Close to the beach.You'll find Camber Sands and Rye Golf Club within 3 miles (5 km) of this cottage. Lydd Kart Circuit and 1066 Country Walk are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Rye Harbour Nature Reserve - 20 min drive - 14.3 km
Great Dixter House and Gardens - 38 min drive - 30.5 km
Canterbury Cathedral - 59 min drive - 68.2 km
White Cliffs of Dover - 60 min drive - 63.0 km
Getting around
Rye Station - 16 min drive
Restaurants
William the Conqueror - 13 min drive
Knoops - 8 min drive
Apothecary Coffee House - 10 min drive
The Union Rye - 10 min drive
Woolpack Inn Brookland - 12 min drive
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 Lantern Camber Sands
🏖️ COASTGUARDS LANTERN
Step back in time at Coastguards Lantern, a beautifully renovated 143-year-old coastguard cottage nestled on the edge of Romney Marsh. Built to guard against smugglers and invaders, this secluded retreat offers sea views, direct beach access just 80 meters away, and a landscape steeped in myths and legends.
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✨ COTTAGE HIGHLIGHTS
• Sea views from the bathroom & Bed 2 • Just 80 meters to the beach • Dog-friendly with secure south-facing decked garden • Wood-burning stove for cosy evenings • Quiet, secluded location on historic invasion coast • Parking for 2 cars • Nespresso coffee machine • 6 miles to RSPB Dungeness Nature Reserve • 6 miles to medieval town of Rye
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🛏️ BEDROOMS
Bedroom 1 (First Floor): King-size bed with countryside views Bedroom 2 (First Floor): Twin beds with sea views
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🚿 BATHROOM
Light, airy family bathroom with a full-size bath and shower over (glass screen), finished with soft sea-glass metro tiles for that relaxed coastal feel. Plenty of natural light from the large window, plus a basin, WC and handy space for toiletries.. The perfect spot to unwind after coastal hikes and exploring historical sites.
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🏠 LIVING SPACES
Kitchen/Dining Room: Open-plan space with Range cooker, Nespresso machine, breakfast bar, and farmhouse dining table. Perfect for preparing meals with locally caught seafood from Rye or Romney Marsh lamb.
Lounge: Cosy down on comfortable sofas and watch the flames dance in the wood-burning stove, the centrepiece of this inviting space.
Entertainment: WiFi, flat-screen 32" TV, Xbox 360 with games, Bluetooth speaker
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🌳 OUTDOOR SPACE
South-facing decked garden offers a peaceful spot to enjoy the sea air. The pebble beach is just steps away with a paved boardwalk for easy access.
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📍 NEARBY ATTRACTIONS
• Beach access – 80 meters away • RSPB Dungeness Nature Reserve – 6 miles (rare plants and wildlife) • Medieval town of Rye – 6 miles (shops, pubs, restaurants, fresh seafood) • Romney Marsh – Explore quiet lanes, medieval churches, and drainage ditches with yellow waterlilies • Coastal walks and historic invasion coast
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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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Escape the hustle and bustle of modern life at this beautifully renovated cottage where history, nature, and coastal beauty come together.
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)
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,125 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
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 welcome
Service animals 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
Onsite 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Property is also known as
Coastguards Lantern Camber Sands Rye
Coastguards Lantern Camber Sands Cottage
Coastguards Lantern Camber Sands Cottage Rye
415992
Frequently asked questions
Does Coastguards Lantern Camber Sands have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.
How close is Coastguards Lantern Camber Sands to the beach?
This cottage is 1.3 mi (2-min drive) from Camber Sands and 8.5 mi (18-min drive) from Greatstone beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Coastguards Lantern Camber Sands offer free breakfast?
This cottage does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Coastguards Lantern Camber Sands?
No, there is no casino at this cottage.
What time is check-in at Coastguards Lantern Camber Sands?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Coastguards Lantern Camber Sands?
Free parking is not available at this cottage.
Does Coastguards Lantern Camber Sands have a pool?
This cottage does not have a pool.
Does Coastguards Lantern Camber Sands have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this cottage.
How close is Coastguards Lantern Camber Sands to downtown Rye?
This cottage is 1.8 mi away from Camber.
Coastguards Lantern Camber Sands Reviews
Reviews
8.0
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.
Every thing was absolutely lovely every clean views are amazing definitely would stay there again every thing easy from start to finish lovely place
leanne
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
6/10 Okay
Catherine P.
May 13, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Not as romantic as it seems
The pictures show a lovely house on an isolated location, very close to the beach. In real this part cannot be used for swimming. The house is located next to a military area, fences everywhere.
The kitchen was not clean, every handle was sticky as well as the counter and the table.
So far the downsides: the
Upsides: the interior is very cosy, the double bed is very comfortable and there is a good shower.
Catherine P.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
6/10 Okay
Patsy N.
Jul 30, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cottage
Nice cottage, lovely inside and well equipped. Shame about the area surrounding the cottage, building works on the beach front walk. Good direct access to the beach but the tides mean they are only accessible early morning and late afternoon.
Patsy N.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
Aug 15, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, warm and welcoming house, we will be back!
We loved the location. A very short walk to the beach, no roads to cross. Perfect with a young or older member of our family. It was very quiet, felt like we had our own private beach.
We cycled into the main part of Camber beach for eating out, and was able to enjoy the best of both worlds.
The house was well stocked, from the kitchen to the bedrooms. With amazing views from each window.
Our dog was very relaxed in the garden, and he loved being off lead on the beach.
We will definitely return soon.
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
8/10 Good
Uri B.
Sep 15, 2016
Delightful cottage in a great location
Well looked after and fitted out and very comfortable and clean. Clear instructions with no problems. Appreciated the little touches like fresh milk in the fridge and handmade cake and biscuits on the kitchen table. Found the Derek Jarman's Garden book in the bookshelf and went to visit it. If you want a few days to explore the unique environment that is Dungeness and its surrounds, you won't fine a better base to do it from. Had a great time..
Uri B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2016
6/10 Okay
Jane D.
Mar 29, 2016
Lovely house, a few disappointments at the price
A fabulous situation and a well equipped house. Attractively decorated, great bathroom. But some disappointments. Heating not on when we arrived late Friday, so the first evening we were miserably cold as house slowly warmed up. No wood for the wood burner - though note said there would be some. Lovely bed and bedroom, but in cold house with no hot water bottle or electric blanket, it was perishing. Thermostat must be set at an eco regulated temperature: so bath water borderline tepid.
No welcome pack at all - we had brought our own coffee, wine and milk, but next day wanted a cup of tea and not a tea bag to be found. No ordnance survey map - except on wall. Maybe people take them? But so useful. Sadly, major sea wall works and army actively shooting on the range blighted coastal walk to Dungeness and view towards sea from house.
None of this too important - but it's not a cheap cottage, so I think we expected a bit more.
Jane D.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2016
10/10 Excellent
Maria G.
Feb 29, 2016
Fabulous Cosy Cottage and Wonderful Beach
We recently enjoyed a great week's stay at Lantern Coastguard's Cottage in Jury's Gap. The cottage itself is gorgeous - really comfortable beds, cosy wood-burning stove, lovely shower/bath and very well-equipped kitchen, etc. There is everything you are likely to need, including TV, DVD, XBox and board games if the weather turns bad. But in fact, the beach (just a few metres away from the cottage) is wonderful whatever the weather and we enjoyed many hours in our wellies there, even in February. Communication with the owner is great and the whole booking/arrival process stress-free. Thank you for a relaxing week (but don't tell everyone!)