From the leafy crescents of West London to the industrial elegance of the East, we’ve wandered the capital’s shifting streets to uncover homes that balance buzz with beauty.
Ever-evolving Victorian Terraces in the South West provide the perfect family homes, while elegant high-rise apartments in the ultra-cool East-end are just waiting for a career focused individual with eyes on the weekend. Whatever your flavour, our capital is a veritable smorgasbord of architectural delights.
So if you’re more Hampstead Heath than Sycamore Gap, read on to choose which London home really bigs up your ben.
Cavendish Road, Brondesbury, London, NW6
Set on a peaceful street in Kilburn, this semi-detached home provides light-filled spaces with an inviting, lived-in charm. A sense of openness flows through the property, from the generously proportioned rooms to the south-facing garden that extends the living space outdoors. The thoughtful design ensures every area feels both functional and comfortable, while a separate annex adds privacy and flexibility, making it ideal for family or even a live-in au pair.
With 2,500 sq ft home and a 50ft south-facing garden to play with, not to mention an outbuilding that may or may not serve as a retreat for grumpy teenagers (or husbands) and a 21ft annexe with a seperate entrance, Cavendish Gardens has got family home down to a tee. This property is the archetypal family abode that so many hanker for when moving to the big smoke, and much of that is down to its lovingly retained character. Wooden double-glazed sash windows (a must in the colder months), original cornicing, fireplaces and hardwood flooring set the scene, while nods to London’s industrial past can be seen in the kitchen design, where steel partition doors let all the light in while keeping those fragrant cooking smells tantalising your guests at the dining table.
For any growing family, Cavendish Road seemingly has it all. Four of the five bedrooms are double sizes, with four bathrooms between them to keep desperate early morning arguments to a minimum. A living space for all the family and more, while the garden is fit for birthday parties, soirees and lazy summer days when it’s too hot to face the tube.
If you’ve been dreaming of the ideal family home only 20 minutes from central London, stop your search. You found it.
5 Bedrooms | 4 Bathrooms | 3 Reception Rooms
Guide Price £2,400,000
For Sale with
Garrison Estates, London
Battersea Power Station Apartment, Dawson House, Battersea, London Borough of Wandsworth, SW11
Setting the scene for this luxury two-bedroom apartment in the heart of the Battersea Power Station development are the unrivalled panoramic views of the River Thames, where the sun glitters on the water, and the city lights give you that London feeling all year round.
The 11th floor address boasts impeccable interiors, offering every kind of buyer the opportunity to turn a key and feel right at home. The property has underfloor heating and cooling systems, so whether it’s returning from late after-work drinks in the sunshine, or bundled up in your heaviest wool coat with a dripping wet umbrella, this city retreat has you covered.
Natural light is a real feature that cannot be understated in London property, and at the 11th floor, you won’t have to worry about anyone getting in the way of that: it’s just you and the skies.
So get your gear on for a quick Sunday morning jog along to Southbank, and choose from an array of cafes to get your coffee and pick me up on the way back. The opportunities are endless.
2 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | 1 Reception Room
Guide Price £1,375,000
For Sale with
Garrison Estates, London
56 Powis Square, Notting Hill, London, W11
You name it: this two-bed, two-bath duplex in vibrant Notting Hill has it. Heritage architecture? West facing garden? Check. Bike shed? Check. Solid wood flooring? Yup. High quality joinery? Everywhere. Space for a little one? Absolutely.
The use of space in this particular footprint is truly second-to-none, with built-in wardrobes enhancing the consistancy of sleek design with useful storage solutions, while the interior decor speaks for itself. Bright, airy rooms, with a neutral palette furnished with colourful patterns and textures that make 56 Powis Square a stylish choice for city living. Comfort and style in abundance.
And life in Notting Hill? Always thriving.
2 Bedrooms | 2 Bathroom | 1 Reception Rooms
Guide Price £1,265,000
For Sale with
Garrison Estates, London
Goodluck Hope, Douglass Tower, 9 Goodluck Hope Walk, London, E14
This stunning triple aspect three bedroom apartment overlooking the O2 and the River Thames is a masterpiece in modern city living, all in the award winning Goodluck Hope Development n E14.
This large 8th floor apartment, located in Douglas Tower, benefits from 180 degree views tracking the River Thames all the way from east to west. The apartment provides a carefully considered layout with an impressive open plan living area with additional work from home space: essential for any city-dweller.
And any concerns over apartment sizes need not be had here. The principal bedroom has a walk-in wardrobe and a large ensuite, while two further bedrooms are generously sized and light filled, so no matter how many family and friends you have visiting, you’ll never be on eachothers toes.
Located on the Thames opposite the O2, the area is dotted with landscaped garden squares and is only two stops on the Jubilee line to Canary Wharf or Stratford (providing Central or Elizabeth Line connections). So whether you’re a city banker or director of a clothing line, you’re in good stead at Goodluck Hope.
With all this said, what have we missed? Awards. Yes! Ballymore’s Goodluck Hope development is the proud winner of a number awards, recently being voted ‘Best New Place to Live’ at the London Planning Awards. So consider your next move carefully, you could end up somewhere you never want to leave.
3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | 1 Reception Rooms
Guide Price £895,000
For Sale with
Garrison Estates, London
Cornwall Gardens, Flat 4, 42 Cornwall Gardens, London SW7
Though she be but little, she is still a “good size.” For those of us who’ve never experienced living in London before, there’s a certain kind of apartment when we fantastise about. It looks a little like Bridget Jones’ loft flat, compact, but quintessentially London. A place where you cook noodles for dinner on the one night of the week you’re actually at home, because every other night you’re sampling the culinary delights of Soho, or at a friends art exhibition.
