Title: Superb medieval house with spacious private garden in the centre of Rye Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Superb medieval house with spacious private garden in the centre of Rye Waterfront holiday home in Rye with kitchen ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33400000/33390900/33390885/4f5a5d4f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33400000/33390900/33390885/4ab5caed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33400000/33390900/33390885/212e2dd0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33400000/33390900/33390885/17e007ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33400000/33390900/33390885/cb336abe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Step into Robin Hill, a charming 15th century hall house with beautifully furnished rooms and an idyllic secluded garden shaded by a stunning mulberry tree. Enjoy the views of Rye's medieval rooftops from the upper living room or cozy up by the inglenook fireplace in the lower living room. You can explore Rye's historic town centre with its cobblestone street, bustling antique shops and excellent restaurants just steps away. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 113498 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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 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 - Laundry facilities - 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 - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Located in Rye, this holiday home is next to a golf course and on the waterfront. Rye Castle Museum and Jerwood Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Rye Farm World and South of England Rare Breeds Centre. Alexandra Park and East Hill Lift are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Rye travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rye.dx4769) [View more Holiday homes in Rye](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rye-Private-Holiday-Homes.d4769-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C50.94978%2C0.73201&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=CmnG3d3Po60FTwWuWDGXSdgOcAs=) Rye, East Sussex ### What's nearby - Rye Heritage Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Rye Castle Museum - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles - 1066 Country Walk - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Rye Harbour Nature Reserve - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles - Camber Sands - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles ### Getting around - Rye Station - 4 min walk ### Restaurants - ‪The Mermaid Inn - ‬1 min walk - ‪The Standard Inn - ‬2 min walk - ‪Whitehouse - ‬3 min walk - ‪The Mermaid Street Café - ‬1 min walk - ‪The Fig - ‬4 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). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### 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 from Lamb House and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Camber Sands. Church of St Mary the Virgin and St Anthony of Padua are just steps away. Rye Station is only a 4-minute walk. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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