Sussex Road, Southsea, PO5

The Property
4 Sussex Road is a blank canvas on which to paint, and is a unique opportunity to forge your own family identity. It is a very rare chance to purchase a Victorian Grade II Listed residence, designed by influential architect Thomas Ellis Owen. Located in one of Southsea’s most prestigious locations, you are in short walking distance of local amenities, outdoor spaces, sea air and stunning views.

This property is also conveniently situated close to travel hubs such as Portsmouth Harbour station, with commutable rail links to London Stations. Access to the M27 is within a few minutes drive of the house too. If going further afield, the continental ferry port is minutes away, as is the Victorian waterfront, Porstmouth harbour entrance; and Southsea common.

A gentle stroll of around 15 minutes, transports you into the heart of the prestigious Gunwharf Quays designer outlet. Here you can experience high end fashion shopping, coupled with impeccable eateries and bars. This property is perfectly positioned within this enviable lifestylelocation, boasting quick access to everything consummate to a happy, healthy lifestyle.

Internally the house has 2316 Sq Ft of living space, with four reception areas, four bedrooms, two kitchenettes, storerooms and bathrooms. It is as spacious as it is desirable and offers un-paralleled opportunity, for remodelling and shaping; into your dream family home.

Following internal redecoration and replacements, this spacious property would be transformed into a premium home, within a premium address. Planning permission has already been granted ( Ref: 22/01070/FUL ) and because of its stature, any improvements would have to be overseen by the necessary planning authorities.

Externally, there is dedicated parking available to the front as well as a detached double garage, accessible via Sussex Terrace. It also boasts an enclosed east facing rear garden, so you can relax and catch the sun in the privacy of your own opulent surroundings.

Property Description
Originally a town house but more recently split into studio apartments, there is also short termincome stream potential, whilst a purchaser creates their perfect home. It is limited only by imagination. The house offers a unique combination of potential & charm, making it an appealing proposition for many. The most obvious benefit is the breathtaking location. Living close to the sea provides unparalleled natural beauty, with sea views, soothing sounds of waves, & the refreshing sea breeze. These elements create a calming, restorative atmosphere that can enhance well-being and offer a sense of tranquility that few other settings can match.

In addition to the financial and aesthetic rewards, owning a seaside home offers a lifestyle that encourages outdoor activities such as beach walks, swimming, sailing fishing, and more. The remodelling process, while challenging in part, becomes a gateway to creating a custom retreat, that blends the best of coastal living, with personalised family design. Southsea itself, plays host to a number of world class events, offering picture postcard views of the solent; spreading across to the Isle of Wight.

A house in need of some renovation, offers endless pleasures. It allows the buyer to craft their dream home, whether through modernising the interiors, preserving architectural details, or expanding the property to suit their lifestyle. The process can also be a very rewarding creative endeavour, turning an outdated space into something unique & ‘family functional’.

For a growing family, multi generational living, or simply for someone with a passion for
personalisation, this house in a highly sought-after coastal location, ticks all boxes. If you ever fancied you own home gym, cinema or games room, there is opportunity through every door. Working from home in a specifically created office, close to where the children grow up, offers the work to life balance that so many crave, post pandemic. More time to enjoy with loved ones.

Property Description Disclaimer

This is a general description of the property only, and is not intended to constitute part of an offer or contract. It has been verified by the seller(s), unless marked as 'draft'. Purplebricks conducts some valuations online and some of our customers prepare their own property descriptions, so if you decide to proceed with a viewing or an offer, please note this information may have been provided solely by the vendor, and we may not have been able to visit the property to confirm it. If you require clarification on any point then please contact us, especially if you’re traveling some distance to view. All information should be checked by your solicitor prior to exchange of contracts.

Successful buyers will be required to complete anti-money laundering and proof of funds checks. Our partner, Lifetime Legal Limited, will carry out the initial checks on our behalf. The current non-refundable cost is £80 inc. VAT per offer. You’ll need to pay this to Lifetime Legal and complete all checks before we can issue a memorandum of sale. The cost includes obtaining relevant data and any manual checks and monitoring which might be required, and includes a range of benefits. Purplebricks will receive some of the fee taken by Lifetime Legal to compensate for its role in providing these checks.