Plaza de Pembridge

A hidden treasure in Pembridge Square, this two-bedroom apartment for rent is all period prestige.

Set among Notting Hill’s sleepier streets, this ground-floor apartment brims with aristocratic charm. Past a door knocker once belonging to Lady Dorothy Nevill – discover a home steeped in story. Here, antique portraits line the walls and original wood floors guide the way.

The reception room is a masterclass in scale, with grand proportions punctuated by an expansive bay window. Floor-to-ceiling glass panes create a dramatic dining backdrop and give way to a wraparound balcony. Cinder rose walls are crowned with intricate cornicing and softly-lit artwork; Versailles-style sofas add a cinematic quality to the setting. In the neighbouring kitchen, thoughtful functionality maximises the footprint – there’s overhead storage and neatly tucked away appliances. Green hues by Colefax & Fowler play against bespoke pink cabinetry, while a marble countertop and Miele oven lend a more modern flourish.

A bolder turn is taken in the principal bedroom, where a Mediterranean-inspired mural and teal-toned walls wrap around curated artwork and a King-sized bed. Full-height windows flood the space with light; heavyweight curtains keep it out when needed. The second bedroom is washed in sage, a restful setting with a muraled backdrop and antique French writing desk.

Serving both bedrooms, the family bathroom is indulgent in all aspects. From a copper roll-top tub that faces a discreet TV to a bespoke vanity fitted with a London Basin Company sink. Hand-blown tiles, antique brass fittings and underfloor heating complete the elevated experience.