Folkestone cottage holidays Holiday rentals - coastal cottages to rent in Folkestone
Folkestone is the closest town to the Eurotunnel and is a popular seaside resort. It sits in a valley between two white cliffs on the edge of the North Downs. The town is very pretty with quaint cobbled streets, plenty of shops, bars and restaurants plus a creative quarter with studios and art galleries.
The harbour area is bustling with activity throughout the day and to either side of the town you will discover lovely family friendly sandy beaches. The cliff-top promenade has a Victorian funicular lift down to Lower Leas Coastal Park with play areas, gardens and outdooesr amphitheatre. From the promenade you can see France on a clear day.
| At a glance... | |
|---|---|
| Restaurants | 20+ |
| Cycle paths | ✔ |
| Coastal walks | ✔ |
| Fabulous beaches | ✔ |
| Family friendly | ✔ |
| Car recommended | ✔ |
| Local airport | Gatwick (144km) |
| Nearest train station | Folkestone (SE) |
Things to see and do in Folkestone
Folkestone and the surrounding area is full of interesting villages, dramatic coastline and countryside to explore.
| A few suggestions... | |
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| Spend a day at East Cliff & Warren Country Park | ✔ |
| Explore the Folkestone Creative Quarter | ✔ |
| Visit the Folkestone Museum | ✔ |
| Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway | ✔ |
| Visit the Lower Leas Coastal Park | ✔ |
| Take the ferry and spend a day in Calais | ✔ |
Our view on Folkestone
We think Folkestone is a great location for a cottage holiday whether you are on a family holiday or with friends looking to have a good time. Given its location, Folkestone is an ideal base for exploring the Kent coastline and countryside and also for a day trip over to France. A
