Find a comfortable holiday letting in Canterbury
You will need to find somewhere to stay if you're planning to visit Canterbury in Kent for a fantastic self-catered holiday break. Made famous by its impressive cathedral and because it is the home to Christianity in England, Canterbury is a interesting place to visit. Its perfect mix of countryside and seaside living provides visitors with the best of both worlds, other attractions to the town include The Chaucer Canterbury Tales exhibit,river tours, museums and there is also excellent pubs, shopping and walks to make for a great day out. Please click on photographs of properties to see more details, also click to discover more self-catering holiday properties in Kent.
Various styles of holiday lettings near Canterbury
There are many different kinds of holiday cottage that can be rented on a self-catering break, depending on who you are travelling with and what you are looking for. If you are coming with a large group, then there are houses to rent with multiple bedrooms and bathrooms, plus a communal living space so you can all spend some quality time together. If you are visiting with your partner, then there are several small 2-person cottages available for couples, so that you can experience a romantic holiday, just for the two of you. Look for compact but smart accommodation that has a large bed, at least king-size but preferably super-king. American visitors who are used to bigger beds than the British may be especially interested in holiday accommodation with super-king beds. You might also want to choose accommodation with added bonuses such as a spa bath, balcony or a private garden, to make your trip even more memorable.
The difference between budget accommodation and luxury in Canterbury
Basic holiday accommodation will have all essential furniture and equipment to be able to live and relax whilst away from home. The kitchens will be equipped with cooking facilities, a refrigerator, perhaps washing maching and so on.
Expectations of luxury accommodation are higher in most aspects: the quality of furnishings and appliances, a wider range of appliances and gadgets, the latest entertainment facilities such as streaming for film and music, perhaps a home cinema in the larger properties.
Almost all holiday homes have WiFi Internet. The more expensive may have faster fibre broadband, security entrance systems, extra gadgets in the kitchen such as coffee makers, ice machines, steam ovens. Extra facilities may be a sauna, steam room, gym or swimming pool.
Superior soft furnishings
One would expect co-ordinated soft furnishings in rooms, top quality bedlinen and towels, silk or wool rugs.
Canterbury is a popular holiday destination in Kent
One of the most beautiful parts of Kent is the cathedral city of Canterbury, and it makes a wonderful choice of destination for a self-catering holiday. This historic town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site set on the banks of the River Stour, and you can spend hours roaming its cobbled streets, popping into independent shops and simply soaking up the history of this fascinating place. Canterbury’s most famous site is its cathedral, one of the oldest and well-known in the UK, but it is also home to the ruins of a Norman castle and St Augustine’s Abbey, noteworthy for being where Christianity was first brought to England.
As well as several other historical buildings and interesting museums to discover, Canterbury has so many more attractions to keep everyone happy when on holiday here. There are a few theatres and art galleries, quaint pubs, cafes and restaurants serving cuisine from all around the world, and there are also places just outside of the city to explore if you fancy discovering a bit of nature. The Blean Woods National Nature Reserve is a beautiful area of ancient woodland just 4 miles away, and here you can go on long walking trails and cycling paths, or even try some horse riding.
Canterbury is special, and although it can be quite bustling as it is one of the most-visited cities in the UK, it is worth it for its history and to experience its charm. There are many holiday cottages available to rent here, from apartments in the heart of the city where you can walk to all of the main attractions, or cottages nestled on the edge, which are more secluded and better for those who prefer a bit of peace and quiet. If you want to experience one of the prettiest and most exciting parts of Kent, yet feel like a local as well, then Canterbury is a fantastic choice for this kind of holiday.
An alternative is to rent a holiday home near Canterbury and drive in, or use public transport which avoids the difficult parking situations in the town.
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