Entire apartment

Sea from the sofa, Large, 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom

Photo gallery for Sea from the sofa, Large, 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom

TV, fireplace
Beach nearby
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Miscellaneous
TV, fireplace

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Sea from the sofa, Large, 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom

Beautifully furnished, very convenient, 3 bed apartment with sea view situated between Southsea common and the shops, hosted by Home from Home Portsmouth. Perfect for larger families, accomodating up to 6 adults plus children (and a max of 5 single adults)

A lovely spacious 3 bedroomed self-catering apartment with three sofas and dining table and chairs in the open plan living area, with sea views from the bay window (and 3rd bedroom).

There is a double bedroom with ensuite shower room, 2nd king-sized bedroom can also be set up as a twin room, 3rd bedroom with sea views with a double/single bunk. The family bathroom has a shower over the bath.

The Lounge has a bay window with lovely views across the common to the sea, it is open plan with a dining area and a fully equipped kitchen

For your comfort, bedding, towels, Wifi and parking are included in the price.

Family of 5 and Charlie the dog, recently moved back to the UK after 14 years overseas. Have explored a lot of the world and continue to do so. Love the sun and warm, enjoy exploring.

From the property it is few minutes walk to Southsea Shops, that offer supermarkets, numerous bars, restaurants, pubs, snack bars, take away, high street & boutique shops, all the shopping amenities you should need. The Beach, Pyramids Leisure Centre, Southsea Castle and D-Day Museum are also a few minutes’ walk from the apartment across the common at the bottom of the road. A little further is Canoe Lake (with play park, model village, boating lake, tennis courts, beach, pier, areas to picnic)

The apartment is on the first floor. There are 7 steps up to the building and a flight of stairs (21 steps) to the first floor. There is no lift

Parking is on street, electronic parking passes are provided for one car, additional passes can be arranged in advance for a fee

We are trying to do our bit for the environment
Wherever possible we are trying to avoid single use plastics and buy local/British to lower the carbon footprint by providing the following:
Milk in reusable glass bottles (as far as possible/time permitting)
Refillable toiletries in reusable bottles (please don't throw them away!) They are British-made and cruelty free too
Environmentally friendly loo roll - Who gives a crap Made from re-cycled paper with no plastic packaging.
We provide a washable microfibre cloth for dishes rather than single use cloths.
Check-out is 10am as the property will need to be made ready for the next guest. Please leave the property as you found it, the keys on the side and close the front door and text me so I can secure the property.
The apartment is suitable for large families. It is in a residential block and can sleep a max of 5 single people (one per bed). No stag or hen parties. Only booked guests are allowed in the property unless otherwise agreed. At least one person must be over 18.

We need you to complete the on-line check in before key info is provided , ID may be requested. A security deposit of £150 is required via Charge Automation.

Please do not wait until check out to report any issues, let us know during office hours, and report any check in issue immediately.

The following charges may be applied
Lost keys and lock outs are charged at £30
Extra Cleaning £20 per hour - We allow for 2.5 hours cleaning per stay if it takes longer, we will have to charge you the additional cleaning cost.
Up to 2 dogs allowed a £25 fee applies per stay.

Property manager

Home from Home

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Food and water bowls are available

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Reusable tableware only

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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

Property is also known as

Sea Views From the Sofa Southsea
Sea Views From the Sofa Apartment
Sea Views From the Sofa Apartment Southsea
249095

About the neighborhood

Map
Portsmouth, Hampshire

What's nearby

  • University of Portsmouth - 10 min walk
  • Gunwharf Quays - 19 min walk
  • Portsmouth Guildhall - 20 min walk
  • Portsmouth International Port - 5 min drive
  • Portsmouth Historic Dockyard - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Portsmouth Harbour Station - 3 min drive
  • Southampton (SOU) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lord Palmerston - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Scarlet Tap - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Southsea Coffee Co - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Beach Club - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Circolo - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sea from the sofa, Large, 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Sea from the sofa, Large, 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sea from the sofa, Large, 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sea from the sofa, Large, 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom located?

Situated near the beach, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Southsea Hoverport and Gunwharf Quays. Clarence Pier and Pyramids Centre Portsmouth are also within 10 minutes. Portsmouth & Southsea Station is 21 minutes by foot and Portsmouth (PME-Portsmouth and Southsea Train Station) is 21 minutes.

Sea from the sofa, Large, 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Caroline H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
This is our second time staying here, perfect base for shopping and popping over to the IOW.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location.
Great location. Park across the street and right on the bus route. House was great and we loved the view overlooking the park and the waterfront.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ross H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great place to stay in Southsea
We spent 2 weeks in Southsea. We thoroughly enjoyed the location and stay. The host was very responsive and the trip met all of our expectations.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Wonderful views from the front of the property. Convenient location for shops and restaurants. Parking was the difficult on Saturday night. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our holiday to Portsmouth
Amazing place, location great, view great and if you are mobile the walking is great. Everything you need is there, very comfortable and quiet.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

kathryn j.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely apartment with gorgeous views :-)
Really loved this apartment stay, stayed two nights as getting married in the area. Hosts have been great throughout, from initial booking through twenty questions from me. Had a minor issue and they attending straight away bearing gifts of Prosecco and a solution to issue. Wonderful couldn’t have asked for better :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Queensgate Retreat
The location, amenities and rooms were clean and well presented. The only negative is the single beds /pillows used by adults were not comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Very good
We like very much, location, available, very nice
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely view, comfortable, clean
We had a lovely stay. Very cosy and clean and great location. People with mobility issues may struggle with steps. Really enjoyed our stay, very quiet at night and convenient car park. Ordered a curry from recommended place and was delicious.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Mhairi D.

