Claim your favourite chair, pour a drink and settle in with the sea air. This private balcony is your front-row seat to Dymchurch’s huge skies and coastline — perfect for morning coffee, sundowners and doing absolutely nothing.
A kitchen unlike any other! Designed around the original curves of the Martello Tower, this beautifully fitted space combines centuries of history with everything you need for a fabulous group getaway.
Sleep within the thick historic walls of this extraordinary tower. One of four individually styled king bedrooms, each with its own en-suite, blending warm, luxurious interiors with the building’s original character.
Gather everyone around the table for long breakfasts, celebratory dinners and evenings that stretch on. Throw open the doors to the balcony and let the sea air become part of the occasion.
Dinner with a sea view? Absolutely. Fire up the built-in BBQ on the balcony, pour the drinks and enjoy an alfresco feast with the beach and huge Kent skies stretching out in front of you.
Sink into the huge curved sofa, designed to follow the shape of the tower itself. The perfect spot for the whole group to relax together after a day on the beach — or simply sit back and watch the world go by.
A landmark you normally walk past and wonder about and now you stay inside it. Martello 25 sits directly on Dymchurch seafront, with the beach just steps away and the Kent coastline waiting to be explored.
The heart of the tower! This spectacular curved kitchen island follows the shape of the building itself, creating a wonderfully sociable space for cooking, chatting and pouring that first glass of holiday wine.
Indoor-outdoor living with a difference. Slide open the doors from the top-floor living space and step straight onto the private balcony — perfect for letting the sunshine and sea air roll into your holiday.
Now THAT is a location. Martello 25 stands proudly beside Dymchurch beach, with the sea on one side and the village on the other. Park up, unpack and enjoy having the Kent coast quite literally at your feet.
A gorgeous twin room tucked within the historic walls of the tower. Warm exposed brick, soft lighting and comfortable beds create a cosy retreat for children, friends or family after a day exploring the coast.
Wake up somewhere extraordinary. This beautiful king bedroom combines original exposed brick with one of the tower’s deep window seats — a little nook created by walls that have stood here for centuries.
One of four beautifully designed bedrooms, where luxurious modern comfort meets the unmistakable curves and exposed brick of a historic Martello Tower. The perfect place to retreat after a day beside the sea.
Travelling with family or friends? Flexible twin beds make sharing easy, while deep blue upholstery, exposed brick and atmospheric lighting ensure this bedroom still feels every bit as special as the rest of the tower.
And THIS is why you came. Miles of Dymchurch beach right on your doorstep — for paddling and sandcastles in summer, windswept walks in winter and that unbeatable feeling of waking up beside the sea.
Pull up a stool for breakfast with a view. This little perch at the top of the tower is perfect for morning coffee, planning the day’s adventures or simply watching life along the coast.
Centuries of history, reimagined as an extraordinary coastal escape. From the outside, Martello 25 still has the imposing character of the original tower — step inside and an entirely different story unfolds.
Little guests are very welcome! We have thought about those all-important beach days, with buckets and spades ready for adventures on the sand just moments from your front door.
It is the thoughtful little corners that make Martello 25 special. A beautiful spot to get ready for dinner, with contemporary styling sitting effortlessly alongside the character of this historic building.
No need to pack up the car for a day at the seaside, the seaside is already here. Step outside and Dymchurch’s huge expanse of beach and sea stretches out right in front of you.
After salty-air walks and long beach days, retreat to one of four beautiful king bedrooms. Original exposed brick, soft lighting and luxurious touches make bedtime every bit as special as the days here.
Your cosy hideaway inside the tower. Sink into the sofas for a movie night, let the children claim their own space, or escape here with a good book when you fancy a quieter moment.
Even moving between floors feels like part of the adventure. The striking staircase winds its way through the tower, connecting centuries-old architecture with its beautifully transformed interiors.
Wash away the sand after a day on the beach beneath a fabulous rainfall shower. Modern, stylish bathrooms bring a little everyday luxury to this wonderfully unusual historic stay.
Quite possibly our favourite little hiding place. Curl up in this deep window seat carved into the tower’s thick walls, grab a book and enjoy a quiet moment inside a building with centuries of stories to tell.
It does not get much closer to the sea than this. Your very own historic Martello Tower, standing proudly on Dymchurch seafront with the beach and miles of coastline quite literally on the doorstep
Pop the cork — you’re on holiday! Take the fizz onto the balcony, fire up the BBQ and toast a getaway that’s anything but ordinary, with the sea air and Dymchurch coast as your backdrop.
A view framed by history. Look out through the tower windows towards Dymchurch and the surrounding coast — a wonderful reminder that you’re staying somewhere genuinely unlike anywhere else.
Old meets new beautifully throughout Martello 25. Original exposed brick and the tower’s curved walls sit alongside luxurious furnishings to create bedrooms packed with warmth and personality.
Follow the staircase upwards and watch the tower transform floor by floor, from cosy bedrooms and the cinema snug below to the spectacular open-plan living space waiting at the top.
Straight off the beach and covered in sand? No problem. The handy ground-floor shower room is perfect for rinsing off after a day by the sea before heading upstairs to relax — a little detail that makes beach holidays so much easier.
