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Thornsdale Oast House

Cottage in Rye with kitchen and fireplace

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Mermaid Street Rye | East Sussex, England
Rye | East Sussex, England
Rye | East Sussex, England

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Iden
  • Place, High Weald
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Camber Sands
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Dixter House and Gardens
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathroom

Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Thornsdale Oast House

In glorious rural surroundings, pet friendly cottage ideal for larger groups, with footpath across miles of open countryside close by.. Ground Floor:

Living room: 55" Smart TV, DVD Player, Open Fire

Dining room: CD Player

Kitchen: Smart TV, Gas Hob, Electric Range, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer

Utility Room:

Games Room: (3 Steps), Pool Table

Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Smart TV

Separate Toilet.

First Floor:

Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet

Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed

Bedroom 4: Zip And Link 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet

Bedroom 5: Zip And Link 2 x Single (3ft) Beds

Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Enclosed Garden with patio and terrace with BBQ and outdoor furniture. Private parking for 5 cars. No smoking. Please note: Pond in grounds.. This attractive detached house set in the owner’s grounds provide spacious holiday accommodation situated at the end of a mile-long lane in glorious rural surroundings. Pet friendly and offering a plethora of walks on the doorstep, the cottage offers good quality linen, towels and super fast fibre broadband and is a superb self catering base. There is a public footpath leading off the owner’s drive providing miles of walks across open countryside.

A trip to picturesque Rye enables visitors to sample local foods at the Wednesday morning farmers market which is held at Strand Quay. By taking a stroll along the cobbled streets, there is also the chance to buy a memento from one of the many independently-owned shops and boutiques, art galleries and potteries - or even start Christmas shopping from the wide selection of goods available! Also worth a visit are Rye Harbour Nature Reserve, Camber Sands and Camber Castle – this area of saltmarsh protects some very special wildlife, and footpaths lead to four birdwatching hides. The picturesque market town of Battle makes for an enjoyable day out, as well as Hastings, the Sealife Centre and Pevensey Castle (where the Romans invaded). The area is also well known for its local vineyards including Chapel Down and Sedlescombe. A trip to Tenterden - often referred to as the Jewel of the Weald - is an alternative and, for garden lovers, Sissinghurst (National Trust) is not to be missed. Further National Trust places to visit include Smallhythe Place, Scotney Castle and Bodiam Castle. Day trips to France are possible with the Channel Tunnel a mere 30-minute drive. An excellent sky venue for astrology, photography, or just wishing on a star. Shops 1½ miles, pub 1 mile.

Free WiFi



There is a water feature/pond on the grounds of this property.

Suitable for up to 2 pets

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Important information

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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 and a first aid kit
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About the area

Rye

Located in Rye, this cottage is in a rural area. Rye Golf Club and The Chapel Down Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Rye Farm World and Kent and East Sussex Railway. South of England Rare Breeds Centre and Shipwreck and Coastal Heritage Centre are also worth visiting.
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What's nearby

  • High Weald - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Rye Harbour Nature Reserve - 13 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Camber Sands - 15 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Great Dixter House and Gardens - 22 min drive - 19.2 km
  • Leeds Castle - 43 min drive - 51.6 km

Getting around

  • Rye Station - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ferry Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Bell at Iden - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Knoops - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Rye Waterworks Micropub - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Globe Inn Marsh - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Thornsdale Oast House pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Thornsdale Oast House?

As of 1 January 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thornsdale Oast House on 3 January 2026 start from NZ$1,365.16, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Thornsdale Oast House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Thornsdale Oast House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Thornsdale Oast House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Thornsdale Oast House located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of 1066 Country Walk, Landgate and Rye Castle Museum. Church of St Mary the Virgin and Rye St. Mary's Parish Church are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 28 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Lucy-Emma Harris

Perfect location for a group of friends to get together and catch up.

Perfect location for a group of friends to get together and catch up.

