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Whitstable is a seaside town on the north Kent coast, known for its working harbour, oyster fishing and long shingle shoreline. Our Whitstable cottages by the sea put you close to the beach, independent shops and restaurants around the town centre. Tankerton is just along the coast, while Herne Bay and Canterbury are both within easy reach. Spend time around Whitstable Harbour, walk beside the sea towards Tankerton or follow part of the Saxon Shore Way for a longer route along this section of the Kent coast.

Featured Cottages in Whitstable

Whitstable, Kent, England
Superb Whitstable Property
Sleeps 7
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Pet Friendly
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Parking
From £1,033 per week
Whitstable, Kent, England
4 Fishermans Wharf
Sleeps 6
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Pet Friendly
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Parking
From £589 per week
Whitstable, Kent, England
Stylish Fishermans Cottage
Sleeps 6
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Pet Friendly
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Beachfront
From £934 per week
Whitstable, Kent, England
Waterside Family Cottage
Sleeps 5
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Pet Friendly
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Parking
From £1,089 per week
Whitstable, Kent, England
Inviting Whitstable Bolthole
Sleeps 6
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Pet Friendly
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Wifi
From £720 per week
Whitstable, Kent, England
Whitstable Coastal Let
Sleeps 6
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Pet Friendly
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Wifi
From £834 per week
Whitstable, Kent, England
Stylish Coastal Retreat
Sleeps 6
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No Pets
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Wifi
From £820 per week
Whitstable, Kent, England
Whitstable Luxury Home
Sleeps 10
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Pet Friendly
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Large Group
From £2,222 per week
Whitstable, Kent, England
Fantastic Whitstable Rental
Sleeps 6
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No Pets
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Parking
From £898 per week
Whitstable, Kent, England
Fishermans Cottage
Sleeps 6
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No Pets
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Parking
From £605 per week
Whitstable, Kent, England
Two Bed Seaside Cottage
Sleeps 4
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Pet Friendly
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Wifi
From £638 per week
Whitstable, Kent, England
Modern Terraced Cottage
Sleeps 6
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Pet Friendly
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Parking
From £843 per week

Beach Cottages and Sea Views in Whitstable

Holiday accommodation in Whitstable includes cottages close to the waterfront as well as properties in other parts of the town and surrounding coast. Some stays have views towards the sea, while others put you within easy walking distance of both the coast and town centre.

There is a good choice of property sizes for different types of coastal break, from one bed chalets to large four bed beach houses with direct access to the sand. If you want to explore more of the county, check out all of our Kent beach cottages for rent.

 

Beaches in Whitstable and Tankerton

Whitstable Beach is mainly shingle and runs alongside the town, with the harbour dividing different sections of the waterfront. West Beach extends towards Seasalter, while Tankerton Beach lies to the east.

Tankerton is around a mile from central Whitstable and has a long shingle beach backed by grassy slopes known as Tankerton Slopes. At low tide, a natural strip of shingle known as The Street extends out from the beach into the sea.

Continue east and you’ll eventually reach Herne Bay, giving you another seaside town and beach to visit during your stay.

 

Whitstable Harbour, Coastal Walks and Places to Visit

Whitstable Harbour is one of the main places to visit in town. You can watch fishing boats coming and going, browse the harbour market and walk along the seafront towards Tankerton.

For a longer walk, the Saxon Shore Way passes through Whitstable as it follows the Kent coastline. You can also walk west towards Seasalter or east through Tankerton and towards Herne Bay.

Away from the coast, Canterbury is around seven miles from Whitstable. Canterbury Cathedral, the medieval city walls and the streets around the historic centre make it an easy day trip if you want a change from the beach.

Whitstable Cottages by Type

Whitstable large group holiday homes by the sea

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Whitstable dog friendly holiday homes by the sea

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