Spectacular views from the property
Had a lovely stay at this at this property, it was very well equipped and the owner left a bottle of wine, pastries and milk for us which was a very thoughtful touch. The views of the Solent were spectacular and the apartment very comfortable. My only criticism would be that the flight of stairs up to the apartment are not really disabled friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline D., Swindon

Liked: Cleanliness
Girlie Getaway
Myself and my 3 friends booked to stay here for a couple of nights 21st -23rd July. The apartment was easy to find, and perfectly located for exploring both Swansea and Portsmouth. The rooms are large, light, roomy and airy and it has great views at the front over to the sea. There were lots of good restaurants and bars within easy walking distance. The kitchen was well equipped, although we all agreed a couple of tea towels would have been handy in the kitchen. There was loads of room for everyone to sit in the lounge, and we all really enjoyed our time in the apartment. Communication with the host was great and we had no issues whatsoever.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark N., Nottingham

Liked: Cleanliness
Family holiday Southsea
The property was easy to rent through the Vrbo website and queries to the owner were responded to promptly. The property made an excellent base to explore Southsea on foot and by car and the Historic Dockyards were only a 5 minute drive away. Jane was an excellent host who responded to our queries throughout the holiday and any concerns were sorted out promptly. We would happily stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Feedback
Great accommodation and location.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eliza E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Portsmouth At Its Best!
My family (two adults and two young kids) stayed at this fabulous property over the Jubilee weekend and honestly I was SHOCKED it wasn’t booked well in advance of when we went. This is an absolutely gorgeous property, somehow even prettier than it is in the pictures in the listing. It is about as ideal a location for seeing the sights of the city as it is possible to be, and it’s clear the property is extremely well maintained and thoughtfully presented. Jane is super responsive to any needs, and all her directions and tips were easy to follow. We had an amazing time - the kids were devastated to leave! - and I can’t think of a better place to stay in Portsmouth on any return trips. Book this place when you have the chance, or I will!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely view
Great place to stay right on southsea common with a great view. Lots of space in the flat and some nice touches from the owners when we arrived, would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Larissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, brilliant stay
We - 6 adults - had a fabulous weekend in this property, right on the seafront in Southsea. A bit like a TARDIS and bigger on the inside than you'd think! Warm, very comfortable and well-equipped, with plenty of space and enough hot water to keep everyone happy. Check-in was efficient, and communication with Jane (the host) was easy, prompt and reassuring. The property is but a 20-30 minute walk (depending on how much you meander along the sea wall) to Gunwharf Quays, the Dockyard, and similar into Portsmouth town. Close enough to the action, but not too close...
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Denise W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Modern flat in fabulous location.
Beautiful flat across the road from the promenade. Great location close to a supermarket and the beach. Unfortunately the shower in the en-suite was stuck on scorching and we had difficulty getting the luggage up four flights of stairs.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

julia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend in Southsea
We really enjoyed our stay in this very spacious apartment with great views. The location was good and walking distance to lots of restaurants and cafes. We also booked a trip on the hover craft to the Isle of Wight, which only took 10 mins and was well worth the visit. Communication with Jane was great from booking to check out. Thank you for the bottle of prosecco to celebrate my birthday.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Brilliant Short Break
What a fabulous apartment! It’s much bigger and grander than the photos make it look, very spacious. It suited our needs perfectly. The location was very convenient to getting out and about along the sea front and we really enjoyed the views from the lounge window. All communication with host Jane was quick and friendly. I wouldn’t haste to recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Phill D.

Liked: Cleanliness
No better location for a stay in Southsea
We all enjoyed our stay very much and the location really was the best bit. Pretty much everything we wanted or needed locally was within a 20 min walk. Gunwharf Quays, both Piers, the hovercraft to the Isle of Wight and lots more. Loved the continuous flow of a variety of boats, ships etc and alway activity on the common to watch over. Highly recommend a hover trip over to Ryde on the IoW for sandy beaches and more. Many thanks Jane, much enjoyed staycation this year :)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tina E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent accommodation and location
Stayed for one week with my family 6 adulation and one baby. It is an amazing property with plenty of space and well equipped. We arrived to a bottle of wine and plenty of the essentials, which we were so grateful for having been held up in traffic for hours. The location is perfect for getting around by foot, close to the beach and also the harbour. The owner was so helpful and polite and answered any query immediately. We loved our stay here and would definitely stay here again. The property was above what we expected.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mitch R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Brilliant
Fantastic weekend, everything we wanted and needed, lovely views too! Host was very flexible and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

gina F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Watching the ships go by.
Fabulous,spacious, very clean apartment with to die for views over the Solent.Close to everything you need in a holiday ie shops,bars, beach and restaurants. Plenty of space for us ( with two teenagers) to spread out and be comfortable. Everything was wonderful from the prompt communication, easy check in and the Welcome pack of breakfast supplies, coffee.tea, sugar and milk and a very welcome bottle of wine. Could have done with some fans as the weather was exceptionally hot but all in all it was a great place to stay. Thank you

10/10 Excellent

Beverly B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home from home
Just what we needed for a few days away from home. Great communication and loved the little bits of extras especially the wine!!

10/10 Excellent

Deborah R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location
We were in Southsea for a family wedding. This property was ideal as it was so comfortable and spacious and suited our needs perfectly. The real bonus was the great location and beautiful views across to The Isle of Wight. A special mention and thank you to Jo who met us on arrival. Her assistance and communication were very much appreciated.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019