This striking home is one-of-a-kind. The sprawling townhouse – spread over four floors – is within walking distance of Battersea Park, and just a twenty-minute stroll to the V&A and the Natural History Museum. It’s got everything you might need for a comfortable stay in London, including a shower steam room, a living room bar, and a garden. The main bedroom even has a balcony. A dumb waiter helps you transport meals from the basement kitchen – equipped with instant boil taps and a wine fridge – to the dining space. This is an attractive and practical London home.

Home truths:
*There are stairs to climb at this home so it may not be suitable for those with reduced mobility – it’s spread over four floors.
*Your host can provide a cot for little ones.