The Gem

The Gem, Old River Way, Winchelsea Beach, Winchelsea, TN36 4LJ, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.1/10! <small>(score from <b>67</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.4
Scored 9.4
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
67 reviews

Private lounge facility with the bedroom - like a suite, meant very comfortable. Substantial breakfast, all delicious. Friendly host and off road parking. Quiet with good views, but Winchelsea within walking distance.

Janet United Kingdom
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The Gem

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The Gem offers accommodations in Winchelsea, 3.1 mi from Rye and 9.3 mi from Hastings. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property and free off-road parking is available on site. All rooms have a flat-screen TV. The room comes with a private bathroom fitted with a shower. Adjacent to the bedroom is the private guest lounge equipped with a wide screen TV, DVD player. Alexa, mini-fridge, tea/coffee making facilities and seating and dining area. Weather-permitting, the garden, summerhouse and outside seating are available for your use during your stay, offering many quiet relaxing places to soak up the sun and the tranquil atmosphere. The property is ideally located for hikers, cyclists, bird watchers, or for a relaxing break. Within short walk of the nature reserve and the beach. Canterbury is 29 mi from The Gem, while Eastbourne is 22 mi away. The nearest airport is London Gatwick Airport, 42 mi from The Gem.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 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 (9.1)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
10
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  • Janet
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Private lounge facility with the bedroom - like a suite, meant very comfortable. Substantial breakfast, all delicious. Friendly host and off road parking. Quiet with good views, but Winchelsea within walking distance.”
  • Colin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The breakfast was lovely and the host was very friendly and helpful.”
  • Veronika
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The space we, as guests, were allowed to use and enjoy - a spacious bedroom, a separate lounge, ensuite bathroom, garden and all the seated areas within; breakfast outside”

Hosted by Janette

9.9
9.9
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Janette
The Gem offers quiet and secluded accommodation in Winchelsea Beach, 3 miles from Rye and 9 miles from Hastings. The accommodation comprises of a suite of rooms containing one spacious double bedroom overlooking the countryside, a newly decorated and furnished guest lounge and private bathroom. The guest lounge is for your sole use and offers a wide screen TV, DVD, Alexa, Mini Fridge, tea and coffee making facilities and also offers comfortable dining and seating. Free wifi is available in all rooms. Weather permitting the garden, summerhouse and outside seating are available for your use during your stay, offering many quiet relaxing places to soak up the sun and the tranquil atmosphere. Free off road parking. The property is ideally suited for hikers, cyclists, bird watchers or for a relaxing break and is within a short walk of the nature reserve and the local beach.
The Gem has been a family home for 30 years and has recently been renovated throughout and offers a suite of rooms comprising of a double bedroom, guest lounge and private bathroom. The Gem is set back from the main road and is accessed via an unadopted road. The property is very quiet and secluded with the garden offering many quiet relaxing places to soak up the sun and the tranquil atmosphere.
Winchelsea Beach is popular with hikers and bird watchers, with walks to the nature reserve, rye harbour and to the quiet beach. For those looking for culture, the medieval town of Rye is only 3 miles away and is one of the famous historic Cinque Ports Town and is steeped in history. Rye offers cobbled streets, many boutique and antique shops. with views of the small fishing fleet and river leading to the sea. Rye offers many eating places including the famous Mermaid Inn, The Ship and Anchor, to mention just a few. There is a Farmers market every Wednesday morning on the Town Quay with a much larger market next to the railway station every Thursday, which is well worth a visit. Hastings, in the heart of the 1066 country offers visitor many tourist attractions such as; Hastings Fishermans Museum and shipwreck museum, Jerwood Art Gallery and the East Hill Cliff Railway to name just a few.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of The Gem
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
Bathroom
  • Private Bathroom
  • Shower
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Beach
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Blu-ray player
  • Flat-screen TV
  • DVD player
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practice

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House rules

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Check-in

From 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Check-out

From 7:30 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.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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

Please inform The Gem of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

FAQs about The Gem

  • Check-in at The Gem is from 5:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The nearest beach is 2,800 feet from The Gem. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

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

    • Beach

  • Room options at The Gem include:

    • Double

  • The Gem is 0.8 miles from the center of Winchelsea. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.