Whitstable cottage holidays Holiday rentals - country and coastal cottages to rent in Whitstable
Whitstable is a bohemian seaside town on the North coast of Kent, 8km North of Canterbury and 3km West of Herne Bay and is famous for its oysters and shingle beach. Native Oysters have been harvested in Whitstable since Roman times and are a delicacy that flourishes in the coastal waters of the Thames Estuary.
Whitstable Harbour is a charming port and a great place to take a walk or visit one of the seafood restaurants. Along the picturesque lanes, you will discover artisan bakeries, art galleries and plenty of boutique shops. If you like cycling, why not try going from cloisters to oysters along crab & winkle way with 11km of almost traffic-free cycling between Canterbury and Whitstable.
| At a glance... | |
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| Restaurants | 20+ |
| Cycle paths | ✔ |
| Coastal walks | ✔ |
| Fabulous Beaches | ✔ |
| Shopping | ✔ |
| Family riendly | f✔ |
| Car Recommended | ✔ |
| Nearest beach | Whistable (1kms) |
| Nearest major airport | Gatwick (102km) |
| Nearest train station | Whitstable (SER) |
Things to see and do in Whitstable
Whitstable is a very artistic seaside town and renting a holiday cottage is the ideal way to discover and explore Kent and the South East. Walking around the quintessential English harbour has an appealing charm that can be experienced any time of the year. The town holds a nine day Oyster Festival in July. Take in the panoramic sea views from the cliff tops at Tankerton slopes before following the coastal path that leads on to the beautiful Herne Bay.
| A few suggestions... | |
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| Whitstable castle & gardens | ✔ |
| Crab & Winkle Way | ✔ |
| Greta Thames Sailing Barge | ✔ |
| Watersports | ✔ |
| Fabulous Shingle Beach | ✔ |
| Visit Leeds Castle | ✔ |
| Day trip to Canterbury | ✔ |
Our view on Whitstable
Whitstable has something for everyone for all ages throughout the year. From the beautiful rolling hillsides of the Kent countryside to the wide open sea views and coastline, you'll find everything you need for a perfect staycation in Whitstable. Renting a holiday cottage in Whitstable is ideal for families, friends and groups who are looking for a relaxing holiday combined with some sightseeing.
