Sloane Gardens, London, SW1W

n the heart of Chelsea, Sloane Gardens has a real sense of quietude – belying its fantastic proximity to the Kings Road and Sloane Square with its vibrant offerings. Spread across the ground and lower ground of a classic redbrick townhouse, this three-bedroom duplex apartment makes a feature of its heritage framework with considered, contemporary design.

Step into a double open-plan reception and dining room, introduced with pale wood floors and soaring ceilings. A series of sash windows illuminates the space, while a pair of contemporary glass chandeliers cast a warm glow as daylight fades. At one end, a large L-shaped sofa is oriented to a fireplace and television; at the other, a sleek dining table seats six.

Next door, the kitchen is a minimalist and modern affair, with marble worktops, handless cabinetry and a breakfast bar – all brightly lit through a large sash window. To make the most of London’s warmer months, there’s a private terrace, as well as access to verdant communal gardens.

On the lower-ground floor, the principal bedroom suite maintains the home’s pared-back interior aesthetic. Wood floors run underneath, pale walls stretch up to intricate ceiling cornicing, and a row of refined full-height wardrobes offer plenty of storage. The en suite bathroom features a dual vanity and large freestanding bathtub. Also on this level, a guest bedroom suite has a thoroughly tranquil feel, served by a bathroom wrapped in sandy-toned tiles. Back on the ground floor, the third bedroom is all neutral tones and abundant sunlight – courtesy of three sash windows – with a dedicated desk area carved into an arched recess.

Location
The best of Chelsea unfolds just beyond the front door. Begin the day with a vinyasa flow at Triyoga, followed by brunch at Bluebird, before exploring the independent boutiques and longstanding names along the King’s Road. Pavilion Road is close by for organic produce and artisanal food, while the Saatchi Gallery offers a dose of contemporary art. The neighbourhood comes into its own each spring during the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, when its streets are transformed by floral displays; year-round, florists including The Flower Stand and Chelsea Wild offer their own take on the area’s horticultural heritage. Fine dining is equally well represented, from Italian restaurant Ziani – co-founded by a direct descendant of a Venetian Doge – to Michelin-starred The Five Fields and Claude Bosi at Bibendum, housed within the iconic Michelin Building

Sloane Square (Circle, District) - 4 mins