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Beautiful Self Contained Apartment, 20 minutes from central London, Sleeps 4

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A bed with a white mattress and two beige pillows.
A modern kitchen with a stainless steel sink, wooden countertop, and a built-in oven.
A modern kitchen with a microwave, toaster, and kettle on the countertop. There is a blue armchair with a Union Jack cushion, a red chair, and a glass table with metal legs. A colorful rug is on the floor, and a window with blinds is visible.
A white door with a mail slot, a brown doormat, and two potted plants on either side.
A modern kitchen with a microwave, toaster, and kettle, a blue armchair with a Union Jack pillow, a glass dining table with red and white chairs, and a wooden floor.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Clapham Common
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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London, ENG
  • Place, Wandsworth Common
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Clapham Common
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Clapham High Street
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪72 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful Self Contained Apartment, 20 minutes from central London, Sleeps 4

This peaceful & relaxing, self contained apartment is on the lower ground floor of our house. You will have the entire apartment to yourselves. There is a separate entrance.
The apartment is situated on a quiet, tree lined street of family houses in the fashionable South London district of Balham.
Close to the tube station & only 21 mins from central London
There is on street parking outside.
Oak flooring, double glazing & underfloor heating throughout
One good sized bedroom with comfortable double bed & storage.
Large bathroom with shower
Open-plan living area with double sofa bed.
Dining for four.
Flat screen TV & Wi-Fi.
Well appointed kitchen.
Towels, bed linen & bathrobes supplied.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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
You may smoke in the private courtyard outside
This is a residential area and we love our neighbours so please no loud noise/music or loud conversation outside after 10.pm

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8402487
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

London

Located in Wandsworth, a neighbourhood in London, this apartment is near a metro station. Buckingham Palace and Big Ben are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Oxford Street and Harrods. London Eye and Natural History Museum are not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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London, ENG

What's nearby

  • The Bedford - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Wandsworth Common - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Clapham Common - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Clapham High Street - 6 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Battersea Arts Centre - 8 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Balham Underground Station - 6 min walk
  • Balham Station - 8 min walk
  • London (LCY-London City) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Nightingale - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Cyclist - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Balham Bowls Club - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hagen & Hyde - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Camden Coffee House - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Self Contained Apartment, 20 minutes from central London, Sleeps 4 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beautiful Self Contained Apartment, 20 minutes from central London, Sleeps 4?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Self Contained Apartment, 20 minutes from central London, Sleeps 4?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Self Contained Apartment, 20 minutes from central London, Sleeps 4?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Self Contained Apartment, 20 minutes from central London, Sleeps 4 located?

Located in Wandsworth, this apartment building is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Clapham Common and within 3 miles (5 km) of River Thames and Battersea Power Station. Buckingham Palace and Hyde Park are also within 6 miles (10 km). Balham Underground Station is 6 minutes by foot and Clapham South Underground Station is 11 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. 23 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great base!

Lovely property, well presented and kept. Great communication yet completely independent. Everything we needed and we will be back as it was ideal for what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 August 2022
Thanks for the lovely 5 star review Andy. Look forward to welcoming you all back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good choice

Very nice owners. Comfortable flat in a safe area, close to tube and shops/restaurants.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheery, Bright, Efficient, Modern & Clean

Back to London this year again. Great for the short stay. Lovely area, quiet, and all you need at the end of the block, including the tube, taking one directly in to the heart of London. A cared for residence. Very helpful owners. Thanks Again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thanks for the great review Scott - it was a pleasure to have you all to stay and we''re delighted you enjoyed your time with us. Come back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Quiet comfortable apartment near everything

Thanks for sharing your comfy apartment with our family during Wimbledon. We really appreciated the ability to walk to the tube, railway and several nice restaurants. We appreciate Michael walking us through the flat and giving us pointers to getting around (Oyster card). Double thanks to Fiona for the tip on the Turkish BBQ place around the corner. We will stay there again on our next trip to London.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thanks for the positive review John - it was a pleasure to have you stay. Glad you enjoyed the tennis at Wimbledon. See you next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic stay

Really enjoyed our stay. Clean, comfortable and very good location with supermarkets a 5 minute walk. London Underground in walking distance
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great base for visiting family

