Cottage in Rother District
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area
About this cottage rental
ENJOY A PEACEFUL AND RESTORATIVE WEEKEND BY THE SEA.
BOOK A FRIDAY TO SUNDAY STAY AND ARRIVE FROM 3PM ON FRIDAY AND DEPART ANY TIME BEFORE 3PM ON SUNDAY.
MY PRICES ARE BASED ON A 2-NIGHT STAY. PLEASE ASK FOR A QUOTE FOR STAYS OF 3-6 NIGHTS.
Tucked away on a quiet shingle track, amongst an eclectic mix of homes, is this stylish seaside cottage. Set in an area of outstanding natural beauty, it makes the perfect base to explore this enchanting stretch of coastline.
Seakale is located in the heart of Rye Harbour village, just 2 miles from the medieval town of Rye and a stone's throw from the Rye Harbour Nature Reserve, with its Discovery Centre and a vast, uncrowded beach. The reserve and beach is dog-friendly all year round.
The cottage is arranged over three floors, accommodating up to 6 guests.
Seakale is dog-friendly and up to two dogs are very welcome to stay.
The cottage has been decorated in keeping with its coastal setting, together with quirky vintage finds. On cooler nights, simply throw a few logs in the wood burner for that cosy cottage feel. White-washed floors and plantation shutters add to the 'beach house' feel, together with far-reaching views of the nature reserve, river and sea. The living area is open plan, with a wood-burning stove and Smart TV. Adjoining this is a spacious dining area seating up to 6 adults, with doors that lead out to the garden. Open to the dining area is a well-equipped kitchen. The kitchen is a very efficient space with all the appliances you would need.
On the first floor is the master bedroom with a king-sized bed, double wardrobe and chest of drawers. There is a family-sized bathroom with marble-topped twin sinks, and a spacious, deep bath with an overhead shower.
On the top floor are two twin bedrooms, with two single beds in each room, one with a blackout blind, making it ideal for young children. Both bedrooms have a chest of drawers and hanging pegs/space. The staircase is fitted with a retractable stairgate at the top of the stairs.
To the rear of the cottage is a long private garden that is child/dog-friendly, with an outside tap and hosepipe, handy for washing off muddy/sandy paws. There is outdoor furniture seating up to 6 adults and a Weber charcoal BBQ.
Attached to Seakale is a lockable barn providing plenty of storage for bikes or sporting equipment, such as a windsurfer.
FOR THE 'LITTLE PEOPLE' We have tried to think of everything to make a stay with little ones as easy and child-friendly as possible. You will find 2 travel cots, 2 stairgates (one fixed at top of 2nd staircase), bed rail, highchair, booster seat, plastic cups, plates & cutlery, fireguard, toddler step, toilet training seat, potty, and anti-slip bath mats, perfect for weekend visits when you want to travel light. PLEASE NOTE: The staircases at Seakale are wooden and we are unable to fit a stair gate at the top of the first staircase due to the design of the staircase. There is a fixed stairgate at the top of the 2nd staircase and a pressure-fitting gate fixed at the ground floor level.
PARKING: There is private parking for 1 car on the shingle area in front of the attached barn. There is also free parking available on the main village street, which is just a short walk away.
PLEASE NOTE: The property may not be suitable for elderly or infirm guests, due to the wooden staircases, a small step from the reception area into the kitchen and access to the shower, which is over a large, deep bath.
Tram Road leads into a short section of unmade, shingle road, before reaching Seakale. The cottage can be accessed by driving very slowly through this section, especially during wet weather, when there can be surface water. This might not be suitable for very low vehicles.
At the rear of the property is the 800-acre Rye Harbour Nature Reserve, with paths endlessly crisscrossing in the directions of Rye, Winchelsea, Camber Castle and the beach. It provides an idyllic escape from the crowds at Camber Sands during the summer months. Here you will find outstandingly beautiful landscapes, whatever the season, with pools and lagoons and wide-open skies, perfect for birdwatchers, artists, dog walkers, ramblers and cyclists alike. It's the ideal place to relax and unwind from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
BOOK A FRIDAY TO SUNDAY STAY AND ARRIVE FROM 3PM ON FRIDAY AND DEPART ANY TIME BEFORE 3PM ON SUNDAY.
MY PRICES ARE BASED ON A 2-NIGHT STAY. PLEASE ASK FOR A QUOTE FOR STAYS OF 3-6 NIGHTS.
Tucked away on a quiet shingle track, amongst an eclectic mix of homes, is this stylish seaside cottage. Set in an area of outstanding natural beauty, it makes the perfect base to explore this enchanting stretch of coastline.
Seakale is located in the heart of Rye Harbour village, just 2 miles from the medieval town of Rye and a stone's throw from the Rye Harbour Nature Reserve, with its Discovery Centre and a vast, uncrowded beach. The reserve and beach is dog-friendly all year round.
The cottage is arranged over three floors, accommodating up to 6 guests.
Seakale is dog-friendly and up to two dogs are very welcome to stay.
The cottage has been decorated in keeping with its coastal setting, together with quirky vintage finds. On cooler nights, simply throw a few logs in the wood burner for that cosy cottage feel. White-washed floors and plantation shutters add to the 'beach house' feel, together with far-reaching views of the nature reserve, river and sea. The living area is open plan, with a wood-burning stove and Smart TV. Adjoining this is a spacious dining area seating up to 6 adults, with doors that lead out to the garden. Open to the dining area is a well-equipped kitchen. The kitchen is a very efficient space with all the appliances you would need.
