The Curio House is a cosy, characterful two-bedroom Edwardian townhouse on a peaceful residential street close to Preston Park, with quick access to Brighton city centre and the seafront.

Deep blue walls, original floorboards and a house full of collected treasures, from Angkor temple prints to vintage armchairs and one-of-a-kind antiques. This is a home with a story, made for guests who would rather stay somewhere memorable than somewhere generic.

Fold back the bi-fold doors in the morning and the kitchen opens straight onto a sunny terrace, perfect for coffee outside. Upstairs, two generous double bedrooms have comfortable beds you’ll struggle to leave, and a sofa bed in the living room means the house sleeps up to 6. There’s free on-street parking outside, which is a rarity in Brighton.

The space

Kitchen and dining
The heart of the house is a bright, sociable open-plan kitchen and dining room. A long farmhouse table seats 6, and velvet armchairs invite you to linger over a slow breakfast or a long dinner. Bi-fold doors open the whole room onto a terrace that catches the morning sun, with plenty of space for eating outside on warmer days.

The kitchen is fully equipped for proper cooking. It has a large fridge-freezer, an air fryer, an [oven and hob] and a [dishwasher/microwave], plus all the cookware, utensils and tableware you’ll need. Tea and coffee are on us.

Living room
A cosy lounge with a comfy sofa, TV and shelves of books for rainy afternoons. The sofa converts to a double bed, with bedding stored inside, so a third pair of guests can sleep comfortably.

Main bedroom
A light, calm retreat with a plush velvet headboard, a [double/king] bed, fresh white linen and wooden blinds over the large window. There’s a vintage marble-topped dresser, with storage and hanging space for longer stays.

Second bedroom
A snug room in deep blue with a double bed, clothes rail, storage and a desk. It’s ideal for friends, a second couple or older children, and it doubles as a quiet spot to work.

Bathroom
A full-size bath with rainfall shower over, white metro tiles, moody plastered walls, a traditional pedestal basin and plenty of greenery. Soap, shampoo and fresh towels are provided.

The garden
A tiered, multi-level garden with rooftop views across the neighbourhood. The terrace just off the kitchen is a real sun trap, and further up there’s space to sit out with a glass of wine in the evening.

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1: [double/king] bed
Bedroom 2: double bed
Living room: double sofa bed
Maximum: 6 guests

Amenities

Fast Wi-Fi ([speed] Mbps)
Smart TV
Desk for remote work
Fully equipped kitchen with air fryer
Tea and coffee
Bed linen and towels
Toiletries
Hairdryer and iron
[Washing machine]
Central heating
Private multi-level garden with terrace and outdoor dining
Free on-street parking

Location
Tucked away on a quiet residential street near Preston Park, one of Brighton’s largest and loveliest green spaces, the house is a short walk from cafés and local shops. It’s also within easy reach of the North Laine, The Lanes, the Royal Pavilion and the seafront.

Preston Park station is [X] minutes’ walk away, and Brighton station is [X] minutes by bus or taxi, for easy trips to London and along the coast. It’s a brilliant base for a weekend by the sea, a family visit or a working week away. It’s also ideally placed for Brighton Pride, which is held in Preston Park just around the corner.

Check-in and check-out
Self check-in is from 15:00, and check-out is by 11:00. Full arrival details are sent once your booking is confirmed and your ID has been verified. We’re on hand throughout your stay, so do get in touch with any questions before or during your visit.

Good to know

Steps: there are steps up to the house, inside it and between garden levels, so the house isn’t suitable for children under 12 or guests with limited mobility.
Noise: this is a residential street, so please keep noise down after 22:00, inside and in the garden, and close the bi-folds in the evening.
Antiques: the house is full of antique, rare and one-of-a-kind pieces. They’re there to be enjoyed, but please don’t handle or move them, and let us know straight away about any accidental damage.
Garden: please put the cushions away and close the parasol after use.
House rules: no smoking indoors, no parties and no pets.
Floors: original wooden floorboards run throughout, so slippers are recommended in colder months.l Victorian townhouse on a peaceful street near Preston Park, with free on-street parking (rare for Brighton) and quick access to the city centre. Sleeps 6.