Living with Host
It is a double room at the back of the house, overlooking the garden. You would share the house with me, so kitchen bathroom etc. If you like a 40 minute walk that will get you into town and the theatre or there are lots of buses.
Guest Parking
parking opposite the house is free ( though usually taken up by the University between about 8am and 6pm.) This usually works for theatre guests
The Area and Transport
I live very near the Common which is a great place to walk, or run if you are so moved. There are frequent buses into town, cinemas, and of course the theatre. The New Forest, or IOW aren't far and the City has places to find out more about its past.
Included amenities
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This space is shared with 1 Host.
you may meet one of my grandchildren if you are here on a Thursday
Excluded Facilities
I would share the house with you
What the Host is expecting from their Guests
Check-in
09:00 - 21:00
Check-out
21:00
Strictly no smoking or vaping
Strictly no pets
Overnight companions by arrangement
No allergens or intolerances to note
Other rules
There aren't many rules, but smoking outside would be one. I have done a list to share when you arrive and in return would want to know anything that might make your stay better
What you can expect from these Digs
Strictly smoke-free
Pets are living at or visiting the property
I have a 2 year old poodle (in 2025) friendly but bouncy
No preferred dietary preferences to note
The Host states that their property supports accessibility
however difficult for a wheelchair to access via front door and room in on the first floor
This property does not offer a child-friendly environment
The Host indicated the following health and safety measures.
General Sanitary and Hygiene Measures
Hand sanitiser provided
Soap for each sink provided
Check in/Check out times allow for thorough cleaning between Guests
Separate towels provided
Bins are emptied and cleaned regularly
Rooms cleaned during stay (as agreed with the Guest)
Other
Bathroom can be ventilated
Smoke detector on every floor and in working order
All water taps have been run if left standing for a significant period of time
Property decluttered where possible
See what's not included
Laminated house rules/welcome book provided
Contactless key collection
Non-slip mats provided
Fire blanket or extinguisher present and in-date
Fire evacuation advice provided
Any electricals are PAT tested (if applicable)
Letting Compliance Currently there are no licence requirements for these Digs.
Gas Safety
The Host hasn't yet indicated any gas details for these digs.
Additional visitor levies may apply. Please check visitor levies by area.
Additional visitor levies may apply. Please check visitor levies by area.
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My second stay at Hilary’s and I had just as great a time as the first! Hilary is a fab host and these are great digs for a very good price. Would absolutely stay again!
26th Jan 2026
thank you, try to be fair re cost !
Great Digs for Southampton, around a 40/45 minute walk down 1 main road or very easy drive to the theatre with parking in the multi-storey! Hilary is so kind and lovely to chat to!
21st Nov 2025
I absolutely loved staying at Hilary's house (and her poodle is adorable) and if I'll work in Southampton again I will book her with pleasure. 100% recommend!
16th Apr 2025
Thank you for the lovely review
Hilary's digs are lovely, and well placed for a mid-length walk to work, or a short cycle / bus ride into town. As a host Hilary is very hands off, but around for a chat if the timings work. Will definitely be staying here next time I'm in Southampton!
22nd Mar 2025
Thank you
Another lovely stay. Nice big, warm, and comfortable room in a quiet house.
10th Feb 2025
Hilary is a fantastic host and the house is lovely. Poppy the dog is very sweet and everything I needed was provided. Hilary is very welcoming and the room was very comfortable. It’s definitely a bus ride in but the U bus is regular and takes you basically straight to the mayflower. I would be delighted to return next time I’m in Southampton!
19th Jan 2025
Thank you and look forward to seeing you
Thanks Hilary (and Poppy!) for a lovely stay. Clean, comfortable and spacious room. Located in a nice quiet street, short walk to bus stop into town and bus takes about 10-15 mins to Mayflower. Would definitely stay again
23rd Oct 2024
thank you and you would be welcome
Had a lovely stay at Hilary’s place. Very quiet in a beautiful area. Good bus links into town. Would stay again :)
3rd Aug 2024
Thank you
Great stay, nice and quiet cosy home to stay in.
2nd Jul 2024
Thank you
Wow!!
I was let down with another booking and Susan quickly responded and booked me in the same day.
From the moment I arrived Susan was very friendly and welcoming. The room is located at the rear of the house so it was very quiet and peaceful. The room was very clean and had good facilities.
Parking is free outside and bus link are close by, it’s only a 10 minute journey to West Quay.
