Curiosity Calls

A veritable cabinet of curiosities, this extraordinary Grade II-listed home tells a story at every turn. A real hidden gem, it's just off lively Mile End Road, tucked away behind wisteria and ivy-clad cast-iron railings. Private walled gardens add to the sense that you’re discovering a secret hideaway. The house was built in 1741 and rescued by the Spitalfields Trust before being purchased by a pair of collectors, one a British historian, and the other a landscape gardener. They poured their expertise, passion, and care into restoring every inch of this four-storey treasure trove, carefully applying layers of thin paints and chalks to the lime plaster walls – keep an eye out for the ornate chimneypiece that once had a home in the notorious Tom King’s Coffee House.

Home truths:
*For stays of 28 nights or more, please enquire directly with the Plum Guide team. Cancellations made 14 or more days before check-in would be eligible for a 50% refund. Cancellations made less than 14 days before check-in would not be eligible for a refund.
*Children under the age of 12 are not allowed.
*Well-behaved dogs are welcome to join you.
*This home is spread over four floors – it may not be suitable for those with reduced mobility.
*Two dongle routers provide the wi-fi. Given the size of this home, the signal can be inconsistent in some areas.
*This is a Grade II listed home with historic features and decor. Your host asks that you look at the photos so you know what to expect.
*While the second bathroom hasn’t been photographed, we expect the style and standard to be consistent.*Early check-ins and late check-outs are available upon request only. They can be arranged close to your arrival or departure date.