West Cliff is a stunning, Victorian townhouse, recently renovated to an exceptionally high standard, decorated with bold, bright colours and great attention to detail. Superbly located, the house overlooks the Whitstable golf course with the sea beyond, and is just a short walk to the beach, the harbour and high street. Set over four floors, this impressive building has a wonderful welcoming atmosphere, and a truly family friendly, relaxed appeal. Your four-legged friend is also welcome. The ground floor has a large, and sociable open plan kitchen/dining room, with bifold doors opening up onto the lovely garden, abundant with shrubs and wildflowers. There are two reception rooms, one with a TV and wood burner for cosy evenings, the other one is perfect for some quiet time reading or playing board games. On the lower ground floor is a games room with a table tennis table; a really useful utility room, great for storing wet items after a day at the beach, and in the sea; and a luxurious bathroom with roll tap bath, for a long, leisurely soak. Upstairs on the first and second floors are the four beautifully decorated bedrooms, shower room and separate cloakroom. Outside, there is a patio and long enclosed garden, perfect for relaxing and alfresco dining. Whitstable is a vibrant and buzzing seaside town, full of history and charm with a working harbour and fish market. It has a thriving art scene with lots of galleries showing the work of local artists, a great live music scene in the local pubs and some great cafes and restaurants serving contemporary dishes including of course oysters which made Whitstable famous.
Property Description Ground floor
Front door leads into hallway
Reception Room One
Sitting room with sofa, armchair, Smart TV, wood burner
Reception Room Two
Sitting room with sofa, armchair, books and board games
Kitchen / Dining Room
Kitchen with island unit and bar stools, double oven and induction hob, large fridge, large freezer, Nespresso coffee machine, microwave, dishwasher, dining table with chairs and bench, bifold doors opening out onto the garden
Shower room – with walk-in shower, wc and basin
Lower ground floor
Games room – with table tennis table
Utility room – with washing machine and tumble dryer, hanging space for wet clothes, wetsuits etc
Bathroom – with roll top bath and handheld shower, basin and wc
First floor
Bedroom One - sleeps 2, with Kingsize bed, bedside tables and lamps, double wardrobes
Bedroom Two - sleeps 2, with Double bed, bedside table and lamp, wardrobe, chest of drawers
Shower room with walk-in shower, wc and double basin
Second floor
Bedroom Three - sleeps 2, with Twin beds, bedside table and lamp, chest of drawers
Bedroom Four - sleeps 2, with Twin beds, bedside table and lamp, chest of drawers
Cloakroom – with basin and wc
Garden
An enclosed garden with garden furniture, BBQ
Parking
Free on street parking outside the property and on neighbouring streets.
Pet friendly
Things You Need to Know
Towels and linen are provided Dogs are welcome. Please note additional pet charges are £25 each per stay There is an enclosed garden to the rear with seating Wi-Fi access Central heating throughout Cot and highchair 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.
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Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Whitstable
Located in Whitstable, this holiday home is near the beach. Whitstable and Seasalter Golf Club and Whitstable Harbour are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Whitstable Beach and Tankerton Slopes. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at BMX Track Herne Bay or St. Lawrence Ground.
Whitstable and Seasalter Golf Club - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Whitstable Beach - 2 min drive - 0.4 km
Whitstable Harbour - 4 min drive - 1.4 km
Tankerton Beach - 6 min drive - 2.0 km
Canterbury Cathedral - 22 min drive - 15.2 km
Getting around
Whitstable Station - 12 min walk
London (SEN-Southend) - 112 min drive
Restaurants
Junior’s Cafe and Deli - 7 min walk
The Peter Cushing (Wetherspoon) - 4 min walk
Grain & Hearth - 4 min walk
Samphire - 8 min walk
Royal Naval Reserve - 8 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is West Cliff, Whitstable pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at West Cliff, Whitstable?
As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at West Cliff, Whitstable on 26 July 2026 start from AU$907, 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 West Cliff, Whitstable?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at West Cliff, Whitstable?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at West Cliff, Whitstable?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is West Cliff, Whitstable located?
Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Whitstable Museum and Gallery and Whitstable Beach. Whitstable and Seasalter Golf Club and Playhouse Theatre Whitstable are also within 5 minutes. Whitstable Station is 12 minutes by foot.
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We stayed here with our daughter, her husband and two grandchildren. We had a wonderful time. The spacious house is very well equiped and thought out, the toys and books were a hit with the grandchildren and made life easier.
The house is very well located, near to shops, eateries and the beach. We were sad to leave this beautiful house and all hope to return.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Feb 2026
Hello there, thank you for taking the time to leave your review, we are so glad you had a wonderful time! It's great to hear you were comfortable and had everything you needed for your stay and enjoyed time with your grandchildren. We would love to host you at West Cliff again.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jo B.
23 Sept 2025
A wonderful week in Whitstable
Great location, quiet but very close to town centre and an easy walk to the beach. House was very well equipped, garden was a lovely sun trap, beds were very comfortable, good communal kitchen. We had a thoroughly enjoyable stay as seven adults and a dog, would stay again!
