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Beach Retreat - the perfect seaside escape.

Family-friendly chalet in Whitstable

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Outdoor dining
Property grounds
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Escape to Beach Retreat, a chalet-style haven offering soothing seaside and countryside views. Unwind on the raised decking, stroll along the beach to bustling Whitstable or explore nearby Oare Marshes Reserve.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire chalet

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3215 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beach Retreat - the perfect seaside escape.

Family-friendly chalet in Whitstable
This smoke-free chalet features a garden and barbecues.
Guest accommodation at this chalet offers fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation is furnished with dining tables and kitchen islands. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 215 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Please keep music and other noise to a minimum to avoid disturbing others enjoying this peaceful place.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Cot or child's airbed available on request.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Please contact me to discuss. 12 people max.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: Please contact me to discuss. 12 people max.
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Beach Retreat the Perfect Seaside Escape
Beach Retreat the perfect seaside escape.
Beach Retreat - the perfect seaside escape. Whitstable

About the area

Map
Seasalter, England

What's nearby

  • Whitstable Beach - 8 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Whitstable Harbour - 9 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Whitstable Castle and Gardens - 9 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Tankerton Beach - 9 min drive - 5.5 km
  • University of Kent - 18 min drive - 17.7 km

Getting around

  • Whitstable Station - 7 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Two Brewers - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Junior’s Cafe and Deli - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Old Neptune - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Peter Cushing (Wetherspoon) - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beach Retreat - the perfect seaside escape. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beach Retreat - the perfect seaside escape.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beach Retreat - the perfect seaside escape.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beach Retreat - the perfect seaside escape. located?

This family-friendly Whitstable chalet is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Whitstable Beach, Whitstable Museum and Gallery and MFA Bowl Whitstable. Whitstable and Seasalter Golf Club and Playhouse Theatre Whitstable are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

Beach Retreat - the perfect seaside escape. Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 108 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jenny C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway with everything you might need. Beautiful views and easy to take a dip at high tide. We hope to be back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely weekend break with a sea view

Lovely bolt hole by the sea . We enjoyed sitting on the deck and walking into Whitable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short

Great location but short trip due to sickness
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Retreat

Fabulous, peaceful location. Everything in the accommodation was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
What a fabulous beachfront cottage! We were there for a week and enjoyed every minute. To watch the sun rise at one end of the horizon and set at the other with an uninterrupted view is truly superb.The cottage is well equipped and in an excellent location. Whitstable is only a 5 minutes drive. If you want to eat at the nearby Sportsmans restaurant, book well in advance though as it is Michelin starred and very popular with the DFL!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A little gem on the south coast

The beach retreat is wonderful. It was very clean and cosy, everything you could want was there. The view is outstanding whether you are outside watching/listening to the sea or watching the sunset or snugged up indoors with a cuppa. It was so relaxing - thank you Malinda for sharing your little gem, I hope to return soon x
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Les Sells S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect seaside retreat

Lovely house right on seashore. Photos do not do it justice. Well equipped and very clean. The double doors and sofa are perfectly placed for watching the sea and sky on chillier evenings. Lovely relaxing week, with the tide kind enough for a morning swim.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

TINA B.

This place certainly has the "WOW" factor!

What a diamond in the sand! As soon as we arrived, we couldn't believe our luck in finding this place! Even better than the pictures! Melinda was so lovely, friendly and helpful throughout the booking process and our stay, she kindly accommodated myself, my daughter and my 10 year old grandson, happy for us to bring our own airbed and bedding for him. The beach retreat was spotlessly clean and so warm and welcoming (even in the cold weather of a February half term). It was extremely well equipped, we found everything we could possibly need, even an oyster knife and especially binoculars! My grandson had them out every morning, watching the local shell fish collections and admiring the distant ship wreck! We didn't have a lot of spare cash and we didn't need it! Good old fashioned outdoor fun filled our days! We collected shells/stones and driftwood for the fire pit, ate bbq's as the sun set and revelled at the amazing ever changing views over breakfast! We flew kites on the beach and went crabbing off the pier at Whitstable harbour (we broke the current record by catching 11 crabs in one day which delighted my grandson!). The harbour is well worth a visit, it's pretty and quaint with not a slot machine in sight! The fresh shellfish are gorgeous especially the huge native oysters served with a smile and plenty of info at The Forge. They even cleaned out the shells so my grandson could take them home! When we were cold and tired we retreated to our cosy home from home and played board games with a view and hot chocolate, surrounded by pretty mood lighting! All in all, a wonderful restful/peaceful/private and stress free break was had by all three generations (my grandson didn't even bother to charge his phone or tablet!). We all desperately want to return and i am someone who has never returned to the same place twice, preferring to try new places, but this will be my exception! There is so much more to see and do in the area. Thank you again Melinda!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

