Kiln Cottage (W43953)

A stunning cottage, close to the centre of Rye with its large selection of pubs restaurants and cafes.. Ground floor. Open plan living space. Living area: With electric wood burner and Freeview TV. Dining area. Kitchen area: With gas cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer and washing machine (by arrangement with the owner). Shower room: With shower and toilet.. First floor. Bedroom: With double bed with z-bed (for alternative sleeping).. Follow in the footsteps of Elizabeth I and spend some time exploring the beautiful Cinque port market town of Rye. In 1573 she bestowed the title Rye Royale. Stay in this well thought out and stylish holiday cottage which is just a 6 minute walk from the centre of the town, with its large selection of pubs, restaurants and cafes. You could discover for yourself why many authors, musicians, artists and celebrities have chosen to settle here. Rye is one of the best preserved medieval towns in England, despite being the haunt of the notorious smugglers, The Hawkhurst Gang. Visit The Mermaid Inn, their famous hideout, where the cellars date back to 1156. Visit the Rye Museum and climb St Mary’s Tower for breathtaking views across to Rye Harbour Nature Reserve and Winchelsea. See Lamb House, the home of Henry James and later E. F. Benson, and where they filmed the recent production of ’Mapp and Lucia’. Another great film location is Camber Sands and going in the other direction towards Hastings where ’Foyles War’ was filmed. There are also connections by train to London. Shop 300 yards, pub and restaurant ½ mile. Access is via a rough track. Dogs only.