# Artistic Getaway, Near Beach, Galleries & Shops Cliftonville, United Kingdom (general area) ## About the house A renovated former piano shop, Ballarat House has colourful interiors and bedrooms supplied with hotel-quality linen, extra pillows and blankets. Two twin bedrooms are set up as singles by default; each can be arranged with a king-size bed if requested well in advance. The main living room has a woodburner, Netflix and board games. A separate downstairs living room has its own kitchen. The main fully equipped kitchen has a range and a large wooden dining table, with an oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, kettle, coffee/tea maker, utensils and cooking basics. Outside, a secluded walled garden has a pergola and barbecue; a balcony is also available. Facilities include Wi-Fi, a laptop-friendly workspace, washing machine, dryer, drying rack, heating, TV, iron, hair dryer, clothing storage, room-darkening shades, hot water and a bathtub. Family equipment includes a baby crib, travel crib, high chair, children's dinnerware, children's books and fireplace guards. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, a first aid kit and fire extinguisher are provided. The home is suitable for children and infants. Guests have private access to the entire building through a private entrance. Self-check-in is available, luggage drop-off is allowed, and support is available around the clock. Long-term stays are also allowed. Free street parking is usually available nearby, but spaces are not guaranteed. The coast is a few minutes' walk away. Turner Contemporary, Shell Grotto, Winter Gardens, Margate Caves, Walpole Bay tidal pool, The Libertines' Albion Rooms and Northdown Road's cafes and shops are a five-minute walk away. Margate Main Sands, Dreamland, Harbour Arm and the Old Town are a few minutes further on foot. There are many steps into and within the home, and the street can occasionally be noisy. Guests: 10 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 3 Wi-Fi: Yes · Wireless internet is available. Workspace: Yes · A laptop-friendly workspace is available. Parking: Yes · Free street parking is usually available within a short walk; surrounding streets offer alternatives when nearby spaces are occupied. Pets allowed: Yes · A pet fee applies. Up to two house-trained dogs, each no larger than a Labrador, are allowed. Dogs must stay off beds and furniture and must never be left alone in the house. Guests must clear up pet mess or pay an additional cleaning fee. Kitchen: Yes · A fully equipped main kitchen with a range and dining table, plus a separate kitchen in the downstairs living area. Washing machine: Yes · A washing machine, dryer and drying rack are available. There are many steps into and within the home. The street can occasionally be noisy; light sleepers should consider sleeping at the back. Street parking is subject to available spaces. The coast is a few minutes' walk away; Walpole Bay tidal pool is a five-minute walk away, with Margate Main Sands a few minutes further on foot. Many local places are within strolling distance, and the Thanet Loop bus serves destinations farther afield. The booking guest must be at least 25. A Rental Agreement must be signed after booking confirmation, and official ID may be requested at check-in or during the stay. Only guests included in the reservation are allowed unless agreed in advance. No smoking of any kind indoors; do not leave cigarette butts in the garden. Failure to comply with these smoking rules incurs a £300 penalty. Use LED candles only. Optional cleaning is available at an extra cost and must be booked in advance. Optional firewood costs £15 for a full basket. Guests must cover damage and any necessary extra cleaning charges. The source discloses management-monitored security cameras throughout the property, but does not specify their exact locations. Confirm camera locations with the host before booking. A pet fee applies, with a maximum of two house-trained dogs no larger than a Labrador; dogs must stay off beds and furniture and must not be left alone. Guests must clear pet mess or incur an additional cleaning fee. Request king-size arrangements for the two twin bedrooms well in advance; singles are the default. Cancellation terms provide a 100% refund up to 14 days before arrival and a 50% refund up to 7 days before arrival. 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