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Stonihoe

Dungeness, Kent
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Waterside views
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
Fishing on site / nearby
Quirky
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Quirky converted railway carriage in peaceful location
  • Woodburner in sitting room for cosy evenings overlooking the beach with the sea beyond
  • Located within a 468-acre nature reserve, perfect for nature lovers
Overview
Property code: BT079

This converted railway carriage is found at the unique seaside location of Dungeness. Known as England’s only desert, Dungeness is strangely beautiful and often attracts photographers on high-end fashion shoots, thanks to its stunning light qualities. There is also an abundance of wildlife here and it will suit nature lovers and walkers as much as keen photographers. The lighthouse is open to the public on certain days each month and offers great views out to sea. Also nearby is the Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Railway, a great day out and you can even see the steam trains go past from the property’s decked area.

The main door to this 1880s railway carriage is to the side of the property and opens into a hallway area for storing boots, etc. The washing machine is also here, as is the property’s original water pump. The property’s living area is light and airy, perfectly in keeping with the surroundings. It has a large comfortable sofa, chair and woodburner, as well as a TV and radio. From here there are beautiful views across the shingle beach with the sea beyond. Stepping through the carriage’s original door will bring you to the kitchen, with all its modern appliances, including electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. There is also seating for four at the dining table, or on sunny days open the bi-fold doors and enjoy meals out on the decked area. Leading off the lounge is the master bedroom, which has a double bed and a walk-in wardrobe. It also benefits from a seating area in the window. The second bedroom has a single cabin-style bed which easily converts to a double, there is also a telescope in here, and the unpolluted Dungeness skies make stargazing here a fascinating experience. The bright bathroom has a shower over the bath. Please note that height is restricted in certain areas of the property.

Step outside this property and straight into the stunning nature reserve. There is a decked area with table and chairs, which leads directly onto the shingle and, to the rear of the property, an original railway bench from Dungeness station. Parking is available for two cars.

 

  • Two bedrooms – One double, one single cabin bed that can be converted to a double
  • One bathroom with shower over the bath and WC
  • Electric hob and oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, cafetiere and washing machine 
  • Travel cot and high-chair
  • Wood burner
  • Smart TV, Radio and CD Player
  • Starlink high speed internet available
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Off-street parking for several cars
  • Please note that the floor to ceiling height in some locations are much lower than standard domestic dwellings. 
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 15:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £200 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £25. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.
 

Joice Wisdom

This property is personally managed by Joice.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 57 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Joanne 19th April 2024

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Reviewed by David 12th April 2024

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brilliant and the power station is awesome - very close to the RH&D railway great place but use the Pilot pub as the food is great Watch out for the fox at dusk.

Reviewed by Lindsay 15th March 2024

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This was our 3rd stay at Stonihoe & we have already booked our 4th, which says how much we love the carriage, the wild beauty of its location & the chance it affords to escape from the modern day world. Stonihoe has everything possible provided for self catering & the Pilot Inn up the road serves the best food for eating out locally. The steam traiRead moren is a favourite trip of ours & the RSPB is only a few miles away Hide

Reviewed by Pat 1st March 2024

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A very stylish and well thought out railway carriage adaptation. Well equipped and comfortable. Dungeness may not be pretty, but it has a lot of character and interest.

Reviewed by Andrew 16th February 2024

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Just what we wanted for staying at a venue we love. The quirkiness of the cottage with its core of the railway carriage, the provision of comfort and views, heating and cooking facilities, and the position on the beach made for a wonderful break. We will be back.

Reviewed by Melissa 11th February 2024

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Reviewed by Doreen 5th January 2024

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Stonihoe is a trip to another world. Quiet, relaxing, wonderful scenery, log fire, panoramic views from the cottage.

Reviewed by Geoffrey 22nd December 2023

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Reviewed by Paul 6th December 2023

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Quirky, individual accommodation. Fascinating location but also easily accessible for other locations in Kent and Sussex. Great for birding both by the cottage, nearby RSPB Dungeness and further afield. Comfortable, warm and very well equipped. I enjoyed the welcome pack and the family of foxes that visited the garden.

Reviewed by Helen 30th November 2023

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Stonihoe is simply perfect in every way. Everything you need to spend days of R&R is in the cottage too... And you don't need to leave the space to enjoy your time away. The position on the estate is just wonderful and full of atmosphere with plenty of walking just outside the door. We were warm and comfortable during some petty chilly and wet weatRead moreher too. The bed was wonderfully comfortable and I slept so very well there. We will stay here again as soon as we are able. Hide

Reviewed by Sharon 3rd November 2023

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Although some people don't 'get' it, you can't beat Dungeness as a location. It is magical. The cottage was warm and cosy and a perfect place to relax. Comfortable and with everything you'd need for a perfect escape.

