Smugglers Cottage is a quaint, terraced cottage in an ideal location in the heart of Margate, a great getaway for couples and families to enjoy a seaside holiday. Just minutes to the sea and a short stroll into the Old Town, this property offers good seaside breaks. Following an award-winning architect designed refurbishment in 2016 of this Grade II listed cottage, the interiors have been decorated and furnished in a unique style that is full of character and charm. The courtyard garden is the perfect area to enjoy an evening glass of wine as you plan what to do the following day. Be sure to bring your bikes, as Kent boasts some of the best cycling and walking routes in the UK, and the cottage’s convenient outhouse is suitable for bike storage after your ride. Comfortably sleeping 4 people, guests will enjoy the open-plan kitchen’s fresh contemporary feel.

Local attractions include the theme park Dreamland Margate, with its iconic scenic railway and vintage amusements. Visit the Turner Contemporary Gallery, which was visited by the Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton, features a wide selection of world class art exhibitions. Further afield, you will find the award-winning coast of Viking Bay in Broadstairs, famous for its folk week in the summer.

Why not discover Canterbury in style aboard one of the city’s boat tours, or explore the history behind its world-famous cathedral? There are a number of boutique shops that are well worth a visit, or you can simply wander along the city streets to take in Canterbury’s remarkable culture. Day trips to France are easily accessible from Margate, take a short drive to Dover and enjoy a ferry trip to Calais, or there’s the Eurostar from Ashford. Beach 500 yards. Shops, restaurant and pub 50 yards.