London City Centre stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this London City Centre apartment, you'll find Natural History Museum and Royal Albert Hall. Hyde Park and Oxford Street are also within 2 miles (3 km).
South Ken 2-Bed - Science Museum - Lift - Sleeps 6
Summary:
A top-floor two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment in a handsome period building, moments from South Kensington's museums. Set on the fourth floor with lift access, it has warm oak floors, high ceilings with ornate cornicing, and rooftop views. A king bedroom, a double, and a sofa bed sleep up to six. South Kensington station is one minute from the door.
The Space:
THE SPACE: A top-floor apartment on the fourth floor of a handsome period building, reached by lift — 68.1 sqm / 733 sqft of warm oak floors, high ceilings and ornate cornicing, with characterful sloped ceilings and dormer windows framing rooftop views across SW7.
LIVING AREA: Open-plan living and dining set on warm oak boards, with a comfortable sofa, an accent armchair, a Smart TV and a large wall mirror. Dormer windows draw in light and frame rooftop views across the neighbourhood. The sofa here converts to a double bed, sleeping two more.
BEDROOM 1: A king bedroom with an upholstered headboard, built-in wardrobe and bedside lighting, with its own en-suite.
BEDROOM 2: A double bedroom with fitted storage and a desk workspace. Rooftop views through the dormer window.
EN-SUITE & BATHROOMS: Two bathrooms serve the apartment, each with a walk-in glass shower, WC and basin. (Bath vs shower and en-suite vs off-hall to confirm.)
KITCHEN: A fitted kitchen in white cabinetry with a fridge-freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, coffee machine and kettle — everything for a self-sufficient stay of any length. (Hob/oven to confirm before adding.)
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
King bed · Double bed · Sofa bed in living area · Sleeps up to 6
INCLUDED AS STANDARD
✔ Central heating throughout
✔ High-speed WiFi throughout
✔ Quality bed linen and fresh towels
✔ Complimentary toiletries, tea and coffee
✔ Lift access to all floors
✔ Weekly housekeeping for stays of 7+ nights
✔ Self check-in via keyless entry — codes sent 24 hours before arrival
CHECK-IN & OUT
Check-in from 3:00pm · Check-out by 10:00am
HOUSE RULES
No smoking · No parties · No pets
Please note: valid photo ID is required for all guests at the time of booking.
Guest Access:
Access to the apartment is via a digital code for the building and keys stored in a lockbox next to the apartment door. All codes, for both the building and lockbox, along with any other relevant check-in instructions, are sent 24 hours prior to your arrival.
The Neighborhood:
South Kensington is one of London's most elegant addresses — cultural, leafy and beautifully connected.
The Natural History Museum, V&A and Science Museum are all a short walk away, along with the Royal Albert Hall and the green expanse of Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens. Some of the area's best dining sits close by around Bute Street, Gloucester Road and Old Brompton Road, with everything from neighbourhood cafés to long-standing bistros.
Harrods and the boutiques of Knightsbridge are a few minutes away, and the King's Road in Chelsea is within easy reach. A refined, residential base with the whole of central London on the doorstep.
Getting Around:
Underground — South Kensington (1 min walk) for the District, Circle and Piccadilly lines. Gloucester Road (10 min walk) adds a second Piccadilly/District/Circle entrance
Airport — direct Piccadilly line to Heathrow, no changes
National rail — Victoria and Paddington both a short ride for national and Gatwick/Heathrow Express services
Buses & taxis — frequent routes along Cromwell Road and Gloucester Road; black cabs and Uber/Bolt always available
On foot — the museums, Hyde Park, Knightsbridge and Chelsea all walkable from the front door
Other Things to Note:
On booking, guests will be asked to choose one of the following:
Option A — Damage Waiver: A non-refundable fee of 35GBP, which covers you for up to 350GBP in accidental damages during your stay.
Option B — Security Deposit: A hold of 350GBP placed on your card at check-in. This is fully released within 2 days of check-out, provided no damage is reported.
Both options are straightforward — whichever suits you best.
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Unit size: 782 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
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Frequently asked questions
How close is South Ken 2-Bed - Science Museum - Lift - Sleeps 6 to the airport?
This apartment is 13.5 mi (44-min drive) away from the London City Airport (LCY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does South Ken 2-Bed - Science Museum - Lift - Sleeps 6 have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.
Does South Ken 2-Bed - Science Museum - Lift - Sleeps 6 offer free breakfast?
This apartment does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at South Ken 2-Bed - Science Museum - Lift - Sleeps 6?
No, there is no casino at this apartment.
What time is check-in at South Ken 2-Bed - Science Museum - Lift - Sleeps 6?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
Is there free parking at South Ken 2-Bed - Science Museum - Lift - Sleeps 6?
Free parking is not available at this apartment.
Does South Ken 2-Bed - Science Museum - Lift - Sleeps 6 have a pool?
This apartment does not have a pool.
Does South Ken 2-Bed - Science Museum - Lift - Sleeps 6 have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this apartment.
How close is South Ken 2-Bed - Science Museum - Lift - Sleeps 6 to downtown London?
This apartment is 2.3 mi away from London.
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