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Rock Lobster is a cosy two bedroom seaside cottage at Camber Sands near Rye. Just a five minute stroll from the dunes and miles of sandy beach, Rock Lobster is equipped and furnished to a very high standard and holds a Visit Britain 4* Gold Award. You'll find everything you'll need for a relaxing and comfortable stay. Our holiday home is managed by us, the owners, our aim is make your stay both comfortable and enjoyable. You will be met at the cottage and welcomed on arrival .
We offer short stays and weekend breaks (minimum stay is 2 nights) as well as holidays of a week or more. Please contact me if you would like a quote for a shorter break or if you have any questions at all. The prices quoted for Rock Lobster on this Holiday Lettings listing include the booking fee they take from gue...Rock Lobster is a cosy two bedroom seaside cottage at Camber Sands near Rye. Just a five minute stroll from the dunes and miles of sandy beach, Rock Lobster is equipped and furnished to a very high standard and holds a Visit Britain 4* Gold Award. You'll find everything you'll need for a relaxing and comfortable stay. Our holiday home is managed by us, the owners, our aim is make your stay both comfortable and enjoyable. You will be met at the cottage and welcomed on arrival .
We offer short stays and weekend breaks (minimum stay is 2 nights) as well as holidays of a week or more. Please contact me if you would like a quote for a shorter break or if you have any questions at all. The prices quoted for Rock Lobster on this Holiday Lettings listing include the booking fee they take from guests, so may be somewhat higher than you have seen elsewhere where we accept direct bookings.
The kitchen is well equipped with quality pans and sharp knives to make preparing a meal a joy. The dining table in the lounge seats 4 comfortably. In fine weather guests enjoy cooking on the Weber gas barbecue and dining al fresco in the sunny fenced garden. You will find no shortage of fresh local ingredients to fire your culinary imagination, whether it is fresh seafood straight from the boats, salt marsh Romney lamb, locally grown vegetables, award wining wine from a local vineyard or local Kentish apple juice, cider or ale.
On a sunny day why not pack a picnic and enjoy some time on the beach. You will find a picnic rug, cool bag with freezer blocks, thermos, wind-break and beach toys at the cottage. The sand is perfect for building sandcastles and the shallow lagoons left by the receding tide, and often warmed by the sun, are the perfect place for children to splash about in.
Located only a few minutes stroll from the magnificent Camber Sands beach, a breath taking seven mile stretch of golden sand backed by picturesque dunes, Rock Lobster is the perfect seaside retreat for couples, small families and friends; the perfect home from home. So whatever the weather, winter, spring summer or fall, romantic break or family holiday, unwind at Rock Lobster. After a long walk on the beach relax in the cosy lounge with a cup of tea (or something stronger). The sumptuous leather sofa, comfy chair and co-ordinating cushions and foot stall are so comfortable; relax and enjoy the 40” TV with freeview and DVD player or listen to music using the i-Pod dock. Rock Lobster has free unlimited wi-fi which is available throughout the cottage.
A holiday is not a holiday without a good night's sleep and you'll love our luxurious beds. Both bedrooms have zip-and-link kingsize beds that can be split into singles, you choose. Whatever your choice you can look forward to crisp hotel quality white bed linen, fluffy white towels and complimentary Sea Kelp toiletries. We have also thought carefully about our younger guests, we have bed guards and cots which can be provided ready for your arrival.
We are parents ourselves we have been on many self catering holidays and so have a good idea of what makes a holiday with a young family fun, relaxing and stress-free. Genuinely family friendly, Rock Lobster is equipped with travel cots, high chairs, dining booster seats, fitted stair gates top and bottom, bed guards, steam steriliser, babies and children's cutlery, plates, bowls and beakers, socket covers, cupboard locks in the kitchen, baby listening monitor, toddler step, potty, changing mat…. as well as indoor and outdoor toys. We can cater easily for twins with two of everything. If you have triplets or more you might like to take a look at our other property The Salty Dog - it's bigger!
