Title: Tollgates, family friendly holiday cottage, sleeps 9, Rye, East Sussex Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=39571502&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Tollgates, family friendly holiday cottage, sleeps 9, Rye, East Sussex Family-friendly holiday home in Rye ## Photo gallery for Tollgates, family friendly holiday cottage, sleeps 9, Rye, East Sussex ![TV, fireplace, ping pong, books - Tollgates, family friendly holiday cottage, sleeps 9, Rye, East Sussex (Playden, Rye)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39580000/39571600/39571502/4d2b0793.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Tollgates, family friendly holiday cottage, sleeps 9, Rye, East Sussex (Playden, Rye)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39580000/39571600/39571502/1dc6e08a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Tollgates, family friendly holiday cottage, sleeps 9, Rye, East Sussex (Playden, Rye)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39580000/39571600/39571502/0c19f743.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Tollgates, family friendly holiday cottage, sleeps 9, Rye, East Sussex (Playden, Rye)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39580000/39571600/39571502/1e976736.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Tollgates, family friendly holiday cottage, sleeps 9, Rye, East Sussex (Playden, Rye)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39580000/39571600/39571502/b212b0f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located in East Sussex, Tollgates is a charming holiday cottage with character dating back to 1850\. Enter the property through the large and modern kitchen or unwind in the main lounge with comfy sofas, French doors onto the terrace and an open fireplace. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 92260 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available ## 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. ### Tollgates, family friendly holiday cottage, sleeps 9, Rye, East Sussex Tollgates is a beautiful oak beamed, large family house with character, located just a short fifteen minute walk from the centre of medieval Rye Two double bedrooms, two twin bedrooms and one single bedroom A lovely detached East Sussex holiday cottage, perfect for large extended family gatherings and just a short fifteen minute walk from the centre of medieval Rye Tollgates is the perfect holiday home for all the family, and parts of the property date back to 1850, so it comes with bags of character too. You enter the property through the kitchen, which is large and modern with all the appliances you would want when on holiday. There is a kitchen table with seating for six - a pleasant spot for breakfast or afternoon tea. From the kitchen you enter into the large hallway, with a downstairs modern shower room to your left, oak staircase up to the bedrooms and doors to the other reception rooms. You have a children's TV snug - the perfect spot for children to play games or watch something different to the adults in the party, and if you are cooking tea, you can keep an eye on them through the secret hatch. The main lounge has comfy sofas, a large open fireplace, French doors out onto the terrace and windows overlooking the rear and the front of the wraparound garden. A lovely bright room all day long, and in the autumn and winter months it's very inviting with the fire lit. From the lounge you have doors leading to a large conservatory diner, with French doors out onto the terrace. There's a large sofa at one end and two tables that can be placed end to end in order to accommodate all nine guests in the party for a sit down meal. A great entertaining space at any time of the year. Heading upstairs and you have a single bedroom on your right, with views across the marsh and the garden. To the rear of the landing you have a large master suite with ensuite bathroom and triple aspect views. There are two twin bedrooms, nicknamed the 'Pirate' and 'Mermaid' rooms. The 'Pirate' room has its own hand basin. There is a separate family bathroom with a bath and over head shower and a separate WC, next door. Finally we have 'Birdsong' room, a double with views across the garden and marsh. The grounds wrap around the property and there is easily enough parking for up to four cars on the gravel drive. The rear of the property has been arranged to appeal to families with children, with an outside swingset, slide and table tennis which is a favourite whatever your age. There is a wooden playhouse for the smaller children in the party at the end of the garden and a lawned area perfect for a game of football or croquet. From the conservatory, you have a terrace area where you can dine outside or lay on one of the sun beds provided and take in the uninterrupted views of the marsh and the garden. For tennis lovers amongst you, you are a five minute walk from Rye Lawn Tennis Club, so bring your racquets or for the golfers, Rye Golf Club is an ten minute drive. