Lofty Victorian room with balcony opposite green space in prime W11 location.
Opposite Holland Park — immediate green outlook and excellent transport links
A compact period studio set within a mid‑Victorian double‑fronted townhouse directly opposite Holland Park. High ceilings, original panelling, an ornate fireplace and a broad bay window give strong period character and a sense of scale uncommon for this size. The flat includes a small private balcony with steps down to the communal garden and benefits from excellent transport links, fast broadband and very low local crime.
The property requires full renovation: electrics are electric room heaters, walls are solid brick with assumed no insulation, and the interior needs modernisation throughout. Service charge and ground rent are payable (circa £2,500 service charge; £150 ground rent) and council tax is high. Importantly, the lease has only around 45 years remaining — many mortgage lenders may refuse to lend, which will restrict buyers to cash purchasers or those prepared to arrange specialist finance or extend the lease at cost.
For a buyer able to manage lease extension and refurbishment, the flat offers clear upside: its historic proportions, southern approach to Holland Park and central W11 address support rental and long‑term value. The layout can be reconfigured to maximise light and storage. Conversely, for mortgage‑dependent buyers this is a significant barrier; factor in lease extension costs and renovation before proceeding.