Of course, we welcome every member of your family at Rock Lobster and that includes your dogs. Our own dog, Chloe, has worked hard to ensure that the needs of your canine companions are taken care of, including checking that the fenced garden is escape proof. We provide dog bowls and a few toys but ask that you bring your dog's own bed and towels. The beach is a short walk away, less than five minutes when being towed by an eager hound, and even in summer (when certain restrictions apply) there are still miles of sand to be explored off the lead and many seagulls to be chased. On the way back you can call in at the Rye Bay Café or The Owl pub, both of whom welcome dogs and offer tasty home cooked food. They will even provide a water bowl for your dog.
Rock Lobster cottage has two similarly sized bedrooms upstairs, each with zip-link beds, a wardrobe with drawers and space for a travel cot if desired, and a lovely, fully tiled bathroom with a rain-shower over the bath (and a hand-held shower for those who prefer not to be drenched). On the ground floor there is the comfortable lounge with double french doors onto the deck and garden, a small but well equipped kitchen and a WC. The fully enclosed garden to the rear is ideal for kids and dogs to play in, or just plain relaxing and taking it easy, and any sports equipment can be stored securely in the shed. To the side of the cottage is an outdoor tap with hose for showering sand of dogs (and kids) after playing on the beach.
The cottage is within easy walking distance of a couple of nice restaurants including The Gallivant Bistro and Beach Bar, The Dunes Bar and the Rye Bay Cafe. The local pub, The Owl, also serves excellent home cooked meals and a good selection of well kept ales and welcomes children and dogs. There are a couple of small grocery stores in Camber and an excellent farm shop at Salts Farm two miles away.
The medieval town of Rye with its quaint streets and ancient buildings is only 3 miles away. This pretty little hill top town was once the haunt of smugglers and is steeped in history. The cobbled streets are now lined with unique, independent shops, art galleries, artisan food shops, historic inns, restaurants and tea shops. The town also hosts many festivals and special events throughout the year including the famous Rye Bay Scallop Festival each February, a Jazz Festival in August, the Wild Boar Festival at the end of October, the Bonfire Procession each November and a magical Christmas Festival throughout December.
Those with an interest in history will also enjoy visiting some of the many interesting castles and historic buildings within a short drive of the cottage including Bodiam Castle, Hastings Castle, Camber Castle and Battle Abbey.
Garden lovers will not be disappointed either as Great Dixter, Pashley Manor, Sissinghurst Castle, Merriments and Derek Jarman's coastal garden are all within easy reach.
Camber Sands is a popular destination for water sports enthusiasts. Kite surfing, sailing, wind surfing, sand yachting, wake boarding, water skiing and jet skiing are all available locally either from the beach or on the large coastal lakes just outside Camber.
Families enjoy days visiting the Kent and East Sussex Steam Railway or the Romney Hythe and Dymchurch Railway, Port Lympe Wildlife Park, Hastings Aquarium and the Smugglers Adventure.
You can ride a steam train, climb a lighthouse, explore caves once used by smugglers, hide it the dungeon of a moated castle, walk on beautiful sandy beaches, picnic in the dunes, wind-surf on coastal lakes, or just relax and unwind. With so much to do in the area it's no wonder so many of our guests return again and again.
Location Information
Rock Lobster and Camber Sands can be reached by rail from London. Fast trains run to Ashford or Hastings, then connect with a short branch-line journey to Rye, Taxis are available outside Rye station for the 10 minute journey to the cottage.
House Rules
Pet-friendlyKid friendlyNo smoking
Bedrooms
2 Queens4 Twins
Bathrooms
1 Half bath1 Full bath
Meet the host
Carol Brazel (Property Manager Carol Brazel)
Hosting since December 2014
Languages spoken: English, German
Response Time: Within a few hours
Interaction with guests: Please feel free to ask us any questions either before or during your stay. You will be sent a guide before your arrival with suggestions of things to do and restaurants etc.
