7 Of The Best Villages To Live Near Rye
High on a hill, the old town of Rye boasts many listed buildings and looks out across Rye Harbour and the plains of Romney Marsh, making it a top choice for house-hunters in East Sussex who are looking to live in a place with charm and character.
Since the start of lockdown in 2020, the UK property market has seen some major changes to the top priorities for homebuyers and their thoughts of what makes the best new home. For many a new property in the countryside has become more appealing because compared to urban homes, a new home in a semi-rural setting can offer more space inside and out.
If you’re looking for the best new homes for sale in East Sussex, Rye and the surrounding area could be the top choice to start your search.
Camber
Camber is a small coastal village on the famous Camber Sands, four miles south-east of Rye. Vast sand dunes dominate the area, which has been an important settlement since Henry VIII built Camber Castle. Being a popular place for a day out or longer holiday, the village is well served by essentials and things to do. It’s a ten-minute drive to Rye itself and the High Weald AONB.
Iden
Iden is a little village set in the wooded farmland of East Sussex three miles north of Rye. One of the oldest settlements in the area, Iden boasts a 12th-century church, village shop, pub and village hall. It’s under five minutes to reach the A259, which serves a number of resorts along the Kent and Sussex coast.
Udimore
With a population of around 400, Udimore supports a range of local activities including a cricket club and busy village community hall. The Kings Head public house is popular with visitors to the area who come to walk the many public paths. It’s under 15 minutes’ drive to the beach as Winchelsea.
Brede
Brede is situated just north of the River Brede, around eight miles west of Rye. Activities include a cricket club, farmers' market and steam engine society. Nearby Brede High Woods offers beautiful scenery and a wealth of plant and tree species. Services for the 1,800 villagers include a village shop, butcher’s and The Rainbow Trout pub. The village is by the A28 which links Hastings to Ashford.
Beckley
Beckley is a beautiful Sussex village six miles from Rye, where trains operate on the Eastbourne-Ashford route. This thriving community benefits from a Women's Institute, horticultural society, theatre group and bowls club. Young families may be attracted to Beckley Church of England Primary School, which is rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted.
Playden
With a population of around 300, this rural community was once a thriving medieval fishing village. The village has two well-respected pub restaurants, The Playden Oasts and Peace & Plenty.
Peasmarsh
Four miles north-west of Rye is the delightful village of Peasmarsh, set on rolling wooded hills and is served by a parish church, post office, superstore and two pubs.
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