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Offering lake views, Southsea Royale Studio, James Bond, Parking, Seafront is an accommodation situated in Portsmouth, 2.1 km from Southsea Common Beach and 3.4 km from Portsmouth Harbour. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is located 300 metres from Eastney Beach. The apartment comes with a satellite flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Portsmouth, like snorkelling, cycling and fishing. Port Solent is 12 km from Southsea Royale Studio, James Bond, Parking, Seafront, while Chichester Train Station is 29 km away. The nearest airport is Southampton Airport, 38 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
9.6
High score for Portsmouth
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Alexander
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great cosy flat, had everything needed. 007 decorations within the flat and the building I thought were great and a really nice personal touch from the owners. Highly recommend.
  • Matt
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location, with parking available. Biggest bed I've ever seen. Decent shower. Fridge and microwave in room.
  • Clare
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This is one of the best places I’ve ever stayed in. Fantastic location for Southsea and Eastney seafront, and the Great South Run start/finish which was the number 1 reason for booking. Free parking. Safe and quiet location. The place was warm and...
  • Alan
    Indonesia Indonesia
    The upstairs studio was enveloped in a James Bond 007 theme which simply defied belief. So much effort has gone into this place and it's quirkiness.stsyed with.us for the entire stay. The huge bed was.onbiously a focal point.
  • Tim
    Australia Australia
    The theme thing was fun and tgetbed was huge. Nice shower and facilities. Easy to find with nice clear instructions.
  • Ryan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The bed was really comfortable. Probably one of the largest beds I've ever slept in but being 6'3 I'm definitely not complaining. A nice large smart TV armed with streaming apps and Bond films. Great little extras like a little Prosecco and fresh...
  • Jean
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent communication with the owner, Kevin, who gave clear instructions for our arrival. There are lots of Bond items to see in the room and loved the theme tune playing as you walk up the stairs. Tea, coffee, milk and a small bottle of...
  • Rachelle
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Parking! Location was excellent, facilities exactly as stated in the description and photos, well worth the money. Hosts were very quick to respond to requests.
  • Shannon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Amazing room. Amazing facilities. Would 100% go again and recommend to anyone
  • Nick
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was booked simply as an overnight base as we were down for celebrating graduations. Very comfortable and very interesting room. Like the fresh milk and bottle of bubbly in the fridge Nespresso machine and coffee pods...perfect

Quality rating

This property is rated 3 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Hosted by Kevin Dorey

9.6
9.6
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Kevin Dorey
Southsea Royale Studio is a newly designed apartment only 300 metres from Southsea seafront, the Pier & the trendy Beach Cafe. Strongly influenced by James Bond, it was allegedly the home of Sean Connery from 1947 to 1949. It certainly has A License to Thrill & has original memorabilia including mannequins, movie posters & several items from the James Bond recording studio at Pinewood. New items are being regularly added. It comprises a seven foot bed and offers views over the Canoe Lake, towards the sea. It has a 55in tv, with cable, Netflix and & Amazon & Wifi. There is a parking space outside the property. Tea, nespresso coffee machine, milk, bubbly & fridge provided. With high ceilings, lots of natural light an iconic location, the 007 touches you will feel just like a secret agent. It was ranked as No.1 Air BnB for best reviews and lowest prices in Hampshire as of 7th February 2022 and in the top 10 in England out of over 27000 properties. Please note that it is a penthouse apartment & is accessible by two flights of stairs.
During the lockdown, myself and my wife Marilyn embarked on a project to create a unique boutique studio, to offer a sense of fun and glamour and recreate the Bond era. We sourced items from many sources including Pinewood studios and Christie's auction house. We live locally and are usually on hand to ensure that you have a very enjoyable stay. We also have an excellent housekeeper and a locally based maintenance manager.
The James Bond studio overlooks the Canoe Lake and is very close to South Parade Pier, Southsea Beach Cafe & the award winning Restaurant 27. There is a large Co-op nearby. The Canoe Lake & seafront are a 3 minute walk. Gunwharf designer shops area 35 minute walk along the seafront or a 7 minute taxi ride. The apartment benefits from its own parking space on the forecourt. There are regular buses which are only a 3 minute walk away. Palmerston Road shops, which have numerous bars & restaurants is only a 15 minute walk. There are plenty of places to visit with The Cumberland House Natural History Museum being a five minute walk. Portsmouth Museum is a 20 minute walk and the Historical Dockyard, which includes The Warrior, The first iron clad warship, The Mary Rose Henry 8th Flag ship and HMS Victory, Nelsons ship from The Battle of Trafalgar are all based further along the seafront. You can also visit the birth place of Charles Dickens and its museum as well as the birthplace of Peter Sellers who imortalised The Pink Panther. Beaulieu is a 50 minute drive with one of the worlds most impressive car collection and is currently holding a James Bond exhibition.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Southsea Royale Studio, James Bond, Parking, Seafront
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Beachfront
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoors
  • Beachfront
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Beach
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Snorkelling
    Off-site
  • Squash
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Outdoor & View
  • City view
  • Lake view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
  • Semi-detached
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Miscellaneous
  • Adult only
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
Southsea Royale Studio, James Bond, Parking, Seafront takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 05:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Southsea Royale Studio, James Bond, Parking, Seafront in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

FAQs about Southsea Royale Studio, James Bond, Parking, Seafront

  • Check-in at Southsea Royale Studio, James Bond, Parking, Seafront is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Southsea Royale Studio, James Bond, Parking, Seafront is 1.4 miles from the centre of Portsmouth. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The nearest beach is just 150 yards from Southsea Royale Studio, James Bond, Parking, Seafront. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Southsea Royale Studio, James Bond, Parking, Seafront offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Bowling
    • Snorkelling
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Mini golf
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Squash
    • Beachfront
    • Horse riding
    • Beach
    • Temporary art galleries

  • The prices at Southsea Royale Studio, James Bond, Parking, Seafront may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.