Whitecliff, Birchington on Sea

There is so much to say about this wonderful Grade II house that the space we have will not do it justice, so we strongly recommend you make a booking and see for yourself! It really is the perfect family holiday home and will make memories that will last for years. Whitecliff is one of the very first bungalows built in the UK by architect John Taylor Seddon in the late 19th century. A major feature of the property was the tower so residents could look out to sea. Originally built as second homes for the wealthy Victorians, their selling point was the location, as the medical profession at the time was starting to advise on the healthy benefits of sea air and sea bathing. The Thanet sunsets attracted artists, including the famous Solomon J Solomon RA, who lived at Whitecliff for many years. The current owner secured a number of prints of his artwork including a painting of the artist's family sitting in the Whitecliff drawing room. At the end of the garden hidden below and built into the cliff side is the artist Solomon's studio, currently closed for potential renovation. It can be seen clearly if you take a walk along the sea path below the cliffs and the house between Birchington and Epple Bay. One of his paintings, also displayed in the house, depicts a young girl standing on the roof of the studio gazing out to sea. This spacious house has two large sitting rooms with sea views, both leading to a sunny garden room with sea views, five large bedrooms including the tower bedroom, and four bathrooms. The hub of the house is the kitchen with a large dining table and the perfect space for the entire family to come together at mealtimes. There is also a study with a desk and chair perfect for guests wanting to work away from home. There are fabulous walks directly from the house – turn left and you reach Minnis Bay, with its wide sandy beach, a lovely pub and two cafes, and further on to the historical Reculver Towers, and to the right you reach Westgate on Sea, Margate, Broadstairs and Ramsgate for a wonderful walk embracing stunning sandy beaches, cliff tops, and lovely coastal towns each with their own character. The Viking Coastal Trail seafront cycle path passes the house, offering miles of traffic-free cycling, and cycle hire is available at Minnis Bay.

Property Description
Covered walkway to front door

Ground Floor

Front door into entrance hallway with mosaic floor, sofa and chair

Drawing room

Drawing room with large corner sofa, Smart TV, wood burner, football table, bookcase with books and games, French doors to the garden room

Sitting room

Sitting room with sofas and armchairs, Smart TV, open fireplace, piano, French doors to the garden room

Indoor hallway

Large indoor hallway with chandelier and sofa, with long hallway leading off towards the five bedrooms

Garden room

Lovely sunny garden room overlooking the garden and sea, with rattan dining and lounge furniture, door to the garden

Study

Study with desk and chair

Kitchen / Dining room

Kitchen with large island unit and breakfast bar, double oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, large dining table and ten chairs

Utility room – with washing machine and tumble dryer

Bedroom - sleeps 2, Kingsize bed, bedside tables and lamps, dressing table, wardrobe, ensuite bathroom with bath with overhead shower, wc and basin

Bedroom - sleeps 2, Kingsize bed, bedside tables and lamps, dressing table, wardrobe

Bathroom - Jack & Jill bathroom leading from the bedroom or from the main hallway

Bedroom - sleeps 2, Twin beds (or a SuperKingsize bed on request), bedsides table and lamps, wardrobe, chest of drawers

Bedroom - sleeps 2, Twin beds (or a SuperKingsize bed on request), bedsides table and lamps, wardrobe, chest of drawers

Shower room – with shower cubicle, wc and basin

Shower room – with shower cubicle, wc and basin

First floor – stairs leading up to the tower room

Bedroom - sleeps 2, Kingsize bed, bedside tables and lamps, chest of drawers, wardrobe, electric wood burner, sea views

Garden

A large garden leading to the cliff top (fenced off for safety) with fabulous sea views. Dining tables and chairs for alfresco eating, and a separate sheltered sitting area close to the house, overlooking the garden and sea, perfect for getting fresh sea air even on rainy or windy days.

Parking

Allocated parking spaces for two cars. Free on-street parking in Spenser Road.

Pet friendly

Things You Need to Know

Whitecliff is located on the cliff top overlooking the sea
Children must be supervised at all times in the garden and must not climb over the garden fence at the end of the garden
Towels and linen are provided
Wi-Fi access
Central heating
Cot and highchair available
Pets are charged at £25 per pet per stay

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.