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East Sussex House for Rent: Superb Medieval townhouse in the old-world splendour of Rye - Property 1392

House 7 bedrooms, sleeps 14

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Rates per property (USD)
$2,534 - $2,896/wk
Call Mrs Moyreen Tilbrook
2982 2508
(International +852 2982 2508)
 
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Property type:
house, 325 m² 
Location type:
near the ocean, town  
Highlights:
near the ocean, town, garden, pets considered, golf  
East Sussex house photo - 15th Century frontage

15th Century frontage

East Sussex house photo - Garden and back view of house

Garden and back view of house

East Sussex house photo - One of 2 vaulted queensize bedrooms on 1/f

One of 2 vaulted queensize bedrooms on 1/f

East Sussex house photo - One of 2 vaulted queensize bedrooms on 1/f

One of 2 vaulted queensize bedrooms on 1/f

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East Sussex House Summary

Robin Hill is a lovely and surprisingly spacious old house, famous for having one of England's finest timbered and straw plastered bedrooms , in one of Britain's most photographed streets and close to the world-renowned Mermaid Inn. It can easily and comfortably accommodate 12 guests. At the foot of the street yachts and pleasure craft lie moored alongside medieval warehouses full of bustling antique shops.

Location of House 1392

Nearest airport:   London Gatwick at 64 Kilometres
Nearest ferry:   Folkestone at 32 Kilometres
Nearest motorway:   Ashford at 32 Kilometres

Rye is located between Hastings and Folkestone and is a mile and a half from the coast. From London Rye can be reached either via M20/A2070/A259 through Ashford or via M25/A21/A268 through Hawkhurst. Historically known as '1066 country' the surrounding area provides the visitor with an abundance of castles, abbeys, fortresses, National Trust gardens and houses, and museums. The coastal area is noted for its flora and fauna including a wildlife bird sanctuary: marshland stretches eastwards, a haven for smugglers in bygone days, and the haunting seascape of Dungeness is a habitat for a wide variety of unusual plants and dominated by two lighthouses; to the west stretch the unspoilt beach of Winchelsea and the cliffs of Fairlight Country Park.
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East Sussex House Availability

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East Sussex House Rates

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Dates Rates
Name of Period Begins Ends Weekly Weekend Weekend per night Midweek per night Extra Night Monthly Minimum Stay
Christmas/New Year Dec 20, 2008 - Jan 3, 2009 £1,600 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 1 Week
Easter 2009 Apr 10, 2009 - Apr 17, 2009 £1,400 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 1 Week
  • Weekend rate GBP 240 per night for up to 6 guests and GBP 40 per night for each extra guest. Minimum 2 nights.
  • 5 Jan 2009 - 19 Dec 2009 GBP1400
  • 20 Dec 2009 - 4 Jan 2010 GBP1800

East Sussex House Amenities

Property Type:
  • house (terraced)

Accommodation Type:
  • self-catering

Floor Area:
  • 325 m²

Location Type:
  • near the ocean
  • town

Theme:
  • historic
  • tourist attractions

General:
  • central heating
  • linens provided
  • towels provided

Kitchen:
  • dish washer
  • refrigerator
  • freezer
  • oven
  • microwave
  • washing machine
  • clothes dryer
  • 4 ring stove
  • grill

Living Room:
  • sofabed
  • comfy seating for 10 people

Dining:
  • dining room
  • child's highchair
  • seating for 10 people

Bathrooms:
  • 2 bathroom(s) , 1 half bathroom(s)
  • Bathroom - Toilet, Tub
    Bathroom - Toilet
    Bathroom - Toilet, Shower, Bidet
  • The first floor bathroom contains a bath, a shower attachment for hair washing, a wash basin and a toilet. There is also a separate first floor toilet. On the ground floor there is a shower room with a bidet, a wash basin and a toilet.

