Attractive, central London flat, free broadband - Great neighbourhood, extremely close to transport
Apartment with 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6
A superb modern apartment in an historic Georgian townhouse, built in 1774. Overlooking a park (Highbury Fields), it is less than a minute from the underground (Victoria Line), and 3 minutes from a supermarket. The apartment, at the top of the building affording it fine views, is attractive and comfortable with one double bedroom room, and one twin. Highbury Place is one of the most elegant and sought-after streets in Islington, itself a very fashionable part of London. The house was built as a grand townhouse as London was expanding in the eighteenth century. At the time, the surrounding land was devoted to dairy farming and to this day the Fields remain as a reminder of the area's rural past. In 1774, horse and carriage would whisk you to the centre of town, now the area is superbly connected by public transport - rail, underground and tube. King's Cross/St Pancras is just a stop away on the tube and is the new home for the Eurostar, the express train to Paris and Brussels.
The double bedroom
The living room
The Kitchen
The bathroom
Highbury Fields in the Spring
The Georgian exterior
The apartment is one minute from the Highbury and Islington underground which means you can be in Oxford Street, London's most famous shopping street in just 10 minutes. Equally, Soho, The West End, Westmister and the Southbank are easy to get to from the flat, which makes it an ideal base from which to explore London or to reach business meetings. But you will enjoy getting to know the local area too. Part of an historic Grade II listed terraced house, the apartments lies at the top of one of London's 'destination streets' (Upper Street), renowned for its shops, theatres and restaurants.
The house overlooks Highbury Fields, "the jewel of our borough," according to London's colourful mayor, and local resident Boris Johnson which is "positively bursting with artistic and cultural delights" (including fabulous listed buildings and monuments, tennis courts and a public swimming pool and gym.) Walk up Highbury Place and you are soon in Highbury Barn, one of London’s attractive villages and home to several specialist shops including La Fromagerie and Frank Godfrey, an outstanding organic, free-range butcher. Many of our guests comment on the apartment's attractive 'feel', making it the perfect place to come home to. (Please note this is a non-smoking apartment).
Facilities for this holiday apartment in Islington, South East
Property
Type:
Apartment
Nearest Airport:
City/Heathrow/Gatwick/Stansted - 4.5/20/27/34 miles
Nearest Port:
Folkstone - 70 miles
Nearest Bar/Pub:
The Famous Cock - 2 mins
Nearest Restaurant:
Cafe Zero - 2 mins
Location Type:
City, Good Nightlife
Bedrooms:
1 Double Bedroom, 1 Twin Bedroom. The master bedroom has a double bed, the second bedroom two singles. In addition, there is a sofa bed in the sitting room, which sleeps two. There a safe in the main bedroom.
Bathrooms:
1 Bathroom. A good sized bathroom with bath and separate, full-sized shower. The window overlooks the garden.
Kitchen:
Cooker, Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Iron. The attractive kitchen is well equipped with coffee machines, toaster, plenty of crockery and a picnic basket!
General:
Central Heating, Telephone, House Linen, Towels Provided, Internet Access. For guests staying longer than seven days we provide a complimentary mid-stay clean, which includes a change of linen and towels.
Dining:
Seating for 6. There is a circular table with room for six people.
Entertainment:
Terrestrial TV, Video, DVD, Radio, CD System, Board Games. Freeview digital television is available.
Outside:
Parking. We can provide parking vouchers at cost (approximately £6 a day.)
Suitability:
Children Welcome, Not Suitable For Wheelchairs, Sorry - No Pets Allowed, Sorry - No Smokers.
Our apartment is on the top (third) floor. It sleeps six, but there is no lift, so it would not be suitable for anyone who is infirm. Pushchairs can be left on the ground floor at your own risk.
Local activities in and around Islington, South East
The flat is located close to where leafy Highbury, stylish Islington and youthful Holloway meet. So without ever going into the centre of London you will find a lot of what capital is famous for in easy walking distance.
Green Spaces: Highbury Fields, with its swimming pool, gym and tennis courts, is on the doorstep. On a sunny day it’s a lovely place to spend some time, perhaps taking in a coffee at the Oasis Café. It’s one of London’s smaller public parks, but the biggest open space in Islington.
Fine food and dining: Upper Street is one of London’s most celebrated dining locations. The restaurants range from high-dining to friendly bistro with a few chains thrown in. You’ll also find plenty of nightlife along Upper Street including clubs and cocktail bars. Try: Ottolenghi (Remy award-winning, seriously stylish), Le Mercury (lovely, long-established pre-restaurant diner) and Gem (charming Kurdish café-style restaurant). But really the possibilities are endless.
Serious shopping: Again, Upper Street is the alternative to the West End. As well as the designer chains (Whistles, Ghost, Toast and Brora) you’ll find bespoke tailors Charlie Allen and brother Joe, the furniture shop TwentyOne and interior shop Aria among many other very individual stores.
Performing arts: From the world-famous Almeida theatre to the Saldler’s Wells dance venue, from the King’s Head theatre pub to the Hen and Chickens comedy club, the area boasts destination live performance spaces – and it’s all in easy walking distance of the flat. And if you are into pop and rock, the Garage music venue is reopening after refurbishment very soon.
Museums and galleries: London’s national isntitutions are a tube ride away, but Highbury has a couple of excellent private galleries including the Hart Gallery (contemporary art and ceramics) and the Estorick Collection of modern Italian art.
Sport: Arsenal have just moved into their new stadium home. A must if you can get a ticket.
The apartment lies at the junction of Upper Street and Holloway Road (the A1) in Islington, which is in north London. The Automobile Association (www.theaa.com) provide route maps from any postcode.
Rental rates for this apartment
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6 Oct - 31 Dec 2009
£910.00
€1071.07
$1483.30
Rental Notes: The weekly price (£980) is based on six people. For four people, the rate is £910 for a week. For five nights, for four people it is £140 per night, and for less than five nights, £150. Ten percent discount for four weeks or longer.
Change over dates are flexible. Check in times are generally after 3pm and check out by 10am, but this is flexible if no other guests are using the flat immediately before or afterwards. Luggage can be left with the owners (who live in the same building) for short periods of time.
Guestbook
" 'What a wonderful apartment. So close to the tube, excellent outlook, well equipped and such great taste. Thanks so much for the wine, flowers and welcome card. It was a thoughtful touch. We loved our short time here and hope to be back soon.' " - June 2007
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'You came highly recommended from family and we can see why. A bright, clean flat that welcomed us 'home' each night. It was great to spread out and have our own space. Thank you for the welcome package.'
" - June 2007
"'Thank you for the wonderful welcome card and most enjoyable wine. Had a great time visiting London. It was made even better by this lovely flat and all your hospitality.' " - August 2007
"'Thank you for sharing your lovely flat. It is wonderful.' " - August 2007
"'We feel like at home! The flat is lovely.' " - September 2007
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Holiday Apartment in england - South East - London - Islington
