Humphries Cross is an Edwardian period Country House within 20 acres of gardens, & paddocks. Situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty, on the border of Kent & East Sussex surrounded by farmland. In a quiet secluded setting, yet only 2 miles (5 min drive) from medieval cinque port town of Rye with cobbled streets. Camber Sands - with its superb beach & sand dunes (Bars/Cafes/Amusements), Winchelsea Beach - a quiet beach with shingle at high tide & sand low tide (cafe) & Rye Harbour Nature Reserve - birdwatching & walks. All within a 15 min drive. In the area, Gardens & Castles are in abundance such as Smallhythe Place, Bodiam Castle, Sissinghurst Castle, Great Dixter just to mention a few.... Dover & Folkestone for Euro tunnel & day trips to France (40 mins) & Ashford for Eurostar (30 mins). Easy access to London by rail.
A wing has been tastefully converted into four self catering apartments sleeping 2/4...
BLUEBELL sleeps 2/4 is on the ground floor & overlooks garden & fields to the front. Bluebell is also suitable for families with children under 5 years with a cot & highchair being available upon request. It has an Open plan Lounge/Kitchen/Diner, 1 bedroom with twin beds & separate bathroom. Sitting area has double sofabed (sleeps 2), armchair, tv, DVD & cd/radio. Kitchen area is well equipped. Dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, built in double electric oven & hob, microwave, fridge/freezer & sink. Dining table & chairs (seat 4). Bedroom has 2 single beds (that can be pushed together), wardrobe, dressing table/mirror, chest of drawers, TV, shaver adaptor, hairdryer. Bathroom has bath with shower over, washbasin, cabinet, mirror & w.c. Cot & Highchair available upon request. WEEKLY BOOKINGS for Bluebell are from Saturday to Saturday. WEEKEND BREAKS Saturday to Tuesday (3 Nights) and MID WEEK BREAKS Tuesday to Saturday (4 Nights).
POPPY sleeps 2/4 is on the first floor with views overlooking garden & fields to the front/side. It has an open plan Lounge/Kitchen/Diner, 1 bedroom with a double bed & separate bathroom. Sitting area has a double sofabed (sleeps 2), armchair, tv, dvd & cd/radio. Kitchen area well equipped. Washing machine/drier, electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer & sink. Dining table & chairs (seat 4). Bedroom with double divan bed has reading lights, clock radio, hairdryer, shaver adaptor, mirror, dressing table/wardrobe. Bedroom has lovely views overlooking garden & fields. Bathroom, has bath with shower over, washbasin, mirror & w.c. WEEKLY BOOKINGS for Poppy are from Saturday to Saturday. WEEKEND BREAKS Saturday to Tuesday (3 Nights) and MID WEEK BREAKS Tuesday to Saturday (4 Nights).
CROCUS sleeps 2 + Cot (or small child's bed, suitable for maximum age 7 years) on the ground floor is ideal for couples or families with a baby/small child as a cot or small child's bed & highchair are available upon request. Overlooks garden, field, courtyard & stables to the side/rear. It has an open plan Lounge/Kitchen/Diner, 1 bedroom with a double bed & a separate bathroom. Sitting area has a comfy sofa, armchair, tv, dvd & cd/radio. Kitchen area is well equipped. Washing machine/drier, electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer & sink. Dining table & chairs (seat 4). Bedroom with double divan bed, reading lights, clock radio, hairdryer, shaver adaptor, mirror, chest of drawers, & wardrobe. Bathroom, has bath with shower over, washbasin, cabinet, mirror & w.c. Cot (or small child's bed) & Highchair available upon request. WEEKLY BOOKINGS for Crocus are from Friday to Friday. WEEKEND BREAKS Friday to Monday (3 Nights) and MID WEEK BREAKS Monday to Friday (4 Nights).
