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Pretty 18th century cottage centrally situated on Mermaid Street in Rye

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Rye, England
  • Place, Rye Heritage Centre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lamb House
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, 1066 Country Walk
    ‪6 min walk‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Pretty 18th century cottage centrally situated on Mermaid Street in Rye

Mermaid Cottage is a delightful 18th century cottage situated on the historic cobbled Mermaid Street in the medieval town of Rye, perfect for a relaxing break away from it all. Mermaid Cottage is only five minutes walk from Rye Station. Car parking is next to the station.

Situated at the top of Mermaid Street, you step out on to the cobbled street or sit in the bay window and watch the world go by.

One of a pair of cottages situated at the top of the historic cobbled street within the citadel of Rye, you have views along Mermaid Street and across the rooftops from the bedrooms.

The cottage is light and airy, and sleeps four, in a double room on the first floor and a twin bedded room on the top floor. It has a separate living room, dining room and kitchen. The bathroom has a shower bath and heated towel rail. There is also a secluded courtyard garden with table and chairs, perfect for alfresco dining.

We have a no smoking or vaping policy and pets are not permitted.
During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Lamb House. Laundry facilities are available. The cottage includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The cottage offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and a living room
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Steps from Lamb House and St Anthony of Padua
As a guest of this cottage, you'll find a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Rye cottage is smoke free.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking or vaping permitted

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Rules

No barbecues or open fires at the property

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking or vaping permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Mermaid Cottage Mermaid Street Rye East Sussex
Mermaid Cottage Mermaid Street Rye East Sussex TN31 7EU
Mermaid Cottage, Mermaid Street, Rye, East Sussex, TN31 7EU Rye

Pretty 18th century cottage centrally situated on Mermaid Street in Rye Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Louise diver

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage in a great location. We found plenty to do for the weekend. Would recommend. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gillian M.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a great little cottage , in a central location . Clare was very helpful , she gave us lots of information about Rye. Her communication was excellent .
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very pleasant stay, property is in central Rye and within a few minutes walk of everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really sweet cottage in a great location
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning location. A great property, well laid out with everything you could need for a short stay
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect family cottage to explore Rye and surroundings

We spent lovely weekend in Rye staying in this cosy and comfortable cottage in the perfect location on Mermaid Street, close to the restaurants and bakeries on the High Street, and the fabulous Kino cinema.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janine M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous stay at Mermaid Cottage

Thoroughly enjoyed my stay at Mermaid Cottage.During my stay I needed to work, but sitting at the desk overlooking the cobbles of the iconic Mermaid Street made all the difference! Thank you Clare for a great stay, I will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juria W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Easter Break - wonderful

We loved staying in Mermaid Cottage. An ideal place in the centre of Rye. Rye is full of places to eat and drink and great walks from the doorstep. The cottage was clean and comfortable with a lovely Easter goody bag on our arrival. We are looking forward to returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ethan M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Experience!

Clare's home is cozy, charming and super clean and tidy. We loved our stay here. Most importantly, Clare is a delight. She was very communicative and extremely flexible and accommodating. Thank you so much for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Long weekend in Rye

Perfect location in the middle of the old town with everything in walking distance. Lovely cottage with the feel of a home from home. Will be visiting again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Historical Mermaid Street Cottage in Rye

A well kept, historical cottage that gives you an idea of what living in a three story, fairly small, three story cottage is like. Wish we had had sunny weather to enjoy the darling back patio, but we got rain instead.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend at Mermaid cottage

The property was lovely and suited our party of 3 adults perfectly. It is situated at the top of the most picturesque street in town, close to all the restaurants and a great base to explore the area. Clare was a wonderful host and the goody bag on arrival was very welcome.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful cottage

This was my second time staying in the charming Mermaid cottage, the house is lovely and great for a all group of friends. It is near everything - trains, buses, restaurants and bars and it is on the prettiest street in Rye. Claire is a wonderful and kind host, she greeted us on arrival, left essentials (wine, coffee, milk) and quickly responded to all our requests - thank you, we really appreciated it! I predict a third visit
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeff o.

Liked: Cleanliness

a great stay

I really enjoyed my stay. The street was busy with tourists during the day but totally quiet at night. The location is the highlight of the town, with short distances to the train station, restaurants, groceries, attractions and so on. It did not matter to me but the restroom in on the second floor via a narrow stair. The kitchen had most everything I needed (except meals of course.) I really like the outdoor patio although it may only hold up to 4 people. Glare is a very nice person and helped me get in after I arrived. Rye is one of those towns like Brugge, Belgium and other towns I have visited, that are in a time warp, not compromised by modern development and sprawl. Touristy but all the nice old towns of this quality are that way. Still, the tourist component is mainly on the weekend. The close train station allows one to easily get to Hastings, Bexhill and the other nice places along the coast. I made the right choice. Jeff
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jolin W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful, comfortable, cozy home-from-home

Clare is very welcoming, and provides a warm and personal service. The cottage is lovely and a perfect cozy home from home. It is thoughtfully furnished and decorated to make the most use of the space and feel like a home instead of a bland characterless 'anywhere'. We have family in the area and they were extremely impressed too when they popped by the cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vida P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mermaid Cottage

An attractive, well equipped, beautifully sited cottage at the top of Mermaid St., the heart of the old town. Clare was a charming , attentive host who offered excellent advice on activities and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katharine P.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Gem of Rye

We had a fantastic stay in Clare’s beautiful property. The house is beautiful and in the beating heart of historic Rye. The host herself was unbelievably helpful and kind. It really felt like she wanted us to have the best holiday and went out of her way to ensure it happened! Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Anne G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint cottage in a perfect location

We had. a great week in this cottage which is perfectly and centrally located in the most lovely and historical street in Rye. The bedrooms are comfy and well - presented with nice quality bedding and curtains. The bathroom is pristine with lots of hot water. Clare was very efficient, friendly and helpful, providing useful information about the property and the surrounding area. We would have rated the cottage 5 overall but we found the seating in the living room quite hard and not very comfortable. Also for anyone who likes to cook on holiday the kitchen is very small and the cooker plates slow to heat up, so the property would best suit those who want to eat out more or have take aways. There is loads to do locally and the house is a great base from which to explore
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alison B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Rye

We had a lovely stay in this beautiful little cottage. It was well equipped and very comfortable. The owners were extremely helpful and welcoming . The cottage was in the perfect location, such a pretty little street and it was very easy to walk into the centre of Rye.. I would highly recommend a stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maurice T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and lovely host

Despite the storm and the breaking of war we had a lovely stay in this house. Clare was super helpful and the house is lovely with everything you need.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ben S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property and friendly owner

This is a great property right in the heart of Rye. The owner left a lovely welcome pack for us and our daughter and was very helpful with the booking and throughout our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lucy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thank you!!

I can't imagine a better location or nicer cottage in Rye, and Clare was a wonderfully helpful and welcoming host. Thanks for a lovely break!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mermaid Cottage

Clare telephoned before our stay and recommended where to park, and what to see and do. This meant we didn’t waste any holiday time. Mermaid Cottage is really comfortable and centrally located in Rye town, and yet surprisingly quiet during the day and night. The cobbled road is just picture perfect, as if you are living in a film set. Clare’s welcome pack was stunning and quickly energised us after our journey. We would love to stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lucy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely stay

Beautiful cottage with a pretty little garden at the back, and wonderful, central location. Definitely recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

A little Gem on Mermaid Street

Rye is one of the most beautiful towns in England. Mermaid street is the most beautiful street in Rye. This cottage is absolutely lovely- very well equipped with super comfy beds. The owners are delightful too. Cannot recommend it high enough