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Old Chelsea - charming cottage in the conservation area of Deal

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A narrow alleyway with white buildings, potted plants, and hanging flower baskets.
A dining table with a bowl of lemons, a pitcher, and a vase of flowers.
A cozy room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, and a blue rug.
A narrow alley with a white building, a blue door, and hanging flower pots.
A pebbled beach with a pier extending into calm waters under a partly cloudy sky.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Deal, Kent
  • Place, Deal Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Deal Pier
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Deal Castle
    ‪12 min walk‬

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About the area

Deal

At this cottage you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Astor Theatre and Deal Pier. .Accommodation features a washing machine, a balcony and a living room. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A Smart TV, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available.
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What's nearby

  • Deal Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Astor Theatre - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Deal Maritime and Local History Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Deal Pier - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Deal Castle - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Deal Station - 10 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Sir Norman Wisdom (Wetherspoon) - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Bowling Green - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Deal Kebab House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Foresters - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Old Chelsea - charming cottage in the conservation area of Deal

Old Chelsea is a charming circa 1700 cottage in a pretty, pedestrianised lane lined with pots and flowering plants. Ideally located in the heart of the historic conservation area of Deal, the cottage is a short stroll to both the long beach, pier and promenade and the high street with its variety of boutique shops and cafes. The cottage has been lovingly restored by the owners to create a stylish and comfortable holiday home. The cosy sitting room has a comfy sofa and armchair, a Smart TV and wood burner. The pretty bay window creates a window seat and dining area, and the open plan kitchen is perfect for sociable meal preparation.

Front door
Front door with steps down into sitting room

Ground Floor
Sitting room
Sitting room with sofa, armchair, wood burner, Smart TV, bay window with dining table and bench seating and chairs

Kitchen
Kitchen with electric oven and induction hob, fridge/ice box, microwave, washer/dryer, Nespresso coffee machine

Shower room
Shower room – with walk-in shower, wc and basin

Door to courtyard garden

First floor
Bedroom
Bedroom - sleeps 2, with Kingsize bed, bedside tables and lamps, wardrobe

Bedroom
Bedroom - sleeps 2, with bunk beds, bedside table and lamp, chest of drawers

Outside space
There is no outside space specifically at Old Chelsea, however, you can open the back door and front door leads straight onto Portobello court which is lined with flowers and leads to Middle St. It's one of the most photographed streets in Deal, and with the beach just beyond, you're in the perfect location.

Parking
No parking but on street parking is available within a 10 minute walk

Accessibility
Old Chelsea ia a classic seaside, small cottage. It's very old and so this comes hand in hand with quite steep stairs. The property is therefore best suited to a couple, and is less suitable for the elderly or children.

Things You Need to Know
Pet friendly
There is a £25 per pet per stay charge
Towels and linen are provided, no beach towels
Wi-Fi access
Central heating throughout, with a log burner in the sitting room
Cot and high chair available, please note that these will not be put out unless requested. We do not provided linen, bedding or mattresses for the travel cot
Please note that the stairs at this cottage are steep and it has low ceilings so may not be suitable for those with limited mobility.
House Rules
We would respectfully ask that the following house rules are adhered to, to avoid any damages. 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.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

611568

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Old Chelsea - charming cottage in the conservation area of Deal?

Yep, Old Chelsea - charming cottage in the conservation area of Deal is a short 8-minute walk from Deal Beach.

Does Old Chelsea - charming cottage in the conservation area of Deal have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is Old Chelsea - charming cottage in the conservation area of Deal family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Old Chelsea - charming cottage in the conservation area of Deal is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Old Chelsea - charming cottage in the conservation area of Deal?

No, Old Chelsea - charming cottage in the conservation area of Deal does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Old Chelsea - charming cottage in the conservation area of Deal?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Old Chelsea - charming cottage in the conservation area of Deal Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Very charming, well equipped cottage.

Spent two weeks in Old Chelsea. Very comfortable cottage with lots of quirky charm. Especially appreciated the spacious shower.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Blond S.

Beautifully located, cosy cottage

The flower lined walkway down to the cottage is gorgeous. The cottage is a bit more spacious than the photos suggest especially the bedrooms. The mattress on the Kingsize bed ensures a good nights sleep. Lovely crockery and cutlery to eat from too. It’s right in the heart of Deal, an easy walk to the beach, pier, shops and restaurants, with a couple of traditional pubs just around the corner. We had a great few days here and our teenager and doggy enjoyed themselves too.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

tim a.

