Apartment rental in London, United Kingdom - Historic flat in Bloomsbury, Central London - Property 3155

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The property consists of:: Ground floor: Entrance. Stairs up.... Ist floor: Dining room (seats 8) with piano, kitchen, laundry/ WC. 2nd floor:Living room:TV (poor reception), Books. Masterbedroom/ensuite bathroom. 3rd Floor: Twin bedroom, Single bedroom, Bathroom, WC. No garden.The flat is in Bloomsbury - for centuries much favoured by writers and artists. Charles Dickens wrote David Copperfield when he was living nearby, The Pre-Raphaelite brotherhood was founded locally and the celebrated 'Bloomsbury Group' (included Virginia Woolf) also lived in the area. Now there is an interesting mixture of old and new, commercial and residential, and has the benefit of being both in the heart of London and also relatively quiet. The nearest tube stations are Holborn and Russell Square, both five minutes walk away.The age of this flat makes it very special and visitors will be expected to treat it with the respect due to the aged! Much of it is wood-panelled however there is a sophisticated fire alarm system.

The Area: The flat is in Bloomsbury - for centuries much favoured by writers and artists. Charles Dickens wrote David Copperfield when he was living nearby, The Pre-Raphaelite brotherhood was founded locally and the celebrated 'Bloomsbury Group' (included Virginia Woolf) also lived in the area. Now there is an interesting mixture of old and new, commercial and residential, and the flat has the benefit of being both in the heart of London and also relatively quiet. The nearest tube stations are Holborn and Russell Square, both five minutes walk away. The street abounds with interesting restaurants and shops - all you need for a comfortable stay is on your doorstep! We also rent out a 15th century medieval barn, and a 17th century converted stables and a medieval Bee House in the countryside, and a tiny Weaver's Cottage in the market town of Castle Cary only 90 minutes by train from London. Look up property 1710 and 60305 on this site!

From our Guest Book: 'A dream location and a dream home! A great old house with amazing charm - it made our stay in London so much more memorable.' 'This was a real find! A wonderful location, very homely and convenient. With a 22 month old who had a midday sleep this was a dream place as one of us could stay, spread out and relax whilst the others went exploring. Who'd go back to a B&B? Its very quiet for central city.' 'We've been extremely pleased and impressed with this flat and its amenities. The simple pleasing decor, the furnishings and rugs (like your grandparents used and cherished) the utter cleanliness of everything. We couldn't have asked for better!' 'The house was beautiful and the location - being able to walk most places was excellent. It made the trip even better having been able to stay in a rustic old house.' 'Our second stay this year and it was just as great as the first. The location can't be beat both for centrality and the street's appeal.'

Guest Book: 'What a wonderful home! So spacious and lovely. We enjoyed our time here. The house was well located for all the attractions a 12 year old boy could want (his mother too!)' 'The apartment is wonderful and well equipped and the street offers excellent restaurants.' 'We had a terrific stay in this welcoming flat and hope to return soon.' 'We had a wonderful time here in your lovely and cozy home. Our children loved all the kids books and they loved having their upstairs retreat. We all felt very welcome and at home.' 'You couldn't have a better location for sightseeing in London.' 'We're truly enjoying the comforts of your charming and well situated flat. Its become a home away from home.' 'We have loved staying in this home -we felt at home immediately and the kids were delighted to have their own library. We will be back.'

Other Activities: There is a gym almost opposite the apartment.

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