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Kraken House * Enchanting Townhouse * Free Parking * Oxford Street

Holiday home with kitchen, near Southampton Cruise Terminal

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, books
Smart TV, books
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Step into Kraken House, a 2-bedroom terraced town house with a rich maritime history. Discover unusual furnishings and mysterious maritime folklore throughout this Grade II listed building. Enjoy the cozy lounge with Netflix and Amazon Prime Video on the 65-inch flat-screen smart TV or relax in your own private garden.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Kraken House * Enchanting Townhouse * Free Parking * Oxford Street

Kraken House is steeped in maritime mystery and was thought to have modestly housed many merchant ship Captains. The very walls echo the stories told by the returning seafarers, of the mysteries and the monsters that lurk in the ocean depths.

Constructed in 1834 by Oxford University, the property is a Grade II listing building.

Situated just by fashionable Oxford Street, metres from dozens of cafes/bars. Minutes from Ocean Village, West Quay, Docks, and the City Centre.
The space
Grade II listed, 2 Bedroom Terraced Town House, located just a few steps away from restaurants, pubs, cafes and walking distance from West Quay shopping centre, Ocean Village and the Docks.

Kraken House has very unusual furnishings that adorn every wall. Mysterious maritime folklore and fascinating features throughout the property

* Dinning Area (Ground Floor)
Large dining table for 6.

* Kitchen (Ground Floor)
Well equipped kitchen. Kitchen appliances include electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer and coffee machine.

* Lounge (1st Floor)
Cosy and comfy lounge with 65inch flat screen smart TV with Netflix, Amazon Prime Video.
Bay window seating area.
Double Day bed.

* Bathroom no 1 (1st Floor)
Large bathroom with free standing bath.

* Bathroom no 2 (1st Floor)
Shower room with basin and loo.

* Bedrooms (2nd floor)
Lovely restful spaces with comfortable beds.

Bedroom #1
Super King Size Four Poster Bed
TV with Netflix, Amazon Prime Video

Bedroom #2
King Size Bed joined or separated into Twin Beds
TV with Netflix, Amazon Prime Video

☀Garden ☀
Private and fenced garden.

* Parking
Dedicated parking space for 1 car.
Additional paid- parking is available on the street.
Additional parking on street or car park opposite building

* Guest access
Entire House is accessible to guests.
Everything provided in the house is for guests to use.

(Double Day Bed in Lounge and bed linen is available when more than 4 guests booked)

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,076 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Kraken House is suitable up to 6 guests at any time due to insurance and licence. NO outside visitors or overnight guests without first asking host.
Kraken House is NOT suitable for any kind of parties, celebrations or events like Hen/ Stag Parties, Birthdays, etc.
Breaking House Rules may lead to immediate cancellation of booking without refund.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Map
Southampton, England

What's nearby

  • Southampton Maritime Museum - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ocean Village Marina - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mayflower Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • WestQuay Shopping Centre - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • St. Mary's Stadium - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Southampton Woolston Station - 18 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Room2 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The White Star Tavern - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Grapes - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The London Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chennai Longue - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Kraken House * Enchanting Townhouse * Free Parking * Oxford Street pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Kraken House * Enchanting Townhouse * Free Parking * Oxford Street?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Kraken House * Enchanting Townhouse * Free Parking * Oxford Street?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kraken House * Enchanting Townhouse * Free Parking * Oxford Street?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kraken House * Enchanting Townhouse * Free Parking * Oxford Street located?

Located in Southampton City Centre, this holiday home is steps from Genting Casino and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Southampton Cruise Terminal. Solent Sky Museum and Tudor House and Garden are also within 10 minutes. Southampton Woolston Station is 18 minutes by foot and Southampton Central Station is 24 minutes.

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Kraken House * Enchanting Townhouse * Free Parking * Oxford Street Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charlie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible location and history of a town that is so much more than just from where the Titanic launched. Great hosts and loved being there!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025