Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less) Corporate bookings House-swap
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car not necessary
Notes:
Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
This comfortable and fully equipped house is centrally located, minutes from beaches, shopping, restaurants and attractions such as the historic dockyard or award winning Gunwharf Quays, with the unique Spinnaker Tower.
The house has a bright sunny lounge, with log burning stove (for cosy winter breaks), fully fitted and equipped kitchen, 'beach themed' dining room,with french doors straight out onto a sheltered sunny garden. With three bedrooms and two bathrooms, is ideal for family groups.
Front of House
Lounge
Dining Room
Garden
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The Central Southern England / Hampshire region
Hampshire offers a rich portfolio of unspoilt countryside, stunning coastlines, historic cities, bustling market towns and some of England’s most picturesque villages. Hampshire’s countryside is perfect for walking/cycling short breaks, with over 3,000 miles of Rights of Way, long distance paths through stunning scenery and off road cycle trails (English Tourist Board)
London can be reached just over an hour; (Travel to London for £1! Current offer on SW trains);other interesting areas within easy reach include the New Forest (National Park), Marwell Zoo, Brighton, Winchester (where King Arthurs round table is housed), Arundel Castle and Goodwood Race Course, Isle of Wight (Osborne House, Queen Victorias favourite residence), Fishbourne Roman Palace, Bath and Stonehenge.
Tihs property is an ideal 'stopover' for trips to France, as the ferryport is 5 mins drive away.
Portsmouth / Southsea area
Portsmouth is a historic coastal city steeped in history - as well as being the birthplace of authors Charles Dickens and H G Wells, it is the home of the historic Royal Naval dockyard - Portsmouth Historic Dockyard is one of the top ten heritage attractions in the UK and a great day out for all the family. Home to the world famous historic ships, Mary Rose, HMS Victory, HMS Warrior and the interactive attraction Action Stations! Visit Southsea Castle, from where King Henry VIII watched the sinking of the Mary Rose. Enjoy an irresistible mix of history and heritage, specialist shopping, lively arts, great restaurants and bars and a programme of year round events. From the harbour to the beach Portsmouth has something to offer everyone.
Portsmouth's waterfront extends for miles through Old Portsmouth and along Southsea's Victorian seafront. Stunning views across the Solent, space to stroll or look at the views towards the Isle of Wight.
Portsmouth is also a typical seaside town, with promenade, pier, aquarium, boating lake, funfair and other seaside attractions.
Portsmouth has many events throughout the year. Every year there are maritime events such as the International Festival of the Sea. Each August is the Portsmouth and Southsea Show and the Kite Festival. In October it hosts the Great South Run.
Newer attractions include the Gunwharf Quays award winning waterfront complex with cinemas, bowlplex, shops, restaurants and bars. Visit the 170 m high Spinnaker Tower, a unique attraction with its viewing platform giving 260 degrees views over the south and Isle of Wight.
In the area there are many miles of coastline to be explored and beautiful English countryside with quaint villages and good pubs.
Take a trip to the Isle of Wight on Europe's only passenger hovercraft. Also, France can be easily reached for day trips by ferry or catamaran.
How to get there
Portsmouth can be easily reached via the motorway network from London and other parts of the country. It is an hour from London and an hour and a half from international airports of Gatwick and Heathrow. Easy access to Portsmouth ferryport with ferries to France and Spain.
Three stations, Portsmouth and Southsea, Fratton and Portsmouth Harbour all a short taxi ride away.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Southampton: 30 km
Railway:
Portsmouth and Southsea: 2 km
Ferry:
Portsmouth: 4 km
Activities near Portsmouth
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Waterpark 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
Single beds (3), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6, Sleeps maximum of 5
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Private garden, BBQ
Further details indoors: Please note that as this is a Victorian property, it has steep stairs that may be unsuitable for elderly, infirm or very young children
Further details outdoors: Sunny secluded garden with patio furniture and barbecue On street parking available outside the property
Further details
Welcome pack provided with complementary bottle of wine Please note - no smoking permitted in the property
Conditions
20% deposit, balance payable 6 weeks before arrival
Refundable security/breakages deposit of £100 required on all lets
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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Nightly rate
Minimum stay
Weekday
Weekend
Early Summer
2 Jun 08
1 Jul 08
425£ 425
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1 Night
Summer Peak Season
1 Jul 08
1 Sep 08
550£ 550
100100
110110
3 Nights
Late Summer
1 Sep 08
1 Oct 08
425£ 425
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Early Autumn
1 Oct 08
18 Oct 08
350£ 350
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Autumn Half Term
18 Oct 08
1 Nov 08
475£ 475
8585
9595
3 Nights
Winter 08
1 Nov 08
13 Dec 08
350£ 350
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Christmas/New Year
13 Dec 08
6 Jan 09
550£ 550
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The owner's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. Short breaks and nightly rates available Discount for late availability bookings - please enquire Special rates for longer term bookings out of high season Business lets welcomed
Guestbook
'Lovely house, equipped with absolutely everything we needed - a real home from home. Thanks for making our stay here so relaxing and comfortable'
'Very cosy home, enjoyed our stay. Portsmouth is a wonderful place, lots to see and do and the weather was kind to us. Thank you both for our welcome'
'We loved the house and garden - thanks for all the welcoming touches - and the makeover in the garden looks cool!'
'A very enjoyable week. Packed in so much we need another holiday to get over it! We all enjoyed staying here, a very relaxing and comfortable place to collapse at the end of a busy day'
'Really enjoyed our stay. Portsmouth has surpassed our expectations. Historic Dockyard and Submarine Museum very interesting and there is lots to do for children. Would definitely return and recommend to others'
Availability notes
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