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Reviews of A Barn at South Downs Stay

23 South Lane, Houghton, Houghton, BN18 9LN, United Kingdom

#1 of 2 hotels in Houghton

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Review score

Based on 26 B&B reviews

9.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    10.0

  • Comfort

    10.0

  • Location

    10.0

  • Facilities

    10.0

  • Staff

    10.0

  • Value for money

    9.6

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  • Reviewed: 20 June 2025

    10
    A wonderful relaxing stay, with gorgeous breakfast baskets every morning- what a treat!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great room- lovely large space and really comfortable. Wonderful views!

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 June 2025

    10
    Beautiful views and lovely hosts
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Gorgeous view, comfortable bed. Impeccably tidy! Susan and Robert were amazing hosts. So friendly and helpful. We even got a lift to and from dinner on Saturday night which was so kind. Susan’s breakfast basket was delicious. We would love to come back again.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 June 2025

    9.0
    Fabulous country retreat
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing !

    A Barn is a beautiful, light airy conversion with tasteful decoration and fabulous uninterrupted rural views over the valley. We really enjoyed watching the incredible array of birds and wildlife visiting the garden. But the best ever is the warm welcome and incredible service from Susan - the host. The care over the breakfast and on one day our request for a picnic breakfast could not have been better. Made us feel very at home indeed.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 May 2025

    10
    Just what we needed from a weekend away, completing glorious in every way!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing

    Fantastic location, we were able to park up and not use our car again until we left. We were also lucky enough to have the Barn to ourselves which was a treat and we made the most of the living and outdoor space. Plenty of activities to keep you occupied but also it was just lovely to stop and take in the views.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was amazing .

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2025

    10
    Will definitely come back for our next stay at the South Downs
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    For those who don’t drive, houghton is cosy and tranquil, but also well-connected to other attractions by train or by walk. We had a relaxing weekend away from busy cities and enjoyed a lot of fun activities. The food around was unexpectedly good too. The Barn itself has a beautiful view, and the room was super comfortable to stay in. Everything was right in place and thoughtfully arranged. Susan and Robert were wonderful hosts who made our stay most memorable.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 July 2024

    9.0
    A beautiful place in a wonderful destination
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I couldn’t fault anything.

    A beautifully converted barn making very comfortable accommodation. Lovely views of the Downs from the rooms. Everything is in place to make your stay enjoyable. The host is very friendly and she provides a lovely breakfast delivered to your room.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 June 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything here exceeded expectations. The room is better than it looks in the pictures, and the host was absolutely fantastic at making our stay as comfortable and memorable as possible. The host went above and beyond to ensure our stay was as comfortable as possible

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had a great time at this B&B. Susan was such a lovely host and she made all the effort to make our stay comfortable and enjoyable!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Susan and Robert have welcomed us and were super nice and friendly. They gave us all the info we needed regarding the room and the area. The room is spacious, comfortable, and fully equipped with everything one can think of. Susan puts attention to the smallest, and her home.made breakfast is the best we had. The view from the room is breathtaking! Cant wait to come back.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 February 2024

    10
    Stunning barn with amazing hospitality!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, it was perfect.

    Beautiful spacious barn with attention on every detail. Our room was large and bright with everything we could possibly need. The amazing breakfasts delivered every morning were a real treat. We are sad to leave but grateful we’ve had the chance to stay in such a wonderful place.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 October 2023

    10
    L
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The barn was idyllic. Susan was lovely. Excellent location with loads to do and see. Breakfast was fab. Can't fault it... a wonderful weekend.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Beautiful property, room very large and clean with amazing view of the downs. Great bathroom. Excellent breakfast and Susan was a very friendly host

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 September 2023

    10
    Will return and have recommended already to friends. Lovely walks along the Arun and lots else!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not the property but the access road from main road is very narrow and steep so one worries a bit about meeting another car, but actually in 9 or so trips we never did have a problem!

    Stunning barn conversion, beautiful location, spacious room with own patio (Swan Room), most hospitable landlady.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 August 2023

    9.0
    Fabulous experience all round
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Clearly thought a lot about what they wanted to provide and I can’t see a negative

    Fab location for triathlon training and if you’re used to a country home / farm this is epic. Loved playing with the dog, Chatting with the owners and the runs around the South Downs way.. Good pubs and restaurants close by and c 2:30 from Cambridge and 90 mins from london Breakfast are fabulous!

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 June 2023

    9.0
    Peaceful and relaxing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hand rail in the shower would of been helpful for those not so steady on there feet.

    Great location, Susan was very friendly and welcoming. Lovely enviroment, everwhere was lovely and clean. Fantastic shower.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing at all.

    The accommodation and the views really were fantastic. The room was very clean and the facilities were top tier.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 June 2023

    10
    A real winner, lovely place and accommodation first class
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Accommodation was superb. Really thoughtful touches and well equipped with a lovely, friendly host. Breakfast excellent

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 May 2023

    10
    A hidden gem in the middle of the Downs - great location near many historic places of interest .
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    amazing views and great hosts! such an amazing location

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2023

    10
    This is a fabulous location for a quiet escape and is perfect for walking and a romantic stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I hadn't fully appreciated we were sharing the property with occupants of the other rooms. But it didn't prove to be an issue because our respective rooms were large and self contained and our paths never crossed.

    The breakfast basket was a novel and enjoyable way to have breakfast in the room. The host was very attentive and ensured we were furnished with all information regaining the South Downs and what was available locally.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2025

    10
    Perfect in every way
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    What was not to like. The trip was everything and more. Thank you for going above and beyond for us. We had the entire barn to ourselves so had plenty of space to relax and pretend it was ours for a few days. Breakfast outside was lovely, watching nature go by, playing chess and getting cosy in the mezzanine. We had the most perfect, relaxing trip away.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 August 2024

    10
    The property is absolutely stunning, probably even more impressive than the pictures! Susan couldn’t have done more to m
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 June 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 June 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in June 2023

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