Overlooking the prestigious Hyde Park, this plush apartment is the perfect place from which to enjoy London. Inside, there’s a move-right-in feel with its velvety textures and soft furnishings and just enough panache to not be too pedestrian – check out the funky dog portraits hung in the living space. Wake yourself up with a cup of tea from the comfort of your large double bed or nip out onto the balcony for some fresh air and sunshine. While there’s a streamlined kitchen for knocking up home-cooked dinners, you’ve a personal concierge service at the touch of your fingertips. Arrange for a private chef to take the reins or request a driver to drop you off at that restaurant you’ve been dying to try. After a mood-boosting workout in the on-site gym, take to South Kensington’s affluent streets and check out the collections at the Victoria and Albert Museum, less than a fifteen-minute walk away. Spend balmy afternoons boating on the Serpentine or strolling through Kensington Gardens. And when evening falls, get dressed in your best and watch an unforgettable performance at the Royal Albert Hall – no more than five minutes from your doorstep.

Home truths:
*At the building is situated near a busy road, be prepared for some traffic noise (especially when the windows are open)
*Children under 6 stay free of charge
*Linen and towels are replaced on the weekly basis or can be provided upon request at additional cost
*Your host can provide a cot upon request
*The entrance to the building is communal
*High Street Kensington tube station is a ten-minute walk away
*This home is on the second floor with lift access
*The bed in the master bedroom is larger than a standard double
*There's a Whole Foods supermarket a ten-minute walk away
*Flowers and champagne can be arranged for special occasions – ask your host for more information