A quietly exceptional flat on Hammersmith Grove. This is not a furnished rental. It's a designed one, and the distinction matters.
Every decision in this apartment has been made with intent. The Japanese-inspired aesthetic running throughout is not a mood board applied after the fact; it is a coherent design philosophy expressed in every surface, fitting and furnishing. The pieces are superb, the kind of considered, high-end furniture and objects you would expect to find in a boutique hotel. Timber-framed windows, rich wood tones, dark detailing and carefully balanced textures give the flat a distinctive visual identity that is both atmospheric and highly composed.
Light is the first thing you notice. It floods the reception room throughout the day, lifting the generous proportions and lending the space a quality that photographs struggle to capture. Warm neutrals, tactile materials and a palette of deliberate restraint make the room feel both beautiful and genuinely liveable, somewhere you settle into rather than simply occupy. The open-plan layout works particularly well, with clearly defined areas for cooking, dining and relaxing, while the large windows and elevated outlook add to the sense of calm.
The kitchen is sleek and uncompromising, fitted with high-end integrated appliances and finished with the same attention to detail as everything else. Gloss cabinetry, clean lines and a highly architectural arrangement give it real presence within the room, while the dining area by the window makes excellent use of the natural light. The overall effect is striking without feeling cold, and carefully considered without losing practicality.
Just off the main living space, there is a beautifully designed study nook that gives the flat an added layer of flexibility. Framed by large windows and finished in the same cohesive style, it works equally well as a reading area, workspace or simply a quieter corner to retreat to during the day. It is a small space, but one with real character.
The bedroom is a proper double, calm and well proportioned, with fitted wardrobes that keep the clean lines intact. It continues the same strong design language seen elsewhere in the flat, with a more cocooning feel, darker tones and built-in detailing that give it a restful, private atmosphere. It feels individual and architecturally composed rather than simply functional.
And then there is the ensuite: architecturally designed, immaculately specified, and one of those rare domestic spaces that earns a second look. The dark stone-style finish, sculptural basin, step-up shower area and bold timber detailing give it an almost spa-like quality. It feels highly distinctive and thoughtfully executed, with a sense of craftsmanship that elevates it well beyond the expected standard.
The entrance hall deserves mention in its own right. Rather than acting as a purely practical link between rooms, it has been treated as part of the design experience, with striking decorative wall panels, mirrored storage and a strong visual rhythm that sets the tone from the moment you enter.
The building holds its own. Communal areas are cool, airy and well kept, with a shared garden beyond offering a genuine outdoor retreat without leaving the postcode. The garden itself is unusually characterful, with lush planting, mature greenery, paved seating areas and a more secluded feel than many communal spaces, giving the property an added sense of calm and escape.
Hammersmith Grove puts you in one of West London's most quietly sought-after spots. The transport links are excellent, the riverside is a short walk, and the neighbourhood's restaurants and independents are strong, but none of that noise finds its way into the flat itself.
For greenspace, the property is well placed for Ravenscourt Park, while the Thames Path and Hammersmith riverside are also within easy reach. Together they give the area a welcome balance of urban convenience and outdoor space, whether for a walk, time by the water or simply a change of pace.
For attractions, the area benefits from well-known local destinations including the Eventim Apollo and Lyric Hammersmith, both of which add to the neighbourhood's cultural appeal. The riverside setting around Hammersmith also gives the area a lively but established West London character.
Amenities nearby are a real strength. Hammersmith offers a wide range of everyday conveniences, cafés, restaurants and shopping, while King Street and the surrounding streets provide a strong mix of familiar names and local favourites. It is an area that works well both practically and socially.
Transport is one of the location's strongest points. The flat is well placed for Hammersmith Underground Station, with multiple lines serving the area, and Ravenscourt Park Underground Station is also nearby. This makes travel across London straightforward, while the surrounding road network and bus routes add further everyday convenience.
For someone who lives with an eye on the details, this one is hard to walk away from.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The property is non-smoking.
EPC Rating: E
Council Tax Band: D
Broadband: TBC
Heating: Boiler and radiators (gas)
Access to Flat: Stairs
Parking: TBC
Accessibility: No accessible features
Electric Supply: Mains
Water Supply: Mains
Sewerage: Mains
Tenure: -
Year Built: TBC
Flood Risk: No
TENANCY DEPOSIT: £2884
The tenancy deposit required for this property is equivalent to 5 weeks rent (6 weeks rent if the annual rent is over £50,000pa).If the rent is increased or decreased the tenancy deposit will be adjusted accordingly.
HOLDING DEPOSIT: £576
The holding deposit required for this property is equivalent to 1 weeks rent.If the rent is increased or decreased the holding deposit will be adjusted accordingly.
On successful completion of the pre-qualification form(s) a Holding Deposit will be requested in order to proceed with the tenancy referencing and credit checks. The value of the Holding Deposit will be equivalent to 1 weeks rent. On receipt of the Holding Deposit the property status will be changed to "Let - Subject to Contract/Let Agreed", no further viewings will be booked and the property secured. Should you be offered and you accept a tenancy with our Landlord, then your holding deposit will be credited to the first months rent due under that tenancy.
If the Landlord decides not to rent the Property or an agreement is not reached before the Deadline for Agreement (provided you are not at fault), we will refund the holding deposit to you in full.
If you provide false or misleading information which reasonably affects the Landlord's decision to let the Property to you, or if you fail a right to rent check, or if you withdraw from the proposed agreement, or if you fail to take all reasonable steps to enter an agreement when the Landlord has done so, we will retain your holding deposit. In the event that we intend to retain your holding deposit, we will set out in writing the reason for this within 7 days of either deciding not to enter the tenancy agreement or the Deadline for Agreement.
*Disclaimer - Please note plans and measurements of doors, windows, rooms and any other items are approximate and no responsibility is taken for error, emission, or mis-statement.