Old Brompton Road, London, SW5

There’s an inherent sense of peace to this stretch of South Kensington. Though just minutes away from a host of cafes, cocktail bars and restaurants, this redbrick terrace seems to step back from the bustle. The building itself is all classic period architecture – warm brick, arched windows and bay frontages. Inside, an airy apartment spans the third floor, crowned with a private terrace perched above it all.

A skylit landing serves a welcome first impression, a bright central hub around which the home unfolds. Through double doors, the reception room is considered in style: walls in slate grey sit well against cornicing and a white marble fireplace. A brown leather Chesterfield and dining table provide places to perch or congregate; built-in alcove shelves are primed to store paperbacks. The kitchen opens directly off this room, a practical set up with white shaker cabinetry and a granite worktop.

The roof terrace is the apartment’s standout offering – decked and substantial, it looks out over the treetops of South Kensington towards open sky. It’s large enough for a table, chairs and entertaining outdoors, with a gas barbecue in place.

Back indoors, the principal bedroom sits at the rear of the third floor, with tree-top views through a sash window and a wall of mirrored wardrobes. A stylish en suite serves this room, with a large bathtub and overhead shower. The second bedroom is calming in sage green, served by a shower room.

Location
Moments from vibrant institutions like the Victoria & Albert Museum and the Natural History Museum, a sense of peace prevails. Grab a coffee to go from HJEM before heading north for a stroll around Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park. Coveted local restaurants such as Margaux, Yashin Ocean House and Zuma are perfect for get-togethers. For shopping, there’s Kensington High Street to the north, Chelsea’s iconic Kings Road to the south and the upmarket department stores of Knightsbridge to the east. The Royal Albert Hall is nearby for evenings of entertainment, or head to The Troubadour for an evening of live music.

Gloucester Road - 8 mins
South Kensington - 12 mins