The Boat House
Canterbury, Southern England
Set near Canterbury, The Boat House sleeps eight, making it a solid choice for larger families or groups wanting space and a Kent base for exploring together.
Wildlife outings are easy from here, with Wingham Wildlife Park 2.8 miles away and Wildwood a little further at 4.3 miles, while the Monkton Field Study Centre adds another option for younger visitors. Sturry station, about 4.2 miles off, offers a rail link for day trips further afield, and Herne Bay beach, roughly five miles away with excellent water quality, is within easy reach for a day by the sea. Between the history of Canterbury and the coast at Herne Bay, this cottage gives a group plenty to choose from.
Wildlife outings are easy from here, with Wingham Wildlife Park 2.8 miles away and Wildwood a little further at 4.3 miles, while the Monkton Field Study Centre adds another option for younger visitors. Sturry station, about 4.2 miles off, offers a rail link for day trips further afield, and Herne Bay beach, roughly five miles away with excellent water quality, is within easy reach for a day by the sea. Between the history of Canterbury and the coast at Herne Bay, this cottage gives a group plenty to choose from.
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🦁 Zoos & Wildlife · 2.8 mi
Wingham Wildlife Park
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🦁 Zoos & Wildlife · 4.3 mi
Wildwood
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Howletts Wild Animal Park
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The Seaside Museum
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🏛️ Museums & Galleries · 5.4 mi
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