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Stylish and colourful central London home

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Elegant sitting room with underfloor heating, and views across garden square
Sitting room with floor to ceiling sash windows with views over garden square
Sitting room with beautiful artwork and books from around the world
Views from sitting room to kitchen/dining room and hallway with front door
Beautiful customised kitchen, open plan layout to sitting room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Barbecue
  • Fireplace

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Stylish and colourful central London home

This stylish two-bedroom apartment (both with en suite shower rooms and WC) is spread out across the top two floors of a Georgian townhouse, enjoying beautiful views across a recently renovated, traditional London garden square. This creates a sense of calm and oasis within the busy, multi-cultural neighbourhood of Whitechapel. It’s under 10 minutes to walk from the front door of the apartment to Whitechapel underground station with its new opened Elizabeth Line. The journey time into Soho (for shopping on Oxford Street or theatre visits on Shaftesbury Avenue) is only 7 minutes, making this a cost effective central London location.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 11306440
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

London

Located in London, this apartment is in the city centre. ABBA Arena and The British Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include London Eye and ZSL London Zoo. Check out an event or a game at London Stadium, and consider making time for Natural History Museum, a top attraction not to be missed.
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London, England

What's nearby

  • Brick Lane - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Thames River - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Tower of London - 5 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Tower Bridge - 6 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Liverpool Street - 7 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Shadwell Station - 8 min walk
  • Shadwell DLR Station - 8 min walk
  • London (LCY-London City) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The George Tavern - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Eat Well at Royal London - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪London Hospital Tavern - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Blind Beggar - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Stylish and colourful central London home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stylish and colourful central London home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stylish and colourful central London home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stylish and colourful central London home located?

Located in Tower Hamlets, this apartment building is within 2 miles (3 km) of Brick Lane, Tower Bridge and Tower of London. London Bridge and The Shard are also within 3 miles (5 km). Shadwell DLR Station is 8 minutes by foot and Whitechapel Underground Station is 8 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carole D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
the place was great, clean and spacious. the location is great close to a Underground station and 15 min walk to main attractions duch as Tower of London.The host, James, was very good at communicating infos and accomodating to our traveling schedule.highly recommand this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna L.

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

Wonderful stay in Whitechapel

The apartment was cute and cozy, perfect for 2 couples spending the weekend in London
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 February 2024
Many thanks Anna for your very kind words. I’m delighted that you found the apartment to be cute and cozy and I hope that it felt like a true home from home in the midst of a hectic city!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
James was the consummate host. He was always quick with responses to questions and was full of great advice for the city and neighborhood. The flat is perfectly situated and well appointed. We will try our best to stay here again when we return to London.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Teena N.

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

Wonderful home in central location

James and the property were amazing. Beautifully decorated, close to WC station and London attractions. Would definitely stay again on my next trip.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2024
Thanks Teena- lovely comments and delighted that you would like to stay again on a return visit to London!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

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

A fabulous aparfment

This apartment is lovely, close to lots of food and the train, and is beautiful. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2024
Thanks Emily- so pleased that you would choose to stay at the apartment again..
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved this jewel box of a home. It was gorgeously decorated and stocked with all the comforts and more to make a pleasant home in the middle of a busy city. Close to two train stations with very easy access to everything we wanted to see. We loved how families filled the park in the evening. A good slice of regular life London! A very very comfortable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

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

Great location, lovely apartment

Clean, modern, close to tube & shops, lovely features, super comfy bed, lovely shower, underfloor heating made very cosy, two good sized bedrooms with nice ensuites - perfect space for a family
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2024
Thanks Mark- so pleased that it worked out well for the whole family and that the high pressure showers in the two en suites were appreciated, as well as the super comfy beds!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

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

We Loved Ford Square!

This was a perfect place for our 8 nights in London! It was an easy walk to our son’s apartment and a quick walk to the Whitechapel station-so convenient and easy to get anywhere in London!We loved the set up and space at Ford Square from the comfort, colors, art, and everything provided. It was also spotless! We couldn’t have had a better stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 March 2025
Many thanks Andrew- delighted that everything worked out well for you. Thanks for being great guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi D.

