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Spacious Apartment In Bloomsbury, Walking Distance To City & West End. Sleeps 5.

Spacious Apartment In Bloomsbury, Walking Distance To City & West End. Sleeps 5.

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John St, Bloomsbury - a smart, quiet area, convenient for the tourist.
Living Room has two sofas, TV, dvd and one seat that becomes a single bed.
Kitchen with fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, hob, oven & microwave
Dining table with 6 chairs in the kitchen.
Dining table and 6 chairs is in the kitchen.

Overview of Spacious Apartment In Bloomsbury, Walking Distance To City & West End. Sleeps 5.

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5950 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

London, ENG
  • Popular LocationRussell Square10 min walk
  • Popular LocationThe British Museum14 min walk
  • Popular LocationTrafalgar Square5 min drive
  • AirportLondon (LHR-Heathrow)52 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Spacious Apartment In Bloomsbury, Walking Distance To City & West End. Sleeps 5.

The apartment occupies the top two floors of an old Georgian townhouse in Bloomsbury, a quiet, elegant corner of central London, close to Russell Square, Kings Cross-St Pancras and Chancery Lane tube stations. You are in the centre of London, close enough to walk to most of the places you'll want to visit, short bus or tube rides to other tourist must-sees, but this is a quiet, secure part of town with little night time traffic or noise. The most common phrases in our visitor's book are 'great location' and 'we'll be back'.

Built in the 1790s, this historic building boasts all the luxuries of a modern home, including a fully-equipped kitchen (dishwasher, oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer plus lots of pots, pans and utensils for cooking), washing machine, satellite TV and DVD player, free wi-fi, power shower and modern bathroom.

The spacious living room is light and airy with two large sofas plus a chair that converts into a comfortable single bed. The TV has multiple satellite channels including Sky Sports and there is a dvd player and a few DVDs. Our bookshelf is stuffed with books which feature London, guidebooks for London and maps for you to take with you as you explore the city. We also have a few toys for young children and games. Two large sash windows with Georgian wooden shutters look out to the historic street below.

The adjoining kitchen is light, spacious and has a dining table and six chairs. It has everything you would expect in a modern kitchen; oven, hob, large refrigerator, separate freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, microwave oven, kettle, toaster and two coffee makers. The kitchen has plenty of crockery and cutlery, cooking utensils, baking trays, saucepans, a wok, pots, pans and everything you need to make a family supper and eat in. We also have a flask and some sandwich boxes for you to make lunch and take it out with you (ideal if you are feeding a family).

A short but steep flight of stairs leads up to two bedrooms and a bathroom. The bathroom has a bath and separate shower, with plentiful hot water. The basin has a mirror over it and the heated towel rail and underfloor heating keeps the bathroom warm and cosy.

The large master bedroom has a king-size double bed and a single bed with large wardrobe, feature mirror and Victorian chest of drawers. Two bedside tables with drawers each have a touch operated lamps. There's an alarm clock too. The master bedroom can sleep three people, but is usually used for two adults.

The second bedroom has two single beds (adult sized) with Victorian chest of drawers, hanging space for clothes and mirror. Both bedrooms have 'black-out' blinds so that you are not woken by early morning sun.

A cot (baby crib) and highchair are available on request (please bring your own bedding for the baby's cot). Bed linen and towels included.

A hairdryer, an iron and ironing board are provided, along with an umbrella.

A good choice of restaurants are within a 5 minute walk and there is a large Waitrose supermarket 10 minutes walk away in The Brunswick Shopping Centre. A smaller Co-Op supermarket is a convenient 3 minute walk on Grays Inn Road.

This is an ideal holiday home for a family or friends looking to explore London from a central base.

John Street is a six minute walk from Russell Square tube station (subway) or Chancery Lane tube station. We are a 15 minute walk to Kings Cross-St Pancras stations (tube and Eurostar trains to France). We will send you full directions when you book. Just let us know which airport or train station you arrive at.

Getting Here - Air: It is an easy journey from London Heathrow Airport to John St, as the local tube (subway or underground) station runs directly to the airport. From there it's a 6 minute walk to the apartment. From other London airports (Gatwick, Stansted, Luton or City airports), you can take the train into the centre of London and make a short tube or taxi journey to the apartment. We will send you full directions when you book.

Getting Here - Rail: John Street is a fifteen minute walk from the mainline stations, Kings Cross and St Pancras International where the Eurostar service for Paris, Lille and Brussels now departs. Euston Station is a few minutes further away. It is a short bus ride from London Bridge and Waterloo stations. Paddington is a tube ride away.

No hidden extras: Price quoted includes VAT (sales tax), bed linen, towels and cleaning. There are no hidden extras to pay to the property owner.

ALLERGY SUFFERERS: we have blinds (no curtains), wooden floors in the bedrooms (the only carpet is in the hallway) and can supply feather-free bedding on request.

