Seakale is located in the heart of Rye Harbour village (2 miles from Rye) and is quietly tucked away at the end of an unmade shingle road, just a short distance from the nature reserve and beach. There is a village store, waterfront pub and two cafes within a short walk from the cottage.
The cottage is arranged over three floors, comfortably accommodating up to 6 guests (plus 2 travel cots) and is as suited to a relaxing break for family or friends as it is for a romantic getaway for two. Please note that the property may not be suitable for elderly or infirm guests, due to the wooden staircases, a small step from the reception area into the kitchen and access to the shower, which is over a large, deep bath.
Seakale is dog-friendly and up to two dogs are very welcome to stay for an additional fee of £30.
The cottage has been decorated in muted off-whites and blues, in keeping with its coastal setting, together with quirky vintage finds. Textured cushions and throws will ensure you feel comfortable and snug. On cooler nights, simply throw a few logs in the woodburner for that cosy cottage feel. White-washed floors and plantation shutters add to the 'beach house' feel, together with far-reaching views of the nature reserve, river and sea.
On the ground floor is a cosy living area with a wood-burning stove and Smart TV. Adjoining this is a spacious dining area comfortably seating up to 6 adults, with french doors that lead out to the garden. Open to the dining area is a well-equipped kitchen stocked with all the kitchen essentials. The kitchen is a very efficient space with all the appliances you would expect, including a good-sized fridge/freezer, electric oven, gas hob, full-size dishwasher, microwave, toaster, kettle, and a Nespresso machine.
On the first floor is the master bedroom with a king-sized bed, double wardrobe and a chest of drawers. There is a family-sized bathroom with marble-topped twin sinks, and a spacious bath with an overhead shower, perfect for blasting off sand after a long day on the beach. There is also a laundry cupboard housing a washing machine. An ironing board and iron are also available.
On the top floor are two twin bedrooms, one with a blackout blind, making it ideal for young children. Both bedrooms have a chest of drawers and hanging pegs/space. The staircase is fitted with a retractable stairgate at the top of the stairs.
To the rear of the cottage is a long, enclosed private garden that is child/dog-friendly, with an outside tap and hosepipe, handy for washing off sandy feet/paws, and a washing line for the drying of clothes/beach towels. There is outdoor furniture seating up to 6 adults and a Weber charcoal BBQ.
Attached to Seakale is a lockable barn providing plenty of storage for bikes or sporting equipment, such as a windsurfer. There is a host of beach paraphernalia that you are welcome to borrow.
FOR THE 'LITTLE PEOPLE' We have tried to think of everything to make a stay with little ones as easy and child-friendly as possible. You will find 2 travel cots, 2 stairgates (one fixed at top of 2nd staircase), bed rail, plug-in night lights (one on the landing and one in each twin bedroom), highchair, booster seat, plastic cups, plates & cutlery, fireguard, toddler step, toilet training seat, potty, and anti-slip bath mats, perfect for weekend visits when you want to travel light. PLEASE NOTE: The staircases at Seakale are wooden and we are unable to fit a stair gate at the top of the first staircase due to the design of the staircase. There is a fixed stairgate at the top of the 2nd staircase and a pressure-fitting gate fixed at the ground floor level.
PARKING There is a small space for parking for 1 medium, or 2 small cars, in front of the attached barn, with plenty of additional free parking on the nearby village street.
PLEASE NOTE: The access road starts off as a tarmac road and leads into a short section of unmade, shingle road, before reaching Seakale. The cottage can be accessed by driving very slowly through this section, especially during wet weather, when there can be surface water. This might not be suitable for very low vehicles.