Frequently asked questions

Check-in is from 2:00 PM onwards, and check-out is by 11:00 AM, we have a latest checking time of 8pm.

Parking
Our parking is within secure gated grounds, there is no space to park outside of the grounds and nowhere to turn outside of the grounds in our private drive which serves as our private access.

Early arrivals usually do not work, as it’s just the two of us, we would have to stop preparing your suite to give you access, then discuss and agree a time of later arrival in the day. You then have to walk down into the town when the market carpark next to the market and railway station is ideally placed to let you enjoy an early arrival in Rye without needing to disrupt the flow of your day.

Absolutely, it would be rude not too, we can also supply drinks as we do have an alcohol license, we also supply super quiet fridges in all rooms. We can supply glasses.

Below is our breakfast menu as of 12-11-25

We understand the importance of dietary requirements and try to accommodate everyone. If you require more specific ingredients or products for the duration of your stay, we would be happy to source these. Prior notice is always appreciated.

Rye is a small town where Yaks milk is often difficult to find although Peruvian hand reared ducks eggs are sometimes easier to locate. Where possible with some prior notice if it’s going to make all the difference to your breakfast experience we can make adaptations and we always enjoy a chat before arrival. If you want to bring your own branded version of milk that’s equally OK.

We do not offer Halal options.
Here is a link to the specific food groups and ingredients

Breakfast can start between 9am and 10am, our preferred time is ……
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have everything ready at the time you indicate above.

For your enjoyment, our breakfast menu has been prepared from fresh locally sourced produce
wherever possible. Vegetarian options are available on request. See below for allergens.

A good selection of tea, coffee and fruit juices will be available throughout.

Fresh fruit, A Selection of cereals, natural Yoghurt
Toast, Croissants, a selection of preserves

Please select one of the items below from our Cooked Menu

Eggs Funguys – English muffin topped with sautéed mushrooms optional garlic, poached egg napped with hollandaise sauce, garnished with parsley – one or two?
Eggs lochs – Scrambled Eggs on medallions of toast with salmon
Eggs benedict – English muffin topped with bacon a poached egg napped with
hollandaise sauce, dusted with paprika – one or two?
Eggs Royale – English muffin topped with salmon a poached egg napped
with hollandaise sauce, dusted with paprika – one or two?
Poached eggs on medallions of toast – one or two?
Boiled eggs and soldiers one or two?
Bacon on toast
Tomatoes on toast
Waffles or scotch pancakes with fresh fruit and hot maple syrup

Full English or half full English
Breakfast sausages from our award-winning local butcher, bacon, sautéed mushrooms
(garlic optional), eggs any style, tomatoes, hash browns and baked beans.
Vegetarian sausages are available

Our English breakfast is cooked in the oven and under the grill, to avoid a delay;
some prior notice may help and is always appreciated.

Pastries are available to complete your breakfast

Allergies and Dietary detailed explanation here http://saltcote.co.uk/dietary-preferences/

Towels and sheets are changed by agreement inline with Visit England guidelines on the morning of the 4th day unless required more frequently (at an additional cost). Most guests are very environmentally aware these days and simply use the heated towel rails.

Usually we have only three suites available, The Rother Valley, The Royal Military and the Amberley Suite unless our Guests are hosting an exclusive use family gathering in which case we can host 12 to 14 guests in 6 double suites and a pair of bunk beds. If you are attending one of these functions you will clearly know all of the guests.

There are a number of places locally with high power fast charging points within a mile of the house. Whilst charging you can walk around a garden centre, have a snack in one of two cafe’s

Yes, It is always worth booking directly with us because you avoid paying commissions and we can chat about the things that are important to you such as places to eat and for things to see and do, please either call us on 01797 222220 or you can book directly with us here for the best rates.

Yes, we accept all major credit and debit cards and of course BACS is also welcome. We are charged 3.5% for Amex and add this to the settlement balance.

All beds are king-size although the Rye Suite is an emperor which is 2m square

All pillows are hyper allergenic, we do not use feathers

Sheets are cotton polyester with top sheet and duvet over, additional soft throw is in each room as needed.

We love parties, nice mature celebrations where the families come together, we are not suitable for stag and hen parties or rowdy events.  These private functions can involve private catering if needed which we are happy to arrange.

The article below will give you more information and of course we are always happy to have a chat.

Whole house holiday rental Rye

We offer a breakfast with bubbles that will see you through the day and we are a short walk to some great restaurants. We do not offer evening meals unless you have a private function with us.

Yes, we often have small intimate elopements here, you will need to arrange the service aspect with Hastings registration service yourselves, we no longer have the wedding license to host weddings here but the nearest venue is Rye Town Hall if needed.

Absolutely, we know all of the local gardens, vineyards, National trust and English heritage properties.

