Summary - PORTER'S FLAT, CUMBERLAND HOUSE, KENSINGTON ROAD W8 5NX
2 bed 2 bath Apartment
Turnkey two-bedroom duplex with pool, parking and leafy park views opposite Kensington Gardens.
Directly opposite Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park
Set directly opposite Kensington Gardens, this beautifully presented two-bedroom duplex offers 1,485 sq ft of contemporary living across the ground and lower-ground floors. Finished to a high specification, the apartment pairs period façade character with modern luxury: marble-tiled en suites, hardwood floors with underfloor heating and comfort cooling, and a fully fitted kitchen/breakfast room. Residents benefit from a 24-hour concierge, secure underground parking with valet and access to an exclusive leisure suite including a 25m pool, spa and gym.
The layout suits buyers seeking a turnkey central-London home or a premium pied-à-terre: generous reception space, private patio garden and two double bedrooms provide comfortable, flexible living close to Royal Albert Hall, Knightsbridge and Notting Hill. The property is sold as a share of freehold with an exceptionally long lease (988 years).
There are important running costs to note. The service charge is very high (£26,738 pa) and council tax is described as very expensive; these materially affect annual outgoings. Local crime is recorded as very high—buyers should satisfy themselves on personal security and insurance implications. The building is constructed from solid brick with no assumed cavity insulation noted, which may be relevant for long-term energy performance.
Overall, this is a high-spec, lifestyle-led apartment in an unrivalled central location. It will appeal to buyers prioritising location, building amenities and turnkey quality, but its substantial service charge and local crime levels should be weighed into the running-cost and suitability assessment.
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