Shelley

Welcome to the Shelley, a bright and beautiful one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment with a location to love in the heart of Kensington. Full of light and with a refreshing contemporary style, this apartment also includes a spacious private outdoor patio – a superb feature in London! Nestled in a quiet spot near Kensington Gardens, this is the ideal address for a comfortable stay in London.

Step inside to find a cheerful living room with a comfortable seating area and large doors leading to the private patio with table and chairs. The open plan dining area features a large statement mirror to create a fabulous sense of space. Located in a nook nearby, the beautiful kitchen is as stylish as functional, and with excellent shopping nearby you’ll have everything needed to cook at home. The lovely patio, located just around the corner from the kitchen, will certainly tempt you to spend time outside during your stay – whether it’s a cup of tea in the morning or al fresco meals at home after a day of sightseeing.

The Shelley’s bedroom has abundant built in storage and a vibrant wallpaper that echoes the natural scenery from the large bedroom windows. The bathroom is bright well-designed with clean lines, large mirrors and elegant white and grey marble.

Set right near the historic St. Mary Abbots Church, this location captures the very charm of Kensington. Enjoy the village-like feel of the neighborhood as you meander through tranquil Kensington Church Walk nearby for a moment of tranquility. Then soak up the city atmosphere and spend time shopping along High Street Kensington, visiting the regal Kensington Palace or simply enjoying an evening stroll through Kensington Gardens and the Serpentine in Hyde Park. Search for treasures in the antique shops along Kensington Church Street or walk to Notting Hill’s famous Portobello Road market. One thing is sure: be prepared to fall in love with London living during your stay at Shelley!

Things To Note

Neighborhood: Kensington

Size: 470 sq ft/44 m2 + Patio 215 sq ft/20 m2

Sleeps: Best suited for 2 adults and one child under the age of 13 or 1 adult with two children under the age of 18. Please note the queen bed does not split.

Bedroom: The sofa can be made up for a third guest or a blow up mattress can be provided.

Accessibility/Security: 15 steps from the street to the apartment building entrance

Room Details

General Amenities

• Toiletries
• Smoke Detector
• Carbon Monoxide Detector

Kitchen

• Starter Supplies
• Kitchen
• Fully Equipped
• Dishwasher
• Kettle
• Nespresso Style Coffee Machine
• Oven
• Toaster

Bathroom

• Shampoo
• Hairdryer

Accessibility

• Private Entrance
• 1st Floor North American
• Elevator

Connectivity/Entertainment

• WiFi
• TV - Limited English Programs

Heating/Cooling

• Heating
• No Air Conditioning
• Portable Fan(s)

Kid/Family Friendly

• High Chair
• Travel Crib with advance arrangement

Laundry

• Drying Rack
• Iron & Board
• Washer/Dryer Combo

Outdoor

• Patio
• Outdoor Furniture

Special Features

• Balcony/Terrace
• Instant Booking

Amenities

• Elevator

Things to See & Do

Kensington Gardens (9 mins Walking)
This beautiful Royal Park is home to Kensington Palace, the Italian Gardens, Albert Memorial, Peter Pan Statue, the Serpentine Galleries and the Princess Diana Memorial playground and fountain
Kensington Palace (9 mins Walking)
Official residence of Prince William and Duchess Kate. The State Rooms are open to the public and feature antiques, memorabilia and fashions from Queen Elizabeth through to Princess Diana.
Hyde Park (17 mins Walking)
One of the greatest city parks in the world and home to many famous landmarks including Serpentine Lake and Speakers' Corner
Royal Albert Hall (17 mins Walking)
World-famous concert hall built in 1871
Royal College of Music (17 mins Walking)
Distinguished music conservatory dating back to 1882. Check the program for operas and recitals at very reasonable prices.
Princess Diana Memorial Playground (19 mins Walking)
Located in the north-west corner of Kensington Gardens, this playground has a charming Peter Pan theme complete with a 50-foot tall wooden pirate ship, teepees, and lots of fun things to discover
Museum Row (21 mins Walking)
Victoria & Albert Museum, Natural History Museum, and the Science Museum
Princess Diana Memorial Fountain (21 mins Walking)
Memorial fountain in Hyde Park designed to express Princess Diana's spirit and love of children

Shopping & Eating

Kensington High Street (1 mins Walking)
Fabulous shopping strip with many big brands including Marks & Spencer, Zara, Jigsaw, H&M and the largest Whole Foods Market store in London
Harrods (30 mins Walking)
One of the world's most famous luxury department stores
Harvey Nichols (30 mins Walking)
Founded in 1831, this luxury British department store was a favorite of the late Princess Diana
Eggbreak (12 mins Walking)
A neighborhood restaurant great for breakfast anytime of day
The Churchill Arms (7 mins Walking)
Known for it's wonderful Thai cuisine and filled with Churchill memorabilia this is a favorite spot amongst locals

Public Transport

Bus (3 mins Walking)
Take the 328 Bus to High Street Kensington, Kensington Palace, Holland Park, and Notting Hill.
Bus (3 mins Walking)
Take the 52 Bus to Portobello Market, Kensington Palace, Royal Albert Hall, Hyde Park, and Buckingham Palace.
Bus (3 mins Walking)
Take the 27 Bus to High Street Kensington, Notting Hill Gate, Baker Street, and Camden.
London Underground (4 mins Walking)
High Street Kensington station: Take the District & Circle line to South Kensington, Victoria, St James's Park, and Westminster (for Big Ben, Thames River, and London Eye).