Harriet House B&B – A Favorite for Families in Canterbury
About the Hotel
Rooms & Accommodations
Harriet House B&B offers six room types: Double, Twin, Single, Cosy Double, and two Superior King Size rooms. All include en-suite shower rooms with free toiletries, flat-screen TVs, Nespresso coffee makers, kettles, fridges, and combination safes. The ground-floor Double Room has plantation shutters. The first-floor Twin Room features two single beds. The Cosy Double Room has sloping ceilings and is on the second floor. Superior King Size rooms contain super king-size beds and additional living space.
Dining & Breakfast
Breakfast is cooked to order and served in the sunny breakfast room and conservatory. Options include English breakfast with free-range eggs from a local farm and meat from an award-winning butcher, smoked salmon, homemade pancakes, waffles, and freshly baked bread. Vegetarian, vegan, and special dietary needs are accommodated with prior request.
Location & Transportation
Harriet House is a 15-minute riverside walk from Canterbury city center. It is 0.5 miles from Canterbury West Railway Station (56 minutes to London) and 1 km from Canterbury West. The property is less than 1 mile from Canterbury Cathedral, Canterbury Castle, The Canterbury Tales, and the Marlowe Theatre. London City Airport is 100 km away.
Services & Facilities
The B&B provides free CCTV-monitored gated parking, free Wi-Fi, ironing facilities, and a garden with seating for smokers. Safety features include carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, a security system, and first aid kits. The property is non-smoking and does not offer room service, business facilities, or child services.
Local Area & Attractions
Canterbury is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with two castles, six museums, and medieval attractions. Shopping includes Whitefriars retail development and independent boutiques on Harbour Street in nearby Whitstable. The Marlowe Theatre hosts touring West End shows. The area contains multiple pubs, bars, and restaurants.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Safe deposit box
- VIP check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Special diet menus
Children
- Cots
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor