4 splendid nights at this charming and most comfortable B/B. Eileen is a truly kind and thoughtful host; a wonderful person. Aware of our very early departure, she packed sandwiches for our 3 hour coach ride. Her incredible level of attention to detail is reflected by all the niceties evident, in this terrific place to stay. Meticulously clean and beautifully... More

sea-la-vie is a pure gem,just returned after a birthday surprise booking by the kid,s.my wife and i had a fantastic time,not just by the pure quality of sea-la-vie,but by the welcome of the true star of the show Eileen herself.from the first greeting to the last,she made us feel like part of the family,something the big chains have not got... More

Just back from business trip to Portsmouth and stayed with Eileen and Jannika in Sea-la-Vie - I cant say enough good things about my stay , starting with Eileens welcome and hospitality , I felt like I was part of the family and I can say ,I have a new "Mate" lol - Room , bed , breakfast and all... More

We came as a family group to attend a funeral and found heaven on earth in Southsea. We drank tea from bone china cups and saucers, poured from ornate silver teapots and sat outside in garden chairs strewn with cushions. The bedrooms had pure silk curtains, duck down duvets and 600tc Egyption cotton sheets. Before breakfast we stretched our legs... More

My boyfriend and I had a great stay for two nights in April. Eileen was incredibly welcoming and we felt immediately comfortable and looked after. Our room was decorated beautifully, it felt luxurious yet cosy, I don't think I have ever slept in a more comfortable bed! Eileen went out of her way to make our stay enjoyable, readily recommending... More

We had a wonderful time staying at Sea La Vie recently, my husband, his uncle and myself stayed for 3 nights and it was a real home from home experience. Eileen looked after us superbly and even did a little flirting with our uncle who is 90 years old ( he loved it). We would definately recommend this accommodation to... More

Well what can I say except a HUGE thank you to Eileen for looking after us . We have just returned from a 2 night stay at Sea La Vie and wholeheartedly recommend it. From the second we arrived to the moment we left we were treated more like friends and family than Guests. Nothing is too much trouble for... More

I have just stayed here for two nights whilst my bathroom was being refitted (I live locally!). I stayed in the Aqua suite which was very tastefully decorated and calming, the bedding was superb and I hadn't slept so peacefully in years. The room was absolutely spotless with a good powerful shower and excellent fluffy towels and lovely toiletries. A... More

I spent only one night at Sea-la-Vie and was delighted with the warm welcome, beautiful room and comfy bed.Had a great night's sleep after a long journey and the breakfast was excellent. Eileen and Jannika took time out to enquire about my visit to France before I left , this is a truly great place to stay. Thank you so... More