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Orchard House

Rye, Sussex
Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 3
Change Fri
No Dogs
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Games / Play facilities
Internet access
Enclosed garden / patio
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Far-reaching countryside views across to Rye
  • Spacious family property with large reception rooms
  • Large garden with different seating and play areas
Property code: OC-O27820

This unique and spacious family property has far-reaching countryside views all the way to the sea. The property would be ideal for family holidays or groups, boasting space inside and out, with garden areas for sitting, dining and children’s play. The slightly up-side-down house is located at the top of Rye, with a footpath winding its way down to the centre (1.2 miles). It offers the perfect base for those wanting to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings or for the more adventurous wishing to explore the Sussex and Kent countryside as well as the golden sands at Camber. For nature lovers head to the Rye Harbour Nature Reserve (3.5 miles) where you can walk and cycle. Enjoy a stroll around the ancient, cobbled streets in Rye with its many restaurants and cafes, and independent and antique shops. There are several vineyards locally offering tours and tastings of their award winning brews.

On entering the property, you will be drawn into the spacious open-plan kitchen dining area which is perfect for family gatherings. There are bi folding and triple sliding doors to the garden and full height floor to ceiling windows, giving this room a sense of being outside. The dining room has a dining table with seating for eight and there are toys and games to keep everyone amused. The open-plan kitchen is fully fitted with a central island and breakfast bar which is fully equipped for preparing family meals. There is a utility room and a shower room on the ground floor. On the mezzanine ground floor there are four bedrooms and a family bathroom. The bathroom has a bath with a hand-held shower attachment. The first bedroom has a king size bed with French doors to the garden, the second bedroom has a single and the third room has a single bed, which is more suited to children and the fourth is a twin. On the first floor you can enjoy the beautiful views from the lounge which has an internal Juliette balcony. This large room is split level and has two seating areas with a Smart TV. Both areas have comfy seating and there is a balcony with a bistro table and chairs, perfect for watching the sun go down. On the second floor you will find the master bedroom which has a super king-size bed, and an en-suite shower room.

The outside area has lots to offer with views from the terrace which has separate seating and dining areas with a charcoal BBQ and sunshade. There is a paddock to the side which is perfect for ball games with a sunken trampoline with safety net and climbing frame with slide. There is a secret garden with a bistro table for two and a tiered garden bursting with colour. Children should be supervised in this part of the garden. To the front is the Rose Garden with a fruit cage and pick-your-own when in season and a children’s outside kitchen play area with Wendy house.

  • 5 bedrooms - 1 super-king-size, 1 king size, 1 twin and 2 singles
  • 3 bathrooms - 1 en-suite shower room with WC, 1 bathroom with bath and WC, 1 shower room with WC
  • Gas hob, double electric oven, microwave, large fridge, dishwasher and Nespresso coffee machine
  • Utility room with under counter freezer, washing machine and sink
  • Smart TV in lounge
  • Travel cot, 2 highchairs, stairgate and toddler chair available
  • Enclosed garden seating with children's play areas and table tennis
  • Parking for 4 cars
  • Pub within 1 mile, shops 1.2 miles, beach 5 miles
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Carol Thompson

This property is personally managed by Carol.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 30 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Maxine 30th May 2026

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A beautiful house with wonderful views and a huge garden, with many exciting things for the children.

Reviewed by Nicola 10th May 2026

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A lovely property, spacious and light.

Reviewed by Gerda 3rd May 2026

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Reviewed by Philip 28th April 2026

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Wonderful place need a car though, Plenty of facilities, great for children, grandchildren, Beautiful garden and view.

Reviewed by Susan 11th April 2026

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Our family of six adults, two children and two babies enjoyed staying in this lovely spacious house surrounded by a wonderful garden, which we were able to appreciate due to the warm weather.

Reviewed by Nick 30th March 2026

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Excellent cottage/house.

