Olympia's Torch – 1 Bedroom in Kensington

If you’re a fan of neat city boltholes within easy reach of all the major attractions, this homely apartment in the heart of Kensington might be just what the doctor ordered.

Enjoy this spacious, stylish and comfortable 1 bedroom flat in Kensington, with garden space, light living room and a dedicated office room. Just a 2 minute walk from Kensington Olympia Overground station.

If you’re a fan of neat city boltholes within easy reach of all the major attractions, this homely apartment in the heart of Kensington might be just what the doctor ordered.
You won’t find any show stopping amenities here – although fellow bibliophiles might agree that the well-stocked bookcase is worth writing home about – but you’re just a few minutes’ walk from Kensington (Olympia) Station, your link to the capital’s most popular tourist destinations. Embark on a whistle-stop tour of the city via the London Overground or set off on foot and experience all that the bustling streets of Kensington have to offer.

When you’ve had your fill of being out and about, we wouldn’t blame you if all you wanted to do was sit back and relax in your cosy home from home. Savour a well-deserved cup of tea as you catch up on your favourite shows or get dressed into your comfiest pyjamas and treat yourself to an early night. However you like to unwind, this place has got you covered.

Whether you are traveling for work or leisure, our place has all the essentials you need for a comfortable stay.

Home Truths:
- Basement flat
- Big private patio (we try to keep the patio area clean however it can sometimes become stained)
- Garden furniture
- 1 bedroom only and we do not generally recommend more than 2 guests staying here

- Contact-free check-in
- Handy digital house manual including handpicked local recommendations
- Free WiFi
- Fresh bed linen, towels and bathroom essentials
- Pre-cleaning before your arrival
- Extra cleaning services available
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Laundry facilities
- Smart TV
- Baby amenities available at request
- And more!

Private access to the entire flat.

Van Zyl and his team know what it takes to ensure guests receive the most courteous, professional and welcoming service, so you can be sure you will be in good hands. Should you have any questions or queries regarding the property or the area it’s located in, the team will be happy to help. Their contact details will be supplied once your booking is confirmed.

Hammersmith might feel slightly hectic in the area immediately surrounding the station, but fear not: attractive riverside walks, tranquil parks and village-like enclaves with great gastropubs are never more than a few minutes walk away. You`ll be sharing the pavements and parks for the most part with young professionals and families.

Below are some local recommendations for you to try during your stay:

Restaurants

Pentolina
Rustic-style neighbourhood restaurant for traditional Italian mains, pasta dishes and regional wine.

The Bird & Hand
Italian pizzas and cichetti sharing plates in a former pub with a modern, rustic-chic refit.

Popeseye
Simple venue serving a limited all-steak menu using exclusively sourced, 28-day hung Scottish beef.

The Dove
The Dove has been a fixture of London life for centuries. Set right on the River Thames, it`s the best pub in Hammersmith for great atmosphere, wonderful seasonal food and of course a quenching pint or whatever takes your fancy.

Coffee Shops & Lunch

Swallow Coffee Shop
A short walk from Goldhawk Road station you`ll find Swallow Coffee Shop serving coffee from Ozone. Spread over three floors and with free Wifi, there`s plenty of room to lounge or work away from home.

Another Brother
Both Another Brother locations serve freshly roasted, high quality Caravan coffee and if you love it, you can purchase a bag of beans both in store or online.

Kave Cafe
100% vegetarian cafe in Shepherd`s Bush and Hammersmith Vegan friendly

Pubs
The Havelock
The Bracken bury
The Ship Pub

You can enjoy the wonderful location of the flat, being minutes away from Kensington Olympia station and an 11 minute walk to Shepherds Bush.

PLEASE NOTE - this apartment is located in the basement, one floor below ground floor. So might not be suitable for those with mobility issues.

LOCATION - Guests can enjoy the wonderful location of the flat, being minutes away from Kensington Olympia station and an 11 minute walk to Shepherds Bush. However, please note that due to the property`s close proximity to the overground station, the sound of the trains can occasionally be heard from time to time.

UPON BOOKING: If you do not have any reviews we will need you to provide more details about yourself (ie. work credentials such as a LinkedIn profile or similar) and the purpose of your stay.

EARLY CHECK-IN: A guaranteed early check-in can be arranged subject to availability at an extra charge.

LATE CHECK OUT: On the day of departure, we kindly ask all guests to vacate the property by 11AM. A guaranteed late check-out can be arranged subject to availability at an extra charge.

LONGER STAYS: For stays 14 nights and longer, complimentary cleaning may be provided. Details to be confirmed after booking

BABY COT - A baby travel cot (also known as a `pack and play`) and high chair are available upon request (for a surcharge), but we must have at least 3 days notice.

AIR BED - Please give advanced notice if you require us to prepare the airbed for your stay.
The airbed will be an additional £59 for the linen and set up
*Please respect the neighbours and keep the noise down between 10pm and 8am
*No house parties
*No smoking allowed
*No pets allowed
*Please remove your shoes inside the property
*Total number of occupants will not exceed the quoted number unless agreed beforehand
*Please do not move furniture
*All trash and perishables must be disposed of and dishes washed before departure
*Failing to return keys to the key box will result in an extra fee of £90
*Losing a set of keys will result in an *£150 charge to get them replaced. (*The penalty charge may be more if we need to get the locks changed.)

We provide our guests with a `home away from home` experience. Therefore, we would really appreciate all our guests to leave the place as close to as how they found it. Any excessive mess that requires our cleaners to go beyond the standard check out clean (changing linen, preparing the property for the next guest and restocking of general house supplies etc.) will be charged to the guests. Please also note that we will charge a penalty fee of £500 if any of our house rules are broken.