Definitely the best digs I’ve stayed in for a long time and I would highly recommend them to anyone
22nd Jun 2024
Thank you,
I really enjoyed staying with Hilary, such a beautiful home. It is a bus ride from Mayflower Studios, but the bus links are good. I would definitely stay again, if Hilary would have me!
13th Jun 2024
Thank you and yes to the staying again!!
Hilary was a very welcoming and relaxed host. The room is at the back of the house so very peaceful and a lovely view over the garden. Regular buses into town and easy to get to the MAST Studios Theatre.
22nd Apr 2024
Thank you and come again soon!
Hilary's is a great place to stay. Lovely location and easy to get to either theatre in town. Hilary is very accommodating and made sure I felt comfortable and welcome in her home. Would definitely recommend to those coming to the area.
10th Jan 2024
Thank you
It was so lovely to stay with Hilary. Such a chill and lovely home.
16th Nov 2023
Thank you
Lovely place to stay for the week. Thank you.
22nd Oct 2023
Thank you
Very nice house well kept with a gracious host!! Definitely would stay again!!!
18th Sep 2023
Thankyou and maybe see you again if you are this,way
A wonderful restful period in Hiliary's home. Room with a view, spacious clean calm peaceful .Recommended
3rd Aug 2023
Thank you for a lovely review
Hilary was a wonderful host, the room was incredibly cosy and comfortable and the location was so quiet and I felt very safe.
6th Jul 2023
Thank you for a lovely review and glad it worked for you
Very personable, understands life on the road and knows what you need and more importantly, what you don't! Lovely, easy stay and dog, Sam!
28th Nov 2022
Thank you
Great digs - thanks so much
19th Nov 2022
Thank you for a great review
I had a lovely stay thanks. Would definitely recommend
10th Nov 2022
Thank you
Hilary is a great host! She was very accommodating and welcoming for my short stay in Southampton! Sam, her little dog is adorable and loves some fuss! Room was cosy and had all I needed! I Would definitely recommend and stay again! Thanks Hilary
30th Aug 2022
what a lovely review, thank you
Lovely, cosy stay. Very welcoming and a convenient distance to and from the theatre.
Thank you Hilary!
30th Aug 2022
And thank you for the lovely review !
A great stay at the end of my tour. Would recommend this home to anyway. Hilary was a wonderful host
26th Jul 2022
Thank you
What a wonderful host and home, Thank you Hillary for a wonderful stay.
17th May 2022
Thank you for a lovely review
Really great digs. Hilary has been very welcoming.
The room is clean and comfortable, the kitchen has everything you'll need.
The location is ideal with Southampton Common next door. Great to walk to the theatre.
Would def recommend and come back.
24th Apr 2022
Thank you so much for the lovely review and you will be welcome back anytime
Great digs! Room is large & quiet,with plenty of storage,a huge tv,desk & comfy bed (I was in the double room) Cupboard & fridge space in the kitchen.Gorgeous garden.Travel was easy on local buses, or a 25 min walk. Hilary was so lovely & helpful 😊
19th Apr 2022
thank you, what a lovely review
As always a lovely place to stay. Thanks Hilary
21st Feb 2022
Another lovely stay in a clean cosy room. Hilary is a great host and I look forward to staying again in the future
19th Jan 2022
Thank you for a lovely review and looking forward to seeing you when you are back this way
Had a lovely stay with Hilary very welcoming had everything I needed! Happily stay again :)
23rd Nov 2021
How lovely thank you and be lovely to see you again
Hilary is lovely and her home is very comfortable and calm. I wish I'd got to hang out more with her! Great value, lovely place, definitely recommend.
18th Oct 2021
thank you for the lovely review and do come back
Hilary's place was wonderful to stay at whilst working at the Mayflower. I would highly recommend it to anyone working in the area. A lovely host and lovely digs!
23rd Sep 2021
Thank you for the lovely review
I love my stay here. The room is fantastic and very reasonable. Southampton Common right next door. Great for a run or just walk through to the theatre. Easy links to and from and cheap in a cab. Hilary was beyond lovely.
22nd Sep 2021
what a lovely review, thanks so much
Great digs! Very reasonable priced and Hilary is so easy going and great to stay with!
11th Sep 2021
thank you
Hilary is a great host and her house is just minutes away from the Nuffield Campus theatre.
24th Feb 2020
Thank you , and glad it worked for you, maybe see you another time?
Had a great time at Hilary’s home. The bed was very comfortable and a lovely walk to the theatre.
13th Jan 2020
Thanks so much and hopefully see you again
Very close to the Nuffield Theatre (Campus) and close by to local shops. Lovely week spent here.
