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Lifeboat Cottage - 50 meters from the beach

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Interior
Beach nearby
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Fireplace

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Walmer, ENG
  • Place, Deal Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Deal Castle
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Deal Pier
    ‪15 min walk‬

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About the area

Deal

When you stay at this cottage in Deal, you'll be by the sea, within a 15-minute drive of White Cliffs of Dover and Dover Castle. .This cottage is 8.6 mi (13.9 km) from Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal and 18.1 mi (29.1 km) from Margate Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Deal Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Deal Castle - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Deal Pier - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Astor Theatre - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Walmer Castle and Gardens - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Deal Station - 15 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Sir Norman Wisdom (Wetherspoon) - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Holy Dough - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Hut 55 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hey Hey - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Stag - ‬2 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.

Lifeboat Cottage - 50 meters from the beach

A former fisherman’s cottage, Lifeboat Cottage dates back to the 1800s but has recently been tastefully renovated to provide a holiday home that blends contemporary style and modern amenities with traditional seaside charm.
Nestled in a quiet street in Walmer’s conservation area, it’s a stone’s throw from the beach and a short walk along the front to Deal’s town centre, with its quirky independent shops, markets and cafés. Even closer is the Strand, with an attractive green and bandstand, traditional bakery, pubs, convenience stores and a café where you can enjoy a superb full English with a view all the way to France. You can even buy freshly caught fish direct from the boatmen on the beach.
Deal itself is a charming, unspoilt Georgian seaside town with two Tudor castles, local museums and a striking modernist pier all worth a visit. Within a thirty minute drive are the cathedral city of Canterbury, Dover Castle, and the major shopping outlet at Ashford. For two legs or two wheels, there are plenty of country and coastal paths and trails to explore.
Golfers, too, are spoilt for choice, with three superb British Open courses nearby – Royal St. Georges, Royal Cinque Ports and Princes.
This particular stretch of Kentish coast offers you the Turner Contemporary, Dreamland and the extraordinary shell grotto in Margate, Dickensian Broadstairs, Ramsgate’s Royal Harbour, Whitstable and the picturesque Medieval streets of Sandwich. Enough for plenty of days out.
And of course, France is just 20 miles away by sea.
Wherever you get to, Lifeboat Cottage is the perfect spot to return to. Downstairs is a light and airy lounge complete with working fireplace, a spacious kitchen diner and bathroom. Upstairs are two double bedrooms, one with views and a wall-mounted TV. Outside, the delightful courtyard garden is the ideal spot to catch the last rays of sunshine, and there is handy side access for bikes and pushchairs. Sky TV (including Sky Sports) and Wi-fi are both included so you’ll never miss a match or a message.
No smoking, please, for the comfort and enjoyment of our non-smoking guests.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which features a fireplace. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and an electric kettle.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 25 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 25

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 allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

1 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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

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Lifeboat Cottage - 50 meters from the beach Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Debbie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely little cottage, slight sea view from bedroom, internal doors need some work, pillows could be better, oven could do with a thorough clean,back garden needs a bit of a tidy up to make it a nicer space.Overall a lovely stay and perfect for what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rob G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Deal delight

Deal is becoming like a second home and this property suited us perfectly. Close for our early morning swim, to join parkrun and then enjoy the delights of Deal. The Court Yard is a must.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mathew B., London

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely short stay

Great little property; close to sea and all Deal/Walmer has to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendie R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely everything I needed. Perfect. Thank you.

Absolutely everything I needed. Perfect. Thank You
Stayed 19 nights in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Rik P.

Hit and Miss

Was a great location and the check-in was easy with the supplied lock box, although the front door lock was a bit fiddly. The beach was a literal stones throw away and there was a great view of the RNLI station from the bedroom window. As a location, it was great and was fairly easy to park outside or close by without having to pay. There were a few small issues that spoilt the stay. There was no soap in the downstairs bathroom and no replacement available. There were only 4 teabags, the sugar and coffee were rock hard and contaminated and mixed up. There was a bag for a hairdryer in one of the bedroom drawers but no actual hairdryer. The pullout we used in the 2nd bedroom in case our little one fell out of the main bed was not very clean and was covered in hair and some of the mugs and plates were dirty. There was no way of locking the bathroom or toilet doors for privacy as the locks did not line up. A great location but rough around the edges.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great spot close to the beach, shopping, sights and restaurants
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Anniversary break in Walmer

We rented the cottage for 4 nights in June and were lucky to be blessed with good weather. Property itself was exactly as described and offered fantastic accommodation for our short stay. There were lots of nice touches such as the provision of some lovely cakes and some milk in the fridge. The tv (including Sky) and internet access were great. Location yards from the beach front and shops. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Alan Y., Kings Lynn, UK

