Captains Cottage, a delightful, bright & airy, period property located just a few minutes from the b
Welcome to Captain’s Cottage, this bright & airy property has 3 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 reception rooms & a large kitchen/dining room. There is a pretty enclosed garden with casual seating. When you enter through the front door of Captain’s Cottage, you’ll be in no doubt that you are close to the sea as you explore the house & note the crisp blue & white coastal décor, stripped floorboards & interesting coastal finds carefully arranged in this lovely home.
The attractive, 2 storey property is located on Gilford Road, which is just a stone’s throw from Deal Castle, the famous seafront & all local amenities. Captain’s Cottage would suit couples, families or a small group of friends. There are 2 reception rooms, a large kitchen with an attractive dining area & a large, modern log burning fire, perfect for chilly nights!
The second reception room/study, benefits from a sofa bed which is large enough for an adult or 2 children. There are 2 bathrooms one located on the ground floor & 3 immaculately presented double bedrooms, all on the first floor.
Parking is limited on Gilford Road, however due to the central location, once you have arrived & unloaded your vehicle, you can park in one of the nearby streets for free & hopefully not need to use your car during your stay. The property is a short walk from Deal train station. Entrance Direct access from Gilford Road where two steps lead you through the front door & into the long hallway with wooden stripped floorboards & clean white décor.
Main Reception Room To your right is the first of two receptions rooms. The cosy, front facing room has a huge & very comfortable modular sofa, smart TV, attractive lighting & occasional table. There is an original fireplace which has been fitted with a gas fire.
Rear Reception Room The second reception room / study is along the corridor to your right & has a view of the pretty garden. This room also has a useful workspace desk, sofa bed, extra seating & a large original fireplace. * Please note, at present the open fireplace is not in use.
Kitchen /Dining Room The bright & freshly decorated large kitchen/diner is arranged over the rear of the ground floor with direct access to the garden from two separate doorways. The stylish circular dining table comfortably seats 6 people, the well-equipped kitchen is large enough for the ‘chef’ in the group to prepare meals in comfort whilst the rest of the party sit & chat. There is a cooker, microwave, fridge freezer & dishwasher. There are both built in & fitted kitchen cupboards with an array of china, glassware & cooking equipment to ensure you have everything you require during your stay.
Ground Floor Bathroom & Utility Area The first of the 2 bathrooms is located on this floor & has a walk-in shower cubicle with electric shower, handbasin & WC. There is a separate small utility area with washing machine & tumble drier. Access to the garden is possible from here, as well as from the dining area.
First Floor Sisal carpeted stairs lead you to the first floor where to the rear are 2 double bedrooms with double beds, attractive décor, TV & generous storage.
Rear Facing Bedrooms The two rear bedrooms have double beds, TV, generous storage & both benefit from stunning views of an area of unspoilt ‘meadow’, owned by English Heritage. There are also tantalising glimpses of the sea from both of these tastefully decorated, bright bedrooms.
Master Bathroom & WC The master bathroom is located in the centre of the first floor & has a built-in bath, separate shower cubicle with an electric shower & handbasin. The separate WC is next-door.
Master Bedroom The third & final bedroom is located via a few stairs & has a street view. This is the largest of the 3 bedrooms & has a double bed, ample storage & TV.
Rear Garden The pretty enclosed garden has been thoughtfully planted with an array of white flowering plants & evergreens. There is a paved area with a fresh, white, casual table & chairs perfect to sit & have a morning coffee or perhaps a sundowner or a BBQ!
*Please note the garden building is not for guests use.
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About the area
Deal
Located in Deal, this apartment is near the beach. While the natural beauty of White Cliffs of Dover and Margate Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal.
Sandwich Bay Bird Observatory Trust and The Pines Garden are also worth visiting.
Is Captains Cottage, a delightful, bright & airy, period property located just a few minutes from the b pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Captains Cottage, a delightful, bright & airy, period property located just a few minutes from the b?
As of 4 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Captains Cottage, a delightful, bright & airy, period property located just a few minutes from the b on 29 Apr 2026 start from AU$331, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Captains Cottage, a delightful, bright & airy, period property located just a few minutes from the b?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Captains Cottage, a delightful, bright & airy, period property located just a few minutes from the b?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Captains Cottage, a delightful, bright & airy, period property located just a few minutes from the b?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Captains Cottage, a delightful, bright & airy, period property located just a few minutes from the b located?
Situated near the beach, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Deal Castle and Deal Beach. Deal Pier and Astor Theatre are also within 10 minutes. Deal Station is 6 minutes by foot and Walmer Station is 29 minutes.
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very comfortable accommodation and plenty of space.
Pete
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site
8/10 Good
kate h.
