The Best South Downs Bed & Breakfasts

recommended B&Bs and guest houses across the South Downs


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16a

Winchester

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historic building, lovingly restored to offer individually decorated rooms and shared social spaces, kitchen, cosy lounge and a shady patio

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close to the historic castle and an ideal base for exploring the South Downs and nearby coast, this cosy B&B boasts its own tea rooms

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with the South Downs National Park on the doorstep and minutes away from the Castle, this friendly guesthouse offers a welcoming stay

Fairlawn

Bishops Waltham

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with an idyllic waterside setting near the medieval palace of an historic town, this B&B offers spacious refurbished rooms with seating areas

Number 19

Chichester

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the interior of this friendly B&B - quietly located, but handy for the centre - is stylish, fresh and modern - the breakfasts are highly-praised

The Buckle

Bishopstone

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adult only retreat set opposite the beach - guest rooms are boutique and luxurious in style and all have glorious views of the English Channel

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in a convenient, High Street spot, this well-appointed accommodation offers spacious rooms, fully equipped with a kitchenette

Flint Cottage

Mid Lavant

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on the edge of a village near Goodwood and Chichester, this charming flint-walled cottage has delightful rooms in French country style

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  • romantic retreat
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set in a converted 17th century barn, this luxurious B&B is nestled on the River Wey on the edge of town and has easy access to the A31

The Old School

Westhampnett

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next to Goodwood and Chichester, a Victorian schoolhouse retains many original features, and the elegant rooms are beautifully appointed

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a traditional village inn with a great lunchtime restaurant menu has comfortable, simply-furnished rooms upstairs or in a separate annexe

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a B&B in charming Lewes with restaurants nearby - and a ten-minute drive from Glyndebourne - offers one spacious room with a private bathroom

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cosy and individually styled rooms are located in a converted stable block at this relaxed, town centre pub and smokehouse

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located in 22 acres of gardens and woodland, a country club hotel with comfortable rooms, fine dining and a range of first class leisure facilities