Newly renovated house in Shaftesbury Villas, Allen Street W8, with a spacious reception room and private patio

Stepping into the house on the ground floor, the entrance hall offers storage and a guest cloakroom, before opening onto the reception room.

This is a generous space with a double-height ceiling, separate dining and seating areas, an open-plan kitchen and a working fireplace stove.

Upstairs, on the first floor, the principal bedroom has an ensuite bathroom with stone tiling and decorative patterns. At the opposite end of the floor is a second bedroom with ensuite bathroom and picturesque south-facing views.

The property includes a patio with enough space to sit outside.

Shaftesbury Villas are a group of stuccoed Victorian houses set back from the road, built in 1856 and modelled on nearby Scarsdale Villas. The surrounding streets have a village-like atmosphere, with popular local restaurants and cafes adding to the community feel. Kensington High Street is at the end of the road, with its celebrated shops and convenient underground station. In addition, the entrance to Holland Park is a short walk away.