Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less) Corporate bookings
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car not necessary Wheelchair access Nearest amenities: 1 km
Notes:
May take pets - please enquire Suitable for children Smokers welcome Self-catering
Home description
ABSOLUTLEY IMMACULATE NEWLY MARKETED warm unique 2 bedroom 2 bathroom Large Apartment , The Penthouse of a 200 year old Granary[refurb] on the harbours edge.... Peaceful location with ATMOSPHERE, QUALITY and STYLE...Breathtaking views from every window on to Portsdown hill, historic dockyard, Spinnaker tower and Harbour entrance,, Directly facing THE MOST FAMOUS WARSHIPS IN THE WORLD,"VICTORY" "WARRIOR" and THE MARY ROSE the only surviving 16th century warship anywhere. Blue Balcony is "THE PREMIER APARTMENT" at Royal Clarence Marina, with the best views anywhere in the harbour. EMOTIVE SCENERY day and night.Exotic and sensual bedrooms beautifully finished. Extremely atmospheric through out, peaceful and relaxing retreat....This is something completely different, with alittle bit more, the decor is a sexy confident mix where history embraces modern LUXURY...
Tranquillity Spinniker Tower in back ground
Generous gourmet kitchen
Master Bedroom
Midnight Moon Light
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The Central Southern England / Hampshire region
Good south of England weather ...!!! The UKs hot spot for all water activities,,, The Apartment has the closest private views to 3 of the most Famous and Historic Warships in the World. A water taxi below the balcony to Gun Wharf Quays,, See the whole harbour and get to any part of it in minutes, from the most peaceful, unique apartment on the water front,,,,,,So much happening every day and night, non stop, WELL CONNECTED, By Road,,The motorway networks just 1.7 miles away, By Rail,.Portsmouth Harbour Railway Station is 5 mins away,.By Plane,. 18 miles from Southampon International Airport, From right below your balcony The Times Clipper Round the World Race, The Cutty Sark Tall ships Race, always a nautical buzz with some cool cruising "Gin Palace" parked below,,,,,,,,,
Portsmouth / Gosport area
Historic Water Front and GUNWHARF QUAYS is the most significant waterfront leisure destination in Europe,An extraordinary choice of dining and shopping with 80 designer shops and 20+ wine bars and restaurants, multi-screen cinema, bowling complex,comedy club, casino and night clubs,,, The harbour has the busiest working waters in the world,,,, Spinnaker tower 170m ,international landmark awe-inspiring views inevery direction,,, All this and so much more is in full view from "Blue Balcony" inside your a million miles away. Step out, and you are just minutes away and by ferry ride from below your Apartment,,, Location!!!,. Your see, once you step on the balcony , that this is " THE" coolest Location on the south coast of UK,,,, No "people noise" or cars below, your views start from water ,,,!! "unimpeded",,,,,, A seamless blend of old-world charm and modern convenience await guests..
How to get there
2 hours from LONDON,,.Portsmouth Harbour train station. 5 mins ..Continental Ferry port to france/ Spain 20 mins away.... M27 motorway 10 mins away...GUNWHARF QUAYS 5 mins ,,,[ Very Simlpe to find];;;;.. From M27 follow A32 into Gosport and follow the yellow signs to "Royal Clarence Marnia".....
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Heathrow airport [1 hour]
Railway:
Portsmouth harbour [5 mins]
Ferry:
Portsmouth [20 mins]
Activities near Portsmouth
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Horse Riding Golf less than 15 mins walk Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation Good nightlife City breaks Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
Internet access, DVD player, Staffed Property, Sea view
General:
Central heating, TV, Video player, CD player, Telephone, Safe, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available
Sofabeds (2), Double beds (2), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 10, Sleeps maximum of 4
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Tennis court on site, Shared garden, BBQ, Bicycles available, Private fishing lake / river, Swing set
Access:
Wheelchair access, Secure parking
Further details indoors: Inclusive Service,,,,,# Arrival/Departure Porter..# Moorings available..# Private secure parking..# Apartment introduction by your chamber maid. .# Luggage unpacked and hung [if required]..# Champagne ( 3 hours on ice)# Interesting Nibbles#Flower arrangements throughout..# Candles throughout for optional lighting..# Hammock style loungers # Very high spec bedding/towels/bathrobes..[cosmetics] # His and Hers new Bicycles..#One Luxury Truly Necessary, the luxury of the best sleep- you have "quality" bedding and mattresses. One is cloud like comfort,the other has reassuring firmness...
