Pocket Full of Pearls – 1 Bedroom Duplex Penthouse

Found in exclusive Kensington, just minutes from the high street and Kensington Gardens, this home scores highly on the quaintness factor with its private mews location. Once inside, the home has a coherent modern look that feels very calming due to lots of neutral tones. While it does have a small footprint, the thoughtful design has made the home feel bright and sophisticated. You’ll soon see why this home is called `A Pocket Full of Pearls`, it really is a little gem of a property. See notes!

There’s something a little bit special about this 1 bed Kensington flat. Indeed, some might call the property quaint. Even the way you get in is unique, up two flights of outdoor stairs and along an outdoor passageway to your own front door. It’s all part of its charm.

And once you get inside, well, you’re in for a two-floored treat in a duplex apartment that’s about as sophisticated as you can get. But what did you expect, this is Kensington after all.

The lower floor is a picture of open plan opulence and elegance. At one end, the lounge, resplendent with a stylish sofa and twin armchairs, arranged around a flat screen television and modern mirrored fireplace.

At the opposite end, the kitchen and dining area. The former is home to an array of high specification appliances, cabinetry and countertops that will make preparing food a pleasure - assuming you need to, what with so many high class restaurants on your doorstep. And the adjacent dining space is what the word ‘snug’ was made for, corner seating with a table where you can both sit and enjoy each other’s company or whatever you’re eating.

At both ends of the space are broad windows, letting the natural light flood in, giving the room an alluring double aspect. Remember, this is central London you’re staying in, so there’s no getting away from the atmosphere this vibrant city generates, so expect to hear some street noise.

In between the lounge and kitchen, a small table and chairs for work or quiet reflection (there are plenty of mirrors in the property), a handy second WC, and then the stairs.

Up to the air conditioned bedroom and ensuite bathroom. That majestic super king bed is formed of ultra comfortable mattress and high class bedding, all presented in the executive style you’ve already experienced downstairs. And the adjacent bathroom features a walk-in shower, as part of a suite that’s as bright and white as the rest of this outstanding accommodation. Your hosts will also supply high quality toiletries and soft, fluffy towels for your use during your stay.

Air Conditioning:
Unlike many apartments in London, this property benefits from built-in air conditioning—a rare and valuable amenity in London. Whether you`re staying during a summer heatwave or just prefer a cooler indoor climate, the AC is available year-round for your comfort.

Whether you are travelling for work or leisure, our place has all the essentials you need for a comfortable stay.

- Contact-free check-in
- Handy digital house manual
- Free WiFi
- Fresh bed linen, towels and bathroom essentials
- Pre-cleaning before your arrival
- Extra cleaning services available
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Laundry facilities
- Smart TV
- Baby amenities available at request

Please note that there are two outdoor flights of stairs and passages which are quite narrow to navigate through with luggage, and there is no lift access to the second floor.

If you think the apartment is a high quality living space (which it really is) wait until you experience the high level of service you will receive from your host team. Managed by Van Zyl, it’s a team that knows the important role providing the very best customer service plays in ensuring each guest enjoys a memorable stay in London. So any requests you have or questions you ask will be dealt with swiftly and professionally to your total satisfaction, so you get the trip to London you’ve always dreamed of.

What’s more, there is a full array of additional services you can book for a small extra fee to make your stay that little bit more luxurious:
Daily cleaning service (just like a hotel)
Fridge fill
Laundry and dry cleaning service.

Should you wish to avail yourselves of any of these services, please let your host know when you make your booking.

How can you tell if you’re really staying in central London? By having big attractions in every direction, which is exactly what you’ve got here. Here’s just a selection:
- To the north, the glorious Kensington Gardens and Notting Hill.
- To the south, Chelsea, Fulham and the King’s Road.
- To the east - the museums, Buckingham Palace, Mayfair, Covent Garden, Trafalgar Square.
- And to the west Holland Park, Hammersmith, Chiswick and Shepherd’s Bush. So take your pick.

