About the Homestay
- Welcomes
- Males
- Females
- Couples
- Families
- Students
We have a lovely family home in Stoneleigh, a wonderful part of Surrey. It is quiet and a very safe environment with local shops,restaurants and a variety of beautiful parks all within walking distance. We specialise in offering an English speaking family home in a clean, warm and friendly environment. We have been hosting for over 8 years and we really enjoy talking with our guests and sharing knowledge about the local area and how to get around. Me and my wife live in a 4 bedroom home with a large lounge complete with a 6 seater dining room table, large separate kitchen complete with a 4 seater breakfast table, downstairs toilet / hand basin and a large garden. Upstairs we have 4 bedrooms two (2) are guest rooms both can accommodate up to 3 people comfortably, 1 which over looks the rear Garden and has 3 single beds or a double bed & a single bed. The other room with a double bed (can also include a single bed if required) so 2 rooms can accommodate a couple with child, 1 of the rooms ( Double ) looks over front of the house.
Please note : All our rooms are also offered on a single occupancy basis so you would not share the room with any other guest during your stay with us.
No Dogs allowed.
1) Carbon Monoxide Unit fitted in Kitchen (Near boiler)
2) Smoke Alarms Fitted on Each Floor.
The Hosts own bedroom has an ensuite with toilet, there is a separate bathroom with over head shower and hand basin (for guests only). There are 2 toilets 1 upstairs and 1 downstairs both are independent of the bathroom and both are used for guests only.
Our family consists of 4 children all adults now and all live away from home. We have 7 grand children.
Our home is just 2 minute walk from Stoneleigh Station which is a direct link into Wimbledon in just 15 minutes and London Waterloo in just 30 minutes.
Waterloo station is said to be the busiest station not only in England but in all the worlds countries, the number of visitors to Waterloo station is around 100,000000 per annum. No doubt the most common reason for tourists visiting Waterloo Station is because it is the centre of London were you will find that it is central to most of Londons main attractions. Take a look at just a couple of the attractions that Waterloo and its surrounding areas have to offer during your stay in London, by looking at our home page and the photographs that we have attached.
Note: Stoneleigh Station accepts Oyster cards & is in Zone 5
Morden Underground station is just a 20 minute bus ride via a 293 bus & an 8 minute walk to the bus stop from our home.
Morden train station is a direct link into the city & most underground trains run a 24 hour service.
Although we are nearer to Gatwick Airport just a 40 minute taxi ride away, there is a route from Heathrow Airport via bus x26 at Hearthow bus central, the journey does take 60 minutes (Bus takes a wonderful scenic route via London) and is just 6 stops the fare is very cheap at just £1.50 (Prices as of 2018) each way per person, when you get off the bus at Worcester park just hop on the train from Worcester Park station to Stoneleigh Broadway station and we are just a 1 minute walk from the station cost is under £3 for a single adult.
Note: The x26 accepts Oyster card & contactless Note: Does not accept cash.
From Gatwick Airport to our home, take the 460 metro bus to Epsom clock tower (Cost just under £6) & then 3 minute walk to Epsom Station. From Epsom Station catch a train to Stoneleigh which is just 1 stop ( Cost just under £3) Note: The 460 bus does not accept Oyster card. Total journey time around 2 hours approximately.
You can also catch a train from Gatwick Airport to Clapham Juction, change at Clapham Junction and catch a train to Stoneleigh, total journey time around 1 hour excluding transfers. The total cost from Gatwick Airport train station to Stoneleigh Station costs £8.30 (Off peak only) on a single journey by Oyster card or contactless only (Including public Holidays).....Off Peak 09:30 to 16:00 and from 19.00 to 06:30
Contactless ....... Peak costs £12.00 Monday to Friday from 0630 Oyster................. to 0930 and from 1600 to 1900.
We are also close to local amenities i.e. local library, takeaways, restaurants, local pub (across the road) hair dressers, barbers, post office etc all within 2 minute walk.
