Close to the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of this Whitstable cottage, you'll find Whitstable Beach and Whitstable Harbour. Playhouse Theatre Whitstable and Whitstable Museum and Gallery are also within half a mile (1 km).
Whitstable Castle and Gardens - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Getting around
Whitstable Station - 8 min walk
London (SEN-Southend) - 107 min drive
Restaurants
‪The Peter Cushing (Wetherspoon) - ‬6 min walk
‪Whitstable Oyster Company - ‬4 min walk
‪Samphire - ‬3 min walk
‪Birdies - ‬3 min walk
‪Royal Naval Reserve - ‬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.
Fern Cottage, Whitstable
Fern Cottage is a lovely cottage in the heart of Whitstable, perfectly located for the seafront and the high street with its abundance of friendly and lively cafes, restaurants, pubs and boutique shops. The stylish interior perfectly complements the period features of the cottage with the addition of contemporary artwork, soft hues of green and blue, and modern furniture, all creating a charming seaside holiday home. This lovely former fisherman’s cottage sleeps four guests. On the ground floor is a cosy sitting room, an open plan kitchen / dining room with wood burner. The bedrooms are on the first and second floor. On the first floor is a second seating area with comfy daybed and a handy desk and chair for working from 'home'. Outside, there is a pretty enclosed seaside garden, the perfect spot to relax and unwind after a busy day at the beach. Whitstable is a vibrant town famous for its working fishing harbour and of course the oysters. It is also a haven for artists – painters, potters, glass artists and many more, all exhibiting in art galleries, open air markets and craft fairs. Live music is abundant in the many friendly pubs and cafes, and the sunrises and sunsets are spectacular.
Property Description Ground floor
Front door leads into sitting room
Sitting Room
Sitting room with sofas, Smart TV
Kitchen / Dining room
Kitchen with electric hob/oven, fridge/freezer, wine fridge, dishwasher, dining table and four chairs, wood burner, door to garden
Cloakroom / Utility room – with wc and washing machine
Garden
An enclosed south facing cottage garden with table and chairs, and cast iron BBQ
First floor
Bedroom - sleeps 2, with Kingsize bed, bedside tables and lamps, wardrobe, chest of drawers
Side room – with day bed, desk and chair, door to bathroom and stairs to second floor
Bathroom
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, wc and basin
Second floor
Bedroom - sleeps 2, with Twin (3ft) beds, bedside table and lamp, chest of drawers
Parking
Free on street parking
Pet friendly
Things You Need to Know
Pets welcome at £25 per pet per stay Towels and linen are provided There is a garden to the rear with seating Wi-Fi access Central heating throughout Cot and high chair available on request
House Rules
We would respectfully ask that the following house rules are adhered to, to avoid any damages. Should any damages arise please note charges may be taken from your security deposit. Please note check out is 10am. Please ensure you vacate on time to allow our housekeepers to enter the property and prepare it for the next guests. Smoking is not permitted in the property at any time. Please note for insurance purposes the number of guests must not exceed the total occupancy of the house. For fire safety reasons please do not use any candles in the property. Please be respectful to neighbours. Quiet hours are between 11pm and 9am. Parties and loud music are not permitted.
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
649602
Frequently asked questions
How close is Fern Cottage, Whitstable to the airport?
This cottage is 71.5 mi (107-min drive) away from the London (SEN-Southend) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Fern Cottage, Whitstable have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.
How close is Fern Cottage, Whitstable to the beach?
This cottage is a short 4-minute walk from Whitstable Beach and 11-minute walk from Tankerton Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Fern Cottage, Whitstable offer free breakfast?
This cottage does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Fern Cottage, Whitstable?
No, there is no casino at this cottage.
What time is check-in at Fern Cottage, Whitstable?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Fern Cottage, Whitstable?
Free parking is not available at this cottage.
Does Fern Cottage, Whitstable have a pool?
This cottage does not have a pool.
Does Fern Cottage, Whitstable have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this cottage.
How close is Fern Cottage, Whitstable to downtown Whitstable?
This cottage is 0.2 mi away from Whitstable.
Fern Cottage, Whitstable Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Reviews
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sarah B.
Jul 21, 2025
A wonderful place to stay in Whitstable.
Fern cottage is in a great location very close to the town and the sea. It is tastefully decorated and has everything to make you feel at home.
Sarah B.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mar 23, 2026
Perfect Location
We loved our stay at Fern Cottage. It was such a comfortable property, with lovely decor. The enclosed garden was a haven for our dog Ralf and perfect for sitting out in the sun and the short walk (a couple of mins) to the Main Street and sea front was a gift. The kitchen had everything we needed and the property had such a relaxing feel to it. Such a great base for exploring Whitstable and beyond. Can highly recommend.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
diane charlett
Jun 24, 2025
Lovely cottage in great location
Easy to book, good contact and key safe box entry. Fern cottage is in a great location. It was very clean and tidy with everything you'd need. We had a lovely stay.
diane charlett
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Christine F.
Dec 30, 2025
Charming bijou cottage
Great little cottage. Nice and warm in what was very cold weather. Comfortable beds.great bathroom. We were two adults for 4 nights and 4 for 3 nights. It felt a bit tight for 4 of us. Great position just 300m from harbor and lively high street.
Christine F.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Carla R.
Jul 13, 2025
Lovely stay
We, a dutch couple with their dog, had a lovely stay for a week in fern cottage. Luckily we could park on the street and we didn't use the car untill it was time to go.
A lovely bed, bath shower, kitchen and garden and really next to the center. It was spot on. The only thing we missed was a hoover or broom. It was two days very hot and the dog was losing a lot of hair.
Great location and lovely cottage. A couple of things for feedback though to improve it for others would be: 1. Put black-out blind or curtains in the front bedroom2. Tidy up the garden 3. Fix the front of the dishwasher properly (it fell off and hurt my husbands foot) 4. Cover the holes in the door of the downstairs toilet/utility room.