This place is tiny

Great location but this place is tiny. Set up for a family of four (4 beds) but there isn't even enough room for 4 people to sit around a table for breakfast. And the kitchen area is also tiny and quite impractical. Probs work well for a couple, but we struggled as a family of four (and we are all pretty small!) for four days.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Nice and cosy

Very nice cosy little cottage though a bit small for 4. Well located and easier to drop off in Middle Street than we expected. Pub virtually next door. Most enjoyable stay
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A lovely little cottage

A lovely cottage, beautifully furnished and with everything you could need for a holiday cottage. Fantastic location, a very short walk to the sea front and the centre of Deal, down a beautiful little side alley. We stayed just outside of main holiday season and had no trouble finding free on street parking a short walk away. The stairs in the cottage are very steep but it wasn't an issue for us.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Sweet cottage but dilapidated

Cottage is charming and has everything you need. Beds were comfy and clean, bathroom suite was spotless but the windows had black mold and it was generally run down and damp. It is in a great location and parking etc was very easy. Other than the bathroom it was a nice stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tucked away

Compact cottage tucked away in a lovely location nice and quiet close to the old part of Deal which is the best part to stay.All clean and a small kitchen attached to the lounge.Upstairs 2 small bedrooms with a decent comfortable double bed.The house remained cool due to its build in the hot weather and is also dog friendly.A great place to stop if visiting the town.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Olivia T.

Good base for exploring Deal

Overall a pleasant stay, the cottage was a great base for exploring the area. Quaint but a bit cluttered, be warned if you are over 6 foot tall this may not be the accommodation for you. Courtyard disappointing, broken lights, bins and recycling. Comfy bed in master, rediculously cheap beer in the Ship (20m away) tasty fish and chips on Middle St.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect little seaside cottage

The most quaint beautiful spot surrounded by plants as as you walk off historic middle street down the passage to the cottage - a little haven where I’d watch magpies build nests through the half open stable door of the cottage. Every morning I’d walk the 2 mins to the beach and watch the sunrise (even at that time there were always a few locals already up, swimming in the sea or walking dogs) I was born and raised in Deal until I was 18 but haven’t been back a lot in recent years. This trip and the cottage made me fall back in love with my home town in a brand new way. Really special
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Mandi B.

Perfect location - couple of points to improve

A small quirky cottage in the heart of Deal. Comfortable and clean - though behind the sofa it was very dirty and loose wires from an unused telephone socket. Basic and small bathroom. Small but well equipped kitchen. Nice welcome pack- thank you. Unfortunately I broke my ankle when we arrived falling down the steps outside the bathroom - I note in the visitors book someone else had fallen - they need marking up please. I am young and fit so would be concerned for those who are less able. Lovely clean comfy bedrooms Quiet location was perfect We were told we would get a bag of logs - we got a bundle of kindling only. Disappointing.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Cute little cottage with a few downsides

We liked our stay in the Old Chelsea in Deal, but regretted that we couldn’t really eat together as a family because there were only two rather uncomfortable chairs and one small table that wasn’t really suitable as a dining table. We didn’t sit outside either because the cushions were rather dirty and not very inviting and added to that the tiny outside space was the only place to leave the rubbish bins. So we didn’t want to sit there surrounded by our own rubbish.The cottage is cute but the ground floor living space was quite dark and lacked good lighting. The cottage has little space and is too cold to dry clothes or wet towels so we definitely needed the laundry dryer. Another downside was that the bathroom was on the ground floor and not on the same floor as the bedrooms. We hadn’t been aware of that when we booked the cottage.
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Disappointed

Very disappointed with this cottage, I have stayed in keepers cottages before, and not had any such issues. The cleanliness of this property on the whole was way below standard regarding all areas, oven trays, rugs all needed deep cleaning. Outside of the property and small courtyard need’s intense makeover. There was also an open plug socket behind the sofa, this should have been dealt with. The one positive thing I can take from the stay, was the customer service, Amy was very helpful and attentive and got the boiler issue sorted, while also keeping us informed and offering help via a cleaner, but we declined the cleaner as I had gone out to buy cleaning materials and we had cleaned the property ourselves , the plumber was also a very polite and helpful young man, I may also mention that we were offered a small compensation from Phoebe which we accepted.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A great, compact little bolt-hole for a weekend away

We had a lovely time at Old Chelsea. The quiet side street off Middle Street is beautifully kept by one of the other residents, with flower pots everywhere. The cottage is ideal for a couple or small family. The kitchen is compact but has everything you need for any meal preparation. Everything worked well. The king size bed in the main bedroom was extremely comfortable, lovely bedding and very clean. We slept well every night. The bunk bed in the other room was large and looked very comfy too. Plenty of pillows and blankets. My only criticisms would be that the drainage could do with a bit of attention. The small sink in the kitchen was almost totally blocked and water took an age to drain away. Needs properly unblocked. The drain in the shower is also getting a bit slow, probably due to a build up of hair, so could probably do with some deep cleaning too. The central heating boiler is in the main bedroom and if the heating comes on the pipes make quite a bit of noise. Thankfully I was able to turn the heating off on the thermostat downstairs but this might be a problem in winter if you're trying to sleep with the heating on. Also - anyone over 6 foot needs to be careful with some of the doorways which are quite low, as well as in the shower. Some clearer instruction on the recycling and food waste would be nice, but apart from that we loved our stay.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Inike A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alles in allem war der Aufenthalt gut.Das Cottage hat eine tolle Lage, es war sauber und gepflegt. Alles, was in der Küche benötigt wurde war vorhanden. Die Ablagemöglichkeiten für Kleidung haben wir allerdings vermisst.Positiv hervorheben möchten wir, die jeweils schnelle Antwort auf Fragen und die sofortige Hilfe bei dem Warm- Wasser - Problem.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2025