11th Nov 2019
Hilary is a wonderful host and her home is lovely - the room is spacious and very comfortable and the house is very close to the Nuffield Campus theatre! Hilary shared her home generously and made me feel very welcome - a lovely week!
7th Nov 2019
Thank you for a lovely review
Really lovely stay. So close to the Nuffield theatre on the NST campus. Hillary was so kind and the house is great! Warm and friendly. Thank you!
4th Nov 2019
Thank you what a lovely review - hope to see you another time
Hilary's house is such a great place to stay! not only was the single room more than what I needed she was more than welcoming and it was lovely to get to know her! I would love to stay there again in the future!
17th Sep 2019
Thank you what a lovely review, much appreciated and maybe see you again
Wonderful lady to stay with! Let me keep myself to myself but was also up for a chat whenever. Would definitely recommend if Accomodation is needed!
22nd Jun 2019
what a lovely review thanks so much
Hilary
A perfect host in a fantastic location for NST Campus!
10th Jun 2019
Thank you
Lovely accommodation in a great spot. A good 35 minute walk to the Mayflower theatre. My single room was clean and quiet and there's a good wifi signal too, always a bonus. Very friendly host and dog!
28th May 2019
Thank you for the lovely review
Great host. Everything I needed and was easy to deal with.
13th May 2019
thanks so much glad it worked for you
Lovely place to stay, v comfortable and Hilary very welcoming. Digs only a few minutes walk from the theatre, short walk to big Sainsburys and Portswood. Frequent buses from university into town.
8th Apr 2019
Thank you for the lovely review, and sorting the shower!!
Lovely stay, thank you. Paul
1st Apr 2019
my pleasure great to meet you
Fantastic Digs in Southampton, just a 5 min walk to the Southampton Nuffield theatre. Great clean room and cute dog!
30th Mar 2019
Thank you from me and front of house - Sam
I was really comfy here. Peaceful, warm and spacious. And I hardly saw anyone else. If you're playing at the Nuffield Uni Theatre then these digs are perfect. It's just so close and easy.
10th Mar 2019
Thank you for such a lovely review
This is the second time I've stayed with Hilary, perfect stay once again! Hilary has a lovely house and is always friendly, as is her dog! I've stayed in two of her rooms now and both were a great size and very comfortable.
5th Mar 2019
Thank you for the lovely review.
Lovely stay here in Hilarys home. Comfortable and great location, would definitely stay again. X
27th Feb 2019
Thank you for a great review and please do come back anytime - Hilary
Lovely week staying with Hilary. She was very friendly and has a lovely house!
10th Dec 2018
thank you
I ended up having to work during most days so didn't see Hilary much, but I had a lovely stay! Perfect location for the NST Campus. And of course lovely Sam the dog just topped it off!
Thanks x
3rd Dec 2018
Having used Hilary's services many times I thought it was about time I worked out how to leave a review :-) A wonderful lady with a lovely house - definitely recommend a stay with Hilary. Thanks for everything!
27th Oct 2018
Thank you so much for such a great review
Hilary is thoughtful and the house was warm and comfortable. A very pleasant and easy place to stay, and Sam the dog was also very friendly. It is extremely handy for work at the NST Campus Nuffield. Thank you.
22nd Oct 2018
My pleasure and thank you. Hope you come back this way
Very lovely room and kind host you can have a laugh with! Was a pleasure staying and would definitely stay again!
15th Oct 2018
Thank you and you would be very welcome
Hilary is lovely. We had a chilled comfortable stay.
9th Oct 2018
Thank you and hopefully see you again in the future
Wonderful stay here. And even had some lovely chats even though I was in and out of the house with the show. Very welcoming and it's always nice to be greeted by a friendly dog.
Would recomend again
23rd Sep 2018
Thank you for such a kind review and please come back if you are ever down this way
A difficult experience and not a happy one. There are various conditions attached to the accommodation because of the host’s working from home on certain days. The host will also go into the room when you are not there.
28th Aug 2018
Thank you for your review.
I would like to clarify why I went into your room. I had asked you to shut the windows on leaving. An empty house with open windows invites burglars, and my insurance would be invalid. I therefore had to enter to shut them
Lovely, and very convenient. Thanks!
10th Jun 2018
Perfect digs for the Nuffield - 5 min walk through the Campus. Will definitely be back, if I'm at the Nuffield again. Great shower, black out blinds and dog, Sam!
