A relaxed, family-friendly seaside home with direct beach access, perfect for families or friends seeking space, comfort, and shared time. Sleeps 11 across 5 bedrooms, including 3 ensuite (one ground floor) and a shared shower room. Enjoy a huge vaulted kitchen-diner with a 3m solid bamboo table, cozy lounges, and a fabulous outside terrace with closable roof pergola and 2m-round dining table — perfect for al fresco meals in any English weather.
The space
Step into Springhaven, a relaxed, family-friendly seaside home designed for shared time, comfort, and effortless coastal living.
Living Spaces
Enjoy a spacious sitting room with comfy sofas and a cushioned window seat, a separate TV room, and a sun-filled garden-facing room, all opening onto front and rear gardens that are well screened for privacy and shelter from the wind.
The modern, vaulted kitchen-diner is the heart of the home, featuring NEFF appliances (oven, hob, warming drawer, microwave, dishwasher), a large fridge, DeLonghi bean-to-cup coffee machine, toaster, kettle, sharp knives, and a full complement of utensils, crockery, glasses, and cutlery.
A large peninsula with bar stools opens onto the dining space with a custom 3m bamboo table, seating 10 comfortably (12 at a push), perfect for family or group meals. Through the kitchen, a utility room houses the washing machine and tumble dryer.
Also on the ground floor is a double bedroom with ensuite shower and a family loo for convenience.
Outdoor Spaces
Step outside to the beautifully maintained garden and terrace, designed for relaxing and dining in any weather. A closable pergola shelters a comfortable outdoor lounge for 10, perfect for afternoon drinks or reading. The large round dining table (over 2m diameter) sits under another closable pergola for al fresco meals protected from sun or rain, alongside a full-size BBQ, making it easy to enjoy shared time outdoors regardless of the unpredictable English summer.
Bedrooms
First Floor: Two master bedrooms, both spacious and stylishly modernised. Each has a 6’ (1.8m) bed, a period-style bathroom (one with a freestanding slipper bath), and access to the front balcony.
Top Floor: A large double bedroom (5’4” / 1.6m bed) and a triple room with two singles (90cm / 3’) and a pull-out mattress that creates an extra single (3 total) or converts one single into a super-king. To use the extra bed, please select 11 guests when booking — a modest additional charge applies to cover setup. Both top-floor rooms offer sea views, along with a further shower room.
3D Virtual Tour
Explore the home in detail with our interactive 3D virtual tour: Springhaven 3D Tour — perfect for getting a feel for the layout and spaces before you arrive.Ask us for a link - as Airbnb blocks web links here.
Guest access
Guests have full access to the entire property (excluding a locked garage and boiler room) including all indoor living areas, bedrooms, bathrooms, garden, terrace with closable pergola, outdoor lounge, large dining table, and BBQ.
Springhaven is located in a private cul-de-sac, overlooking a private green, just behind the sea wall. It's ideally located for exploring the Kent coast. A 10-minute stroll along the sea wall brings you to Dymchurch village, a charming seaside spot with everything you need close to home. Pick up fresh pastries and coffee, explore the amusements, or hop aboard the Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway — a miniature steam railway delighting families since 1927. Kids will also love the traditional English seaside funfair.
Eat, Drink & Relax
Casual & Family Dining
- The Ship Inn – classic pub fare just a two-minute walk.
- Beach 48 – family-favourite fish & chips in the village.
- The Fig, Rye – quaint breakfast and brunch spots a short drive away.
- The Lazy Shack, Hythe – relaxed spot for breakfast, lunch, coffee, and homemade cakes.
Something Special
- Rocksalt, Folkestone – fine dining overlooking the harbour, with a focus on local ingredients.
- Hide & Fox, Saltwood – Michelin-starred cuisine just 20 minutes away.
- Boys Hall, Ashford – elegant British menus in a 17th-century house, especially for Sunday roasts.
Days Out for Everyone
- Port Lympne Safari Park – meet giraffes, rhinos, and more at this stunning wildlife reserve.
- Dungeness – a unique shingle landscape with a working lighthouse and nature reserve.
- Hythe – browse independent shops and cafés or stroll along the Royal Military Canal.-
- Folkestone Harbour Arm – artisan food stalls, sea views, and family events.
Discover Kent’s Flavours
Kent is known as the Garden of England. Within 30–40 minutes, explore award-winning vineyards such as Simpsons, Chapel Down, and Domaine Evremond for tours and tastings. Closer to home, enjoy local farm shops, markets, and traditional country pubs — perfect for a leisurely afternoon outing.
A Little Further Afield
- Canterbury – stunning cathedral and medieval streets.
- Dover – castle, White Cliffs, and sweeping Channel views.
- Rye – cobbled lanes, antique shops, and cosy tea rooms.
Practical Information:
Dymchurch village – 10 min walk
Hythe – 10 min by car
Folkestone – 20 min by car
Canterbury / Dover – 40–50 min by car
Other things to note
Other Details / Practical Information
Perfect for families: Springhaven is designed for multi-generational families or groups of friends, with flexible bedroom arrangements, open-plan living, and shared spaces for everyone to enjoy together.
Parking: Ample space for multiple cars, making it easy for family arrivals.
WiFi & Entertainment: Free WiFi throughout, plus a Smart TV so you can access your own Netflix, Amazon Prime, or other streaming services. Books and games are also provided for children and adults.
Linens & Towels: High quality bedlinen and bath towels provided; guests should bring their own beach towels if planning to swim or visit the beach.
Outdoor spaces: Garden, terrace with closable pergola, outdoor lounge, large round dining table, and BBQ — perfect for family meals, shared celebrations, and outdoor fun in any English weather.
Accessibility: Ground-floor bedroom with ensuite and open-plan spaces, ideal for older family members or those with mobility needs.
Arrival amenities & pantry basics: Tea, coffee, sugar, salt, pepper, olive oil, vinegar, dishwasher tablets, foil, and clingfilm are provided to help families settle in comfortably.
For little ones: Travel cot and high chair available on request (please bring your own cot linens).
Springhaven combines coastal charm, modern comfort, and effortless relaxation, making it the ultimate family retreat on the Kent coast — perfect for creating memorable moments across generations.
