We are located on Abingdon Road, London W8, one of London's premier addresses, and near neighbours to William & Kate (and George, Charlotte and Louis) who have moved in down the road. Abingdon Road is a peaceful and quiet street despite being minutes from the centre of things.
If you do not know London well, the old mantra of 'Location, Location, Location' means a great deal in this city. Also look carefully at the size of your rental. Spending a week in a tiny studio apartment or even a small one-bedder can prove to be a little miserable. We are fortunate in being able to offer our guests much more room than most, plus a gorgeous terrace.
We attach great store to what our guests tell us. In fact we are fortunate to have many reviews left by our guests.
We are proud of our apartment; and want you to be as comfortable and relaxed as possible, so we have tried to think of everything. The apartment is located one up from ground and is the entire floor of a converted Victorian house. There is no elevator, but the 15 or so stairs are not taxing.
We have a comfortable UK king size bed (150x200cm) with a luxurious Hypnos mattress and we believe in providing the finest Egyptian cotton sheets, which get many a favourable comment from our guests. The bedroom faces the gardens at the rear to ensure that even the lightest sleepers get a good night's sleep.
We have some great local restaurants (check out The Abingdon and W8 Kitchen) and a range of excellent supermarkets within a few minutes walk (Waitrose, Whole Foods etc).
You can also easily walk to High Street Kensington underground station (about 7 mins), the Royal Holland & Hyde Parks, Marks and Spencer, Kensington Palace, or just about any store that you might need.
We are also conveniently located for the Victoria & Albert Museum, the Natural History Museum, Science Museum, the Albert Hall, the National Gallery and the principal sites of London (Buckingham Palace, the Eye, Theatres, The Tate, The Thames Walk etc).
London's newest museum, the Design Museum, is a short walk from our apartment - with 10,000 square feet of spectacular space and a permanent collection (to which entry is free) of over 1,000 objects in a wide variety of exhibits from the world of architecture and design.
As a result most of our guests are regular visitors, often people who are staying for longer and find regular holiday apartments too confined. We are also very popular with honeymoon couples.
Wherever possible we provide a personal check-in so that we can orientate you to the area and help you plan the best way to make the most of your stay. And if you need us, we are at the end of a phone.
Our conservatory has blackout blinds the bathroom features a fabulous overhead rain shower. We also have a flat screen TV and a desk full of London guides and information.
You may have heard that London has a cycle hire scheme - a great way to get around the centre (just ask Arnold Schwartzenegger) – and we have three docking stations within a couple of minutes walk
Plus we can help with cars from the airport, theatre bookings and restaurants etc.
We very much look forward to welcoming you and making your stay in London as comfortable as possible.
Mark & Sophia (and the kids!)
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
London
London City Centre, a neighbourhood in London, is home to this apartment. Kensington High Street and Oxford Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens. Check out an event or a game at Royal Albert Hall, and consider making time for Natural History Museum, a top attraction not to be missed.
How much does it cost to stay at Kensington Roof Garden- 1000 Sq Feet Abingdon Road W8?
As of 27 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kensington Roof Garden- 1000 Sq Feet Abingdon Road W8 on 17 May, 2026 start from S$512, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at Kensington Roof Garden- 1000 Sq Feet Abingdon Road W8?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Kensington Roof Garden- 1000 Sq Feet Abingdon Road W8?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Kensington Roof Garden- 1000 Sq Feet Abingdon Road W8 located?
Located in London City Centre, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Kensington High Street and Kensington Gardens. Hyde Park and Kensington Palace are also within 1 mile (2 km). High Street Kensington Station is only a 5-minute walk and Earl's Court Station is 13 minutes.
Reviews
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What a great place to stay! The hosts were great and even checked in on me to make sure all was well. The flat is very clean and has all the amenities you could want. Centrally located in London to get anywhere you want easily. Not only do I highly recommend this location and the hosts but I’ll definitely be back here!Thanks for everything.
Fantastic apartment just off Kensington High Street. Very easy walk to tube station and bus stop. Owners were lovely to deal with and the apartment was beautifully appointed. Cafe below plus Kitchen W8 and Raj of Kensington. Would definitely stay again!
