Edith Grove VIII, Chelsea

Description

This superb two-bedroom London townhouse is just a short distance from the historic Coleridge Gardens and the hustle and bustle of Earl’s Court. Combining a contemporary interior with some of the original features of this Victorian home, Edith Grove VIII provides a comfortable base for up to four guests. With easy access to public transport and the boutiques of Chelsea, Fulham and West Brompton, it’s a delightfully modern home with plenty of character.

This part of West London is vibrant and energetic. The birthplace of some of the last century’s most important music and fashion movements, it’s always been an eclectic and unconventional neighbourhood. That avant-garde atmosphere continues today, resulting in a host of independent stores and boutiques, live entertainment and galleries celebrating the latest London artists to burst onto the scene. You’ll also find a world of international cuisine and green spaces where you can escape the liveliness of city life for a while. Or stroll along the Embankment and watch the boats plying up and down the Thames.

The interiors of Edith Grove capture the neighbourhood’s free, bohemian spirit, uniting a careful selection of different design elements that harmonise rather than compete. The open-plan lower floor immediately welcomes you through the door with a cosy sitting area and dining space that leads onto the sleek, fully-fitted kitchen. An ornate central fireplace reminds you of the history of this home, balanced by organic touches and bespoke artwork.

Upstairs, a second sitting room is warm and welcoming, and the first of the bedrooms provides a simple and soothing retreat with a king-size bed and large windows. The ensuite has a free-standing bath where you can relax and sink into the bubbles. On the top floor is the primary suite with an indulgent king-size bed and large ensuite, offering a serene hideaway overlooking the garden.

Outside, that magical little garden is a green oasis shaded by a large London plane tree, and the multi-level decking provides you with a tranquil spot to sit back with a coffee in the morning or an apéritif before dinner in the evening. Edith Grove VIII is the quintessential West London home – charming and full of personality and a perfect base from which to explore the rest of the city.”