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Superb medieval house with spacious private garden in the centre of Rye

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Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11325 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Superb medieval house with spacious private garden in the centre of Rye

Robin Hill is a lovely and surprisingly spacious 15th century hall house, famous for having two of England's finest timbered and straw plastered bedrooms, in one of Britain's most photographed streets and opposite the world-renowned Mermaid Inn. It is beautifully furnished, very well-equipped and can easily and comfortably accommodate 11 guests. The large, quiet and secluded garden is shaded by a wonderful mulberry tree at one end with an open aspect closer to the house. At the foot of the cobbled street, yachts and pleasure craft lie moored alongside medieval warehouses full of bustling antique shops. Rye delights the eye with its wealth of old buildings, its church and tower. Restaurants, pubs and cafes abound and offer excellent food within easy walking distance of the house. Rye Bay plaice and scallops are provided by the picturesque local fishing fleet.


Description of the house: This delightful house displays its original beams, high ceilings and rooms full of character and surprise. The upper living room is especially light and sunny 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 cobblestone street and the magic of Rye. One bedroom still has its grooves for the original medieval wooden shutters. The whole house testifies to a bygone era and has been dated to 1480. 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 easy 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 - 'Robin Hill'.

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, 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. Rye also boasts some excellent eating houses. We can recommend The Fish Cafe, The Tuscan Kitchen (Michelin starred, bookings essential), The Gandhi Tandoori, The Globe Inn, The Hope Anchor, The Lemon Grass, The Mermaid Inn bar, Simply Italian. There are many other possibilities from among the numerous cafes and pubs in Rye.

A map and further information about Rye can be obtained from www.rye-tourism.co.uk

Property manager

Katrina Tilbrook

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea
  • Next to a golf course
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 3,498 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Superb Spacious Medieval House in Rye

About the area

Map
Rye, East Sussex

What's nearby

  • Rye Castle Museum - 4 min walk
  • Landgate - 6 min walk
  • 1066 Country Walk - 6 min walk
  • Rye Harbour Nature Reserve - 6 min drive
  • Camber Sands - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Rye Station - 4 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Cinque Ports Arms - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rye Waterworks Micropub - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Fig - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ypres Castle Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Crown Inn - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Superb medieval house with spacious private garden in the centre of Rye pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Superb medieval house with spacious private garden in the centre of Rye ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Superb medieval house with spacious private garden in the centre of Rye ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Superb medieval house with spacious private garden in the centre of Rye located?

Situated in Rye, this golf holiday home is steps away from Lamb House, Church of St Mary the Virgin and St Anthony of Padua. Rye Heritage Centre and Rye St. Mary's Parish Church are also within 5 minutes. Rye Station is only a 4-minute walk.

Superb medieval house with spacious private garden in the centre of Rye Reviews

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mandy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Rye House
This house was great for what we needed (group of girlfriends getting together). We loved the sunroom on the first floor and even got to sit outside in the gorgeous garden. The location is perfect and there is heaps of space. My only comment is that the bathrooms probably need a bit of updating, but apart from that would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
Our group had a wonderful stay at Katrina’s property. The house is gorgeous- full of history, well stocked, and couldn’t be better located in the lovely town of Rye. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

mary m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful House
House was gorgeous, so spacious and comfortable. Fabulous garden, and location was very central. We all loved it so much we intend to make a yearly visit.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eva C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
We stayed for three nights, and really enjoyed pottering round Rye and mornings on the beach. Robin Hill is a wonderful place to stay, a welcoming and comfortable family home. Communication was excellent, the house very clean, and it was so nice to stay somewhere with character and history in equal measure! Many thanks :)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house in fascinating Rye
This is a lovely house right in the centre of Rye, in walking distance from everywhere. Despite this it is quiet. The house is beautiful and has everything you need.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
home away from home
Our communication with the hostess before our arrival was very pleasant and personable…she even answered all my questions and gave suggestions of places and things to do…we were traveling with eight children and 3 adults and were definitely put at ease once we entered the residence…the staff did a wonderful job of supplying all that we would need until we could get to the shops, seeing that we arrived the night of New Year’s Eve…the home was the epitome of old English charm, and we delighted in exploring it’s nooks, crannies, inglenook, Asian artifacts, a wonderful supply of history books on the area, and a lovely rear garden…the home was clean, amply supplied with towels, linen and a basket of local goodies in the well stocked kitchen…we stayed almost a week and never tired of the local shops, the castle and church on the hill, a short drive to another castle and a day trip to Hastings…we had the most wonder time, thanks to the hostess from the bottom of our hearts, and are looking forward to our next Rye holiday at Robin Hill
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Characterful and cosy
Couldn't have asked for more – right on the cobbles, a beautiful old building but clean, well stocked and well cared for. Friendly and efficient hosts. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memorable experience
Everything we needed for a special family celebration weekend: a quirky, interesting house on an iconic street, charming garden, brilliantly equipped kitchen and helpful, understanding owners. (Slightly surprised to find the medieval charms of the house fused with a huge array of East Asian objects and decor. Some of us loved this but the minimalists among us found it a little overwhelming).
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David E., London, UK

