Pretty Victorian cottage (1860) in a charming setting, 15 min walk from seafront
Really sweet cottage, modernized in recent years, situated in a conservation area. Decorated to a high standard throughout. Ideal for romantic getaways, fun-filled holidays for small families by the sea, discovering Portsmouth, Hampshire & the South coast and business trips.
You can also find us through the Portsmouth Tourist Board.
Our cottage is spotlessly clean and has two bedrooms, one with large double bed and one twin - the twin has a 'zip and link' bed which can be made up into a large double. Our living/ dining room leads onto the bathroom and kitchen. Kitchen is fully equipped with everything you might need in a home away from home. Bathroom, as in many Victorian properties, is located on the ground floor. Garden has a patio area and lawn.
We are located 15 minutes from the seafront and conveniently located for lots and lots of fun activities and attractions. Also, minutes away from Albert Road with it's many restaurants.
A car is useful but not an essential. For those with a car, parking is available. For those without, there is a good local bus and train service.
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.
The cottage, as well as ideally located for visiting Portsmouth, 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.
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Best for families couples solo and business travelers. We will consider 3-4 same gender individuals but booking agreement is subject to our discretion
The cottage is strictly non-smoking; smoking in or near to the cottage will result in the loss of security deposit.
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Property # 1434724
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 deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Portsmouth
Located near the beach, this cottage is in Southsea, a neighbourhood in Portsmouth. Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and Southsea Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Portsmouth International Port and Southsea Hoverport. 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.
Is Pretty Victorian cottage (1860) in a charming setting, 15 min walk from seafront pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Pretty Victorian cottage (1860) in a charming setting, 15 min walk from seafront?
As of 18 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pretty Victorian cottage (1860) in a charming setting, 15 min walk from seafront on 1 June 2026 start from NZ$333, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Pretty Victorian cottage (1860) in a charming setting, 15 min walk from seafront?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Pretty Victorian cottage (1860) in a charming setting, 15 min walk from seafront?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Pretty Victorian cottage (1860) in a charming setting, 15 min walk from seafront?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Pretty Victorian cottage (1860) in a charming setting, 15 min walk from seafront located?
Located in Southsea, this cottage is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Wedgewood Rooms and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Gunwharf Quays. Southsea Beach and Fratton Park are also within 15 minutes. Portsmouth Fratton Station is 18 minutes by foot.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great base for Portsmouth, Southsea, IoW & Chichester
Really enjoyed our stay. The house was perfect for what we wanted. Keith & Salva were very helpful and flexible. The house is very thoughtfully and fully equipped.
Allan B.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Tom F.
14 June 2016
Neat and clean
We enjoyed our stay at the cottage and would highly recommend anyone staying in Portsmouth stay here. It's a recently remodeled space with a large bathroom and nice kitchen. There was plenty of room for the 4 of us. It's a quick walk to the seashore and there are a good variety of restaurants within a 15 minute walk.
Tom F.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2016
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Armando C.
8 November 2016
A very agreeable surprise
Looking from outside you can't guess how excellent the interior of this victorian cottage is, very well decorated, with a simple but agreeable furniture, and a kitchen and bathroom top of the range.
The days were rather cold for our mediterranean like, but the house was always warm, thanks to the very efficient heating system.
Its evident the care that Keith and Salva put in keeping all shining and glittering.
And their hospitality is also just perfect.
Congratulations on such a good example of welcome in all aspects.
Nous avons passé un agréable sejour. La maison etait conforme à la description. ils nous a été facile de garer la voiture, facile de trouver les restaurants et le bord de mer est à 5 mn à pieds.La maison etait très propre et nous avons pu prende notre petit dejeuner juste dans le petit jardin de l arriere maison. Nous recommandons la masion evidement!!
Very easy process to start and owners were excellent with information and quick response lovely cottage absolutely spotless and centrally located
Loads to do in the area and couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay
We spent a lovely few days in this well appointed cottage. The place was extremely clean and everything was thought of by the owners - from kitchen equipment to puzzles and games. The location is fab for walks to the sea front and close to shops and other amenities. The owners were very friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend.
Das Cottage ist zauberhaft, es ist alles da, was man benötigt. Wir fühlten uns sehr wohl: es ist sehr sauber, die Betten sind gut. In keinem Hotel könnte man besser verweilen...
Wir kommen gerne wieder!
Julia G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Charles D.
12 February 2019
Our stay at 17 Highland Terrace
Keith and Salva welcomed us and the cottage was very clean. They also allowed to leave our luggage until 4.30pm after we had checked out.
Charles D.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
maria L.
26 July 2018
Lovely place and good location
10 minutes to beach and close to places to eat. Parking good and public transport near if needed.
maria L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Michaela B.
14 September 2016
Familie aus Deutschland bei Stuttgart
Das Cottage war sehr schoen und gemütlich. Alles sehr sauber .Die Betten waren bequem. Supermärkte und Restaurants um die Ecke.
Sehr ruhig gelegen man konnte auch mit offenem Fenster gut schlafen.Parken konnte man an der Strasse kostenlos und es gab immer einen freien Parkplatz.
Übergabe lief problemlos auch die Kaution wurde umgehend zurückgebucht.Der Kiesstrand ist in ca 10 min zu ereichen zu Fuss.Mit kleineren Kindern etwas länger so wie bei uns.Gute Küchenausstattung vorhanden.Das Cottage sieht genauso aus wie auf den Bildern.Wir würden es wieder buchen.
Michaela B.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Anna S.
7 September 2016
Wunderschönes Cottages im Zentrum
Das Cottage liegt sehr zentral und war für uns perfekt
Anna S.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2016
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Peter K.
23 August 2016
Very nice flat in a quit, superb situation near the sea.