Claim this spot before anyone else does! Tucked into the enormous original walls, this gorgeous window seat is made for slow mornings, quiet reading and those rare holiday moments when there’s nowhere else you need to be.
Not your average holiday-let BBQ! Built straight into the balcony, it’s ready for everything from lazy lunches to sunset suppers — just add good food, cold drinks and your favourite people.
One tiny tower, one enormous view. From above, you can see just how extraordinary Martello 25’s position is — the historic landmark sitting proudly beside the vast sweep of Dymchurch beach.
Sink into a king-size bed after a day beside the sea. Rich textures, exposed brick and carefully chosen lighting create a wonderfully cocooning bedroom inside the solid walls of this historic tower.
You can literally walk through history here. Original stonework and steps have been carefully retained, preserving the raw character of the Martello Tower alongside its luxurious modern transformation.
Beautifully designed en-suites mean every bedroom gets its own private space. Contemporary fittings contrast with original exposed brick — another gorgeous meeting of Martello 25’s past and present.
Some features simply couldn’t be recreated. The depth of the original tower walls creates this magical window nook — the sort of place children will adore and grown-ups will secretly want for themselves.
Nothing cookie-cutter here. Deep blue upholstery, atmospheric lighting and original brickwork give each bedroom its own personality while keeping the warmth and character of the tower at its heart.
A little hotel-style luxury inside a 200-year-old fortification. Sleek dark tiling, a statement illuminated mirror and contemporary fittings make this en-suite feel wonderfully indulgent.
Look at the depth of those walls! This narrow window and exposed brick give you a glimpse of the tower’s original defensive architecture — historic details that make staying here an experience in itself.
The details matter. Warm, textured lighting and rich fabrics soften the tower’s rugged brickwork, creating bedrooms that feel luxurious and inviting without losing an ounce of their historic character.
Your own stylish en-suite just steps from bed. Every king bedroom has one, making group stays wonderfully easy — no bathroom rota required when everyone is getting ready for a day by the sea.
This is your neighbourhood for the weekend. Big skies, open water and the sound of the sea — perfect for early-morning walks, family beach days or wrapping up warm and wandering the shore in winter.
Movie night, anyone? This cosy cinema snug is made for piling onto the sofas together after a busy day — bring the popcorn, choose the film and settle in inside the wonderfully atmospheric tower walls.
Another of Martello 25’s beautifully finished en-suites, pairing contemporary design with original brickwork. Four king bedrooms and four en-suites mean groups can holiday together without sacrificing their own space.
Take your time getting ready — you’re on holiday. A dedicated dressing area gives you useful extra space while exposed brick and curved walls make even the practical corners of Martello 25 feel special.
Cleverly designed spaces make the most of every curve of this historic building, with private en-suite facilities sitting just off the bedroom and original brickwork tying the spaces beautifully together.
Miles of beach, huge skies and that wonderful feeling of being properly beside the sea. Dymchurch is glorious in summer, but we think windswept walks and cosy tower evenings make it pretty irresistible year-round.
Fresh, bright and beautifully finished, this private en-suite gives guests their own space to start and end the day — especially welcome when the tower is full of friends or family.
Imagine coming back sandy and windswept from the beach and stepping straight into this. A spacious modern shower sits alongside the tower’s original exposed brick — practical, luxurious and full of character.
And this is where the competition begins! Challenge the family to table football, put a film on afterwards and make this cosy lower-ground snug the headquarters for rainy days and late-night laughs.
BBQ with a coastal twist. Cook outside on the balcony while the sea breeze rolls in, then gather everyone together for dinner — because somehow food always tastes better on holiday.
A flexible bedroom made for family getaways, with twin beds, warm exposed brick and plenty of character. A cosy retreat at the end of a day filled with sand, sea and Dymchurch adventures.
Space to get ready without getting under everyone else’s feet! Thoughtfully designed bedroom areas and private en-suites make Martello 25 as practical for a group getaway as it is spectacular.
From beach to shower in minutes. Step back inside after a salty swim or sandy walk and freshen up in your own contemporary en-suite before the evening’s plans begin.
Your own little getting-ready space, complete with dressing table and natural light. Perfect when everyone is preparing for dinner — and another reason this tower works so brilliantly for group stays.
Rainy day? We genuinely don’t mind. Retreat to the snug, fire up Netflix and turn it into a proper movie afternoon inside the atmospheric brick walls of your very own Martello Tower.
A second living space means everyone can spread out. Let the children take over the snug, sneak away for some peace, or bring the whole gang together for games, films and relaxed evenings in.
Deep sofas, soft lighting and space for everyone to flop. After beach walks, sightseeing and sea air, this cosy snug is exactly where you’ll want to disappear for an hour… or three.
Martello 25 has been designed to feel special at every turn. Carefully chosen lighting, mirrors and furnishings bring warmth and luxury to the tower while allowing its incredible architecture to remain the star.
Even the practical bits are easy. Martello 25 has private parking, so arrive, unload and settle straight into tower life — then leave the car behind and enjoy having Dymchurch and the beach right on your doorstep.
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Martello 25

