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Penthouse with Rooftop Overlooking British Museum

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Balcony
  • Internet access
  • Balcony or patio

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

2 Double Sofa Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Penthouse with Rooftop Overlooking British Museum

Summary:

BLOOMSBURY ESTATES PRESENTS our Penthouse, the absolute crowning glory of number 39, with its high vaulted ceilings and exquisitely decorated rooms, this apartment must be seen to be believed. Situated across three floors and capable of accommodating 10 guests, the Penthouse also boasts a rooftop balcony with unbeatable views overlooking the British Museum, as well as an outdoor patio accessed from the kitchen.



The Space:

The unique and charming design throughout the Penthouse is reflective of its owner, a well-known property designer in the area, with each room offering a contrasting taste and a meticulous attention to detail. The Penthouse occupies the second, third and fourth floors of this Georgian Townhouse. On the second floor you will find the three main bedrooms and bathrooms. The third floor accommodates the large living/dining area and open plan kitchen, with the adjoining sun terrace to the rear. On the fourth floor you will find the mezzanine/office area and rooftop, with views over the British Museum. The artwork in the property is unique and some pieces are a little edgy. There is not a lift in this building, this is important to note if you have group members with mobility issues.



Guest Access:

Guests have private access and use of all three roof terraces along with the entire space.



The Neighborhood:

Bloomsbury is one of the last remaining quintessentially British neighbourhoods in London and is centred around The British Museum, one of the most iconic museums in the world which is literally on our doorstep. Bloomsbury is also the literary centre of London, JK Rowling’s publisher is just around the corner. There are also various lovely parks/squares a short walk away, such as Russell Square and Bloomsbury Square which are great to have a walk and enjoy the surrounding architecture in tranquillity. For those who enjoy shopping, eating out or nightlife the apartment is a ten-minute walk to Oxford Street, London’s renowned shopping district and Soho, where you can find great restaurants, bars and nightclubs.



Getting Around:

Tottenham Court Road Tube, Holborn Tube, The new Cross Rail, Cabs, Kings cross train station along with the good old 2 legs are all surrounding the property.



The property is located on Great Russell Street. The closest tube station is Tottenham Court Road located just a 5-minute walk away. If arriving by train into Euston, Kings Cross or Waterloo station this can be accessed by taking the Northern line on the London Underground System. If you are arrivng from Paddington Station use the Bakerloo line Southbound to Oxford Circus, before changing onto the Central line Eastbound to Tottenham Court Road.



Other Things to Note:

Important:

Our properties are protected by SUPERHOG.

Please note that once you have booked, you will be contacted by SUPERHOG directly to verify

yourself.

Please make sure this is completed prior to check in.



Cancellations made within the cancellation period will be refunded minus any credit card fees set by the provider.



Interaction with Guests:

Once your booking has been confirmed we will arrange a check-in time at the property with a member of staff, who will give you the keys and show you around the property, explain how the internet, heating etc. works as well as give you any recommendations you may need.



We will be on hand during your stay to make your stay more enjoyable however we will also give you privacy. To see what Bloomsbury Estates has to offer you can find us online where you can view all our available properties.

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About the area

London

Located in London, this apartment is in the city centre. The British Museum and Victoria and Albert Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include London Eye and ZSL London Zoo. Natural History Museum and Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew are not to be missed. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.
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Greater London, England

What's nearby

  • Shaftesbury Avenue - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Theatreland - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The British Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Tottenham Court Road - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Russell Square - 6 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Tottenham Court Road Station - 4 min walk
  • Tottenham Court Road Underground Station - 4 min walk
  • London (LCY-London City) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shake Shack Tottenham Court Road - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Flight Club - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bloomsbury Tavern - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪TAS Restaurant Bloomsbury - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Museum Tavern - ‬1 min walk

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 18 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dr Liia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great and we will stay again!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

gretchen r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cole S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay. Great location ! We could pop in and out of the museum and go explore the rest of the area at any time. Great cafes and walking distance to so many great places
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bill R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very responsive hosts. Cool property. Great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jeremy L.

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

Great place and location!

