“Built by the Royal Navy at the turn of the century, this house was thoroughly modernised by its subsequent owners, and we took it over in late 2025 for to create its latest incarnation. We’re the founders of StudioXAG, a design agency that creates spaces and experiences for brands including Hermes, Selfridges and Acne Studios.” Owners Gemma and Xavier
They love
“Sitting in the loft gazing out of the picture window at the kitesurfers below.”
We love
The clever interplays: the modern aesthetic in an old building; bold colours decked with calm art; rough hewn woods and sisal matting vs sleek lines and tactile curved ceramics. Everything is considered and perfect.
You may not love
A 3-night min stay. It can be very windy here. At high tide there’s no beach. You’re next to MOD land which has some limitations (see FAQ). No TV.
Sustainability.
The house has solar panels and an airsource heat pump, plus double glazing throughout.
Surrounds.
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Rye Harbour
- Wander Camber’s wild, wide sands at low tide, when the shoreline unfurls for miles and sunsets turn everything rose-gold.
- Discover foodie hotspots: The Owl is great for gastropub classics or book Harry’s at The Gallivant near Rye for sublime French classics and English wines.
- Explore ancient Rye, all cobbled lanes, crooked cottages, antique warrens and brilliant independents. Stop for delicious brunches at The Fig or wood-fired pizza at The Winery.
- Rye Harbour Nature Reserve is great: big skies, easy family walks, bird hides and a cuppa at the Lime Kiln Café.
- Even better, head to Dungeness, a raw, poetic shingle wilderness dotted with fishing boats, art studios and Derek Jarman’s legendary Prospect Cottage. Lunch at The Crab Shack is a must, and buy fresh fish from beach huts to take home and BBQ.
- Kids will enjoy the Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway, a miniature steam train running along the coast.
- Visit Pett Level at very low tide, when you can spot the ancient submerged forest. Then follow the sea wall path towards Fairlight for wide-open views and salty breezes.
- Head to Jury’s Gap for kitesurfing, kite-buggies and wind sports — even just watching the colourful sails dance across the horizon is a joy.
Details.
- Terraced house in Jury’s Gap, sleeping 6-8
- 3 bedrooms: 1 x superking on the first floor, 1 x bunk room on the first floor, 1 x kingsize in the basement. An additional 3 guests can be accommodated in the loft room (daybeds which convert into a superking/twins) and basement (armchair folds out into a single bed for a child). Max occupancy 6 adults, 2 children
- Baby cot and highchair to borrow
- 2 bathrooms: 1 with shower only, 1 with bath only
- Toiletries provided
- Fully equipped kitchen including fridge, freezer, induction hob, microwave, oven and cafetiere
- Dining room with bench seating
- Lounge with woodburner, sofa and leather recliner
- Basic supplies excluding fresh milk
- Board games, books, binoculars, swingball and kids’ toys
- Garden with alfresco bath and wood-fired sauna
- BBQ, firepit and alfresco dining furniture
- Up to 2 dogs welcome (see FAQ)
- Parking for 2 cars
- Local caretaker
- Walk/drive to Camber for pubs, shops and restaurants (40 mins/10 mins’ drive), or into Rye (15 mins’ drive)
- Booking conditions: min 3 nights, which rises to 5 nights over shoulder and peak seasons; no changeovers on a Sunday
- Remember to pack: beach towels, firelighters, BBQ coal
30% deposit, with the balance due 8 weeks prior to stay.
Cancellations permitted 8+ weeks prior to stay, with deposit refunded minus a £30 processing fee.
No refunds if booking cancelled within 8 weeks of stay.
See our full booking Ts & Cs.
FAQs.
In 3pm / out 10am
Yes, up to 2 dogs are welcome for a cost of £30 per dog per stay. They must be kept downstairs and off the furniture. The garden is enclosed but not secure.
The house in an unusual spot, right next to MOD land, a vast shingle desert. This means uninterrupted views, but some limitations. When the red flags are flying you can’t walk past the flags onto that bit of beach, and you may even hear a very faint sound of gunshots! You have full run of the beach in the other direction.
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