Sleeps 3 - 6 | 3 Bedrooms | Pet-Friendly | Reviews
Accommodation Summary: cottage sleeps 6 Garden of England – Kent.
Key Holiday Home Information:
Dog-Friendly, up to 2 dog(s) welcome by arrangement.
Nearest Airport and Railway Station: Martin Mill.
Nearest city or town: Dover, Kent, approximately 4 miles away.
Type of holiday rental: Coastal cottage with sea views.
Short Breaks and weekend breaks: Not available
The Gun Emplacement is the nearest house to France. It's perched on the cliff top on Lighthouse Down, the National Trust's protected coastal expanse, overlooking St. Margaret's Bay, which has come to be known as The White Cliffs. The house was built by the Army in 1910, Sir Peter Ustinov was billeted there during the Second War and after the War, he bought it from the Ministry of Defence. It's NOT suitable for children but fine for older people,(two steps)and for 2 well-behaved pets. NO SMOKERS. There are 3 double bedrooms, a pleasant sitting-room with sliding double-glazed windows on 3 sides: looking over the sea. An open fire-place makes it cosy in winter. A small modern kitchen fitted with Ikea cupboards, fridge-freezer, dishwasher, microwave, a separate WC, new bathroom with basin, bath and tiled walk-in shower with excellent pressure. There is even an airing cupboard to keep linen warm. The cottage can sleep 1-6 people. 7 night lets only from Saturday to Saturday. Towels are NOT provided except for Overseas guests on Request
Up to 2 dogs welcome by arrangement, dependant upon size!! Book ahead for popular times of year such as summer holidays and Christmas.
Layout of Bedrooms
Flexible changeover day: No
Recommended Attractions near St. Margaret's Bay, Dover: Day trips to France. Castles galore: Dover, Walmer, Chilham, Sandwich, Leeds and other glories. Canterbury Cathedral, Sissinghurst Gardens, Rye, Hythe and Tunbridge Wells are an easy drive away. St. Margaret's at Cliffe is the local village. The Astor Theatre,Stanhope Rd, Deal CT14 6AB
Good places to visit near St. Margaret's Bay, Dover: France, Dover Castle, Sissinghurst Gardens, Canterbury
More about the Location:Annual Events: Dover Carnival Concert, Dover Town Hall, Biggin Street, Dover. Deal Collectors' Fair. Battle of Britain Memorial, Capel le Ferne, near Folkestone, British Open Golf Tournament, Sandwich
Good places to eat near St. Margaret's Bay, Dover: Wallett's Court - gourmet restaurant in St Margaret's, The Cliffe Tavern - excellent pub meals, The Swingate Inn - superb fish & chips, The Coastguard Pub, on the beach and dog friendly.
Short Breaks: No, minimum 7 nights
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Price Banding Period | Weekly Price | Changeover day | Min Stay & Short Breaks Information | Short Break Nightly Rates From | |
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07 Apr 2024 - 26 Oct 2024 | 475.00 GBP | No short breaks | - | - | |
27 Oct 2024 - 20 Dec 2024 | 375.00 GBP | No short breaks | - | - | |
21 Dec 2024 - 04 Jan 2025 | 575.00 GBP | No short breaks | - | - | |
05 Jan 2025 - 28 Mar 2025 | 400.00 GBP | No short breaks | - | - | |
29 Mar 2025 - 19 Apr 2025 | 500.00 GBP | No short breaks | - | - | |
20 Apr 2025 - 26 Apr 2025 | 525.00 GBP | No short breaks | - | - | |
27 Apr 2025 - 31 Oct 2025 | 500.00 GBP | No short breaks | - | - | |
01 Nov 2025 - 20 Dec 2025 | 400.00 GBP | No short breaks | - | - | |
21 Dec 2025 - 03 Jan 2026 | 600.00 GBP | No short breaks | - | - |
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