Title: Matchbox is a delightful dog-friendly cottage in Winchelsea, East Sussex Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6085054&destination=Winchelsea%2C+England%2C+United+Kingdom&selected=70049840&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Matchbox is a delightful dog-friendly cottage in Winchelsea, East Sussex ## Photo gallery for Matchbox is a delightful dog-friendly cottage in Winchelsea, East Sussex ![Interior - Matchbox is a delightful dog-friendly cottage in Winchelsea, East Sussex (Winchelsea)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70050000/70049900/70049840/f5c89bb1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Matchbox is a delightful dog-friendly cottage in Winchelsea, East Sussex (Winchelsea)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70050000/70049900/70049840/1ab4f723.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Matchbox is a delightful dog-friendly cottage in Winchelsea, East Sussex (Winchelsea)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70050000/70049900/70049840/a0e6fdbf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Matchbox is a delightful dog-friendly cottage in Winchelsea, East Sussex (Winchelsea)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70050000/70049900/70049840/3dfea886.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Matchbox is a delightful dog-friendly cottage in Winchelsea, East Sussex (Winchelsea)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70050000/70049900/70049840/0e3698e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Overlooking the historic church, Matchbox is a beautifully restored cottage in the heart of Winchelsea. Unwind in one of two king-size bedrooms with en-suite bath/shower rooms, or relax in the cozy TV snug and enjoy a morning coffee on your own enclosed courtyard. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4958 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - 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 cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Matchbox is a delightful dog-friendly cottage in Winchelsea, East Sussex Matchbox is a beautiful listed cottage in the heart of Winchelsea, overlooking the stunning church. The whole cottage has been finished to a high standard. A fully equipped galley kitchen, open plan lounge/diner and separate TV snug. Upstairs you have two king size bedrooms with views towards the church and each with their own bath/shower room. There is a small, fully fenced outdoor area that is secure for dogs and available for guests to use. One well behaved dog allowed for a small fee. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### 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 - Unit size: 958 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37240000/37238300/37238237/94201def.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Castlemans Stables West Sedlescombe, near Battle - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi 10 Exceptional 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-01&selected=37238237&PinnedHotelID=37238237&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37240000/37236700/37236626/9d5c1f01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Castlemans Stables East Sedlescombe, near Battle - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi 9.6 Exceptional 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-01&selected=37236626&PinnedHotelID=37236626&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110820000/110811400/110811398/39e13a92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Cot - a holiday let that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms Winchelsea - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-01&selected=110811398&PinnedHotelID=110811398&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-01&selected=70049840&PinnedHotelID=70049840&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=70049840,37238237,37236626,110811398) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total pets Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: Dogs are not allowed upstairs ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Children 8 years and above are permitted ### 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. ### Property is also known as Cottage ## About the area Located in Icklesham, this cottage is in a rural area. Rye Castle Museum and Jerwood Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Phoenix Arts Centre and Stables Theatre. Alexandra Park and East Hill Lift are also worth visiting. [Visit our Icklesham travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Icklesham.dx6085031) [View more Cottages in Icklesham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Icklesham-Cottages.d6085031-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=50.92539,0.70686&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:wfzuH%7B%60iC%3FW%3FY%3FW%40Y%3FW%40Y%40W%40W%40YBW%40W%40WBWBYBWBWBWDUBWDWDWBUDWDUFUDWFUDUFUFUFSFUFSHUFSHSFSHSHSHQHSHQHQJQHQJQJQJOHOJOJOLOJOJMJMLMJMLMLKLMJKLKLILKLILKNGLILILGNGLGNGLGNELENENELCNCNCNCLCNANANANANAL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40L%40P%40L%40N%40NBLBNBNBNBLDNDNDLFNDLFNFLFLFLHNHLHLHLHLJLHLJLJLLJJLLLLJLLLJLJNJNJNJNJNJNJPHPJPHPHPHPJRHPHRFRHRFRHRFTFRHTFRFTDTFTDTFVDTDTDVDTDVBVDVBVBTBVBVBXBVBV%40V%40V%40XBV%3FV%40X%40V%3FX%40V%3FX%3FV%3FV%3FXAV%3FXAVAX%3FVCVAXAVAVCVCVCXCVCVCTCVEVCVEVETEVETETGVETGTETGTGRITGRGTIRGRIRGRIRIPKRIPIPIPKPIPKPKNKNKNKNKNKNKLMLKLMLMLKJMLMJMJMHMJMHMHMHOHMHMFMFOFMFOFMDODODMDOBOBOBMBOBO%40M%40Q%40M%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOAOAOAOAOAMCOCOCOCMCOEOEMEOEMGOGMGOGMGMIMIOGMKMIMKMIMKKKMMMKMMKMMMKMKMKOMOKOKOIOKOKQKQIQKQIQIQISIQISISGSISGSIUGSGUGSGUGUEUGUEWGUEUEWCUEWEWCWEUCWCWCWCYCWAWAWCWAYAWAWAY%3FWAY%3FW%3FY%3FW&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=FW60cyondry8rtfjfBdCGeZpcZU=) Winchelsea, England ### What's nearby - ![Great Dixter House and Gardens featuring heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081189/779b4607-7f8d-4e47-8bfb-80ca3847ee36.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) High Weald 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - ![Beautiful bike ride at sunrise](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6085031/cfde8690-0282-4330-99a6-2f318c05bfd2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Winchelsea Beach 5 min drive \- 1.9 miles - ![Sand dunes with sea in background on a sunny day in summer - Camber Sands, East Sussex, England, Shutterstock ID 201696383, Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6142776/03e2fbdd-1b32-4703-b3c6-e884ce8732d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Camber Sands 9 min drive \- 4.6 miles - Church of St Thomas a Becket 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - St. Thomas the Martyr 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles ### Getting around - Winchelsea Station 18 min walk - Gatwick Airport (LGW) 99 min drive ### Restaurants - The Mermaid Inn 4 min drive - Apothecary Coffee House 5 min drive - Whitehouse 5 min drive - Cinque Ports Arms 5 min drive - The Union Rye 5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Matchbox is a delightful dog-friendly cottage in Winchelsea, East Sussex pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Matchbox is a delightful dog-friendly cottage in Winchelsea, East Sussex? ### What time is check-in at Matchbox is a delightful dog-friendly cottage in Winchelsea, East Sussex? ### What time is check-out at Matchbox is a delightful dog-friendly cottage in Winchelsea, East Sussex? ### Where is Matchbox is a delightful dog-friendly cottage in Winchelsea, East Sussex located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Matchbox is a delightful dog-friendly cottage in Winchelsea, East Sussex Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful 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 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Michelle Y. 31 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Matchbox The property is as described and shown in the photos. We had a pleasant week in Winchelsea and the surrounding area. ##### Michelle Y. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Graeme J. 16 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Two peeps and some paws A weekend away in a lovely house, in a great location. Would highly recommend both. Thanks for making it so easy Jacqui. ##### Graeme J. 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