suebrymer

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

7 days of bliss

We stayed 7 days, and I swam 6 of those days. The other day we rode our bikes almost to Reculver Bay and so had no energy for a swim! Beach Retreat is the most beautiful chalet and we loved every minute, especially the twice daily visit from the sea as it tapped the bottom of the gorgeous wild sea garden. We walked both directions on the beach, as well as the marshes across the road. We ate most meals on the deck - at least breakfast and dinner - and seeing both sunrise and sunset from that deck was pretty special. We had a very hot week and definitely made the most of it. Special thanks to Melinda for making our holiday one not to be forgotten!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable and relaxing overlooking a huge seascape.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

A lovely 2 nights in the perfect little beach side home. Was a little warm with no fans etc but can’t complain when you have the doors open to a beautiful beach. Neighbours were super friendly area was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Breathtaking view

We had a wonderful stay in Beach Retreat - the perfect escape from London life and truly memorable experience. The house was cosy and the view amazing. We loved sitting out on the decking and even had a swim in the sea at the end of the garden! Thank you Melinda for being very accommodating with our children and allowing us to check in early.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical chalet

Our 2nd stay here. Wonderful location, very lovely chalet and the perfect escape. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A beautiful bungalow right by the seafront with stunning views over the sea to watch the birds and nature go by. The bungalow has everything you need to spend a relaxing stay. It was the right size for my partner and I and our 11 yo son. Melinda was very responsive and accommodating. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach retreat

Excellent accommodation. Ideal setting by the sea especially being a bird watcher
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heaven!

Just the perfect little beach getaway, we loved everything about the house and can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic chalet in beautiful Seasalter

This tasteful and well appointed chalet with great facilities is very close to the seafront, which you reach through a nice back garden. Swimming here was great as the shelf is quite steep so you get a good amount of time either side of high tide. The place itself is a pleasure to stay in and we can't wait to come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely seaside chalet

Great views both sides of this very comfortable chalet home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical

From the moment we arrived we knew we would be booking again in the near future. From the beautiful, cosy chalet to a location to die for (sand, sea and endless sky to the front and a nature reserve behind) it was everything we wished for.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach retreat

Great accommodation on the seafront. Quiet, peaceful place to relax and enjoy the sea. Whitstable a five minute drive away .
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place

Such a wonderful place to stay and unwind from the world. Such stunning views and the most relaxing cosy lodge. I can’t wait to return Sarah x
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning property and location

Stayed a week in this lovely property. We were transfixed by the sea view and enjoyed walking along the beach at the end of the garden. The owner could not have been more helpful before our visit.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

DAWN M., Hennock, Devon. UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A real beach retrear

Lovely beach hut. Much more spacious than it looks in the photos. Very well equipped, extremely comfortable bed. And best of all the view is fantastic. We could sit there for hours just watching the water and the boats. Very relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neil E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach retreat

Amazing place, superbly clean with everything we needed. Outstanding view, we will definitely be booking again. Host was really friendly and info we required was supplied.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Seasalter

Perfect - quiet - comfy - clean - amazing sunsets and plenty to do in Whitstable which is walkable for walkers along the beach- took 45 mins. We shared with our 10 year old granddaughter- she loved her little room and the beach. Warning you will gain weight in Whitstable - amazing food everywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023