The Old Schoolhouse

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The Old Schoolhouse
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Scored 9.2
Rated superb

Staff

9.5

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About this property

Historic Charm: The Old Schoolhouse in Whitstable offers a recently renovated holiday home housed in a historic building. Guests enjoy a private garden and terrace with free WiFi. Modern Amenities: The property features air-conditioning, a hot tub, and a fully equipped kitchen. Additional amenities include a washing machine, private bathroom, and free on-site parking. Convenient Location: Located 91 km from London City Airport, The Old Schoolhouse is an 8-minute walk from Whitstable Beach. Nearby attractions include the University of Kent (9 km) and Canterbury Cathedral (12 km). Activities and Surroundings: Guests can enjoy fishing, hiking, and cycling. The surrounding area offers water sports, and the property is pet-friendly. Highly rated for its hot tub, convenient location, and comfortable beds.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

  • Free private parking available on-site

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 single bed
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1 large double bed
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1 futon bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
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1 large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 single bed
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1 double bed
Bedroom 2
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Dean
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Have stayed at the other property previously and like that one this property was equally amazing. Well decorated, stocked with holiday essentials and cozy,. Added bonus of dedicated off street parking and positioned in an ideal location within...”
  • Celeste
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Comfortable bedroom and living area and a quiet location with plenty of walking available into the town, through to the beach, and further afield to Tankerton, or the other way”
  • Jane
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Clean, extremely well stocked kitchen implements, great hot tub. Best air BnB we've ever stayed in!”
  • Dean
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Unusual furnishings giving it an almost quirky feel. Decent kitchen utensils etc including that rarest of commodities, sharp knives. Private garden although the weather denied us the chance to fully appreciate it. Plenty of space for off road...”
  • Jan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Loved the decor, quirky, unique charm with character.”
  • Carolyn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Location was excellent. Hosts were super helpful, facilities and equipment were excellent. The accommodation was clean and very well appointed. It was safe, secure and had all we needed for our stay. We didn’t cook but I could see there was all...”
  • Kirsty
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Everything was great, the hot tub was a perfect addition and I really appreciated the hosts understanding and kindness.”
  • Kate
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “A great place -quirky and traditional - but also modern and comfortable with lovely fixtures and fittings. Towels,.robes, nice toiletries, good kitchen supplies and condiments, etc. Comfy sofas, TV with netflix, etc. Easy check-in, good...”
  • Lucy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Well located for the town Comfortable beds, well equipped kitchen”
  • Dennis
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Tbe property suited our needs and the jacuzzi was a welcomed bonus.”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Julie and Suzanne

Company review score: 9.2Based on 1,265 reviews from 10 properties
10 managed properties

Company information

We love The Old Schoolhouse, and take great pride in being able to offer such a unique building to visitors. We live locally so although you can use our self check-in and are left in peace, we are just around the corner if you need anything. We also check the hot tubs daily, so please expect to see us wandering around, cleaning and gardening. We also run "Number 8", a Hotel in central Canterbury which is available to book through us or here. Number 8 offers 2 rooms and 4 suites with bedroom and lounge with sofa bed, perfect for exploring the city on foot. Parking is available and dogs are welcome.

Property information

The Old Schoolhouse is unique in Whitstable, offering four separate holiday homes in one gorgeous, character-filled building. Each house has its own private entrance, bathroom(s), kitchen, lounge and bedrooms. Each also now has a private garden space with private hot tub. We have 4 outdoor sitting areas, each for private use. Each has a dining area, a BBQ, and a private jacuzzi hot tub. "Number 4" is directly in its garden space; 1, 2&3 have a gated space just across the path. (Please do not book for the hot tub alone, just in case they have a maintenance issue.) We provide bath robes and spa towels for the hot tubs, you just need swimwear and flip flops. We offer flexible accommodation for families, couples, babies and dogs... perfect for multi-generation meet-ups and groups of families wanting a little bit of private space each. Please note that we are not a party venue, we have strict rules. Houses 2,3 and 4 each have 2 parking spaces, with 2 EV chargers available on request. Number 1 has one space, but another is possible if available (on request). We also provide cots with bedding, a high chair, changing mat and baby bath. Four-legged friends are always welcome! We keep a washable dog bed in each house, and 2 bowls. The EV charger is Type 2, you need your own cable but it is free to use, just plug in and relax!

Neighbourhood information

The Old Schoolhouse is nestled into a quiet, hidden spot just off the high street, just a few minutes' stroll from the beach, harbour and all the wonderful shops and cafes Whitstable has to offer. Just across the street you can find hidden walkways to explore, as well as direct access to varied dog walking opportunities. There is a Co-Op supermarket just across the street, plus all the main supermarkets are close by for your convenience.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

The Old Schoolhouse takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of £250 is required. The property charges this 14 days before arrival. That's about US$337. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
£15 per child, per night
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
£15 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 25
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 08:00.
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Old Schoolhouse in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

A damage deposit of £250 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.