With a selection of travel options from Taxis and our excellent public transport we are very happy to help with your itinerary please email stay@saltcote.co.uk with an outline of what you would like to achieve.

We do not have the facility for Guests to take any meals in the rooms for a few reasons. This also applies to take away and deliveries of fast food.

To help us maintain the high standards our guests expect, we kindly ask that meals are not eaten in the guest rooms.

Some foods can leave lingering aromas, and spills or stains—however accidental—can cause damage to our furnishings, fabrics and the carpets.

Food remnants can also cause significant additional cleaning costs and risk us not being able to let the room to the next Guest. This is covered in detail here https://saltcote.co.uk/cancellation-policy/

We offer Bed and Breakfast and on occasions we offer private functions which include private dining for which we will have an agreed plan and of course additional charges.

Thank you very much for your understanding and for helping us keep our rooms fresh, welcoming and ready for you to enjoy.

Any special requirements for meals should be discussed and mutually agreed failing which a minimum additional cleaning charge of £100 will be charged.

We do not offer additional cooking and dining facilities outside of the function of Bed and Breakfast.

Search terms : Microwave food in room, cooking, halal, kosher, Pareve Ask about our Pareve Menu

Electric Bike charging in Rye at Saltcote Place.

Your bikes will be safe and secure at all times and will be under cover.

We are mindful that accidents can happen and so battery charging CAN ONLY be done outside using the plugs under the Loggia. We ask that batteries are not brought into the house regardless of their charge.

Your vehicles will be under cover and two mains plugs are in place.

To cover the cost of charging each bike we will add £5 for each vehicle.
https://saltcote.co.uk/electric-bike-charging-rye/

Rye has many outstanding places to eat, every morning we ask Guests how was your meal last night?

We are happy to suggest you will have a really lovely meal at these places https://saltcote.co.uk/where-to-eat-in-rye/

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A Little Note to Help Us Look After Your Room

We completely understand that accidents can happen — some are unavoidable, and some are the sort we’d all rather forget! Whatever the situation, letting us know straight away really helps us put things right quickly and minimise any impact or cost.

If something in the room has been damaged or spilled, an early heads-up often means we can clean it before it sets or worsens.

Please don’t feel awkward or try to hide anything — it’s always far easier (and usually far less expensive) when we can deal with it promptly. We’re not here to tell anyone off; we’d simply like to resolve the issue and move on… probably never mentioning it again. 😉

Thank you for helping us keep everything in lovely condition for all our guests.

These distances are in miles not kilometres, Stagecoach the coach company have a great app that help you plan journeys on the Bus from Saltcote Place.

Battle is only 14.9 miles by car or 30 minutes from Saltcote Place
Tenterden is only 10.9 miles of 23 minutes passing chapel down at 8.4 miles or 17 minutes from Saltcote Place
Ashford is only 18.9 miles by car or 30 minutes from Saltcote Place
Bodiam Castle is only 13 miles by car or 25 minutes from Saltcote Place
Great Dixter is only 9 miles by car or 18 minutes from Saltcote Place
Hastings and the Fire Hills are only 11.5 miles by car or 25 minutes from Saltcote Place
Canterbury is only 39.5 miles by car or 60 minutes from Saltcote Place
Leeds castle is only 28 miles by car or 54 minutes from Saltcote Place
Camber Sands is only 4 miles by car or 11 minutes or a pleasant 45min walk from Saltcote Place

Rye Taxi Numbers
The primary collection point is in front of Rye Train station, if you do want a Taxi in Rye then we hope these numbers will help you. All Taxis know where Saltcote Place is.

Please be sure to use your remote to let the Taxis IN AND OUT so they do not have to turn on the grass outside of the gates which is covered by CCTV.

Some of the drivers below will happily offer a Saltcote Place Shuttle to and from the Airport.

Mo long distance & local +447554322315
Clive CC taxis        +447930891355
Dave Rye Taxi          +447774633046
Mark                        +444943723137
Kevin 8 seater         +447788727414 Mobility Wheelchair accessible
David Hollands        +447702047006
Village Taxis            +447479012485
Tony Botley              +44777288609
Mike                        +447496965050
Mac                        +447902948950
Rye Taxi                   +447774633046
Quayside Tony        +447707430053
Dorian                     +447707737017
Compass Cars        +447542428182  +447799964969
Kris Duda                +447459456137
All Sevens               +447775377777
Winchelsea Taxi      +447378322266
Rye Royal Taxi (Adem) +447840404006

Saltcote Place in Rye is probably one of the most Romantic places for a short break in Rye for many reasons.

You will enjoy comfortable suites to relax in, a very calm and quiet venue with no weddings, not traffic noise and no children.

Breakfasts can start as late as 10am and later departures may be available subject to diary commitments.

See https://saltcote.co.uk/mini-moon-short-break/ for more details and know the owners will do all they can to ensure you have the most romantic visit to Rye in East Sussex.