About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: South Downs View-private parking in Brighton offers adults-only homestay accommodation with a sun terrace and garden. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Modern Amenities: Guests can enjoy an outdoor seating area, bicycle parking, and free on-site private parking. The property includes a terrace, patio, and garden views. Breakfast and Dining: A continental breakfast with fresh pastries and juice is served daily. The dining area includes a coffee machine, microwave, and TV. Prime Location: Located 37 km from London Gatwick Airport, the homestay is near Preston Park (2 km) and Brighton railway station (4 km). Nearby attractions include Brighton Pier and The Royal Pavilion. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its friendly host, clean rooms, and delicious breakfast.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental

    • Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 single bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Lucy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The property was very easy to find, with parking out front. Communication with the owner was responded to quickly. The bed is very comfy and there are beautiful views from the window. Everything was great, the added kettle and facilities in the...
  • Laura
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location was perfect - very peaceful area with off street parking and a on a bus route 20 minutes from the beach. Karen was a wonderful host, very friendly, helpful and welcoming! The house is beautiful, the garden is lovely and even though its a...
  • Lee
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Perfect for my regular work trips It’s so so clean and Karen is a great host who has thought of every little detail.
  • Oluremi
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Karen was very friendly and flexible. She made us feel like we were staying with friends. Karen’s home was very clean and tastefully decorated. There were lots of little details that made the space extra homely like lots of toiletries, slippers,...
  • Alison
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A lovely warm welcome from Karen when we arrived. The bedroom was lovely, with a beer comfortable bed, fresh towels and tea/coffee provided in the room. An excellent selection on offer for breakfast. A very pleasant stay! 😊
  • Joanne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We had a warm friendly welcome from Karen. The house and facilities were spotlessly clean. There was a stunning view from our room. We had a lovely breakfast with amazing coffee! Fantastic value for money. We are already planning to book up for...
  • Peter
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely homestay accommodation with a very helpful and welcoming host. It is spotlessly clean. Whilst there are a few rules to keep it this away, these are reasonable. The breakfast was of a self-serve continental style and plentiful. There is...
  • Joel
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Room was lovely and had everything I could possibly want. Host was friendly and welcoming, would definitely stay again.
  • Lauren
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Our host Karen was fantastic! Such a lovely and friendly lady. Her home is immaculate and our room and facilities were lovely and comfortable. Perfect location for us to attend Brighton Pride, we were even very kindly offered a lift! Would highly...
  • Lee
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Spotlessly clean Fluffy towels Added touches white robe, toiletries and a guest fridge packed with yogurt, milk and other essentials

Hosted by Karen

9.9
Host review score
Karen
Welcome to South Downs View, a warm and welcoming homestay nestled in the peaceful suburbs of Brighton. This is not a hotel or apartment, it’s a real home, offering comfort, and a local touch. Rooms Available: I offer two lovely guest rooms: Double Room with King-Size Bed (Upstairs): A room with a sloped ceiling (see photos), featuring a king-size bed, tea & coffee tray, bathrobe, toiletries, and a 32" Smart TV with streaming apps and views of the South Downs. Single Room (Ground Floor): A cozy and comfortable room with a toilet located just opposite for your private use. Includes toiletries, bathrobe, and a 32" Smart TV with streaming apps and views of the South Downs. All guests share a modern, stylish and immaculately clean upstairs bathroom, used by both the host and guests. Outdoor Space: You're welcome to enjoy the stunning garden with panoramic views of the South Downs. It's a perfect place to relax, watch the sunset, or enjoy breakfast on a sunny morning. Breakfast: A light self-serve breakfast is available in the kitchen each morning, including cereal, toast, pastries, tea and coffee. Please note that cooked breakfast is not provided. Parking: Off-street driveway parking is available on request for cars or small vans (up to 4.8m long) – one space per room. If you're arriving in a larger vehicle and have booked both rooms, you may be able to park on the drive at an angle. Free on-street parking is also available. There are no EV charging facilities on-site, but public chargers are available nearby via Blink Charging.
Hi! I'm Karen, your host at South Downs View. I’m friendly, relaxed, and passionate about making guests feel welcome and at ease in my home. I’ve lived in Brighton my whole life and love to share tips about the best local spots, restaurants, and things to do, whether you're here to explore the city, enjoy the countryside, or a bit of both. I love meeting people from all over the world and creating a comfortable, respectful space for guests. I’ll give you as much privacy as you’d like, but I'm always happy to chat and offer advice if you’d like some local insight. Even when I’m not at home, I’m always available by phone to help if needed.
Just a 3 minute walk away is a bus stop that can take you to the city centre, seafront, train station, and universities in 20 minutes. This is best as parking in the city is expensive and difficult. There is also an excellent taxi/Uber service. The local Preston Park makes this property a great option for visitors of Brighton Pride and the Brighton Marathon. There are three local pubs, one serving Thai food called Long Man of Wilmington, the Ladies Mile and Park View serving traditional pub food. There is also a wonderful Italian restaurant called La Tana, a Miller and Carter steakhouse, Patcham fish and chips and several excellent Indians. There is a small convenience store 2 minutes walk away, a Post Office and a lovely local coffee shop. Nearby are lots of lovely local walks over the golf course, a short drive to beautiful Stanmer Park with the wonderful One Garden cafe and restaurant and if looking for a longer walk a stroll up to the South Downs and see the Chattri monument. I look forward to meeting you. Karen
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

House rules

South Downs View-private parking takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 13:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Damage policy
If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to £200 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 06:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform South Downs View-private parking in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 06:00:00.

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to £200 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.