The Forum, Marlborough Road, SN3

The One: Serving Old Town views, daily. The Forum really said first impressions matter. Think: polished marble flooring, soft lighting and calm contemporary interiors create the kind of entrance that feels far more boutique hotel than apartment block - understated, elevated and instantly setting the tone for what’s upstairs.

Perfectly perched in the heart of Old Town, just minutes from Lawn Woods and overlooking the Locarno building, this beautifully finished two-bedroom apartment brings together iconic Old Town views, elevated interiors and an open-plan layout that was basically made for hosting.

Natural light floods the space all day long, bouncing off soft neutral tones, warm textures and contemporary finishes that make the whole apartment feel calm, airy and seriously easy to fall a little bit in love with.

And then there’s the kitchen. Honestly? It’s giving “everyone ends up gathered around the island” energy. Unlike the usual afterthought apartment kitchen setup, this one completely owns the space. A huge statement island sits right at the centre with built-in electric hob and sleek ceiling extractor, while bespoke German cabinetry, integrated microwave, oven and seamless finishes keep everything looking ridiculously clean and expensive. Coffee-first mornings. Wine-and-tapas nights. Friends saying “okay wait… this is stunning” the second they walk in.

The living and dining space feels bright and sociable throughout the day, while both double bedrooms frame iconic rooftop views across Old Town and come complete with their own sleek en-suites.

And the bathrooms? Properly good-looking. Honeycomb flooring, oversized rainfall shower heads, designer towel radiators, marble effect tiles and vanity storage all keep the vibe very boutique-hotel-coded from start to finish.

Then there’s the location itself. Morning walks through Lawn Woods or Old Town gardens. Coffee runs that turn into brunch at Gusto's. The best Chinese food in town at Rendezvous. Independent cafés and shops (hi, Berts), wine bars and all the little spots that make Old Town feel like Old Town - all within walking distance.

And while this apartment doesn’t come with allocated parking, excellent transport links nearby make life feel just as effortless as the apartment itself. The Forum has also been designed around modern living properly too, with secure entry systems, lift access, beautifully finished communal spaces and impressive energy-efficiency credentials throughout.

Not just somewhere to live. Somewhere your friends suddenly want to come over all the time and with 963Sq ft, there’s lots of room for them too.

Parking: Not available with apartment but paid-for options can be available.

EPC: C