Digital Detox Breaks in West Sussex
A peaceful, screen-free stay in a private meadow beneath the South Downs — designed to help you switch off naturally, without rules or pressure.
A peaceful, screen-free stay in a private meadow beneath the South Downs — designed to help you switch off naturally, without rules or pressure.
This isn’t an artificially “off-grid” experience. It’s simply a quiet, natural place that makes switching off feel easy.
The Skoolie sits still in its own private meadow, bordered by trees and open sky. There’s no campsite noise, no traffic, and no shared spaces — just space, stillness and time.
You won’t find WiFi here. You won’t be surrounded by people. You won’t be tempted by TVs or screens.
Instead, you’ll find:
This is a digital detox that feels gentle, natural, and simply part of the Skoolie Stays experience.
Why a Converted Bus Can Be Surprisingly Calm
At first glance, a bus might not sound like the obvious choice for a digital detox. But once you arrive, that assumption quickly fades.
The Skoolie doesn’t move. It’s solid, insulated, and carefully converted to feel warm, quiet and grounded. Inside, it feels far closer to a cabin than a vehicle.
There’s no engine noise. No passing traffic. No neighbours. Just stillness.
The curved ceiling creates a cocoon-like feeling, while large windows bring in soft natural light and views of the meadow. The result is a space that feels contained, safe, and deeply calming — exactly what a good digital detox needs.
A beautifully converted American school bus, reimagined as a calm, cabin-style hideaway. Set in its own secluded meadow beneath the South Downs, the Skoolie offers a peaceful, screen-free stay with comfort at its heart.
Most guests arrive feeling busy, overstimulated and “on” — and leave saying the same thing: “We didn’t realise how much we needed this.”
The benefits of a digital detox here are well documented:
Clearer headspace
Better sleep
Deeper connection
Less stress
More presence
Creativity returning
Kids rediscovering simple play
This is natural and what happens when you can get away properly and switch off.
Our meadow retreats sit close to Pulborough, Thakeham and Storrington, with woodland walks, riverside paths and the South Downs Way all nearby. You can explore:
Knepp Wildland
Amberley
Wiston Estate
Local vineyards
Cissbury Ring
Parham Park
Read more about local walks and attractions.
Or stay in, soak in the tub, read, nap, cook slowly — and enjoy the quiet.
If you’d prefer a purpose-built log cabin for your digital detox, our Vacationist Eco-Cabin offers a similarly calm, minimalist retreat in East Sussex.
Perfect for couples, solo resets or anyone seeking quiet simplicity. Inside, you’ll find:
A warm, wood-panelled interior
A wood-fired hot tub
Complete privacy with woodland and field views
Soft, natural light
A soothing, no-WiFi atmosphere for real rest