Dymchurch
Sleeps 10
Beds 4
Bathrooms 5

Some holiday homes give you somewhere beautiful to stay. Martello 25 gives you a story to become part of.

Standing beside the golden sands of Dymchurch since 1806, this extraordinary Napoleonic tower was built as part of Britain’s coastal defences against the threat of invasion by Napoleon Bonaparte. Tower 25 and neighbouring Tower 24 were positioned to protect the Marshland Sluice, an essential part of Romney Marsh’s historic drainage system.

After later serving as a café and then standing empty for many years, the tower has undergone a lengthy restoration. Today, its immense curved walls and original brickwork enclose a spectacular four-storey holiday home, where more than 200 years of history meet contemporary coastal luxury.

At the heart of the property, a breathtaking spiral staircase with a sweeping glass balustrade rises through the centre of the tower. As you climb, each level reveals another chapter: a cinema lounge, four beautifully appointed bedrooms and, at the very top, a panoramic living space overlooking Dymchurch’s vast sandy beach.

Sleeping up to ten guests, Martello 25 offers two luxurious king bedrooms and two beautifully styled twin bedrooms, each with its own en-suite shower room. A double sofa bed in the ground-floor snug provides additional sleeping space, making the tower ideal for families, groups of friends and multi-generational getaways. A fifth shower room is perfectly positioned for rinsing off sandy feet after a day beside the sea.

The top floor is the showpiece. Wrapped in windows, its bespoke curved kitchen, dining area and generous lounge allow the coastline to remain part of every moment. Step onto the private balcony, light the built-in Michelin recommended barbecue and enjoy dinner or drinks against an ever-changing backdrop of sea and sky.

