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Private Historic Townhouse. Incredible Central Location by Covent Garden

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A short walk from Trafalgar Square and Leicester Square, Private Historic Townhouse. Incredible Central Location by Covent Garden provides an arcade/games room, laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathrooms242 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

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About this property

Private Historic Townhouse. Incredible Central Location by Covent Garden

  • OVERVIEW
    The incredible, recently renovated 350 year private townhouse combines an amazing central location, with rare historic architecture and modern comfort. Lovingly and sympathetically restored it combines the best of the old with super fast Wifi, comfy beds and period elegance. No ordinary rental!

    THE LOCATION
    Once the garden of the Duke of Buckingham's York House on the River Thames, this small secret area of London became known London's Adelphi Area. A very special conservation area sandwiched just 3 mins walk in each direction between: Covent Garden to the North, Trafalgar Square & The National Gallery to the West, The Savoy Hotel to the East and Embankment Gardens and the River Thames to the South. The area was orginaly developed in the 17th century with townhouses, further developed in the 18th Century with stately regency & Georgian properties and the Art Deco Adelphi building added in the 20th Century. Today it is hidden residential enclave which is what London is all about - where Samuel Pepys lived in 17th century, and Charles Dickens set one of his novels in 19th century and where today many movies & TV series have been been filmed (the Crown, Fleabag, Cruella, Poirot, to name but a few).


    TRANSPORT / CONNECTIONS
    Within 1 minute walk:
    You are just 1 minute away from both tube stations (Charring Cross & Embankment), bus routes across all of London and taxis ranks.

    Within 3 minute walk:
    Covent Garden, The Savoy, Raffles and Corinthia Hotels, Trafalgar Square, National Gallery, Thames River.

    Within 12 minute walk
    South Bank, Parliament & Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Saint James' Park, Theatre Land, Soho, Leicester Sqaure,


    THE ARCHTECTURE / PROPERTY
    The property is a 350yr old townhouse, lovingly renovated for modern comfort and to celebrate its historic character. It is one of the 10 oldest surviving townhouses in London, built in 1673 (just 6 years after the great fire of London in 1666). In around 1820 the front facade of the building was made regency in appearance and rendered, whilst the interior kept its original paneled rooms and very rare paneled stairwell. Having been lovingly restored the 5 floor townhouse has an stunning original 17th century stairwell with rooms either side. With two large windows in almost every room, lovely period furnishings and ever-so comfy quality mattresses and bedding, great fluffy towels, power showers, integrated sonos music system, 65inch TV, and super-fast networked wifi throughout the building, this property epitomises taste, history and modern luxury.

    Lower Ground floor:
    Well equipped newly fitted kitchen with quartz granite counters, all mod-cons, casual dining centre table, nespresso machines.
    Ground floor :
    Paneled entrance hall & Fabulous Paneled Dining Room with round table to seat 8.
    First Floor:
    Drawing room / lounge and separate TV Family room lounge with 65inch smart TV
    Second Floor:
    Bedrooms 1 (6ft super king bed) , Bedroom 2 (standard double) & power-shower room
    Third Floor:
    Bedrooms 3 (standard double) , Bedroom 4 (standard double) & power-shower room
    (extra single air mattress or UK baby cot available for bedroom 4 if required)

    NEARBY
    You are in the beating heart of London, where so so much is moments away: reputed restaurant of almost all nationailities form amazing take aways, street food or michelin star awarded fine dining. For culture, The National Theatre, South Bajk Centre Theatre Land, Shaftsbury Avenue Theatres, Kimgs Gallery, NPG, Somerset House, Courtauld Gallery, National Gallery are a very short walk, not to mention high teas at the great iconic hotels, riverside walks, shopping at bustling markets and Oxford Street, evening cocktail bars & clubs. It's all so close and a walk away, you only really need to go on the tube, underground or a bus if you want to!!

    PLEASE NOTE:
    The property was built in 1673. It was built long before the London underground, the modern roads, and more than 250 years before the second world war which obliterated much of the area as we are so close to parliament. As such it’s a protected heritage building, old and over time has settled and developed its charming character. Please be aware of, and take caution, especially on stairs and wooden floors, as it has some uneven and sloping floors and stairs. exposed floor boards with some gaps. Bowman House was built 1673. It is over 5 floors with lots of stairs and space.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Motor boating nearby

Safety features

  • 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 2,600 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 30

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items
Lock the doors and return the keys
BEDDING/ TOWELS: Do not strip beds and please leave used towels on the bathroom floors so easy to identify whats been used.
LOCK DOWN: Please ensure all lights and TV and Sonos players are off, windows are closed and locked. Please return the keys as instructed by the house manager.
CLEAR UP: Please put all rubbish in the bins & ensure all dirty glasses, dishes and utensils are either washed and put away or in the dishwasher which you can leave on a cycle on departure. Thanks
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: There are no child stairgates at the property.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Located in London, this holiday home is in the city centre. The British Museum and Royal Albert Hall are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include London Eye and Natural History Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Emirates Stadium or London Stadium. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby. Visit our London travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A busy London Underground entrance with a classic architectural building in the background.
    Theatreland
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A stone building with intricate carvings and a wrought iron gate.
    Victoria Embankment Gardens
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • The entrance of The Royal Courts of Justice with Gothic architecture and a coat of arms.
    The Strand
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The entrance to Adelphi Theatre with a Times newspaper advertisement.
    Adelphi Theatre
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • York Watergate
    1 min walk - 0.1 km

Getting around

  • Charing Cross Station
    2 min walk
  • Charing Cross Underground Station
    3 min walk
  • London (LCY-London City)
    44 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    1 min walk
  • Gordon's Wine Bar
    2 min walk
  • Five Guys
    1 min walk
  • Starbucks
    2 min walk
  • Itsu
    2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Historic Townhouse. Incredible Central Location by Covent Garden pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Private Historic Townhouse. Incredible Central Location by Covent Garden?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Historic Townhouse. Incredible Central Location by Covent Garden?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Historic Townhouse. Incredible Central Location by Covent Garden?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Historic Townhouse. Incredible Central Location by Covent Garden located?

Located in the centre of London, this family-friendly holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of The Strand, Trafalgar Square and River Thames. Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus are also within 10 minutes. Charing Cross Underground Station and Embankment Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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