Guests say
Pines Cottage is a spacious and well-equipped holiday home, ideal for families and groups, with each bedroom offering en suite facilities. Guests praise the beautiful gardens, sea views, and proximity to coastal walks and local attractions. The cottage is comfortable and warm, with high-end kitchen appliances and helpful staff. While some mention minor issues with cleanliness, décor, and the access road, the overall experience is highly positive, with many guests keen to return.
Most guests found the cottage clean and comfortable, though a few noted areas needing a deeper clean or some attention, such as bathroom tiles and dining chairs. Overall, cleanliness is good but could be improved in some details.
The location is highly praised for its beautiful gardens, sea views, and easy access to the beach, coastal walks, and local pubs. The only minor drawback mentioned is the condition of the access road.
Guests consistently mention comfortable beds, spacious rooms, and the benefit of en suite bathrooms for each bedroom. The cottage is warm and well-suited for multi-generational groups.
The cottage is very well equipped, especially the kitchen, and offers excellent facilities such as en suites for all bedrooms. Some guests noted the TV is small and a few maintenance issues, but overall facilities are highly rated.
Guests appreciated the helpfulness of the host and staff, prompt responses to requests, and thoughtful touches like flexible bed arrangements. While gifts are not mentioned, the attentive service stands out, though such gestures cannot be guaranteed.
About this property
Stunning property in picturesque gardens with sea views and lovely walks nearby.. 6 steps to entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV
Dining area: Patio Doors Leading To Private Patio Area
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet, Grab Rail, Bath Seat
Bedroom 2: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 3: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)
Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 4: 2 x Zip and Link Single Beds (Super Kingsize On Request)
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Highchair available on request. Small enclosed patio with garden furniture. Enclosed grounds with patio and garden furniture (shared with the public). Electric car charging point. Private parking for 2 cars; additional parking on request. No smoking. Please note: There is a lake in the grounds.. Pines Cottage is tucked away in the picturesque area of St Margaret’s Bay, Dover. With plenty of space for up to eight guests, with four en-suite bedrooms, a modern fully equipped kitchen and living/dining area, all on one level. The views of the gardens, woodland and sea are spectacular from the patio, and the beach and coastal trails are on the doorstep. Guests can enjoy the 6 acres of Pines Garden (open to the public until dusk) and its tea room.
The owner has introduced and incorporated up-cycled, recycled and reused items and elements in every room. All carpet tiles use nylon recycled from waste off cuts, returned carpets and salvaged fishing nets, whilst the hallway barrier mats are made from recycled car tyres. The interior walls were finished with a magnesium oxide board, and painted with a paint which uses no solvents.
Pines Garden is an organically-managed garden which has a lake, a grass labyrinth and beds growing food crops and edible flowers. Founded by ’Flowering’ Fred Cleary in 1971, the garden contains many beautiful and unusual mature trees and shrubs, including walnut, fig and pomegranate trees. It uses both old and new models for sustainable land management, and the garden has been run organically since 2002. Emphasis is placed on working in harmony with the natural systems, composting, recycling and learning how to use natural predators to control pests.
There is a a pub/restaurant on the beach, just a 2-minute walk, and booking is advised. There is a bus service that runs to and from St Margaret’s-at-Cliffe village, and there is a train station at Martin Mill which is 3 miles away.
Free WiFi
One or more beds can be linked to form double or twin beds (please advise the owner of your preference soon after booking).
There is open water in the property grounds.
Reviews (27)
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely holiday place. Thought the state of the dining chairs seat covers were a bit marked and stained. But otherwise everything very good.
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Anne Cooper
We really enjoyed our week in Pines Cottage. In such beautiful surroundings and many places within easy reach to visit. Plenty of room for the 5 of us in very comfy beds. I would highly recommend it.
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Behrz
Amazing views of sea and garden. Well equipped kitchen, Inspiring care for the environment. Fantastic tea room next to the garden. I will love to go again.