Situated in a peaceful, rural location with breathtaking views of The Cuckmere Valley south of Alfriston village in Sussex. We are just nine minutes walk by pathway to the South Downs Way. The High Street of this historic village offers excellent teashops, restaurants, pubs and shops. The guest lounge has a refrigerator to chill and store food and drinks, we serve breakfast in the conservatory overlooking the gardens.
There are several seating areas in the garden to relax and enjoy the views. Here at Riverdale we believe the little touches that make a memorable stay. Rooms feature homemade biscuits, ground coffee, tea, Horlicks, hot chocolate, fresh chilled milk, Egyptian cotton sheets. Children are always welcome, we have toys, books, board games, DVDs, see our list of baby facilities, evening babysitting can be arranged.
There are several seating areas in the garden to relax and enjoy the views. Here at Riverdale we believe the little touches that make a memorable stay. Rooms feature homemade biscuits, ground coffee, tea, Horlicks, hot chocolate, fresh chilled milk, Egyptian cotton sheets. Children are always welcome, we have toys, books, board games, DVDs, see our list of baby facilities, evening babysitting can be arranged.
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Riverdale House is an elegant and spacious Victorian property with three well appointed bedrooms, each with en-suite bathroom. It is a ten minute walk from the centre of Alfriston village, with its many excellent pubs and restaurants. The house enjoys spectacular views across the Cuckmere Valley. Guests are welcome to use our guest lounge and conservatory, a refrigerator is available to chill your drinks and wine.
Being parents ourselves, we understand the stresses of going away with young children. We have therefore put in place a number of facilities and services to enable parents to have a real break and truly enjoy their time away. Two of our rooms are large enough to fit additional travel cots and Z-beds.
Whether you want to walk the South Downs Way, visit Charleston House, taste wine at the English Wine Centre, enjoy a night at the Glyndebourne opera, or take the children to Drusillas Park there are attractions and activities to suit you within a short distance of Riverdale House. For more information on specific activities and attractions please follow the appropriate link.
Why not purchase an accommodation gift voucher to give to someone special as a unique gift? The vouchers can be used towards either the cost of accommodation the ideal gift for birthdays, anniversaries or for someone who has recently had a baby and is in real need of a night out. Vouchers can be purchased for any amount up to the rate of a room.
Please be aware that certain internet mapping sites and satellite navigation systems mark the Seaford Road as 'White Way'. The driveway to the house (signposted) is located after the 40mph sign on the right hand side of the road. If you reach the Youth Hostel on the left hand side of the Seaford Road you have gone too far.
Reviews (8)
Sheryl Bevan
Oct 02, 2021
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My daughter and I stayed in this beautiful house in a stunning setting to walk part of the South Downs. From the onset, Richard was very welcoming and gave us plenty of advice for eating out and route plans! Our room had the most fantastic views with little touches such as delicious home made biscuits and a cafetière with ground coffee in addition to a mini fridge with fresh plant milk as requested……nothing was too much trouble!! A perfectly cooked breakfast was served with plenty of choice in a sunny conservatory …..we certainly didn’t go hungry!
Thank you very much to Richard and Judy
Thank you very much to Richard and Judy
David Habbin
Sep 02, 2021
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Warm, welcoming, clean and friendly. Riverdale House is an elegant Victorian property in a beautiful location. Decor and furnishings are classic and tasteful. Hosts Richard and Judy do their utmost to make it a 'home from home'. The cooked breakfasts were a highlight and they did everything they could to make it easy for us with our twin one year olds! Thank you from all of us.
Jennifer King
Jun 28, 2021
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Sally Hutter
Jun 20, 2021
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What a wonderful welcoming B&B as an overnight stop during our South Down Walk. The room was spacious, clean, very comfortable and had a good choice of hot drinks and even a mini fridge. The garden was available with seating to enjoy the wonderful views. It was a short walk from the village with fabulous places to eat. Richard was a great host and so was Jenny who served us our wonderful breakfast. Would definitely visit again.
Faye Lee
May 24, 2021
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Garry Young
May 14, 2021
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Joan Twomey
Jan 27, 2021
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My cousins and I stayed a few times. Beautiful, comfortable, relaxing rooms with wonderful gardens. Great hosts - friendly and knowledgeable about local walks and where to go and what to see, with the added bonus of delicious breakfasts.
Alfriston is about a 5 minute walk and is a charming, historic village with 2 great 'auld pubs', a lovely church and village green, and lots of little tea shops and stores.
I will definitely visit again 😊
Alfriston is about a 5 minute walk and is a charming, historic village with 2 great 'auld pubs', a lovely church and village green, and lots of little tea shops and stores.
I will definitely visit again 😊
Peter Nowell
Jun 27, 2020
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