Victoria Gardens, Kensington, London, W11, United Kingdom

Victoria Gardens is one of Notting Hill’s most distinctive addresses, and this restored townhouse makes the most of it. The house has been carefully returned to its original elegance, with period features reinstated and modern details introduced in a way that feels natural, not imposed.

Sash windows rebuilt, stucco detailing recut, iron railings put back where they once were. Against that backdrop of history, new elements; Crittall glazing, underfloor heating, contemporary lighting, all sit comfortably without intruding.

Inside, the restoration continues. The formal sitting and dining rooms are divided by French doors, with original cornicing and a marble fireplace giving weight to the space. A plaster lighting scheme adds a sculptural edge. Below, a media room and library bar - fitted with marble counters and a concealed wet room - lend themselves to family life as easily as evening gatherings.

The kitchen is the true centre of the house. Carrara marble, a Lacanche oven and cabochon stone floors create a setting that is both practical and robust. Joinery runs full-height, pantries double up for storage, and a small coffee nook is tucked in with care.

The lower ground floor has been rebuilt with new foundations and three-metre ceilings. A guest suite lined with bespoke joinery, marble bathrooms in Calacatta Oro and Viola, and limestone-paved courtyards bring both scale and light to this level. An additional room offers flexibility - gym, study, studio.

Upstairs, the principal bedroom carries its own marble bathroom. Two further bedrooms, a family bathroom and a study or nursery complete the upper floor. New wool carpets and a re-made staircase underscore the sense of renewal.

What makes the restoration remarkable is the attention to detail: brassware chosen to age with use, joinery from local makers, paintwork finished in muted tones from Farrow & Ball and Coat. Security and comfort have been considered just as closely, with Banham locks, pre-wired alarm systems, and heating laid discreetly under every floor.

The setting speaks for itself. Holland Park is on the doorstep with its Kyoto Garden and tennis courts; Clarendon Cross and Ledbury Road are close for daily essentials; The Ledbury and Core by Clare Smyth for evenings out. Portobello Road and Westbourne Grove add their own energy, while Holland Park station connects easily to the West End and the City.