The Fay Wray
4 guests
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3 bedrooms, 3 beds
3 bathrooms
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Housed in a former stable building in Southwark, this quirky home is full of characterful curiosities and charming original features – like the kitchen’s repurposed tie points once used for horses. With its high ceilings, A-frame windows and eclectic art featured in every room, you’ll have plenty to marvel at whether you’re in the large open living room or tucked away in the mezzanine bedroom. While the giant stuffed gorilla perched above the living space is an immediate eye-catcher, our favourite feature of this home has to be the rooftop terrace. Whether you start your mornings off here with a coffee or spend sunsets around its table and chairs over drinks, you’ll feel on top of the world in this secluded spot. When you’re not out sampling Borough Market’s international food stalls, visiting the towering Shard or admiring art at the Tate Modern – all within walking distance – enjoy a quiet hour or two in the study with a good book or kick back in the living room (under King Kong’s watchful eye) with a glass of wine and your favourite tunes on the Sonos sound system. Cook up dinner on the impressive Mercury range cooker, enjoy a final... tipple on the terrace, then finish the night off with a soak in the Jacuzzi tub.
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What to expect
Highlights
Marvel at The Shard, just over a ten-minute walk away
Gather together for drinks on the terrace
Relax in the living room while admiring the eclectic art
Run yourself a relaxing bubble bath after a day of sightseeing
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Home truths
Unfortunately, this home is not suitable for children, execpt babes in arms.
There's no door to the mezzanine bedroom – guests sleeping here might hear noise if others are in the living room.
This is a lived-in home with many of the owner's possessions on display – some of the drawers are not accessible to guests for this reason.
This home has plenty of stairs so is not suited for those with limited mobility.
There’s no parking here – Borough Station is a four-minute walk away.
This home has no hanging space for storage. Please note that there is no storage space in the first-floor bedroom. The downstairs bedroom has the most storage space and is intended to be shared.
The kitchen lacks basic cleaning supplies.
You’ll be required to sign a digital rental agreement from the host prior to your stay for security and insurance purposes. Your host will send this to you after your booking is confirmed.
The lead guest must be at least 25 years old to rent this home.
About this stay
Amenities
Desk
Desk / workplace
Wi-fi
Washing machine
Dryer
Garden
Balcony
Patio / terrace
Bedrooms & bathrooms
3 bedrooms, 3 beds
3 bathrooms
Extras
VIP services
Airport pick up
Daily cleaning
Fridge fills
Additional fees
Your host can arrange airport transfers, grocery deliveries, restaurant reservations and housekeeping, as well as other special extras on request, for an additional fee.
Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About Southwark
A honeypot for art enthusiasts and foodies alike, Southwark is home to some of London's most exciting cultural venues. Tate Modern and Borough Market are popular attractions here, and the two together make for an enjoyable afternoon on the town. Work up an appetite as you take in some of the world’s most impressive artworks, then indulge in a selection of its finest cuisines. If you prefer a sit-down culinary...
Explore the area
Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts
Grab a pint at the historical George Inn
Serving beer & ale to coach travellers and locals for over 400 years, the George still serves as good a pint as it did when Dickens used to frequent it. Today it also serves up hearty Sunday roasts.
Pass by Copperfield Gallery
Your neighbour ceilings peak at are more than 6.5 meters and sunlight streams through the roof windows. A small gallery with a lot to show.
Explore Mercato Metropolitano
A lively, massive market offering a range of international street fare from Italian to Vietnamese. Enjoy a pint of German beer and soak up the unique flair at the bar areas and biergardens.
Fire up your taste buds at Casa do Frango
Set in an airy brick space full of light and greenery, this new Southwark gem is a fab spot for tasting regional Algarvian dishes including the the star of the show, the ’frango’ peri peri chicken.
Indulge your sweet tooth at Where The Pancakes Are
A whole restaurant dedicated to pancakes, what more could you want? From the savoury to the sweet, the blueberry to the bacon and maple syrup, they have every option covered.
Queue for fresh pasta at Padella
The fresh pasta restaurant with notoriously long queues no matter the time - they won’t let you put your name down so you'll just have to wait outside.
Dine under the arches at Flat Iron Square
Visit this hub for drinking, dining and dancing in the shadow of The Shard. The outdoor space is host to a flea market on the weekend and there are so many delicious food options to choose from.
Have Breakfast at The Breakfast Club
The most important meal of the day should start at this all-day diner. Tuck in to their top-notch breakfast amongst 80's memorabilia.
Take. a stroll through Tabard Gardens
A tranquil residential park near London Bridge with large lawned spaces, sports fields, playground, outdoor gym, and a dog-free nature area.
Get around
Airport
London City
36 min
Heathrow
1 hr 10 min
London Gatwick
1 hr 44 min
Subway station
Borough
5 min
Train station
Elephant & Castle
13 min
Bus stop
Borough Station / Great Dover Street (Stop F)
6 min
Local shops & services
Convenience store
5 min
Cafe
3 min
Pharmacy
3 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
Not suitable for children under age 12
No pets
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 15:00
Departure before 10:00
Wifi
No air con
Cancellation policy
Up until
5
days
Cancel at least 5 days before your check-in date for a full refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 5 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Emma
This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Emma and her team are all about characterful homes, dedicated services and memorable stays. Their objective has always been to revolutionise the holiday experience and replace impersonal hotel rooms with stays in beautiful homes.
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