Once the booking is confirmed, the host will contact you to arrange the balance of your stay to be paid 10 working days before arrival (Payment by international bank transfer at the guests expense) cash on arrival can be agreed under certain circumstance but must be agreed in advance by us your hosts.
Please note: Failer to pay the balance of your stay or agreed amount by the due date i.e. 10 (Ten) Working days before arrival may result in your room or rooms being cancelled by us your hosts at no cost or liability. Guests must confirm to the hosts when the bank transfer is completed so that when the transfer has been received by us the hosts we can confirm receipt to the Guests by text or e-mail. Note: Failure to comply with this directive as well as any errors in transfer amount may result in your accommodation being cancelled again at no liability to us your hosts.
Please note there is no refunds on rates charged once payment has been made.
The hosts reserve the right to enter the rooms to change bed lining (usually every 4 days or as required by the guest) also to empty bins, tidy room and Hoover the room as required all at no extra cost to our guests i.e. Free of charge.
Guests can use all the facilities that the host has to offer during their stay at no charge i.e. Kitchen facilities, washing machine, drier, iron, ironing board, bicycles etc but please note that the hosts does not accept any responsibility for the damage / injuries caused by the use of these white goods etc however caused this remains the responsibility of the guests.
Guests can use bicycles kept in our garage if they so wish but it is the guests responsibility to ensure the bicycles are in road worthy condition before use and whilst being used by the guest or guests the bicycles should be maintained in road worthy condition at the full expense or cost to the guests, bicycles are loaned at no charge.
Guests can park their cars on off street parking i.e. Our own driveway, which can be provided at vehicle owners risk, (Please note) Guest must confirm the need for parking during their stay NOTE: “BEFORE THEY BOOK” so we can check availability. Len & Sandy will not accept liability for any lose or damage to cars parked on their driveway what so ever or that parking can be facilitated during guests stay without first consulting if parking will be available.
It is strictly forbidden for our guests to use our (the hosts) address/details for any personnel use or any reason what so ever except at the written consent of the hosts and is usually limited to visa applications, were the guest or guests may need an address in which to advise where they are staying.
These terms & conditions can be altered or updated at anytime without prior notice to our guests.
All our guests automatically accepts these terms & conditions once a deposit or payment is made in reservation of accommodation at the hosts home.
Additional Info
There is off street parking available to all guests.
Bedrooms available for booking
About the Area
We are only 30 minutes from the centre of London (Waterloo) and Stoneleigh train station is only a 2 minute walk to our home. Our house is also just a 10 minute walk to the bus stop which will take you to our nearest underground tube station Morden on the northern line (293 Bus) We are within 1 minute walk to most amenities, or a 15 minute walk into Worcester park this is the nearest high street and great shopping area. Sutton high street is just 1 bus away & it's a 30 minute journey or let the train take the strain / arrive in comfort by taxi your choice. We are close to Epsom high street which has a wide variety of shops, restaurants and banks which is direct from Stoneleigh station or just 5 minute walk to the bus stop and a 10 minute bus ride number 293, also Kingston high street is again just 1 bus away takes around 25 minutes & has a fantastic shopping centre, you can also take a river cruise to several tourists areas which includes London Waterloo embankment & Greenwich etc. Epsom race course is also just a short train journey away if no racing on there are airplane enthusiasts flying their remote control plains great Ariel acrobatics.
Meals
Hosts can offer a complimentary light breakfast at their discretion. All other meals, including a full breakfast, might incur an additional cost, if offered. Meals and any additional payment should be arranged directly with your host.
Included in the stay
- Complimentary Light Breakfast
- Use of Kitchen
Available on request at an extra cost
- Full Breakfast
- Half Board
- Full Board
- Packed lunch
Diet Type available on request
- Vegetarian
- Diabetic
- Halal
House Rules
No smoking
No shoes up stairs
Keep room tidy
No food or drinks upstairs
Smoking Rules
Your host is a non-smoker.
Smoking is not allowed.
92 Reviews
March 2023
Len and Sandy were great hosts. I was made to feel very welcome and they were always up for a conversation. Room was adequate for my needs although the beds were rather too hard for my liking. Door needed attention as super hard to open and close. Bathroom facilities were good. Location was perfect just around the corner from shopping street and train station. Would definitely stay again.