You will be met at the property on arrival and we are on hand throughout your stay to help with any problems you may have.
We had a fantastic time at the Rock Lobster in early May. The cottage is a 5 minute walk to the beach, was sparkling clean and we found it very comfortable with everything we needed for a week’s stay. The kitchen is well stocked and it was easy to cook for ourselves as well as enjoying the local restaurants in Camber. It was the perfect base to enjoy the beach and explore Rye and the surrounding countryside on our bikes. Bike storage as well as parking was a bonus. Thanks for a great stay, we will be back!
Visited May 2021
Written May 8, 2021. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
TrailBlazer384079
We are pleased you enjoyed your stay. The area is wonderful to explore by bike as it's reasonably flat and the quiet lanes on the mashes are relatively traffic free. The secure bike storage makes this all the easier too, We look forward to welcoming you back again.
Written May 13, 2021. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Leigh C
Guildford, United Kingdom73 contributions
Great little cottage for a break at Camber Sands
Lovely cottage with good facilities and parking and a nice private decking area outside at the rear. 2 decent sized bedrooms with a reasonable amount of storage space. Shower over bath nice and hot and powerful. Well stocked kitchen in terms of utensils etc.
Visited April 2021
Written April 25, 2021. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
TrailBlazer384079
Thank you for taking the time to review your stay at Rock Lobster, we are pleased you enjoyed your short break.
Written April 27, 2021. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
JandKLittle
Greater London, United Kingdom2 contributions
Perfect pet friendly accommodation
Everything you would need was provided. Beach a short walk away, Rye short drive away as is Dungeness. Covid precautions in place and plenty of information as to what to do and what was required on leaving. Appreciated the scones and dog biscuits!
Are looking to return soon.
Visited October 2020
Written October 14, 2020. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Peter H
Woking, United Kingdom6 contributions
Well-equipped house 5-minute walk from the beach
We had previously stayed in Salty Dog so we already knew we could count on the quality of the property. This fresh and modern two-bedroomed house is very practical and extremely well fitted out with everything you could possibly need.
Just a short walk away is the enormous Camber beach, backed with sand dunes and often used as a film location. The beach has lifeguards in the holiday season and dogs are allowed on one half.
Camber itself has two small convenience stores, but a 10-minute drive gets you into Rye, a picturesque historic Cinque Ports town with full facilities and well worth a visit. Five minutes from Rye, Winchelsea also has a well preserved centre.
Visited September 2020
Written September 26, 2020. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Curlylocks14
2 contributions
Wonderful house near the beach
We would thoroughly recommend this lovely holiday house - our family of four had a wonderful two-week break in Camber, and Rock Lobster provided the perfect base for us there. The road is peaceful and it's a short walk from the amazing beach (the path up the dunes is steep, but there are easier paths if required). The house has everything we needed, and Carol was so helpful, answering all our questions before the holiday, and any other queries over the phone while we were there, too. All the necessary precautions had been put in place during the pandemic, and were all explained to us in advance too. We felt safe and able to relax fully.
We loved it - and have already rebooked for next year!
Visited July 2020
Written August 21, 2020. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
TrailBlazer384079
Thank you for taking the time to share you experiences. We and our staff have all undertaken appropriate training and have put measures in place to ensure our guests feel safe and secure and are please to learn you felt confident and relaxed during your stay. We look forward to welcoming you and your family again next year.
Written September 14, 2020. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Andrew T
Farnham Common, United Kingdom5 contributions
Lovely cottage, great location
Very clean and well equipped cottage in excellent location, perfect for a long weekend and dog walk walking. We had one minor issue with the heating but that was quickly sorted and was just one of those things.
Visited November 2019
Written November 15, 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
American-in-LondonUK
London, United Kingdom221 contributions
Great weekend stay
The owner, Carol, could not be more helpful or more prepared in thinking thru everything you might need for your stay. She was very communicative before, during and after. I wouldn't hesitate in recommending and hope to stay again - if I'm lucky may try the other cottage, the Salty Dog.
