Oldestairs House is a much loved family coastal home built in 1910, located in Kingsdown, a beautifu | House in Kingsdown

9.0 (12 Reviews) |   5 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  10 Guests
Martin House | Oldestairs House is a much loved family coastal home built in 1910, located in Kingsdown, a beautifu

5 Bedroom House in Martin, Kingsdown

Oldestairs House is a much loved family coastal home built in 1910, located in Kingsdown, a beautiful and still undiscovered village in the corner of England at the end of the White Cliffs of Dover, near Deal and just over an hour from London. The house sleeps ten guests comfortably in five bedrooms. The home has been fully redecorated recently with colours to match the seaside location. Enjoy spending quality time together in the sociable living space, head outside to the large garden or take a short minutes' walk to the beach for a stroll or a swim. This stylish home is perfect for multigenerational families or groups of friends. The house suits family guests as our neighbours are dear friends so is not suitable for parties. Pets are not allowed.
Ground floor
Entrance Hallway /Dining Room
The front door leads into the large hallway and dining room with a dining table and chairs seat 10 people comfortably.
Sitting Room
Large, inviting living space with two four seater velvet sofas, two armchairs, a working fireplace and a Smart TV.
Kitchen
Kitchen with oven, electric hob, double fridge/freezer, microwave and dishwasher, cafetiere and a coffee bean grinder. AGA (currently not in use).
Ground floor WC
Just off the kitchen is a separate boot room with access to the garden and a downstairs WC.
Lower Ground Floor
Utility Room
Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer.
Playroom
Spacious, carpeted playroom with doors leading straight out to the garden. This room has a sofa, table football and various other games for children.
First Floor
Bedroom One
Bedroom - sleeps 2, with Kingsize bed, bedside table and lamp. Chest of drawers.
Bedroom Two with en-suite bathroom
Bedroom – sleeps 2, with Kingsize bed, bedside tables and lamps, built in wardrobe, chest of drawers and decorative fireplace. En-suite bathroom has a walk in shower, sink and WC.
Bedroom Three
Bedroom – sleeps 2, with two single beds, bedside table and lamp, built in wardrobe. Doors out to balcony with sea views.
Bedroom Four
Bedroom - sleeps 2, with Kingsize bed, bedside tables and lamps, built in wardrobe and chest of drawers. Doors out to balcony with sea views.
Bathroom
Pretty bathroom with bath, wc and basin, but no overhead shower.
Second Floor
Bedroom Five / Study
A recently converted loft bedroom - sleeps 2, with two single beds, bedside lamps and storage space.
Garden
Fully enclosed garden with garden seating for relaxing, and table and chairs for dining. Weber Gas BBQ available for guests to use.
Parking
Private parking available at the property and further free on street parking down on the beach.
Things You Need to Know
Towels and linen are provided - no beach towels are provided.
Smart TV with Netflix and other apps.
Wi-Fi access.
Central heating throughout.
Gas supplied for the BBQ in the summer months.
House Rules
We would respectfully ask that the following house rules are adhered to, to avoid any damages to our beautiful holiday home. Should any damages arise please note charges may be taken from your security deposit.
Please note check out is 10am. Please ensure you vacate on time to allow our housekeepers to enter the property and prepare it for the next guests.
Smoking is not permitted in the property at any time.
Please note for insurance purposes the number of guests must not exceed the total occupancy of the house.
For fire safety reasons please do not use any candles in the property.
Please be respectful to neighbours Quiet hours are between 11pm and 9am.
Parties and loud music are not permitted.
No pets are allowed at the property.
Local Information
The property is located in the picturesque village of Kingsdown with an abundance of beautiful walks, it's own shingle beach, views of the White Cliffs, village shops and three wonderful pubs to choose between. Stay put and enjoy swimming in the sea or walk or cycle into the vibrant seaside town of Deal with it's thriving Saturday market, variety of independent shops, delis and boutique restaurants.
Walmer Castle and Gardens is only a 20 minute walk away and is great for family days out with the kids. Meanwhile, Sandwich Bay is only 15 minute away by car and at very low tide you can walk along the sand for miles. Dogs are welcome too. We recommend checking tide times and please note that this can only be accessed via a toll road (please check prices online).
For your everyday essentials, the closest shops are in the village of Kingsdown (only 1 mile away). Here you'll find a butchers, which has a great source of meats for a barbeque. Collect the morning paper from the newsagents or milk and other essentials from the general stores. Stop by for a drink and maybe a meal at one of Kingsdown's traditional village pubs.
Getting around
A car is recommended for travelling to the property and ease of getting around, there is also parking at the property. The nearest train station is Walmer Station (7 minutes by car or taxi).

