| The House of Agnes takes its name from the Charles Dickens'' story, David Copperfield. In the book, the building was the home of Agnes Wickfield and several passages describe aspects of both the exterior and interior of the historic building.
The heritage garden and buildings are rich in history; as well as Roman artefacts, an extremely rare scientific instrument, known as an “astrolabic quadrant” and dating from 1388 was unearthed during recent renovations. It was described as "one of the greatest ever scientific discoveries of its kind in the world" and is currently on show at the British Museum.
Close to Canterbury city centre, Ann’s House is a beautiful Victorian house restored to its original grandeur. With en suite rooms it offers free Wi-Fi and free parking.
Individually designed bedrooms offer comfortable and homely accommodation. All come with TV’s, hair dryers and tea/coffee making facilities.
A full English breakfast is served in the dining room, along with a fine selection of tea, marmalades and jams. Ann’s can also cater for vegetarian and special dietary requirements.
Anne’s is just a 5-minute walk from Canterbury Cathedral and Canterbury West Train Station. The city centre has many lovely restaurants and tea rooms, and Westgate Gardens is also close by.
The beaches at Whitstable and Herne Bay are 10-minute drive, whilst Margate and the ferry at Ramsgate are just 20 miles away. The Eurotunnel is 13 miles from Anne’s House.
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