Reviewed by Diana 27th October 2023

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We really appreciated the welcome package of wine and coffee etc it was a nice touch. Unfortunately we were forced home early because of the bad weather and warnings of the storm coming. The nearby end of line cafe and Britannia pub was handy. The few days we had were comfortable.

Reviewed by Christine 13th October 2023

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Absolutely adorable and wonderful. Stonihoe is an enchanting, friendly and welcoming hide away from the big, bad world. Spent most of our time feeding the foxes and admiring the wilderness that is Dungeness. Thank you!

Reviewed by Mabelle 29th September 2023

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Stonihoe is a characterful building with a railway carriage at its centre. Great location, great views. Dungeness never fails to deliver its calming spectacle of changing light, weather, wildlife and flora.

Reviewed by Julie 15th September 2023

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Our second time at the cottage. Love the quiet and wildness of Dungeness and surrounding areas. The storms are amazing

Reviewed by Angela 1st September 2023

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Weve just returned from our third stay at Stonihoe. It was a really relaxing week with perfect weather. Everything we needed was provided, plus some lovely welcome gifts! In the back garden we saw foxes, rabbits and a hare. For the first time we saw dolphins from the beach, near the end of the board walk. From the front garden I loved watching the Read moretrains arriving at the station. Eating out can be done at The Pilot (huge portions), the Station and The Britannia if you dont feel like cooking. Hide

Reviewed by Ann 28th July 2023

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Great little cottage would recommend

Reviewed by Sarah 22nd July 2023

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Perfect little cottage for a getaway for a small family. Lovely hosts - excellent comms.

Reviewed by David 14th July 2023

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Very good location with the view out of the windows at the rear unobstructed. This gave a sense of space and stillness which is what we were seeking for our holiday. A very nice welcome pack was provided which was a nice gesture.

Reviewed by Neil 7th July 2023

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The great advantage of Stonihoe is its location. Even when the Ness is crowded, the view across the stones to the sea from the cottage remains empty and elemental. And the view from the dining table of the sunset, once the crowds have gone home, is just wonderful.

Reviewed by Caroline 1st July 2023

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Great place to stay, peaceful, relaxing but cleanliness needs to be improved. Ive said No to recommend a friend, but it would be a Yes if the feedback on cleaning was addressed.

Reviewed by Roger 9th June 2023

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Reviewed by Lorna 28th May 2023

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What a fascinating place! Absolutely gorgeous little place. The cabin was the cutest although my son kept banging his head! Everything you need for a getaway to get away from the hustle of day to day life. WiFi very poor so not great having two teens in the evening when they want to watch netflix or connect with friends. Also very very windy. Take Read morea hat! Hide

Reviewed by Marie 19th May 2023

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We had a fabulous time at Dungerness The views from the property were unsurpassed, dont think we could have found a better one. Sunsets were amazing We will holiday again here again if the issues with shower and the internet can be sorted.

Reviewed by Caroline 28th April 2023

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Amazing place. The cabin has fantastic views and gets masses of south-facing sunlight, and leads straight onto the beach. There's loads to do round there: nature, history (loads of old churches & military history), easy (flat!) walks. Location & view are fabulous. The cabin has masses of visitor information, kitchen equipment, games, CDs, DVDs, & *Read moretwo* telescopes: we could watch the (many) ships on the Channel, and also could use it to see the moon! Hide

Reviewed by Claire 21st April 2023

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A really lovely stay in an incredible location. We had everything we needed and the instructions provided for everything were really clear. It was surprisingly spacious too. Highly recommended.

Reviewed by Lisa 14th April 2023

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What an incredible place. Unbeatable location and very cosy and comfortable. We absolutely loved it. And the welcome tipple was much appreciated too.! Thank you!

Reviewed by Jacky 1st April 2023

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We so enjoyed our second stay in Dungeness. We love the atmosphere there and the accomodation is perfect for us.

Reviewed by Ann 24th March 2023

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A delightful quirky cottage in a wonderful spot, it suited our needs very well. Anyone taller than us might feel restricted.

Reviewed by David 15th March 2023

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The views and location of this cottage are superb. The cottage was clean and the kitchen incredibly well equipped (to the detriment of any food storage area). The lounge and bed room have unapparelled views and are very comfy (especially with the log burner on). The downsides are well documented - the internet speed is glacial and the headroom limiRead moreted (I am 6' 2" and it was all duck and dive!). Hide

Reviewed by Sandy 10th March 2023

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The best holiday in a long time, just so peaceful and a delightful property. Very welcoming from the host and very responsive if we had a question. We had everything we needed, and very grateful for the opportunity to stay in Stonihoe. Thank you.

Reviewed by Helen 24th February 2023

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A lovely peaceful week. The property was well organised,lots of storage, beds really comfortable.

