The Light House, Camber Sands — Stylish Dog-Friendly Cottage Sleeps 6, Minutes from the Beach

Welcome to The Light House — your stylish Camber Sands escape

The Light House is a stylish Camber Sands hideaway — dog-friendly, baby-friendly, and just a few minutes’ stroll to the dunes (flip-flops optional, sandy toes almost guaranteed).

It sleeps 6 across three bedrooms: a gorgeous super-king with en-suite, plus a double and a twin — perfect for families or a relaxed friends’ break. Outside, there’s a fully enclosed, south-facing garden with a fire pit for those long, chatty evenings under the stars.

Inside, it’s all easy, open-plan living with a sleek electric fireplace, 100 Mbps fibre Wi-Fi, a 55” Sky Glass TV with Movies & Sports, and a Nespresso machine for that all-important first brew. And when the sea breeze sends you back indoors, the converted garage games room (hello ping pong table!) keeps everyone happily entertained.

And if you fancy cobbles, cafés and a bit of browsing, historic Rye is only 10 minutes’ drive away.

Why you’ll love The Light House

The Light House is one of those places that feels like home the moment you walk in. Three bedrooms spread over two floors give everyone their own space, the open-plan living area is made for long dinners with friends, and the enclosed garden with its fire pit is where every evening ends up. Camber Sands beach is a 3-minute walk — just grab a towel and go.

Inside: dining, lounging & switching off

• Open-plan living with generous living room flowing into kitchen/dining and sunny garden room.
• Sleek built-in electric fireplace for instant cosy-factor.
• 55″ Sky Glass and Netflix-enabled viewing.
• 43″ Sky Glass TV in the master bedroom.
• Amazon Alexa devices in all rooms for music and timers.
• Board games & books for slow, screen-free moments.
• Bifold doors opening onto the south-facing garden — perfect indoor-outdoor flow.
• Games room with ping pong table in the converted garage.

Kitchen set-up (for proper feasts)

• Single oven with ceramic hob
• Dishwasher
• Microwave
• Airfryer
• American fridge/freezer
• Kettle + toaster
• Nespresso machine with milk foamer
• Washer/dryer for post-beach laundry

Bedrooms & bathrooms

• Bedroom 1: OKA super-king bed with luxury linen + ensuite shower room + 43″ Sky Glass TV
• Bedroom 2: Double bed with fabric headboard and luxe bedding
• Bedroom 3: Twin room with mattress toppers and crisp linens
• Ensuite: Shower, WC and basin
• Family bathroom: Full-size bath with shower over and glass screen, WC and basin
• Ground-floor cloakroom: WC and basin

Can I work remotely from The Light House?

Yes — The Light House has full-fibre broadband (100 Mbps), more than enough for video calls, streaming and working comfortably. The quiet setting and open-plan living space make it easy to set up a temporary workspace with sea air on tap.

Outside space (and sandy-towel logistics)

• Sunny, fully enclosed south-facing decked patio garden
• Fire pit for evening gatherings
• Six-seater wicker dining set
• Weber gas BBQ
• Rattan garden furniture
• Games room with ping pong table (converted garage)

How far is The Light House from the beach?

The Light House is a 5-minute walk (approx. 250 m) to Camber Sands beach — one of the few sandy beaches in East Sussex. Dogs are welcome year-round on the western section; from October to April the whole beach opens up for off-lead adventures. The beach is also popular for kite-surfing, swimming and building sandcastles in the dunes.

Is The Light House good for dogs?

The Light House welcomes up to two well-behaved dogs for a flat fee of £30 per stay. The fully enclosed garden gives them space to roam safely, and Camber Sands beach is a 3-minute walk away — dogs are welcome all year on the main beach (seasonal restrictions apply to the western dunes area between 1 May and 30 September). After a day on the sand, rinse off muddy paws with the outdoor tap before heading to The Owl at Camber or The William the Conqueror in Rye for a dog-friendly pub dinner.

Read our full guide: Camber Sands for Dogs

Is The Light House suitable for babies and toddlers?

Absolutely. We provide a Red Kite travel cot with mattress, a high chair and a stair gate — just let us know what you need when you book. The fully enclosed garden and safe interior touches make The Light House ideal for a family beach holiday with young children, and the wide, flat sands at Camber are perfect for toddlers finding their feet.

