4 guests
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2 bedrooms, 2 beds
2 bathrooms
+1 extra toilet
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A cute mews house between Bayswater and Paddington, Baloo embodies both the charm and the drawbacks that come from places of that style. The fact that it’s split over so many floors is a bit of a pain, but the mirror downstairs stops the living room from seeming too small, and stairs are just something that you have to live with in mews homes like this. Other than that, it’s a really sweet place that's close to the wonders of Hyde Park.
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What to expect
Highlights
A quaint mews setting
A shiny new kitchen
The cavernous en-suite bathroom
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Home truths
As the house is set over four floors, you've got to be ready for some stairs
The glass doors in the kitchen look directly onto the street outside, so people can see in too
When we visited, there were only two wine glasses
The bedroom on the top floor can get quite hot in the summer, and there's no air conditioning
About this stay
Amenities
Wi-fi
Washing machine
Dryer
TV
Dishwasher
Freezer
Iron
Bathtub
Bedrooms & bathrooms
2 bedrooms, 2 beds
2 bathrooms, 1 additional toilet
Extras
VIP services
Airport pick up
Baby sitting
Cab booking
Daily cleaning
Fridge fills
Laundry and dry cleaning
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About Bayswater
Nestled between Notting Hill and Hyde Park, Bayswater is a great base for exploring everything that Central London has to offer, yet maintains a tight-knit, neighbourhood feel which sets it apart from surrounding areas. Grand white stucco terraces and communal garden squares make up the majority of housing in the area, so architecture aficionados will be in for a treat. Large green spaces attract families and wealthy locals alike, who...
Explore the area
Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts
Stroll around Hyde Park
One of Europe's greatest inner city parks and just a short stroll away. This majestic park keeps the seasons and the beating heart of London with O2 and tradition. Walk, run, row, read, sit.
Explore the Serpentine Gallery
Free-entry art gallery in Hyde Park with calming pavilion, cafe, and beautiful exhibitions. Perfect for a peaceful break or educational visit. Highly recommended for art lovers and nature enthusiasts.
Take a break at Urban Meadow Cafe
Next to you and to Hyde Park you can stop at anytime for a flawless meal and a park view. The coffee is roasted in London and afternoon tea is a real treat.
Enjoy shish & shisha at Little Persia
This place is one of the many tasty Iranian cuisines in Queensway but here you can feast on beautifully slow-cooked koobideh and then follow it up with a shisha on the terrace.
Head to Halepi for comforting Greek food
Family owned and run since 1966, this Greek Taverna is a veritable institution. Fantastic prices and delicious, filling food. Treat yourself.
Go on a canal stroll to Little Venice
Peaceful canals, moored boats, tree-lined streets & waterside cafés offer the perfect setting to escape the city crowds for a quiet walk through one of London’s most scenic areas.
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.
Have a classy meal at Angelus
With its elegant Art-Nouveau interiors and serious clientele it will remind you of spy movies and secret meetings.
Bridges not walls
Designed by Knight Architects, the three-metre-wide cantilevered moving structure spans 20 metres across the head of the Basin, rising by means of hydraulic jacks.
Bear Beloved
Pack up your marmalade sandwiches and set off in search of London's most beloved Peruvian import - the statues are littered around Paddington Station!
Get around
Subway station
Paddington Station
7 min
Subway station
Lancaster Gate Station
7 min
Subway station
Bayswater Station
13 min
Train station
Marylebone Station
25 min
Subway station
Holborn Station
58 min
Bus stop
Lancaster Gate Columbia Hotel (Stop LE)
7 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 15:00
Departure before 11:00
Wifi speed: 20Mbps
No air con
Cancellation policy
Up until
24
hours
Cancel at least 24 hours before your check-in date for a full refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 24 hours away.
Host
This home is managed by Nikolina
This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. With years of experience in the hospitality sector, Nikolina is well versed to ensure you have everything at hand for a fantastic stay. Her homes are well vetted and always in a fantastic location too.
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