Landgate, Rye

An exciting opportunity to acquire this attractive building (currently commercial D2 use) located in the centre of the historic town of Rye. Planning permission for conversion of the building to residential use to create three self contained 2 bedroom flats. The property has been used for the last several years as a social facility, however, would lend itself to a number of other uses.

Description - The accommodation is currently set out with the ground floor providing a large reception room, cellars and cloakrooms. To the first floor there are two receptions (one with bar area) and the second floor being a mezzanine area.

The property benefits from 2 private parking spaces to the front.

Planning permission has been renewed for the conversion of the building to form three self contained, 2 bedroom apartments with bin stores and communal cycle store. Planning reference RR/2020/1694/P. The building previously had planning permission granted for a one domestic dwelling providing further options for residential development or commercial ventures.

The Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) charge for development in accordance with the current planning permission has been paid by the current owner.



Tenure – Freehold

EPC Rating – C

Current Use: D2

Services – All mains services

Location - The property is located just of Landgate in the Conservation Area of the Ancient Town and Cinque Port of Rye. Rye is renowned for its historical associations, medieval fortifications and fine period architecture. As well as its charm and history, the town has a comprehensive range of shopping facilities and an active local community, with the arts being strongly represented. Rye Arts Festival and Rye International Jazz Festival are both held annually.

From the town there are local train services to Eastbourne and Ashford International with high speed connections to London St. Pancras (37 minutes) and from there to the continent via Eurostar. Sporting facilities in the area include golf at Rye, tennis at Rye Lawn Tennis Club, sailing on the south coast and many fine countryside and coastal walks.