At The Rose Cottage Inn, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of American Express Community Stadium. Guests will have free perks such as WiFi and self-parking. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
5 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
Off-lead area available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
What to do
Winery tours nearby
Services
Luggage storage
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
No lift (single-level property)
Well-lit path to entrance
Step-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Housekeeping (once per stay)
Fees & policies
Optional extras
English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 12 for adults and GBP 12 for children
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per stay
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
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.
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
Does The Rose Cottage Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Rose Cottage Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Rose Cottage Inn?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of GBP 10 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Dog exercise areas are available.
Is parking offered on site at The Rose Cottage Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Rose Cottage Inn?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at The Rose Cottage Inn?
No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a casino, but Rendezvous Casino (22-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Rose Cottage Inn and nearby?
The Rose Cottage Inn has a picnic area and a garden.
The Rose Cottage Inn Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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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
6/10 Good
27 September 2024
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.
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 September 2024
Jane
Jane, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 September 2024
Lovely views nice and quiet, great place for walking or exploring the South Downs.
Susanne
Susanne, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 August 2024
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.
S
S, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
12 August 2024
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.
Ian
Ian, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
6 August 2024
EASY ACCESS TO SUTH DOWNS PARK BUT BEAUTUFUL AND QUITE LOCATION, SMALL BUT COMFORTABLE
Kumudini
Kumudini, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 August 2024
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.
Malcolm
Malcolm, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
29 July 2024
Nous avons été reçu par des gens vraiment sympathiques. Ils nous ont même guidé pour la fin de notre journée. Le déjeuner n’était pas compris mais ils nous ont quand même offert le service à un prix abordable. Un des meilleurs accueil de notre voyage.
Jocelyn
Jocelyn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
27 July 2024
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.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
21 July 2024
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.
gemma
gemma, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
5 July 2024
Hidden secret
Perfect for what we wanted being just a few minutes from Glyndebourne and for our spaniel. A delightful little hamlet.
Francis
Francis, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
25 June 2024
Fabulous location, friendly hosts and wonderful views.
Jeremy
Jeremy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 June 2024
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.
EM
EM, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
2 June 2024
Jamie
Jamie, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
30 May 2024
Clean , very pleasant people and most welcoming
Verified traveller
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 May 2024
Great place to stay
Great place to stay & had everything I needed for a one-night stay.
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
21 April 2024
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.
Tracy
Tracy, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
7 April 2024
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.
hilary
hilary, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair
27 September 2023
Moan moan moan!!!
Pros: clean, comfortable sleep, Instant hot water, ample parking.
Cons: little space around bed (a single bed would have been better in this space)
No surface area for working,
No chair of any type
No food offering. ( I knew this before booking)
No shelving other than window sill for bathroom stuff!
No wifi, I don’t think
Towels should be next to wash basin not other side of toilet.
I didn’t see any information regarding nearby places for an evening meal.
A general warning, accessing the main road west or east is a challenging task
Perhaps my visit caught me on a bad day!!
Colin
Colin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 September 2023
Amanda
Amanda, 2-night trip
Verified Ebookers guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 August 2023
gemma
gemma, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 August 2023
Suzanne
Suzanne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
21 July 2023
Lovely stay
Clean and comfortable with lovely views over the countryside