Preston Park is one of Brighton's largest parks, surrounded by Victorian and Edwardian family houses and served by its own railway station, one stop from Brighton. It's quieter than the centre, and it's home to one of the city's biggest weekends of the year.
What could your home earn?
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Key takeaways
- Preston Park suits families, larger groups and Pride visitors.
- Larger houses with gardens earn the most.
- Manage busy weekends carefully on quiet residential streets.
- Price Pride weekend well above a normal summer weekend, with a minimum stay.
- Preston Park station is one stop from Brighton, which guests value.
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Who stays near Preston Park?
- Families and larger groups, who need several bedrooms and a garden.
- Pride visitors. Brighton Pride's main event, Pride on the Park, is held in Preston Park, and homes nearby are in high demand that weekend. See our Brighton events calendar.
- Business and longer-stay guests, who value Preston Park station for trains into Brighton and London.
Which homes do well near Preston Park?
Larger houses do well here: three- and four-bedroom homes with a garden, within walking distance of the park and the station. Family-friendly touches, such as a travel cot, high chair and garden furniture, help win bookings.
What is there for guests near Preston Park?
Next to the park is Preston Manor, a historic house museum, and the park itself has a café, sports pitches and wide open space. For families, that's a real draw: children can play outside every day, a short walk from the front door.
How should you handle Pride weekend?
Price Pride weekend well above a normal summer weekend, and set a minimum stay. Screen group bookings carefully, set a clear no-parties rule, and tell neighbours how to reach you. Busy weekends are when neighbours notice short lets most.
How do you keep residential streets happy?
These are quiet family streets. Guests should know that before they book. Clear house rules on noise, bins and parking protect you and your neighbours all year.
What should house and flat owners check?
If you own the freehold of a house, there's no lease to check, but you still need your lender's and insurer's agreement. If your home is a converted flat, read the lease first. See Do you need your mortgage lender's consent?
Frequently asked questions
Is Preston Park good for Airbnb?
Yes, especially for families, larger groups and Pride visitors.
Where is Pride held in Brighton?
Brighton Pride's main event, Pride on the Park, is held in Preston Park.
Which homes do well near Preston Park?
Three and four-bedroom houses with a garden, near the park and the station.
How do I handle Pride weekend?
Price it above a normal summer weekend, set a minimum stay, and screen group bookings carefully.
Do I need permission to short-let a house?
If you own the freehold, there's no lease to check, but you still need your lender's and insurer's agreement.
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