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Light and airy apartment close to museums

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 458 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor space

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London, ENG
  • Place, Cromwell Road
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Kensington High Street
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Kensington Gardens
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪51 min drive‬

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About this property

Light and airy apartment close to museums

This light and airy two-bedroom basement apartment is in the heart of South Kensington. Thoughtfully laid out and filled with natural light, it’s a calm and comfortable base in one of London’s most sought-after neighbourhoods.

Just moments from the world-famous V&A, Natural History and Science Museums, the apartment is perfectly positioned for culture, sightseeing and excellent transport links. Gloucester Road is a short stroll away, offering a vibrant selection of cafés, bars and restaurants.

Cornwall Gardens is a beautiful South Kensington address, renowned for its grand Victorian architecture and timeless charm.

The apartment is an excellent base for exploring London, with many major attractions within walking distance. Gloucester Road Underground station is nearby and offers excellent connectivity via the Piccadilly, Circle and District lines.

Inside, the property features two comfortable double bedrooms, a large rain shower, and a compact, well-equipped kitchen. The light and airy living area provides a relaxing space to unwind after a day of exploring.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of this apartment's walkable location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Kensington High Street. Enjoy features like laundry facilities. The apartment offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The apartment offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and a Smart TV
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Kensington High Street and Imperial College London
As a guest of this apartment, you'll find a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This London apartment is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Car available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 620 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

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Light and airy apartment close to museums Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 185 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 185 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 185 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 185 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 185 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Tahnee M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Arin O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and space to stay in. Everything was great in the apartment.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Ruthann L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Location is perfect
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were visiting for my daughter’s graduation and this flat was the perfect place to stay. It was clean, warm and inviting! The location can’t be beat! Centrally located and so close to the tube. It was so nice after a long day to come back to the flat to relax and get a good night’s sleep. The beds are comfortable and the flat size was perfect for our family of four. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Barry W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Flat very nice but quirky in a number of ways.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Traci V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Super fun neighborhood. Very comfortable apartment.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Desmond F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely apartment, great area, just a short walk from the tube station, close to Kensington High Street and Brompton Road where there’s great restaurants, pubs and shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Pete S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about this rental was top notch! A well-equipped, clean and cozy flat. The skylights gave us natural light, and host Julie was most helpful and accommodating! The location was convenient with easy access to top attractions, yet letting us feel like local Kensington dwellers. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kay M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was everything. This property worked great for my niece and myself.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cecelia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location!

Fabulous location!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Allyn L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

I wanted to stay in Kensington/Chelsea for access to Central London without the hubbub, and this was perfect for that.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Bridgett N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Close to the subway and store.The flat is a basement and has steep stairs.Furniture and rugs in the bathroom could be updated. Julie communicated quickly with us.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We actually didn’t cook while there but used the microwave to reheat and the fridge to store food. We washed dishes by hand but a dishwasher was available.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

David B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Great location on a beautiful street. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Diane K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kensington apartment

Beautiful neighborhood, very convenient and walkable. Nice apartment.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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4/10 Poor

Susie S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Apartment very dated and worn. Looks like no care is given - dirty carpet, very worn dirty looking cushions on sofa, half dead pot plant, very mouldy blind in bathroom. Kitchen small but well equipped. A cd player with old cds, very out of date guide books. It could be great with some attention.
Mould on blind in bathroom
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beauty in the heart of Kensington

Spend 9 days here and it was a spectacular visit. The flat was everything we needed. Having close proximity to museums, parks and transportation only made things better. Truly a gem in the center of the bustle of the big city.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Arlynn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Nice neighborhood, comfortable flat. Host was excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, location, location. Perfect place to base yourself to explore London. Lovely and quiet, yet so close to everything. Only five minutes walk to Gloucester Road Tube Station,10 minutes walk to Kensington Gardens and 30 minute walk to Harrods. The unit has everything you need including ability to cook meals if thats what youre after. Would certainly stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bettina L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location and great value if you look for a 2BR at a reasonable price.Lovely place with 2 nice-size bedroom, the location is A and the neighborhood is stunning. We stayed for 3 nights and had all the necessities for the stay. There is a washer and dryer, dishwasher and enough kitchen utensils and cookware to stock up for breakfasts or dinners.It was very cosy and quite at night and the location allows for exploration of many of the London neighborhoods worth a visit, including Kensington, Notting Hill. Thank you for letting us visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Peter S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Great location and Julie was very responsive. Only complaint is the property could do with some updating (including bathroom towels and kitchen pots/crockery/glasses).
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy, great location.

Beautiful area, great location for walking and only 35mins from airport by tube. Comfy beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Valerie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Central location and comfort

The property was walking distance from Gloucester station, buses, supermarket, cafes, everything we needed. Plus the flat had all we needed to make it comfortable and more. A great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kylie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a location!!!

We are a group of 4 friends from Australia. Light airy apartment. Plenty of room. Good shower, comfortable beds. Lots of local eateries. Fantastic location. Great communication from host. Definitely reccommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carlos M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great experience in this property. It was very well located, safe neighborhood with lot of restaurants nearby. Gloucester Road station is just 3-4 min. walk connecting to the most important sights in London. Communication with Host was wonderful. Julie would respond to messages within minutes and was very accommodating. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025