Superb medieval house with spacious private garden in the centre of Rye | House in Rye
5 Bedroom House in 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
Superb medieval house with spacious private garden in the centre of Rye is located in Rye. Superb medieval house with spacious private garden in the centre of Rye provides accommodation, featuring Sports/Activities, Internet, Parking, among other amenities. This House features Sports/Activities, Internet, Parking, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Superb medieval house with spacious private garden in the centre of Rye has 5 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 11 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Rye has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Rye, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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Toilet paper
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Towels provided
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Hair dryer
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1+ bathrooms
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Soap
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Shower
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Bed sheets provided
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5 bedrooms
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Dining table
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Dining room
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Living room
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Paper towels
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Oven
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Refrigerator
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Coffee grinder
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Dishwasher
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Blender
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Microwave
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Stovetop
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Washing machine and dryer
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Laundry facilities
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Near laundromat
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Near the beach
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Beach towels
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Onsite parking
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Car recommended
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Pet friendly
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2 total pets
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
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Cobblestone flooring in public areas
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Tile flooring in public areas
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Area rugs in public areas
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No elevators
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Smoke-free property
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Handrails in stairways
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Wildlife and game walks nearby
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Fitness facilities nearby
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Power boating nearby
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Sailing nearby
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Fishing nearby
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Swimming nearby
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Birdwatching nearby
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Parasailing nearby
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Cycling nearby
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Ecotours nearby
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Games
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Music library
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Books
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Video library
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DVD player
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TV with cable/satellite service
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Recycling
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Unit size: 3498 sq ft (325 sq m)
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English
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Near outlet shopping
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Near a health or beauty spa
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Near the bay
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Next to a golf course
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On the waterfront
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Near the sea
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Near a zoo
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In a village
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Children's toys
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Stair gate
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Children's books
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Playground
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Iron/ironing board
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Free WiFi
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Fenced yard
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Outdoor furniture
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Barbecue grill
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Garden
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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First aid kit
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Deadbolt lock
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Fire extinguisher
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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
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