Bedrooms:
  • 7 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 14 people
  • Bedroom Queen - 1 Queen
    Bedroom Queen - 1 Queen
    Bedroom Double - 1 Double
    Bedroom Garden Room - 1 Sleep Sofa /Futon
    Bedroom Single - 1 Twin/ Single
    Bedroom 2/F - 3 Twin/ Single
    Bedroom 7 gallery - 2 Twin/ Single
  • 2 queen size doubles in very spacious rooms , 1 double, 1 queen size sofa bed in the spacious garden room, 1 spacious single, 1 large room with 3 single beds, 1 sleeping gallery with 2 chair-beds, 1 cot

Entertainment:
  • satellite or cable
  • DVD
  • tv
  • VCR
  • radio
  • stereo system
  • cd
  • audio tape player

Internet Access:
  • dialup access
  • internet access

Outside:
  • garden
  • garage
  • barbecue
  • 12 garden chairs

Suitability:
  • children welcome
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
  • pets considered

Local Activities:
  • swimming
  • tennis
  • walking
  • sailing
  • cycling
  • fishing
  • horseback riding
  • golf

Notes: Of the two large lounges, the one on 1/F has a very comfortable double sofa bed and can be used as a private bedroom. The bar in this 1/F lounge incorporates a lift-up counter hiding a wash basin. The single 1/F bedroom also has its own wash basin. The 2/F family room contains 3 single beds. There are also two single fold-out chair beds on 2/F in a library/lobby at the top of the stairs, although this is not entirely private. G/F shower room includes a toilet. 1/F bathroom includes a toilet. There is also a separate 1/F toilet. The kitchen is large, extremely well equipped and has a mahogany table seating 8 people easily. The electric cooker has a double oven. The dining room is also spacious seating 10 people at its handsome teak wood table. The house is on a hill and shops and historic attractions are within 3 minutes' walking distance.


East Sussex House Details

Description of the house: This delightful house has a marvellous range of beams, high ceilings and rooms full of character and surprise. The upper living room is especially light and sunny, contains a bar and projects into a secluded garden complete with a large mulberry tree set against a panorama of ancient rooftops. The lower living room with its inglenook fireplace looks out onto the famous cobble stone street and the magic of Rye. Within this medieval setting a fascinating variety of Asian artefacts has been imaginatively displayed ranging from an antique rickshaw to Chinese ancestral doors.

Location and town of Rye: Situated 1.5 miles from the open sea and nature reserves, Rye is within easy reach of Brussels, Paris and London. Canterbury is only one hour away by car. Rye is probably the most complete example of a medieval town in Britain and crowns a hill originally surrounded by the sea. Its 12th century church, fortified tower, Landgate and ancient wall are all within walking distance of the house and bear testimony to its history as a Cinque Port. Robin Hill was the origin of the ballad 'There's an old-fashioned house in an old-fashioned street' and formed the basis and front cover design of Beatrix Potter's 'Tale of the Faithful Dove.' Mabel Lucy Atwell lived, wrote and illustrated here and one of the publisher-owner's many literary guests, E.F Benson, the novelist famous for his creation of 'Mapp and Lucia,' gave the house its name.

Leisure facilities: Three miles beyond Rye are Camber Sands, ideal for children, and Winchelsea, which is a lovely example of medieval town planning. Rye has good sporting and sailing facilities and boasts some excellent eating houses, splendid walks and excursions into the smugglers' paradise of Romney Marsh and the delights of rural Sussex and Kent. A wildlife bird sanctuary stretches from Rye Harbour to Fairlight. A map and further information about Rye can be obtained. Please contact us for the website address.

Guest Book: 'Once again the reality far exceeds the expectation and anticipation! This is a truly wonderful house in a wonderful setting'. 'This house is delightful...it became a talking and visiting point for our friends and family and we delighted in taking ownership for 3 days'. 'Thank you for sharing this wonderful house with all of us'. 'A beautiful house in a beautiful setting'. 'Another wonderful fortnight... We love the house and the lovely town of Rye'. 'I have just turned 30 and I can't imagine a better place to spend my birthday weekend'. 'We enjoyed our stay in Rye very much which was enhanced by being able to share your warm and comfortable home'. 'We have enjoyed a wonderful stay here in this delightful house with its fusion of olde England and the spirit of Chinese and eastern artefacts. So much to discover every day. Such harmony. Our family party of 3 generations - English, American, Swedish and Italian - celebrated a 30th wedding anniversary. A short but memorable week.'


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