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

Hidden treasure

Very comfortable and stylish apartment.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 February 2024
Many thanks Heidi for your very kind comments. I’m so pleased that you saw the apartment as a hidden treasure - Ford Square is indeed a quiet corner amidst a busy and diverse neighbourhood. Hope to see you back here!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rut S.

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

Extraordinary

The appartment is stunning, we spend a really lovely time there Me.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 November 2024
Thanks so much Rut for your lovely review. I am delighted that you and your two daughters enjoyed the apartment as much as you did and hope that you will return some day.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tatyana S.

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

Lovely apartment with great beds and slowers

We really enjoyed our stay in this beautiful and clean apartment. The beds where so comfortable and the showers had high pressure and hot water. We walked to Brick lane for great food and took Underground to explore the city. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2024
Thanks very much Tatyana for your lovely comments- so pleased that you appreciated the high pressure showers in both en suites and the super comfortable beds!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

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

Very Comfortable

If you don't mind being a little way from the London core, this is a very comfortable apartment with everything you need. Whitechapel underground is a five minute walk and I'm sure that Ford Square is pretty in the spring. I'd certainly stay here again when visiting.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen B.

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

Lovely Stay in London

We really enjoyed everything about the property. It was clean, the owner was so friendly and responsive and the unit was so comfortable and well designed. The showers were like a spa and the kitchen had all the amenities to make meals easy. Close to the train station and easy to grab groceries. We would definitely recommend this unit! Loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2025
Many thanks Maureen for your kind words- delighted that you enjoyed the apartment so much. Thanks too for being perfect guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura A.

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

Comfortable and convenient

We loved this stay! James was communicative the whole time we stayed, and we found everything we needed. The house is well-appointed and comfortable. Under-floor heating was a lifesaver after cold walks or first thing in the morning for an even cozier cup of tea or coffee. My wife and I plan to come back and stay again as soon as we can.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 March 2025
Many thanks Laura for your kind comments. You were the perfect guests and so I am delighted that you would like to return soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa F.

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

Apartment

The apartment was beautiful. The decor was beyond expectations.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 February 2024
Thanks so much Teresa for your lovely review. I’m so pleased that you were both able to stay at the apartment and that you were able to enjoy the city by using Whitechapel station as an excellent transport hub. Do hope that you will return some day!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evan M.

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

Evan

Amazing apartment snd host !! Thanks for having us.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 December 2024
Thanks Evan for your very generous review- you were wonderful guests and do hope that you will return one day.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory D.

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

Whitechapel getaway

We found the property clean, very comfortable and in close proximity to the Whitechapel tube station. The apartment was well appointed with cutlery, kitchen equipment, dishes and pantry condiments. Great water pressure and hot water at all times. An enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2024
Many thanks Greg for your review. I’m delighted that you and your family found the apartment so clean and comfortable. Great water pressure in the two en suite shower rooms is always appreciated. Hope you can make a return visit at some point in the future and perhaps consider the luxurious new houseboat recently made available in Limehouse Marina (linked to this site). In the meantime, safe onward travels.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanna J.

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

Wonderful flat - a great stay!

Such a gorgeous flat and easy walking to the City for our meetings. East Aldgate a breeze to get to Chelsea. James made everything very easy re check-in and contact. His folder of tips well worth reading. Thank you for having us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2024
Thanks Joanna- so pleased that it worked out well for your work trip to London!
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10/10 Excellent

Kendra G.

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

Review

Owner, James was very communicative and friendly. He allowed us to check-in early, which was greatly appreciated. His place was lovely, clean, well appointed, comfortable, comfortable beds and quiet. The neighborhood was great, not a touristy place at all and many walkable places and good food. Five minutes from the Underground.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2025
Many thanks Kendra & Brian- it was a pleasure hosting you and so pleased that you enjoyed your visit.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ray B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Quite a beautiful flat….very well appointed kitchen. Lovely bedrooms with nice linens. Both bathrooms had big showers and very nice amenities. James left us wine, cookies, and crackers to welcome us. Washer and dryer near bedrooms. There are several flights of stairs that are narrow and steep….difficult to manage with large luggage. Several blocks to subway access and groceries. We would highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Molly A.

