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No.2 Martello Tower (tower)

Home:28983
Sleeps up to:6   (3 bedrooms)
Rates:£750 to £1400 per week
Nearest beach:Warren/Sunny Sands: 0.3 km
Will consider:Long term lets (over 1 month)
Short-breaks (4 days or fewer)
Corporate bookings
Changeover day:Fri
Access:Car not necessary
Nearest amenities: 1 km
Family friendly?Suitable for children of all ages
Suitable for the elderly or infirm
Notes:No pets allowed
No smoking at this property
Self-catering

Home description

The Martello Tower was part of a chain of 74 built along the South Coast around 1806 to prevent invasion by Napoleon and the French. Each circular Martello was designed with a high entrance door, cannon on the top capable of firing in any direction and accommodation for a 24 strong garrison.

The Tower is built from 1/4 million bricks with walls which range from a massive 13 foot thick on the seaward side to 6 foot on the landward side. The 2 narrow original windows are still present on the middle floor. Extra windows were added in the 1960's when the Tower was converted to residential use.

The Tower has modern spacious accommodation spread over three floors but retains many original features, including vaulted brick ceilings, ammunition store and even the original door to the top with a hatch to pass cannon balls through.

Only 25 Towers now remain standing on the South Coast and only 10 are residential. No.2 has all the best features of any of the Martello conversions and is the only south coast Tower available for short term holiday let.

Martello Tower No.2
Martello Tower No.2
View of Warren and White Cliffs
View of Warren and White Cliffs
Middle floor arches, curves and circles
Middle floor arches, curves and circles
Top floor space and windows for best views
Top floor space and windows for best views
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The South East England / Kent region

Kent, the Garden of England, is, as you would expect, a rural county with lots of open countryside. The cathedral city of Canterbury is well known as a site of historic interest as well as a good shopping centre!

Kent is the Gateway to Europe with Calais only a short ferry or Eurotunnel train trip away.


Folkestone / East Cliff, Folkestone area

The town of Folkestone was once a bustling Victorian holiday destination and evidence of the Victorian spendour is still in evidence with the Leas promenade being an ideal location for an evening walk with a view. Below the Leas is the Lower Coastal park which has recently been regenerated and now forms a scenic landscaped area with open air theatre and large children's adventure playground. During last Summer 'Dave' the dolphin became a daily visitor just off the beach and has become a local celebrity!

Folkestone is still a lively fishing port and the local catch can be enjoyed fresh from the fishing boats and from the seafood stalls surrounding the harbour.

In nearby Hythe is the terminus of the Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Railway which is well worth a visit for adults and children alike. The Royal Military Canal stretches out from Hythe, the canal being a wide defensive ditch built at a similar time to the Martello Towers.

For animal lovers the two zoo parks of Port Lympne (featured in the CBBC TV series 'Roar') and Howletts are close at hand. White Cliff Country around Dover is within easy reach and Canterbury is only 20 minutes away by car.

It goes without saying that there are beaches galore to enjoy within an easy walk of the Tower, the very closest being the 'Sunny Sands' and the Warren.


How to get there

Travel to Folkestone on the M20 and leave at junction 13. Turn right (3rd exit at the junction roundabout) and take the 1st exit at the next roundabout. Following the main road at the foot of the hills take the 1st then 2nd then 3rd exits from next roundabouts.

Then following signs for Harbour, Warren and Martello Tower Visitors Centre after about 0.3 km turn off the main road (actually going straight on) into Wear Bay Road. Follow the road until sea is on your left and about half way down the hill turn right into the Martello Tower drive (between houses 63 and 64). The postcode is CT19 6PX for Sat Navs.

If travelling from the continent the Martello Tower is about 10 minutes from the Channel Tunnel terminal and the Ashford International (Eurostar) station is about 20 minutes drive away.


Activities near Folkestone

Sports:
Tennis in town
Watersports
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing

Great for:
Walking holidays
Beach or lakeside relaxation
Cycling holidays


Facilities

Luxuries:Log fire, DVD player, Sea view
General:Central heating, TV, Video player, CD player
Standard:Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer
Utilities:Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine
Rooms:Bedrooms (3), Bathrooms (1), En suite (1)
Furniture:Single beds (2), Double beds (2), Cots (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6, Sleeps maximum of 6
Other:Linen and towels provided.
Highchair available.
Outdoors:Balcony / Terrace, Private garden, BBQ, Climbing frame, Swing set, Trampoline
Access:Secure parking

Further details indoors:
The Tower is accessed via an external staircase up to the original middle floor entrance. The doorway leads into the open plan living space comprising modern kitchen, lounge and dining area. This circular room features a central brick pillar which supports the vaulted ceiling and benefits from a wood burning stove, comfy sofas and large circular oak dining table. Patio doors lead to the balcony with views over Folkestone Harbour and the garden.

Downstairs there is a double bedroom in the original vaulted ammunition store and a wedge shaped twin room (with ample space for additional cot). The family bathroom boasts a large Victorian roll top bath and separate shower.

The top floor is reached via a stone staircase set in the Tower wall. The gun level top room has a partitioned off double bedroom and en suite shower room. The remaining majority of the circle is an additional living room which has windows on the top of the parapet and a conical roof.

From on high panoramic views can be enjoyed including the White Cliffs of Dover, the shoreline and beaches and the town. On a clear day you will even glimpse the White Cliffs of France and Calais 22 miles away. More to the west you will see Dungeness, Fairlight and the North Downs disappearing into the distance. All quite spectacular!

Further details outdoors:
Ample car parking is available on private driveway.

The property is surrounded by a large secluded garden which has lawned areas, mature trees and fish pond.
The garden has decked areas, a barbecue for guest use, garden furniture and children's playhouse and large trampoline.


Further details

**** Strictly no smoking ****
No stag parties / hen parties


Rental rates

Rental prices originally quoted in: British £Convert to:
Prices for group size 6
PeriodFrom
To
Weekly
Nightly rate Minimum 
stay
WeekdayWeekend
Early Spring 2010 2 Jan 1026 Mar 10£ 7501001503 Nights
Spring 2010 26 Mar 1028 May 10£ 8751201603 Nights
Early Summer 28 May 1023 Jul 10£ 1,0501501903 Nights
Summer 2010 23 Jul 103 Sep 10£ 1,3502002403 Nights
Autumn 2010 3 Sep 101 Nov 10£ 1,0501501903 Nights
Winter 2010 1 Nov 1024 Dec 10£ 8751201653 Nights
Christmas/New Year 24 Dec 103 Jan 11£ 1,4002602603 Nights
Early Spring 2011 3 Jan 1118 Mar 11£ 8001151603 Nights
Spring 2011 18 Mar 1127 May 11£ 9251251753 Nights

The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

Weekends - 3 nights Friday to Monday

Midweek - 4 nights Monday to Friday

PAYPAL available for overseas visitors


Guestbook for No.2 Martello Tower

A wonderful place full of character. The views are amazing. Could sit and watch the world go by all day A wonderful stay and we are sad to leave.

A wonderful place to stay. Magnificent views from a unique property steeped in history. We really enjoyed the tranquil setting and beautiful coastal walks, we will definitely be back.


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