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Why rent a flat? Stay in a Victorian House w/ Private walled Garden to yourself

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Bright living room looks out into private patio garden
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well-stocked kitchen
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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London, ENG
  • Regent's Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • ZSL London Zoo
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • The British Museum
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • London (LCY-London City)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Why rent a flat? Stay in a Victorian House w/ Private walled Garden to yourself

Character-filled, 2 bed Victorian end-terrace cottage with private garden. Instead of being in a flat with people above or below you, why not rent an entire house? Located on a quiet street in a conservation area, just down the road from Camden Market, there are great transport links nearby and is especially convenient for Eurostar. It has kingsize and double beds to easily accommodate 4 people. There is also a comfy double sofa bed that can sleep an additional 2 people. The private back garden has an outdoor sofa and BBQ. It's a perfect place to enjoy morning coffee/tea, evening drinks and/or cook up a gourmet meal after visiting one of the local farmer's markets.

The house is on a quiet tree lined street in a conservation area in the heart of Camden. Camden market literally at the other end of my short road, a 2-3 minute walk away. Primrose hill, London Zoo and Hampstead Heath are all a 5-10 walk away. The rest of London is easily accessible from here as well.

It's got great transports links all times of day, even late at night -- which is quite rare in London. Camden Tube, Chalk Farm Tube and Kentish town west overground stations are within 1-9 min walk. Local buses 24 and 168 can also be used to get in Soho/west end and waterloo/southbank quickly and easy. The 31 bus takes you straight to Notting hill. The 46 bus, which is 1min away, stops directly outside St Pancs for easy Eurostar travel. Heathrow, Gatwick, Luton and Stansted are very convenient from this central location. (Let me know before your arrival and I will let you know the quickest/easiest/cheapest way to travel to/from your destination.) Parking is severely restricted around the house, as we are so close to the Market. That said, parking is free around the corner from 6.30pm Friday to 8.30am Monday should you bring a car with you.

I'm happy to have as much or as little interaction as you'd like.

This is my primary residence which I live in when it's not rented out. As this is my house, there are some personal belongings around, which makes the house feel like a home and not a soulless rental property. (I leave most of the closets and shelves totally empty of personal belongings for guest use). The kitchen is fully equipped and stocked with all necessary pans, plates, etc. (I have an herb garden out back that you are welcome to help yourself to.)

Guests have access to the entire house: 2 double Bedrooms, kitchen/dining room, living room, and bathroom. There's also a sofa bed that sleeps 2. A travel cot can be provided if required. Please let me know before your stay. In addition to typical holiday rentals, I've also had many 5 star rated longer-term stays, hosting a range of people in scenarios such as: professors on semesters abroad at UCL, London business school (and the like), professionals on sabbatical, retirees on extended stays in London, local Londoners with pets who are having work done to their own properties. Please get in touch if you're looking for a stay 90+ days.
Note: I used to have cats, but don't have them anymore. The house has been cat free since 2019. I often host people with dogs as the walled garden and park across the road make it very convenient for furry friends.
Due to a fraudulent experience with a previous renter from this site, I will ask for proof of identity when accepting a booking. Please be prepared to send proof of ID if asked.

Property manager

Ali McKnight
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Not ideal for kids under 2 because of the cats
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Added charge per pet £25/per night.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

London

Located in London, this holiday home is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Finsbury Park and Hyde Park, while ZSL London Zoo and Madame Tussauds Wax Museum are popular area attractions. Check out an event or a game at Emirates Stadium, and consider making time for London Eye, a top attraction not to be missed. Take some time off to enjoy the health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like cycling and rock climbing nearby.
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London, ENG

What's nearby

  • Regent's Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • ZSL London Zoo - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
  • The British Museum - 8 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Piccadilly Circus - 11 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Hyde Park - 12 min drive - 6.3 km

Getting around

  • Kentish Town West Overground Station - 2 min walk
  • Chalk Farm Underground Station - 8 min walk
  • London (LCY-London City) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lock Tavern - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Fields Beneath - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Camden Town Brewery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tapping the Admiral - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Why rent a flat? Stay in a Victorian House w/ Private walled Garden to yourself pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Why rent a flat? Stay in a Victorian House w/ Private walled Garden to yourself?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Why rent a flat? Stay in a Victorian House w/ Private walled Garden to yourself?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Why rent a flat? Stay in a Victorian House w/ Private walled Garden to yourself located?