Reviewed by Jacqueline 31st December 2025

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A lovely, clean, comfortable, warm and well equipped property. It felt like being at home. The views and location were perfect. We loved the large garden and play equipment for our grandson as well as the privacy. Walking into Rye using the footpath nearby took only 15 minutes and we also were able to visit many places of interest nearby includingRead more Battle, Hastings, Camber Sands, Aspinalls Zoo, Bodiam Castle. Hide

Reviewed by Gillian 16th December 2025

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A great house to have a family get together. The children had a fabulous time exploring in the garden and playing with the toys in the house. Rye is literally only 10 minutes walk away and the nearest pub 5 minutes. Perfect!

Reviewed by Rosemary 24th October 2025

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A wonderful spacious house, with such easy access to the centre of Rye. We had a lovely 3 generational stay. Thankyou.

Reviewed by Ken 28th September 2025

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Lovely place to stay. Wonderful views and great sitting areas. A great place for a 70th Birthday Celebration.

Reviewed by Sandra 14th September 2025

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Reviewed by Nicholas 11th September 2025

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Reviewed by Jo 30th August 2025

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Beautiful location, very comfortable house with a lovely garden within walking distance of Rye

Reviewed by Robert 16th August 2025

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We appreciated the opportunity to stay in this beautiful and wonderful home and garden on the outskirts of Rye in a rural location. Fully equipped to meet virtually every need. Fabulous kitchen and dining area. Great views from the panoramic doors and windows looking over the Romney marshland, river and sea beyond. Several pubs close by and a neRead moretwork of public footpaths to explore. It was about a one mile walk down hill into Rye and there were several pubs to stop at on the way back to get refreshment to tackle the hill back home. Failing that, there is a long stay carpark by the white windmill accessible from Battle Road, costing 2.75 per day that brings you out by the quayside. Plenty of games/books and equipment to keep young children amused in the house and outside, whatever the weather Excellent Holiday. Hide

Reviewed by Paul 9th July 2025

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Brilliant for a bigger family group like ours large, open plan areas, lots of outdoor space to run around in, toys and games for young ones. Stunning views, excellent facilities and equipment. We really could not have asked for more!

Reviewed by Irene 6th July 2025

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The cottage was ideal and the location excellent. We enjoyed our visit immensely.

Reviewed by Jane 19th June 2025

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This is a marvellous house especially if you have a little one in tow. The garden is vast with so much to explore , our 3 yr old grandchild loved the sunken trampoline. The views are lovely and all is very spacious and well equipped.

Reviewed by Jeffrey 14th June 2025

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Reviewed by Cynthia 31st May 2025

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Reviewed by Susan 6th May 2025

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A lovely roomy house in wonderful grounds, ideal for families. Plenty of toys, inside and out, for the children plus relaxing areas for adults. A good location for exploring Rye.

Reviewed by Stuart 28th April 2025

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Reviewed by Shaun 12th April 2025

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Lovely property with outstanding views and facilities. I would wholeheartedly recommend this to anyone who wanted wanted a week to relax and get away from it all!.

Reviewed by Heather 26th November 2024

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Reviewed by Carolyn 10th November 2024

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The house was lovely, clean and airy and the kitchen was extremely well equipped. It was only a 20 minute walk into Rye and there was a pub up the road.

Reviewed by Joanne 2nd November 2024

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Booked for a week for a 60th Birthday with family and friends and we had the most wonderful time. The house is amazing and the garden spectacular especially in autumn. Lots of lovely walks, cooking and exploring Rye. Very special trip .

Reviewed by Amanda 12th September 2024

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Reviewed by Eleanor 24th August 2024

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Reviewed by Diane 18th August 2024

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Great house, garden & location.

Reviewed by Dawn 2nd July 2024

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The perfect home from home for a family get-together. Plenty of indoor space, really well equipped, and the outdoor areas (especially for the little ones) were absolutely perfect. Cant recommend Orchard House highly enough. Definitely one of the best holiday homes weve ever booked! Thank you.

Reviewed by Derek 22nd June 2024

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Original Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.