The Writer's House

56 Saint Dunstans Street, Canterbury, CT2 8BS, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.6/10! <small>(score from <b>7</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.7
Scored 9.7
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
7 reviews

Lovely house with lots of character. Perfect location.

Agnes Belgium
a kitchen counter with a sink and a window at The Writer's House in Canterbury
a book shelf with books and a clock on it at The Writer's House in Canterbury
a man in a boat on a river with a castle at The Writer's House in Canterbury
a bed with two pillows on top of it at The Writer's House in Canterbury
a group of people walking down a street in front of a building at The Writer's House in Canterbury
+11 photos

The Writer's House

Lock in a great price for The Writer's House – rated 9.7 by recent guests!

to get started.

Lock in a great price for The Writer's House – rated 9.7 by recent guests! to get started.
  • Entire apartment
  • 129 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Bathtub

The Writer's House is located in Canterbury, just 1.7 miles from University of Kent and 16 miles from Sandwich Railway Station. During your time at this recently renovated apartment, which dates back to 17th century, you'll have access to free Wifi. Eurotunnel UK is 17 miles from the apartment and Folkestone Central Railway Station is 19 miles away. The apartment features 3 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Popular points of interest near The Writer's House include Canterbury WestTrain Station, Canterbury East Train Station, and Canterbury Cathedral. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 57 miles from the accommodation.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Show me more
Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Saved to 19 lists

Availability

Select dates to see this property's availability and prices

—
Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 full bed
Bedroom 2:
1 full bed
Bedroom 3:
2 twin beds
and
1 full bed
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.6
High score for Canterbury
Select topics to read reviews:

See what guests loved the most:

  • Agnes
    Belgium Belgium
    “Lovely house with lots of character. Perfect location.”
  • Elisabeth
    Austria Austria
    “Das Haus ist einfach großartig, es ist als würde man in einem Agatha Christie Film wohnen. Großteils wurde alles wie es wohl vor 70-80 Jahren eingerichtet wurde belassen. Die Küche ist neu und modern, alles notwendige Geschirr vorhanden. Gute...”
  • Konrad
    Germany Germany
    “Es war gut eingerichtet, nur die Betten waren etwas kurz für uns.”

Managed by Euan

Company review score: 9.4Based on 46 reviews from 4 properties
4 managed properties

Company info

I love meeting people from different parts of the world and I will always do my best to make your stay as comfortable as possible.

Property info

Whether you are here for business or a holiday, The Writers House is the perfect base in Canterbury. Stylish four bedroom 17th Century townhouse located just outside the city walls, this beautiful historic house is a hidden gem in Kent. 24hr check-in available on request Fast Wifi and smart TV Available for longer stays so please contact us for the best discounts. 0.4 Miles / 0.6 km / 10 min walk to Canterbury Cathedral. 4 min walk to High street shops, Westgate Towers & River boat tours. 20 min walk from Canterbury Christchurch Uni. 7 min walk to Marlowe Theatre. 4 min walk to High street shops, Westgate Towers & River boat tours. 5 min walk from Canterbury West high speed rail station. Three Large double bedrooms. One large twin bedroom. Fully equipped kitchen. Comfortable lounge and dining area. Modern bathroom with seperate toilet. Newly renovated to a high standard. Fresh linen, towels & essentials provided. Washing machine. Internet & TV. Complimentary tea and coffee. Professionally cleaned every time Various parking options.

Neighborhood info

You are right on the doorstep of this bustling historic city. Your choice of fine dining, takeaways, traditional English pubs and big name restaurants all within 5 minutes walk. Visit the Cathedral, The Marlowe Theatre, Franciscan Gardens, St Augustines Abbey, Roman Museum, Westgate Tower and Gardens and take a trip on the river. Canterbury is well connected to the local area by trains, buses and taxis. If you have a bike there is a lovely cycle along the river into a countryside park.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of The Writer's House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
Parking
No parking available.
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linens
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Heating
  • Iron
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Miscellaneous
  • Smoke-free property
  • Family rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

The Writer's House takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 5:00 PM

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

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

1 crib available on request.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about The Writer's House

  • Check-in at The Writer's House is from 5:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The Writer's House can accommodate this group size:

    • 8 guests

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

  • The Writer's House is 2,300 feet from the center of Canterbury. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, The Writer's House is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The Writer's House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • The prices at The Writer's House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • The Writer's House has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 3 bedrooms

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