Reviewed by Irene 19th February 2023

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We (3 from Germany) have spent four wonderful days. I loved this place with its view to the channel , the shingle and the open space. The cottage is pleasant furnished and full of seaside - and railway - atmosphere. A very special place! The kitchen is best equipped for cooking. Its nice to use the oven and the cottage keeps also warm with the elecRead moretric heaters. Also the two bedrooms are very comfortable. The owner is very helpful with answering questions. Definitely want to come back again! Hide

Reviewed by Sophie 17th February 2023

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Lovely setting and very charming cottage, well equipped kitchen and views of the beach.

Reviewed by Sarah 10th February 2023

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We loved our stay at Stonihoe, the location is perfect and we could have stayed for at least another week just relaxing and staring out the window! It's very cosy and cute, a perfect winter break to unwind.

Reviewed by Angela 3rd February 2023

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We were surprised with the great level of equipment and bedding! We didn't have to go out and buy a thing except food. This does make a difference. The cottage was cosy, comfortable and ideal for fishing, people watching, star gazing, watching the sunrises from the comfort of the bed, 2 minutes to the nearest pub, and the list goes on we will definRead moreitely be back! Thank you so much for a memorable holiday on our anniversary week. Hide

Reviewed by Philip 31st January 2023

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Reviewed by Roy 20th January 2023

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Another wonderful relaxing week in this amazing location. The perfect place to unwind.

Reviewed by Kath 6th January 2023

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Thought it was all fantastic . Lovely property , well equipped , wonderful location . Definitely recommend it for a weekend away from it all Thank you

Reviewed by Lee 9th December 2022

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Reviewed by Mrs 2nd December 2022

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Reviewed by Claire 25th November 2022

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Reviewed by Doreen 11th November 2022

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Reviewed by Diana 4th November 2022

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Reviewed by Jonathan 1st November 2022

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Absolutely loved our stay. The weather was wild, the cottage was cozy and scenery was magnificent. 3 nights wasn't long enough! Thank you

Reviewed by Julie 7th October 2022

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What an amazing place to stay. Such a lovely quiet place . Fantastic walks and sunsets , even looking out to sea of an evening watching all the ships in the channel was amazing. Will be checking the website to book again for next year . Just loved it .

Reviewed by Nick 30th September 2022

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Excellent location. Absolutely stunning. Very warm and efficient wood burning stove. Highly recommended.

Reviewed by Mabelle 23rd September 2022

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A perfect spot for star-gazing, wildlife gazing and getting close to birdlife and fox-life right outside your door. The neighbours are a delight and add enormously to the enjoyment and approach to this very special place. We will miss the hunting kestrels and our visits to the fish shack and shop. Thank heavens for places such as Stonihoe.

Reviewed by Christine 28th August 2022

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Rustic holiday cottage with character. Welcome pack was nice and facilities were fine. Sofa in the lounge was a bit lumpy to sit on but the beds were comfortable.

Reviewed by James 6th August 2022

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Absolutely loved the place. Cant believe we finally got to stay in Dungeness for a start. Every night we enjoyed fantastic sunsets. Its so peaceful, great for a good nights sleep. We were blessed with a family of foxes living next door. So lucky to see them. Fantastic art gallery next door too. Would definitely stay here again and would recommend tRead morehis to anyone wanting to experience the magic of Dungeness. Such a unique place. Hide

Reviewed by Lisa 29th July 2022

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The cottage is in such an amazing, peaceful, other-wordly setting. Well-equipped and comfortable (not for tall people) Neighbours and locals were so welcoming and friendly with great recommendations, though long walks along the beautiful beaches were all that was needed!

Reviewed by Helen 27th June 2022

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Superb location only a few minutes walk from the sea. Comfortable and well equipped accommodation (not suitable for tall people!). We particularly enjoyed watching the family of foxes living almost next door and having the beach almost to ourselves.

Reviewed by Roger 10th June 2022

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Reviewed by Jean 20th May 2022

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Reviewed by Tina 13th May 2022

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Lovely little cottage right on the beach in Dungeness. 100 foot from the RH&DR station. We had a great day on the train to Hythe. We had fresh seafood every day from either of the 2 local vendors. We bought treasures from the local artists. A lovely week away from it all. If you're planning on logging into the office while you're on holiday, you wiRead morell have to be very patient. Turn off all other devices and it's ok. Forget Netflix or Spotify, just sit outside and watch the world go by. Hide

Reviewed by Joanne 22nd April 2022

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Perfect getaway , never used the tv just sat and enjoyed what was going on outside the windows. So comfortable and light during the day and wonderfully dark at night.

Reviewed by Michael 15th April 2022

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The location was great & so convenient for daily fishing. The cottage is quirky and the neighbours were friendly. The bed was very comfortable, but sofa's were not.

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