8/10 Good

Fay R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely location oast house

We enjoyed our stay in this attractive oast house. Good games facilities. The house needs some tlc to make it fabulous. Pleased that the owner came round quickly with a replacement fridge/freezer when we couldn’t work the one there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shantay R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday

Beautiful location, spacious, host was very friendly and helpful left us out some treats and goodies. Only warning is the road leading up to the property and lack of Ubers and transport but that was expected, would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

André W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful house lovely quiet location

A great property with fantastic views in a quiet location. The house is warm and the beds comfortable and clean. There was plenty of room for our party of 9 and a dog. The kitchen is well equipped enough space and to cook for our party. The enclosed garden is ideal for a dog, and having an afternoon drink in the sun. We had a good holiday and hope to be back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hayley S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Iden break

We are so pleased we have found this Gem ! The surroundings are stunning ! It’s so quiet and peaceful. The furniture, beds, sofas, quilts and towels are all amazing quality ! Plenty of everything ! The kitchen is filled with everything you need . Huge TVs a beautiful open fire and ample comfortable seating ! Plenty of parking , great correspondence with the owners ! Lovely welcome pack ! It was cleans fresh and the quilts smelt amazing ! We will be booking again ! Thank you David you made 9 mid aged ladies very happy ! See you very soon again !
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

steve n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Remote but very nice

All very good only thing is pond could be hazard our dog fell in it even though hates water, other than that lovely place very remote but nice and clean very warm well worth a visit
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Susanna

Loved staying in an Oast House with its round rooms.

Loved staying in an Oast House with its round rooms. Huge open fire, beautiful countryside, enclosed garden for the dog, games room with pool table and table tennis outside. Big dining room table for family meals and lots of comfy, en-suite double bedrooms. There were only 6 of us due to the restrictions but it sleeps 10 comfortably. Rye is a lovely old town and the beach is massive and sandy. All ticks. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Sibella

Loved the cottage and its location - very convenient for Rye, Camber etc and v nice local walks & pu

Loved the cottage and its location - very convenient for Rye, Camber etc and v nice local walks & pub. Drive could do with a few less potholes, but understand fixing this is imminent. Bathrooms could do with some finishing touches but overall we were delighted with the whole setup. Hosts were very friendly, helpful and accommodating too. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Gill

A really lovely place to stay.

A really lovely place to stay. Great location. Very spacious, clean and well equipped. I would definitely recommend it. Thank you. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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8/10 Good

Marion

The Oast House is a great place if you want to get away from it all.

The Oast House is a great place if you want to get away from it all. Loads of space for everyone and a great games room in the basement. The property was very clean, beds comfortable and for me, two particularly welcome features, decent kitchen equipment and a properly enclosed garden for the dogs to roam in freely! David (the owner) was very friendly and helpful. The local pub the Bell in Iden serves lovely food and the staff there are extremely friendly. All in all a wonderful place for a break. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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8/10 Good

Pamela

L

Lovely place to stay, easy to get to places of interest Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

L

Lovely oas house nice location we all had a really enjoyable break would certainly book it again Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Gathering

Ages ranged from 7 to 75 and we all equally loved our stay. The house was perfect with plenty of room for 9 of us and plenty of equipment and facilities too. Can’t fault it at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
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10/10 Excellent

We are a group of middle aged friends who visited for our Christmas weekend break.

We are a group of middle aged friends who visited for our Christmas weekend break. Everything was perfect. Beds were comfortable, loads of seating, the dining area suited us brilliantly as we cooked in. The boys had great fun using the games room, the kitchen was lovely to sit and enjoy the amazing views.. We ate out just 10 minutes down the road in Rye which was stunning. We also visited Battle which was really lovely too and had its Christmas parade on, all very quaint... On the way home we stopped at the Ashford outlets for some real Christmas shopping (about 15-20 mins away) and managed to catch Black Friday deals... Fantastic.. We all had a wonderful time and would highly recommend Thornsdale Oast house to everyone.
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8/10 Good

Lesley

Good house for a family get together, plenty of space downstairs although we did think the bedrooms

Good house for a family get together, plenty of space downstairs although we did think the bedrooms (apart from the one in the roundel) were a little small. Very well equipped kitchen but the house did feel a bit “tired”. A stair gate would be useful if there we’re toddlers in the party.
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10/10 Excellent

Wo

A beautiful property set in a lovely country surrounding.

A beautiful property set in a lovely country surrounding. Amenities were a fair distance so a car is definitely needed. The oast house was clean and catered for all the family. The owners thought of everything needed from kitchenware to the games room, that was a real bonus. There were 10 of us in our family plus 2 dogs and we had loads of space in the house, good parking too. A lovely retreat for us, and would certainly come again. Rye is a lovely place to visit.
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8/10 Good

My whole family (mixed ages) enjoyed the house and location.

