Khina Cottage, Broadstairs
ID: S41660
- Bedrooms 2
- ・ Sleeps 4
- ・ Pets 2
Guests say
Khina Cottage in Broadstairs is highly praised for its cleanliness, stunning location, and comfort. Guests appreciate the well-equipped facilities and the thoughtful touches, such as welcome hampers. While there are some minor maintenance issues and comments about slow Wi-Fi, the overall experience is delightful, with special mentions of the housekeeper's efforts and the property's charm.
The majority of reviews commend the cottage for its spotless condition, with several guests specifically thanking the housekeeper. A few remarks about the need for a deep clean and stained carpets suggest minor room for improvement.
The location is consistently celebrated for its proximity to beaches, the charm of Broadstairs, and the unique experience of staying near a working lighthouse. The scenic views and easy access to local attractions contribute to its high rating.
Guests find the cottage cosy and comfortable, with a warm atmosphere and comfy beds. However, some guests noted the steep staircase and the lack of an upstairs toilet as drawbacks, slightly affecting the comfort score.
The cottage is well-equipped and maintained, but there are several mentions of maintenance issues such as a leaking boiler, slow Wi-Fi, and water supply problems. These incidents indicate that while facilities are generally good, there is room for improvement in maintenance.
Guests frequently mention the welcome hamper and other provisions as a thoughtful gesture, enhancing their stay. It should be noted that such gifts, while appreciated, are not guaranteed and may vary.
About this property
On the North Foreland Lighthouse site above Broadstairs, this delightful cottage features entrance hall, fully fitted kitchen, sitting room, dining room, bathroom, double bedroom and single bedroom with full size bed and comfortable pull-out bed.
In association with Trinity House, Rural Retreats is pleased to present Khina Cottage at North Foreland Lighthouse.
Khina is one of two holiday cottages available at the lighthouse, which lies on the chalk headland above the charming and unspoilt seaside town of Broadstairs at the far eastern tip of Kent. Both cottages are very child friendly, surrounded by spacious lawned grounds and set well away from cliffs. The holiday cottages have shared use of a very large, one-acre lawned garden and patio with ample space to sit out.
The earliest reference to a light on North Foreland was given in a deed dated 1499 and, at that time, it was almost certain that the beacon was used to warn of attack or piracy rather than as an aid to navigation. The lighthouse does not have a fog signal.
Additional Information:
Also on this site is Lodesman Cottage, sleeping four guests.
Khina cottage welcomes up to two well-behaved, supervised dogs (small additional charge), however please be aware this site is not enclosed and has direct access to a road.
Travel cot and highchair available on request.
Very limited mobile signal. A landline telephone is provided for UK and non-premium numbers only.
Guests should be aware that the lighthouses and equipment need regular and sometimes emergency maintenance. Therefore visits by maintenance staff may occur at any time during the year. However, staff will do their best to ensure guest privacy at all times.
Guests are reminded they are renting a heritage building, therefore certain features such as steps, stairs and floor levels may not comply with that of a modern building. As such, we would advise guests to acquaint themselves with the premises on arrival and exercise caution accordingly.
Access roads to the lighthouse site are narrow with limited passing places and, dependent on the season and site, there is the possibility of overhanging vegetation due to cutting restrictions during bird breeding seasons or other environmental reasons.
A barbecue is not provided, however guests are welcome to bring their own, subject to adhering to the safety precautions set out in the arrival information.
Sorry, no fireworks, drones or remote controlled flying equipment are permitted.
Sorry, charging of electric cars is not permitted.
Given the remote locations of our cottages the Wi-Fi speed and availability cannot be guaranteed at this site The service offered is for light browsing and occasional use, services such as streaming and gaming may not be possible owing to the speeds obtainable.
Nearby points of interest
- Botany Bay
- Viking Bay
- Margate Beach
- Minnis Bay
- Hornby Hobbies Visitor Centre
- Deal Castle
- Walmer Castle and Gardens
Reviews (123)
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Confirmed Guest
Fabulous location with sea views from all the rooms. The cottage had modern furnishings, was well equipped and was lovely and clean. Warm and cosy over a chilly new year's weekend.
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely location and Louise was an excellent host.
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Confirmed Guest
Really beautiful, comfortable cottage in a great part of the world. Louise, our contact, was brilliant and ensured everything was perfect for us. We will certainly be going back to Khina Cottage.