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Why rent a flat? Stay in a historic Victorian Cottage w/ Private walled Garden

Holiday home with a fitness centre, near Regent's Park

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Traditional 1860s Victorian terrace cottage, with original features
Bright living room that could also be 3rd bedroom
Living area
Sofa bed can be set up in living room to create a 3rd bedroom
Bright front bedroom with skylight

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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London, ENG
  • Place, Regent's Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, ZSL London Zoo
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, The British Museum
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Why rent a flat? Stay in a historic Victorian Cottage w/ Private walled Garden

Character-filled, 2 bed Victorian end-terrace cottage with private walled garden. Instead of being in a flat with people above or below you, why not rent an entire house? Located on a quiet street in a conservation area, but just down the road (3min) from bustling Camden Stables Market, there are great transport links nearby for all 4 airports and is very convenient for Eurostar. Also very easy to get to Wimbledon, Wembley, Tottenham, Stratford & Twickenham stadiums as well as West End Theatres from the house. It is ideally located! It has kingsize and double beds, as well as a comfy double sofa bed and can accommodate 6 people. The private back garden has an outdoor sofa and teak wood bistro set and serves as a private outdoor living room. It's a perfect place to enjoy morning coffee/tea, evening drinks and/or cook up a gourmet meal after visiting one of the local farmer's markets.

The house is on a quiet tree lined street in a conservation area in the heart of Camden. Camden market literally at the other end of my short road, a 2-3 minute walk away. Primrose hill, London Zoo and Hampstead Heath are all a 5-10 walk away. The rest of London is easily accessible from here as well.

It's got great transports links all times of day, even late at night -- which is quite rare in London. Camden Tube, Chalk Farm Tube and Kentish town west overground stations are within 1-9 min walk. Local buses 24 and 168 can also be used to get in Soho/west end and waterloo/southbank quickly and easy. The 31 bus takes you straight to Notting hill. The 46 bus, which is 1min away, stops directly outside St Pancs for easy Eurostar travel. Heathrow, Gatwick, Luton and Stansted are very convenient from this central location. (Let me know before your arrival and I will let you know the quickest/easiest/cheapest way to travel to/from your destination.) Parking is severely restricted around the house, as we are so close to the Market. That said, parking is free around the corner from 6.30pm Friday to 8.30am Monday should you bring a car with you.

I'm happy to have as much or as little interaction as you'd like.

This is my primary residence which I live in when it's not rented out. It is not a soulless rental property. (I leave the closets and shelves empty of personal belongings for guest use). The kitchen is fully equipped and stocked with all necessary pans, plates, etc. (I have an herb garden out back that you are welcome to help yourself to.) You get the best of both: a house that's lived in and cared for by an owner but that is set up for visitors. (For example: There are lots of house plants inside and the outside gardens are well looked after to provide year round flowers and interest, unlike most rental properties.)

Guests have access to the entire house: 2 double Bedrooms, kitchen/dining room, living room, and bathroom. The living room can be set up as a 3rd bedroom as it has a sofa bed that sleeps 2, leaving the kitchen diner and outdoor sofas as leisure spaces to hang out. In addition to typical holiday rentals, I've also had many 5 star rated longer-term stays, hosting a range of people in scenarios such as: professors on semesters abroad at UCL, London business school (and the like), professionals on sabbatical, retirees on extended stays in London, local Londoners with pets who are having work done to their own properties. Please get in touch if you're looking for a stay 90+ days.
Note: I used to have cats, but don't have them anymore. The house has been cat free since 2019. I often host people with dogs as the walled garden and park across the road make it very convenient for furry friends. The house interior will be repainted and other maintenance on the house will be done over the month of September 2025. Bookings from Oct 1st will have slight differences in interior design as paint colours will change (slightly), window repair undertaken and other maintenance / repair needs will be addressed.
Due to a fraudulent experience with a previous renter from this site, I will ask for proof of identity when accepting a booking. Please be prepared to send proof of ID if asked.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children love the park across the street
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Added charge per pet £25/per night.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

London

Located in London, this holiday home is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Russell Square and Hyde Park, while ZSL London Zoo and London Eye are popular area attractions. Check out an event or a game at Lord's Cricket Ground, and consider making time for Sky Garden, a top attraction not to be missed. Take some time off to enjoy the health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like cycling and rock climbing nearby.
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London, ENG

What's nearby

  • Regent's Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • ZSL London Zoo - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • The British Museum - 7 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Oxford Street - 8 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Piccadilly Circus - 9 min drive - 4.8 km

Getting around

  • Kentish Town West Overground Station - 2 min walk
  • Chalk Farm Underground Station - 8 min walk
  • London (LCY-London City) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fields Beneath - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Camden Town Brewery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Camden Beer Hall - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Lock Tavern - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tapping the Admiral - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Why rent a flat? Stay in a historic Victorian Cottage w/ Private walled Garden have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Why rent a flat? Stay in a historic Victorian Cottage w/ Private walled Garden pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Why rent a flat? Stay in a historic Victorian Cottage w/ Private walled Garden ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Why rent a flat? Stay in a historic Victorian Cottage w/ Private walled Garden ?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Why rent a flat? Stay in a historic Victorian Cottage w/ Private walled Garden located?

Located in Camden, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Camden Markets, Regent's Park and ZSL London Zoo. Russell Square and The British Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km). Kentish Town West Overground Station is only a 2-minute walk and Chalk Farm Underground Station is 8 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Ali McKnight

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An American living in London since 2003. Love to travel but still love living in London.

Why they chose this property

This is not your typical rental property. It is a full time home. It is full of charm and character. Why stay in a flat, as part of a multi-unit building with people below and/or above you, when you can have an entire place to yourself?

The property is on a very quiet and quaint street (in a conservation area) where all the homes are period terrace properties built between 1845-1860s. While the street itself is quiet, it is right in the heart of the hustle of vibrant Camden Town and buzz of Hip Kentish Town. Everything you need is on your doorstep. The house itself has large windows with original shutters and a very rare private (not overlooked) walled patio garden. It is ideal for spring, summer and autumn vistors who want to kick back and relax with a cup of coffee or glass of wine in the rising or setting sun.

What makes this property unique

Also the house has wonderful transport options. All London airports are relatively easy to get to/from and the 46 bus stops literally around the corner and takes you straight to/from St Pancras in 5-10 mins which makes it perfect for Eurostar. There are also lots of late night public transport options in quick and easy walking distance, which is very rare. (Many lines/routes stop around 11pm, but the house is served by buses/tubes that run all night).

Longer-term stays are possible. Please contact me if interested.

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