The Portobello Pause
4 guests
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2 bedrooms, 3 beds
2.5 bathrooms
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Set within a quiet mews, this home channels grand English country style in the heart of Notting Hill – think gold leaf, marble tiles, and ornate fixtures. The space unfolds across three floors with a ground-floor bedroom and bathroom, while the living area and kitchen sit on the first floor, opening onto a balcony and large terrace. Upstairs, you'll find the second ensuite bedroom. You're perfectly placed to explore on foot: reach Portobello Road in ten and Kensington Gardens in fifteen, or hop on the nearby tube to zip across the rest of London.
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What to expect
Highlights
Wander the colourful streets and stalls of Portobello Market, just ten minutes away
Stroll through the leafy paths of Kensington Gardens
Wake up in bedrooms with grand country-house charm
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Home truths
This home is split across three floors with one ensuite bedroom and a guest WC on the ground floor, the kitchen and living room on the first floor and an ensuite bedroom on the top floor.
The ground floor bedroom can be made up as a double or as a twin bed on request.
Though there's a garage here, it's only suitable for compact vehicles.
About this stay
Amenities
Desk
Laptop friendly workspace
Wi-fi
Washing machine
Patio / terrace
TV
Dishwasher
Fridge
Bedrooms & bathrooms
2 bedrooms, 3 beds
2.5 bathrooms
Local guide
About Notting Hill
Notting Hill is much loved by residents and visitors alike and it's not hard to see why. Home to the famous Portobello Market and beautiful tree-lined streets of pastel coloured houses made famous by the eponymous film, nothing beats a stroll through the area on a crisp day. Good food, antiques shops and bars aplenty, you won't easily get bored in this part of town. Portobello Road itself does get...
Explore the area
Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts
Grab a Coffee from Farm Girl Café
Shiny blue tiles and a sunny courtyard, this is definitely a feel good café. Delicious, nutritious superfoods are on the menu but don’t let the healthiness put you off.
Start your day at Eggbreak
Prepare yourself for a higher level education on egg-based recipes. Try the pork belly brioche bap topped with a poached egg. Come early in your trip as you might want to repeat.
Have a pint at London’s most colourful pub
Literally covered from top to bottom in billowing flowers of every colour, it’s easy to forget that the Churchill Arms is also a great pub. Grab a pint & soak up almost 300 years of drinking history.
Try Top nosh at Granger & Co.
Aussie chef Bill Granger’s troops serve up superb food, wine, and coffees in this bustling corner location. Get there early to beat the morning queues and relish an epic brunch.
Eat Lunch at Maggie Jones
Step inside this charming, rustic restaurant in Kensington and instantly feel like you’re living it up in a countryside farmhouse as you savour one of the menu's many delicious, hearty dishes.
Marvel at Saint Sophia
This greek orthodox church is one of the most stunning structures in the area. Not visited that often but used as a regular shoot space for its lush interiors and beautiful artwork.
Play at the Diana Memorial Playground
What better tribute to the People's Princess than a playground where over a million children a year enjoy playing in this free space. For grown ups, there's a coffee bar just nearby.
A-spire-ational
Designed by Sir George Gilbert Scott - architect of the Albert Memorial - and built in 1872, this Victorian Gothic church has the tallest spire in London. Isaac Newton and anti-slave campaigner Willia
Enjoy a Quirky Experience at The Earl of Lonsdale
This laid-back Samuel Smith's tavern offers a comfortable and quirky lounge, a beer garden, and delicious food. With friendly service and affordable drinks, it's the perfect place to relax and enjoy a cold pint.
Skate, Dine or Bowl at Queens
Take your pick - London’s only permanent ice rink location also boasts state-of-the-art bowling lanes and west London’s only outpost of the cult-status burger joint MEATliquor.
Catch a Film at The Gate Picturehouse
Dating back to 1911, The Gate is a gorgeous single-screen cinema in the heart of Notting Hill.
Experience a night at The Coronet Theatre
This converted warehouse offers a cosy and intimate setting to enjoy contemporary dance, opera, and drama productions. Don't miss the unique candlelit bar here, too – we think it's the star of the show.
Get around
Airport
London City
1 hr 12 min
Heathrow
1 hr 1 min
London Gatwick
1 hr 53 min
Subway station
Notting Hill Gate
2 min
Train station
Paddington
23 min
Bus stop
Notting Hill Gate Station (Stop H)
2 min
Local shops & services
Supermarket
2 min
Cafe
2 min
Pharmacy
2 min
Points of interest
Town
Notting Hill
8 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
No pets
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 11:00
Departure before 10:00
Wifi
No air con
Cancellation policy
Up until
30
days
Cancel at least 30 days before your check-in date for a full refund.
Up until
7
days
Cancel at least 7 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 7 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Sandra
This home is managed by a business on behalf of its owner. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Sandra will make sure you have the most fabulous stay in London. She offers a completely tailored and bespoke service, ensuring that everything is taken care of seamlessly so you can sit back, relax and enjoy her period properties in the UK's capital.
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