While a touch more refined than our girls digs (and without the nearby rattle of trains), this two-bedroom split-level apartment in the heart of Kensington is a bijou offering of London life thriving in the best way. Impeccably designed and decorated, and just waiting for a splash of personality, it’s a blank canvas for any creative head to make the most of.
While Cornwall Gardens may not be large enough for a family, it’s simply perfect for anyone who wants to be in the thick of it while keeping their head a little in the clouds (a good mentality for London life). The master bedroom benefits from an ensuite shower room while the second double bedroom and seperate bathroom gives you and your guests some privacy. The reception room looks out onto Cornwall Gardens, where the apartment has access to communal gardens, if you fancy sharing your lunch away from the tourists.
With clever storage options and living area that opens out to a balcony, there’s enough headroom at Cornwall Gardens to feel right at home. Whether for yourself or as a Airbnb option, this property is quintessential London living at its finest.
2 Bedroom | 2 Bathroom | 1 Reception Room
Guide Price £1,250,000
For Sale with
Radstock Property, London
6 Sackville Place, Dartford Road, Sevenoaks, Kent
We may be stretching the rules here slightly, because this eye-catching apartment is not technically in the city, but we’re going to allow this 2,120 square feet luxury period apartment an exception. This three-bedroom, three-bathroom town-centre apartment in Sevenoaks is an example of modern design blending with superb luxury finishes to create a home that is truly set apart from the rest.
Having been lovingly maintained and upgraded with high-end features including a smart home automation system, integrated sound system, and underfloor heating beneath polished walnut and tiled floors, 6 Sackville Place has a richness of quality that is hard to deny.
Walnut veneer fitted wardrobes feature in all three sizeable bedrooms, bringing depth and character to what could have been a ruthless modernisation of an historic building. Instead, mid-century inspired cabinetry flows seamlessly into light-filled living spaces, where entertaining is a must. French doors open into a west-facing terrace that begs for evening drinks or a morning brew, where views of the North Downs and communal gardens keep things feeling fresh and airy.
And with London only 25 minutes away on the train, who said living in the city centre was your only option?
3 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms | 1 Reception Rooms
Guide Price £1,400,000
For Sale with
Maison Partnership, Kent
The Penthouse, Wardian, London, E14
You needn’t worry about being overlooked here. In this two-floor apartment in the Wardian development, your eyes will feast on the snaking River Thames daily, and you might just bore your friends with endless sunset snaps on the Whatsapp group chat.
Carefully crafted with a bespoke finish, this perfectly appointed apartment is flooded in natural light and benefits from a wraparound terrace to enjoy those views all year round. Who knows what you might see from all the way up in the clouds?
Within, however, is an impressive galley kitchen with stylish storage options leads into a light filled dining and living space, with built in shelving and room for guests and more. The interiors at The Penthouse will have you wondering whether you’ve walked into a film set, where luxury and opulence is the name of the game.
If you’re finding it difficult working in fitness to your daily routine, then you needn’t worry any more. A 25m heated outdoor swimming pool for residents will keep your calorie intake in check, while a steam and sauna room will work away any stressful days in the office. All surrounded by lush gardens with beds and loungers under the dappled light of palm trees?
Holidays? Who needs ’em?
And just to top it all off, is the top. The Observatory on the 56th floor is entered through a greenhouse of tropical plants and hosts London’s highest residential cocktail bar and lounge, with wrap around floor-to-ceiling windows providing the ideal hideout for residents with panoramic views across all of London. We’re thinking a deep armchair, views across the city horizon and a dark negroni in hand. Bliss.
So if you’re attracted to city heights, a touch of lush greenery and best-in-class amenities, just admit it. The Penthouse is probably for you.
2 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | 1 Reception Rooms
Guide Price £1,995,000
For Sale with
Garrison Estates, London
Sugden Road, 103 Sugden Road, London SW11
Less than two hundred yards from the sunny and buzzing Clapham Common is this wonderful six-bedroom home with 2,869 sq ft of stylish and practical interiors. Classic London architecture meets modern and comfortable decor at Sugden Road, where everything you might need is only a walk away.
Having undergone the infamous basement extension, Sugden Road has added an entire floor to it’s footprint. On the lower ground floor is a large cinema/family room for the weekly movie night and hosting friends, while the other opportunities at Sugden Road are endless: one bedroom is currently converted into a gym, while on the upper floors, two others make up a dressing room and study. The remaining rooms serve up oodles of floorspace and storage, so the ever-growing kids can really start flexing some independence.
But the real scene stealer at Sugden is the kitchen, where an understated classic decor is accentuated by an impressive extension with floor-to-ceiling Crittall windows and french doors, leading out to the west-facing garden beyond.
This is a kitchen where homework is mastered and guests are made comfortable, where meals are attempted and cakes are fumbled, but where joy comes together to make lasting memories.
And what would a terrace home really be without outdoor space? When the fizzing summer days on the Common get a bit too much, and the light is fading on the west-facing garden, a spacious roof terrace awaits.
So even when the sun starts dipping behind the neighbours roof, you’ve got somewhere to steal an extra few minutes of that glorious London sun.
5 Bedrooms | 4 Bathrooms | 2 Reception Rooms
Guide Price £2,500,000
For Sale with
Radstock Property, London