Great Marlborough Street, London W1

Light ripples throughout this sublime two-bedroom apartment in the heart of Soho. It spans some 1,532 sq ft, with an expansive open-plan living room and a private balcony. The finishes throughout are exemplary, and fittings and fixtures are of a high quality. There is an unparalleled selection of boutiques and restaurants nearby, along with illustrious cultural institutions and fine garden squares.



The Tour



The apartment lies in a handsome, traditional building on Great Marlborough Street. Entry is to a communal lobby, with stairs to the first floor and stairs/lift beyond. The lift opens directly to this third-floor apartment, with entry to a smart hall with plenty of storage and access to a neat WC.



From here is the open-plan living room. A marvellous space, it has a trio of curved sash windows set into an exaggerated bay. Oak floors run underfoot, and walls are painted simply, allowing art and furniture to take centre stage. There is a brilliant degree of flexibility, and enough room for delineated sitting and dining areas. On one side, concertina doors fold away to reveal a delightful study or smaller third bedroom.



The kitchen is to the rear, with sleek grey cabinets, stone worktops and a large island. Lutron lighting shines down from above, and all appliances (fridge, freezer, dishwasher and twin ovens) are from Siemens.



Both bedrooms are impeccably finished. The principal suite is especially impressive, with wide, floor-to-ceiling tilt-and-turn windows that open to a Juliet balcony. There is built-in storage on one side, and a pristine en suite on the other with a bath and a separate shower.



There is more storage in the second bedroom, and full-height glass doors to a private balcony, with ample room to sit outside with a morning coffee.



The Area



Great Marlborough Street is moments from Oxford and Regent streets, Chinatown, the West End and Covent Garden. Its superlative position brings much of central London within walking distance, and provides an unrivalled offering of places to eat and shop.



Nearby Koya draws a crowd for its signature Japanese Udon noodles, while modern American diner, Rita’s, is a go-to for natural wines and excellent cocktails. Members' club Quo Vadis is another local institution, with private dining rooms and a renowned restaurant offering seasonal British fare.



The Royal Opera House is nearby, as well as some of London’s best theatres, including the Lyric Theatre, the Apollo Theatre, the Gielgud Theatre and the Sondheim Theatre. Most of London’s cultural institutions are within easy reach, including The National Gallery, the British Museum, and the Royal Academy of Arts.



Transport connections are excellent: Piccadilly Circus, Oxford Circus, Leicester Square, Tottenham Court Road and Covent Garden stations are all nearby, and offer an almost comprehensive array of Underground lines, including the Elizabeth line, which provides easy access to Heathrow.



Tenure: Share of Freehold / Lease Length: Approx. 898 years remaining / Service Charge: Approx. £12,000 per annum / Ground Rent: Peppercorn / Council Tax Band: H