Description
Imagine a sea fort full of history, the sound of seagulls and crashing waves, views of yachts and a sunset engulfed by the sea. Imagine a family party, a celebration, a wedding reception or an incentive weekend in a unique and impressive venue a mile off the coast. The Napoleonic Fortress in the middle of the Solent is this place.
Originally designed to protect Portsmouth harbour from a French invasion, work started on Napoleonic Fortress in the 1860s, taking 17 years to complete. This venue will be the talk of the town and anyone attending an event here can't fail to be delighted and surprised at the pure drama of its unique setting. The sympathetic refurbishment has kept many of the original features such as the windows, the vaulted ceilings and the gun emplacements, and as a result guests will be treated to three floors of both history and luxury.
The conversion is impressive with a dedicated Champagne bar, a function room with incredible views, a Library, a gym, two rooftop sun-decks, a sauna, an open-air hot tub for 10 people and even a light house. In keeping with its private nature the Fort sleeps 18 in its 9 individually designed en suite bedrooms. Guests access the Fort by boat making it effectively a private island just two hours from London and close to Portsmouth and the Isle of Wight. There's no other venue like it – for a lasting impression, this is the place.
Rental Rates
At Napoleonic Fortress we can offer an exclusive use package for up to 18 guests staying overnight. This package is to include:
Exclusive use of the fort
• Boat transportation from and to Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth
• A dedicated Fort Captain, Executive Head Chef & Crew to look after you & your guests
• Welcome glass of Champagne
• VIP historical tour
• Full Fort Breakfast, buffet lunch 3 course gourmet dinner
• Full use of all facilities on board
• Entertainment & drinks packages available
• Bare board/dry hire available on a Bespoke Package
• 15% discount for extended stays
• 10% discount at Gunwharf Quays Designer Retail Outlet
*Please note that rental rates quoted online for this property are just a guide price. For an accurate quote, please contact our concierge team.
| Good news! This property is available as a Vill’otel |
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Yey! Wait… what is that?
It’s the perfect combo of the privacy of your own personal villa, with all the luxury and convenience of a hotel. What’s included?
Breakfast, cleaning, welcome drinks and hamper, plus more! Check the Extras tab for all the details. |
/n Security deposit /n £500 (Stag and hen parties - £1,000). This is paid on arrival and will be refunded in full after departure subject to damage inspection. /n Arrival time /n 16.00 /n Departure time /n 11.00 /n Energy costs included? /n Included. /n Linen & towels included? /n Included. /n Changeover day /n Any day of the week. /n Pets welcome? /n No pets allowed. /n End of stay cleaning included? /n Included. Please leave the property in the state that you found it. /n Smoking Allowed? /n No smoking in the property. /n Insurance /n It is recommended that all guests take out insurance to cover against potential cancellation and any accidental damage caused during your stay at the property. /n Other Ts and Cs /n Guests have to be 18 and over to visit the Fortress
