books for light reading. Heating system was very effective. Garden patio with table and chairs in front and back were appreciated on the fine, sunny days. Booklet of general town information and instructions for the heating system and tv etc kept us well informed. Check in information was easy to follow. Initial communication on booking was also easy to navigate. Beds were comfortable. Two rooms and two bathrooms. We enjoyed our stay and recommend this cottage.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and convenient
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the cottage. It was warm, comfortable, and convenient to downtown Canterbury.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

AIison V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect !
A return visit to this lovely cottage in the heart of Canterbury ! Neil was very helpful and left us a wonderful welcome pack
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming and spacious cottage in great location
Well-stocked, great location (you can see Canterbury Cathedral spires from the front garden), charming decor and spacious floor plan easily sleeps four or five. My kids loved the extras (X-box with plenty of offline games), and my wife and I enjoyed watching some DVD’s from the owner’s collection, including the Spielberg classic ET, on the widescreen TV in the parlor. Warm gas fireplace in parlor and instructions on how to use. Much better option than any local hotel!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

michele b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely little Gem . In the heart of the city but so quite.
Had a fab time. The property was perfect for us. Beds amazingly comfortable. Fab location central to everything but nicely tucked away. Would certainly use again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter R., Leicester

Liked: Cleanliness
Family get together
Great location, cosy for family (great weather helped!)
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

AIison V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous cottage !
We loved our stay in this delightful cottage in Canterbury The position is perfect and parking was arranged for us The owner, Neil, was extremely helpful and answered all my queries promptly! We had everything we needed there and will definitely return
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Canterbury cottage
We enjoyed our stay at the cottage which is a short walk into town. The cottage has everything you need is very good. We went around surrounding area to coast too.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Toya D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Location
Loved, loved this place! Canterbury is beautiful and we enjoyed the ease of walking around exploring as well as connecting with friends for the wedding we were in town for!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

India O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent accommodations
It was a great experience for our week in Canterbury. Easy walking to so many things, including train station only 17 minute walk. The rooms were comfortable and visually calming and if we needed anything the grocery store was 5 minutes away. The best part was the owner had quick response especially when the power went out one night. Totally would stay again if need be.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its overall charm, location and excellent facilities. Steep stairs to upper floor and bath/shower arrangements in en-suite not ideal for elderly visitors.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location to explore Canterbury
We enjoyed our stay at the cottage but would make the following observations; 1. All of the electrical PAT testing is out of date 2. The BBQ was not clean and available to use 3. In the downstairs shower room, the washbasin is so small it is not really available to be used as a full shower room 4. Overly complicated TV remote controls - 3 of them and not clearly marked which was for each TV/Sky box etc 5. Could not get the TV in the dining are working at all 6. Inconsistencies in the arrival/departure instructions between email, welcome book and blackboard in kitchen eg time of arrival stated as 3pm and 5pm, departure time as 9am/10.30am and 11am. Also parking outside….possible or not possible? The positives however were: 1. Lovely fluffy new M&S towels in the bathrooms 2. Well fitted out kitchen with lots of utensils, pots/pans etc 3. Good location for the centre of town 4. V clean 5. Thank you for sorting parking in Longport car park in advance of our arrival.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

John A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Expectations
This is a typical 150 year old English flat, total of about 15’ wide. Steep stairs is an understatement. The bathroom situation is very awkward. Not good for two couples. This unit would also be difficult for elderly. It is dated and tied. It works, but know what your getting. Location is convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic find
Lovely house with everything needed to cover your stay. Lovely welcome hamper cosy feel to the property. Excellent location to walk into Canterbury
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sherry D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely and central with convenient parking
Perfect for our family of 2 adults and 2 kids, aged 2 and 6, having all amenities we needed. The staircase was quite steep, but child gates were available. Car park was a few minutes wall away so we just parked and walked our things over. House and garden are lovely. We had a great time and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Simon S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
Peaceful cottage on the edge of the city with easy access to all the local facilities. Excellent communication from Neil from start to finish with all the information provided for our stay and an added bonus is the provision of a car park pass for the nearby Longport car park.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021