Detached house to rent in Phillimore Place, London W8

Rarely available detached house on the Phillimore Estate. *Video Viewing Available*

Originally built in the mid 1800's, a spectacular Tudor gothic style detached villa available to let.

Many of the classic original features - such as the ornate pressed ceilings and large sash windows - were preserved and remain in the house today. Featuring seven bedrooms, seven bathrooms and separate maid's / nanny quarters, this impressive family home offers comfortable and spacious living over four floors.

The ground floor is ideal for entertaining and consists of a large formal reception room with gas fireplace and double doors leading to the kitchen / dining area. The spacious and functional kitchen with large breakfast bar, features a Sub-Zero fridge / freezer and Gaggenau appliances. The dining area is located towards the rear with access to the garden via stairs off a small balcony. Adjacent to the kitchen is a comfy TV room. Study and WC are also located on this floor.

A generous principal-suite with separate his and hers dressing room and voluminous marble ensuite bathroom occupy the majority of the first floor. A further bedroom and ensuite bathroom are also on this level. The top floor is ideal for children. It consists of four double bedrooms, one ensuite bathroom and two further bathrooms. A second laundry room with washer and dryer is located here. Four bedrooms including the master on the first floor and three bedrooms on the top floor are equipped with independently controlled air-conditioning. All bedrooms feature sizeable built-in wardrobes.

The lower level comprises of two large family rooms, one with access to the private south facing paved garden, a maid's / nanny's quarters, featuring a bedroom, bathroom and small kitchenette, and the primary laundry room fitted with large front-loading washing machine and industrial dryer. There is a further bathroom on this floor and additional storage area. Blessed with wide proportions, high ceilings and under-floor heating throughout, this grand house is located only a few minutes' walk to all the shops, restaurants, cafés and transport that Kensington High Street has to offer.

The house is currently undergoing full redecoration and a major overhaul of the heating system ready for the new occupants.