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The Property: About The Gun Emplacement
Unique 3 Bedroom Cliff Top Holiday Home in Kent
The Gun Emplacement is a fantastic 3 bedroom holiday cottage perched high on a cliff top along the National Trust’s protected White Cliffs. The nearest house to France, the Gun Emplacement has an absolutely stunning setting and fabulous sea views.
The house was constructed by the Army in 1910, Sir Peter Ustinov was billeted there during the Second War and he bought the house from the Ministry of Defence in 1946. The current owner purchased the house in 1977 and transformed it in to a wonderful seaside holiday home.
This cottage offers comfortable, although not luxurious accommodation and benefits from a unique location with fabulous uninterrupted views across the Channel to Calais. There are gardens to the back and front and the location offers total peace in glorious unspoiled countryside. The wonderful view on the cliffs is shown above.
2 pet dogs welcome by arrangement.
Sorry the property is not suitable for children due to the proximity of the cliff edge, but fine for older people (two small steps) and for well-behaved pets. Due to the layout of the property it is not really suited to wheel chairs. NO SMOKERS.
Inside this Unique Holiday Home
There are 3 double bedrooms. A pleasant sitting-room (with an open fireplace) looking out to sea, with sliding double-glazed windows on 3 sides: a tiny modern kitchen fitted with Ikea cupboards, fridge-freezer, oven, dishwasher, microwave, a separate WC, new bathroom with basin, bath and tiled walk-in shower with excellent pressure. There is even an airing cupboard to keep linen warm. Towels are NOT provided except for Overseas visitors on request.The shingle beach is very near (7 mins. walk) and there are many other delightful walks - to Dover over the cliff tops, to Kingsdown and Sandwich. Canterbury, Folkestone, Leeds Castle, Sissinghurst Gardens, Rye, Walmer, Chilham and of course France, are all a short drive away.
The road to the cottage from the village is pretty poor so drivers of precious cars beware!
Due to Spam filters - Please Book By Phone as well as Email.
This owner/agency has featured on countrycottagesonline.com since 2005
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Special Features
Original FeaturesEntertainment Features
TV
Free WifiLeisure Facilities
Property Features
Kitchen & Dining
Microwave
Fridge/freezer
Washing machine
Type of cooker: Gas oven, Single oven, Hob
Dining table seats 6Bedrooms(s)
Bed linen providedBathroom(s)
Bath
ShowerOther facilities
Heating
Central heating
WoodburnerGarden and Outdoors
Garden: private garden
Parking: Parking for 1 car
BBQFamily-Friendly Features
Sorry adults only
CotPet-Friendly Facilities
Dogs welcome - up to 2 dogsRenting and Booking Information
Family Cottages, rural accommodation.
Pet owners
Budget-conscious travelers
Long-term stay guests
Outdoor enthusiasts
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This owner does not offer secure online booking.If you are interested in booking, please call the owner, and discuss their booking process. They may ask that you book via a booking form and that you pay by bank transfer.
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Setting and Local Information
Countryside
Secluded
Near the beach
Pub(s) nearby
Good area for walking
Golf course nearby
Fishing available nearby
By the sea
Views: Sea views, Woodland views, Beach viewsLocal Attractions near St. Margaret's Bay, Dover
Top Tourist Attractions for Day Trips: Canterbury Cathedral, Dover Castle, Kent Downs National Landscape, White Cliffs of Dover
Dover: 4 miles away,
Deal: 6 miles away,
Margate: 16 miles away,
Broadstairs: 18 miles away,
Canterbury: 19 miles away
Annual Events: Dover Carnival Concert, Dover Town Hall, Biggin Street, Dover. Deal Collectors' Fair. Battle of Britain Memorial, Capel le Ferne, near Folkestone, British Open Golf Tournament, Sandwich
Food & Drink Options Nearby: Wallett's Court - gourmet restaurant in St Margaret's, The Cliffe Tavern - excellent pub meals, The Swingate Inn - superb fish & chips, The Coastguard Pub, on the beach and dog friendly.
Activities & Experiences On Offer Nearby: bird watching, golfing, horse riding, sailing, sea fishing, swimming, walking, wildlife watching
Local Festivals and Events in Kent:- February - Faversham Literary Festival
- December - Maidstone New Year's Eve Party
Property Location
Nearest Train Station: Martin Mill
St. Margaret's Bay, Dover
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