Skoolie Stays American school bus

UK England South East England West Sussex Amberley Skoolie Stays

  • Sleeps 4 (max 4 adults, 3 children)
  • Editor's Pick
  • Electricity
  • Cooking facilities
  • Beds Provided
  • Bed Linen Provided
  • Towels Provided
  • Private Bathroom
Sleeps 4 (king size bed + bunk beds for two at 6ft height max), full kitchen and bathroom, log burning stove, dining area, stunning countryside location, original features and design-led decor

The Owner Says

Skoolie Stays offers the chance to sleep in a beautifully converted American school bus.

Fully off-grid, this converted school bus has been lovingly hand-built using pine, recycled American oak, and recovered teak. The result is an incredible tiny home with some stunning design features and original detail.

  • Master bedroom with a king-sized bed and plenty of storage.
  • ‘Murphy’ style fold away 6ft bunk-beds for kids or adults, cleverly-designed to be easily hidden away during the day to maximise space. 
  • Full kitchen with a gas-stove top, fridge, large sink and plenty of storage and surface space.
  • ‘American diner’ eating area, made from the original recycled bus-seats and a proper school table.
  • Bathroom with fully tiled shower and a top-of-the-range composting toilet (no smells and no wasted water, helping you reduce the impact of your weekend away on the natural environment). 
  • Cosy lounge with a clean-burning log stove.
  • Plenty of USB electrical points – we have lots of solar power (6 panels, 2400W)
  • Super-cool driver’s cab area with all the original buttons and levers!

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About Skoolie Stays

Suitable For

Sorry, but we do not allow pets in the Skoolie Stays bus.

The Skoolie sleeps up to 4 people but keep in mind it is not designed to suit the needs of 4 adults: whilst the bunkbeds are 6ft and weight tested for adults, the bus is off-grid and uses a 450 litre water tank and compost toilet. It is also a fairly snug space. 

At least one member of your party must be twenty one (21) years or over and they must agree to be responsible for any loss or damage caused by any member of your party.

Nearby

Hikers and bikers will love our location close to the South Downs National Park. A short hike or bike ride will offer you fine views of the Adur and Arun valley, with the heritage sites of Chanctonbury and Cissbury Rings in one direction and Amberley and Arundel Castle in the other.
 
For those who prefer a cultural trip, the area is peppered with historic mansions, gardens, roman villas and castles, each with an exciting calendar of events and exhibitions.

For those keen to relax, there are plenty of tea-rooms and antique stores in nearby Amberley and Arundel, as well as gorgeous pubs, vineyards and breweries to explore.

If you prefer something a little more adventurous, adrenalin-seekers will get a kick from nearby mountain bike tracks at Steyning and there are also plenty of kayaking and SUP opportunities on the Arun and Adur rivers.

Younger families will enjoy touring the castle at Arundel or exploring Warren Hill Park. Older kids can take in the sights at Brighton and Worthing. Every age will enjoy a day trip to family-friendly Brighton and a trip up the British Airways i360.

Food & Drink

The closest pub, The White Lion is one mile away and can be reached on foot via the old drove road that runs through the farm. Built in the 16th century, this listed building is a quintessentially English pub at the heart of its local community. We also recommend The Sportsman and the White Horse at Amberley, as well as the White Hart at Stopham Bridge. Big gardens in summer, log fires in winter and plenty of craft beers - you can't beat a Sussex pub!

For those that like to cook at home, we are close to Storrington, which has all a supermarket. There are also farm shops nearby.

And what to drink? We love the award-winning Arundel Brewery and local legends, Greyhound Brewery. Wine lovers can find local award winning wines from locals vintners such as Wiston Estate or Kinsbrook Vineyard. We can even organise a selection of wines and beers to be ready for you in your fridge to enjoy on arrival. Cheers!

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