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Limited on-site parking (max 4 spaces) ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 private bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio - Terrace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Gravel flooring in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the sea ### Things to do - Golf - Table tennis - Tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,260 square feet ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123570000/123569700/123569609/f7ae899e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 5 Bed in Rye (oc-o27820) Rye - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13&selected=123569609&PinnedHotelID=123569609&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124230000/124226900/124226880/50da2c45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming 3-bedroom house in soothing Playden Rye neighborhood Playden, Rye - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly £319 includes taxes & fees 30 Jan - 31 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=124226880&PinnedHotelID=124226880&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109620000/109610700/109610613/38e54fd6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful cottage minutes from Rye High Street Rye - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13&selected=109610613&PinnedHotelID=109610613&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91350000/91347700/91347668/w1620h1080x0y0-a494d8e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 70s Inspired, 3-Bed Home in Rye with river views Rye - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 11 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13&selected=91347668&PinnedHotelID=91347668&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/57000000/56890000/56886500/56886458/e42fcc2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming detached weather-boarded cottage within the village of Wittersham. 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Fees could be incurred if we discover that it has been used. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ## About the area Located in Rye, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Rye Castle Museum and Tenterden Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Rye Farm World and South of England Rare Breeds Centre. Travelling with kids? Consider Kent and East Sussex Railway and Alexandra Park. 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%7C50.95979%2C0.74247&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=CSeDOaoba7M_zvLYUyDZybjrjxo=) Playden, Rye, ENG ### What's nearby - Landgate 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles - 1066 Country Walk 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Rye Castle Museum 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Lamb House 19 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Rye Heritage Centre 4 min drive \- 1.1 miles ### Getting around - Rye Station 20 min walk ### Restaurants - The Mermaid Inn 19 min walk - Rye Waterworks Micropub 16 min walk - Knoops 15 min walk - Globe Inn Marsh 17 min walk - Apothecary Coffee House 16 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Tollgates, family friendly holiday cottage, sleeps 9, Rye, East Sussex pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Tollgates, family friendly holiday cottage, sleeps 9, Rye, East Sussex? ### What time is check-in at Tollgates, family friendly holiday cottage, sleeps 9, Rye, East Sussex? ### What time is check-out at Tollgates, family friendly holiday cottage, sleeps 9, Rye, East Sussex? ### Where is Tollgates, family friendly holiday cottage, sleeps 9, Rye, East Sussex located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Tollgates, family friendly holiday cottage, sleeps 9, Rye, East Sussex Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Phillip S. 28 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A wonderful holiday home The property was very clean, well equipped, spacious, quiet, and had a great garden for the children to play in. We had a lovely time and would definitely like to use it again. A great place for the three generations of the family who came from various parts of the globe. ##### Phillip S. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Claire offord 17 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tollgates Rye The property is really well located near Rye & we were a family & friends attending a wedding in Peasmarsh so very handy all round. We very much enjoyed our stay in this well appointed & apportioned property with good facilities. ##### Claire offord Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Claire M. 10 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ideal for a family getaway Well situated for Rye and the coast, we had a lovely holiday with four generations all together. The house has all mod cons and the parking for 5 cars was a real plus. ##### Claire M. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Robin B. 11 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Half term Overall good experience. Just one concern in that in the downstairs bathroom the toilet had been left unflushed by the last person to use it before our arrival. ##### Robin B. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Matthias N. 24 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tolles Haus mit viel Charme… Spitze. Einfach Spitze. Tolles Haus. Toller Garten. ##### Matthias N. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenny B., Swanscombe kent 19 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family girls annual holiday Six family girls. We had plenty of room and lots of good times. ##### Jenny B. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lydia W. 31 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tollgates - a lovely base for a family holiday The house was safe and well equipped and the garden and surroundings added to the overall enjoyment of our stay. It is a good place for a family gathering. Some of the furnishings are old and in consequence not in top condition but it is a relaxing and comfortable place to stay. ##### Lydia W. 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