Summary - 4, HYLANDS YARD, RYE TN31 7EP
1 bed 1 bath Terraced
Characterful town base with garden and holiday-let potential.
- Unlisted period terraced cottage with sash-style windows
- Recently renovated interior, largely move-in ready
- Single double bedroom plus attic occasional bedroom/studio
- Pretty enclosed cottage garden with summerhouse
- Compact room sizes; overall property circa 690 sq ft
- Small plot and limited garden space for extensive landscaping
- Above-average local crime; consider security and insurance costs
- Central Rye location; mainline station and amenities within walking distance
A charming unlisted period cottage tucked away in central Rye, recently refreshed to combine period detail with contemporary living. The house sits over three floors with a cosy sitting room, kitchen and conservatory opening to a sheltered courtyard, a double bedroom with walk-in closet, and an attic room used as an occasional bedroom or studio. At about 690 sq ft the layout makes smart use of space for comfortable single-occupant or couple living.
Outside, a pretty enclosed cottage garden with mature planting and a summerhouse provides private outdoor space for sitting out or potting. The location is extremely convenient: shops, cafés and attractions are within easy walking distance and the mainline station links to Ashford, Brighton and Eastbourne, making occasional commutes or coastal breaks straightforward.
Practical points to note: the plot is small and room proportions are compact, with limited headroom in the attic room. Crime levels in the immediate area are above average, which prospective buyers should factor into security and insurance costs. The property is freehold and newly renovated, presenting as a move-in-ready period home with potential as a holiday let or an investment if desired.
Viewings are recommended to appreciate the cottage’s character, intelligent layout and central position in Rye. For a buyer seeking a characterful town base, weekend retreat or a rental opportunity in a popular tourist town, this cottage offers immediate appeal with manageable compromise on space.
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