Spacious, characterful Georgian/Tudor home with walled garden in central Rye.
Commanding period house in Rye Conservation Area
The Old Custom House is a commanding, character-filled Georgian/Tudor residence positioned on cobbled Church Square in Rye’s Conservation Area. Generous reception rooms, historic panelling and a 9 ft vaulted medieval cellar give the house rare period authenticity, while a walled rose garden and courtyard provide a private outdoor retreat in the town centre.
Arranged over multiple floors, the property offers flexible family living: principal bedroom with en suite, three further double bedrooms, separate study and several formal reception rooms. Practical comforts include gas central heating, an Everhot range cooker in a well-equipped kitchen, superfast broadband and excellent mobile coverage — useful for home working or busy family life.
Buyers should note material considerations: the house is an older period building with an EPC rating of D and may require upkeep and period-appropriate maintenance. Council Tax Band G is relatively expensive. Parking is on-street via a residents’ permit scheme and on-site parking is limited; two single garages are available only by separate negotiation.
This property will suit buyers seeking character, space and a central Rye location — families, downsizers or those who value heritage and community life. It offers immediate charm and long-term potential, but also the responsibility of caring for a significant historic house.
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