Oldestairs House is a much loved family coastal home built in 1910, located in Kingsdown, a beautifu is located in Martin. Oldestairs House is a much loved family coastal home built in 1910, located in Kingsdown, a beautifu provides accommodation, featuring View, Ocean View, Wellness Facilities, among other amenities. This House features View, Ocean View, Wellness Facilities, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Oldestairs House is a much loved family coastal home built in 1910, located in Kingsdown, a beautifu has 5 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 10 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Martin has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Martin, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

  • Parking
  • TV
  • View
  • Ocean View
  • Balcony/Terrace
  • Oceanfront
  • Security/Safety
  • Wellness Facilities
  • Fireplace/Heating
  • Guest Services
  • Child Friendly
  • Internet
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry

Policies

Event Policy No events allowed
Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy Children are welcome.
Pet Policy Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy Smoking is not permitted
Other Policy 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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

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Reviews

Judy E. Apr 23, 2025 03:52:55 AM
Summary: The house and garden were gorgeous and extremely spacious and comfortable for our family reunion of 10 adults. The location was perfect for walks along the coast and pubs within easy walking distance for an.evening out. Ireretecommrdefinitrecpmmrecommend
Jul 11, 2024 09:28:25 PM
Summary: Oldstairs House, is a grand old lady. A bit creaky here and there, and worn in places, although clean and tastefully dressed. Kitchen well equipped and dining hall sat 10 comfortably. Beds were comfy and rooms were so dark and quiet at night, therefore good night’s sleep. Be aware that there is only one shower in the en-suite, no problem, but had to queue in the morning. The children loved all the different levels, nooks and crannies and thoroughly enjoyed the large, safe garden. Location is perfect for beach and walks. Couldn’t get a table in the Zetland Arms, need to book weeks in advance. Overall, Oldstairs is a place to kick off your shoes and relax. We all had a lovely time.
Alison D. Jun 2, 2024 09:07:05 PM
Summary: We had six adults and two children under five. House old but spacious. Plumbing not adequate for that number. Only one usable shower and bath. Kitchen good and well equipped. Location good very near pebble beach.Garden large and safe for children. With work could become great house to stay in.
Amelia Lietke May 7, 2024 09:06:49 PM
Summary: We loved the quirkiness of the house and the decor and the location, so would recommend it on those basis. Couple of comments though - could do with an extra shower for a large party, and the shower is in one of the bedrooms which just meant it took a bit of logistics as we were a group of friends staying, not families. The garden hadn't been maintained and the lawns weren't mown and there weren't many places to sit out which was a shame as the weather was great on Saturday. I think that for the price, you'd expect the outside to be in a good condition. And in the twin room on the first floor, the single duvet on the bed furthest from the door smelt strongly of cat pee - the duvet was clean, but that's a smell that doesn't easily come out, so I think that that should be changed.
Jul 12, 2023 09:17:20 PM
Summary: A group of 7 ladies stayed here for our 12th annual walking weekend. This was a really special house, full of character, out of an Agatha Christie story! We cooked in both nights in the well equipped kitchen, ate in the beautiful dining hall and played games in the lounge, with its fabulous wooden panelling.We did a lovely 12 mile walk on the Saturday and some of us swam in the sea a couple of times. The pebbly beach is 2 mins away. A really special place. And the company Keepers Cottages were fantastic from start to finish. I couldn’t recommend them highly enough. Brilliant customer service.
Linda D. Jul 3, 2023 09:24:35 PM
Summary: This house is beautifully decorated and has large gardens. The sea is just at the end of the lane. We really enjoyed our stay and would stay again.
Aug 23, 2022 09:10:29 PM
