Title: Special seafront apartment with stunning view in characterful Victorian building Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Special seafront apartment with stunning view in characterful Victorian building Beachfront apartment in Portsmouth with kitchen ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93090000/93083000/93082950/d93d8f43.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93090000/93083000/93082950/6ea9f4ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93090000/93083000/93082950/ab3c1958.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93090000/93083000/93082950/499c75ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93090000/93083000/93082950/58a402a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Close to Gunwharf Quays, Special seafront apartment with stunning view in characterful Victorian building provides amenities such as laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 51023 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Washer - Barbecue grill - Parking available - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Sea view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Special seafront apartment with stunning view in characterful Victorian building Bright, spacious and spotlessly clean top floor apartment with sea views and stunning sunsets in a characterful Victorian building. Originally a townhouse, converted into five split level flats circa 1979. The apartment is located in central Southsea on the seafront in a conservation area. It has views out to Southsea Common, the Solent, Isle of Wight and Spinnaker Tower. The accommodation is ideal for small families, couples, solo and business travellers. The apartment is excellently located. It is minutes from Palmerston Road with its many eating places and shopping precinct (including a Waitrose supermarket) and a short walk from Old Portsmouth (15 minutes). Only slightly further away is Gunwharf Quays and the Spinnaker Tower, the Historic Dockyard and Central Portsmouth (20-25 minutes). We’re also minutes from the Isle of Wight Hoverport. The apartment has large sash windows with wonderful views and stunning sunsets. The accommodation comprises of a large living room with dining area; large double bedroom with Super King size bed, plenty of cupboard space and en-suite wc; a twin room with two full size singles and views to the seafront; a completely new kitchen, fully equipped with everything you might need in a home away from home; and a new bathroom suite with an electric shower. We supply high quality bed linen and towels with our accommodation. The apartment is on the top third floor of the building, there is no lift. A car is useful but not essential. For those with a car, parking permits are available for parking in the local area. For those without, there is a good local bus and train service. The closest train station is Portsmouth Harbour. Southsea, Portsmouth is a perfect location for any type of holiday and at any time of year – short city breaks, surprise Valentine’s/ anniversary getaways, Easter holidays, educational half term breaks, summer holidays by the sea, the Great South Run, Christmas and January Sales shopping. There is something for everyone. It is an ideal location for a holiday in Britain no matter what the weather or the time of year. As well as ideally located for visiting Portsmouth, the apartment is a perfect base for visiting the south coast and key locations further afield – central London is only 90 minutes away by train. NB Please make sure to read our rental agreement. It contains our cancellation policy, which is preferential and differs from that advertised on this listing. Contact us if you would like to discuss our booking policies in anyway. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the marina ### Things to do - Motor boating nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - 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We will consider 3-4 same gender individuals but booking agreement is subject to our discretion The apartment is strictly non-smoking; smoking in or near to the apartment will result in the loss of security deposit. Kindly note the accommodation is located on the top floor and is accessible via stairs only. There is no lift. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C50.78730%2C-1.09438&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=iq6o3CE0LdhvYN8RyHwYOiXkPsQ=) Portsmouth, England #### What's nearby - University of Portsmouth - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles - Portsmouth Guildhall - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles - Gunwharf Quays - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles - Portsmouth Historic Dockyard - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles - Portsmouth International Port - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles #### Getting around - Portsmouth & Southsea Station - 18 min walk - Southampton (SOU) - 40 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Tokyo Table - ‬1 min walk - ‪Rapscallions Rum Bar - ‬6 min walk - ‪Pie & Vinyl - ‬3 min walk - ‪Hole In The Wall - ‬4 min walk - ‪Becketts - ‬4 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Special seafront apartment with stunning view in characterful Victorian building pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Special seafront apartment with stunning view in characterful Victorian building? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Special seafront apartment with stunning view in characterful Victorian building? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Special seafront apartment with stunning view in characterful Victorian building located? > Nestled on the beach, this Southsea apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of University of Portsmouth and Gunwharf Quays. Portsmouth International Port is 2 mi (3.2 km) away. Portsmouth & Southsea Station is 18 minutes by foot and Portsmouth (PME-Portsmouth and Southsea Train Station) is 18 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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