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The Rose Cottage Inn

3.5 star property
Bed & breakfast in Polegate with free parking

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Apartment, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Ensuite, Valley View (Beacon View)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchen
  • 237 sq ft
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

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Deck/patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Cabin, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom (Hikers rest)

Cabin, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom (Hikers rest)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Apartment, Non Smoking, Hill View (The Loft)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchen
  • 108 sq ft
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the area

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High St, Alciston, Polegate, England, BN26 6UW

What's nearby

  • Drusillas Park - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Charleston Farmhouse - 6 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Glyndebourne Opera House - 8 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Seven Sisters Country Park - 9 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Seven Sisters - 17 min drive - 15.5 km

Getting around

  • Berwick Station - 4 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Drove Brewers Fayre - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Lexden Fish and Chips - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Cuckmere Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Ram Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Plough - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Rose Cottage Inn

Bed & breakfast near South Downs National Park
The Rose Cottage Inn provides amenities like a terrace and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Luggage storage, an off-leash area, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, heating, and limited housekeeping

Languages

English

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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 12 for adults and GBP 12 for children

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you, key retrieval

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 12 for adults and GBP 12 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Rose Cottage Inn Polegate
Rose Cottage Inn
Rose Cottage Polegate
The Rose Cottage Inn Polegate
The Rose Cottage Inn Bed & breakfast
The Rose Cottage Inn Bed & breakfast Polegate

Frequently asked questions

Is The Rose Cottage Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Rose Cottage Inn?

As of Apr 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Rose Cottage Inn on May 6, 2025 start from CA $119.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Rose Cottage Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Rose Cottage Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Rose Cottage Inn?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Rose Cottage Inn located?

Situated in the historical district, this bed & breakfast is within 3 mi (5 km) of Drusillas Park, Charleston Farmhouse, and Clergy House. Arlington Reservoir and Nature Reserve is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away.

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The Rose Cottage Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 101 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 101 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 101 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 101 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 101 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Fabulous location, friendly hosts and wonderful views.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Great place to stay

Great place to stay & had everything I needed for a one-night stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susanne

Lovely views nice and quiet, great place for walking or exploring the South Downs.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kumudini

EASY ACCESS TO SUTH DOWNS PARK BUT BEAUTUFUL AND QUITE LOCATION, SMALL BUT COMFORTABLE
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane

The property is ideal for walkers on the South Downs Way and it’s only a 700 metre walk to the closest pub (via a safe bicycle path) for dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Giles

Comfortable bed; very convenient en suite; excellent breakfast; cleanliness; friendly hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne

A lovely place to stay for getting out into the country side
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Clean , very pleasant people and most welcoming
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

The owners are very friendly, welcoming and helpful. The room I had, though not spacious, was fine for one. I would be very happy to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Lovely stay

Clean and comfortable with lovely views over the countryside
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Lovely location and very clean and comfortable accommodation. Friendly and helpful hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Hidden secret

Perfect for what we wanted being just a few minutes from Glyndebourne and for our spaniel. A delightful little hamlet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

gemma

Overall lovely place to stay. Super friendly hosts

Absolutely stunning view sitting on the decking in the evening, very friendly owners and overall lovely place to stay. One issue that is perhaps a personal preference is that the fold out sofa bed mattress looked old and was quite thin so one of my children struggled a little.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

EM

Beautiful country setting

The Hikers Rest is in a small cabin in a beautiful setting overlooking the owner’s lovely garden. Room is small but very nicely made up with all facilities you need.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

S

Everything we wanted

Cosy cabin for a one night stay. Secluded, peaceful spot, lovely views, and very friendly hosts. Shower temperature control a little wayward but our compact room was spotless and thoughtfully prepared with everything we needed. Lovely breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Perfect peaceful Sussex getaway spot

We had the most delightful 48h in the Hiker’s Rest 1 budget cottage during our weekend at Glyndebourne and Charleston Festivals. Val and David were very welcoming and helpful. There was a communal fridge to store our picnic bits, easy parking onsite, and fabulous water pressure (never a given, even at luxe hotels!). We’re already planning our next visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Nice place to stay and will do again. Shame the bar is closed but there are pubs close by.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Gemma

The property has a beautiful view and is in a great location for exploring the South Downs. The hosts were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

D

Repeat stay

Regular stay now when visiting relatives. Very happy to return. Dog friendly too.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Liked: Staff & service
Walking the South Downs Way as a solo traveler there were limited options when I booked so about 40 minutes walk from the trail. Really need a car to make the most of the property. Expensive for a one person stopover, breakfast also not available unless pre-booked. Very clean and good facilities though - just not ideal for me.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Great place

The cottage we stayed in was Beacon View and it was lovely. The view from the patio doors was just open fields with horses in then. The cottage was spotless clean and very warm and comfortable. We wiuld definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

David and Val were very accommodating and friendly. Nothing was oo much trouble for them. We had a lovely room - and breakfast is fantastic! A return is definitely on the cards.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Lovely hosts

The hosts make this stay! What a lovely couple and will do their up most for you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

hilary

Clean & functional room

Clean & functional room. Would recommend booking breakfast (if wanted) before arrival. We missed out as we only let them know when we arrived at 19.30 and were told in the morning that it was only available at 8.30am, we needed to leave at 8am.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

We stayed for one night. It was lovely, clean, and quiet, myself and my partner will be returning again, and we will be recommending, David and Vals Rose Cottage Inn to our friends and family, it has safe parking onsite and there are lots of places to eat out and visit, Rose Cottage is a little gem and i would recommend a stay here ,the views the quietness is just wonderful, thankyou again David and Val you have such a lovely property, see you again soon x
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023