The Neutral Nest 1 BR in the heart of Notting Hill

Enjoy your stay in this ideally located, spacious 1-bedroom flat just steps from Portobello Road.
In the heart of Notting Hill and close to tube stations, it offers a perfect mix of comfort and convenience.
Ideal for business trips or romantic getaways, with easy access to shops, cafes, and top London sights—your perfect home base in the city.

This comfortable and well-equipped 1-bedroom flat, laid out across the first floor. Whether you`re visiting for business or leisure, this home-from-home has everything you need to relax, work, and unwind.

The open-plan lounge and kitchen area features a dining table that can double as a workspace, a cosy sofa for relaxing, and a fully equipped kitchen with all the essentials — including a coffee machine, microwave, kettle, toaster, oven, hob, and fridge/freezer.
You’ll have everything you need to cook or enjoy a morning brew before heading out.

The bedroom includes a comfortable double bed, storage space, and a mirror, offering a clean and restful environment.
The bathroom is fitted with a bathtub and stand-in shower, perfect for a quick rinse or a relaxing soak.

Decorated in neutral, fresh tones, the flat feels bright and inviting. Large windows throughout allow plenty of natural light and fresh air to fill the space.

✨ Extras include✨
- TV with Virgin Media (including all live channels)
- JCB portable speaker
- Iron and ironing board, hairdryer, and all other essential appliances for a comfortable stay
- Free Wi-Fi to keep you connected
-bFresh bed linen, towels & bathroom essentials provided
- Pre-cleaning before arrival for your comfort
- Extra cleaning services available on request
- Baby amenities available on request (travel cot, highchair, etc.)

Best of all, the location is unbeatable – close to local shops, cafes, transport links, and everything you need during your stay.
Handy digital house manual with everything you need to know

Whole flat

VanZyl manages the team responsible for hosting this property. Attention to detail is vital to Van, who ensures his guests get to experience the finest quality London homes that leave them with memories to cherish.
This booking platform is regularly monitored and Van Zyl is on hand to answer any questions.

📍 Neighbourhood Overview
Flat is within a a garden square / residential area in Notting Hill.
Green and calm but with buzz: you can enjoy the peace of the square and garden, then walk out into lively streets.
You’re very close to Portobello Road, Westbourne Grove, Ladbroke Grove, and Golborne Road. So you’ve got boutiques, street markets, lots of restaurants & cafés within a short walk.

Transport links are good: Ladbroke Grove & Westbourne Park stations are nearby. Also walking distance to Notting Hill Gate.

☕ Coffee & Brunch Nearby
Here are some solid spots to grab a coffee or brunch around:

Farm Girl Café Trendy café with health‑conscious menu (acai bowls, good coffee, nice ambience). Good for casual brunch.

Daylesford Organic - Fresh, seasonal, a bit more premium. Great for lunch or healthier brunch choices.

On Westbourne Grove,
Butter Bakery Bar & Cafe Pastries, light brunch & good cakes; charming setting.

Westbourne Park Rd area, walkable
Bluebelles of Portobello A favourite for “classic” brunch‑style things: good for lazy mornings, friendly vibe.

On Portobello Road
🍽️ Lunch & Dinner Options
If you’re after lunch or dinner — casual to more upscale

The Tabernacle Bar & Kitchen.
Good for dinners, relaxed evenings, drinks.

Granger & Co Australian / Modern, popular for brunch & dinner.

Honest Burgers, Portobello
Burgers / casual / great if you want something unpretentious.

Pizza East Portobello
Pizza and casual dining in a stylish setting.

Dorian Modern British, a bit more elevated; good for dinner out.

Pubs with food:
The Tabernacle (usually more casual pub dishes / seasonal small‑plates etc.).

The Hillgate (24 Hillgate Street, W8 7SR) Family‑run gastropub doing British/European style pub food, known for good Sunday roasts, and generally a cozy, relaxed atmosphere.

The Pelican (45 All Saints Road, W11 1HE) A modern gastropub with elevated British pub grub: things like pies, fish‑pier‑type dishes, more creative takes on classics.

The Prince Bonaparte (Chepstow & Talbot Road, W2) Gastropub style, relaxed pub dining, seasonal dishes from an open kitchen.

A little further afield but still easily reachable.
The Knight of Notting Hill (139 Ladbroke Grove, W10 6HJ)
New gastropub. Seasonal/ classic pub food, somewhat elevated. Offers also some more creative dishes.

Good option if you’re wandering towards Ladbroke Grove.
The Ladbroke Arms (54 Ladbroke Road, W11 3NW) More upscale gastropub, good seafood, steak & game dishes; more formal dining area.

✈️ Getting to from Airports
From Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Fastest Option:
Take the Heathrow Express to Paddington Station (15 mins)
Then take a short taxi or Uber (5–10 mins)
OR
Take Circle or Hammersmith & City line from Paddington to Westbourne Park or Ladbroke Grove

Cheapest Option:
Take the Elizabeth Line (or Piccadilly Line) to Paddington
Then continue as above (underground or taxi)
🕒 Total travel time: 30–45 mins

🛬 From Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Fastest Option:
Take the Gatwick Express to Victoria Station (30 mins)
Then take the Circle Line to Notting Hill Gate or Ladbroke Grove

Alternative / Cheaper Option:
Take a Thameslink train to Farringdon
Then switch to Hammersmith & City Line westbound to Westbourne Park
🕒 Total travel time: 50–70 mins

🚇 Getting Around London (Tourist Sites)
Property is very well located for easy access to central London’s top attractions. Here’s how you can get around:

Nearest Stations:
Ladbroke Grove (Hammersmith & City Line)
Westbourne Park (Hammersmith & City Line)
Notting Hill Gate (Central, District, Circle Lines) — a 10–15 min walk

UPON BOOKING: If you do not have any reviews we will need you to provide more details about yourself (ie. work credentials such as a LinkedIn profile or similar) and the purpose of your stay.
EARLY CHECK-IN: A guaranteed early check-in can be arranged subject to availability at an extra charge.

LATE CHECK OUT: On the day of departure, we kindly ask all guests to vacate the property by 11AM. A guaranteed late check-out can be arranged subject to availability at an extra charge.

LONGER STAYS: For bookings of 14 nights and longer, complimentary cleaning may be provided. Details to be confirmed after booking.

BABY COT - A baby travel cot (also known as a `pack and play`) and high chair are available upon request (for a surcharge), but we must have at least 3 days notice.
*Please respect the neighbours and keep the noise down between 10pm and 8am
*No house parties
*No smoking allowed
*No pets allowed
*Please remove your shoes inside the property
*Total number of occupants will not exceed the quoted number unless agreed beforehand
*Please do not move furniture
*All trash and perishables must be disposed of and dishes washed before departure
*Failing to return keys to the key box will result in an extra fee of £90
*Losing a set of keys will result in an *£150 charge to get them replaced. (*The penalty charge may be more if we need to get the locks changed.)

We provide our guests with a `home away from home` experience. Therefore, we would really appreciate all our guests to leave the place as close to as how they found it. Any excessive mess that requires our cleaners to go beyond the standard check out clean (changing linen, preparing the property for the next guest and restocking of general house supplies etc.) will be charged to the guests. Please also note that we will charge a penalty fee of £500 if any of our house rules are broken.