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Chelsea has so many facets and is one of the most cosmopolitan of all of London's villages, it has it all - 'Old Chelsea' streets steeped in history, garden squares, the iconic Kings Rd, Chelsea Farmers Market, the Old Town Hall, St Lukes Church, the Michelin Building, the Chelsea Pensioners' home at the Royal Hospital, world class restaurants and cosy neighbourhood haunts.
It is possible to find every style and size of property here - cute cottages, elegant town houses that tend to be tall and skinny, apartments of every shape and style and size. You need to know where to look and where to avoid, both in terms of location and individual buildings or blocks. We have that knowledge, which takes years to acquire.
Known the world over for its elegant garden squares, famous for its department stores (Harrods and Harvey Nichols), its majestic hotels and its oratory church, Knightsbridge is the home of the international set with most of their favourite shops and restaurants within a short stroll. Montpelier Street and Cheval Place, Basil St and Beauchamp Place form its village and there is a constant buzz of activity moments from anyone's front door.
One of London's most famous districts, Notting Hill is located in Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Late-Twentieth Century gentrification transformed Notting Hill into the boho capital that it is today. Attracting the very wealthy with it's quaint bookshops and antique dealerships, it's definitely more than just the setting for a famous movie.
Paying Host to Europe's biggest street festival, Notting Hill Carnival, it's brimming with fashionable restaurants, bars, shops, cutting-edge galleries/theatres and is home to one of the city's best markets: Portobello Road Market.
Bayswater is within both the City of Westminster and the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea and is one of London's most cosmopolitan areas.
Its picturesque streets and are lined with Georgian and Victorian architecture, and the garden squares further add to Bayswater's charm. The area has a selection of fantastic restaurants, bars and cafes, and boasts being just within walking distance of Marble Arch and Hyde Park.
At the heart of London's City of Westminster lies Mayfair, one of the capital's most sought after residential areas. Despite being on the doorstep of some of London's busiest retail and tourist destinations, Mayfair still retains its village feeling.
It borders Piccadilly to the south, Oxford Street to the north, Hyde Park to the west and Regents Street to the east. It also comprises some of the most famous residential addresses in London such as Park Lane, Berkeley Square, Grosvenor Square and Curzon Street.
Mayfair also has some of London's most exclusive restaurants, bars, spas and hotels, as well as the capital's most exclusive shopping streets, including Bond Street, Mount Street and South Audley Street.
This beautiful and tranquil village is situated in the heart of London. The elegant villa style houses along the side of Regent's Park, the busy high street filled with boutiques and the close proximity to the West End makes St Johns Wood an ever popular area. Its good schools and tight knit community are also reasons for why once settled here, you might find it hard to leave.
The views from Primrose Hill, the canals of Little Venice and the gardens and sports fields of Regents Park are all within easy walking distance. Properties are a charming mix of mansion flats, contemporary apartments and detached villa style houses.
This North West London enclave is one of the most affluent areas of London and home to artists, city professionals, academics and architects alike. Located in the borough of Camden it is neighbouring Belsize Park, Swiss Cottage and West Hampstead. On your doorstep is the beautiful parkland of Hampstead Heath, 790 acres of meadows, gardens, woods and ponds ready to be explored.
Hampstead village and its hilly lanes and alleyways are full of independent shops, boutiques and pubs, and along with the famous Farmers' Market it makes the perfect country getaway in the city. Houses range from Victorian mansion blocks and terraced homes, mixed with impressive townhouses and contemporary architecture.
With its rich history and grandeur, this area doesn't need much of an introduction. Home to Kensington Palace and the Royal Family, it boasts splendid mansions along Kensington Palace Gardens and Holland Park. This leafy neighbourhood is where acres of green space meets the best of London's cultural scene and shopping parades. Holland Park and Kensington Gardens are the perfect complement to the Natural History Museum, Royal Albert Hall and V&A, all of which attract a vibrant mix of people.
Its is an unbeatable location for shopping, hosting Harrods and Harvey Nichols, as well as the charming Kensington High Street. Properties range from huge Italianate stucco mansions, mews houses and the iconic red brick houses in South Kensington, to the huge period homes surrounding Holland Park. This area is home to some of West London's best schools as well as several international schools.
Belgravia is located in the City of Westminster next to the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, close to Sloane Square and Pimlico. Its mixture of local residents and tourists gives the area a cosmopolitan feel, with attractions nearby including Buckingham Palace, Hyde Park, Tate Britain and Knightsbridge.
Belgravia is home to several embassies, mainly situated around the beautiful garden squares of Eaton Square and Belgrave Square. The area comprises some of the most elegant and expensive homes in the world, there is a wide selection of homes available ranging from mews houses and terraces homes, to portered apartment blocks and penthouses. The well-known white stucco facades that for many represent London, are found in Belgravia.
Nestled in between Chelsea, Belgravia, Westminster and the River Thames is the hidden gem that is Pimlico. Central, yet quiet and calm, and with an easy commute into the heart of London make it the ideal place to live.
Pimlico is known for its regency architecture and white stucco facades and has been home to many prominent historical figures and Members of Parliament throughout the years.
There are plenty of parks and gardens, which along with some outstanding schools and quiet roads, makes Pimlico a great place for families. Good bars, pubs and restaurants are plentiful, and the Tachbrook Street Market offers something for everyone.
Maida Vale is well known for its Abbey Road studios and zebra crossing, made famous by the Beatles cover. But this area offers so much more; from the streets of Little Venice with its stucco fronted homes overlooking the river, to leafy avenues lined with period homes and mansion blocks.
For the health conscious there is a wide selection of specialist and organic food shops and residents make use of the many gyms, spas and exercise studios in the area. Also on its doorstep is Paddington Recreation Ground, Regent's Park and Lord's Cricket Ground. Maida Vale is also home to great pubs and restaurants, some of which have been around since the 19th century.
Gone are the days of the City of Westminster being regarded as just a commercial borough and home for politicians, as it is now considered being one of the most sought after places to live in the capital. With its unrivalled central location and historical attractions, London's best kept property secret is out. Just moments from iconic landmarks such as Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey, Westminster is filled with some of London's finest Georgian period homes. Walking distance to the river Thames, St. James Park and the West End further adds to the attraction of the area.
London is a series of villages, each with their own personality, and it is important to find the one which is right for you. If it will be your main home, it is essential.
We have the inside track all over the prime central area and the more accessible outer reaches.