We loved the place. Really cool apartment and great location
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Isaac J.

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

Wonderful time in London

The location was great. The host was exceptional and a wonderful time to be in London during the holidays. Centrally located and walking distance to everything great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mikael K.

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

Great stay in London

The penthouse was great and the hosts were super responsive. Thank you for a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Bruce B.

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

Great Flat

Wonderful location! Centrally located. Well equipped with all the amenities. Would definitely recommend and stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sean C.

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

Unique and beautiful

Beautiful home. Very comfortable and fun. Great stay for London.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff L.

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

Nice place, great location.

The house was very nice and the location was great. It was very hot during our stay and the flat has no air conditioning, but we kept the windows open and used the fans provided which really helped.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

RODERICK E.

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

Fantastic Spot

Great, cool, artistic flat in a great part of town. We thoroughly enjoyed it. The only criticism is that the internet went out and, despite requests, it was not fixed.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Tamir C.

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

One of the very best in London

Location is just unbeatable. A very spacious apartment, ideal for 8-10 people. A very well-equipped kitchen with all needed to cook almost everything. The two balconies offer a splendid space to enjoy family time and meals, not to be missed. The apartment was very clean and we never had troubles with hot water. Hannah, the host, is one of the very best I have ever met: Responsive (replies within minutes-few hours), generous, courteous and efficient. Even the stairs do not interfere with the lovely and so enjoyable stay. Six to ten of my family - I am certainly back again. Thank you so very much for a very fine stay, Hannah.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Eileen N.

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

Unique flat close across from the British Museum

This 3 level apartment provided our family with a great base for exploring London. Close enough to walk to many of our destinations it was roomy with 3 bedrooms and 2 convertible sofas. The property manager was responsive when we had questions (look behind the sofas for the linens!) and made the check-in very easy. The 2 decks made for wonder extended space for our large group.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good

Sonia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

London Stay

We enjoyed the location of the property. It was quiet and near several restaurants and shopping, the Underground, The British Museum, and other sights are in walking or Uber distance. We had a great time in London. Be prepared to walk up a lot of steps to get to the penthouse and from level to level. There is no lift/elevator.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Barskiy M.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

4 floors apartment

There is no elevator in this 4 story building and our bedrooms were on the 3rd floor, it is extremely difficult to carry the luggage all the way! There is also a very ancient fire alarm system and the were no way to turn it off, so we’ve had a visit of firefighters
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2024
Dear Barskiy Thank you for sharing your concerns regarding your recent stay at our property. We are disappointed that you felt the property did not meet your expectations. I would like to address some of the issues you have raised to ensure there is no confusion. Our building is equipped with a comprehensive building-wide fire system to ensure the safety of all our guests. The alarm that was triggered during your stay was due to a neighboring property, which was promptly reset. I recall our previous phone conversation upon your arrival, and if you had heard the alarm, I encourage guests to contact me immediately for any assistance. Regarding the lack of an elevator to the second floor, it is clearly stated in the property description that it is located on the second to fourth floors without an elevator. I did offer options for alternative accommodations and a partial refund upon your dissatisfaction, but you chose to continue your stay and even apologised to me for your outburst upon arrival. I am disheartened to see your negative review despite our efforts to address your concerns promptly and offer solutions. If you would like to discuss this matter further or have any additional feedback, please feel free to contact me directly.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald S.

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

Family Christmas

Enjoyed our Christmas stay at the Penthouse. Plenty of room for 5 of us. Convenient to the Tube and easy walking distance to many areas and attractions. Bedrooms are a good size. Kitchen is well equipped and plenty of seating. L'Or coffee pods for the espresso machine. Even had a Christmas tree lit up. The master bedroom has some street noise so bring earplugs if a light sleeper. No issues with shower hot water or pressure. Great to be able to check in a little earlier. As others have noted there are some stairs to climb, but you get used to them quickly and also provide good exercise. Building seemed safe and secure. Easy to pick up groceries nearby. The outdoor patios and seating would be fun on warmer days. Easy to get Uber/taxi to the address and its side street with luggage. Thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Wayne G.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Grace S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
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