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Where to Stay
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Deal Town CentreScattered through the town are charming Airbnbs, from snug fisherman’s cottages1 with sea views to airy Georgian townhouses tucked along cobbled streets. For a classic seaside experience, Channel View B&B2 offers a warm welcome and front-row views of the Channel itself, perfect for sunrise watching with a cup of tea in hand. If you’re after something a little more design-led, The Rose3 blends boutique style with characterful charm—think velvet banquettes, art-lined walls, and rooms that feel as much like a gallery as a getaway.
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Rural Countryside
If you head a little inland, between Northbourne4 and Great Mongeham5 is where the countryside really slows the pace. Airbnbs here come in all shapes and sizes—cosy cottages with woodburning stoves, old barns tucked among fields, the kind of places where mornings start with birdsong and a strong coffee outside. It’s only a short drive back to the sea, but the village feels worlds away from the bustle of Deal, with quiet lanes, farm shops, and walks that weave through hedgerows and farmland.
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Along the Coastline
If you’re staying closer to the sea, Walmer6 and Kingsdown7 have some incredible Gothic-period houses along the shoreline that are now let out as big family homes. They’ve got all the character you’d hope for—arched windows, tall ceilings, creaky staircases—and the kind of space that makes them perfect for a group trip. Waking up here means the beach is right on your doorstep for an early swim, and in the evenings you can wander straight out for a walk along the coast towards Deal.
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Budget Friendly For something easy on the budget, there are a few great choices within about twenty minutes of Updown Farmhouse. The Travelodge8 in Sandwich is straightforward but reliable, with clean rooms, comfy beds, and the bonus of free parking — ideal if you’re after a no-fuss base to explore both coast and countryside. If you’d rather stay somewhere with a little more personality, the area is scattered with small B&Bs that keep things simple but welcoming.
In Deal and Walmer you’ll find homely spots run by locals, often with breakfast cooked fresh in the morning and rooms that feel more like staying with friends than at a hotel. These B&Bs tend to be tucked into old townhouses or cottages, and they’re a great way to keep costs down without missing out on that warm, coastal charm.
1.Otter’s Hatch Airbnb, 12 guests
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Channel View B&B, per room
3.The Rose, per room4.Northbourne Country House Airbnb,
20 guests5.Stone Hall Farmhouse, Great Mongeham,
12 guests6.Beachcomber Cottage, Walmer, 7 guests7.Seacliff Chalet, Kingsdown, 6 guests8.Travelodge, Sandwich, per room