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Rumbosun

Rumbosun

4.5
out of 5
Ratings from 12 reviews
92% of guests
recommend
Cleanliness
4.8
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.4
Location
5.0
Value
4.2
Customer
Service
4.7

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Rumbosun is a traditional fisherman’s cottage just moments from the idyllic Kingsdown Beach, the perfect place to spend a relaxing seaside holiday. Situated in the charming North Road famous for it rows of pretty cottages, which leads directly to the beach, this family-owned holiday home sleeps four people and would suit couples, families or a small group of friends. There are two pubs close by and the pretty village of Kingsdown is only a short walk away. The vibrant town of Deal is approximately two miles away. For those wishing to cycle or walk, there is beautiful cycle and walking path that runs along the entire beach-front and takes you to Walmer Castle, quiet beaches and into the heart of Deal. Pets are welcome too.

Lovely quiet cottage

Review submitted on Sun, 13 Jul 2025
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a very comfortable stay in Rumbosun. The cottage has everything you need and the location is great for walks to St Margaret’s Bay and Deal.
We did flag a few things up with the letting agent on our departure, particularly the garden which is in need of some tlc as dome of the bushes were very overgrown. We received a prompt reply to say that these would be sorted.

Jo from Sudbury stayed at Rumbosun for 4 nights in July 2025


Stunning location

Review submitted on Wed, 18 Jun 2025
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
What a great find! Beautiful rustic cottage in a wonderful location . Within a stones throw of the beach and 2 pubs you really couldn't ask for more. There was everything you need in the cottage for a very comfortable stay and a garden to sit in the sun. 10 mins at the most to drive into Deal if we wanted more shops and bars.
We were there for 3 nights and would have stayed longer if we could have - wonderful

Louise from Brentwood Essex stayed at Rumbosun for 3 nights in June 2025


Our stay in Kingsdown

Review submitted on Sun, 08 Dec 2024
4.3
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Fabulous location, the cottage is well equipped and provided a good base to come back to after exploring the area.

Suzy from Shorne, Gravesham stayed at Rumbosun for 3 nights in December 2024


Absolutely recommend Rumbosun

Review submitted on Wed, 11 Sep 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Booked the cottage for my elderly parents and they absolutely LOVED it. Lovely location, really well looked-after and cozy, good beds, tasteful interior. They’ll come again!

Guest from Ringwould stayed at Rumbosun for 4 nights in August 2024


Great week

Review submitted on Thu, 15 Aug 2024
4.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
The cottage was compact but had everything needed for our stay. As noted by previous guests the sofas weren't very comfortable and were very low. Also the mattresses were very soft. Oven wasn't working but Keepers Cottages arranged for someone to fix it towards the end of our stay.
Perfect location right by the beach and great fish and chips at The Rising Sun pub at end of road and friendly staff.

Jeannie from New Eltham stayed at Rumbosun for 7 nights in August 2024


Excellent location

Review submitted on Sun, 21 Jul 2024
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
I have stayed in the area previously but wanted a suitable place to bring my dog. The cottage didn't disappoint.
There is a lot of space in this cottage with a lovely big garden, which is a real sun trap.
The cottage is clean and has character with two lovely bedrooms up a very steep flight of stairs.
The only issue was the uncomfortable sofas as they are very low.
The cottage is a couple of minutes walk from the beach and the wonderful Zetland Arms which serves morning coffee and Swedish buns. You can walk from the cottage to Deal, without being on the road, it takes about 1 hour. This was ideal for us and the dog.
Perfect!

Lorraine from Wokingham stayed at Rumbosun for 4 nights in July 2024


Perfect cottage

Review submitted on Tue, 18 Jun 2024
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Enjoyed our stay as usual been many times before and just such a lovely location and perfect cottage

dave from Todmorden stayed at Rumbosun for 9 nights in June 2024


Disappointing

Review submitted on Wed, 03 Apr 2024
3.2
out of 5
Guest doesn't recommend this property
Cleanliness
3.0
Comfort
2.0
Condition
3.0
Location
5.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
3.0
Very well-located cottage, but overall disappointing. Very poor value for money. There is only a downstairs bathroom, which is very inconvenient. The cottage was freezing cold in late March (not sure if the heating was even on?). It generally had a look of not being cared for, and coasting on its (excellent) location. At least the kitchen was well-appointed (if tiny). Given it was only marginally less expensive per night than Downs Cottage around the corner for it (where we had a most excellent stay in 2022), this was truly very disappointing. We only stayed one night so didn’t bother making a fuss.

Guest from London stayed at Rumbosun for 2 nights in March 2024


Rum bosun stay

Review submitted on Tue, 20 Jun 2023
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We’ve been several times to Rum bosun and it never disappoints - lovely cottage in an idyllic location

Guest from Todmorden stayed at Rumbosun for 9 nights in June 2023


Perfect Holiday

Review submitted on Mon, 20 Jun 2022
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
The Cottage is charming has a lovely holiday feel and is in a perfect location will definitely stay again

Guest from Todmorden stayed at Rumbosun for 8 nights in June 2022


Wonderful Haven

Review submitted on Mon, 19 Jul 2021
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
The cottage is a wonderful haven, the charming front garden is an invitation into the welcoming, cosy space within.
The rooms all flow through comfortably and the decor has a great beach vibe.
The kitchen is well equipped and the shower is great.
The garden is sunny with perfect shady spots and easy access for bikes to be stored at the rear.
Fantastic to be able to go straight onto beach pretty much from both rear and front gardens.
The sofas do not offer the best comfort and the dining area is a bit dark, particularly in Winter. We resolved this by putting a side lamp in the far corner on the dining table which may not be suitable with a larger group.
That being said, we have stayed in the cottage a few times and would be very happy to back there.

Meredith from stayed at Rumbosun for 7 nights in July 2021


Tea on the beach

Review submitted on Tue, 06 Jul 2021
4.3
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
Nothing better than making a cuppa, walking 2 mins up to beach and enjoying the view! This is why this cottage is in such a perfect location. We know Kingsdown very well and although the weather did not behave itself, it was lovely to be back. The cottage is very well equipped and nicely furnished (not the usual beach chic) and the garden is a good size and sheltered from any sea breezes.
The beach community is very friendly and someone will always stop for a chat, it's a great place to watch the world go by. It was very rejuvenating after lockdown.
A note for the less abled...the stairs are VERY steep, but if you use the rope bannister carefully they're fine.
We parked round the back, which meant we could access cottage through the back garden gate, this relieves pressure for spaces for the residents in North road.

Catherine from London stayed at Rumbosun for 7 nights in June 2021