Very well equipped accommodation and extremely helpful hosts. Second time we have stayed and will definitely do so again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hervorragendes Apartment im Londoner Stadtgebiet

Das Apartment ist hervorragend geeignet, um London zu erkunden. Die direkte Umgebung bietet zahlreiche Einkaufs- und Essensgelegenheiten. Die Anbindung an Over- und Underground ist in unter 10 Minuten zu Fuß zu erreichen. Das Apartment ist sehr schön und mit allem, was man so braucht eingerichtet. Wir kommen bestimmt wieder!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent and comfortable

I enjoyed my stay tremendously. Very nice accommodations. The hosts were very kind and allowed me privacy. Very clean and comfortable. Excellent.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy flat in Balham

My wife and I enjoyed our 5 day stay in the Balham/Clapham area of London. The flat was warm, cozy and clean and the hosts, Michael and Fiona made sure we were comfortable and had everything we needed, including orange juice, milk, eggs and croissants. Location is good - only 5 minutes or so from the Balham tube and train stations. As an added bonus, the lovely Nightingale pub is only a 7 minute walk away!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Want to come back!!!

We loved our stay. It was well appointed and very clean. We especially appreciated that it was close to the tube station and several grocery stores. It is in a comfortable, family-oriented neighbourhood.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wibl

We enjoyed our stay very much. Micheal and Fiona were delightful. Property was as advertised.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thanks for the lovely 5 star review Bonnie - delighted that you had such a great stay in the apartment. Hope you come back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Perfect location. Perfect hosts.

This apartment exceeded our needs and expectations. Michael was very accommodating and helpful. We arrived and found everything we needed for breakfast the next morning. The bus stops and Balham underground station were close by and we enjoyed our rest and privacy at the apartment when we returned from sightseeing. Thank you again, Michael... everything was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Guter Zustand, netter Vermieter

Gute Verkehrsanbindung, nahegelegende Einkaufsmöglichkeiten
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Experience to repeat for sure. Great host, beautiful place.

Such a great experience, a beautiful apartament, clean, true to the photos and a great location. The neighborhood was so quiet and safe. We walked from the underground with our son to the house by night and it felt like home. There are two grocery stores near by and an outdoor market. Michael was a fantastic host. We arrived late from the airport and we were graced with milk, eggs and croisssants for our breakfast. Thank you Michael for your kindness and we will back
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Everything perfect ! Tout est parfait !

Sans hésitation une superbe location/ No hesitation Excellent ! Moins cher en passant par Airbnb/Less expensive with Airbnb 😉
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great apartment and great hosts!

Michael and Fiona were more than accommodating during our stay. The apartment is clean, full of amenities, and well kept. The location proved to be ideal, as we were only a short walk from the underground and rail station. This allowed us to explore all of London’s offerings. The neighborhood was safe and had two grocery stores up the street (also a short walk) and a nice outdoor market as well. We definitely recommend staying here for any travelers passing thru London. We will be back! Thanks again, Michael and Fiona, for a wonderful stay. Mark & Pau Jensen Beach, FL
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great location, great host, great apartment.

We really enjoyed our London stay very convenient location, the hosts made everything very easy and the apartment was very clean and well appointed.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thanks for the five star review Tony - delighted you found the apartment so convenient for your sightseeing to London. Hope to welcome you and the family again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clean, roomy apartment

The apartment is in a perfect location. It is a short walk to the tube station and there are several grocery stores nearby. You can get anywhere in London from the apartment and in a very short time. The apartment is clean and has everything one needs for a nice stay in London.
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
So glad that you and your family enjoyed your time with us in London and found the apartment so convenient. Thanks for the five star review - we really appreciate it. Hope to see you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

bon plan en famille

Fidèle à l'annonce, vraiment très bien situé pour départ des visites ( 5 mn de marche pour prendre soit le train vers gare centrale de Victoria soit le métro Northern - station Balham), dans rue calme, bons couchages, supermarché entre le tram/train et l'appart en rentrant le soir pour faire les courses. Kitchinette avec la base pour cuisiner mais suffisante. Bon confort (literie, wifi, télé). Demander à Mickael prise "plug" pour nos équipements frenchies. Pour info : nous avons atterri à Southend (60km londres) : prix mini cab pour 4 personnes 70€-80€ en réservant par Kabee. Nous recommandons. Merci Mickael.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thanks for the lovely and detailed review Peggy and thanks for the five stars - we really appreciate it. Hope to see you and the family again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nice spot to enjoy London

