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The Beach House Whitstable is settled on the beach in the quiet hamlet of Seasalter on the “Oyster Coast.” Just outside the idyllic coastal town of Whitstable, this detached, two bed, spacious, glass fronted family home provides a comfortable self catering accommodation for 6 people. It has an enviable position with uninterrupted views behind and in front of the house. Behind, you look over beautiful unspoiled countryside, with acres of salt mashes and a patchwork of public footpaths waiting to be explored. In front you have direct access to miles of beaches and nature reserves that promise hours of coastal walking and bird watching pleasure. The Beach House has amazing views over the sea instilling an instant sense of calm and relaxation. |
Whether its sunrise or sunset, winter or summer, stormy or calm, you have a front row seat on nature’s stage. To top it all, your local family pub, just a few minutes drive along the coast, is the Sportsman, voted Shepherd Neame "Good Food Pub of the Year" two years running!
This self catering accommodation in Whitstable has a light, airy, warm feel about it. It is perfectly equipped for self catering, decorated in a modern contemporary style and furnished to a high standard. Local art and photography aim to create that coastal inspired base for a relaxing stay. The house is well equipped including central heating, sofa bed, a Bose sound system, flat screened television, plus a DVD player, washing machine, dishwasher and off street parking for 3 cars. The ground floor consists of a twin bedroom, bathroom and a large open-plan area for cooking, dinning and living. The large dining table can comfortably seat 6 people. Sliding patio doors lead you to a large raised oak deck area encased by glass panels. This provides the perfect spot to watch the beautiful sunsets over the Isle of Sheppey whilst bar-be-queuing the locally bought fish. The first floor consists of a light bright loft style upper bedroom with en-suite bathroom and commanding views. You can lie in bed and observe the landscape changing with the shifting tides.
There are great facilities for the children providing hours of traditional seaside fun and entertainment. Sand castles and shell pictures (the beach is made up of sand, shingle and a million sea shells) Picnics on the beach at the bottom of the garden. Crabbing (We have the best crabbing spot close by) and skimming competitions to name a few.
This self catering accommodation in Whitstable is all you can ever wish for from a ‘beach house’ and more!
Seasalter is situated on the North Sea coast, facing Essex across the Thames Estuary and the Isle of Sheppey across The Swale. This area, west of the main town of Whitstable, was once used as an extraction source for sea salt. The sea was kept in shore based enclosures and the water evaporated to leave the sea salt for collection. Spend a quiet, relaxing holiday in Seasalter, or use The Beach House as a base to explore further a field.
No more than a 7-10 minute drive away is Whitstable, a fishing port that’s famous for its Oysters. Whitstable is still an unspoiled Kentish coastal town full of Bohemian charm, with narrow streets, working fishing harbour, interesting cottages, a fascinating history of smuggling and shipping, individual shops, beach front restaurants and many different pubs all with authentic character and charm. There’s a Saturday market and lots of interesting, eclectic, and attractive shops along Harbour Street. Whitstable also contains a vibrant contemporary arts scene and a range of independent art galleries to browse. There is also a town museum and castle, swimming, bowling, tennis, sailing, boating trips and walking available locally.
Whitstable harbour lies on the North Kent coast at the mouth of the River Swale.
It remains very much a working harbour – on the West Quay, there is fishing as well as wind farm maintenance operations and on the South Quay there is the retailing of the day’s catch. Whitstable Harbour supports 100 to 150 full time employees.
The Royal National Lifeboat Institute is also based on harbour land.
The harbour’s fish markets are popular with locals and visitors alike. In the summer, visitors can visit stalls selling fresh sea food and the famous Whitstable Oysters. In the winter, why not the Crab and Winkle Restaurant.
Located on the South Quay of the harbour is the Whitstable Harbour Village, which is a community of local producers, designers, artists and independent local retailers.
You can sample local produce and browse around independent local retailers housed in traditional fisherman’s huts.
It is open every weekend from 10 am to 5 pm and also on Bank Holidays.
