Summary - Flat 6, Cumberland House, Kensington Road W8 5NX
5 bed 5 bath Flat
Spacious five-bedroom Victorian apartment with direct Kensington Gardens views and porter service.
Opposite Hyde Park with direct views over Kensington Gardens
Over 3,000 sq ft: five double bedrooms, each with an en-suite
Lift access, porter and private balcony off the reception room
Period features: high ceilings and original fireplaces throughout
Stylish kitchen plus separate utility room and grand entrance hall
Leasehold tenure — buyer to confirm remaining term and service charges
Solid-brick construction likely lacks modern insulation — consider upgrades
Local crime level reported as very high; security/insurance implications
Set opposite Hyde Park, this second-floor apartment occupies over 3,000 sq ft of elegant Victorian living. High ceilings, original fireplaces and a grand entrance hall create an imposing, characterful interior. The principal reception room opens to dining space and French doors to a private balcony with direct views across Kensington Gardens.
Five generous double bedrooms each have en-suite facilities, making the layout especially convenient for families or those hosting long-stay guests. A stylish fitted kitchen is complemented by a separate utility room; lift access and a porter add everyday convenience in a central, prestigious location close to High Street Kensington.
Practical considerations: the property is leasehold, constructed circa early 1900s with solid-brick walls likely without modern cavity insulation, so buyers should budget for potential energy-efficiency upgrades. Local crime statistics are very high for the area, despite the neighbourhood’s overall affluence—factor in security and insurance costs.
For buyers seeking a grand, character-rich central London residence with direct park views, this apartment offers rare scale and proportions. It suits an established family wanting proximity to top independent and state schools, or a buyer aiming to combine classic features with targeted modernisation works.
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