Portugal Street, London, WC2A

Harvey W James is pleased to present this Luxury Two bedroom, Two bathroom apartment in Lincoln Square, Lincoln's Inn Fields WC2 by Lodha Group. Finished to an impeccable standard, apartments benefit from engineered timber floors to the reception room and principal bedroom, stone worktop surfaces in the kitchen with integrated Miele appliances and polished limestone bathrooms

The development offers 24-hour concierge, security, landscaped gardens and resident amenities including a swimming pool, private cinema room, gym, spa, snooker room, games room and meeting rooms.

The surrounding area is a calm and quiet sanctuary, surrounded by academic, legal and cultural institutions, whilst also offering easy access to the cultural hub of Covent Garden WC2

Lincoln Square provides a unique opportunity to own a beautiful residence in one of London’s finest neighbourhoods. Lincoln Square features London’s unparalleled residential amenities space of 17,000 sq ft (1,600 sq m) by world-class designer Patricia Urquiola.

The central courtyard garden provides privacy and peace in 6,000 sq ft (557 sq m) of greenery designed by award-winning landscapers Gustafson Porter + Bowman. Lincoln Square overlooks the LSE library, the former Land Registry Building, New Square Chambers and the Royal Courts of Justice opened by Queen Victoria in 1882.

The views of St Paul’s Cathedral, the Shard and the Gherkin showcase the glorious London skyline. A stroll away from the River Thames, this luxurious development of apartments is uniquely positioned between vibrant Covent Garden and the City.

The surrounding streets with rich and colourful history have inspired the greatest British writers including Shakespeare, Dickens who was a resident of the area – and Pepys. Combined with the Royal Opera House and a plethora of West End theatres, this is London’s literary and intellectual heart. A huge range of memorable restaurants such as Balthazar, Spring at Somerset House, Holborn Dining Room at the Rosewood Hotel and The Delaunay serve the area with many fine-dining opportunities.

The Property

• Built 2019

• Sqm2: 96

• Lincoln Square

• 2nd Floor

• Lift Access: Yes

• Furnished

• Private Balcony

• Screening Room

• No Parking

• Leisure Facilities

• High speed 1GB enabled HyperOptic broadband available (subject to connection)

• Estimated Decoration Condition/Age: Less than 3 years old - General / Minor Marks / Stains

Room Information

• Entrance Hall - Underfloor heating Large format porcelain tile to the hallway, living areas and kitchen, underfloor heating, video entry system, Freestanding combined washer/dryer within utility cupboard

• Kitchen / Living /Diner – 8.90m (29'3ft) x 3.7m (12'2ft) - Underfloor heating Premium grade engineered timber flooring living area, curtains, Large format porcelain tile in kitchen, Juliet Balcony, Curtains, Two seater Sofa, coffee table TV stand, Lamp, table and four chairs. Integrated Miele fridge/freezer, Integrated Miele multi-function dishwasher, Integrated Miele multi-function electric combination microwave oven, Integrated Miele 4-ring induction hob

• Master Bedroom – 7.06m (23’2ft) x 3.7m(12’9ft) - Underfloor heating Premium grade engineered timber flooring master bedroom, Timber veneered master wardrobes with internal fittings, drawers, hanging rail and automatic lighting, Double bed and Side tables

• Ensuite One - 2.74 (9’0ft) x 2.37m(7’9ft) – Underfloor heating, Bathtub, Basin, Mirror Cabinet and Toilet.

• Shower area - 0.96m (3’2ft) x 0.91m(3’0ft) – Shower

• Bedroom Two – 5.85m(19’2ft) x 3.67m(12’00ft) – Underfloor heating High quality 100% wool carpet, wardrobes in satin finish lacquer with a laminate carcass and automatically operated lighting, Juliet Balcony, Double bed and Side tables

• Ensuite Two – 2.05m(6’9ft) x 1.45m(4’9ft) - Underfloor heating, Standing Shower, Basin, Mirror Cabinet and Toilet

• Shower area - 2.05m(6’9ft) x 0.95m(3’1ft) – Shower

• Separate WC –1.14m(3’9ft) x 1.13m(3’8ft) - Underfloor heating - Basin, Mirror Cabinet and Toilet

Leisure

• Just a ten-minute walk from Lincoln Square, the cobblestones of Covent Garden with its historic market square, world-famous opera house and endless places to shop, eat and drink makes it one of Londoners' favourite leisure spots. Luxury boutiques include Chanel, Dior, Tom Ford and many more. While the finest restaurants such as Frenchie and Petersham are set along with Michelin-starred chef institutions like Café Murano by Angela Hartnett Lincoln Square is adjacent to the Royal Court of Justice and a short walk from 50 barristers’ chambers and London’s four prestigious Inns of Court, which have been nurturing young legal minds since the 14th Century. Many international firms recruiting the brightest young talents have set up their headquarters here too, including Deloitte and Freshfields, major banks and financial services companies such as Coutts, Goldman Sachs and Merrill Lynch.

Schools

• Lincoln Square sits within walking distance of many of London’s finest and oldest educational institutions. London School of Economics is located just on the doorstep of Lincoln Square. King’s College London, the fourth oldest university in the UK is just five minutes away, whilst University College London in Bloomsbury is within 20 minutes from Lincoln Square. A number of London’s best primary and secondary schools such as St Paul’s Cathedral School, and City of London School for Boys and Girls are also within easy walking distance.

