Campden Hill Gardens, London, W8

Tucked between classic townhouses on a peaceful tree-lined street, this five-storey home offers a masterclass in architectural elegance by Michaelis Boyd Associates, just moments from the vibrant heart of Notting Hill.

The hub of the home unfolds on the first floor with an open-plan kitchen, dining and reception room, crowned by a double-height ceiling. Here, proportions are palatial. A towering sash window floods the room with natural light, setting a gallery-like tone against crisp white walls. Floor-to-ceiling bookcases draw the eye upward, adding grandeur to the space, while warm hardwood flooring grounds the interiors with a sense of comfort.

At the rear, a streamlined, all-white kitchen continues the contemporary tone. Integrated Miele appliances, a Quooker boiling water tap and an EuroCave wine fridge speak to both form and function, making this a space built as much for entertaining as it is for everyday use. Overhead, a mezzanine level hosts a skylit study – secluded and designed for quiet focus. Below, a formal reception room awaits, along with a cloakroom and private terrace.

Descending to the lower ground floor, grand dimensions continue into the sleeping quarters where the principal bedroom suite embodies understated luxury. A decorative marble fireplace anchors the bedroom, which flows into a spacious dressing room and a striking bathroom complete with a Milano stone egg bath, rainfall shower and twin vanity.

Venturing further to the second lower ground floor, a guest bedroom suite is cleverly configured with a Murphy bed and full-height glazed doors opening to a private light well – an adaptable space ideal for visiting friends.

Found in a neighbourhood steeped in history and rich in culture, Campden Hill Gardens is on the doorstep to West London’s most community-focused surroundings. Pick up a coffee to go from LIFT, then venture to the verdant lawns of Kensington Gardens or Holland Park. Kensington High Street is a short walk away for shopping and grocery offerings. Wander down to Kensington Church Street for antiques browsing, or up into Notting Hill for eclectic stalls and a film at the Electric Cinema or The Gate Picturehouse. Complete the evening with fine dining at local favourites Kitchen W8, Clarke’s or Mazi.

Notting Hill Gate – 5 mins (Central, Circle and District)