Set within a quiet residential building in one of central London’s most energetic neighbourhoods, this apartment is the perfect base from which to immerse yourself in the urban hustle and bustle without having to worry about being kept awake at night. We love the warm wooden floors, the tasteful furniture and the open-plan living area, which offers abundant space for a small family or group of friends. The large kitchen is outfitted with all you need to whip up an elaborate meal but with tonnes of restaurants within a walkable distance serving everything from Caribbean to Mediterranean to Bengali cuisine, you might just choose to leave the washing up to someone else. You'll be spoilt for choice when it comes to filling up the itinerary, too. Browse the indie boutiques and artisanal stalls of Spitalfields Market or head to legendary Brick Lane for vintage shopping, curry tucking and pub crawling. Liverpool Street station is around the corner in case you decide to venture further afield, but when you get weary of all the sights and sounds of the city, cosy up on your sofa with a bottle of wine for a quiet evening of chit-chat and movie watching.

Home truths:
*A crib can be provided for the youngest guests
*The apartment has heating, but no air conditioning