HOW MANY PEOPLE ARE COMING? - we have six sleeping places but as we only have one bathroom we do not let the apartment to six people. If you are a party of five, please state if you would prefer to have three people sharing the largest bedroom (in one double and one single bed) OR one person sleeping in the living room. We will only make up beds for the number of people you tell us are staying.

If you have any questions about the apartment, the local area or London generally, please get in touch by email (you’ll get my email address when you book) or by using the VRBO platform.

Property manager

Melissa Mackey
Premier Host
Premier Host

Amenities

Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed
Pets not allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non-smoking only

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

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

About the neighborhood

London

Located in London, this apartment is in the city center. The British Museum and Royal Albert Hall are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Covent Garden Market and Liverpool Street. Traveling with kids? Make time for London Eye, or check out an event or a game at O2 Arena. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming.

What's nearby

  • Russell Square - 10 min walk
  • The British Museum - 14 min walk
  • St. Paul's Cathedral - 4 min drive
  • Trafalgar Square - 5 min drive
  • Piccadilly Circus - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Farringdon Underground Station - 7 min walk
  • Farringdon Station - 13 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • Noble Rot - 4 min walk
  • The Yorkshire Grey - 3 min walk
  • Knockbox Coffee - 4 min walk
  • Caffè Nero - 3 min walk
  • Pret a Manger - 3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious Apartment In Bloomsbury, Walking Distance To City & West End. Sleeps 5. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Apartment In Bloomsbury, Walking Distance To City & West End. Sleeps 5.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Apartment In Bloomsbury, Walking Distance To City & West End. Sleeps 5.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Apartment In Bloomsbury, Walking Distance To City & West End. Sleeps 5. located?

Located in the center of London, this family-friendly apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Russell Square and The British Museum. Covent Garden Market and Leicester Square are also within 1 mi (2 km). Farringdon Underground Station is 7 minutes by foot and Chancery Lane Underground Station is 8 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deb S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location and Loads of Space!!
Pros: Great host with good communication Great location close bus lines, train station, pubs, groceries, etc Space is large It is clean and stocked if you need to clean up after yourself Comfortable beds, sofas, dining Great folder with instructions, recommendations, and emergency instructions Already has some conversion plugs Cons: LOTS of stairs (two flights to main flat), then another one to the bath/ bedrooms (bags can difficult) The groceries are a small walk which is easy but if you are carrying a lot of groceries can be a haul Street noise can be a lot at certain times of day/ night… if you are a light sleeper, bring ear plugs or a white noise maker Slow drain of the shower
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darla P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay!
We LOVED our stay in this flat! The location is convenient, safe, and quiet. After a full day of sightseeing, it felt as if we were coming home. The flat is spacious and well equipped. I would stay here again and highly recommend it!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mrs
Great!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet spot
This apartment is in a great location, with lots to see within an easy walk and plenty of bus and tube stops very nearby. It's in a nice little neighborhood with plenty of decent restaurants and pubs nearby. The visitors' guide provided by 1the host is very fine- detailed, precise, comprehensive and useful, with lots of good advice about where in the area to find everything you might need or wish for, and our host, Melissa, was an ideal of helpfulness and accommodation. The apartment itself is spacious, light, and well-supplied in all respects. The stairs to the bedroom floor are steep; perhaps not best for those with knee problems. Otherwise, top marks
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Virginia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
London VRBO
Property was beautiful, spacious and well furnished. The location was fantastic and close to several tube stations and within walking distance to many of Landon’s famous tourist attractions. Property owner (Melissa) was great, responded right away to any question and was extremely helpful.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Melissa Mackey

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This apartment is owned by Electric Marketing, a database marketing company set up in 1991 by Melissa Mackey. Electric Marketing's offices are on the ground and first floors of the building, the apartment is on the second and third floors. You will share a front door and hallway with our office team during weekdays, but no one will visit the apartment during your stay unless you come down to the ground floor and ask us for help. This means that there is always someone on site to help you if you have any problems eg light bulb needs replacing or something is broken. Equally we are aware that most people want to be allowed to enjoy their holiday in private and we won't visit unless there is a serious issue that needs to be fixed. If you have a problem at the weekend, our contact phone numbers are in a folder of useful information in the living room.

Why they chose this property

There is no doubt that John Street in Bloomsbury is a smart part of town, close to Grays Inn and full of barristers' chambers and legal firms. As well as the lawyers, our near neighbours are the Charles Dickens Museum, noted actors and artists as well as the ITV news studios on Grays Inn Road.

John Street and adjoining Doughty Street are steeped in history as these houses have stood for 250 years.

It is a safe and secure part of London, walking distance to the West End and to the City of London, close to shops and restaurants and yet quiet at night so that you can sleep easily.

If you are coming to London for reasons other than pleasure, John Street is walking distance from Great Ormond Street Hospital, University College Hospital, British Library, London School of Economics and University College London.

What makes this property unique

You are in the centre of London, close enough to walk to most of the places you'll want to visit, short bus or tube rides to other tourist must-sees, but this is a quiet, secure part of town with little night time traffic or noise. The most common phrases in our visitor's book are 'great location' and 'we'll be back'.

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