Can you stay at The Light House without a car?

Yes. Camber Sands beach is a 5-minute walk and The Owl pub is within walking distance for dinner. Rye station (Southern Railway) is 4 miles away, and the Stagecoach 102 bus connects Rye to Camber village. Rye itself — with its cobbled streets, antique shops and restaurants — is a 10-minute drive or a pleasant cycle ride along quiet lanes.

Location

• Camber Sands beach — 5-minute walk
• Rye — 10-minute drive
• Hastings — 25-minute drive
• Ashford International station — 30-minute drive

Eat & drink near Camber Sands

Fresh fish, cosy pubs, vineyard tastings — you’re in a delicious corner of Sussex. Whether it’s crispy fish and chips by the sea, a long lunch in a pub with a roaring fire, or seasonal menus in beachfront restaurants, you’ll be spoilt for choice. Look out for Romney Marsh Lamb, Rye Bay Scallops and award-winning English sparkling wine.

Start with our locals’ lists:

• The Owl Pub: short walk from the cottage
• Food & Drink in Rye & Camber
• Dog-Friendly Pubs in Camber Sands & Dog-Friendly Pubs in Rye

What is there to do near The Light House?

Beach days are a given, yet there’s plenty more. Tucked between the storybook beauty of the Garden of England and the historic heartland of 1066 Country, The Light House places you right in the middle of it all.

Explore big-sky trails at the Rye Harbour Nature Reserve, plan a 48-hour Camber & Rye weekend or pick ideas from our Activities hub. Visiting with kids? Try our Things to do in Camber Sands with children.

Specific places to visit near The Light House

• Camber Sands beach — 3-minute walk (250 m)
• The Owl pub — short walk from the cottage, dog-friendly
• Rye town centre — 10-minute drive (4 miles), cobbled streets, independent shops, galleries and outstanding restaurants
• The William the Conqueror pub, Rye — 10-minute drive, dog-friendly with excellent food
• Rye Harbour Nature Reserve — 15-minute drive, big-sky trails and birdwatching
• Camber Sands Golf Club — 5-minute drive
• Dungeness — 20-minute drive, unique shingle landscape and Derek Jarman’s garden
• Rye train station — 4 miles, connections to Ashford International and London St Pancras (80 minutes)

Useful local links

• Rother District Council – Camber Sands (beach & dog zones)
• Stagecoach 102 bus (Rye ↔ Camber)

Plan your trip

• Camber Sands for Dogs
• Family Beach Holidays in Camber Sands
• A Foodie’s Winter in Rye
• Rainy Day Activities Near Camber Sands
• Our Complete Guide to Camber Sands

More places to stay beside the sea

If your dates are taken — or you’d like to compare layouts — browse our full collection of Camber Sands holiday cottages, or head straight to our hand-picked dog-friendly cottages in Camber Sands.

The Light House — quick FAQ

What is the check-in and check-out time?
Check-in is from 3 pm. Check-out is by 10 am.

How far is the beach?
Camber Sands beach is about a 3-minute walk (250 m) from The Light House. Dogs are welcome year-round on the western section.

Is The Light House dog-friendly?
Yes — The Light House welcomes up to two well-behaved dogs for a flat fee of £30 per stay. The garden is fully enclosed.

Is it good for babies and toddlers?
Yes — we provide a travel cot, Red Kite highchair, stair gate, and other baby essentials. The enclosed garden is safe for little ones.

How many bedrooms does The Light House have?
Three: a super-king (with en-suite), a double, and a twin — sleeping up to six guests.

Is the garden fully enclosed?
Yes — fully enclosed with fencing, safe for dogs and young children.

What’s the Wi-Fi speed?
100 Mbps full-fibre broadband.

Can I book The Light House directly?
Yes — you book directly with us at Beside The Sea Holidays. Just get in touch and we’ll take care of everything.

Book direct with your local hosts

We’re Richard and Sophie, and Camber Sands is our home. We’re not a faceless booking platform or an owner who lives miles away — we live and work here, and we handpick every cottage in our collection.

When you book The Light House, you deal with us directly. We’ll help you plan your stay, answer any questions and we’re right here if you need anything while you’re in Camber.

No middlemen. No booking fees. Just a warm welcome and a cracking Camber Sands stay.

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