Crescent Elegance

Halfway between the luxury shopping opportunities on Kings Road and the world-famous museums of South Kensington, this home is a perfectly-situated West London escape (there's a tube station just a few minutes away if you're itching to explore other neighbourhoods). There's more space than you'd expect from its humble, cottage-like exterior and space-saving features like the twisty spiral staircase only add to the charm. While the living room might be a little snug with four guests, there's more than enough space in the kitchen and dining room for dinner parties – which are bound to turn into evening drinks on the private patio.

Home truths:
*There’s a rare chance your host might need to carry out house viewings during your stay – advance notice would be given.
*Access to the bedroom floor is via a steep spiral staircase, so guests with reduced mobility should take care and children supervised at all times.
*This home faces a main road, so you may hear some traffic noise. Light sleepers might want to opt for the bedroom overlooking the patio.
*If you're travelling with little ones, your host can provide a cot for free on request.
*Your host asks you to respect quiet hours between 9pm and 9am.