Lighthouse converted in to a charming and unique B&B, slap bang on the South Downs Way, complete with panoramic views of the English Channel, the Seven Sisters and Beachy Head.
Please note that the minimum stay for this property is 2 nights
Belle Tout Lighthouse is owned and managed by David Shaw.
You can ask a question or make a booking request directly with David Shaw.
A lovingly converted 19th Century lighthouse perched on the pristine chalky white cliffs of Beachy Head, just west of Eastbourne with 360-degree views of the English Channel. The Belle Tout mixes modern luxuries with a unique setting quite literally on the very edge of England’s south coast. Belle Tout’s rooms are individually styled - Shiraz & Old England are two of our favourites, and each is bright and airy with well-considered touches to make each stay perfectly sublime.
The views are spectacular. No matter which way you look, you are faced with the splendours of the English wilds. On one side - the blue waters of the Channel crash onto the rocks, providing not just idyllic scenery, but also a calming soundtrack should you venture out for a late night stroll, while on the other - the green tops of the Seven Sisters cliffs rise up and down in elegant undulations into the rich blue hues of the sky. Every effort has been made to keep the original features of the lighthouse, but you’ll marvel at just how much attention has been paid to comfort and enjoyment. The lamp room for example is lit blue at night and comes with a telescope to help you spy on passing ships, or you can simply sit back in comfort and enjoy view.
Belle Tout’s cosy rooms are furnished to a high standard and come with large double aspect windows, white walls and some with exposed brickwork, soft homely furnishings and inviting shower rooms. The reception floor is home to three rooms - Shiraz which is decorated in warm colours and looks out onto the Birling Gap, the colourful Beach Hut room which has some of the best views of the Beachy Head working lighthouse and the Captains Cabin which comes with a fireplace and exposed brick walls. The lower ground floor has a further two rooms - the traditional Old England room and the modern New England Room - Old England is our favourite and comes with splendid views over the countryside and a spacious bath. The circular Lighthouse Keeper’s bunkroom comes with a exposed brick walls, a fireplace and views out over Beachy Head.
This is the perfect spot to go for walks as it is slap bang on the South Downs Way. You can explore the rustic coastline and visit the nearby town of Eastbourne - which is perfectly situated just a few miles east of Beachy Head. If you get peckish and don’t feel like a journey into the town, then the Beachy Head pub is just five minutes away and serves seasonal pub food in a charming environment. Slightly further is The Tiger at East Dean - The quintessential English country pub on the village green.
Please note that the minimum stay for this property is 2 nights
Belle Tout Lighthouse is owned and managed by David Shaw.
You can ask a question or make a booking request directly with David Shaw.
Prices are per double en-suite room per night with breakfast for 2 people.
From Previous Guests
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Leave a reviewFabulous birthday surprise trip for my husband. Staying in a lighthouse is a very cool thing to do. The bedrooms are clean and nicely designed but are not strictly in the actual lighthouse which did not matter at all as we were able to use the facilities of the lounge and lantern room when we wished and we loved it. Meeting other guests in the lounge at 5pm with a complimentary drink was a nice touch and very sociable and picnicking up in the lantern watching the sunset over the seven sisters cliffs was absolutely wonderful. We had an option of 8 or 9am for our served breakfast and the food was great and the ambience relaxed and friendly. People are definitely looking for a different type of accommodation to stay in these days and this one definitely fitted the bill. Our Seven Sisters cliff, surrounding forest and south downs country walk was fantastic and we loved this pretty part of the UK. Thoroughly recommend for a short break away. We wouldn't recommend for anyone with physical disabilities as there are steps up to the front door and no lifts in a lighthouse !!
Stayed August 2024
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