In the heart of Broadstairs, just a stone's throw from golden Viking Bay, Michaelmas Cottage is a beautiful double-fronted Edwardian home. From the moment you step inside, you will instantly feel right at home. Light-filled rooms with tall ceilings have been tastefully decorated in soft coastal tones of blues, greys and greens whilst retaining many original features and charm. The cottage sleeps six comfortably and offers everything you will need for a relaxing and fun-filled family holiday. Two modern bathrooms mean no queues when it's time to get ready and there's plenty of space for the whole family to unwind, whether you're playing board games or watching a movie on one of the Smart TVs. Wake up to beautiful sea views while sipping on morning coffee and enjoy slow suppers and laughter-filled evenings with loved ones. The flint-walled garden is a little sanctuary of its own, completely private and perfect for quiet afternoons reading a book or evening drinks after a day exploring, all in the shadow of the Victorian church next door. It is a real suntrap surrounded by trees and greenery. With the beach just 30 seconds away, and independent shops, cafés, bars and even a vintage cinema on your doorstep, there’s no need to get in the car once you've arrived. Whether you are here for bracing winter walks, rock-pooling with the kids or simply enjoying fish and chips on the sand, Michaelmas Cottage is the perfect base for your next family adventure.
Property Description
Entrance
Enter into the hallway
Ground Floor
Sitting room
Sitting room with two sofas, coffee table, lamps, Smart TV, board games, books and puzzles. There is a feature fireplace (not in use) with an electric stove providing an abundance of heat and ambience.
Kitchen / Dining Room
Open kitchen/dining room with oven, electric hob, free standing fridge/freezer, microwave, toaster, kettle, air fryer, sandwich toaster, washing machine and French doors to the garden. Dining table with 6 chairs.
Tea, coffee, oils are provided.
Courtyard garden
A real suntrap of a garden. There is a dining table with six rattan chairs for guests to enjoy eating an al fresco meal. The addition of a sofa, two tub chairs plus a coffee table, sun umbrella and outdoor rugs offers guests a chance to enjoy a relaxed morning coffee or an aperitif and BBQ in the late evening sun. Solar lighting ensures it’s also very pretty at night. Guests are welcome to make use of the beach equipment housed in the shed which includes chairs, picnic blanket, cool box, buckets and spades.
Shower room – with large walk in power shower, basin and wc. A tumble drier, pegs, washing basket, iron and ironing board are provided for your convenience. Under stairs storage for luggage plus hoover and broom should you wish to use them during your stay.
Carpeted stairs with bannister lead to;
First floor
Bedroom One - Sleeps 2 - At the East facing front of the house, sit up in bed and savour the sea view welcoming you each morning. There’s a double bed, two bedside tables, feature fireplace, wardrobe, chest of drawers and chair.
Bedroom Two - Sleeps 2 - Also at the front, there are twin beds either side of a matching feature fireplace, a bedside table, chest of drawers and plenty of hooks to hang up clothes.
Bedroom Three - Sleeps 2 - At the rear of the house overlooking the garden, vicarage and church this sunny room comprises of a double bed, two bedside tables, built-in wardrobe, chest of drawers and chair.
Upstairs Lounge - this double height room is a lovely place to sit and enjoy the afternoon sun. Overlooking the garden, there’s a large L-shaped sofa to curl up and enjoy browsing plenty of books or watch the Smart TV.
Main Bathroom
In between the two front bedrooms is the fully tiled bathroom comprising a shower over the bath with screen, a WC and sink. There’s a large, heated towel rail.
Parking
Due to its central location, like most houses in central Broadstairs, there isn't off-street parking at the house. However, there is a car park a couple of minutes away and free on-street parking (subject to availability). Once you have unloaded and parked you will not need your car again though!
Things You Need to Know
Towels and linen are provided.
There are beach chairs, cool bag, picnic rug and bucket & spades available.
There is an enclosed courtyard garden to the rear with seating.
There are three original fireplaces in the house, unfortunately they are not useable and are purely decorative.
Wi-Fi access throughout.
Central heating throughout.
One travel cot and high chair available on request.
The windows upstairs do not have child safety locks on, but you can keep them locked with the key. We would advise keeping these locked with children/infants or use at your own risk.
Sorry, no dogs allowed.
The beach, pubs, restaurant and shops are just 200m from the house.
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.
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.
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. Smoking or vaping is not permitted inside or outside the property at any time. Please no charging of vapes or e-scooters.
Please be respectful to neighbours. Quiet hours are between 11pm and 9am.
Parties and loud music are not permitted.
Hen and stag groups are not allowed.
Local Information
Broadstairs is brim-full of nostalgic, old-world, seaside charm. Sandy bays meet surf schools. Fishermen's cottages meet Charles Dickens connections. Retro ice-cream parlours meet chic shops. Relaxed and unspoilt, this is the perfect place for chilled out, family-friendly fun. Broadstairs boasts an impressive seven sand-filled beaches and bays. Head to Joss Bay to learn to surf, or rural Botany Bay to saunter amid towering chalk stacks. At the town's main beautiful beach, Viking Bay, discover children's rides, beach huts, surfing, a harbour and cliff-top promenade. The town has a wealth of inviting cafes, restaurants and bars - two 1950's ice-cream parlours Morelli's and Chiappini's provide flavourful scoops of nostalgia. In the High Street, historic red-brick and flint-fronted buildings are dotted between a rich stock of independent shops and galleries.
Nearby is Margate with Dreamland, the revitalised Old Town, the Shell Grotto and the Turner Contemporary gallery. In the other direction is Ramsgate with its Royal Harbour - take out a boat for seal watching or sea fishing, or just to watch the boats from its many cafes and bars. For golf enthusiasts, there is the North Foreland golf course in Broadstairs and Royal St Georges golf course in Sandwich. Historic Canterbury is only a 30-minute drive or train ride away, with its spectacular cathedral, historic city walls, shops and restaurants. Or step back in time at one of our nearby castles - Dover, Deal, Walmer, Leeds and Rochester Castles are all easily reached by car or rail in under an hour.