My whole family (mixed ages) enjoyed the house and location. My suggestions for improvement would be: Yard needs weeding and additional relaxing garden furniture would enhance the stay. The front porch is in desperate need of a clean up. Cleaning materials needed to ensure visitors can maintain the cleanliness. 2 dishwasher tablets does not cut it. Deep clean to brighten the house.
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10/10 Excellent

Sheila

This is a stunning unique property set in beautiful countryside near Rye.

This is a stunning unique property set in beautiful countryside near Rye. It is very well equipped and was ideal for our family reunion. The property is on various levels and we did take a stair gate which helped with 20 month old twins! I would not hesitate to return.
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10/10 Excellent

LAURA

A very lovely and comfortable 5 star rated Oast house in a delightful rural location but easy car ac

A very lovely and comfortable 5 star rated Oast house in a delightful rural location but easy car access to Rye, sights and all the gardens of Kent and the beaches. The dining room and kitchen are particularly worth mentioning if staying as a group as theres tons of space and an abundance of kitchen utensils! the dining table seats 10 comfortably and we took great joy in eating in every evening and bought some fine rye candles for the table ! The range cooker is great for cooking for large numbers. our Labradoodle loved his stay too. The owners are easily contactable and very helpful. I would highly recommend this gorgeous holiday home ! We will be returning soon.
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10/10 Excellent

Eunice

We had a very relaxing time with plenty of space for everyone.

We had a very relaxing time with plenty of space for everyone. Very peaceful and only wish we had known there was no table tennis equipment as the weather was lovely and we could have played outside even though it was March. Loved the views from Most of the bedrooms and also loved the open fire to sit round During the evenings.
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10/10 Excellent

Anthea

This is a lovely house with lots of space and very well equipped throughout.

This is a lovely house with lots of space and very well equipped throughout. Great kitchen, lots of bathrooms etc. The garden was totally dog proof - even for our very lively spaniel - which made a huge difference as she could sniff around and explore outside in total safety. Our only issue was that we hadn't realised prior to arrival that the property wasn't entirely suitable for an extremely fast moving toddler. It is open plan with quite a few stairs so someone had to be on suicide watch most of the time she was up and about which wasn't altogether relaxing. For slightly older children it was ideal. Lots of games, puzzles etc plus a dedicated games room with pool, bar footie plus table tennis in the garden. We would certainly revisit but not for a few years. Lots to do locally. We went to Great Dixter, Rye town and a lovely walk along the coast from Rye Harbour, Hastings, Winchelsea and - favourite of the dog and the toddler - Camber Sands. Would definitely recommend.
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10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Beautiful, comfortable house where we celebrated a birthday.

Beautiful, comfortable house where we celebrated a birthday. There were 10 of us and we had no issues at all with size of rooms or facilities. Just two things to note. On the instructions on how to get there, please state the name of the pub as we got a bit lost! Secondly, we found traces of mice in kitchen and upstairs left bedroom, which put us on edge a little, but hey, it's the countryside!!
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8/10 Good

Chloe

Lovely cottage and great location.

Lovely cottage and great location. We all had a fab weekend. Could do with a good clean (lots of cobwebs) and don't rely on the Wi-Fi as hardly worked at all
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8/10 Good

An interesting property in an interesting area.

An interesting property in an interesting area. The property is large but cosy. The owners provide a range of maps and leaflets to help you decide what to do. If you don't what to do much at all, there is a generous outdoor area and and gas barbecue. Local pub a c. 20 minute (brisk) walk, but worth it for excellent beer and very good, and reasonably priced, food.
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10/10 Excellent

Darren

We recently stayed at the Oast House for a birthday gathering.

We recently stayed at the Oast House for a birthday gathering. We all loved our stay there. It has such a homely feel. We had 8 in our party and there was lots of room. Plenty of places to hang out so you're not on top of each other and you don't have to all be in the same room. It has an outrageous amount of board games! If board games are your thing then it's a winner. There's also the games room area which is great. Can't beat an open fire too. The surrounding area is lovely. Very quiet and peaceful. We were not disturbed at all. We left a bag at the property which is annoying but the owners were great in sorting that out. Would definitely recommend!

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