Transport

• Located on a rare island site, adjacent to the London School of Economics, Lincoln Square also has views of the adjacent Royal Courts of Justice, New Court Chambers and Lincoln’s Inn Fields. Within close proximity of the West End, you are only minutes away from the bars, restaurants, boutique shops and various central transport links.

  • Temple Underground Station (District Line) - 0.4 miles

  • Chancery Lane Underground Station (Central line) - 0.3 miles

  • Temple Underground Station (District Line) - 0.4 miles

  • Holborn Underground Station (Central and Piccadilly lines) - 0.5 miles

  • Covent Garden Underground Station (Piccadilly line) - 0.6 miles

Cost and Fees

• Move-in cost – Traditional Method: £6,500.00 (Rent in advance) + £7,500.00 (5 Weeks Security Deposit) = £14,000.00 (Total move-in cost)

• Move-in cost – Reposit No Deposit Method: £6,500.00 (Rent in advance) + £1,500.00 (1 Week) = £8,000.00 (Total move-in cost)

• Council Tax – City of Westminster: G - £1695.30. This may be exempt if all parties are students or a discount is applied accordingly.

• Contract Term: 12 Months (minimum term) 1 Month rent in advance & 5 Weeks security deposit

Affordability Conditions

• Annual Household Income Required: £195,000 - Tenant/s or £234,000 - Guarantor

• Rent upfront: Accepted

• Guarantor/s: Accepted

• Calculation based on 2.5 x Tenant or 3x Guarantor, Annual income

Services Included in Rent

• 1 Keyset available per tenant

• 24-hour concierge

• Landscaped gardens

• Resident amenities (including swimming pool, private cinema room, gym, spa, snooker room, games room and meeting rooms)

Utilities & Other Information

• EPC Rating: B

• Utility Meters: Electric, Heat & Water

• Smart Meters: Yes

• Heating System: Communal

• 1 Keyset for Management held by: Concierge

• No Smoking

• Zero Deposit Available

• Landlord to meet prospective tenant/s: No

Property Licence / Restrictions:

• Maximum of 4 occupants for a single household or a maximum of 2 occupants for two separate households.

• Airbnb / Short-term rental: Not permitted within this development, long-term contracts only

Deposit Information

• This property is available with Reposit's No Deposit solution, so you won’t have to pay a security deposit. Instead, you would pay a small check-in fee of one week’s rent – significantly less than a five-week deposit. This fee is non-refundable and is not a deposit so can not be used towards covering the cost of any future damages that might occur.

• Holding deposit Prospective applicants will be required to pay a Holding Deposit equivalent to a maximum of 1 weeks rent. Once the holding deposit has been received, Harvey W James will suspend marketing of the rental property for a period of 15 calendar days subject to referencing commencing promptly. Upon successful references being completed, acceptable and the tenancy being confirmed by Harvey W James, the holding deposit paid will then contribute towards the first months rental payment.

Property Notices

• Please note that we have not tested any equipment, fixtures, fittings, or services in the property. All measurements are approximate and the provided photographs are only for guidance. If you offer based solely on a virtual viewing, Harvey W James is not responsible for any inaccuracies in the information provided. If you decide to make an offer, any representations made may be based on virtual information provided by the Landlord or the Landlord's agent. If you have any doubts or concerns, it is recommended that you make additional enquiries before signing the tenancy agreement.

Important Notices

At Harvey W. James, we are dedicated to delivering an unmatched letting experience through a seamless blend of top-tier partnerships and cutting-edge technology. Our comprehensive CRM system powered by Street not only oversees property viewings and handles maintenance and repairs compliance, but it also ensures all processes can be conducted contactlessly, including digital signings. By integrating services such as Goodlord for tenant applications and referencing, and Credas for Right to Rent checks, we facilitate a completely online, hassle-free rental journey. Our use of technology extends to property inventory management via Urban Fox Inventories  and streamlined rent collection through Goodlord and Lettspay, offering you a fully digital, smooth, and exceptional rental experience from start to finish. Choosing Harvey W. James signifies a commitment to a rental experience that is outstandingly seamless from start to finish.

• CRM: Street.co.uk

• Property Viewings carried out by: Harvey W James & viewber.co.uk

• Applications, Referencing & Right to Rent Checks – Goodlord.co

• Property Inventory, Mid-Term Inspections & Checkout by: urbanfoxinventories.co.uk

• Tenancy Deposit Scheme by: TDS or DPS - Custodial Services Only

• No Deposit Renting by: Reposit.co.uk

• Rent Collection Platform by: Goodlord.co

• Payment Processing by: Lettspay.co.uk

• Property Maintenance Service by: Solace Management

• Utilities Management: Harvey W James & Goodlord.co

• Tenancy Deposit: Harvey W James & Tenancy Deposit Scheme Provider

Harvey W James LTD (Ref:C0130307) is accredited by Propertymark (ARLA) and protected by Client Money Protection. It is also a member of the Property Address Scheme (Ref: PRS010914).

Harvey W James letting agents offer a bespoke, professional Propertymark ARLA accredited Lettings & Management service. If you would like a free appraisal to gauge the rental potential of your property or you are considering a buy-to-let purchase, please feel free to contact Harvey Juttla, Director to arrange an appointment.

EPC Rating: B