Milliner Marvel
7 guests
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4 bedrooms, 4 beds
3 bathrooms
+1 extra toilet
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You’ll be tipping your hat to this wonderful stay – once home to one of Kensington’s finest milliners, this unique building is now the perfect family townhouse set across five floors. It’s also got an envy-inducing location – right between the two green spaces of Holland Park and Kensington Gardens, you need only stretch your legs for all of six minutes before you hit the perfect picnicking spot. A quick five minutes' walk from the boutiques, bars, and restaurants of Kensington High Street, you'll be right next to the city's action and well-connected to the rest of London by tube from High Street Kensington station. Despite this oh-so-central location, we love how peaceful the space feels. With its elegant furnishings and bold paintings, it's certainly somewhere we'd want to hang up our hat at the end of a long day. The main living area benefits from large sash windows that nearly reach the high ceilings, creating a bright and unencumbered place to lounge. The kitchen cabinetry warms the otherwise white space with its honey-hued wood, and there’s room for a home-cooked meal at the mid-century modern dining room set. With four bedrooms to choose from, there’s plenty of space for... the whole family – or friends – although we do think there’ll be some competition for that master suite on the top floor, complete with a mint green roll top bathtub and a view of the city’s roofs. Please note all stays of 8 nights or more include complimentary weekly cleaning, linen changes and replenishment of toiletries.
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What to expect
Highlights
Take a stroll through the neighbourhood – you’re a quick walk from Kensington Gardens
Host a dinner party around the mid-century modern dining table
Relax and unwind in the rolltop bathtub in the ensuite master bathroom
Enjoy evening drinks and morning coffees out in the peaceful courtyard
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Home truths
This home is spread over five floors with no lift
There is parking on request at this home, which if available can be pre-arranged with your host
There’s no permanent storage in the double bedroom, but a collapsible wardrobe and a hanging rail can be made available for your stay
The fireplace is strictly ornamental
There's A/C in the kitchen and dining room only – between June and September, we'll place fans in all other bedrooms. Please let your host know if you'd like fans outside of the summer
To stay at this home, the guest making the reservation must be at least 25 years old
If your check in is within 24-72 hours then the check-in time cannot be guaranteed
This host requires a security deposit on a credit card
About this stay
Amenities
Wi-fi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Washing machine
Dryer
Garden
Balcony
TV
Bedrooms & bathrooms
4 bedrooms, 4 beds
3 bathrooms, 1 additional toilet
Extras
VIP services
Airport pick up
Arrange a chef
Baby sitting
Daily cleaning
Fridge fills
Massage
Restaurant reservations
Tickets and experience booking
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About Kensington
Affluent and incredibly central, Kensington is a great base for exploring London on foot. Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park are on your doorstep and so are the Victoria and Albert, Science, and Natural History Museums. The streets are attractive and well maintained (grand, white stucco facades aplenty) and your neighbours will be a wealthy, conservative set. Lots of positives but probably not the place to let your hair down.
Explore the area
Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts

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.

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.

Get your groceries at Whole Foods Market
This American, eco-minded health foods supermarket is located a short walk away by High Street Kensington station. Perfect for stocking up your kitchen with groceries for your stay.

Visit the new Design Museum
The new kid in town has been a much-awaited opening. Now free for all with its permanent exhibition, there is no excuse not to pop inside this modern beauty.

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

Dine at The Ivy Kensington Brasserie
An urbane, neighbourhood-style brasserie offering accessible Modern British eats. Enjoy great vegetarian options, lovely tea, and fabulous service. Avoid the pancakes though!

Eat Incredible Indian food at Dishoom
Inspired by Kyani & Co, an Irani bakery in Bombay, India. Dishoom brings the bustling Bombay café vibe to the UK serving London’s best Indian street food.

Discovery traditional craftsmanship at Japan House
If you fancy a trip to Japan but are not keen on the long haul flight, everything from the tiles to the food (cooked up by renowned chef Shimizu Akira) will have its roots there - and no jet lag.

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.

Explore the tranquil beauty of Holland Park
Holland Park is a beautiful and tranquil park in the heart of London, boasting a variety of gardens, playgrounds, sports facilities, and a Japanese Garden. It's the perfect spot to relax, have a picnic, or play sports amidst vibrant nature.
Get around
Airport
London City
54 min
Heathrow
40 min
London Gatwick
1 hr 48 min
Subway station
High Street Kensington
6 min
Train station
Kensington
8 min
Bus stop
Kensington Fire Station
6 min
Local shops & services
Convenience store
4 min
Cafe
3 min
Pharmacy
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 16:00
Departure before 11:00
Air con
Wifi
Cancellation policy
Up until
14
days
Cancel at least 14 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 14 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Florence
This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Florence and her team offer handmade hospitality for some of the most beautiful homes in the city. All their homes are made with love and labour, crafted and cared for by their owners. As far as hosts come, you can't get more premium and attentive than this.
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