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Dovetail Cottage - Three Bedroom House, Sleeps 6
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Canterbury
- Canterbury Cathedral7 min walk
- Marlowe Theatre9 min walk
- University of Kent4 min drive
- Manston (MSE-Kent Intl.)32 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
About this property
Dovetail Cottage - Three Bedroom House, Sleeps 6
This perfectly positioned cottage is ideal for those wanting to savour the delights of Canterbury’s historic cobbled streets, featuring an excellent choice of restaurants, pubs, and a mix of boutique and popular high street shops. Enjoy a tour of the magnificent cathedral or perhaps a trip to The Canterbury Tales, to immerse yourself in the medieval past of the city. Take a trip to the Marlow Theatre or go on a summer boating punt along the River Stour - just some of the many things to see and do in this wonderful part of Kent. For those looking to explore further afield, the pretty seaside town of Whitstable is just 8 miles away, whilst rolling countryside and an abundance of footpaths can be found surrounding Canterbury itself. Canterbury East Railway Station is less than a mile away, with links to London.
The front door of this beautiful early-Victorian cottage that has been lovingly restored and decorated in a fresh mid-century style opens onto the comfortably furnished lounge/diner. It features a sofa and comfy armchairs, a warming wood burner and a Smart TV. From the lounge area, head through to the dining space that offers a large dining table with seating for all. Enjoy delicious meals that have been whipped up in the compact yet well-equipped kitchen, which features an electric oven and gas hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tabletop dishwasher, Nespresso Vertuo coffee machine, and microwave. For the ultimate in family entertainment, a door from the lounge leads down a set of stairs into the basement that has been fitted out as a cosy cinema room with a large Smart TV. Grab your fizzy pop, ice cream, and popcorn and while away an evening watching your favourite films. Heading back upstairs and up to the first floor, you will find the first of the three bedrooms: a double, and also a family bathroom with a shower over bath and WC. Stairs from the landing lead up to the second floor, and here you will find another double room and a twin room with views across to the cathedral. All duvets and pillows are Fogarty duck down and feather, hypoallergenic duvets and pillows available on request.
A door from the kitchen leads out to a courtyard garden with patio table and chairs and a charcoal BBQ - the perfect spot for enjoying a spot of al fresco dining on a warm evening. Parking is available 200 metres away in the public car park, subject to daily charges and availability.
Pets information:
Pets are allowed at this property by prior arrangement only. Extra charge may be payable (up to £35 per pet per week). Please contact the holiday cottage agency directly after booking to arrange.
Pets - allowed
Full travel and key collection instructions will be emailed directly to guest upon receipt of full payment.
The front door of this beautiful early-Victorian cottage that has been lovingly restored and decorated in a fresh mid-century style opens onto the comfortably furnished lounge/diner. It features a sofa and comfy armchairs, a warming wood burner and a Smart TV. From the lounge area, head through to the dining space that offers a large dining table with seating for all. Enjoy delicious meals that have been whipped up in the compact yet well-equipped kitchen, which features an electric oven and gas hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tabletop dishwasher, Nespresso Vertuo coffee machine, and microwave. For the ultimate in family entertainment, a door from the lounge leads down a set of stairs into the basement that has been fitted out as a cosy cinema room with a large Smart TV. Grab your fizzy pop, ice cream, and popcorn and while away an evening watching your favourite films. Heading back upstairs and up to the first floor, you will find the first of the three bedrooms: a double, and also a family bathroom with a shower over bath and WC. Stairs from the landing lead up to the second floor, and here you will find another double room and a twin room with views across to the cathedral. All duvets and pillows are Fogarty duck down and feather, hypoallergenic duvets and pillows available on request.
A door from the kitchen leads out to a courtyard garden with patio table and chairs and a charcoal BBQ - the perfect spot for enjoying a spot of al fresco dining on a warm evening. Parking is available 200 metres away in the public car park, subject to daily charges and availability.
Pets information:
Pets are allowed at this property by prior arrangement only. Extra charge may be payable (up to £35 per pet per week). Please contact the holiday cottage agency directly after booking to arrange.
Pets - allowed
Full travel and key collection instructions will be emailed directly to guest upon receipt of full payment.
Property manager
Kent and Sussex Holiday Cottages
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Fireplace
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 9:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Canterbury
Canterbury is home to this holiday home. Canterbury Roman Museum and Royal Museum and Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Canterbury Cathedral and St. Augustine's Abbey. Lady Wootton's Green and Dane John Gardens are also worth visiting.

Canterbury
What's nearby
- Canterbury Christ Church University - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Canterbury Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Marlowe Theatre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Westgate Gardens and Towers - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
- University of Kent - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 5 min walk
- The Thomas Ingoldsby - 2 min walk
- Starbucks - 5 min walk
- Caffè Nero - 5 min walk
- Old City Bar - 6 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Learn moreOpens in a new window10/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
21 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Robin v.
5 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!!
Robin v.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
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Hosted by Kent and Sussex Holiday Cottages

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