Historic openings have become atmospheric window seats, original brickwork curves around beautifully styled rooms and an original staircase built within the thickness of the tower wall remains accessible for more adventurous guests to explore.

Pet friendly and moments from the beach, Martello 25 is far more than a coastal escape. It is the rare opportunity to live inside a remarkable piece of British history.

At a Glance

BBQ BBQ
Courtyard or Patio Courtyard or Patio
Family Friendly Family Friendly
Large Groups Large Groups
Non-smoking Non-smoking
Off Street Parking Off Street Parking
Pets Welcome Pets Welcome
Suitable for Workationing Suitable for Workationing
WiFi WiFi
Shop Nearby Shop Nearby
Working From Home Working From Home
Pub Nearby Pub Nearby
EV Car Charger EV Car Charger
Near Beach Near Beach
Travel Cot Travel Cot
Claim your favourite chair, pour a drink and settle in with the sea air. This private balcony is your front-row seat to Dymchurch’s huge skies and coastline — perfect for morning coffee, sundowners and doing absolutely nothing.
A kitchen unlike any other! Designed around the original curves of the Martello Tower, this beautifully fitted space combines centuries of history with everything you need for a fabulous group getaway.
Sleep within the thick historic walls of this extraordinary tower. One of four individually styled king bedrooms, each with its own en-suite, blending warm, luxurious interiors with the building’s original character.

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The Finer Details

Enter Martello 25 on the ground floor, where the tower’s magnificent exposed brickwork immediately reveals the scale and character of the building.

Here, the large snug and cinema lounge offers a relaxed retreat with deep sofas, a television and table football. It is perfect for family film nights or giving younger guests their own space. A double sofa bed allows the room to sleep two additional guests, taking the tower’s total capacity to ten.

Also on the ground floor is a useful utility room and a contemporary shower room. Its position makes it ideal after a day on Dymchurch beach. Come straight inside, wash away the sand and salt, and leave beachwear ready for another day. Beach toys are provided for younger visitors.

The spectacular central spiral staircase carries you upwards, bordered by a curved glass balustrade that allows light to flow between the tower’s four levels.

The first floor contains two beautifully styled king bedrooms, each with its own private en-suite shower room. Original curved brick walls, warm timber, softly layered lighting and coastal details create restful spaces that feel luxurious without disguising the building’s history. Both bedrooms also feature dedicated desks for quiet reading or working.

Continue to the second floor to find two beautifully appointed twin bedrooms, each with two single beds and its own private en-suite shower room. Ideal for children, teenagers or friends sharing, these rooms offer the same comfort and thoughtful styling as the king bedrooms. Deeply recessed former defensive openings have been transformed into atmospheric window seats, creating cosy corners in which to relax and admire the tower’s remarkable architecture.

Alongside the contemporary central staircase, the tower’s original staircase remains built into the thickness of the historic outer wall. It is still usable and offers adventurous guests a fascinating glimpse of how the building would once have been navigated.

At the top, Martello 25 opens into its extraordinary circular living space. A bespoke curved kitchen sits beneath panoramic windows, alongside a generous dining table and a large lounge designed for gathering together.

Glass doors open onto the private elevated balcony, where outdoor seating and a substantial built-in barbecue await. The barbecue is something to behold! Renowned for its cooking qualities and favoured by Michelin-starred chefs, it makes outdoor dining a real occasion. Cook dinner overlooking the beach, pour a glass of something chilled and watch the tide move across Dymchurch’s wide sandy shoreline. The perfect finale to a climb through more than two centuries of history.

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Things to Note

Check-in is from 3pm, giving you plenty of time to settle in and enjoy a leisurely afternoon and evening at the Tower. Check-out is at 10am, so there’s still time for a relaxed breakfast before you depart.

Two private parking spaces are included with your stay. If you’re travelling with additional vehicles, there is also a public car park nearby.

Martello 25 is a historic building arranged across several levels, and its unusual layout is all part of the experience. There are five shower rooms in total, including one on the ground floor and four private en-suite shower rooms serving the bedrooms.