Liked: Cleanliness
David
Great quirky property ideally located to explore Rye
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
This property has everthing and more for long or short holidays.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
A beautiful property perfectly located! Space for 3 families to enjoy a great weekend together and facilities all worked very well. Thank you to the host and owners! We would Love to come back in future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carole M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Five go to Rye
Excellent property. Well equipped. Close to all amenities. Loved the Chinese artefacts. Lovely garden. A great time was had by all.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

lina m., London

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful historic house in perfect location
As a group of 2 families with children this was a perfect cottage to celebrate the Coronation bank holiday. Great space, a lovely garden and best of all the amazing location on the prettiest street in Rye. The owner Katrina was so helpful and accommodating. We had a lovely stay. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nic J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family gathering for Diamond Wedding Anniversary
Beautiful old house with interesting decor. Kitchen was fully equipped and everything was very comfortable. We had one (excellent ) meal out at the Mermaid Inn directly opposite and cooked in the house for all of us the following night and had everything we needed. Thanks for having us it was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

james C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic House and Location
The house and experience surpassed our expectations from simple checking, excellent communication and the most fantastic house that we’ve ever rented
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette G.

Liked: Cleanliness
New year celebrations
We had a great time at Robin Hill in Rye. The property is amazing and really well equipped- we wanted for nothing. Perfect for the whole family and the dogs to see out the old year and in with the new year.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful, charming house
We stayed in Robin Hill between Christmas and NY, using it as the place for the family to meet and celebrate together. We wanted a place with charm and character and Robin Hill absolutely provided it. The house easily, comfortably slept 10 adults, and also has brilliant space to cook, eat and relax together. But, the highlight is the incredible charm of such an historic home - a warren of rooms, corridors and stairs befitting a house of such age, and giving a real sense of character and history. It's location in the heart of medieval Rye, on a cobbled street only adds to that! And then, the astonishing array of ornaments and artwork celebrating the owners life in SE Asia only adds another layer of interest and delight! An incredible place to stay. Katrina was a brilliant host. So accommodating of our needs, and so kind with check in/out times. We were able to communicate really easily and everything was made perfect for our stay. The house has been equipped with everything you need and more. An exceptional rental property. I would heartily recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House in Mermaid Street Rye
This is a lovely house in the centre of Rye, right opposite the Mermaid. It's a beautiful old house with a large garden. Very comfortable and had everything we needed for a weekend stay. Would thoroughly recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ben J.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great place to stay
What a beautiful house and thoughtful hosts
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday in October
We were a family ranging in ages from 9 to 70! We enjoyed. our stay and central location of the house. It certainly has a lot of memorabilia.! There is one supermarket in the town which is situated near the station and shut on Sundays. On the downside I think the pillows could do with being replaced as we found them a bit heavy and uncomfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

C K., Portland, OR

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing experience
Excellent location in the quintessential British town. The house was an experience we’ll never forget. So charming and full of history. Very comfortable.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lesley H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fab weekend at 600yr old house
From the moment I was told we could rent the house it was plain sailing the owner kept in contact wit us and gave exact instructions on collecting the keys and various other valuable information. The house was stunning, extremely well stocked with everything we would need and very welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy C., England

Liked: Cleanliness
An amazing and original property which accommodated us easily.
Right from the start the host was exceedingly helpful. It was great to have a property in a town with so much to see rather than being in the middle of nowhere. The children loved the cannon area by Ypres tower as well as time out in the garden. Plenty of space in this history filled home. Would highly recommend as we had a wonderful time.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Timothy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
An idyllic spot in the heart of Rye
A great experience staying here: accurate to the listing, speedy communication, and perfect check-in and out process. Not ideal for tall people (watch your heads on the many beams). One of the double beds was rock solid but thankfully there were spare beds for our group.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022