Nestled within the heart of Old Portsmouth, directly opposite the iconic Portsmouth Cathedral and its beautifully maintained grounds, this enchanting period townhouse offers a rare opportunity to own a beautifully presented home in one of the city's most historic and sought-after settings. Combining timeless character with carefully considered modern enhancements, the property enjoys uninterrupted views of the Cathedral from the living room and both principal bedrooms and exudes charm throughout.
An attractive open porch welcomes you into a delightful living room, rich in period character with exposed ceiling beams, sash windows and exposed floorboards. Openings to either side of the central staircase lead through to a generous dining room, creating an excellent flow for both everyday living and entertaining. Beyond, the dining area opens seamlessly into a stylish fitted kitchen, complete with solid wood work surfaces, a central island and an excellent range of integrated storage. Adjoining the kitchen is a practical utility room with further wall and base units, additional work surfaces, and space and plumbing for a washing machine and under-counter appliances. A charming courtyard provides outside access and features a spiral staircase leading to the first-floor balcony terrace. The first floor offers a spacious double bedroom with magnificent views across Portsmouth Cathedral and its picturesque grounds, a beautifully appointed traditional family bathroom featuring a freestanding claw-foot bath, and a bespoke fitted study complete with Sharps office furniture and direct access onto the balcony terrace. Occupying the entire second floor, the impressive principal suite enjoys equally captivating Cathedral views and comprises a generous bedroom, dressing area with built-in wardrobes, and a contemporary en-suite shower room illuminated by a Velux roof window. The split-level balcony terrace provides a wonderfully private outdoor retreat, finished with artificial lawn, raised planted borders and wrought iron railings, creating an attractive space to relax or entertain. Presented in immaculate decorative order throughout, this exceptional home effortlessly combines the warmth and character of its historic origins with modern convenience, all within moments of the waterfront, cafés, restaurants and the many attractions of Old Portsmouth. A truly unique property in an enviable and highly prestigious location.
ENTRANCE:
Open porch area, coir matting, door curtain, open to:
LIVING ROOM:
Inset spotlights, double glazed timber sash window directly overlooking Portsmouth Cathedral, gas meter cupboard with shelf above, cast iron column radiator, exposed floorboards, openings either side of stairway to:
DINING ROOM:
Open carpeted stairs to first floor, under stairs storage cupboard, cast iron column radiator, exposed floorboards, open to:
KITCHEN:
Inset spotlights, double glazed sash window and door to courtyard, recessed wine rack, kitchen comprising wall and base mounted units with solid wood work surfaces over, matching island unit, integrated appliances including: fridge freezer, high level double electric oven, electric hob with extractor over, and dishwasher, cast iron column radiator, part tiled walls, exposed floorboards.
UTILITY ROOM:
Inset spotlights, double glazed sash window, wall and base mounted units with solid wood work surfaces over, inset double sink unit with mixer tap over, space and plumbing for washing machine, and undercounter appliances, part tiled walls, tiled floor.
FIRST FLOOR LANDING:
Inset spotlights, built in wardrobes, carpeted stairs to second floor, exposed floorboards.
BEDROOM 2:
Two double glazed timber windows directly overlooking Portsmouth Cathedral, built in wardrobes, radiator, half height wall paneling, fitted carpet.
BATHROOM:
Inset spotlights, double glazed obscured window, freestanding bath with shower over and ring shower curtain, WC, wash hand basin set in pine dresser unit, column towel radiator, recessed shelving, half height wall panelling, LVT flooring.
STUDY:
Inset spotlights, double glazed sash windows to dual aspects, double glazed door onto terrace, bespoke Sharps fitted office furniture including desk, radiator, exposed floorboards.
SECOND FLOOR LANDING:
Inset spotlights, fitted carpet.
BEDROOM 1:
Inset spotlights, timber double glazed sash window with views directly overlooking Portsmouth Cathedral, radiator, fitted carpet, opening to dressing area with fitted wardrobes to either side, door to:
EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM:
Inset spotlights, Velux window, shower cubicle with rainfall shower, concealed WC and wash hand basin in vanity unit, ladder radiator, tiled walls, tiled floor.
BEDROOM 3:
Double glazed window, radiator, wash hand basin with cupboards beneath, cupboard housing gas boiler, engineered wood flooring.
OUTSIDE:
On the ground floor - a paved courtyard with spiral staircase rising to first floor terrace, outside tap and automated pot watering system.
First floor terrace - Artificial lawn, iron railings, split over two levels, raised wooden planters.
COUNCIL TAX
Portsmouth City Council TAX BAND F £3,310.24 for the year 2026/2027.
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