The sleeping accommodation is arranged across two floors, with two king bedrooms on the first floor and two twin bedrooms on the second floor. Each bedroom has its own en-suite shower room, making the Tower particularly well suited to families, groups of friends and multi-generational stays.

The ground-floor snug also features a double sofa bed, providing sleeping accommodation for two guests without needing to climb to the bedroom floors. However, please be aware that access to the main accommodation and upper levels is via the striking spiral staircase with its glass balustrade, so guests will need to be comfortable using stairs to enjoy the property in full.

The kitchen and main living space sit right at the top of the Tower, and there’s a very good reason for making the climb! This spectacular open-plan space enjoys the best of the coastal views, with doors opening onto the balcony and the sea stretching out in front of you.

As you might expect from an authentic Martello Tower, windows are relatively sparse throughout much of the building, reflecting its original historic design. The exception is the fabulous top-floor living area, where the transformation of the Tower really comes into its own with abundant natural light and those incredible sea views.

There’s also a hidden staircase to discover, a wonderfully quirky feature that children in particular are likely to love. As with any staircase, younger children should always be supervised when using it.

You’ll find everything you need to settle in and start your break straight away, including basic toiletries, tea and coffee and a few essentials to welcome you on arrival.

Looking to make your stay extra special? Our bespoke concierge service can help with everything from welcome hampers and celebration packages to local recommendations and experiences. We can also arrange in-property treats including private chefs, wine tastings, pamper sessions and yoga classes, perfect for celebrations, special occasions or simply making your stay at the Tower even more memorable.

Gather everyone around the table for long breakfasts, celebratory dinners and evenings that stretch on. Throw open the doors to the balcony and let the sea air become part of the occasion.
Dinner with a sea view? Absolutely. Fire up the built-in BBQ on the balcony, pour the drinks and enjoy an alfresco feast with the beach and huge Kent skies stretching out in front of you.
Sink into the huge curved sofa, designed to follow the shape of the tower itself. The perfect spot for the whole group to relax together after a day on the beach — or simply sit back and watch the world go by.
A landmark you normally walk past and wonder about and now you stay inside it. Martello 25 sits directly on Dymchurch seafront, with the beach just steps away and the Kent coastline waiting to be explored.

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A stunning location

Dymchurch

Martello 25 occupies an extraordinary position beside Dymchurch’s wide sandy beach, giving guests a front-row seat to one of Kent’s most impressive coastal landscapes.

At low tide, the sea retreats to reveal an enormous expanse of sand—perfect for paddling, sandcastle building and long shoreline walks. Start the morning watching the light change across the water, spend the afternoon barefoot on the beach, then return to the tower for drinks and dinner overlooking the coast.

Dymchurch combines the nostalgia of a traditional seaside village with the atmospheric landscapes of Romney Marsh. The village centre offers cafés, shops, traditional seaside amusements and family attractions, all within easy reach of the Tower.

One of the area’s best-loved experiences is the Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway. Its miniature steam and diesel trains travel through the Kent countryside between Hythe and Dungeness, creating a memorable day out for children and adults alike. Stop in New Romney to visit the railway museum and model railway exhibition, continue to Hythe for independent shops and walks beside the Royal Military Canal, or ride all the way to the remarkable landscape of Dungeness.

Dungeness feels unlike anywhere else in Britain, with its vast shingle headland, nature reserve, lighthouses and distinctive collection of fishermen’s cottages. Wildlife lovers can explore the wider Romney Marsh landscape, while those seeking another memorable family day out will find Port Lympne Reserve within easy reach.

Closer to home, discover Dymchurch’s neighbouring Martello Tower No. 24, restored to show how these coastal defences would have appeared when occupied by soldiers in the early 1800s. Or if you fancy a traditional day by the seaside, Dymchurch caters for our younger guests with amusements, a small theme park and of course, no seaside town would be complete without proper British fish 'n' chips!

Whether your ideal escape involves beach days, heritage, steam trains, wildlife or simply watching the tide from the balcony, Martello 25 places an extraordinary stretch of the Kent coast at your feet.

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