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

Great place to stay!

My sister and I loved staying at this Ford Sqare apartment! Well appointed, comfortable and beautiful. Nice view out the window of the park and neighborhood. Easy walk to Whitechapel Station for the Underground, with lines from there into the heart of London or out to Heathrow. We did not realize in advance that there were stairs up to the apartment and again to the bedrooms but we are very glad to have stayed here. Thank you!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2025
Thanks so much Molly for your very generous review- it was a delight to host you and your sister. So pleased that you found Whitechapel to be a convenient central location for your travels around London, both within the city itself and directly to Heathrow Airport. Hope to see you both again sometime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

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

Charming home

Gorgeously decorated home! En-suite bathrooms and lovely kitchen! 10 minute walk to trains and grocery store. (Elizabeth line — purple— takes you to/from Heathrow!) James is a wonderfully attentive and gracious host. Absolute GEM!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 March 2024
Thanks so much Kelly for your generous comments. It was such a pleasure to meet you and your friend Shelly when you were in London. I am so pleased that you were both able to see the Chanel exhibition at the V&A Museum as well as sample the food at one of our local Whitechapel restaurants. Do hope that you can return again (or to the houseboat in Limehouse Marina- now available for rent!).
Verified

10/10 Excellent

S m.

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

Lovely home in lively area

James was so accomodating and helpful. He allowed us to drop our bags earlier on check in day and offered us more freedom to leave on check out day. The house was roomy, eclectic and accessible to everything we needed during our stay. There was a wonderful info book of suggestions, tips etc that we referred to a lot. This place was a gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 February 2024
Thanks so much Shelbi for your very generous review. I’m so pleased that you found the apartment roomy and eclectic - it’s full of artwork from around the world and it’s wonderful to know that others appreciate this too! Hope you will return to London sometime soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise F.

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

Perfect in every way

This is a beautiful, comfy, cosy home, quick walk to the tube with links to everywhere in the city, felt very safe. The decoration is stunning the sofas are big and comfortable, its warm and inviting and we almost didn’t want to leave each day to go sightseeing and visiting. So many books and guide books to look through. Everything is of an extremely high standard, would absolutely love to stay here again. James was super to deal with, immediate friendly responses. Just Perfect !
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine C.

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

Absolutely loved it!

Over time, we have rented numerous properties around London, but this is definitely my favourite. It is simply stunning. The owner is a delight and extremely responsive. The property is not just beautiful but very well equipped. Traveling around London could not have been easier. The area is quite diverse, as are most areas in London. We would love to return.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 February 2024
Thanks so much Elaine for your incredibly generous review. I’m so pleased that you found it easy to travel around London from the apartment- the newly opened Elizabeth Line at Whitechapel connects the neighbourhood to the heart of London in minutes. So pleased that you want to return- sometime soon I hope!

About the host

Hosted by James Greenshields

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Originally from Scotland, London has been my home for the last 25 years. My work as the owner of a film production company (and occasional teacher) takes me overseas for a good part of every year, allowing me to share my much loved home with guests from around the world.

Why they chose this property

I love the diversity of Whitechapel, with local residents from around the world. In particular, I love the easy access from Whitechapel to every corner of London using a choice of transportation from Whitechapel Underground station which is only 7 minutes walk from the apartment. The recently opened Elizabeth Line will take you to Tottenham Court Road (with access to the very heart of London for theatre and shopping) in 6 minutes. Continue on the same line and reach Heathrow Airport in 35 minutes. Unbeatable!

What makes this property unique

Artwork from around the world; an eclectic range of books in the small library; exceptional water pressure in the two en suite shower rooms; super comfortable beds with mattress toppers on each...

Languages:

English, French

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