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4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Barbecue
Fenced yard
Free Wi-Fi
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4
2 Single Beds
Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Spacious 4 Star Period Cottage, log fire, large garden, countryside, near Rye
Kingshoath Cottage is a charming, well-equipped grade II listed 16th-century character cottage situated on a country lane on the outskirts of the village of Beckley, between Rye and Battle. The cottage is a short walk from the "Rose & Crown" country pub and less than 8 miles from the Sussex coastline and sandy beaches of Camber Sands. See our website for more local information.
The property is Visit England-graded 4-star gold and accommodates up to 8 guests, although smaller parties often book and enjoy the space (small party discounts available for parties 4 and under). It has four bedrooms (the master with our four poster, a second king bedroom and two twin-bedded rooms), and a large enclosed garden, in the heart of English history, with delightful walks but also has access to London.
The ground floor consists of a utility room leading to a large formal sitting room with open log fire, a separate dining room with a table to seat 8, ideal for formal dining, French doors opening onto the large garden, a further cosy seating area small seating area, a country style kitchen with a large cooker, study with desk and library and a bathroom with bath, overhead shower, toilet, washing machine and dryer.
The first floor includes the 2 king-size bedrooms and the 2 twin bedrooms, together with a further bathroom with corner bath, a seperate shower and toilet.
To the rear of the cottage is a well-maintained enclosed mature lawn garden complete with summer house and is child friendly - children's swing, garden furniture/toys, BBQ. To the side of the cottage is off-road parking for three cars.
At the property we provide towels, bed linen, kitchen supplies (washing up liquid, tea towels etc) and toilet rolls ready for when you arrive. There will also be a basket of logs for winter use.
Under occupancy discount for smaller groups (4 and under) applies (please note only 3 bedrooms will be made available for this size group).
Mobile reception is reasonable at the property, the cottage is fully centrally heated, which is guest controllable.
Within 400m of the cottage is a traditional English country pub (Rose & Crown) which serves good home-cooked food in a genuine working countryside atmosphere.
If required we can provide a cot and hich chair.
This is a truly wonderful location for exploring 1066 countryside, providing easy access to the Sussex Coastline / Beaches as well as the ancient towns of Battle, Rye, and Tenterden or just relaxing with a good book.
If you are seeking something different, take the steam train from Northiam to the picturesque Bodium Castle or the antique and coffee shops in Tenterden. There is a very good factory outlet shopping center at Ashford (McArthurGlen) that caters to many luxury designer brands. Alternatively, either take the Euro shuttle for a day of shopping in France or a light aircraft flight from Lydd to Le Touquet. Plenty of good walking, horse riding, golf, water sports, or simply relaxation in front of an open fire.
ACCESS:- If you have mobility issues, please check with us as the cottage is a period property, there are some steps, and the main stairs are a little steeper than a modern house.
BEFORE BOOKING:- We work very hard to provide a pleasant stay; however, please note if you have very specific requirements or expectations, please contact us before booking. For example, the cottage roots lie in the 1650's, thus the cottage is not built to modern building regs, floors can slope a little, door heights are lower, we have some friendly country spiders that no matter when we evict them, can come back overnight, with an open fire it generates more dust than a house without no matter how much it is dusted, however, it all adds to the charm. We seek to be fully transparent.
See our website blog for further information on events. Lastly, we recommend all guests take out travel insurance as you would for any holiday in case the unexpected happens.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please place used towels in bath(s), close all windows, turn off lights, and empty all waste bins into the green bin (all waste to be contained in black sacks provided)
Return all house keys to kitchen drawer, toys back into storage, parts to the games back into the boxes.
Let us know in the maintenance book on side about any breakages/accidents or defects that we need to address.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
!Check-Out is strictly by 10 am - Please plan ahead to depart by this time to allow the house to be prepared for incoming guests
!No loud noise levels after 11pm.
*Avoid cutting directly or placing hot pots/pans on any work surface as costly to repair
* No candles or Tea lig
* No visiting additional people unless agreed prior.
*Leave the cottage in a reasonably similar condition to found.
* deposit impacting.
Important information
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Property # 8761643
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Family gatherings are fine strictly no stag/hen.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Rye
Located in Rye, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Camber Sands and High Weald reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Phoenix Arts Centre and Kent and East Sussex Railway. Travelling with kids? Consider Alexandra Park and Tenterden Leisure Centre. Kayaking and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
Great Dixter House and Gardens - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
Bodiam Castle - 13 min drive - 9.6 km
Rye Harbour Nature Reserve - 21 min drive - 21.8 km
Camber Sands - 28 min drive - 24.8 km
Getting around
Hastings Doleham Station - 13 min drive
Restaurants
The Three Oaks Pub - 10 min drive
The Broad Oak - 4 min drive
Robin Hood Inn - 12 min drive
The Kings Head - 10 min drive
The Bell at Iden - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Spacious 4 Star Period Cottage, log fire, large garden, countryside, near Rye pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Spacious 4 Star Period Cottage, log fire, large garden, countryside, near Rye?
As of 18 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spacious 4 Star Period Cottage, log fire, large garden, countryside, near Rye on 4 Nov 2026 start from AU$515, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Spacious 4 Star Period Cottage, log fire, large garden, countryside, near Rye?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Spacious 4 Star Period Cottage, log fire, large garden, countryside, near Rye?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Spacious 4 Star Period Cottage, log fire, large garden, countryside, near Rye?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Spacious 4 Star Period Cottage, log fire, large garden, countryside, near Rye located?
This family-friendly Rye cottage is located by the sea, 1.9 mi (3 km) from Great Dixter House and Gardens, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Bodiam Castle and Oxney Organic Estate. Phoenix Arts Centre and Hole Park Gardens are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Beautiful country cottage, ideal for a family Christmas!
