Austen
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Modern style and classic taste combine in the living area
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Large flat-screen TV
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Long sofa provides a comfortable place to relax
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Plush armchairs complete the living space
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Sofa converts into two comfortable beds
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Beautiful books and charming nick nacks in the bookcase
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Great collection of London based books for you to read
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Decorate your apartment with fresh flowers from the markets
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Little touches lend plenty of charm to the Austen
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Beautiful wooden table seats 6 people
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Set the table for a romantic dinner at home
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Large mirror in the hallway reflects the desk area on the opposite side of the hallway
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Light filled bedroom 1
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Ample storage in the built in closets
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Private working space in bedroom 1
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En suite bathroom 1 in our Austen apartment rental
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Cozy bedroom 2 with two beds that can be zipped together to form one bed
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Cheery accents are sure to induce a smile
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Floor-to-ceiling wardrobe in the starlit bedroom
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En suite bathroom with shower, sink and toilet
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Convenient bathroom 2 with all the comforts of home
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Fashionable fixtures and modern necessities
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Soaking tub with fixed and flexible shower heads
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Relax in comfort amidst the flowers
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Beautiful communal gardens of our Austen apartment rental
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A secluded entrance to the shared garden
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Effortlessly step into another world
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Classic and natural beauty merge in the communal garden
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Quiet garden with lots of seating
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Kensington Palace
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Natural History Museum
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Kensington palace and gardens
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Royal Albert Hall
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Visit London's fantastic parks and gardens during your stay!
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Iconic London pub
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Spend time with your family at the British Museum
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South Kensington near Chelsea and Knightsbridge
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Buckingham Palace is surrounded by beautiful gardens!
A world of romance awaits at Austen, a beautiful two-bedroom apartment in the heart of upmarket Kensington where refined living meets an inviting literary style. This flat is inspired by the classics, a fact that is evident from the polished décor to the collection of books that introduce newcomers to London's vast and varied attractions.
The main sights on your doorstep include abundant Hyde Park, which is just a 10-minute walk away - pack up a picnic or go to one of the fabulous music events such as British Summer Time. Take in the Portobello Road Market, peruse the antiques and take your own London memento home or visit the stunning Kensington Palace and Gardens.
Once inside, Austen is perfectly accommodating and is well-appointed with a light filled dining area with chandelier, spacious living room and a modern kitchen which will meet all your needs. The living area doubles as an additional sleeping space, with a sofa that can easily be transformed into two beds. A collection of family movies and London-centric books line the bookshelves, and the nearby dining nook is a perfect spot to soak up the lush green park views while enjoying a home-cooked meal.
The neighboring kitchen is filled with good sense and sensibility, as the cabinets hide the refrigerator and dishwasher out of plain sight. Fully stocked with all the little appliances a culinary fan needs come dinnertime. For practicality, the hallway hides both a desk/study nook area - ideal in which to set up a laptop - and also a laundry cupboard.
There are two bedrooms in Austen, bedroom 1 with a comfortable bed another lovely chandelier, and private en suite bathroom, Bedroom 2 is spacious and has a useful wall of built-in wardrobes and two high-quality beds that can be combined to form one bed. Both bedrooms are lovely retreats with sunny windows to overlook the posh Kensington city streets below. The communal garden at the apartment would do Miss Jane Austen proud, with an assortment of secluded benches, brightly colored phlox and other flowers, and quiet natural green alcoves. While the Austen is located on a small residential street, it's just a few blocks away from a host of prestigious pubs, restaurants, shops, and attractions. Click here to see why Kensington is the perfect neighborhood.
Please note: Noise-sensitive guests should expect a gentle rumbling of nighttime traffic from the street below. This apartment is on the third floor with no elevator.
Things To Note
Neighborhood: Kensington
Size: 785 sq ft/75 sq m
Bathroom: Bathroom 2: Toilet can make noise when flushed, normal for an electric toilet
Accessibility/Security: 5 steps to building door, 3 small flights of stairs (22, 11 and 11 steps) to the apartment entrance. Internal staircase: 5 steps to second bedroom.
Other: Some street noise at night
Room Details
Room | Beds | Details |
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Bedroom 1 | Queen (1) | Queen bed (60in x 79in; 150cm x 200cm) |
Bedroom 2 | Single (2) | Two single beds (30in x 75in; 75cm x 190cm) that can be zipped together to form a dual-queen bed |
Living Room | Single (1) | High-quality sofa with trundle converts into two comfortable single beds (31in x 75in; 80cm x 190cm) |
Bathroom 1 (en suite) | Shower (fixed rainfall and flexible showerheads), toilet and sink | |
Bathroom 2 | Combination bathtub/shower (fixed rainfall and handheld showerheads), toilet and sink |
- Toiletries
- Starter Supplies
- Fully Equipped
- Dishwasher
- French Press
- Microwave
- Nespresso Style Coffee Machine
- Oven
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Refrigerator
- Hairdryer
- WiFi
- TV
- Heating
- No Air Conditioning
- Portable Fan(s)
- Sound Dampening Windows
- 3rd Floor North American
- No Elevator
- High Chair
- Travel Crib
- Dryer
- Iron & Board
- Washer
- Garden-Communal
- Instant Booking
General Amenities
Kitchen
Bathroom
Connectivity/Entertainment
Heating/Cooling
Accessibility
Kid/Family Friendly
Laundry
Outdoor
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Things to See & Do
Portobello Market (8 mins Walking)
Famous antiques market in Notting Hill Gate; be sure to go early on Saturday
Holland Park (12 mins Walking)
Wander through the beautiful Japanese gardens or enjoy the playgrounds
Princess Diana Memorial Playground (13 mins Walking)
Located in the north-west corner of Kensington Gardens, this playground has a charming Peter Pan theme complete with a 50-foot tall wooden pirate ship, teepees, and lots of fun things to discover
Kensington Gardens (15 mins Walking)
This beautiful Royal Park is home to Kensington Palace, the Italian Gardens, Albert Memorial, Peter Pan Statue, the Serpentine Galleries and the Princess Diana Memorial playground and fountain
Royal Albert Hall (19 mins Walking)
World-famous concert hall built in 1871
Museum Row (22 mins Walking)
Victoria & Albert Museum, Natural History Museum, and the Science Museum
Princess Diana Memorial Fountain (25 mins Walking)
Memorial fountain in Hyde Park designed to express Princess Diana's spirit and love of children
Shopping & Eating
Kensington High Street (6 mins Walking)
Fabulous shopping strip with many big brands including Marks & Spencer, Topshop, Next, and the largest Whole Foods Market store in London
Public Transport
Bus (2 mins Walking)
Take the 52 Bus to Portobello Market, Kensington Palace, Royal Albert Hall, Hyde Park, and Buckingham Palace.
Bus (2 mins Walking)
Take the 27 Bus to High Street Kensington, Notting Hill Gate, Baker Street, and Camden.
London Underground (6 mins Walking)
Notting Hill Gate station: Take the Central line to White City (Westfield London), Marble Arch, Bond Street, Oxford Street and St Paul's. Or take the District and Circle line to South Kensington, Victoria, St James's Park, and Westminster (for Big Ben, Thames River, and London Eye).