Summary: We had a fantastic week at this beautiful and expansive home in the quaint village of Kingsdown. Location is perfect for us - a stone's throw from busier Deal but closer to the quieter beach area of Kingsdown and the lovely Zetland Arms which is just a few minutes walk from your doorstep. The benefit of being a bit farther away is also the larger houses found in this area and Oldestairs was a perfect example of large Arts & Crafts style property with a huge garden and plenty of space for the children to run around and enjoy themselves. The house is vast - much bigger than illustrated in the photographs, and the garden in particular was enormous! One slight comment was that despite the garden being so big there was no outdoor table and only 4 garden chairs - which for a house that sleeps 8 was a bit inconvenient – and a shame to not be able to dine outside in the evenings near the Barbeque and firepit. Although the owner did kindly allow us to use a table they had stored away for our visit - it's perhaps something for them to consider investing in for future guests. The house itself was beautifully and thoughtfully decorated throughout and retained a plethora of original features all in immaculate condition which was so nice to see! Despite it being quite warm, there was a lovely breeze off the sea so we felt quite comfortable sleeping at night - and the outside balcony or front terrace were lovely places to sit and have a drink in the evenings. We found a few things were missing when we checked in but the team at Keepers got those replaced as quickly as possible. They really are very helpful and attentive and despite asking quite a few things of them whilst we were there, nothing seemed like too much trouble - which is why we would always choose them when booking on the Kent Coast. Overall a fantastic home and we hope to visit again in the near future.
Aug 21, 2022 09:10:20 PM
Summary: We had a wonderful short stay at this fabulous example of the Arts and Crafts era, sympathetically modernised to reflect today’s expectations whilst maintaining the integrity of the house. A privilege to stay and enjoy the experience.
Jack H. Jan 5, 2022 04:58:06 PM
Summary: Oldestairs House is absolutely stunning. A cosy, well appointed, romantic country house, which has been made even more special by a thoughtful and tasteful unified contemporary design. Every room is beautiful. The house goes on forever (the photos don't show the half of it!), meaning there's no danger of ever feeling cramped, even with a full house. We stayed at Oldestairs over New Year and, although it wasn't very cold, cosy nights by the fire and playing games in the gorgeous living room were top of the bill. We also made frequent trips to the beach for some chilly swims followed by cosy pints at the lovely Zetland Arms (book to avoid disappointment!) Walking North along to the coast to Deal or South along the cliffs to St Margarets made for good days out. I really can't recommend this house highly enough. Everything was in perfect working order, the kitchen had everything we could possibly need and more, every bed in every room was very comfortable. I'm already looking at booking again for the summer - I can imagine how beautiful the house, its garden and the area would be when it's warm and sunny. Thank you for the perfect end to 2021, a fantastic start to 2022, and for providing everything I needed for a gathering of much loved friends after a difficult couple of years.

FAQ's

Is this Martin house pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Martin house have a swimming pool?

No, this Martin house does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Martin house?

Best-rates for the Martin house starts from $701 per night with includes Oceanfront, Security/Safety, Child Friendly, Laundry, View, Ocean View, Wellness Facilities, Fireplace/Heating, Guest Services, Internet, Kitchen, Parking, TV, Balcony/Terrace with all other amenities. Perfect for Weddings is committed to ensuring every guest experiences a comfortable and extraordinary stay, whether planning a romantic getaway, a honeymoon, a pet-friendly stay, or celebrating with the entire wedding party.

Is Martin house a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Martin house wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Martin house has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Martin house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Martin house indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Martin house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Martin house are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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