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A Happy House in Margate

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
View from property
TV, books
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • 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.

A Happy House in Margate

The Anchorage is a newly refurbished 3 storey 1930s house, located right in the heart of Margate's Old Town and a 2 minute walk to Margate Sands and Marine Drive. The house is able to accommodate 6 people comfortably and there is also a double sofa bed in the lounge. Families, couples and friends are all welcome. Well behaved doggies are also welcome to savour the delights of the doggie treats on offer. The accommodation is modern & contemporary, furnished with items from the local area.

The downstairs of the property is open plan leading from the lounge to the dining room and utility room then through to the fully equipped kitchen diner with bifold doors opening onto the backyard complete with seating area and BBQ for sunny days. There are 3 bedrooms upstairs, one with a kingsize bed, one with a double bed and one with two single beds. There is a double sofa bed in the lounge (sorry no bedding provided for sofa bed).
There is one large bathroom with separate bath and walk in shower.

Well behaved dogs are welcome in the downstairs area of the property. We have one large plastic dog bed, please bring your pups own blankets.

Guest Access

Full Access to the house and backyard is provided.

Interaction with Guests

We will be available on mobiles and can provide a local contact in the event of emergency.

The Neighbourhood

The original seaside town offers easy access to beautiful sandy beaches, coastal walks, cycling, water sports, beautiful parks and gardens, museums, theatres, art galleries, first class restaurants and exciting night-life.

The Anchorage is located in Margate's historic Old Town, home to galleries, retro furniture and gift shops, restaurants and cafes. The Turner Contemporary is located within a 10 minute stroll, as is the newly re-opened Dreamland theme park.

Getting Around

By Bus:
We are fortunate enough to have an excellent bus system in Thanet. Our comprehensive routes enable you to make the most of your visit by reducing journey times between each town and village.
‘The Thanet Loop’ is one of the most frequent services in the UK, running on average every 7 minutes and operates 7 days a week, from early morning until late evening. This service provides excellent connections between Margate, Broadstairs and Ramsgate, and also to Westwood Cross shopping and leisure complex.

The Bus stop for The Loop Bus is located outside the Thanet District Council on Cecil Street, just a few minutes walk from the Anchorage. The bus can be caught in both directions. Ask the driver which side of the road most suits your journey.

Other bus services offered by Stagecoach will enable easy access to the villages. The number 8 bus provides excellent links from Thanet to the nearby city of Canterbury.
A ‘Dayrider' ticket is ideal for exploring the area, allowing you to hop-on or hop-off at any point, without limits and on any Stagecoach bus in Thanet.
Please contact Stagecoach for more (website hidden)
Tel: (phone number hidden)

By Train:
All stations in Thanet are served by the same line, making train travel between each point simple and quick. Stations are found in the main towns- Margate, Broadstairs and Ramsgate as well as Minster, Birchington, Westgate and Dumpton.

By Foot/Bicycle
We have an excellent coastal route which connects each part of Thanet. The Viking Coastal Trail is a 32 mile route, but you can pick and choose which parts to follow. Two thirds of the route is off-road so ideal for family walks or rides and the route is also signed throughout for convenience. Maps are available from the Thanet Visitor Information Centre in Margate without charge.

Cycle Hire
Ken’s Bikes: 26 Eaton Road, Margate. CT9 1XA. (phone number hidden).

Other Things to Note

Key access is gained through booking confirmation.

This is a non-smoking property.

Dogs welcome to stay but are not permitted upstairs.

Property manager

Kish & Fiona

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Well behaved dogs are allowed. (Downstairs only).

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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

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

Property is also known as

Happy House Margate
A Happy House in Margate Margate
A Happy House in Margate Private vacation home
A Happy House in Margate Private vacation home Margate

About the area

Map
Margate, ENG

What's nearby

  • Margate Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dreamland - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Margate Main Sands - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Westwood Cross Shopping Centre - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Botany Bay - 8 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Margate Station - 11 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Curve Coffee - Cafe & Store - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Xylo Brewing - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Little Swift - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Peter's Fish Factory - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A Happy House in Margate pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Happy House in Margate?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Happy House in Margate?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A Happy House in Margate located?

Located in Margate Old Town, this holiday home is steps away from Isle of Thanet and Margate Museum. Margate Beach and Margate Tudor House are also within 5 minutes. Margate Station is 11 minutes by foot.

