Exquisite Grade II Listed Apartment with bespoke interiors and private terrace in South Kensington.
Set within a beautifully restored Grade II listed townhouse on Stanhope Gardens, this luxurious apartment offers approximately 721 sq ft of thoughtfully designed living space, blending classic charm with bespoke, high-end finishes. The property features custom-built details and intelligent storage solutions that maximise the tall ceilings, evoking a refined aesthetic that harmonises with its historic surroundings.Upon entering, you're greeted by an impeccably presented reception room with an integrated television that can be discreetly hidden when not in use. The room is anchored by an impressive working gas marble fireplace and is finished with elegant oak chevron flooring, lending a subtle Parisian Haussmann touch. Designer lighting from Vaughan, Robert Kime, and Besselink & Jones is carefully placed throughout, offering a range of ambient and task lighting options.The bespoke deVol kitchen, featuring Miele appliances, an instant hot water tap, bronze fixtures, and Carrara marble worktops, opens seamlessly into a spacious dining area, which also functions as a study. This space leads directly to a sunken, private terrace overlooking a charming, cobbled mews. Perfect for al fresco dining or relaxing, the terrace is beautifully landscaped with jasmine, olive trees, and lavender, complete with an inbuilt irrigation system, floor and wall lighting, and heated lamps. Scandinavian solid oak furniture by Vincent Sheppard enhances the outdoor space's serene ambience.The principal bedroom exudes sophistication, with floor-to-ceiling mohair-trimmed drapes in Robert Kime and Guy Goodfellow fabrics, creating a luxurious, serene retreat. Custom panelling and lighting further evoke the apartment's refined, bespoke character.The main bathroom, inspired by a pre-war Park Avenue apartment, features a large cast iron bathtub, a striking Calacatta marble shower with book-matched slabs, heated marble flooring, and art deco-style nickel fittings by Lefroy & Brooks. The guest powder room offers an additional touch of drama, with hand-painted lacquered de Gournay wallpaper, a silver and gold leaf ceiling, handmade Pongee silk lampshades, and a quintessentially English Thomas Crapper loo, creating a memorable experience for visitors.The apartment has recently been fitted with English Heritage approved double glazed sash windows with enhanced security and acoustic sound features.Residents can apply for Communal Garden access.Approximately 67 sq m (721 sq ft). EPC: D Available to rent furnished or unfurnished though Knight Frank South Kensington.
Just a short walk away, Gloucester Road and South Kensington Underground stations provide excellent transport links across the city, while the vibrant selection of cafes, boutique shops, and fine dining options along Gloucester Road and Old Brompton Road create a lively local atmosphere. Residents are also within easy reach of cultural landmarks such as the Victoria and Albert Museum, the Natural History Museum, and the Royal Albert Hall, as well as the lush green spaces of Hyde Park.