Family-friendly vacation rentals in Rye

Wish Ward Cottage (Centre of Rye) 4 plus 2

Wish Ward Cottage is a beautifully refurbished 19th-century cottage in the heart of Rye, just off Mermaid Street. Perfect for families, couples or small groups, it blends historic charm with modern comfort. The kitchen / dining area open through French doors onto a private sunny courtyard, ideal for relaxed breakfasts or evening drinks. A cosy lounge offers space to unwind, with Sonos, Smart TV, Netflix and iPlayer throughout your stay. Just minutes from Rye’s shops, restaurants and Camber Sands

Family · Kitchen · Checkout

St John | Rye, East Sussex

Set within the town walls of Rye, St. John occupies a former ambulance station, thoughtfully transformed into a four-bedroom home. Its history remains woven into the architecture, with references to its medical past and materials inspired by the medieval character of its surroundings. Awarded the AJ Retrofit Award and featured in Grand Designs, Condé Nast Traveller, and Dezeen, St. John is an exemplary adaptive reuse project where contemporary living and local heritage exist in careful balance.

Family · Indoor spaces · Hospitality

23 Tower St., Landgate Cottage, Rye

Landgate Cottage is ideally located, opposite the remaining 14th Century Landgate entrance to the old citadel in the heart of Rye. Everything is nearby, with shops, tea rooms, bistros, pubs, restaurants and the Kino Rye cinema also. There is fantastic access to coast and countryside. Close to car parks (£3.00 / 24 hrs), bus stops and Rye railway station (London St Pancras is an hour and 4 mins). Two double bedrooms, bath, shower, fully equipped kitchen and outside terrace with seating.

Kitchen · Indoor spaces · Hospitality

Beach house in Dungeness

Beautiful Dungeness house right on the beach with ever changing views of the sea all year round. The house incorporates an original train carriage and the living space is open plan. The well equipped kitchen includes a generous dining table and chairs, which also looks out across the beach. There are two double bedrooms within the carriage as well as a shower room. An ideal place to explore Dungeness as well as discovering the wider area including Rye, Folkestone and the Romney Marsh.

Family · Kitchen · Condition

Excellent central location, A stylish cosy retreat

The Crow’s Nest is a quirky, stylish & cosy retreat right in the centre off Rye, in the heart of the ancient citadel. Family-friendly or a romantic retreat for two, it's on the 1st & 2nd floors of a Grade II Listed building dating back to the 1500s, managed by Hannah. It’s ideal for a staycation. On the first floor there's a living room, kitchen & bathroom. On the 2nd floor there's a double bedroom & a twin bedroom with two full-size single ‘cabin’ beds, connected by a dressing room.

Kitchen · Family · Outdoor spaces

Central Rye, Stunning Cottage - Sleeps 6 w/parking

Stunning 16th Century cottage which has been beautifully restored to an exceptionally high standard in the centre of Rye. Shops, restaurants and local pubs are 100 yards away and Camber Sands beach is 3 miles away. Perfect getaway for sight seeing in Rye, attending a wedding or a lazy day on the beach! Easy walk from the station and a short walk to the local play park and leisure centre. Private parking spot for the duration of your stay, which is a godsend in Rye!

Family · Indoor spaces · Getting around

14th-Century House in Rye's Historic Citadel

Hucksteps is a medieval, 3 bedroom/2 bathroom house centrally located in the Citadel of Rye. Facing St Mary’s Church, the house is surrounded by cobbled streets, period architecture, literary associations, stunning coastline, and vibrant culture. Camber's sandy beaches and dunes are an easy walk/cycle/drive away. A High Street full of independent shops, restaurants, inns, art galleries, Kino cinema, Rye Spa Retreat, tea rooms are round the cobbly corner.

Kitchen · Indoor spaces · Nearby

Cosy cottage in Rye Harbour

Welcome to our idyllic sea-side cottage in Rye Harbour, just down the road from a cosy pub, a village store, and a nature reserve. The nature reserve is ideal for walks and birdwatching, and is home to the Discovery Centre where you can grab a coffee and learn about the area. There are lots of pubs, cafes, restaurants & a winery in Rye town, 5 minutes away by car. The house is also conveniently located for day trips to Winchelsea and Camber Sands.

Family · Kitchen · Beach

Daisy Tatham Cottage, Rye

Daisy Tatham Cottage is perfectly situated in the heart of the historic Cinque Ports town of medieval Rye, East Sussex – in 1066 country. ‘Daisy’ is a Victorian terraced house dating from about 1850 and provides comfortable, charming and dog friendly accommodation for up to five people. The 5th bed is a futon style single sofa. The house is walking distance from the railway station and just minutes away from Rye's most loved pubs and restaurants.

Indoor spaces · Family · Solo travel

Grade II listed apartment in Mermaid Street, Rye

A grade II listed apartment in the centre of Rye. The property is situated at the bottom of famous cobbled Mermaid Street through a courtyard entrance on The Mint. It is a short walk to local pubs, restaurants and fish and chip shops with beaches within a 10 minute drive. The property features a quirky steep winded staircase and is set on 3 floors! These are also super steep so please be careful with children. A 10 minute walk from Rye station.

Indoor spaces · Family · Access

Old Surgery - C17th House in Rye

Charming, quaint historic house in central Rye with large sunny garden, with garden furniture and hammock. Ideal for large families, two families, or groups of friends. Available for whole weeks in summer, and for weekends from autumn-spring. NB check-in/checkout times listed are for Saturday same day changeover - If you are renting just for the weekend then the check-in / check out time will normally be much more relaxed - ask me for details

Family · Kitchen · Walkability

The Yard Rye

The Yard is a two-bed interior-designed cottage in the citadel of the beautiful Cinque Port town of Rye. It is situated down a cobbled passageway next to a pretty tea room. PLEASE NOTE – The property can sleep up to two adults in the master bedroom and one child in the single, with a pull-out camp bed if needed for an extra child. We also have a travel cot for an infant. Please be aware we have a steep staircase.

Family · Indoor spaces · Sleep quality