Jo B.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2025
Hello Jo, thank you for your review, we are so glad you had an enjoyable stay and we would love to welcome you back!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
13 Sept 2025
A great stay for 3 generations.
My family and I had a great long weekend at West Cliff.
It was near to the high street and a short walk to the beach.
It was clean and well equipped with a fantastic playroom which our grandson loved.
It was ideal for all 3 generations and we had a great stay.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Pauline p.
7 May 2025
Lovely house in perfect location for Whitstable
Enjoyed being able to leave the car behind for the whole time we were there and walk to the beaches, High Street, shops restaurants and bars. The house was very comfortable and we particularly enjoyed the spacious kitchen with bifold doors overlooking the pretty garden.
Pauline p.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
7 May 2025
An amazing spot
This cottage is perfectly refurbished and kitted out.
A short walk to the main street (great bakery and coffee.) And a swift walk to the beach via the Neptune pub.
We come to whitsable every year and this is the best house we've had yet!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
1 June 2025
Family holiday
Lovely house and perfect for a family of 8 ( plus dog).
One criticism only. We found a wallet left by the previous occupants under a bed and a used nappy. When we reported the wallet outside of the agent’s normal office hours nobody returned our call so we tracked down the owner ourselves.
Otherwise a lovely place.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
7 Feb 2025
Perfect home for a break by the sea with friends
I stayed at West Cliff for a weekend in January with seven friends and it was perfect. The house is stunning, decorated to a high spec, spacious and comfortable. We spent lots of time in the kitchen diner, a wonderful entertaining space and enjoyed cocktails in the front living room in the evenings. The bedrooms are beautiful and extremely comfortable. The house is conveniently situated in a quiet street, minutes away from the high street.
I would highly recommend The Whitstable Oyster Company, Samphire and Porto wine bar, all a short walk away.
I couldn’t fault West Cliff. We loved it so much, we’ve booked again.
We loved your house, it was such a wonderful position in town and no distance from one the greatest cafes near the beach. There was lots of space in the house, the garden was beautiful. Showers and hot water was excellent, lots of activities in the house too and wifi excellent. We lucked out on the weather and the stained glass was gorgeous. There was unfortunately no cafetiere which was a shame as this stopped us having a relaxing early morning coffee in the sunshine waiting for everyone to gather themselves.
Runa H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2024
We're so pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay. We have replaced the cafetiere, and so hopefully when you visit again, you can enjoy this!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
6 Feb 2025
West Cliff is a stunning house
West Cliff is a stunning house - decorated beautifully and very comfortable.
We stayed here for a long weekend in January for my husbands 70th birthday and this house was just perfect. We ate at the Whitstable Oyster company and La Turka and also cooked a Sunday roast in the beautiful kitchen which had every utensil you can imagine available to use.
The 8 of us played board games and cards around the dining table often and we made good use of the ping pong table too. We made so many lovely memories to look back on.
The youngsters also enjoyed a cold dip in the sea and a salt scrub and sauna
The beds were very comfortable and I cant praise the place enough.
It was perfect in every way and I now want a utility and boot room that I cant fit in to my house lol
xxx
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Tatiana L.
2 Apr 2024
Colourful and kids friendly house
We wanted to carry on our routine with the kids the time to empty our house during the last week of school. The house is at good walking distance of Joy Lane Primary school, closes to the shops in town. Westcliff meets our requiments. The kids loved the toys at disposal in the sitting room, the basement with the ping pong table. It was easy to used the washing machines and dryer to travel light. Unfortunately we couldn’t open the windows to renew the air ( opening system was very fragile ) and it was a struggle to find a parking space on this narrow street. Except those 2 points, we will remember forever the choice of the colours on each walls in Westcliff house.
Tatiana L.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Jackie H.
11 July 2024
Lovely house for a short stay
The house appears a little unpromising on arrival, but once inside it reveals a beautifully refurbished, comfortable and spacious house. It suited our family very well, providing for all ages, but especially for the children who enjoyed the garden, the games room and the abundance of books and toys. It was well placed for access to the high street in Whitstable and a short walk for all requirements.
The showering/bathing facilities were ample for 8 of us and featured quality fixtures and fittings. The beds were comfortable and again had high quality bedding. In all, the house felt very homely, the owners obviously had renovated and furnished it very sympathetically and generously.
There were a couple of niggles. The parking was not always easy. On arrival we were not able to park to unload and had to walk quite a way with luggage. I think this is probably a feature of Whitstable in high season and caused by visitors like us! There was no cafetière for coffee at the first breakfast but this was resolved by the agents by the next day. We also had difficulty with the induction hob, which worked on the first day, but not thereafter. We reported this to the agents and were given some advice, but as all of these strategies had already been tried (with the help of Google) we were left exasperated. There are no instruction manuals to refer to. This was also the case with the television which I would have liked to watch on the last evening but without a guide found it impossible to work.