1 July 2025
Spacious holiday home
Captain’s cottage is ideally located for the beach and enjoying Deal shops. The house has 3 spacious bedrooms with the luxury of 2 bathrooms. The kitchen is a good size, fully equipped and with access to the small paved garden. Plenty of living space.
kate h.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
28 Aug 2025
Ideal base for a family holiday
We had a wonderful three-week stay at Captain's Cottage. The location is perfect - especially for young families or older visitors - with the beach, the castle, the playground, the amenities at Roman Landings and the large supermarkets all on the doorstep. The bedrooms are all generously sized and with two bathrooms and two WCs, it's easy to have some privacy. The property itself is in need of some TLC, but with young children, friends and family all visiting us, it suited us that way. The team at Keeper's Cottages were quick to respond to issues and were always helpful and polite. Thank you for a great stay.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Helen P.
21 Sept 2024
Short stay in Deal
We had a great stay in the Captain's Cottage. Very roomy and reasonably priced. Comfortable beds and good showers. Conveniently located for town and sea front. Definitely worth staying there.
Helen P.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
15 May 2024
Fab family get together at Captains Cottage - loved it!
Great visit in a lovely little seaside town. Super comfy with everything we could possibly need - thanks so much. We be using Keepers Cottages again!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Joanna W.
20 July 2023
Lovely home away from home
We had a lovely long weekend at The Captains Cottage. The location is good for both Deal and Walmer. The house was spotlessly clean and very well equipped. Wifi good enough to do some work zoom meetings while there.
Joanna W.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Janet C.
18 July 2024
Comfortable and convenient
Captain's Cottage provided us with the perfect place to stay. It is roomy and comfortable with tasteful decorative details. It is well equipped, especially in the kitchen. The accommodation is roomy and attractive. We love Deal and Captain's Cottage is a great place to stay for access to the beach, the town and local attractions.
Great cottage, very clean and comfortable with lots of nice touches. Well equipped kitchen. Short walk to the beach, with lovely independent shops. Would definitely return
Roberta D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Philip A.
4 Nov 2024
comfortable and stylish house.close to the centre of Deal
This is a good sized house with three bedrooms. It is stylishly decorated and comfortable and well equipped (though we couldn't find any baking tray). It is very handy for the centre of Deal. But it is quite a busy road and we were lucky to be able to park in the street, though there is also parking in nearby streets. We had a very enjoyable time here and felt we got very good value for money.
Very nice house, good position for everything…5 mins from sea, 5 mins from town,shops, cafes and bars. Loved it
Lynn M.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Feb 2024
We're so pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
bernadette c.
12 July 2024
Wow! So many fascinating books and maps to enjoy.
Captain's Cottage is definitely the best equipped and most comfortable cottage we have stayed in and once you have learned to negotiate the nearby road system, an easy walk to the promenade and beach. Had two of the best meals ever at The Rose and Frog & Scot - delightful atmosphere in both places and excellent staff. Deal is a thriving, pretty town and well worth at least a morning wandering around. Showers are powerful and easy to operate. What more can I say! We will be back! Lady Bee, Oxon
June 2024
bernadette c.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
31 May 2025
Did not live up to the description - needs a bit of TLC
The positives - Captain's cottage is well located near to the seafront and the town centre, a good location for guests using public transport. There is a good amount of space and the kitchen is well equipped. The wi-fi was good, once we had found the router with the details. Keepers Cottage were very helpul and quick to send out a handyman to oil the stiff locks (including one which almost left me stuck in the downstairs loo on the first night), and to replace several faulty bulbs. The down side - quite few things didn't work, the furniture is an odd mixture of old and new, lots of the cupboards are full of old stuff (eg the older fitted cupboards in the kitchen which smelt musty, leaving nowhere to store our food). There seemed to be something wrong with the wiring as the landing light failed again soon after the bulb was replaced - then we realised why someone had left a standard lamp on the landing. The BT TV box and remote didn't work (too many dead buttons on the remote and missing an internet connection). The guest information booklet needs updating to include information about things like wi-fi SSID and password, bin days and recycling, and about parking - it says you can park outside, but the road is now in a controlled zone and there is no parking permit in the house. It also says the fires escape route is via the side alley, but the street door is locked and there is no key in the house.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 June 2025
Hello, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are glad we were able to help you with the locks and thank you for letting us know about the lights, we have organised this fix. Thank you for your really useful feedback regarding the guest booklet, cupboards and remote, we have noted these. Thank you again and we hope to host you soon.
Es war super schön, es hat einfach alles gepasst. Sehr hübsches Haus und sehr schöne Kleinstadt, wir kommen wieder!
Stefanie K.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
8 Jan 2023
A happy Christmas time in Deal
Our stay was comfortable and most satisfactory for a celebration with family nearby. Clean and well equipped; an amazing wide-ranging library kept us dipping into books all week. The woodburner was enjoyed too - more fuel please. Excellent showers, grab bars for oldies so helpful.