TULIP sleeps 2/4 on the first floor, also has views overlooking garden & fields is side/rear facing. It has an open plan Lounge/Kitchen/Diner, 1 bedroom with a double bed & an en-suite bathroom. Sitting area has double sofabed (sleeps 2), armchair, tv, dvd & cd/radio. Kitchen area is well equipped. Washing machine/drier, electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer & sink. Dining table & chairs (seat 4). Bedroom with double divan bed, reading lights, clock radio, hairdryer, shaver adaptor, mirror, dressing table/wardrobe. The bedroom leads to an En-suite Bathroom, with a bath with shower over, washbasin, mirror & w.c. WEEKLY BOOKINGS for Tulip are from Friday to Friday. WEEKEND BREAKS Friday to Monday (3 Nights) and MID WEEK BREAKS Monday to Friday (4 Nights).
CHILDREN WELCOME; however apartments Poppy & Tulip are not suitable for children under the age of 5 years. Children/Babies of all ages are very welcome in Bluebell & Crocus. Cot, Highchair & Baby Bath can be provided upon request.
FREE WiFi is available upon request. Linen, towels, electricity, heating are included in the rental price. Also a complimentary welcome pack upon arrival.
There is a lawned garden & courtyard seating area for guests to share, with garden furniture & BBQ provided for enjoyment. Also a rotary dryer & picnic bench. Private parking at the property, adjacent to the apartments.
For walking, public footpaths & bridleways are adjacent.
SORRY NO PETS. SORRY NO SMOKING.
We are easy to reach as we are only 30 Minutes drive from Junction 10 of the M20 Motorway. For guests wishing to arrive by train, Rye railway station is only 2 miles away with trains to Hastings, Ashford (Eurostar link), Eastbourne, Brighton & London Charing Cross.
We also have a local bus service to/from Rye/Tenterden which passes our gate. For overseas guests, the Channel Tunnel at Folkestone is 40km and Dover for ferries is 68km. The nearest airport is London Gatwick at 100km.
Price Information:
BLUEBELL - Weekly seasonal from £245 to £420. Short Breaks from £171 to £336.
POPPY & TULIP - Weekly seasonal from £225 to £400. Short Breaks from £157 to £321.
CROCUS - Weekly seasonal from £185 to £380. Short Breaks from £130 to £300.
SPECIAL OFFER 4 nights for price of 3 on Mid Week Breaks!
SHORT BREAKS accepted subject to availability.
RATES: All prices quoted are for 2 sharing. Use of Sofa-Bed will be an additional £30.00 per break/week.
SLEEPING CAPACITY: All of the apartments are ideally suited for 2 Adults; however a maximum of
2 Adults + 2 Children can be accommodated in Bluebell, Poppy & Tulip.
Apartments Poppy & Tulip are not suitable for children under the age of 5 years, but Babies and Children under the age of 5 years are most welcome in apartments Bluebell and Crocus and a Cot & Highchair can be provided upon request. Please note, there is room for only 1 Cot in Crocus and Bluebell.
PLEASE NOTE: The staircase to the first floor is curved; therefore apartments Tulip & Poppy may be unsuitable for people with restricted mobility. However our apartments Bluebell and Crocus are both situated on the ground floor.
TERMS: 25% deposit at the time of booking, with the balance due 4 weeks prior to arrival.
However, if the commencement date is 4 weeks or less then full payment is required at the time of booking. We also ask for a refundable security deposit of £50.00 to be paid with the balance/full payment.
Payment to be made in £ Sterling (GBP) either by cheque drawn from any UK bank or by Credit/Debit Card using PAYPAL online secure payment service (preferred method for overseas visitors).
CHECKING IN on arrival day is from 15.00 hrs and CHECKING OUT on day of departure is before 10.00 hrs.
SORRY NO PETS. SORRY NO SMOKING.
Open - All year.
Short Breaks Available

Child Friendly

No smoking

Internet connection available

Riding Nearby

Beach nearby
