As far as boltholes go, this London property is hard to beat. At just seven feet wide – barely half the width of an average house – it is officially the capital’s second-narrowest home. Yet, thanks to thoughtful refurbishments and refined additions, it proves that even the slimmest of spaces can feel remarkably complete.
Located on Notting Hill’s Peel Street, between Holland Park and Kensington Gardens, the home was built around 1930 and refurbished in the 1950s. In recent years, it has been carefully updated to maximise space, light and functionality, emerging as a modern, period-infused masterclass in small-space living.
Though compact at 538 sq ft, the two-bedroom property boasts a wealth of historic details that reward a closer look. Take the custom dragon-head rainpipe, for example, snaking down the home’s façade and across the zinc door canopy.
This whimsical feature is a nod to the Arts and Crafts movement, which celebrated craftsmanship and romanticism in response to the mass production of the Victorian era.
Step through the black door, inset with ornate stained glass, and you’re welcomed into the open-plan kitchen and dining room. Cleverly arranged, the space accommodates a small yet well-appointed kitchen, a breakfast counter, and a dining table just beyond.
Pale green walls and high ceilings create an unexpected sense of openness, while patinated parquet flooring – another original detail that lends this home its particular charm – runs throughout.
Towards the rear, between the kitchen/dining space and one of the two bedrooms, sits a shower room and WC. In the bedroom, fitted with industrial-style solid wood flooring, double-glazed doors open onto a small lightwell, drawing in light while maintaining privacy.
Back in the dining space, stairs lead up to the first floor, which houses the reception room, brimming with period charm. An elegant, wood-panelled fireplace forms the striking focal point, complemented by exposed floorboards.
The standout feature, however, is the adjoining decked roof terrace, complete with leafy climbers and ornate balustrading, and accessed via glazed doors.
A second flight of stairs leads to the top floor, where the second bedroom and an ensuite bathroom complete this distinctive West London home.
The property is on the market with Unique Property Company and will be available to rent from the start of June for £3,500 per month. For a closer look, take a virtual tour with Property London.
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