The flat is on a very quiet residential street, only a short walk to easy transport to central London. Michael and Fiona were very welcoming and available to help. The flat itself was well-equipped, clean and cheery! We would definitely recommend it to friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Glad you had such a nice stay with us and thanks for the lovely review - much appreciated. Hope to see you and Tricia again soon.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Soggiorno consigliato

Siamo stati a Londra a metà giugno. L'appartamento è in zona tranquilla, pulito, accessoriato, entrata indipendente. I proprietari che abitano al piano di sopra sono cordiali, disponibili, discreti verso gli ospiti. Ha la fermata della metropolitana a pochi minuti a piedi. Rapporto qualità - prezzo: ottimo.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Glad you enjoyed your stay with us Laura and thank you for the lovely review - we appreciate that. Hope to see you all again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Very comfortable nice place close to the tube, restaurants and food market

Very comfortable and clean has everything you need for your stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thanks for the lovely review Catalina, it was great having you to stay - hope to see you again soon.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Clean, modern, comfortable and well located

Whole experience was delightful - Michael & Fiona were on hand to help if required. Apartment is modern & comfortable, well located for all that London has to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
So glad that you had such a great time in London, Linda and enjoyed your stay in the apartment. It was lovely to have you stay - hope to see you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

logement agréable et un super sejour

un sejour idéal dans un appartement très agréable , des propriétaires attentionnés et présents pour nous conseiller. l'accès est très facile proche du metro et train. un upermarché et des pubs à 2 pas ....l'appartement très joliment décoré. nous avons que du positif à dire et nous reviendrons chez vous dés que possible it was great
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
It was a pleasure to have you and your family to stay Stephanie. Thanks for the lovely review - delighted that you had such a good time. We hope to see you all again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Très belle et confortable appartement dans un quartier calme.

Nous étions déjà venus l'an passé à Londres dans un logement à Battersea, plus proche du centre mais où seul le bus passait. Cette année, nous sommes certes un peu plus loin mais le métro qui y passe fait partie de la ligne essentielle de Londres. Du coup, nous sommes plus rapidement dans chaque quartier.. L'appartement est à proximité d'un parc, d'où la possibilité d'aller courir de bon matin.. et de partager le quotidien des locaux... De plus, il est très facile de stationner dans la rue à proximité de l'appartement, il suffit de prendre un ticket à la journée.. Le voyage en voiture est beaucoup moins cher pour une famille et plus rapide (pour nous qui sont normand 5h au total) et franchement la conduite à gauche, on s'y adapte très vite. Du coup, nous avons poursuivi notre séjour à Oxford.. L'appartement est vraiment super, chaleureux et les propriétaires très charmant s et bienveillants. Une très bonne adresse..
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
So glad you enjoyed your stay with us Guiod. Look forward to welcoming you and your family back to London very soon.

About the host

Hosted by Michael Mueller

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We are a family of 4. One of our son's is now at university while the other is studying for his A Levels. We are writer's and Film makers. We have lived in London all our lives and have lived in this area for over 20 years so we can help make your stay in London a memorable experience.

Why they chose this property

The property is self contained but we will be on hand to help and advise if needed. Warm and cosy in winter and cool in the summer - the apartment is a fantastic base for exploring London and the south coast. Perfect also for business travellers looking for a home from home while they work in London.
Balham is a fashionable district in South London. We have many Cafes, Bars and Restaurants. There is a market with flowers, fruit and vegetables. We also have supermarkets and banks close at hand.
3 minutes walk takes you to Balham train and Tube station with a quick service to central London. At weekends the tube now runs all night and there is a night bus that goes from the City Centre all through the week.

What makes this property unique

The renowned Michelin starred restaurant Chez Bruce, is just a 15 minute walk away.
We are in the famous Nightingale Triangle and are lucky enough to be able to walk to 3 of London's famous Commons. Clapham, Wandsworth and Tooting Commons are all within easy reach.

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English, German
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