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Architect's Christmas: Atelier-Flat and courtyard: 3 mins. to Westfield shops!

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
A modern kitchen with built-in cabinets, a microwave, oven, and a blue refrigerator.
A room with a large open shelving unit containing books, kitchenware, and storage bins.
A compact kitchen with a dining area, a blue refrigerator, and a clock on the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Ping pong on-site
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Westfield London Shopping Centre
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Balcony
  • Internet access
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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London, England
  • Place, Westfield London Shopping Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Kensington High Street
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Olympia Events
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Architect's Christmas: Atelier-Flat and courtyard: 3 mins. to Westfield shops!

This spacious and light-filled one bed, [2 WC's + 1 Bath/shower combination] loft-style atelier and flat with 3.0 metre ceilings is located within a converted 1880's warehouse: this will be your discrete, quiet and colourful West London hideaway. Our atelier in Shepherds Bush is opposite WESTFIELD shopping centre and West12 shops which are a 2-5 minutes' walk away. You will also have the use of our gated courtyard for chatting, tea-drinking, hanging out, and smoking. One more WC/basin on lower landing = the 3 half baths: never a queue for a basin or loo! The premises are former BBC offices and Studios: this Victorian-era building [once called "The Dairy"] is the bohemian setting for a totally refurbished one-bed atelier/apartment by two architects for the design-minded visitor. WESTFIELD is Europe's largest shopping and leisure centre packed with cinemas, [32 VUE.COM cinema screens within 5 minutes of here], shoppes, and any type of restaurant or café you could imagine. John Lewis opened this year expanding the complex northward to Wood Lane Tube. In Woodstock Studios itself, you can rub shoulders with great musicians [since several household names record their music here] and creatives in our Bohemian courtyard and apartment designed by Harvard and Cambridge University Tutors. Our apartment in the locally-famous “Woodstock Studios” allows you to live in Shepherd’s Bush near to Holland Park, Brook Green, Kensington’s big museums, Imperial College, Kew Gardens, and much more... [these major attractions are 20-45 minutes away by bikes which are available at several TfL Santander Bike rental stations nearby]. From the attractive planting in the courtyard to the lush roof gardens, this is a famous building from back in the day when Alec Guinness filmed spy stories in this former studio premises. Now filled with musicians [recording studios, artists' flats, music producers] architects, creative folk from digital to printmaking, this live/work unit is available from July till late 2018 and beyond [watch this space]. • 65 square metres or 700 square feet with a large live/work area and generous private studio/sleeping space • 7 desks available for art, photography, design, and digital media, laptop friendly with excellent WiFi. • Perfect for a creative couple or can sleep two couples on the two Danish beds • Quiet all evenings, mornings, and weekends but the vibe is creative and lively in the courtyard on work days • Bath and shower room with Miele washing machine, separate WC • Gated courtyard, building and studio security with CCTV and a very safe night-time area • Near to Jamie’s Italian and innumerable bars, pubs, and cafes: WEB SEARCH for “W12, W8, W14 London” for hundreds of cafes, restos, and shopping choices a very short walk away. • APPLIANCES: Miele and Siemens •LIGHTING: Zumtobel + Lutron DALI lighting control system • DESKS: Vitsoe by Dieter Rams • SOFA/BEDS: from Denmark • TABLE: Ebbe Gehl from Denmark • KITCHEN: Silestone worktop, stainless steel components • SHUTTERS: New England Shutter Company of London You will find many details to please the most design conscious traveller !
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
SMOKING ALLOWED in our creative courtyard downstairs!

Important information

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Property # 1451276vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

London

Located in Hammersmith and Fulham, a neighbourhood in London, this apartment is near theme parks and near a water park. Marble Arch and Olympia Events are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include Natural History Museum and London Eye. Check out an event or a game at Royal Albert Hall, and consider making time for Chessington World of Adventures, a top attraction not to be missed. Power boating and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Westfield London Shopping Centre - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Shepherd's Bush Empire - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Kensington High Street - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Olympia Events - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Holland Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Shepherd's Bush Underground Station - 4 min walk
  • Shepherd's Bush Station - 6 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Central Bar (Wetherspoon) - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ben's Cookies - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Architect's Christmas: Atelier-Flat and courtyard: 3 mins. to Westfield shops! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Architect's Christmas: Atelier-Flat and courtyard: 3 mins. to Westfield shops!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Architect's Christmas: Atelier-Flat and courtyard: 3 mins. to Westfield shops!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Architect's Christmas: Atelier-Flat and courtyard: 3 mins. to Westfield shops! located?

Located in Hammersmith and Fulham, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Westfield London Shopping Centre, Kensington High Street and Olympia Events. Hyde Park and Oxford Street are also within 3 miles (5 km). Shepherd's Bush Underground Station is only a 4-minute walk and Shepherd's Bush Market Underground Station is 11 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

J. Keath E.

Wonderful Spot! Don't pass this up!

If it's your first time to London area OR if you travel there on a consistent basis, this is a great spot! Converted warehouse/architech space in "Woodstock Studios" that is clean, warm, safe and certainly comfortable, yet eclectic with a very cool style! Very convienient at Sheppard Bush stop, with strong shopping at Westfield Mall and Tube acces 5 minutes away. My 6 night stay here felt more like a treat in that it's not your typical hotel/cookie cutter space. Appointed very well with all you might imagine to be on the go, or shop a big dinner minutes away and have family and friends over, it all will come together! All this and more, this place is great! It also should be noted that his pricing was the best I found of anything in the area covering most all of London, thumbs up! NOW...the bonus part in stayin here is Michael! He is wonderful! ...in that he was very insightful in assisting me to understand not only the space he rented me and overall London area, but actually spent over an hour with me in the close by mall for my shopping needs and places I might want to visit. Great help for sure! It was my first time in London which I stayed a week (...then went on to Paris and Amsterdam) and with his help and knowledge, it was the best place to stay by far! When I go back to the UK, this will be the first place I book and know that I will be taken care of and will not have any issues for my stay. Try it, you will be very pleased!
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Jake was a great guest who really appreciated the design features of the atelier/flat. I very much enjoyed offering my suggestions and showing him around my neighbourhood. I would gladly refer Jake to all future owners since he is a very nice guy who will get on well with anyone...HIghly Recommended! With thanks for your stay and looking forward to your next visit, Best Regards, Michael

About the host

Hosted by Michael L. McNamara

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Michael is an architect and a university lecturer who founded HOMECLUB™ to help young people to buy their own London homes. He calls himself the "Poor Country Architect" who tries to find the best way to build a good home on a shoestring budget. He and his wife love their 3 cats and cycle everywhere in London! For the moment they own a total of zero internal combustion engines...

Why they chose this property

Shepherds Bush is now one of London's liveliest and most creative areas: the music business, among others, thrives here in dozens of world-renowned venues and recording studios [the late PRINCE played one of his last concerts 5 minutes from here] and many artists, musicians, composers, and filmmakers call Hammersmith home. The flat is 3-30 minutes by bicycle from too many attractions to name including Westfield [on foot, 3 minutes] Holland Park [by bike, 12 minutes], Kensington museums [by bike, 25 minutes], Kew Gardens and Richmond Park [Tube/Train + bike 35 minutes], to name a few.

What makes this property unique

Once a BBC building, our converted warehouse was named "The Dairy" in the 1880's. In its illustrious history, Alec Guinness and Bernard Hepton were filmed here for the BBC series "Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy." This creative building is home to some household names in the fields of music, architecture, and design. Come and get creative in our friendly courtyard and atelier spaces.

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