Grade Ii Listed "Spice Cottage" In The Heart Of Southsea
A small quirky Grade II listed house situated in the heart of Southsea. Fantastic central location for Southsea Common, Southsea shopping precinct and Old Portsmouth. Please be advised that the staircase is steep and not suitable for anyone with limited mobility or young children who are not confident walkers. ( I can provide a stair gate at the bottom of the stairs but none are available upstairs).
After an exciting day exploring the sights of Portsmouth and Southsea come home to this cosy terrace cottage in this friendly residential area.
Full internet access and smart TV to access your own Netflix or other online media accounts are provided for your entertainment should you wish to have a quiet night in. The small nature of the property means that there is only one double and a single seater sofa in the snug lounge area as seen in the photos...plus two small wooden arm chairs for extra seating. Alternatively there is a wide selection of pubs and restaurants within easy walking distance. (from 2 - 10 minutes walk).
It has a feature wooden spiral staircase leading up to the 2 double bedrooms and higher still into the dual aspect attic space where a two single beds are located.
The original building has been extended to the rear where the neat bathroom and well appointed kitchen are both located on the ground floor. Both bathroom and kitchen posses sky lights to give that extra feeling of light.
The small enclosed courtyard at the rear houses the freezer, washing machine and drying area.
All bed linen and towels are provided.
Scratch card Parking Permits( KD Zone) will be provided for the duration of your stay and possibly once parked you will be able to explore the delights of the area on foot and forget about your car until you leave.
Parking is not guaranteed in the parking zone but there is plenty of paid for parking available around the common extremely close to the property for most of the year. Parking around the common is restricted close to the August bank holiday due to the Victorious Festival...please ask for more info before booking at this time.
Walking distance from...
Less than 1 minute Castle Road restaurants and shops 1 minute the start of Southsea common 2 minutes Co-op with cashpoint 6 minutes Sea front 6 minutes Southsea Centre 15 minutes University of Portsmouth 17 minutes Guildhall Square 19 minutes Portsmouth and Southsea train station 20 minutes Portsmouth commercial shopping centre 20 minutes Gunwharf Quays
Property manager
Alison Byrom
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Parking available
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Important information
You need to know
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Southsea
Located in Portsmouth, this holiday home is near the beach. Portsmouth Historic Dockyard is a notable landmark, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Portsmouth International Port and Ryde Pier Head Terminal. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Fratton Park, or consider a night out at Wickham Estate.
Porstmouth, ENG
What's nearby
University of Portsmouth - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Gunwharf Quays - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Portsmouth Guildhall - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Portsmouth International Port - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard - 12 min drive - 6.4 km
Getting around
Portsmouth & Southsea Station - 18 min walk
Southampton (SOU) - 30 min drive
Restaurants
Southsea Coffee Co - 7 min walk
The Hole in the Wall - 4 min walk
Panero Lounge - 6 min walk
Brewhouse & Kitchen - 2 min walk
Pie & Vinyl - 2 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Grade Ii Listed "Spice Cottage" In The Heart Of Southsea pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Grade Ii Listed "Spice Cottage" In The Heart Of Southsea?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Grade Ii Listed "Spice Cottage" In The Heart Of Southsea?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Grade Ii Listed "Spice Cottage" In The Heart Of Southsea located?
Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of University of Portsmouth and Gunwharf Quays. Portsmouth Historic Dockyard is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) away. Portsmouth & Southsea Station is 18 minutes by foot and Portsmouth (PME-Portsmouth and Southsea Train Station) is 18 minutes.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had a great stay at spice cottage . Great location short walk to beach and shops . The house was really clean and well equipped . Would definitely stay again x
We stayed here recently for our sister's wedding nearby. The accommodation was perfect for us and our family. The location was perfect. Loads of little shops near by. Parking was a doddle. Can't wait to return to Portsmouth again and we will definitely be staying here. X
Spice Cottage was exactly as described in the listing: a wonderful historic house convenient to Southsea and Portsmouth attractions. Beautiful woodwork (and stairs) give the feeling of staying in an antique ship without setting sail. The rooms are thoughtfully equipped and the kitchen well stocked. Our host was responsive and welcoming and made sure we had what we needed. What more could one want? Highly recommended.
Everything was great but where this cottage is, is the most important part. Near to everything!!!
Beds were comfy, kitchen was well stocked.....exactly what you need for a home away from home!!
Spice Cottage in Southsea was perfect for our family. It is in walking distance to the shore, shopping, the train and the Hoverport to Isle of Wight. Alison has thought of everything you might need, and is so helpful. The staircase is so unique & fun, too! Would definitely stay here again.
Cosy, comfy, and although it looks small from the outside it was large enough as a base for us + 3 teenagers going out in the day & staying in each evening. Had everything we needed & the owner couldn't have been more helpful. Although there's no reserved parking, in practice we got a space every day 1 minute away on the next street. The stairs are too steep for small kids or anyone with significant mobility issues (I think it says so on the listing) but other than that I'd recommend it to anyone.
Very bright and clean, cozy house. Just right for a holiday break. All amenities were close by, and most importantly the beach was also very close.
A delightful holiday home.
Excellent location for the Common and Southsea shops.
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The property is well equipped and comfy for the 5 of us.
The only minor issue is the steep stairs that may be a problem for some people
Great house in a great location, walkable to the park, the beach, and shops. This had everything we need for our family of 5. Beds were great, shower was great, spacious kitchen, good dining space. Overall, a wonderful place - I would definitely recommend this to friends and family!
Nicole R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Vaughan p.
30 Oct 2018
Excellent
Helpful, friendly owner. House very clean and comfortable. Good position for all attractions and shops. 3 children and 2 adults had a great holiday. Thank you!
Vaughan p.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
10/10 Excellent
Mark W.
2 Oct 2018
Great Location
Many Great Restaurants in close proximity. Co-op supermarket close by if one doesn't want to eat out. The Kitchen had all the tools and essentials to make our stay trouble free. Nice park/Ocean just about on the door step with everything else within 10 to 15 minute walk. We really enjoyed our stay. Portsmouth is a great place to visit and this place puts you in the middle of it.
Mark W.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
10/10 Excellent
Kathy C.
6 June 2018
A great family getaway
Thank you Alison for a lovely stay. We were very impressed by the quality of furnishings and had a great week. The location was superb and we didn't get in the car once during our stay as everything was in walking distance.
Kathy C.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Samantha H., Sydney, Australia
26 Dec 2017
Great place and wonderful host. Perfect location for exploring Portsmouth
Lovely cottage with everything you need and more. Cosy, clean and lots of character. Alison is a very thoughtful host and it was lovely that she was there to greet us on arrival. Would definitly stay again and very happy to recommend.
Samantha H.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
Blair W.
12 Sept 2017
Great home away from home.
Great home away from home. Really well kitted out kitchen, games for kids, books. Lovely place to stay. Great location - close to sea promenade and walkable to Portsmouth Harbour, shops etc.