Quiet settles over tree-lined streets and the topiaries in the private back garden at this intimate greater London apartment. The walled lawn and trellised balcony feel like a piece of the English countryside, while rooms filled with rich colors and soft textures are a retreat from the city. Yet it’s within walking distance to shopping and dining, and less than 10 minutes to the nearest Tube.

Reward yourself for a day out and about with a cocktail and dinner from the barbecue in the garden at the alfresco table for 6. Watch the stars come out there, or look to the smart TV, surround-sound system, and Wi-Fi for entertainment. There are laundry facilities for your convenience, and both air conditioning and heating to keep you comfortable no matter how warm or chilly the weather in England.

Sunshine from the terrace and buttery-toned walls lend a warm ambience to the L-shaped living and dining room inside this vacation rental, while espresso-hued accents and artwork in deep burgundy and chocolate add depth. The separate kitchen is fully equipped, down to a Nespresso machine.

A single bedroom with a king bed and ensuite bathroom makes this villa ideal for a couple on a city break or looking to relive their honeymoon. Polished wood and black leather panels alternate for a sumptuous feel in the bedroom, helped by the brilliant red of the duvet.

This luxury property is in the heart of Maida Vale, where you’ll spot tourists posing like the Beatles on the famous zebra crossing and creative types tending the gardens outside their family homes. Shop and dine in the neighborhood and, if you’d like to see more of the city on your holiday, it’s less than a 10-minute drive to Hyde Park and Kensington Palace, and less than 3 miles to Harrods and Buckingham Palace.

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