Bright period home with modern kitchens and en suites near Portobello Road.
Top-floor three-bedroom apartment with balcony and far-reaching views
A bright three-bedroom top-floor apartment in a 1930s Edwardian block, this home offers a peaceful open-plan living space and a substantial balcony with far-reaching views. Light oak floorboards, underfloor heating and double glazing create a comfortable, modern feel, while original period character is retained in the building’s exterior and bay windows.
The open-plan living room flows to a generous balcony ideal for potted plants and outdoor dining. The contemporary kitchen has white units, black granite worktops and integrated Bosch appliances. All three bedrooms have built-in storage, carpets and en suites; the principal bedroom benefits from a bath, the others from walk-in showers.
Practical points to note: the flat is on the fourth floor and accessed only by stairs, there is no lift. The lease has 108 years remaining. Annual costs are significant: a service charge of £7,600 and ground rent of £500, and council tax band E. The building’s solid brick walls are assumed to have no added insulation.
Location is a major strength: a short walk from Portobello Road, restaurants, cafes and theatres, with Holland Park and Kensington Gardens nearby. Good transport links include Ladbroke Grove and Holland Park stations and frequent buses, making the apartment well placed for family life or a central pied-à-terre.