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The Rose Cottage Inn

3.5 star property
Bed & breakfast in Polegate with free parking

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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 - 2.4 km
  • Charleston Farmhouse - 9 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Glyndebourne Opera House - 10 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Newhaven Ferry Port - 16 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Eastbourne Pier - 19 min drive - 21.9 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, such as 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
  • Smoke-free property, an off-lead area and luggage storage
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, heating and limited housekeeping

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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 lift (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 normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with 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 are 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 on the number on the booking confirmation
An off-lead area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 12 for adults and from 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-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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 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?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Rose Cottage Inn located?

Situated in the historical district, this bed & breakfast is within 3 miles (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. 83 out of 106 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 106 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 106 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 106 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 106 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

anis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous location, friendly hosts and wonderful views.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely views nice and quiet, great place for walking or exploring the South Downs.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kumudini

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
EASY ACCESS TO SUTH DOWNS PARK BUT BEAUTUFUL AND QUITE LOCATION, SMALL BUT COMFORTABLE
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Giles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed; very convenient en suite; excellent breakfast; cleanliness; friendly hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely place to stay for getting out into the country side
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean , very pleasant people and most welcoming
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely location and very clean and comfortable accommodation. Friendly and helpful hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely stay

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

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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

10/10 Excellent

EM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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

8/10 Good

Gemma

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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

D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Repeat stay

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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

8/10 Good

Vasileios

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed at Hikers Rest 2. The Rose cottage is situated in a quiet road in the Alciston village. One can explore a number of villages, pubs and restaurants in the area. The rest was super clean and the bed very comfortable. For a small bungalow extension this was surprisingly very comfy. There is only a small electric radiator as a means of heating.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Away for work

One night stay, room was cosy, so suitable for 1 night. Stayed in Hikers Rest 2. Ensuite was large but shower head needs attention. Microwave in room and some paper plates and disposable cutlery. Bed comfortable and pillows were brilliant. Large car park to rear of property and lighting outside property with sensors so it came on after dark. I walked to the nearest pub (The Barley Mow) but it did not serve food on a Wednesday night, so had to drive to another pub to get food.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

catrin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing find!

Booked a one night stay before going on a ferry from Newhaven to Dieppe. Wanted somewhere close to the port with secure parking for the motorbikes. Rose Cottage scored on both requests. All instructions for check in and out were emailed to us before our arrival. Val and Dave were both there to.meet us when we arrived. Very friendly and accommodating. Lovely clean, well presented individual hut called Hiker's Rest. Well equipped for every possible need. Have booked another night on our return journey from NewHaven ferry before travelling home.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022