Sue S.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jan 2026
Hi, thank you for feedback, we are so pleased you had a good family Christmas. Also, thank you for your efficient, friendly communication and for looking after the cottage. We appreciated. Wishing you all the very best for 2026.
Ian and Carol were excellent to communicate with and the cottage was wonderful! We had a brilliant time and have left with some lovely memories of our time there
Very friendly, kind and helpfull hosts, wit an absolute beautifull cottage and location
martijn D.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Nov 2024
Thank you, so nice to speak with you. Thank you for nice comments in our book and sharing the places visited. Great that you got into London and Harry Potter. Thanks again.
The cottage and garden are really wonderful and we enjoyed our stay a lot. It was very clean and well equipped, comfy beds, a lot of love for detail everywhere, great hospitality - we can only recommend a stay!
Beautiful home and a great base for visiting local attractions. Fantastic backyard to sit and relax. Our favourite stay in the UK.
Tamsyn R.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2024
Thank you so much, we very much appreciate your feedback. This means a lot to us. Wishing you all the best for the rest of your holiday and safe onward trip back to Aus :-)
A beautiful house set.in a lovely large garden with everything we could possibly need. The welcome pack was much appreciated. We visited Rye and the Romney Hythe railway. We also had a good lunch at the Rose and Crown. A good place to stay.
Thomas G.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Nov 2025
Thank you for your kind and informative review. Friendly and great communication throughout. Wishing you all the best.
A lovely weekend away in the cottage - walking distance to the village pub and not far from Rye.
Warm property with lots of history and period features.
Perfect for a girlie weekend away
Thank you
Vicky P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jan 2024
Thank you so much for your kind feedback, glad you had a good catch-up with friends. Thank you for caring for the cottage. Kind regards Carol / Ian
We absolutely loved our stay, it was cosy but still spacious for the seven of us. Comfortable beds, everything we needed. Would love to visit again, thank you x
Rachel W.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Dec 2023
Thank you for taking the time to provide kind feedback.
We had a great time in this lovely cottage. After the warm welcome, the hosts Carol and Ian gave us plenty of ideas of what to do in the area. Very nice and helpful hosts. The kitchen was equipped with everything needed to cook there were 2 living rooms to relax and a wonderful garden for the kids to play. Thanks Carol and Ian again for the great time at your cottage.
Lovely quaint cottage in good location to visit historical sights and seaside. Great pub in vicinity. We might even consider returning to Kinghoath cottage.
C. C.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2023
Hi, thank you for choosing to stay at the cottage, so pleased you had a great stay. Who knows we may see you again one day :-) Kind regards
We were a group of 3 couples and we had a lovely weekend. The house was super clean, very cosy, nicely furnished and well equipped for cooking. Carol and Ian had even left us a hamper with cake, prosecco and snacks which was very kind. I would recommend this stay!
Rebecca B.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Feb 2023
Thank you for sharing your kind review. Wishing you all the best for 2023 !
We had a wonderful week at Kingshoath Cottage, the house was perfectly equipped, had everything we needed. Also everything is so well thought through and tastefully furnished. A home from home.
Bettina E.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2023
Hi, thank you for staying at cottage and your communication and efficiency throughout. It has been a pleasure and so pleased you enjoyed cottage and local area. Kind regards
Many thanks to the hosts. We are having a wonderful vacation. The cottage was lovely and we explored the country from there. If we come back to Sussex, we will book the cottage again.
Many thanks to Ian and Carol for the wonderful time.
Gerhard S.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2024
Thank you for your kind review. We are so pleased you had a good time visiting area. We are so pleased the cottage provided a good base of you to explore. Thank you for your feedback. You are welcome back anytime. Carol/ Ian
We had a fab stay - lovely cottage with such character, great as a base to explore the surroundings countryside, not far from the beaches and perfect to have a cozy night in in front of the fire. Brilliant communication pre and during stay. Would love to go back :-)
Mark O.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar 2024
Thank you for your feedback, you are more than welcome to return anytime to continue your exploration of the area. Kind regards
Kingshoath Cottage is the place where you immediately at home, once you stepped in the door. The house and garden are large enough to be with a group and still have privacy. We had a great time and highly recommend this cottage that felt as home away from home.
Anne-Marie v.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2022
Thank you for your kind review. This is how we feel. Thank you.
About the host
Hosted by Carol or Ian
We purchased Kingshoath in 2001 and lovingly restored the cottage to a place where you can truly unwind and relax with people you love. We regularly spend time there with our family, and have many happy memories of our own holidays spent on the East Sussex coastline and countryside. We find the cottage a happy place that wraps itself around you. We hope you enjoy spending time in our much loved home. We have discovered a lot about the surrounding area for interesting things to do so feel free to ask for any information.
Why they chose this property
Holidays are precious moments when we can truly relax with our families; this is what Kingshoath offers. Located in an area of outstanding beauty, in the East Sussex countryside, it is an ideal base to enjoy the spacious surroundings and offers the freedom to explore without the restrictions of a hotel. The advantage of a friendly working village pub just a walk away, and so many famous gardens and historic sites a short drive away, there is just so much to do. Its proximity to both the South Coast beaches and seaside resorts, short drive from the channel tunnel, and ease of access to London make the cottage an excellent location for all.
What makes this property unique
Kingshoath offers pure relaxation both in winter and summer, with a beautiful cosy log fire to relax by in winter after those long walks, together with a wonderfully large private garden with dining area and BBQ to enjoy the warm barmy nights in summer. The master bedroom offers a large four poster bed with drapes and lovely views over the garden and beyond. The cottage is full of character, with some original wattle and daub walls, original exposed beams and offers spacious accommodation.