After watching the Four in a bed program, I was looking forward to staying here. We stayed in the Aqua room and although very quaint it wasn't very clean. The small t.v and its stand had not seen a duster in a very long time and nor had the light fitting over the bed. The mirror in the bathroom was... More

A unique B&B situated in a quiet road with the seafront, shops & bus stops nearby. Eileen is a friendly, obliging, amusing, larger than life kind of person with a terrific singing voice. Breakfast was very tasty and the home-made soda bread was delicious. I recommend you book in a.s.a.p. and experience it for yourselves!

Stayed for two nights beginning of May 2013. Eileen is the most gracious and warm host. We were immediately made to feel part of the family. Definitely a comeback stay is in order, the longer the better. Location could not be better, just a few steps to the boardwalk. Bus nearby takes you straight to downtown Portsmouth. Ask about the... More

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