Coastguard's Lookout is a seaside retreat where the sound of the sea and misty Romney Marsh landscapes blend in harmony. Unwind with a woodburning stove, explore 6 miles to RSPB Dungeness Nature Reserve or medieval town of Rye, indulge in coffee from your machine and enjoy stunning views from the south-facing decked garden.
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8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
Entire home
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4105 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Beach view
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Coastguards Lookout - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms
🏖️ COASTGUARDS LOOKOUT
Wake to the sound of the sea at Coastguards Lookout, a beautifully renovated 1875 coastguard cottage on the edge of Romney Marsh. This secluded end-unit retreat offers dramatic sea views, direct beach access, and a landscape steeped in myths and legends—barely a moment's walk from the shore and less than two hours from London.
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✨ COTTAGE HIGHLIGHTS
• Steps to the beach with miles of often-empty shoreline • Stunning sea views and Romney Marsh vistas • Dog-friendly with south-facing decked garden • Attic bathroom with sea views and stargazing • Built in 1875 to guard against smugglers and invaders • Playful seaside décor with traditional features • Extended garden area perfect for ball games • Quiet, secluded location at the end of the three-unit row • Under 2 hours from London
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🛏️ BEDROOMS
Master Bedroom (Upstairs): Super king-size bed with expansive marsh views where smugglers once plied their trade. Climb to the attic for an exceptional bath under the stars with the sea's waves as your soundtrack.
Bedroom 2: Two 3-foot beds (perfect for children or can be pushed together for a couple). Sea views and small flat-screen TV.
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🚿 BATHROOMS
Family Bathroom: Luxurious walk-in shower with views across the bay and sea
Attic Bathroom: Unique stargazing bath accessible from the master bedroom with sea-wave soundtrack
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🏠 LIVING SPACES
Kitchen/Dining Room: Open-plan space with rustic breakfast bar made from locally sourced wood, coffee machine, induction hob, dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, and music player.
Lounge: Perfect spot to relax with a roaring fire after beach walks and exploring atmospheric pubs with intriguing histories.
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🌳 OUTDOOR SPACE
South-Facing Decked Garden: Decorated with buoys and featuring an extraordinary fence made entirely from reclaimed sea-groynes. Includes outdoor dining table and benches—ideal for enjoying wine after a day of exploring.
Extended Garden: Large grassed area beside the cottage, perfect for ball games, lazing in the sun, or sipping sundowners as the sun sets.
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📍 NEARBY ATTRACTIONS
• Pebble beach – Barely a moment's walk away • Romney Marsh – Explore quiet lanes, medieval churches, drainage ditches with yellow waterlilies • Atmospheric local pubs – Intriguing histories, resident ghouls, roaring fireplaces, cracking ales • RSPB Dungeness Nature Reserve – Rare plants and wildlife • Medieval town of Rye – Historic Cinque Port with shops, pubs, restaurants • Camber Sands – Miles of beach for coastal walks • Historic invasion coast exploration
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⚠️ IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Military Firing Range: This property is near the Lydd Ranges, a historic military firing range and nature reserve. Access to the foreshore is occasionally restricted during live firing exercises (red flags are flown). When firing is not taking place, you may walk along a designated path along the shore.
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Kick off your shoes, shake the city dust from your hair, and wander back to that bit of yourself that gets lost in the hustle and bustle of modern life. With a towering sky overhead and wind fresh with Atlantic salt, Coastguards Lookout is all about relaxation.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the cottage: Internet access
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower
Living spaces
Wood stove
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Located in Rye, this cottage is near the beach. Lamb House and Landgate are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Rye Golf Club and Oxney Organic Estate. Marsh Academy Leisure Centre and Romney Hythe & Dymchurch Light Railway are also worth visiting. Visit our Rye travel guide
Is Coastguards Lookout - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Coastguards Lookout - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Coastguards Lookout - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Coastguards Lookout - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Coastguards Lookout - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms located?
Situated near the beach, this cottage is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Camber Sands and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Rye Golf Club. Lydd Kart Circuit and 1066 Country Walk are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Coastguards Lookout - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms Reviews
Reviews
Very good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Cottage is cosy but major construction work happening so views around the property and of the beach are not as in the illustration. We looked out on heavy machinery and a concrete sea wall
Dee B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
dorigen c.
14 Apr 2018
Lovely comfortable house a few steps from the sea
The house is great - cosy, comfortable, well-equipped, nicely decorated - and is very close to the sea. There is a beach two minutes' walk from the house which at low tide is expansive, with sand and shingle, and you can walk all the way to Camber Sands if you're feeling energetic. Otherwise it is a very short drive to Camber, where the beach is beautiful, as there are stunning dunes and there is very little development. It is also not far to drive to Rye one way and Dungeness the other, both of which have their charms. We liked the bleakness of Dungeness a lot, although we found the food at the Pilot Inn only so-so. Still worth it for sitting outside and looking across the shingle to the sea, though.The location of the house is not quite as picturesque or as remote as it can seem from the photos, as it is close to the road, flanked by an MoD firing range, and has some rather scruffy houses close by - but we liked it immensely anyway, for the proximity of the sea and other places to visit not too far away. And I liked the view out of the bedroom window across the marshes to the wind turbines. The beds are also incredibly comfy and we all slept well. One of the best things about the house is the digital guide that comes with it - which is exceptional, providing great information on where to shop, eat, visit - helping us discover amazing hot chocolate in Rye, a really fun animal park (with safari) in Lympne, an evocative castle with a moat in Bodiam, a great pub lunch (the Owl) in Camber and so forth. And the manager, Sophie, was very responsive when we had a problem with the wifi, which was resolved quickly. All in all, a great stay, only 2 hours' drive from London where we live, and a real break. We would happily return.
dorigen c.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018
Verified
8/10 Good
Eva D.
9 Oct 2018
Sehr gemütliches Haus direkt am Strand. Toll eingerichtet mit sehr schöner abgeschlossener Terrasse
Guter Ausgangspunkt für Wanderungen, Strandspaziergänge aber auch Besichtigungen von Gärten, Städten und historischen Plätzen. Ideal zum erholen mit der Nähe zu London