5-bedroom flat · W8 7QQ
Sold STCListed 168 days
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About
An exceptional five bedroom residence, meticulously interior designed and set within this highly acclaimed Kensington development.
Recognised as one of Academy Gardens' signature apartments and formerly known as The House, the property enjoys the rare benefit of its own private entrance, direct access to the landscaped communal gardens, and a dedicated concierge service.
The apartment is distinguished by its grand sense of arrival, centred around an impressive entrance hall and an elegant sweeping staircase rising through the accommodation.
A sequence of beautifully appointed formal and informal reception rooms provides outstanding space for entertaining, alongside versatile bedroom accommodation and separate staff quarters.
Particular highlights include a refined formal dining room and the considerable advantage of immediate access to the development's comprehensive leisure amenities.
Residents of Academy Gardens benefit from 24-hour security and concierge services, underground parking for two cars, gym and swimming pool and exquisitely maintained communal gardens.
Occupying an elevated position on the prestigious Phillimore Estate, Academy Gardens, with its own gated entrance, is situated on Duchess of Bedford Walk, a quiet street located in between Holland Park and Kensington Gardens, south of Notting Hill Gate and north of Kensington High Street.
Excellent transport links include, Notting Hill Gate Underground Station (District, Circle and Central lines) and Kensington High Street Underground Station (District and Circle lines).
Motorists will benefit from rapid routes to the West and Heathrow Airport via M4.
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Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
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