Collingham Road, London, SW5 3 bed apartment to rent - £34,667 pcm (£8,000 pw)

Overlooking South Kensington’s St Jude’s Church to the front and a verdant garden square to the rear, this three-bedroom triplex apartment is enveloped in a sense of peaceful seclusion. Thanks to an extensive renovation, the home now stands as a showpiece of refined interior design; expect custom finishes and sleek technology that make a feature of its smart period framework.

Outside, a soaring heritage façade features decorative mouldings, cast-iron railings and a grand portico entrance. Beyond its handsome exterior, take the lift to the first floor where an expansive double-height reception room makes a bold first impression. Solid oak flooring and pale walls offer a neutral framework for the space, which is bathed in light through two large sash windows. The eye is cast upwards across the 5.13 metre-high ceilings and mezzanine library level, while the floor is subtly zoned between lounging and dining. Technology is discreetly integrated here, from comfort cooling to overhead audio systems.

The open-plan kitchen and dining room has a quietly sophisticated feel. A stone island centres the culinary space, which is surrounded by handmade soft-close joinery and hi-tech appliances. Natural light beams through a series of windows, while a set of oak steps leads out to the private roof terrace.

Smart decking, cast-iron railings and modern garden furniture are backdropped by towering trees from the leafy garden square – which residents can enjoy access to. It’s a tranquil al fresco setting that’s tailor-made for London’s sunny days, complete with a Weber barbecue for outdoor entertaining.

The bedrooms are accessed by the lift or a fair faced concrete spiral staircase, ascending upstairs with architectural prowess. On the third floor, the principal bedroom suite is crafted with greyscale walls and upholstery, gently lit through a pair of sash windows. Its en suite bathroom is a stylish affair with Carrara marble floors, a bespoke walnut vanity, freestanding bathtub and underfloor heating. Next door, there’s a walk-in wardrobe complete with custom-fitted wardrobes – and an additional bathroom suite attached.

Two guest bedrooms – one of which enjoys an en suite bathroom – are similarly modish, with individually-painted walls and custom wardrobes. Completing the second floor is a family room and cinema, as well as the mezzanine library area – finished with full-height bookshelves.

Location
Collingham Road places you at the heart of London’s cultural scene, with world-class institutions – including the V&A, Natural History and Science Museum – found along nearby Exhibition Road. Dine at celebrated local spots like Macellaio RC, Cambio De Tercio, Yashin Ocean House, or Margaux, or enjoy a leisurely stroll around Brompton Cemetery, one of the city’s historic burial grounds. Boutique shopping along Chelsea’s Kings Road and live music at the Troubadour are also easily within reach, or head south towards the river for waterside walks.

Gloucester Road - 5 mins (Circle, District, Piccadilly)