Matchbox

8 High Street, Winchelsea, TN36 4EA, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.2/10! <small>(score from <b>21</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
8.7
Scored 8.7
Excellent
Rated excellent
21 reviews

Peaceful location, coffee shop right next door, a great restaurant down the block, super close to the sea and a short drive to Rye. Fantastic accommodations.

Maria United States of America
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Matchbox

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  • Entire home
  • 958 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • View
  • Pet friendly
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Free parking
  • Bathtub

Matchbox is located in Winchelsea, just 26 miles from Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway Adventure Park and 27 miles from Eastbourne Pier. Guests staying at this vacation home have access to a terrace. Outdoor dining is also possible at the vacation home. With free Wifi, this 2-bedroom vacation home features a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and oven. Towels and bed linen are offered in the vacation home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Eurotunnel UK is 28 miles from Matchbox, while Leeds Castle is 30 miles from the property. The nearest airport is London Gatwick Airport, 66 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

FREE parking!

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
1 queen bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.2
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Maria
    United States of America United States of America
    “Peaceful location, coffee shop right next door, a great restaurant down the block, super close to the sea and a short drive to Rye. Fantastic accommodations.”
  • Amy
    Australia Australia
    “Love this house. Beautifully renovated, beautiful furniture. Beds were extremely comfortable. Great shower. Loved cooking our own food. Love the town. Highly recommend.”
  • Mark
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Location in a lovely pretty small town and easy to get the Battle, Rye & Hastings Pub close by Local shop next door The shower/bathrooms Very tasteful decor and furniture”

Managed by Rye & Beyond Holiday Cottages

Company review score: 9Based on 501 reviews from 29 properties
29 managed properties

Company info

We are a small local holiday let company that has lived in the area for over twenty years. We love where we live and we can be found, cycling, running or walking along the lovely beaches that dot our coast, enjoying the quiet lanes on our bicycles or running on the trails. We love supporting local events and can share our local secrets if looking for something different, to enjoying local one day courses with local artists, birdwatching trips at Rye Harbour Nature Reserve, or wine tasting at one of the many vineyards that are located in the 1066 area. Our aim is to offer a truly personal service to make your stay at one of our holiday cottages as relaxing as we possibly can. Any queries or issues you may have during your stay, we are here to help. Special occasion, need help planning your surprise, we know the best florists, bakers and restaurants to book, just ask. Jacqui has worked in the hospitality sector for over twenty years and she can't wait to welcome you to the cottages and apartments that we manage.

Property info

Matchbox is a beautiful listed cottage in the heart of Winchelsea, overlooking the stunning church. The whole cottage has been finished to a high standard. A fully equipped galley kitchen, open plan lounge/diner and separate TV snug. Upstairs you have two king size bedrooms with views towards the church and each with their own bath/shower room. A small decked enclosed courtyard, perfect for a morning coffee or storing bicycles. One well behaved dog allowed for a small fee. We only allow children aged 8 and over due to the narrow, steep staircases. Parking is on the street and usually directly outside the cottage. The property is located on the high street so there may be some road noise at certain times of the day. The decked courtyard is shared with a neighbour but with clear designated space.

Neighborhood info

Winchelsea is a pretty medieval town with chocolate box cottages and stunning countryside. The village has a local store which serves takeaway coffee and local produce, a pub and the local church. The churchyard is the last resting place of comedian Spike Milligan. There are beautiful 1066 trails only minutes from the property and lovely challenging cycle routes for those bringing bikes. Rye is only 3 miles away with a great selection of independent restaurants, cafes and take away outlets.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Matchbox
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Coffee machine
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linens
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Toilet
    • Bathtub
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Sitting area
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Private entrance
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    Pets
    Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Terrace
    Outdoor & View
    • Landmark view
    • View
    Building Characteristics
    • Detached
    Front Desk Services
    • Private check-in/out
    Miscellaneous
    • Pet bowls
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Matchbox takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM

    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

    Check-out

    From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Refundable damage deposit

    A damage deposit of GBP 150 is required on arrival. That's about USD 187. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children over 8 are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    No cribs or extra beds are available.

    Age restriction

    No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 8 and up are allowed)

    Mastercard Visa American Express Cash is not accepted Matchbox accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    A damage deposit of £150 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

    FAQs about Matchbox

    • Matchbox is 350 feet from the center of Winchelsea. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Matchbox is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Matchbox offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Yes, Matchbox is popular with guests booking family stays.

      • The prices at Matchbox may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

      • Matchbox has the following number of bedrooms:

        • 2 bedrooms

        For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

      • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Matchbox on this page.

      • Matchbox can accommodate this group size:

        • 4 guests

        For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.