Deal is fab! Christmas market, individual owner shops, brunch at the pier cafe.
Permit parking road does give visitors a challenge - cannot dodge that.
But it was very good overall.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ann C.
30 Sept 2022
Tasteful well equipped house
This is second time 3 friends and I have have stayed at the Captains Cottage. The house is spacious and comfortable with excellent facilities.
It is located just behind Deal castle so very close to the sea. The only downside is that the surrounding properties are rather run down. This does not negatively impact on the fact that this is a lovely house to stay in. The fact that we chose to return says it all.
Ann C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Allan W.
4 July 2022
Fantastic time
On arrival and entry into Captains Cottage the entire family fell in love with the property. The rear bedroom gave an excellent view of a field when young fox cubs could be seen playing. The town is only a short walk away as is the beach. The Blue Mermaid sells the most fanatastic Cod fish andf chips (in the top 10 UK). Broadstairs is only a quarter of an hours drive and has an amazing beach. The family didn´t want to leave they enjoyed the holiday so much. The kettle in the kitchen was so impressive I bought one.
Allan W.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
George W.
18 May 2022
LACK OF ATTENTION TO REAR GARDEN, WHICH WAS DECEPTIVE ADVERTISING.
THE GARDEN WAS NOT AS SHOWN IN THE DETAILS, IT WAS VERY OVER GROWN. THE TRELLIS ON THE WALL WAS FALLING DOWN AND THE CLIMBERS WERE SO TANGLED, THE POTS WERE WEEDY AND THE PLANTS DEAD. WE HAD TO BORROW SOME LOPPERS FROM A NEIGHBOUR SO THAT WE COULD CLEAR A SPACE FOR THE TABLE.
WE WERE TOLD WE COULD ACCESS THE ALLEYWAY FOR THE RUBBISH BUT THE GATE WAS LOCKED AND THERE NO
KEY. WE LEFT THE RUBBISH OUTSIDE THE FRENCH WINDOWS IN THE WRONG BAGS AS THERE WERE NO BLACK
SACKS ETE. KEEPERS COTTAGES SHOULD CHECK THE COTTAGES REGULARLY AND ALSO UPDATE THE DETAILS.
George W.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
15 May 2022
A peaceful holiday
A beautiful house with lots of space and tastefully decorated.
The town of Deal is very friendly with lots of good cafes and restaurants
The walks along the pebbled beach were wonderful and Walmer castle well worth visiting.
Only suggestion would be to provide a better welcome pack.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lynne C.
22 Oct 2021
Comfortable
We really enjoyed our stay at Captain’s Cottage The location is ideal, being close to the sea and town centre Whilst there is no parking outside the cottage (residents only for periods over 2 hrs), there is parking along from the castle so it wasn’t a problem. The cottage itself is lovely - lots of space and well equipped. The beds are very comfortable and the showers are good too. Camilla and the team provided all necessary information and answered any queries promptly. Highly recommended.
Lynne C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ingrid M.
24 July 2021
A home from home in beautiful Deal
We loved staying in Captain's Cottage, Deal. The house was very well equipped, clean and tidy - and it felt really homely. We stayed with our children and Camilla and the team provided excellent instructions and information on the local area. Parking was a bit of a juggle as the road has restricted parking, but it certainly didn't spoil the holiday - just worth noting if you need car access close by.
I would definitely recommend using Keepers Cottages and hope to be paying another visit to this lovely part of the world.
Ingrid M.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Francine B.
1 July 2021
Lovely house with lots of books
This is a charming house with a seaside decor. It is well equipped and the beds are very comfortable. The house was spotless when we arrived. Kudos to the cleaning team. We particularly enjoyed the eclectic array of books and maps. Parking is a bit tricky but not impossible to get a spot in the street. The beach is close by across an admittedly busy road. You can walk to the main High Street in 5 minutes. We will definitely return.
Francine B.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Victoria H.
17 June 2021
Captains cottage
We enjoyed a very sunny week in Captain’s cottage. Nice bright house with a well equipped kitchen. Very close to the beach, castle & shops.
Victoria H.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Matthew R.
14 May 2021
A lovely stay in a great home from home
We loved being able to walk to the beach, and cycle along the promenade. We enjoyed ice creams, bikes, the pier among other things! The check in and out were simple and Keepers responded promptly to queries. Thanks so much!
Matthew R.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sipke V.
20 Apr 2021
great place in a great location!
We had a really nice week in a nice and clean place. Communication with Keepers Cottages was really good. Will use them again!
The house was lovely, very clean and much more spacious than it appeared from the outside. Three lovely airy double bedrooms, two bathrooms and plenty of room downstairs for socialising. We also found an excellent stash of board games!