Visited October 2019
Written October 28, 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
TrailBlazer384079
Thank you for taking the time to review your experience with us. We'd love to welcome you back to either of our Camber Sands cottages.
Written October 30, 2019. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Graham D
Greater London, United Kingdom5 contributions
A return visit to Rock Lobster
We have now been twice to each of Carols propeties in Camber and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend both. Everything is provided as a base to enjoy a time by the sea. Easy walking to the beach and what a beach. Lots of things to do as you will see when you check out the Rock Lobster site. Our dog loved his stay and is missing the soft sand which he loves to roll in! Will be back.
Visited September 2019
Written September 26, 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Caroline D
1 contribution
Perfect for dog friendly holiday
The cottage is 5 mins from amazing Camber beach. Dogs loved it! We loved the cottage well furnished, clean and cosy. Loved the scones and home made jam delicious. Lots to do, loved Rye and the harbour. We'll be back.
Visited April 2019
Written April 29, 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Sunshine35485006946
1 contribution
Hundefreundliches Ferienhaus
Ein schnuckliges, kleines, gemütlich eingerichtetes Ferienhaus. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Im Umkreis von 10-20 Meilen gibt es jede Menge schöner Walks und sehr nette Städtchen, wie Rye, Tenderden und Battle.
Visited December 2018
Written January 4, 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
TrailBlazer384079
Vielen Dank für Ihre Bewertung. Wir freuen uns, dass Sie Spaß hatten. Carol
Written January 9, 2019. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
The medieval town of Rye with its quaint streets and ancient buildings is only 3 miles away. This pretty little hill top town was once the haunt of smugglers and is steeped in history. The cobbled streets are now lined with unique, independent shops, art galleries, artisan food shops, historic inns, restaurants and tea shops. The town also hosts many festivals and special events throughout the year including the famous Rye Bay Scallop Festival each February, a Jazz Festival in August, the Wild Boar Festival at the end of October, the Bonfire Procession each November and a magical Christmas Festival throughout December.Those with an interest in history will also enjoy visiting some of the many interesting castles and historic buildings within a short drive of the cottage including Bodiam Castle, Hastings Castle, Camber Castle and Battle Abbey.Garden lovers will not be disappointed either as Great Dixter, Pashley Manor, Sissinghurst Castle, Merriments and Derek Jarman's coastal garden are all within easy reach.
Camber Sands is a popular destination for water sports enthusiasts. Kite surfing, sailing, wind surfing, sand yachting, wake boarding, water skiing and jet skiing are all available locally either from the beach or on the large coastal lakes just outside Camber.Families enjoy days visiting the Kent and East Sussex Steam Railway or the Romney Hythe and Dymchurch Railway, Port Lympe Wildlife Park, Hastings Aquarium and the Smugglers Adventure. You can ride a steam train, climb a lighthouse, explore caves once used by smugglers, hide it the dungeon of a moated castle, walk on beautiful sandy beaches, picnic in the dunes, wind-surf on coastal lakes, or just relax and unwind. With so much to do in the area its no wonder so many of our guests return again and again.
Getting around
A car is the most convenient way to get around, however there are buses running along the coast and trains from Rye to Hastings and London via Ashford. The area is great for cycling as the traffic free coastal cycle path is just a few meters from the house. The area is very flat and the roads are quiet.
Access
Car advised
How to get there
Easily accessible from mainland Europe, Rock Lobster is about 30 minutes drive from the channel tunnel.
The high speed train links London to Ashford and a brach line from Ashford to Rye which is about 5km from Rock Lobster.
Activities nearby
Fishing spots availableGolf course (within 30 mins drive)Watersports
Things to know
Check in / out timings
Check in after 3 PM • Check out by 10 AM
Cancellation policy
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
50% refund* if you cancel at least 8 weeks before check-in
25% refund* if you cancel at least 4 weeks before check-in
No refund available once booking is confirmed
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