Fog Signal Building

The highlights

• Formerly a foghorn testing station with a steel tower, this is now an unforgettable holiday retreat featuring an industrial design, opulent limestone floors and underfloor heating.
• Immerse yourself in the soothing sounds of the sea.
• Spend time relaxing, reading or enjoying some music on the Bose sound system whilst taking in the dramatic unspoiled landscape around you.
• Cook up a storm in the beautifully equipped kitchen.
• The estate in which the building sits is a bed of seemingly endless pebbles surrounded by a unique and fascinating landscape.

You should know

• Up to two dogs are welcome at a slight added cost.

The detail

Experience the ultimate one-of-a-kind escape at the Fog Signal Building, nestled on the shingle bank of Dungeness. Once a foghorn testing station complete with a steel tower, this remarkable structure has been reborn as an unforgettable holiday haven boasting an industrial design, a limestone floor with luxurious underfloor heating, an indulgent bathroom, and contemporary furnishings.

Immerse yourself in the soothing sounds of the sea and the melodies of birds at this captivating and elegant seaside retreat for two. With breathtaking vistas from every vantage point, this is truly a "room with a view." Whether you're unwinding, reading, creating culinary delights in the superbly equipped kitchen, or enjoying music on the Bose sound system, the dramatic, unspoiled landscape surrounding you beckons you to explore the utterly unique Dungeness.

Craft a lasting memory as you gaze upon Dungeness from the "Fog Signal," a former foghorn testing station overseen by Trinity House, originally established by Henry VIII.

Meticulously designed and furnished with top-tier Miele appliances, the interior features a limestone floor with underfloor heating, a striking bare oak ceiling, floor-to-ceiling glass windows, and exquisite contemporary furniture. This ensures not only an exceptional stay but also a supremely comfortable and unforgettable one.

The estate housing this building rests upon a bed of seemingly endless pebbles, encircled by an extraordinary and captivating landscape. The sea beckons you from the front, while the vast expanse of Romney Marsh stretches out behind. Not to be forgotten is the truly intriguing backdrop of the Nuclear Power station, akin to being in the midst of a film set.

The interior has been elevated with the finest fittings and materials, and the addition of a log burner in the open-plan sitting and dining area makes it perfect for cozy winter getaways. Through the expansive windows and magnificent double doors, catch a glimpse of "Cap Gris Nez," the closest point in France to England on a clear day.

The lavish bathroom features two teak baths and a shower, perfect for unwinding after a long walk. As evening falls, transform the space and retire to the sleeping area, drawing the bespoke curtains to envelop yourself completely.

Truly one of our most unique vacation cottages in Dungeness, relish a stay at this extraordinary retreat for two, nestled within a National Nature Reserve. It guarantees an exceptionally memorable and tranquil escape.

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