The Old Dairy

Herne Bay, CT6 7HQ, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.5/10! <small>(score from <b>11</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
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Scored 9
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Rated superb
11 reviews
a living room with a couch and a coffee table at The Old Dairy in Herne Bay
a living room with a coffee table and a tv at The Old Dairy in Herne Bay
a brick building with two windows and a door at The Old Dairy in Herne Bay
a bedroom with a bed with white sheets and pillows at The Old Dairy in Herne Bay
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The Old Dairy

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  • Entire home
  • 969 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • View
  • Garden
  • Washing machine
  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Parking on site

The Old Dairy, a property with a garden, is situated in Herne Bay, 11 km from Canterbury Cathedral, 11 km from Canterbury East Train Station, as well as 24 km from Granville Theatre. Offering free private parking, the 4-star holiday home is 10 km from Canterbury WestTrain Station. The property is non-smoking and is set 11 km from University of Kent. The holiday home features 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a stovetop, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom. Guests at The Old Dairy will be able to enjoy activities in and around Herne Bay, like golfing, cycling and fishing. Sandwich Railway Station is 26 km from the accommodation, while Sandown Castle is 33 km away. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 99 km from The Old Dairy.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free parking

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free private parking available on-site

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Accommodation Type
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1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.5
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  • Amanda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The location was perfect for what we were looking for. The accommodation was clean, very comfortable and had everything we needed. Elaine and Gareth were very friendly.”
  • Chavanut
    Thailand Thailand
    “Kind Elaine gave us a very warm welcome. Comfortable with all facilities. Great location to Whitstable Herne Bay Canterbury and Broadstairs.”
  • Steve
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Comfortable & well equipped accommodation in a quiet but central location in the village. Friendly & helpful hosts. The Old Dairy is conveniently located for the regular bus service allowing you to leave the car behind. Local shop & pubs within...”

Managed by Sykes Holiday Cottages

Company review score: 9.1Based on 76,346 reviews from 21772 properties
21772 managed properties

Company information

Sykes Holiday Cottages is an independent holiday cottage rental agency, with the finest selection of holidays across the UK and Ireland. Whether it’s a family-friendly holiday, a pet-friendly holiday or an activity and adventure-filled holiday, find your ideal UK break with Sykes Holiday Cottages. Our sister brands include Abersoch Quality Homes, Best of Suffolk, Carbis Bay Holidays, Character Cottages, Coast and Country Cottages, Coast and Country Holidays, Cornish Cottage Holidays, Dream Cottages, Heart of the Lakes, Helpful Holidays, Hideaways, Hogans Irish Cottages, John Bray, Lakes Cottage Holidays, Lake District Lodge Holidays, Lakelovers, Manor Cottages, Menai Holidays, Northumbria Coast & Country, Welsh Coast and Country Cottages and Yorkshire Coastal Cottages, and our family extends as far as Bachcare in New Zealand.

Property information

Situated in the quiet village of Herne, near Herne Bay is the lovely cottage of The Old Dairy. This former dairy is all on the ground floor and offers welcoming accommodation, which is perfect for couples. The bright and airy cottage has a sitting room, a delightful dining area and welcoming fitted kitchen. The Old Diary sleeps two and has one double bedroom, plus a shower room. Outside, there is off road parking for one car and a garden with decked area which is perfect to dine in after a day out exploring the area. Within walking distance from The Old Dairy, is a Post Office with store and two pubs. Herne Bay is a lovely resort with many amenities and there are also many seaside towns and attractions nearby. The Old Dairy is a perfect cottage for all year round.

Neighbourhood information

The small village of Herne in Kent is conveniently located within walking distance of the seaside resort of Herne Bay which has two miles of seafront with its colourful beach huts and has opportunities to row, yacht and jet ski ride. Herne Bay has many amenities including ice cream parlours, cafes, restaurants and pubs. There are also many wonderful events and festivals that take place in the town during the summer. Just six miles away is Whitstable which has a harbour, fish market, cafes, restaurants, shops and Oyster fishing boats. Twelve miles away is the popular seaside resort of Margate which offers donkey rides and a pretty harbour. Also nearby is the magnificent city of Canterbury. The city has a stunning cathedral which is the oldest in England. There is something for everyone within this delightful region of Kent.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Old Dairy
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    No internet access available.
    Kitchen
    • Children's high chair
    • Stovetop
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Bath or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Seating Area
    Room Amenities
    • Heating
    Outdoors
    • Garden
    Activities
    • Beach
    • Cycling
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Outdoor & View
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Detached
    Miscellaneous
    • Non-smoking throughout
    Safety & security
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    The Old Dairy takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    Until 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    There is no capacity for cots at this property.

    There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted The Old Dairy accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    FAQs about The Old Dairy

    • The Old Dairy can accommodate the following group size:

      • 2 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • The Old Dairy has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 1 bedroom

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Check-in at The Old Dairy is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • The Old Dairy is 1.3 miles from the centre of Herne Bay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at The Old Dairy may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • The Old Dairy offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Fishing
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Beach

    • Yes, The Old Dairy is popular with guests booking family stays.