A Happy House in Margate Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews" "
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Location is fantastic and the property is spacious and well maintained. We had a wonderful stay and hope to go back.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Remi H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Seaside Weekend
The house was perfect for a weekend away with three couples. Really clean and we used the garden for all our meals. The location is definitely 11\10. Under a 5 minute walk to the beach and the old town with great bars and restaurants. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annita H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
Wonderfully spacious, clean, lots of amenities and even toys for the kids! This place was wonderful to stay, just a short walk to the beach, arcades, dreamland, and train station. Everything was clean and we had no issues while we were there. Highly recommend for families or larger groups!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love the happy house in margate!
This was our 2nd stay and we lived the house and location! We will be back again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short stay
Great property, well equipped and very clean. Finding the key in dark was tricky and would have liked a few more clues as to where to find it. However once inside everything was lovely Thanks
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Property
V friendly hosts, responded quickly, beautiful house with everything you might need, location was superb, a real gem we had a fabulous stay thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gina A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous house
The house is even better than the pics. The downstairs area is really spacious with great thought given to the different areas. Worked really well for us, a group of 6 with a crawling baby. Lovely touches everywhere, interesting books and simple contemporary decor. A really comfortable space. Two really big bedrooms & a twin & lovely bathroom. Right in the buzziest area of town & minutes from the beach. So much for everyone on the doorstep!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous
We can't wait to book again. 😍 it was perfect for out needs and location to sands for wedding. Loved all of the hpuse
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great location
Great location, easy for Margate centre. Shame about no parking but otherwise perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Place for 6
Amazing property and brilliant hosts. The place was spotless and had everything that we needed for our trip. It’s in a great central location. The Thai restaurant 10 yards up the road is great.

8/10 Good

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sunny Margate
First time we've used Homeaway and a good experience. Easy to book and lots of good information. Our stay in this lovely town house in Old Margate was very enjoyable. Thanks Fiona & Kish.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Louise S., Aldrshot, UK

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house
This is the fourth time staying here. Great location, clean and comfortable as always. Will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dimitar D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Very nice property! Great location if you will visit Margate for the beach. Fully equipped kitchen if you plan to cook. We were 5ppl and had a great time. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Grant P., London

Liked: Cleanliness
Very good weekend at the Anchorage
Great property and a fantastic location, would highly recommend this to anyone, it has everything you would need.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nicole E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
Awesome location, within walking distance of the beach, shops and a Morrison's. We loved Pete's fish & chip shop.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house, great location
We were 3 sets of adults sharing the house, and even though it's one shared bathroom that didn't present a problem. The property is in an excellent location and well maintained and has some nice touches.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary M.

Brilliant property
We had a great stay here to enable a family get together after Christmas. The property is very well equipped and comfortable. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tope A.

Excellent location
We spent a few days at the Anchorage. The location was ideal, near to supermarkets and the old town. The beach was a short walk away. The house was a real treat, it was spacious and comfortable. The care and attention to detail is evident. Everything had been carefully thought through for guests so you need not worry about anything. Thank you Kish and Fiona. We hope to be back again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Louise S., Aldrshot, UK

We had a great time
Great location and spacious.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Liz N., Sheffield

Great place to stay.
Lovely house in a great location. Had everything we needed for a relaxing stay. Well equipped. Lovely big bedrooms and bathroom. We loved Margate too and would recommend both the house and place. An added bonus-the design books on the bookshelves and little design details that took the house out of the ordinary.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Sue S.

Clean and comfortable
This property was exactly what we needed for a wedding at Salmestone Grange. Clean, comfortable and had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Margaret G.

Great property
Lovely house conveniently place for the town centre and the sea front, It was very hot weekend but house was cool, lovely, plenty of room, 6 adults didn’t get each other’s way. Enjoyed the wine left!! Only downsize was the parking but 1 car safety parked in bay all weekend, and as Margate has very cheap all day parking within a 8-10 walk away it worked well one couple said they would use house again for a weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

Debra W.

Great location and lovely house
We had a lovely few days in Margate. The house is a perfect base for exploring the Kent coast. In particular we enjoyed a walk from Margate to Broadstairs. The house itself is surprisingly spacious inside and is really a home from home.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

alex I.

very modern and clean
Tastefully furnished great location and very nice owners It had everything we needed and more

10/10 Excellent

Fran B.

Beautiful, clean and spacious !!
Wonderful house in a fantastic location. Well equipped kitchen and comfy beds. Couldn't have asked for more!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2016