The Hummingbird – 1 Bedroom by Kensington Gardens

Combining classic English touches with modern luxuries, this 1-bed ground floor apartment in Kensington, central London is both well appointed and beautifully presented. It is sure to appeal to discerning couples and business travellers alike.

Situated amid a row of elegant whitewashed properties in one of the most sought after and exclusive addresses in London, this ground floor apartment exudes classic English style and elegance from the moment you step inside. There are ornaments and ornate little treasures in each of the rooms, all of which benefit from big windows and high ceilings that seemingly add to the spacious look and feel.

The main open plan kitchen/dining/living area effortlessly combines the modern with the classic. From the wall-mounted widescreen TV that you can relax on the sofa to watch, to the vintage roll-top writing desk, ideal if you have work to do.

The modern fitted L-shaped kitchen with bright white units and all the amenities you need for a spot of home-style cooking (and washing if needs be), contrasts beautifully with the tapestries and prints that adorn the walls. The cool and convenient glass-topped coffee table complements the circular solid wooden dining table that comfortably seats four by the window.

Here’s a place featuring a gloriously inviting bedroom with a king size bed and bright, modern bathroom that is clearly loved by its owners. A distinctive home enriched with personal treasures now made available to be enjoyed by touring couples or business travellers who really appreciate the finer things in life.

The owners are delighted to afford guests from around the globe the opportunity to experience classic English-style living in an amazing central London location.

Welcome to Kensington, a truly exclusive and elegant area of central London. The apartment is situated on the ground floor of an impressive house set back from a tree-lined street that runs north to south in between two of London’s most popular green spaces - Holland Park to the west and Kensington Gardens (home to Kensington Palace) to the east.

The apartment is both well presented and well appointed, with plenty of local, shops, bars and restaurants to choose from within easy walking distance. Notting Hill is just a short walk to the north, with Kensington High Street to the south.

Guests looking for easy access to all of London’s attractions and business districts will find the apartment’s location particularly appealing.

There are plenty of London Underground stations nearby, including Notting Hill Gate which is on the Central, District and Circle Lines, and High Street Kensington to the south. Both these stations will connect you with the most popular areas of the capital in under ten minutes.

The apartment is also well served by buses, with stops along the road outside. There are also bike hire pick-up points nearby, should you prefer to explore on two wheels at your own speed.

Whether you are travelling for work or leisure, our place has all the essentials you need for a comfortable stay.

- Contact-free check-in
- Handy digital house manual
- Free WiFi
- Fresh bed linen, towels and bathroom essentials
- Pre-cleaning before your arrival
- Extra cleaning services available
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Laundry facilities
- Baby amenities available at request
- See floor plan in photos

The entire ground floor apartment will be exclusively yours for the duration of your stay.

Your hosts are very experienced at taking care of visitors to London and will keep as low a profile as you need them to during your stay, leaving you free to enjoy your time in this splendid London apartment. Should you need them, they will be available to help answer questions or provide assistance. Please contact them via Airbnb in the first instance, as this is likely to be the quickest way to get a response.

Van Zyl and his team know what it takes to ensure guests receive the most courteous, professional and welcoming service, so you can be sure you will be in good hands. Should you have any questions or queries regarding the property or the area it’s located in, the team will be happy to help. Their contact details will be supplied once your booking is confirmed.

Affluent and incredibly central, Kensington is a great base for exploring London on foot. Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park are on your doorstep and so are the Victoria and Albert, Science, and Natural History Museums. The streets are attractive and well maintained (grand, white stucco facades aplenty) and your neighbours will be a wealthy, conservative set. Lots of positives but probably not the place to let your hair down.

Below you will find a few local recommendations you may like to try during your stay.

Restaurants

The Ivy Kensington Brasserie (10 minute walk)
The Ivy’s urbane, neighbourhood-style brasserie for accessible Modern British eats, served all day Dishoom (3minute walk) Dishoom Kensington serves a lovingly curated menu of Bombay comfort food and first-class drinks all day, everyday.

Como Garden (10 minute walk)
In the heart of London lies a hidden gem, where food becomes a masterpiece inspired from Lake Como.

Caffe Concerto Kensington (8 minute walk) Enjoy breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner and cocktails in a beautiful, calm and stylish setting.

Coffee/Tea & Bakery`s

Sally Clarke (3 minute walk)
With a dedicated team of craft bakers who create sourdough breads, rolls and pastries using all traditional methods. The place to visit for all bakery needs

Knoops (8 minute walk) If you are wanting to take a minute out for a coffee, tea, hot or iced chocolate with a sweet treat or sandwich Knoops is highly recommended

Candella Tea Room (4 minute walk)
Traditional tea room for breakfasts, cakes and loose leaf brews.

Pubs

The Churchill Arms (3 minute walk)
Wine Rooms (4 minute walk)

Need to work during your stay?

This apartment is within short distance of many wifi/work friendly cafes however if you are needing a more private set up or limited noise we recommend.
Coworkhub - 43-45 Notting Hill Gate a short 15 minute walk
Uncommon - 126 New Kings Road a 15 minute drive away

UPON BOOKING: If you do not have any reviews we will need you to provide more details about yourself (ie. work credentials such as a LinkedIn profile or similar) and the purpose of your stay.

EARLY CHECK-IN: A guaranteed early check-in can be arranged subject to availability at an extra charge.

LATE CHECK OUT: On the day of departure, we kindly ask all guests to vacate the property by 11AM. A guaranteed late check-out can be arranged subject to availability at an extra charge.

LONGER STAYS: For bookings of 14 nights and longer, complimentary cleaning may be provided. Details to be confirmed after booking.

BABY COT - A baby travel cot (also known as a `pack and play`) and high chair are available upon request (for a surcharge), but we must have at least 3 days notice.
*Please respect the neighbours and keep the noise down between 10pm and 8am
*No house parties
*No smoking allowed
*No pets allowed
*Please remove your shoes inside the property
*Total number of occupants will not exceed the quoted number unless agreed beforehand
*Please do not move furniture
*All trash and perishables must be disposed of and dishes washed before departure
*Failing to return keys to the key box will result in an extra fee of £90
*Losing a set of keys will result in an *£150 charge to get them replaced. (*The penalty charge may be more if we need to get the locks changed.)

We provide our guests with a `home away from home` experience. Therefore, we would really appreciate all our guests to leave the place as close to as how they found it. Any excessive mess that requires our cleaners to go beyond the standard check out clean (changing linen, preparing the property for the next guest and restocking of general house supplies etc.) will be charged to the guests. Please also note that we will charge a penalty fee of £500 if any of our house rules are broken.