Larden Hall Apartments, London W3

This two-bedroom apartment lies minutes from a leafy expanse of Acton Park. Its current architect-owner designed the space to revolve around a bright open-plan living space that extends to a generous wraparound balcony. Shepherd's Bush and Chiswick can be reached on foot, while Acton High Street and Acton Central stations are both 10 minutes' walk away and provide connections across the city.



The Tour



Set on a quiet residential street, the contemporary building is fronted by neat hedging and entered through a glazed doorway that opens into a well-maintained ground-floor lobby lined with Arte wallpaper. The apartment is positioned on the first floor and is accessible by both lift and stairs, with the entrance tucked discreetly behind the lift shaft for added privacy.



In the hallway, delicate mauve slub silk wallpaper by de Gournay lines the walls. Oak floorboards with integrated underfloor heating begin here and continue throughout. Bespoke double doors in black-stained birch, finished with Haute Deco Lucite Blue handles, offer elegant concealed storage and utility area while high-level glazing draws in soft natural light. Custom roman blinds in a Dedar fabric frame the windows and give softness to the corridor.



This entrance sets the tone for what follows: throughout the apartment, the interiors unfold in a harmonious palette of pastels and bold tones, refined materials, beautifully crafted joinery and bespoke lighting.



The rear living area is arranged into kitchen, dining and lounging zones. To the left lies a dual-aspect sitting room, illuminated by floor-to-ceiling glazing on two sides, with a door opening onto the wraparound balcony. At the opposite end is the kitchen, fitted with bespoke timber cabinetry, marble worktops and powder-blue splashback tiles from Bert and May. Integrated Bosch appliances include an induction hob and oven, a dishwasher and a fridge-freezer. Custom linen curtains from Yarn Collective dress the windows.



The double bedrooms are airy and spacious, each unique yet unified by the uplifting colour palette, again featuring de Gournay silk wallpaper. Wall-to-wall headboards upholstered in Dedar fabrics create an elevated backdrop. Full-height wardrobes provide generous storage, while floor-to-ceiling aluminium windows bathe the rooms in natural light. Custom single-stack curtains in a Dedar satin linen add softness and colour.



Across the hallway sits a well-appointed bathroom, fitted with a large shower over the bath, mirrored cabinetry, polished-chrome Axor accessories and an undersink storage unit by Ferm Living.



Outdoor Space



A private wraparound balcony unfolds from the reception area, extending the apartment's footprint in the warmer months.



Residents have access to secure bike storage, as well as permit parking (available via Ealing Council).



The Area



Larden Hall Apartments lies between Acton and Shepherd's Bush. Acton High Street, with its array of shops and cafés, is a 10-minute walk from the house; the green expanse of Acton Park is minutes away and is home to a skatepark and outdoor gym. Churchfield Road is also near and has an excellent variety of independent shops and cafés. Westfield shopping centre is also within easy reach.



Chiswick is a 20-minute stroll to the south; its High Road and Turnham Green Terrace are lined with parades of boutiques, restaurants and cafés, including Chief Coffee and High Road House as well as Chiswick Cinema. The Duke of Sussex and the Swan pub are loved by locals.



Around a half-hour walk eastwards is lively Shepherd's Bush Market, along with grassroots music venue Bush Hall and renowned Bush Theatre. Television Centre, independent restaurants such as Kricket and Soho House members’ club, White City House, are all in easy walking distance.



Acton Central station (Mildmay line) is a 10-minute walk from the house, while East Acton underground station (Central) is a 20-minute walk. The area is also well-served by buses. Heathrow Airport can be reached in approximately 40 minutes by car or public transport via the Elizabeth line from Ealing.



Tenure: Share of freehold / Lease Length: approx. 997 years remaining / Service Charge: Approx. £2,014 per annum / Ground Rent: N/A / Council Tax Band: D