7th May 2018
Lovely part of Southampton close to the common. Perfectly walkable to the Mayflower but great bus links too. I found Hilary wonderfully open and friendly and the cute dog is a treat!
23rd Apr 2018
A great place to stay whilst heading to The Point in Eastleigh by car. Parking outside was much easier than anticipated after looking at Google maps! Hilary was really accommodating of a pretty late booking and friendly whenever our paths crossed.
11th Apr 2018
Absolute delight! Hilary was so welcoming and accommodating. I booked last minute and I was so grateful for her accepting the booking even though she had family over for the weekend. Sam the dog is super cute too! All in all a very pleasant stay!
20th Mar 2018
thank you and Sam was delighted to get a mention!
Lovely house in a really nice area in Southampton. Straight forward walk into town. Hilary is a great landlady and would definitely recommend staying
14th Feb 2018
thank you and please come back if you are ever down this way
Thanks for everything Hilary.
Nice quiet house, very close to the theatre and a short walk to shops for food etc.
12th Feb 2018
A great stay here at Hilary's. Comfy bed, perfect location for the Nuffield and Hilary is a great host, very accommodating. Would definitely recommend. Thank you!
8th Dec 2017
thank you
Thoroughly enjoyed my visit to Southampton and my stay with Hilary was part of that! She was incredibly friendly and helpful, she has a beautiful home and a lovely little dog! I would absolutely stay here again and recommend it to anyone!
16th Oct 2017
thank you
Had a great stay with Hillary, nice house in a nice area and walking distance to the Mayflower. Sam the dog and the cat made it an ever better stay too.
9th Oct 2017
Thank you for that review much appreciated -sadly the cat has now gone home Hilary
Wonderful rooms & beautiful house. Situated next to Southampton Common which is stunning & great for run or walk.. Hilary really made us feel welcome & would highly recommend staying here.. Such great value.
14th Aug 2017
I couldn't have been happier. The quiet and greenery of the area was a great antidote to a busy show. Hilary is lovely and helpful. It's a great room and it's a quick taxi or easy bus to the centre of town. I'd stay again.
31st Jul 2017
Really enjoyed my stay with Hilary. Fantastic for the Nuffield, a five min walk from the theatre. Lovely house, nice and clean and a comfy bed. Hilary is a great host, very relaxed atmosphere in her home. Sam the dog is lovely.
12th Jun 2017
Thanks and Sam was chuffed with the positive review!
I enjoyed being here, Hilary was very welcoming, and such close proximity to the Nuffield. Great room too. I recommend.
6th Jun 2017
thank you
A lovely, clean, comfy, homely place to stay. Peaceful, pretty area. Hilary made me so welcome. Would be very happy to stay here again if I need accommodation in Southampton again.
25th May 2017
Thank you so much
Fabulous place to stay, barely even 5 mins walk away from the Nuffield. Really safe, clean and comfy, Hilary is lovely and I felt extremely welcome throughout! Would definitely stay again if I was in Southampton. Thanks so much H&S xxx
15th May 2017
Thank you so much for the review and hopefully see you if you come this way
A lovely room with a comfortable bed. Hilary was very friendly and made me feel very welcome.
1st Apr 2017
A very comfortable at the top of Hilary's house. Lovely bike ride into town, and wonderful host, and a friendly dog too!
7th Feb 2017
Really nice place to stay. I shall definitely go there again next time I'm in Southampton!
11th Nov 2016
Thanks you for the lovely review, only just read it, and you would be very welcome!!
Hope is going well with your career Hilary
Couldn't have been happier here. Lovely digs, very close to theatre and warm and welcoming people.
4th Sep 2016
Hilary was very friendly & welcoming. The room I stayed in was neither of the photographed rooms. I walked to Mayflower theatre during the day & got a taxi home most evenings which cost between £8-£12. Toilet off the bedroom was a bonus.
5th Jul 2016
Thanks for the review, I will alter the photos as I have changed the house lay out around,
Hilary
Lovely, big room. Hilary was very welcoming and, though I am not a big fan of dogs, even I found her little dog friendly! One thing to be aware of-she holds counselling sessions from the house, though this didn't majorly effect my stay!
26th May 2016
I work from home on Thursday/ Friday morning no impact on the rest of the week, I ask guests to be aware for their own privacy as I use the main staircase to get to the room on the hour and at 10 to the hour so don't feel it has a major impact.
Lovely stay in a lovely home. Warm, cosy bedroom, quiet and clean. Friendly host, I was made to feel very welcome!
12th Nov 2013
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