Botany Lodge, Broadstairs

Located less than 1 mile away from the sandy beach at Botany Bay, this home from home is nestled on the edge of the pretty town of Broadstairs (2 miles) with its wide range of independent shops, pubs, and restaurants. It’s ideally located for families looking for a traditional seaside getaway. Just a short drive away is the nearby town of Margate (2.5 miles) with the recently restored family attraction, Dreamland, as well as the Turner Contemporary Gallery, while the historic city of Canterbury, known for great shopping and Canterbury Cathedral, is 18 miles away. For keen walkers and cyclists, the Viking Trail runs along the end of the road stretching from Ramsgate to Reculver, making this the perfect base for couples and families looking to escape it all. Recently fully renovated Victorian cottage with heritage shades that reflect the era, this cottage also retains many of its original features. A bright and airy hall welcomes you into this property, where there is space for dropping off shoes and coats. The first room you will come to is the welcoming lounge which has been furnished with two large comfortable sofas and an armchair, where guests can unwind whilst watching a movie on the Smart TV after a busy day exploring. Heading further into the property, you will find a well-equipped kitchen with an electric range cooker with an oven and electric hob, microwave, dishwasher, and fridge/freezer. Whip up a delicious meal and gather the family together in the dining room which has a large dining table and seating for six guests. Completing the ground floor is a WC. Heading upstairs, you will find three good-size bedrooms: a super-king, a king-size and a bunk room. There is also a large family shower room with a walk-in shower and WC. Outside, there is a fully enclosed garden with a patio area that acts as a sun trap for most of the day with patio seating and a charcoal BBQ. Relax after a busy day at the beach and unwind with a glass of fizz whilst the sun sets in the distance. An outside utility cupboard has a handy washing machine and there is unrestricted roadside parking subject to availability.