Kensington emotes regal elegance. Old-world buildings seamlessly blend with the glass windows of artisanal cheese shops, pastry bakeries, and international consulates, lending the neighbourhood an air of polished refinement and perfect finishing. Its opulence doesn’t detract from the neighbourhood’s inviting nature—Kensington Gardens, Kensington Palace, and the area’s myriad museums are frequented by locals and visitors alike.

Below you will find a few local recommendations you may like to try during your stay.

Restaurants

The Ivy Kensington Brasserie (6minute walk)
The Ivy’s urbane, neighbourhood-style brasserie for accessible Modern British eats, served all day

Dishoom (5minute walk)
Dishoom Kensington serves a lovingly curated menu of Bombay comfort food and first-class drinks all day, everyday.

Como Garden (3minute walk)
In the heart of London lies a hidden gem, where food becomes a masterpiece inspired from Lake Como.

Caffe Concerto Kensington (5minute walk)
Enjoy breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner and cocktails in a beautiful, calm and stylish setting.

Coffee/Tea & Bakery`s

Knoops (5minute walk)
If you are wanting to take a minute out for a coffee, tea, hot or iced chocolate with a sweet treat or sandwich Knoops is highly recommended

Candella Tea Room (10minute walk)
Traditional tea room for breakfasts, cakes and loose leaf brews.

Hjem (5minute walk)
Coffee & Danish sourdough sandwiches served in snug surrounds with decor imported from Denmark.

Pubs

The Churchill Arms (12minute walk)
Old Swan (15minute walk)

Need to work during your stay?
This apartment is within short distance of many wifi/work friendly cafes however if you are needing a more private set up or limited noise we recommend.

Coworkhub - 43-45 Notting Hill Gate a short 15 minute walk
Uncommon - 126 New Kings Road a 15 minute drive away

Given the central location of this first class Kensington apartment, much of London is within easy walking distance, or you can order Ubers or taxis to get where you need to be, direct. Buses serve the area too, the nearest bus stop is just a 3 minute walk from this duplex Kensington apartment. And this being London, there’s the underground network to get you around and about.

High Street Kensington station is 7 mins away, Gloucester Road station 12 mins and Queensway station 16 mins, so you’re well connected to the rest of London.

Did you know that London runs a bike share scheme? It does and you can pick up your own set of two wheels within 4 mins of the apartment.

- ACCESS - As previously mentioned, there are two outdoor flights of stairs and passages which are quite narrow to navigate through with luggage, and there is no lift access to the second floor.

- NOISE - The building used to serve Kensington Palace as the home for the carriage horses and coach riders. In the early morning you may hear the sounds from the horses passing by on their morning exercise.

UPON BOOKING: If you do not have any reviews we will need you to provide more details about yourself (ie. work credentials such as a LinkedIn profile or similar) and the purpose of your stay.

EARLY CHECK-IN: A guaranteed early check-in can be arranged subject to availability at an extra charge.

LATE CHECK OUT: On the day of departure, we kindly ask all guests to vacate the property by 11AM. A guaranteed late check-out can be arranged subject to availability at an extra charge.

LONGER STAYS: For bookings of 14 nights and longer, complimentary cleaning may be provided. Details to be confirmed after booking.

BABY COT - A baby travel cot (also known as a `pack and play`) and high chair are available upon request (for a surcharge), but we must have at least 3 days notice.

London continuously has renovations taking place therefore at times can be noisy.
*Please respect the neighbours and keep the noise down between 10pm and 8am
*No house parties
*No smoking allowed
*No pets allowed
*Please remove your shoes inside the property
*Total number of occupants will not exceed the quoted number unless agreed beforehand
*Please do not move furniture
*All trash and perishables must be disposed of and dishes washed before departure
*Failing to return keys to the key box will result in an extra fee of £90
*Losing a set of keys will result in an *£150 charge to get them replaced. (*The penalty charge may be more if we need to get the locks changed.)

We provide our guests with a `home away from home` experience. Therefore, we would really appreciate all our guests to leave the place as close to as how they found it. Any excessive mess that requires our cleaners to go beyond the standard check out clean (changing linen, preparing the property for the next guest and restocking of general house supplies etc.) will be charged to the guests. Please also note that we will charge a penalty fee of £500 if any of our house rules are broken.