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November 2022
Verry easy to talk, and just want to add, always room for improvements, heat in rooms,etc. Overall, all good.Thanks
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February 2020
Len and Sandy were the best hosts I could have! I had the pleasure of spending 3 weeks with them and it was a wonderful experience. They are very kind, friendly and attentive, they helped me with everything I needed and were very patient with me. In addition, the house was very comfortable, clean and organized, with an excellent location. I hope to return someday!
January 2020
Very beautiful home for a very beautiful experience. Leonard (Len) and Sandy are very welcoming. They explain you details the possibilities how to spent the holidays, their tradition and your curiosities. The home is located in a typical british neighborhood, in the zone 5 of London. You can enjoy visiting it and it’s in a strategic position if you want to avoid the pollution and the traffic of London Center. It's easy to reach the London Center by train, the station of Stoneleigh is 2 minutes away from Len’s home. Moreover the supermarket is close to the area and so comfy to reach by foot. A very important thing is that you can use the home kitchen whenever you want. You'll have the maximum liberty on the matter of timetables: you'll have the key and you can decide when go out or come back with the due respect for the tenants.
Casa fantastica per un'esperienza fantastica. Leonard (Len) e Sandy sono molto accoglienti. Ti spiegheranno in dettaglio le possibilità su come passare le tue vacanze, le loro tradizioni e le tue curiosità. La casa è situata in un tipico quartiere inglese, nella zona 5 di Londra. Puoi divertirti a passeggiare lungo il quartiere, che si trova in una posizione strategica se vuoi evitare l’aria inquinata e il traffico del centro di Londra. E’ facile raggiungere il centro di Londra in treno, la stazione di Stoneleigh si trova a soli 2 minuti dalla casa di Len. Oltre a questo il supermercato è nei pressi della casa e comodo da raggiungere a piedi. Una cosa molto importante è il fatto di poter utilizzare la cucina quando vuoi. Avrai la massima libertà per quanto riguarda la gestione degli orari: avrai a disposizione le chiavi e potrai decidere quando uscire e quando rientrare, col dovuto rispetto per gli inquilini.
November 2019
Leonard and Sandy were lovely and helpful hosts. my room was spacious and tidy. Sandy even did my bed while I was out. free breakfast and the possibility of laundering you won't find to often. thank you again
AndreasHost reply
October 2019
Leonard and Sandy were amazing hosts I would highly recommend staying with them!
They made me feel so at home and were very welcoming from the start.
I would naturally be homesick being a student away from my home but from the moment I arrived they went above and beyond to make me comfortable and safe. I felt totally at ease in their company and I always knew they would be around for a nice chat. They are both excellent cooks the dinners were always wholesome and delicious! Their home is lovely and very clean too.
I can't wait to stay with them again in the future. A perfect location close to London and Stoneleigh is a beautiful area too with great parks nearby. For students looking for a home away from home Sandy and Leonard are a perfect host family!Host reply
September 2019
Len and Sandy immediately made us feel at home on arrival. We had a spacious room and a private bathroom and toilet and everything was very clean . The breakfast was fine and we could even use the kitchen if we wished. The location was perfect: we had a private parking, the station was around the corner, and so were pubs and restaurants. A good starting point for visits in and outside London.
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September 2019
Len and Sandy are really kind, friendly and helpful. I stayed with them 3 weeks and they helped me with English, gave me info about London and public transportation and they lent me a bike.
I enjoyed chats with them.
Lovely experience.
I definitely recommend their house to spend lovely time in London!Host reply
September 2019
C'était un très chouette séjour. Des personnes très accueillantes et chaleureuses. Le service est très bien et les c'est un très bel endroit. A refaire !
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September 2019
Accueil très chaleureux et maison très propre, séjour d’un mois comme à la maison. Ils font au mieux pour qu’on se sentent bien.
Je recommande fortement et y reviendrais sans hésiter!Host reply
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