Annie's Cottage, Well Cottage and The Chapel, are all part of a unique property known as Manston Court. This very old, beautiful, historic, grade 11 listed building, is situated on the edge of Manston Village, centrally located on the Isle of Thanet, and approximately 4 miles from Broadstairs, Ramsgate and Margate beaches. This part of the Kent coast is renowned for its gorgeous sandy beaches and pretty villages. The historic towns of Dover, Folkestone and Canterbury are only a 30 and 45 minute drive away. So whether you are looking for a relaxing, romantic, cultural or energetic holiday, this part of Kent will not disappoint. And for those wanting to stay closer to home, Westwood Cross Shopping Centre is only 2 miles away, with a large choice of shops, restaurants and a multi screen cinema, which should keep everyone happy.
Annie's Cottage is the more characterful of the two, one bedroomed cottages at Manston Court. The wealth of exposed brick, beams and flint walls, make Annie's Cottage the perfect place for a relaxing romantic break. For greater flexibility, the bed settee in the sitting room allows for additional guests. Annies Cottage has a 4 Star rating from the English Tourism Council. www.qualityintourism.com. For further details, please click on 'Annies Cottage' at the top of the page.
Well Cottage is bright, charming and more modern in style. This cottage was a former well house and pump room, and sits above a 200' capped well. Well Cottage is on one level, and is particularly popular with guests who have mobility issues. There is one double bedroom, and with a bed settee in the sitting room, it can accommodate up to 4 guests. Well Cottage has a 3 star rating from the English Tourism Council, www.qualityintourism.com. For further details, please click on the 'Well Cottage' link at the top of the page.
The Chapel (the building with the tallest roof), is a very large, luxurious, 3 bedroom property, and has been given a Gold, 4 Star rating from the English Tourism Council, www.qualityintourism.com. It can sleep between 2 and 10 guests. Part of this building dates back to the 13th century whilst the remainder dates back to the 18th century. It even has a servants bell still in place! As a holiday property, the full size pool table, Wii and xbox 360, make it perfect for entertaining both families and adults. The characterful, well equipped, open plan kitchen on the first floor, creates the perfect environment for catering and entertaining. In the main bedroom. the high ceiling, chandelier and king size 4 poster bed, give this opulent room a very romantic feel. The two further bedrooms on the second floor, with their own unique character, both have super king (6'0") zip link beds. All bedrooms have their own ensuite, as well as a 22 inch television with an inbuilt dvd. To accommodate additional guests, there are two single 3 foot portable beds, a 4 foot portable bed and a travel cot available, which can be placed in any of the rooms. For further details, please click on 'The Chapel' link at the top of the page.
These properties can all be rented out individually, or as a group for a special occasion or holiday.
For any enquiries please call us on - (+44) 01843 823371, or email us at anniescottage1@aol.com
We are members of the English Tourism Council/Quality in Tourism, and the ITTA (Isle of Thanet Tourist Association).