Rye
If there was ever a town to epitomise all that is quaint about England, then Rye would be it. This golden nugget of the past is a destination of cobbled streets, mysterious smuggler’s passageways and crooked Medieval buildings.
Travelling west over Romney Marsh, Rye’s distinctive outline sketched into the skyline can’t fail to be noticed, stretching from the East Sussex coast to the hills in the distance. The town is a honeypot for tourists as well as home to many authors, artists and celebrities who have taken inspiration from the beguiling history that seeps from every ancient doorway. The old town plays host to a perfect jumble of charming inns, antique shops and quaint cottages. Rye truly comes into its element during winter, when the streets are lined with old-fashioned Christmas market stalls.
It’s no wonder Rye attracts visitors from far and wide, who come to stay in the town’s charming holiday cottages and luxury homestays year on year. Yachties often opt to stay slightly downstream at one of the luxury coastal holiday homes in Rye harbour; here there are facilities for vessels of all sorts and also a pub for those who want a night off self-catering. The popular beach resort of Camber Sands is a short drive away, offering seaside holiday fun for families by the bucket and spade-full!
Ammonite
Winchelsea, Rye, East Sussex, UK
Located close to Winchelsea beach, Ammonite exudes pared-back, stylishly simple interiors, where reclaimed furniture and cool whites allow deep relaxation for all the family
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests (ideally 4 adults and 2 children)
From: £1,495 per week, £1,195 per short break
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs are welcome
Features: Hot tub
The Matchbox
Winchelsea, Rye, East Sussex, UK
Natural, bright and just a five minute stroll from the sea, The Matchbox is an organic luxury beach house overlooking Rye Harbour Nature Reserve.
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests
From: £1,550 per week, £1,195 per short break
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: Two small well-behaved dogs are welcome
Hawkhurst
Rye Harbour, Rye, East Sussex, UK
Just downstream from quaint Rye, you'll find this iconic black-coated family home sat boldly amongst its timber-clad neighbours on the water in Rye Harbour.
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests
From: £1,295 per week, £950 per short break
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
Pets: One well-behaved dog is welcome
Pelsham Manor
Peasmarsh, Rye, East Sussex, UK
Classic English styling marries European sophistication to create this exquisite luxury self-catering manor house in 600 acres of parkland, just a short drive from the cobbled streets and ancient inns of Rye.
Sleeps: Up to 8 guests
From: £2,850 per week, £2,150 per short break
Alternative Group Option: Up to 4 & Up to 2 guests
Pets: Sorry, no pets
Features: Outdoor tennis court and a fitness pavilion