Liked: Cleanliness

'Lifeboat Cottage' June 2022

The Cottage/Terrace was ideal for up to three pers +small dog. Decoration and funiture was in good condition,with plenty of added pictures and ornaments. TV's, with Netflicks Sky and Wifi for phones etc. The friendly host is easy to contact will give advice if you have a problem.easy to contact Parking can be a bit tight! Usually a slot can be found when the renovation teams have gone home!. Seem buyers are being attracted to the houses as a good investment. The sea front is close by, with wide macadam paths (no bumps and lumps) stretching for miles. Ideal for walking, walking the dog, cyclists and ideal for mobility scooters users. I would go back again to this area again for a holiday.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely cottage, great location

It's a really nice, comfortable and well-equipped cottage close to the sea and in a delightful area. Comfortable beds and bedrooms, nice and clean, very well equipped kitchen. Plenty of space to sit. We really enjoyed staying in Lighthouse cottage. Great walks from Walmer and dog-friendly beaches to hand.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rob G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Yellow delight and parkrun bonus

Very comfortable, with all the amenities needed for a week away from home. Plus it's very close to Walmer parkrun for any tourist.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

We had a lovely time; great cottage, location and also the weather!

10/10 Excellent

Carrie Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing break

Lovely cottage with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Very clean and good quality throughout. Thank you Mark, we would definitely recommend 🙂
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely location

Very comfortable cottage, everything was as described. Very close to the beach and lovely walks close by. Superb for a short break.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lynsey S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing seaside getaway

We really enjoyed our few days at Lifeboat Cottage. Spotlessly clean and well equipped. Great location near the beautiful beach. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Peter R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ideal cottage for short break

This is a lovely cottage in an ideal position in Deal. Nicely decorated and fully equipped. We very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Catrin E.

Liked: Cleanliness

A wonderful cottage just off the seafront

Lifeboat Cottage was great! Homely and warm with everything you could want on a break away to the seaside. Mark was a great host and made us feel so welcome - we would definitely return!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lifeboat Cottage

Very comfortable, good location but you have to take 'pot luck' with parking on the road near the property.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Location

Booked a last minute short break at Lifeboat Cottage. Really enjoyed our stay, cottage had everything we needed and was within easy reach of shops, bars and restaurants. Hope to stay for longer next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christine W.

Beautifully clean and stylish cottage, well placed by the beach in Walmer.

Lifeboat Cottage is perfectly situated for enjoying all the fun that the Kent seaside has to offer. My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay there and look forward to coming back soon. Many thanks to Mark for greeting us and making us feel welcome.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Julia M., Arnprior, Ontario, Canada

Home Away From Home

We came here for 2 weeks from Ontario, Canada, for an extended family reunion with family in the UK and from Australia. The cottage is immaculately clean, well designed and has everything you could possibly need to make it an enjoyable stay, and there are so many thoughtful touches. Upon arrival, there was tea, coffee, milk and sugar and a fresh cream cake in the fridge! The beds are very comfortable, and there is lots of wardrobe and drawer space. We were able to make supper for family (5 at a time!) and the kitchen has everything you would need. The location is great - you can see the Lifeboat building from the front bedroom window, and it is within walking distance of shops, seafront and restaurants. The Stag pub is literally almost opposite, and it has a courtyard type garden at the back that the family made use of. Buses run to Canterbury and Dover, and the bus stop is very close to the cottage. It is a ten/fifteen minute walk to the town centre (depending on how fast you walk and whether you go direct, or meander along the seafront). The Zetland pub is a long walk or short drive away, and the food is great. Best fish and chips was Mario's along the Strand. Great Indian food at Namaste, which is on the Dover Road. We loved every minute of our stay and would certainly come back if we ever needed a place to stay in Walmer.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Amanda F.

Beautiful cottage in a great position

We were most impressed with Lifeboat Cottage and had a lovely stay. The cottage is beautifully decorated to a high standard and very well equipped. There are 2 good sized, very comfortable double bedrooms. Location is ideal - very close to the sea front.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Lovely,clean, comfortable cottage

Cottage was tastefully decorated and had everything you could possibly need. It was very clean and cosy; a real home from home. The beds and sofa were comfortable. It was in a good quiet location; close to town and seafront. You could park outside the cottage and the local restaurants and bakery were really great. Mark kept in touch with us and was very helpful. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jayne H.

Very comfortable pretty cottage in fab location

Great stay one street back from beach. Cottage was lovely with everything you could possibly need. Cosy beds with good quality linen and comfortable lounge. A lovely touch was dog treats,bowls and balls for throwing supplied. Easy walking distance to shops and restaurants and pubs. We loved our stay and would recommend Lifeboat Cottage. Excellent fireworks by pier made our New Year. If we are in area again would definitely rebook here. Thankyou Mark and your wife for the lovely cake to welcome us. Just a note to people less able than us that stairs are very steep, no problem for us but maybe not so good for the elderly or people with mobility problems.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis S.

Fantastic

Outstanding. Everything you need, absolutely spotless clean. Will definitely be back again Thank you Mark. Loved the wee cake in the fridge.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Tracey T.

excellent location & accommodation

Clean, beautifully decorated contemporary cottage with on street parking, stones throw from the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017