Further details outdoors: 1/ WATER BUS/ TAXI below your balcony to GUNWHARF QUAYS [ 5 mins] ..2/Tours of HMS victory.. The Mary Rose..HMS Warrior..3/Harbour boat tours..4/Gun Wharf Quays..85/designer shops,20+bars and restaurants, 14 screen cinema, night clubs,,5/Spinnaker tower, with viewing platforms at 170 mtres,,6/Beaulieu Stately Home and Abbey,with national motor museum..7/Marwell Zoological park..see who is watching who.!!.8/Submarine museum, home of the most historic submarines..9/Bucklers Hard, 18th century village with maritime history..10/Southsea Front, stylish shopping,weekly farmers market,,11/Two of largest fish markets on south coast.12/.1hr 30 mins from Harrods by train... Blue Balcony matches any 5 star hotel,great for social entertainment or just blissful peace.Blue Balcony is wonderfully interesting inside and out 24/7, no matter what the wearther........Attracts Lovers and Celebs
Further details
Built in plasma, B/O TV and Hi/Fi throughout.. wireless internet,, quality bathroom cosmetics, lux towels and bathrobes..2 pairs of powerful binoculars..Classic design art ornaments adorn all areas, Massive wood beams continue throughout to sumptuous finished bathrooms, accessorised with Scented toiletries,, This very large historic yet contemporary redesigned "log cabin" in the sky,!! has it all for romantic cocktail evenings for two, to warm fun time place, for small families.. The Balcony is one of the rarest in the UK,, in that ships were once loaded from it .! Queen Victoria once stood on it to view the harbour! BBC and MTV have filmed from it, . Now it stands out "over" the harbour giving you the best viewing postion from "ANY WHERE", and we do mean "any where" with in Portsmouth waterfront.....
Conditions
Extra supplement for week over 5th Nov, Christmas and New year..........Small deposit confirms your reservation...Building has a lift with wheelchair access,2nd bedroom, built in low level bed... The Balcony is ideal for Smokers..... Bookings as shown on the site are not always up to date and change non stop !!! *************..PERSONALIZED SERVICE...[ SUPERLUXE]************* Make your stay/honeymoon unforgettable, no request too large or too small. Ultra exclusive totally unique- 1. Come from Airport or home to BB in UKs first [cornish white "new"] Rolls-Royce Phantom,chauffeur driven,piano black wood,21inch chrome alloys,white leather,, or a black [dark windows] Merc Limo. Available hourly/daily/wkly. 2. Experience exlusive yachting and crew charter from below your balcony, with dinner for two [or the family] in the solent at sunset..... 3.Enhance your arrival with Krug or Dom-Perignon Champagne [4hrs on ice] Premirer Crux wines,cocktails and soft drinks. Agent Pravocator scented bathrobes/bedding/towels.Flowers in all areas. Candles arranged all areas.Bespoke balloons ribbons and bows. Cool mood music plays in all areas.Rosemary Pesto rack of Lamb/Smoked Salmon, or freshly produced traditional lndian dishes... 4.Wow your guest/guests with jaw dropping entertainment before/after dinner by a "David Blane" type Magician.. Your maid will leave you alone within minutes of arrival, after a superfast apartment intro. **** Flexibility and Discretion****
Rental rates
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. Normal tariff £200 a day ,, Deals on over a Ten day stay [Off peak],,,,,Book in and out any time day or night,,!! Weekend Stays anytime of the year, work out around £600....All Stays get service and Large Champagne package.
Guestbook
STATEMENTS FROM RECENT EMAILS ...We planned to do so much, but when we arrived we decided we stay there and relax instead..[Dr Franz-Josef Paefgen LA,USA],,,Staying at BB was,nt just a break it was a experience..[Ingrid Senhaeve,Chelsea London] Your maid is 5 star,,!! The beauty of the view, inside design and arcitecture was therapy to us,,["Milliner" Patricia Underwood,,Chelsea London] BB made the familys celebration an unforgettable break, Thats what we call Quality accommodation and service.. [Jean-Paul Deresse,Cayman islands] The Apartment and surroundings certaintly worked their magic on us,,,,What a ambience,[Sebastien Henry New York USA] Thanks boys,,Blue Balcony really hit the spot with them. Thats how they like to visit England...[ Agent to Paul Sculfor] Magic.!!....optimum style all day long that was, and right in the face of Portsmouth Harbour,,,, We loved it, felt like we were on an old ship at times..!! ..Thanks to all ..[Julia Marozzi, Palmetto Bluff. South Carolina]..We were hugely impressed with everything, great escape for us all..[Alexandra Wieser. Switzerland] The exclusivity was divine, you should up it to 6 star..!! [Daniel Jager,,Germany], Sure she did John, for her to stay anywhere for 2 days and not go out, is bit of a Koo,, """ ! [Agent to Naomi Campell]... Mother said she found Blue Balcony truly enchanting [Lloyd Fairbanks. Chicago lllinois] Yes Thank you indeed, My Secretary will have a bonus for finding you...[Philippe Bogdanoff; Moscow Russia] We loved the sence of openness, has to be the dreamiest playhouse for grown ups.. Dinners were always great around the table enjoying the stunning views,,[Judith Murphy, hotelier,Dublin].. My wife follows Feng-shui and loved the way the sitting room extends on to the balcony and water,great way to start our day...[Kazuhiko Tanaka,Hong Kong,Pilot Cathay Pacific] ..Write up from " Forbes.com"....Situated literally over the waters edge, Blue Balcony is located on the viewing side of the harbour, There is alot of vision and resource in this one, This elegant and extraordinary location will delight and not disappoint anyone . The owner has anticipated all guests needs... ....." The Sunday Telegraph" Living Mag..May 2008...Savor the past,,,enjoy the future,,. Located in the heart of the harbour Blue Balcony effortlessly combines all the advantages of home with the service of a 5 star hotel,,,,
oldsmith Chelsea, London]
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