Located in Camden, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Camden Markets, Regent's Park and ZSL London Zoo. The British Museum and Oxford Street are also within 3 miles (5 km). Kentish Town West Overground Station is only a 2-minute walk and Chalk Farm Underground Station is 8 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Natalie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

London vacation

Wonderful place, had everything we needed and close to public transport. Camden Market just down the street with great food and shopping.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Tobias L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Excellent transportation links to any part of London made this location so convenient. A good size house for a couple who prefer a house to a flat.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A very pleasant stay close to Camden

We felt very comfortable in a homely house of character with a very nice homeowner
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home away from home

We had a fantastic stay at Alison’s home! The location was perfect, a 5 minute walk to Camden Market and a 10 minute walk to the Chalk Farm tube station. There are coffee shops, pubs and stores within walking distance too which was amazing. The amenities were great too-we were on a pretty long stay so it was great to be able to cook our own meals sometimes and have laundry available . We will definitely look to stay here again if/when we return.
Stayed 18 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana P., Dallas, TX, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely flat, great location

Had such a great time in this home in London! The location was so great, near the Camden Market and several bus lines. Plenty of room for us and everything we could need! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls get away in London

We had a lovely time in this cozy sunny home on a quiet tree lined street. The Kitchen was well stocked, bathroom clean with great water pressure, and beds were comfortable with nice linens. The location is unbeatable with a short walk to Camden Market, restaurants, bars and grocery store. The Tube is near by too. Although, Cambden is lively at night, the house was fairly quiet and we felt safe.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable Camden Flat

Perfectly situated by all transportation lines (bus, tube, train) this whole house flat was a welcome respite at the end of our busy day exploring London. Packed with convenience amenities like phone chargers in many rooms and good WiFi, we were able to work, play and relax during our week in London. What a beautiful home that was so well located!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

kathryn s., Oak Harbor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

House is in a great location. Close enough to Camden Market to walk there in about 5 min but far enough away that it’s quiet. The Tube is about a 10 min walk and it’s under 15 min ride to the inner city. It was great having a two story townhouse with a full kitchen and laundry. The house is older but decorating is cute and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tidy, Central Location - Great Communication

Perfectly located away from the hustle and bustle of Camden yet so accessible to all that London has to offer from the hive of activity that is the West End to the the bucolic sleepiness of Hempstead and Highgate. Ali is a great communicator - ensuring that any needs we had were taken care of. Her quaint house is perfect for a family of four and well appointed with all that we needed. Thank you Ali!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

JoAnne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, very cozy

This was a clean, inviting and cozy property. The location is close to 3 tube stations and is within walking distance of the bustling Camden Market. We would definitely stay again.

10/10 Excellent

Leonard Z., Wassenaar, Netherlands

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house and service

We stayed three nights in this house in a quiet street, but very close to the busy Camden Market area. The house had a nice garden, two cosy bed rooms, a living room with open kitchen and a bath room (good shower). The owner was very friendly and welcomed us when we arrived and also arranged the parking payments for our car. Would definitely recommend this place for a family.

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful stay in London

My family and I stayed in Alison's lovely Camden home for a terrific week in London. Allison was very responsive and helpful throughout, beginning with our booking all the way until we were headed home. She was there to meet us when we arrived and familiarized us with all of her house's ammenities. As a family, this property had everything we needed to ensure thatour stay went smoothly and that we were very comfortable throughout. We will definitely return to stay at Allison's house and heartily recommend to others.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tom P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

The most gorgeous home, in a brilliant location. The garden is sublime. It was everything you hope for when you book a property for a week - would gladly live their full time. Can’t recommend highly enough

10/10 Excellent

Richard G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely house in a great location.

The house is perfectly located for Camden Market and within easy walking distance of numerous shops, pubs and restaurants as well as the underground. The house itself is beautifully done, very comfortable and also has a lovely garden. I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karsten P., Søvind

Alison er en meget hjælpsom vært.

Et lækkert hus med en god beliggenhed.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kate M.

Lovely house. Great location.

Definitely recommend. Chose this house because ideal location for Roundhouse. Also perfect spot for exploring Camden, etc. Good pubs and restaurants close by. Beds were really comfy and house had a lovely feel to it. Only downside was that the cats weren't around during or stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

simon P.

home away from home

great location for a weekend in London , most places easy to get too and Camden Market on your door step
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Fanny B.

Parfait, à tous points de vue !!!

Nous avons vraiment passé un excellent séjour dans la charmante maison d'Alison. La demeure typique décorée avec goût est très fonctionnelle, agrémentée d'une belle terrasse et on se sent tout de suite chez soi dans cet intérieur cosy! A cela s'ajoute l'emplacement idéal : dans une rue calme, toute proche d'un parc mais aussi à proximité des stambles de Candem et autres lieux de vie londoniens. En outre, la propriétaire Ali a été toujours disponible, nous a donné de précieux conseils et une riche documentation pour profiter au mieux des vacances avec nos deux enfants. Bref, une location que je recommande vivement et dans laquelle nous retournerons avec grand plaisir !!!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Kerri A.

Great location, perfect home for a family.

We had a great stay at Ali’s. the location was so close to the tube and getting around was easy. The home was comfy and we were able to relax there after long days of sightseeing. The cats warmed up to us after a couple of days. They were sweet and no trouble at all. This house has everything we needed, including the quiet and private terrace.

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Wonderful home, Great location, and Excellent owner experience.

This was our family's first trip to London and also our first time using HomeAway. Ali was really great to work with and helped us with a number of first timer questions before our trip and also while we were in London. The house was perfect and offered all of the things you'd want or need to make us feel comfortable away from home. The cats were very friendly and also made us feel right at home. Initially (prior to booking and because we had never been to London before) I was concerned with the location being slightly outside of central London, but my concerns were wrong. Camden Town and the Market are fun to walk though and is different experience from the normal sightseeing. Coming from the US, the London Underground is amazing. You can effortlessly get anywhere in the city by hoping on the subway or bus. It's fast (less than 2 min waits), so convenient, and not expensive. This makes this location ideal and a breeze to get downtown. I would not hesitate to recommend this comfortable and charming home and also the owner that was so helpful. Ali, thank you for sharing your home with us. If/when we get to London again we hope that we can do something like that again as it was a very good experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Seth C.

Comfortable, well-appointed, and charming...in great location!

We loved this home, particularly its proximity to the overground (try the brewery on your way out!), underground, grocery stores, and Camden Market. Just a short walk to Hampstead Heath, Primrose Hill, and Regent's Park/Queen Mary's Rose Gardens. Also loved the charming garden, and having much more space than many London accommodations in this price range. The kitties were an interesting touch, and the home was well-appointed for cooking and every-day living. Ali was helpful and communicative.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Beautiful terrace house in a central location

The house was perfect. It was fully stocked and very comfortable. The house has huge windows, so it is very light and airy feeling. Close the shitters at night and it is perfect for sleeping. The patio was an added bonus which we enjoyed every morning while having coffee. The resident kitties appreciated that. The cats are adorable and no trouble at all. Allie is a great host and dis her best to make our stay perfect. The accessibility to Camden Market (so cool), Primrose Hill, and mass transit made this our favorite London apartment. Thanks for sharing your home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Nadine B.

Perfect home from home

Ali was great to communicate with and right from the offset I felt comfortable with the booking. The house is lovely; very comfortable, quiet and relaxing. The cats are gorgeous and no trouble at all. The house is located in a quiet street two minutes from Camden High Street. We had events planned for central London but it was a real bonus to have Camden market and especially The Stables on our doorstep for a meander. The house itself is well equipped, the beds (even the settee bed) are very comfortable and the garden is great for relaxing in; lucky for us the weather was warm and sunny. All in all the location and the house were perfect for us. We had a fantastic time; we ran out of time in the end and left without sorting out the bedding and bins which I am deeply embarrassed about; if Ali would have me again I would love to return. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this lovely place to stay in if you’re in London; so much more relaxing than a hotel room. Thanks for a wonderful and memorable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Douglas Y., Chicago

A perfect place to stay in London

Our family of 5 (2 adults, 2 teenagers, and a pre-teen) found this Kentish Town property the perfect place to stay for our week-long visit to London. It's an easy walk to either the Camden Town or Chalk Farm tube stop, and from there, all of London is at your doorstep. The kitchen is well appointed, and the small backyard is an excellent place to hang out. This is an excellent place for a family to stay while visiting London, and we would highly recommend it.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2017
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8/10 Good

Maureen P.

Great Location

This property worked really well for us. We shared with Minnie & Trixie, the two resident cats. Managed the feeds and the kitty-litter OK. Train, bus and Camden Town all right there. Found the garbage bin situation in the kitchen and at the front door not ideal, but enjoyed our stay

About the host

Hosted by Ali McKnight

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An American living in London since 2003. Love to travel but still love living in London.

Why they chose this property

This is not your typical rental property. It is a full time home. It is full of charm and character. Why stay in a flat, as part of a multi-unit building with people below and/or above you, when you can have an entire place to yourself?

The property is on a very quiet and quaint street (in a conservation area) where all the homes are period terrace properties built between 1845-1860s. While the street itself is quiet, it is right in the heart of the hustle of vibrant Camden Town and buzz of Hip Kentish Town. Everything you need is on your doorstep. The house itself has large windows with original shutters and a very rare private (not overlooked) walled patio garden. It is ideal for spring, summer and autumn vistors who want to kick back and relax with a cup of coffee or glass of wine in the rising or setting sun.

What makes this property unique

Also the house has wonderful transport options. All London airports are relatively easy to get to/from and the 46 bus stops literally around the corner and takes you straight to/from St Pancras in 5-10 mins which makes it perfect for Eurostar. There are also lots of late night public transport options in quick and easy walking distance, which is very rare. (Many lines/routes stop around 11pm, but the house is served by buses/tubes that run all night).

Longer-term stays are possible. Please contact me if interested.

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