On the first floor is the master bedroom with a king-sized bed, double wardrobe and chest of drawers. There is a family-sized bathroom with marble-topped twin sinks, and a spacious, deep bath with an overhead shower.
On the top floor are two twin bedrooms, with two single beds in each room, one with a blackout blind, making it ideal for young children. Both bedrooms have a chest of drawers and hanging pegs/space. The staircase is fitted with a retractable stairgate at the top of the stairs.
To the rear of the cottage is a long private garden that is child/dog-friendly, with an outside tap and hosepipe, handy for washing off muddy/sandy paws. There is outdoor furniture seating up to 6 adults and a Weber charcoal BBQ.
Attached to Seakale is a lockable barn providing plenty of storage for bikes or sporting equipment, such as a windsurfer.
FOR THE 'LITTLE PEOPLE' We have tried to think of everything to make a stay with little ones as easy and child-friendly as possible. You will find 2 travel cots, 2 stairgates (one fixed at top of 2nd staircase), bed rail, highchair, booster seat, plastic cups, plates & cutlery, fireguard, toddler step, toilet training seat, potty, and anti-slip bath mats, perfect for weekend visits when you want to travel light. PLEASE NOTE: The staircases at Seakale are wooden and we are unable to fit a stair gate at the top of the first staircase due to the design of the staircase. There is a fixed stairgate at the top of the 2nd staircase and a pressure-fitting gate fixed at the ground floor level.
PARKING: There is private parking for 1 car on the shingle area in front of the attached barn. There is also free parking available on the main village street, which is just a short walk away.
PLEASE NOTE: The property may not be suitable for elderly or infirm guests, due to the wooden staircases, a small step from the reception area into the kitchen and access to the shower, which is over a large, deep bath.
Tram Road leads into a short section of unmade, shingle road, before reaching Seakale. The cottage can be accessed by driving very slowly through this section, especially during wet weather, when there can be surface water. This might not be suitable for very low vehicles.
At the rear of the property is the 800-acre Rye Harbour Nature Reserve, with paths endlessly crisscrossing in the directions of Rye, Winchelsea, Camber Castle and the beach. It provides an idyllic escape from the crowds at Camber Sands during the summer months. Here you will find outstandingly beautiful landscapes, whatever the season, with pools and lagoons and wide-open skies, perfect for birdwatchers, artists, dog walkers, ramblers and cyclists alike. It's the ideal place to relax and unwind from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Amenities at Stylish Seaside Cottage With Nature Reserve, River And Sea Views
Pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Rother District
Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviewsGuests loved the beautiful decor, comfortable beds, and well-equipped kitchen. The proximity to the nature reserve and beach was ideal for walks and relaxation. Perfect for families and dog-friendly too!
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2025
Lovely cosy cottage, thoughfully equipped and well decorated. We particularly loved the wood burning stove and supply of logs and kindling as well as herbal teas, a Nespresso machine and coffee capsules. Great local pub and easy distance from Camber Sands and Rye. Gorgeous.
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2025
The property is tastefully decorated to a high standard. It’s very close to beautiful nature reserve and easy access to Rye. Highly recommend this accommodation l. Jane was on hand to answer our questions extremely helpful
10 / 10Outstanding·Dec 2023
Lovely, quiet property in good location. Tricky to find in the dark!
6 / 10Average·Aug 2021
Pros: delightful cottage, amazing location by the reserve with far reaching views, good bedding and beds.
Cons: not as clean as we had hoped it would be. Bath and beds fine, but a few mugs at the back of kitchen cupboards were , dining table still had remains of the previous occupants’ crumbs on it, sofas though comfortable had several marks on the covers and looked a bit grubby, and there was dried on tomato sauce on one of the dining chairs and coffee table that the cleaner had also missed. With Covid still about, deep cleans should still really be happening.
Still, with such a lovely cottage we were prepared to overlook this, until the noise started: the direct neighbour (thankfully away for most of our stay) returned from their holiday the day before we left. We had been emailed the cottage info pack a week before our trip, and that’s when the owner mentioned that the neighbour’s teenage son practises drums for Music ‘A’ Level and that they had agreed to minimise disruption to guests by always playing at a set time they felt would be acceptable, and for only 45 mins max.
We had booked our trip a year before, but hadn’t heard about this drumming until we were due to arrive.
We are both key workers (NHS & school) so this was our first proper trip since the pandemic.
We love Rye Harbour (been before) and were so looking forward to finding the perfect cottage we could return time after time, as well as some much needed R&R, so to be told of drumming practise next door made us rather nervous, as we were both exhausted when we came on holiday after what has been a long and tiring year.
We asked if the drumming could be earlier than what the owners had arranged, because we usually cook on holiday and the time they had suggested would have been when we were home.
The day the neighbours returned from their trip, it was raining hard, so we were home packing.
When the drumming started we all (teenage daughter included) nearly jumped out of our skins. This is a little, period fisherman’s cottage and they are not soundproofed by any means.
The noise was horrific, it went through every single room in the cottage and after enduring 15 minutes of it, we decided to go out for a walk in the rain, until it had stopped.
It just isn’t acceptable to have to listen to this at any time during a holiday really, which is a real shame as the cottage and location are beautiful, but frankly who needs this stress when on holiday?
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9.4Outstanding
(44 Ratings)
Guests loved the beautiful decor, comfortable beds, and well-equipped kitchen. The proximity to the nature reserve and beach was ideal for walks and relaxation. Perfect for families and dog-friendly too!
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