I can not say enough kind things about Mark. They met us there on arrival, and were accommodating with getting us in early. Even when the internet stopped working, he brought us a new router! Truly a wonderful experience!
10/10 stay. Mark was absolutely wonderful and the flat was perfect. We love London and are frequent visitors. Kensington is our favorite neighborhood and we found our favorite place to stay. Comfortable, clean, every amenity you can think of. It’s the type of place I would buy - and that is the ultimate seal of approval. Highly recommended: Kitchen W8 downstairs. We enjoyed a very special meal there and it was worth every penny. Also recommended: excellent shops in the neighborhood, Holland Park, and a short walk to the Tube. The #9 bus on the High Street will take you right to the center of the city. There wasn’t one thing to find fault with. Reserve if you can!
Absolutely wonderful flat with the best hosts (Mark & Sophie). Mark was there to meet us upon our arrival to make sure we settled in well. The location is perfect. We were there 2 weeks and only wish it could have been so much longer.
Kensington Roof Garden was a perfect location. Just off Kensington High Street but also quiet. The flat was comfortable and well maintained. We liked the layout and the patio was wonderful. The only concern for some may be the short flight of stairs. The hosts were attentive and welcoming.
Spacious flat with modern kitchen incl dishwasher and clothes washer.
Very clean with nice bright bathroom. AC worked well in bedroom but the main room gets warm when it’s sunny since it’s west facing. Mark was super responsive to a few things and made our stay excellent.
Mark was very responsive and helpful with checking in and out. Everything in the unit was as described. It was comfortable and well decorated. We had a heat spell so the a/c in the bedroom was helpful. Very good location near restaurants and tube station. The rooftop deck was very nice in the evening. We enjoyed our time there very much!
Outstanding communication with the property owner before and during the stay. Everything was exactly as pictured and described. We loved the location, with easy access to bus lines and tubes. Will definitely be our london lodging of choice anytime we are in the city.
Fabulous location, very clean with all the goodies you require for a comfortable stay. Mark was excellent and very attentive with any questions. Would absolutely recommend.
The apartment was clean, comfortable and well equipped. Although located on a quiet street, it was convenient to transportation, restaurants, grocery stores and attractions. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
We had a wonderful 5-day trip and felt very comfortable and relaxed in this luxurious apartment. It was very well-equipped and a real home from home and in a perfect location. Thoroughly recommend, spacious and attractive and very easy check in check out.
The flat was just as described. The neighborhood was very convenient and enjoyable with restaurants, grocery stores and the Tube close by. The roof is great, but the office workers across the street let us know they have a clear view of it and the living room. Communication initially could have been better- the owner was out of the country and didn't respond to emails in the 2 weeks before our trip. That meant we also didn't get an in person orientation to the flat (don't miss that there is a light switch just inside the front door of the building!), but he was very responsive to WhatsApp messages during our stay. If you need to park your luggage, the dry cleaner on the corner is a Luggage Hero site.
Loved our stay in Mark’s flat. Roomy and comfortable. The mini split air conditioner in the bedroom was magical. Lots of sites are nearby, plus easy access to the tube for further exploring. In the neighborhood, we enjoyed eating at Scarsdale Tavern, The Abingdon, and Dishoom. Takeaway from W8 Cafe was convenient when we wanted to watch tennis at the flat. Waitrose for groceries. We did lots of walking through Holland Park. Easy tube rides to central London, the west end, as well as Richmond, Wimbledon.
Caroline H.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
About the host
Hosted by Mark Browning
Why they chose this property
The W8 post code was last year voted in the Press as London's most desirable address. We love the area and the apartment is a home for us not just a rental.
What makes this property unique
Plenty of space, a fabulous terrace, high thread count linens, a brand new kitchen and bathroom, unrivalled location, Whole Foods on your doorstep, free phone calls, wi-fi broadband, state of the art TV, great local restaurants (check out W8 Kitchen and Whits), and plenty more
Languages:
English, German
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests