Dover Town Rooms, 5 Eastbrook Place, Maison Dieu Road, Dover, CT16 1RP

5 Eastbrook Place is a beautiful Grade II listed building within the Dover Castle Conservation Area, placing guests at the centre of this historic coastal town. Just a short walk from Dover Castle, the White Cliffs of Dover, and the town centre, the property offers easy access to local attractions, shops, and restaurants. The St James Retail & Leisure Park is only two minutes away, providing a range of dining and entertainment options. With the ferry port and Dover Priory Station nearby, the property benefits from excellent transport links, making it a perfect base for exploring Kent or travelling to continental Europe. Some rooms even offer stunning views of Dover Castle which is beautifully illuminated at night.

Dover is a historic coastal town in southeast England, renowned for its iconic White Cliffs, dramatic sea views, and strategic location on the English Channel. As the UK’s closest point to continental Europe, Dover is a major port town offering regular ferry services to France. Rich in heritage, it’s home to the impressive Dover Castle, Roman ruins, and wartime tunnels. The town blends natural beauty with practical connectivity, making it a unique destination for visitors and a vibrant place to live or invest.

This large shared house features a selection of single, double, and twin rooms, including eight standard rooms equipped with smart TVs for a home-from-home experience, and two loft-style budget rooms with charming sloped ceilings and Freeview TV. Some rooms boast spectacular views of Dover Castle. Guests have access to a spacious communal kitchen and dining area, with additional kitchenette facilities on the second floor for added convenience. With its central location, varied room types, and established infrastructure, Dover Town Rooms offers excellent potential for short-stay, contractor, or tourist accommodation, and could be further enhanced through branding, digital marketing, social media exposure, or operational upgrades.

All fixtures, fittings and furnishings are to be included within the sale. Please request confirmation of this prior to offer.

For a lifestyle operator seeking to live on-site, the building presents several viable options for creating a private owner’s accommodation:

1. Conversion of Loft Rooms (Rooms 9 & 10)

These top-floor rooms feature sloped ceilings and are slightly separated from the main guest areas.
They could be combined into a self-contained suite with a private entrance via the main staircase.
A small kitchenette already exists on the second floor which could be upgraded for exclusive use.

2. Reconfiguration of Ground Floor Space

The ground floor includes shared kitchen and dining areas that could be reconfigured to include a private living space.
With minor partitioning and plumbing adjustments, a studio-style apartment could be created without disrupting guest access.

3. Garden-Facing Extension

Subject to planning permissions, a modest rear extension or garden-facing conversion could provide a peaceful, light-filled owner’s residence.
This would allow separation from guest areas while maintaining proximity for operational oversight.

Dover Town Rooms offers 10 comfortable bedrooms including a mix of single, double, and twin rooms - eight standard rooms with smart TVs, and two budget-friendly loft-style rooms on the top floor. Guests enjoy access to shared kitchen and dining facilities, with additional kitchenette space for added convenience. Several rooms enjoy direct views of Dover Castle, enhancing the guest experience and marketability.
The accommodation includes:

- Eight standard rooms with smart TVs, allowing guests to access personal streaming accounts
- Two loft-style budget rooms on the third floor, offering characterful layouts with sloped ceilings and Freeview TV
- Communal kitchen and dining facilities, plus an additional kitchenette on the second floor for added convenience
- Key box access system, enabling flexible check-in and operational efficiency

Nestled behind the charming façade of Dover Town Rooms, the garden offers a peaceful retreat in the heart of Dover. Guests can relax in a private, well-maintained outdoor space that features a small patio area and views of the surrounding greenery. The garden provides a tranquil setting for morning coffee or evening unwinding, with glimpses of Dover Castle visible from select vantage points. It complements the property's quiet, residential atmosphere while being just a short walk from the town’s vibrant centre and coastal attractions.

This business is designed for modern, remote, mobile management. It operates efficiently and reliably from anywhere using a smartphone or tablet. A specialist booking engine app, integrated with advanced channel management software, ensures real-time availability and pricing across all major platforms. The system is fully synced with an online check-in solution that uses biometric ID verification, streamlining guest arrivals and enhancing security. Whether you're at home or travelling abroad, the business continues to run smoothly - offering true flexibility and minimal hands-on involvement.

This property enjoys strong demand from a wide range of guests - not only holidaymakers exploring the Kent coast, but also contractors working at the Port of Dover, European cyclists, and international Channel swimmers. As a recognised accommodation provider by the Channel Swimming Association, it attracts repeat bookings from swimmers and trainers year after year. What truly sets this business apart from traditional B&Bs and hotels is the self-catering flexibility: with two fully equipped kitchens, guests can prepare their own meals - an essential feature for athletes with specific dietary needs and contractors seeking comfort and convenience during longer stays.

This business is currently run alongside other ventures, thanks to a smart outsourcing model. Key services such as laundry, cleaning, and maintenance are delegated to trusted local providers, allowing for efficient, low-touch management. However, the operation is highly adaptable: a live-in owner-operator could significantly boost profitability by handling these tasks directly, while a dedicated manager could replicate the current hands-off approach. Whether you're an investor seeking passive income, a hospitality professional looking for a hands-on opportunity, or someone in between, this business offers multiple pathways.

For the period 1 April 2024 to 31 March 2025, Dover Town Rooms generated a total gross booking revenue of £100,080.

This figure includes all completed bookings across various platforms and room types, and excludes any cancelled reservations. It reflects the property's full operational income before deductions such as commissions and operational costs.

This property is being sold freehold.

Current rateable value (1 April 2023 to present): £4,050.

This is the rateable value for the property. It is not what you pay in business rates or rent. Your local council uses the rateable value to calculate the business rates bill.