Airbnb Whitstable: 12 of the coolest places to stay in Whitstable

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Parking: Free on premises

For a unique Airbnb in Whitstable, look no further than this quirky shepherd's hut with a seriously snuggly interior. The luxury hut is located close to the harbour and offers a homely place to stay, with all the comforts including a double bed, underfloor heating in the winter months and a kitchenette. It's perfect for a couple.

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Parking: Free on street

This gorgeous Airbnb is located just steps from the beachfront in the popular Island Wall. Its lovely interiors make it ideal for whiling away the evenings in a stylishly rustic pad. The subtle coastal accents blend with period features, such as the barn-style door and hardwood floors. We love the intimate deck for alfresco relaxation on wooden benches.

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Parking: Free on premises

With its beach access, stunning kitchen filled with light and greenery, and a large fenced garden (ideal for four-legged guests), this gorgeous holiday home near the sea in Seasalter is worth checking out. The owner has an architect and design studio, which is why it looks like it could be an interiors magazine, and it's an excellent rental for entertaining, eating together and soaking up the seaside setting in style.

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Parking: Free on street

We love this stylish bolthole with a pink door just opposite the beach and harbour. The Airbnb in Whitstable is a cool spot to snuggle up in seaside-inspired surroundings, with its azure-panelled bedroom and chic kitchen. The homely living space is just the spot for curling up next to a rustic log pile.

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Parking: Free on street

This end of terrace fisherman’s cottage is split over two floors and has a lush garden and decking area for relaxing outside in the summer months. You'll find artwork, vintage lamps and original furniture around the Airbnb. When it's dark, the garden lights up with solar lighting to create a chilled place to hang out in the evenings.

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Parking: Free on street

If you're after a calm place to stay in the centre of town, you'll want to step inside this Airbnb in Whitstable. You can get cosy by the bright bay window in the living room as you watch Harbour Street life go by and relax on the mid-century furniture. The artwork celebrates the hip seaside town and there's a shared courtyard you can make use of. Owner Nicky has a beach hut you can hire for long, lazy days at the beach.

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Parking: For weekend stays only

This Airbnb in Whitstable's centre, on Oxford Street, is in a brilliant location for feasting on oysters and soaking up the seaside vibes. The flat is chic and comfortable, with calming interiors that make for a perfect spot to retire to after long days of exploring. We love the window seat for getting cosy with a book.

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Parking: Free on street

There's just something so cute about this seaside apartment for two, which is positioned across the road from Whitstable harbour and the beach. It's also ideally located for exploring Whitstable's high street, although the interiors are charming enough to keep you from straying, with bright spaces that combine whitewashed touches with a blue palette. The artwork and tiling are lovely additions too.

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Parking: Private driveway for one car

This Airbnb sits in the heart of Whitstable and is ideal for enjoying alfresco drinks in the garden and spending cosy evenings in the lounge. The characterful cottage is a five-minute walk from the beach and retains its original features from 1887, when it was built. There's an excellent kitchen for cooking up meals and three comfy bedrooms - perfect for a family break or trip away with the girls.

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Yes, that is a couch in the shape of a freestanding bath you can see by those beautiful windows; you can sit here and enjoy a coffee or a glass of wine, while also drinking in the view of the sea. This one-bedroom apartment is located in a historic Georgian terrace in Herne Bay, a quintessential seaside town that's a short drive (or cycle, or bus journey) from Whitstable. There's also a private seafront lawn or a beach just beyond it – another ideal spot for a sundowner.