Throughout the summer months GRETA Thames Barge Sailing Trips operation from Whitstable Harbour. The crew do the sailing while you sit and relax.
Many of the shops in Whitstable are locally owned and run.
Harbour Street boasts quaint galleries, individual gift shops, florists, a specialist cheese shop and a cup cake shop to mention just a few.
A vibrant Farmers Market is held at St Marys Hall every other Saturday.
You never know who you might see strolling around on a summer’s afternoon.
Bob Geldof has a home in nearby Faversham and often pops down and Vic Reeves is also a regular visitor.
Whitstable is a destination for lovers of fine food and is of course world famous for it’s oysters and seafood.
There are many independent restaurants which are well worth trying
Royal Native Oyster Restaurant – 01227 276856
William and Brown Tapas Restaurant – 01227 273373
Crab and Winkle – 01227 799377
Wheelers – 01227 273311
Birdies – 01227 265337
The Sportsman, Seasalter (Michelin Star Holder) – 01227 273370
If you just fancy a snack or a piece of the most delicious homemade cake then try Tea and Times in the high street. Its our favourite cafe in the whole world!
Check out the narrow alleys, which connect the high street with Middle Wall and Island Wall, including Squeeze-Gut Alley!!!
Check out Windy Corner Stores where you can pick up local produce and grab a coffee and while you are there book your tickets for the tennis courts.
Oxford Street
Whitstable
Kent
Telephone 01227 276 998
Free Admission
The Museum and Gallery is open daily from 10 am to 4 pm (except Sundays, Good Friday and Christmas and is open on Sundays in July and August from 1 pm to 4 pm.
The Museum’s main themes are Whitstable’s unique coastal community and seafaring traditions with special features on oysters, diving and shipping.
There is also a special display which focuses on the rich wildlife of the local shoreline – the plants, fossils, shells and birds to be discovered there.
The art gallery holds special exhibitions (usually 6 per year) featuring both local talent and national touring exhibitions.
Whitstable Castle was originally a manor house and dates back to the 1970s. It was bought for the town in 1935.
It is now run by The Whitstable Castle Association for the benefit of the local community.
The gardens are open to the public all year round.
Many events are held at the Castle, including the annual May Day celebrations where many stalls are erected and musicians and local artists put on displays for visitors.
The biggest event in Whitstable by far is the annual Whitstable Oyster Festival which is a weeklong event held in July.
There is a full programme of events held throughout this week.
The Crab and Winkle Way links the cathedral city of Canterbury with the harbour in Whitstable. It is 7.5 miles long and the route is mainly traffic free. The route takes you through Blean Woods which is one of the largest areas of ancient broadleaved woodlands in Southern England.
For bike hire, contact:
Whitstable Cycle Hire on 01227 263 907
Whitstable and Seasalter Golf Club provides a nine hole public course which runs very close to the Beach.
For rates and to book a round call 01227 272 020
Whitstable Yacht Club is one of the oldest and largest sailing clubs in England. It offers sailing inn sheltered waters at all times of the tide for catamarans, dinghies and windsurfers, with yachts in nearby creeks that dry out.
The sailing and windsurfing school runs three hour taster sessions to all full training courses.
For more information call 01227 272 942
Why not give Kite surfing a try with a single day taster course.
There is a private teaching area in the bay sanctioned by the council to ensure safety.
There are also advance courses offered for the more experienced!!!
Transition Kite boarding 0208 378 2138
There are segmented times throughout the week for serious swimmers to enjoy swimming in Adult Lanes and of course public swimming is regularly available.
For more information call: 01227 772 442
Canterbury is a short journey south from Whitstable. It homes the stunning Canterbury Cathedral.
Why not take a relaxing river punt trip along the River Stour and through this historic city.
Contact:
The Canterbury River Navigation Company – 078§6 760869
There is also a good selection of restaurants and shops.
Tel 0034 626382937
www.thebeachhousewhitstable.co.uk
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