For us as family with two children (7 and 9), the cottage was the right thing for four days in the city with enough possibilitiy to rest as well. All was clean and the cottage is quit fresh decorated. The service was good, the description was accurate and we would recommand the cottage!
Peter K.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Markus I.
23 August 2016
Nettes kleines Stadthaus!
Ein sehr ruhig gelegenenes Stadhaus mit allem drin was man sich als Gast wünschen kann. Die Küche ist wirklich komplett ausgestattet, mit Blick auf den kleinen Garten. Alles wirklich sehr sauber und gepflegt von den beiden Besitzern!
Parken in der Umgebung ist möglich, man muss je nach Tageszeit und Wochentag manchmal etwas suchen bis man einen Stellplatz hat. Aber eigentlich braucht man das Auto weder zum Strand noch nach Portsmouth hinein. Die Strände von Southsea sind zu Fuß gut erreichbar, der Bus fährt fast direkt vom Haus in die Innenstadt (Linien 1 & 2). Wochenticket für die ganze Familie für ganz Hampshire kostet 35 GBP.
Wir hatten eine sehr schöne Woche in Portsmouth/Southsea. Es gibt vieles zu erleben, besonders wenn man maritime Interessen hat. Das "All Attractions" Ticket vom "Portsmouth Historic Dockyard" ist ein ganzes Jahr lang gültig, man kann als Familie die Sehenswürdigkeiten gut in mehrere Besuche während einem Aufenthalt aufteilen.
Markus I.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2016
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Laraine D.
9 August 2016
Delightful cottage
This is a beautiful cottage in a lovely location - very peaceful but close to local shops, seafront and bus routes. It was extremely clean, very well presented and maintained and equipped with everything you would need for a holiday stay. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay there and would certainly recommend and re-visit.
Laraine D.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Bernd F.
15 June 2016
Wunderbares und ruhiges Cottage
Wir verbrachten hier eine sehr schöne und angenehme Woche. Das Haus ist perfekt eingerichtet, es blieben keine Wünsche übrig. Die Lage ist in einer Fußgängerstraße ohne jeglichen Lärm. Zum Strand ist man zu Fuß in ca. 20 Minuten und für die Erkundung der näheren und weiteren Umgebung ist die Lage ein guter Ausgangsort. Getrübt wurde der Aufenthalt durch die Problematik, dass kein Parkplatz vorhanden ist. So mussten wir teilweise weite Wege zum Haus in Kauf nehmen.
Bernd F.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2016
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Martina F.
12 April 2016
Hübsches Stadthaus
Wir haben eine wunderschöne Frühlingswoche in diesem gepflegten und gut ausgestatteten Haus verbracht. Es bietet Ruhe nah bei der Stadt und ist ein toller Ausgangspunkt für vielfältige Unternehmungen in der Umgebung.
Martina F.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2016
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Julie D.
12 January 2016
Lovely cottage to visit Southsea/Portsmouth
Perfect place for us to stay whilst visiting family in the Southsea area. The cottage was perfect for our 4 person family, fully equipped with everything you could need, everything clean and well maintained. Kieth and Slava really friendly and helpful. Super comfy beds, lovely garden area for the spring and summer months, very quiet niegbors. Easily walkable to grocery shops, the bars and restaurants and the seafront. Very easy to get to Gunwharf and old Portsmouth. Would totally recommend this property to anyone wanting a quiet place to stay that is close enough to all the action in Southsea.
Julie D.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Eugenio D.
1 November 2015
soggiorno a Portsmouth
Cottage perfetto, pulito e fornito con tutto il necessario per soggiornare con la mia famiglia. Grazie ai proprietari per la disponibilità e la discrezione che ci hanno riservato.
Eugenio D.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Peter K.
18 September 2015
Wunderschönes Cottage
Monika und Peter August 2015
Lage und Ausstattung des Ferienhauses stimmten mit der Anzeige
überein. Wir konnten einen sehr schönen Urlaub in einem top gepflegten Ferienhaus verbringen. Die Vermieter haben gut bei der Vorbereitung und vor Ort unterstützt. Es hat, was die Ausstattung angeht an nichts gefehlt. Es gab sehr viel Stauraum im Haus. Bad und Küche waren sehr gut ausgestattet und sehr sauber. Außerdem ist ein schöner Garten mit Tisch und Bänken vorhanden Von Portmouth kann man z.B. London, Winchester, Oxfort und andere interessante Städte anfahren. Der Strand ist vom Ferienhaus nicht weit entfernt, ca. 15 Minuten. Einkaufsmöglichkeiten und Restaurants sind in der Nähe. Rundum ist das süße Cottage für eine Familie mit 4 Personen sehr gut geeignet und somit zu 100 % empfehlenswert.
Peter K.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Mr B.
27 April 2015
Great house
Really nice house - couldn't fault it. The owner was always very helpful, as well.
Mr B.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Ivy P.
5 July 2014
Pretty and comfortable little house
This is a pretty house newly refurbished very tastefully and containing pretty much everything you need for a comfortable stay. The kitchen is a good size and well-designed and well-equipped. Although the cottage is not large, the rooms are not cramped and are furnished to give a spacious and airy feel. The whole house was very clean and pleasant. There is a pleasant garden to the rear although, sadly, the weather wasn't quite good enough when we were there to use the garden furniture provided. We had intended to eat in most of the time during our stay and there are a number of small shops and supermarkets close by to buy what you need. However, we found that there were a number of quite good restaurants and pubs within easy walking distance so we ended up cooking on only one day. Southsea and Portsmouth both have quite a lot to see and do and it's also a good base for the New Forest and other places along the coast - and, of course, a day trip to the Isle of Wight. We found the whole booking and checking-in procedure very easy and Keith and Salva were extremely helpful. We would certainly recommend this property to family and friends.