Knelle Dower Studio B&B
Rye Rd, Northiam, Rye TN31 6NJ, EnglandAncient meets modern in this East Sussex barn conversion
Guest accommodation at Knelle Dower B&B is in a recently converted barn, some distance from the main house, with vaulting beams and its own private terrace. This gives guests a huge degree of space and privacy, and though the barn is structurally ancient the conversion has fitted the latest comforts and a clean contemporary style.
The Studio has a super-king sized bed (that can be configured as a twin), fitted with quality Egyptian cottons and goose down duvets and pillows. The room is equipped with a Nespresso coffee machine, a kettle and a fridge stocked with fresh milk and soft drinks, a wide-screen freeview TV, an Ipod docking station and, of course, free broadband internet.
Step into the en-suite shower room and you’ll find soft Egyptian cotton towels, luxury toiletries and a powerful hair dryer.
On a summer evening the terrace is a highlight, with open views across the garden over the Rother Valley, a peaceful scene of rural bliss. Guests are free to wander around the extensive gardens, where the active might stumble across the tennis court.
While the Studio feels marvelously up-to-date, step back in time at breakfast, which is served in the 14th-Century main house. This timber-framed property is an atmospheric place where breakfasts are a daily feast featuring home-made preserves, home-grown eggs and local meats. There are, of course, vegetarian options and special diets can be catered for, an it’s easy to see how Bettina has earned her AA breakfast award.
All in all, Knelle Dower is a wonderfully pampering haven in one of the prettiest corners of the English countryside.
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Features
Lodge Facilities
- Building of Historical Interest
- Free off-street parking
- Free Wifi
- Garden
- Ground Floor Bedroom
- Tennis
Local Amenities
- Beaches
- Bird Watching
- Cycling
- Golf
- Nature Reserve, Wildlife Park/Area
- Places of Historical Interest
- Vineyards
- Walking
- Water Activities
- Wild Swimming
Details
- Opening Times: Open year-round
- Tel: +44 1797 253 163
- Email: knelledower@btconnect.com
- Mob: +44 7918 055 327
- Price Range: From £145
Pricing
Price per room per night based on two sharing, including breakfast
£145
Single occupancy - £130
Location
A walk along the Sussex Border path takes you to Great Dixter Gardens. Detailed directions of several other country walks can be provided. Knelle Dower is surrounded by many National Trust and English Heritage properties. The historic Cinque Port towns of Rye and Winchelsea, with their cobbled streets and unusual shops, galleries and restaurants, are both within a ten-minute drive. The beaches of Camber Sands are close by, as are Rye Harbour and Dungeness nature reserves, with a huge range of bird life. Sissinghurst Castle and Pashley Manor Garden are also in easy reach.
Reviews
"We have just returned from a short break to Knelle Dower Studio B&B, what a find!! Spacious, amazing views, privacy, clean and very comfortable. Bettina and Jonathan were perfect hosts and could not have done more to make our stay more pleasant. Breakfast was scrumptious in their delightful house. I would recommend The Studio without any hesitation for a restful and peaceful break."
Little Gracie, 2018
Accreditations
AA 5 Star Gold Rated, AA Breakfast Award, AA Friendliest B&B Finalist, Muddy Stillettos Boutique Accommodation runner-up
Bettina and Jonathan Wells
- Bio : Your hosts here are Bettina and Jonathan Wells, who serve breakfast in the main house and will introduce you to area's many attractions. They share their home with a dog and several free range chickens - which are where your breakfast comes from - so sorry, no pets.
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