Leinster Mews, London, W2

Nestled between grand facades on Leinster Terrace, a cobbled lane rolls out where little interrupts the calm. Designed by architects McLean Quinlan, the house holds its own at the end of the row – a façade finished with consideration, like the three floors within.

Beyond the entrance, the lower floor is given over to leisure. A dedicated cinema room – carpeted, and set up for viewing – sits alongside a mirror-backed gym and a quiet study. An integrated garage has space for two cars; a platform lift allows heavy deliveries or shopping to be transported seamlessly between levels.

An oak staircase climbs to the upper floors, its bespoke Corian handrail catching the daylight from above. At the top, the house saves its best. The kitchen and dining room unfurl under a skylight that tracks the length of the kitchen, drawn together with bespoke oak cabinetry and a flamed-granite island. The appliances are considered throughout – Gaggenau, Miele, Liebherr – with a filtered tap for still, sparkling and boiling water. The living space shares the floor, with glazed doors that fold back onto the roof terrace. Here, a log-burner and comfortable seating make a picturesque setting in the open air.

The four bedrooms occupy the level between, each with bespoke wardrobes. The principal suite is the most generous, its en suite centred on a freestanding stone bath and a dressing area discreetly tucked away. A guest room lies opposite with an en suite bathroom and terrace access, while two further bedrooms share a family bathroom.

Location
Leinster Mews sits moments from Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens, the Italian Gardens and the Serpentine a short walk south. Queensway and Westbourne Grove handle the everyday – grocers, coffee and restaurants all close at hand – while the redeveloped Whiteley, home to the UK’s first Six Senses spa, is minutes from the door. Psycle or 1Rebel are your go to for invigorating workouts, followed by brunch at Beam. End the day with dinner at The Park and drinks at Sol’s.

Queensway – 7 mins
Bayswater – 9 mins
Paddington – 12 mins