16a, Chesterton Road, London, W10 5LY

There's a relaxed, collected spirit to this lateral garden-level apartment. At the base of a white stucco Victorian terrace, steps descend to a planted lightwell and the home’s private entrance.

Inside, living plays out in one easy line: From a shuttered bay window, through the kitchen and a glass-roofed dining room, out onto the terrace. The reception room serves a calm first impression.

Shutters filter the light through the window, cornicing traces the ceiling and a stone fire surround gives the room its focal point.

A galley kitchen follows, fitted with cream Shaker-style cabinetry and grey-veined marble worktops.

A range cooker, open shelving and a built-in wine rack keep things practical, while smoked-glass pendants and an antiqued mirror soften the light. At the far end, the ceiling opens up into glass.

Under it sits a skylit dining room, with folding doors that let occasions spill out to the terrace.

This is the home’s real draw: A paved private garden enclosed in whitewashed brick, with space for an outdoor sofa, table and plenty of planters.

The bedroom enjoys direct garden access, painted a deep, forest green. A dedicated dressing room is lined with wardrobes; built-in shelving in the bedroom offers additional storage space.

The bathroom sticks to a classic look: Metro tiles, a hexagonal mosaic floor, a roll-top tub and a rainfall shower.

Chesterton Road sits where Notting Hill meets North Kensington, between Ladbroke Grove and the northern stretch of Portobello Road.

Golborne Road is a short walk away, with its Portuguese cafés, weekend market stalls and Trellick Tower rising over it all.

Portobello's antiques and Saturday market are a short walk south, and Kensington Memorial Park is close by for green space.

Ladbroke Grove station is a few minutes' walk and connects quickly across west and central London. Ladbroke Grove – 5 mins Westbourne Park – 12 mins