Skoolie Stays

Summertime wildflowers by the Skoolie
Summertime wildflowers by the skoolie
Aerial view of the site with views to the sea
The skoolie stays bus
The unique skoolie
Plenty of private space outside the bus
Peace and quiet all around
The view from the dining table
Big skies make for big sunsets
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  • Glamping in a vintage American school bus near Eastbourne, East Sussex
  • Five minutes’ drive to Beachy Head; 20 minutes to Drusillas Park zoo
  • Proper beds, kitchen, dining and living space; firepit and hammocks
Set in a private field in the South Downs National Park, Skoolie Stays offers a very individual glamping experience with sea views, looking over Sussex Fields to Beachy Head. A bus with heart and soul, Skoolie Stays is the happy result of the owner’s travels in another similar bus around the USA. The know-how to transform this iconic yellow American school bus into Skoolie, and the love that has gone into its every feature and detail, all stems from that adventure. Clever touches throughout Skoolie are the result of a thoughtful and skilful renovation. Wood and metal tones throughout create warmth, clever use of space means you have everything you could want on board, and with plenty of headroom and legroom – this bus feels big. A king-size bed for couples, plus two adult-sized bunks means up to four people can sleep comfortably on Skoolie. A well-kitted out kitchen and dining table means cooking and eating on board are sheer pleasure, and there’s a properly comfy sofa facing a real woodburner, meaning Skoolie is warm and cosy all year round. Outside there’s a whole private field to run round or child on the hammocks. A firepit and grill means you can dine alfresco whenever the weather plays ball.

Campground type

Caravans for hire 1
Open all year
Opens

Languages spoken

English

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Features

No dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed

Themes

Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Spectacular scenery

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearby

Type

Farm

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Skoolie Stays

Black Robin Farm

Beachy Head Road

Eastbourne

East Sussex

England

BN20 7XX

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50.75413°N
0.25129°W

Nearest transport

Bus
1.7 mi Railway Station
3.1 mi Church Street
3.1 mi Church Street
Rail
1.7 mi Eastbourne Rail Station
3.2 mi Hampden Park (Sussex) Rail Station
4.6 mi Polegate Rail Station
Ferry
9 mi Newhaven Harbour Ferry Terminal
Airport
24.4 mi Shoreham Brighton City Airport

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Local attractions and activities include: - Beachy Head (landmark cliffs): five minutes’ drive - Eastbourne (galleries, dining, beaches): 10 minutes - Long Man of Wilmington (centuries-old chalk man): 20 minutes - Drusillas Park (zoo): 20 minutes - Knockhatch Adventure Park (rowing lake, petting farm): 25 minutes - Glyndebourne (opera): half an hour - Lewes (castle, historic streets): 35 minutes - Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft: 45 minutes - Brighton (shops, pier, beach): 45 minutes - Bluebell Railway (steam engines): 50 minutes.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Eastbourne 1.6 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodExcellent
Birling Gap 2.4 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Pevensey Bay 5.8 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Seaford 6.9 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Norman`S Bay 7.6 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

South Downs 1.2 mi

Eastbourne Pier 2 mi

Alfriston Clergy House 5.5 mi

Drusillas Park 6.1 mi

1066 Battle Abbey and Battlefield 15.1 mi

National Trust

Alfriston Clergy House 5.5 mi

Monk's House 11.8 mi

Bateman's 17.1 mi

Sheffield Park Garden 19.9 mi

Bodiam Castle 21.3 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

East Dean Round 0.8 mi

COMPTON PLACE 1.2 mi

THE HOO 3.1 mi

CHARLESTON MANOR 4.6 mi

WOOTTON MANOR 4.9 mi

Local events

  • Wick Street Festival (Thursday, August 29, 2024 – Thursday, August 29, 2024)

    Polegate, England 7.9 mi

  • Glyndebourne Festival (Thursday, May 16, 2024 – Thursday, May 16, 2024)

    Lewes, England 11.9 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Skoolie Stays have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Skoolie Stays dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near Skoolie Stays? Local attractions and activities include: - Beachy Head (landmark cliffs): five minutes’ drive - Eastbourne (galleries, dining, beaches): 10 minutes - Long Man of Wilmington (centuries-old chalk man): 20 minutes - Drusillas … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Skoolie Stays?
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  10 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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