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Iconic Town House | The Old Fire Station | Parking

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A brick building with a mural of a cat and a monkey.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a bed with a yellow throw, a fireplace, a bookshelf, and a colorful abstract painting.
A hotel room with a bed, a dresser, a television, a mirror, and a door leading to a bathroom.
Dining Area With Seating For 6 Guests
An outdoor dining area with a table set for four, surrounded by lush greenery and a white brick wall.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Barbecue
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Canterbury Cathedral
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Canterbury, Kent
  • Place, Westgate Gardens
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Kent
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Canterbury Cathedral
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (SEN-Southend)
    ‪117 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

King Bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master King Bedroom With Ensuite Shower Room

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Dining area

About this property

Iconic Town House | The Old Fire Station | Parking

A former Victorian Fire Station oozing with character and charm featuring 2 King Size bedrooms, en-suite shower room and private bathroom.

A large room with comfortable double sofa bed , dining room seating 6 are also provided along with a fully fitted kitchen and free secure parking.

There is a flat screen TV in all rooms.

The Art House is an Iconic townhouse (arranged over three floors) formally known as Canterburys Old Fire Station!

Perfect for weekend escapes, couples retreats, long stays and families attending graduations.

Short walk to city centre

Highly rated holiday home

Free allocated parking space

Located on the best side of town

Suitable for up to 7 guests + baby

8 minute walk to west train station

Charming townhouse full of character

Cereal, tea, coffee & pano chocolates

Unwind: smart tv & fast wifi

Work: space for remote working

Sleep: comfortable king bedrooms

Cook: kitchen with many appliances

Stay organised: wardrobe & storage units

Refresh: stylish bathroom & suite

No pets

No parties

No smoking

Self check in is available from 3pm, and check out is 10am.

Please contact me if you would like to arrange an early check in or late check out and I will try to accommodate your request, although unable to guarantee.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Latest check-in time: 23:30

Important information

You need to know

Property # 12030012
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

About the area

Canterbury

Located in Canterbury, this villa is in the city centre. Rupert Bear Museum and Sidney Cooper Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Solly's Orchard and Dane John Gardens. Travelling with kids? Consider Lady Wootton's Green and Howletts Wild Animal Park. Jet skiing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain biking nearby.
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Canterbury, Kent

What's nearby

  • Westgate Gardens - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • University of Kent - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Marlowe Theatre - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Canterbury Cathedral - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Canterbury Christ Church University - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Canterbury West Station - 8 min walk
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The West Gate Inn (Wetherspoon) - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Old Weavers House - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cafe des Amis du Mexique - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Black Griffin - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Curzon Canterbury - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Iconic Town House | The Old Fire Station | Parking pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Iconic Town House | The Old Fire Station | Parking?

As of 6 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Iconic Town House | The Old Fire Station | Parking on 15 Nov 2026 start from AU$476, 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 Iconic Town House | The Old Fire Station | Parking?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Iconic Town House | The Old Fire Station | Parking?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Iconic Town House | The Old Fire Station | Parking?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Iconic Town House | The Old Fire Station | Parking located?

Located in the centre of Canterbury, this family-friendly villa is within a 15-minute walk of St. Dunstan's Church and Canterbury Cathedral. Westgate Gardens and Sidney Cooper Gallery are also within 10 minutes. Canterbury West Station is 8 minutes by foot and Canterbury East Station is 18 minutes.

About the host

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Hello! I'm Tom - Proud owner of The Old Fire Station & Canterbury Stays - the city's leading provider of luxury short stay accommodation. For reduced rates, feel free to contact me info(at)canterburystays(dot)co(dot)uk My dedication to exceptional hospitality has placed my listings within the top 1-5% on the platform - a reflection of my commitment to guest satisfaction! Weekend escapes, long stays, graduations, contractors, hen parties and celebrations - let me take care of that for you.

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