House in Southampton
Reasons to book
About this house rental
At a glance
• Sleeps 5 across 3 bedrooms
• Beds: 3 single beds and 1 double bed
• 1 family bathroom, plus a separate WC
• Quiet residential street in Shirley, west of the city centre
• Free on-street parking directly outside, space for up to 2 cars, subject to availability
• Self check-in via keybox
• Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am
A Home to Relax and Unwind
This is a straightforward, practical base for a full house, with the sleeping split across three rooms so families or two groups can settle without treading on each other. The living room has a period fireplace and a wide window looking out over the green opposite, a calm spot at the end of the day. The kitchen runs the length of the back of the house, which makes longer stays easy to manage.
The Layout
• Living area: Period fireplace and a wide front window looking over the green opposite.
• Kitchen: Runs the length of the back of the house, with a gas cooker, integrated oven, washing machine and a small breakfast bar for morning coffee.
• Bedroom 1: Double beds
• Bedroom 2: Two single beds.
• Bedroom 3: Single bed.
• Bathroom: Family bathroom with a shower over the bath, plus complimentary toiletries. A separate WC adds convenience for a full house.
• Outdoor space: Private paved courtyard at the rear, enclosed by fencing.
Location
Shirley is a settled suburb just west of Southampton, well placed for green space and the city both. St James` Park is a short walk off for its gardens, play area and community café, while Shirley High Street offers supermarkets, bakeries and a range of casual dining. Southampton Common sits a little further out for paths, a playground and a fishing lake, and The Cowherds pub on its edge is a good stop for a Sunday roast after a walk.
• St James` Park, 0.4 miles, 8 to 10 min walk, park
• Shirley High Street, 0.5 miles, 10 to 15 min walk, shopping and dining
• The Cowherds, 1.1 miles, 20 to 25 min walk, pub and restaurant
• Southampton Common, 1.2 miles, 25 to 30 min walk, park and nature reserve
• Mayflower Theatre, 1.6 miles, 35 to 40 min walk or 20 to 25 min by bus, theatre
• SeaCity Museum, 1.7 miles, 35 to 40 min walk or 20 to 25 min by bus, museum
• Westquay Shopping Centre, 2.1 miles, 25 to 30 min by bus, shopping and dining
• Tudor House and Garden, 2.4 miles, 30 to 35 min by bus, historic house
Good to Know Before You Book
The house is set over two floors, so the bedrooms and bathroom are reached by stairs. There is one family bathroom shared across all three bedrooms, with a separate WC on hand. Free on-street parking is available directly outside on this quiet Shirley road, with space for up to 2 cars, though this cannot be guaranteed. Check-in is self check-in via a keybox, with full instructions sent on the morning of arrival.
Wi-Fi Notice:
Please be aware that the property`s permanent Wi-Fi installation is currently awaiting completion. In the meantime, a temporary mobile Wi-Fi solution is being provided for guest use. We apologise for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.
Extra charges
Early check-in and late check-out can be arranged at £20 per hour, up to a maximum of 2 hours. This is subject to availability and can be requested after booking through a secure third-party platform.
Booking policy
Guests are not required to pay a security deposit for this stay, however, we reserve the right to charge up to £200 to the card on file in the case of any damage or excess mess. Please take care and tidy up after yourself during your stay.
Full payment is due 30 days before arrival and will be automatically charged to the card on file. If payment fails, it must be completed within 24 hours or the booking will be cancelled. Early payment is allowed; card fees up to 3 percent are non-refundable if cancelled.
Cancellation policy
Full refund if cancelled 30 or more days before arrival. Fifty percent refund if cancelled fourteen to thirty days before arrival. No refund if cancelled within fourteen days of arrival.
We`re glad to have you staying in Shirley, and happy to help you make the most of Southampton. Send a message with any questions before you book and we`ll get straight back to you.
Astra Stays Team
Self check-in via lockbox; full instructions will be sent on the day of arrival.
• No pets
• No parties or events
• No smoking anywhere on the property
Maximum 5 guests; the listed capacity is the absolute limit and includes any visitors.
Please treat the space with care and leave it tidy, as you would hope to find it.
Keys should be returned to the lockbox on departure, and quiet hours observed late at night out of respect for the neighbours.
Any questions before or during your stay, please send a message and I will be happy to help.
