The Coach House | A Cottage & Garden By The Sea

Entire cottage in Margate, United Kingdom

  1. 4 guests
  2. 2 bedrooms
  3. 2 beds
  4. 1 bath
Hosted by Mary Ann
  1. Superhost
  2. 5 years hosting

Listing highlights

Top 5% of homes

This home is highly ranked based on ratings, reviews, and reliability.

Self check-in

Check yourself in with the lockbox.

Walkable area

Guests say this area is easy to get around.
Welcome to the Coach House – an 1830s listed mews cottage on a historic square right by the beach and on the edge of Margate’s Old Town.

This is a central, cocooning and calming retreat, whether you're sightseeing or beachcombing.

Walk 10 seconds to see the sea, 5 minutes and you're on the sand, or 1 second to sit in the garden.

We've furnished the home slowly, with mid-century treasures, contemporary pieces, and a few Georgian antiques as a nod to the building's beginnings.

The space
The 1830s Coach House facade is traditional and charming. Step through the door and you’ll discover a large, contemporary open plan space – perfect for dining, lounging and being together.

The living space
The main living space is open, light and calm, furnished with a mix of contemporary pieces, mid-century treasures and a few Georgian antiques, as well as lots of soft textures for a serene, cosy feel.

Period features mingle with contemporary statements, like a polished concrete floor (with cosy underfloor heating), an exposed steel beam, and an open staircase.

In summer you'll enjoy the indoor-outdoor living and in winter it feels like a cocooning retreat.

The courtyard garden
Wide doors open to the decked garden, where you'll find olive trees, lush green plants, bench seating, a bistro set, a mid-century lounger, and outdoor lighting.

It's the perfect spot for morning coffee, afternoon sunbathing, or evening drinks.

The bedrooms
Upstairs, you'll find two cosy and comfy bedrooms, each with their own dedicated working space as well as plenty of storage for your clothes and belongings.

The beds are made with crisp white Egyptian cotton linens, and Casper mattresses make for deep, restful sleep.

The bathroom
The bathroom is light and spacious, with a rainfall shower.

Extras to enjoy
- A Marshall speaker
- Board games
- Books
- Beach towels
- A beach bag and picnic blanket

Book now
Book your stay now with Instant Book, or click the 'heart' to add the Coach House to your wishlist.

Guest access
When you book the Coach House, the entire cottage and garden are exclusively yours to enjoy.

Other things to note
Important notes before you book

- The open stairs have no treads or bannister, so before booking please take extra care to check that all members of your group will be able to use the stairs safely. Unfortunately the stairs aren't 'child friendly', so please book at your own discretion.

-Please kindly remember to pack bedding suitable for the travel cot if required. Given the children of different ages have varying requirements, it can be challenging to anticipate each parent’s specific needs.

- There's no TV in the cottage, so please bring devices if you're keen to watch shows and movies.

- There's no washing machine or dishwasher, though we do provide a clothes drying rack for any hand washing, swimming costumes or beach towels.

- While there isn't a full oven, there is a small/medium combined microwave/grill/oven and a full, 4-ring NEFF gas hob

- We hope everything is just as it should be when you arrive. If there’s anything that needs sorting, please let us know straight away via Airbnb messaging. That way, we can take care of it for you and make sure your stay is 5*.

Where you’ll sleep

What this place offers

Shared beach access
Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Free street parking

Select check-in date

Add your travel dates for exact pricing

Rated 4.95 out of 5 from 155 reviews.

Guest favorite
This home is in the top 5% of eligible listings based on ratings, reviews, and reliability
0 of 0 items showing

Overall rating

  1. 5 stars, 95% of reviews
  2. 4 stars, 5% of reviews
  3. 3 stars, 0% of reviews
  4. 2 stars, 0% of reviews
  5. 1 stars, 0% of reviews

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for value

0 of 0 items showing

Where you’ll be

Margate, Kent, United Kingdom

Neighborhood highlights

The Coach House is nestled in our favourite spot in Margate, on a historic square that's brimming with character.

You'll be staying a stone's throw from the Old Town, one street away from the beach, and close by community favourites including the legendary The Rose In June pub, Fort's coffee, and Haeckels shop and HQ.

Margate is a pretty magical place. Huge 'Turner' skies; water that calms you – whether it's gentle or raging; relentless creativity and craft; brilliant people; and an incredible food and drink scene that (we think) beats London's best foodie neighbourhoods. There's nothing quite like it.

We love these lines, shared by co-host Kate:

"Don’t come to Margate expecting a chocolate-box seaside town, if this is what you’re looking for go to Whistable. Margate is romantic but rough around the edges, interesting and edgy, gentrified and deprived, proud and pungent (that’ll be the seaweed), on-the-up yet not forgetting it’s humble roots. Above all it is memorable."
- Alex and Rachel Otterwell, Object magazine

Meet your host

Superhost
155 reviews
4.95 out of 5 average rating
5 years of hosting
My work: Creative consultant
Lives in England, United Kingdom
I'm a writer and creative consultant, with a love of interiors, nature, reading, and eating! We are so happy to share the Margate home we’ve created, so guests can experience everything we love about Margate. Sea swimming, beach combing, long walks, big skies, fresh air, next-level coffee, the amazing food and drink scene, the creativity, and the brilliant people. It’s all here. Enjoy!

Mary Ann is a Superhost

Superhosts are experienced, highly rated hosts who are committed to providing great stays for guests.

Co-hosts

  • Kate

Host details

Response rate: 100%
Responds within an hour
To help protect your payment, always use Airbnb to send money and communicate with hosts.

Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 3:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
4 guests maximum
Safety & property
Exterior security cameras on property
Heights without rails or protection
Carbon monoxide alarm