Guests say
Samphire Cottage in Deal is a charming, characterful property praised for its excellent location near the beach and town centre. Guests consistently highlight its cleanliness, well-equipped kitchen, and comfortable, homely atmosphere. The cottage is spacious, ideal for families and groups, and features thoughtful touches such as games and local information. While the quirky, steep staircases are noted, they are typical of historic properties in the area. The owner is frequently described as helpful and responsive, making for a welcoming stay. Overall, guests highly recommend Samphire for a relaxing and memorable holiday in Deal.
Cleanliness is frequently praised, with multiple guests describing the property as 'beautifully clean', 'very clean', and 'well maintained'. No significant negative comments were made regarding cleanliness.
The location is a standout feature, with guests repeatedly mentioning its proximity to the beach, High Street, shops, and restaurants. The cottage is described as ideally situated for exploring Deal and the surrounding area.
Guests find the cottage warm, comfortable, and homely, with spacious rooms and comfortable beds. The property suits families and groups well, though the steep staircases are noted as a consideration for those with mobility issues.
Facilities are highly rated, with guests appreciating the well-equipped kitchen, games, DVDs, and thoughtful extras like a slow cooker. The cottage is described as having everything needed for a self-catering stay, and maintenance is consistently praised.
Many guests mention the owner's helpfulness, provision of local information, and thoughtful touches such as games and, in some cases, a Christmas tree. While some guests received gifts or extras, these are not guaranteed for all stays.
About this property
A lovely Grade II listed terraced fisherman's cottage quietly tucked away in the heart of the conservation area built during the 1790s in the historic Kent town of Deal. Just a stone's throw from the beach, this cottage has been thoughtfully and lovingly renovated and is perfect for families and friends looking to enjoy a traditional seaside holiday and to explore the coastline and castles that this part of Kent is famous for. This cottage is full of character and retains many original features including deep sash windows, extensive wood panelling, original bedroom doors and an inglenook fireplace. The modern, fitted kitchen is well-equipped for you to prepare delicious meals that can be enjoyed in the adjoining conservatory, giving an alfresco feel to all meals.
Two sitting rooms give plenty of space and an escape for those who just fancy a quiet evening in with a good book. Spiral stairs lead up to three attractive bedrooms spread over the two upper floors along with a family bathroom on the first level. Enjoy a meal in the courtyard garden, a superb sun trap, and settle down for a taste of the sea. Fresh fish is sold daily along the harbour as the fishing boats bring in their catch, and with the beach just a couple of minutes walk away, you are perfectly located to enjoy all of the delights of the town.
The shops, tea rooms and inns are all on the doorstep along with a weekly market and of course, the remains of the stunning Deal Castle which gives a fascinating insight into the history of the area. Whether it is a quiet beach holiday that you are after or a touring base to discover this magical part of Kent, this cottage is an ideal holiday choice all year round.
The Georgian coastal town of Deal offers two castles, two small museums and two weekly markets, as well as a shops, pubs and restaurants. There are two golf courses, the Royal Cinque Ports and Kingsdown within an easy distance, plus Dover and Canterbury are within driving distance.
Accommodation
Over four floors.
Three bedrooms: 1 x super-king size double, 1 x second floor double (access from one side only), 1 x second floor twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Basin and WC.
Kitchen with breakfast bar (seats 2 adults).
Sitting room.
Lower ground floor sitting room with two single sofa beds (this has a low ceiling).
Conservatory with dining area (seats 5 adults).
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridges, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, 2 x Smart TVs with Freeview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Free roadside parking 3 mins walk.
Enclosed courtyard garden with furniture and secure entrance gate.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking or vaping.
Shop, pub and beach 2 mins walk.
Note: Due to age and period of cottage, ceilings can be low, floors uneven and both stairways are spiral and steep, not suitable for less mobile guests.
Owner only accepts Friday check in days unless agreed by prior arrangement.
Nearby points of interest
- Deal Castle
- Walmer Castle and Gardens
- Dover Castle
- The White Cliffs Of Dover
- Dover Beach
- Viking Bay
- Margate Beach
- Dover Transport Museum
- Dover Museum and Bronze Age Boat Gallery
- Hornby Hobbies Visitor Centre
Reviews (70)
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Uta
We simply loved our stay at Samphire House. From breakfast in the conservatory to relaxing nights in the comfortable beds everything was perfect. We also enjoyed the closeness to the sea, we could explore the area on long walks and hardly ever had to use the car. Should we ever go to Deal again we will certainly stay at Samphire House.
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Rowland
Close to the sea, shops, pubs and restaurants. The conservatory was a bonus and if it had been warmer the sheltered courtyard space would have been a great asset and was still nice to look out on.
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James
Lovely characterful cottage, great outside space and whilst itâs relatively small and slightly dated, the cottage was absolutely perfect for a weekend stay. All the kitchen and bathroom appliances worked perfectly, but beware, the stairs are quite tight and tricky to manoeuvre (as are most in the conservation area in Deal) with only one bathroom on the 1st floor. 3 night stay - really good value for money for 4 adults and one child - thoroughly recommend and will hopefully be back!