A 4-storey villa dating back to 1882, St Benedict - Victorian Bed and Breakfast embraces a 19th-century theme, with characterful period details and retaining its original Victorian layout. This St Leonards guest house offers free parking and Wi-Fi, and serves a country house-style full English breakfast. With authentic furnishings of the era, guest rooms at St Benedict have a comfortable double bed and tea and coffee facilities. Each has a private external bathroom with a roll-top bath. The full English breakfast is served in the dining room from silver dishes, in the manner of a Victorian country house. Evening meals can also be provided on request. St Leonards also has a number of recommended restaurants within a short walk of the guest house. Guests can take tea on the lawn in summer, or enjoy the roaring fire in the drawing room in winter. A large walled garden has a pond, summerhouse and even a tranquil chapel. The East Sussex resort of St Leonards is just over a mile from neighbouring Hastings, home of Hastings Museum and Art Gallery and the famous Norman castle. Bexhill is just over 5 miles away, counting the iconic 1930s De La Warr Pavilion theatre and arts venue among its attractions.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free parking available on-site


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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
8.6
High score for Hastings
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  • Hilary
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The breakfast was excellent with careful attention to detail and beautifully presented.
  • Angela
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We had a wonderful stay! The St. Benedict BnB is truly spectacular and unique, every corner of the house is a piece of art, and the garden is lovely and so peaceful! The hosts are incredibly kind, and went above and beyond to help us out. We had...
  • Alex
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The decor was amazing, the staff were lovely, the garden spectacular.
Quality rating
This property is rated 3 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Hosted by stephen groves

9.8
9.8
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stephen groves
We have carefully restored the house to its original 1880s layout and use, using entirely period wallpapers, decorative objects d'art and antique furniture, down to the smallest detail, including bathrooms. All rooms are furnished in high Victorian style, and the house has the feel of a living museum. There are also servant's quarters with pantry scullery and kitchen with a service lift and a speaking tube to the dining room.
Stephen and Paul have spent 20 years returning the house to its original configuration, decorating it and filling it with period objects. Great care has been taken over the artistic style of each room, so that guests can enjoy a unique experience of stepping back in time.
St.Leonards was established in the Regency period as a purpose built seaside resort, and was expanded in the 1880s when St.Benedict was built. It is now both a holiday resort and a centre for artists, with a growing number of galleries and vintage/antique shops. The gracious architecture of the area is an attraction, as is the proximity to the English Channel.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of St Benedict - Victorian Bed and Breakfast
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
Outdoors
  • Garden
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practice

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House rules

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Check-in

From 14:00 to 22:00

Check-out

From 07:00 to 11:00

 

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prepayment

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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0+ years
Extra bed upon request
£20 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about St Benedict - Victorian Bed and Breakfast

  • The nearest beach is just 450 yards from St Benedict - Victorian Bed and Breakfast. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • St Benedict - Victorian Bed and Breakfast is 1.4 miles from the centre of Hastings. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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    • The prices at St Benedict - Victorian Bed and Breakfast may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at St Benedict - Victorian Bed and Breakfast is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Room options at St Benedict - Victorian Bed and Breakfast include:

      • Double
      • Twin