South Bank
A stretch of Thames riverfront facing Westminster between Lambeth Bridge to the West and Blackfriars Bridge to the East, London’s South Bank is a cultural hotspot just a stone’s throw from the West End and fast becoming one of the city’s coolest neighbourhoods.
Down By The Riverside
Originally named South Bank for 1951’s Festival of Britain, when the area was the subject of major regeneration and development, this stretch of prime central London riverfront has remained a destination for lovers of art & culture due to it’s proximity to the West End, but also because it is the very antithesis of old London, replacing cramped streets and buildings with a thoroughly modern masterplan of wide boulevards, public spaces and modernist architecture housing some of the Capital’s most popular cultural institutions.
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Why South Bank?
The Southbank Centre, BFI Southbank, the National Theatre and Royal Festival Hall are all leading institutions of The Arts, but also fine examples of modernist architecture that gives the area it’s unique identity. The culture loving crowd and attractive riverside location give the South Bank a completely different vibe to it’s immediate neighbours north of the river, a far more relaxed feel than much of Central London.
A Modernist Urban Promenade
The western end of the South Bank is dominated by the London Eye, surrounded by Jubilee Gardens public park, and now a highly sought after place to live with the development of South Bank Place. A plethora of bars, restaurants and street food pop-ups line the riverbank leading to the ever-popular Gabriel’s Wharf and on to the Oxo Tower with it’s design stores and Conran restaurant, ending up at Blackfriars.
Get Your Skates On!
The undercroft of the Queen Elizabeth hall has been a landmark in UK skate culture since the early 1970’s
Room With a View
The recently redeveloped Sea Containers House luxury hotel boasts some of the best vistas in central London
The Social Network
The Coin Street social enterprise group actively bring residents & businesses together to keep the area thriving
Tube, Train, Boat
Surely one of the best connected neighbourhoods in the Capital, South Bank has transport covered
Borough
Borough is one of central London’s most vibrant and historic neighbourhoods, where the energy of the city meets the charm of centuries-old streets. As the locals will tell you, Borough is more than just a destination — it’s a way of life!
Bankside
Located opposite the City of London, Bankside is culture-rich and superbly connected, balancing the energy of the South Bank with a slightly slower rhythm through its mix of historic lanes, former industrial buildings and modern development. Defined by its river frontage and choice of crossings: Millennium, Southwark, Blackfriars and London Bridge all link directly to the Square Mile.
Shad Thames & Bermondsey
Downstream of Tower Bridge on London’s South Bank, Shad Thames balances centuries of industrial heritage with a modern lifestyle. Once the warehouse district that kept Victorian London fed, today these cobbled lanes and striking iron bridges are home to independent restaurants, creative studios, and some of the capital’s most characterful riverside apartments.
Elephant & Castle
Long seen as a major crossroads of the capital, Elephant & Castle is fast becoming one of London’s most ambitious regeneration zones, evolving into a vibrant destination in its own right. With a creative pulse, green open spaces and a growing mix of independent businesses, it offers an authentic, community-driven lifestyle in Zone 1.
Covent Garden
One of London’s most iconic and recognisable destinations, perhaps from the outsider’s perspective nothing more than a hub for tourists, shoppers, theatre goers or opera aficionados, but scratch the surface and there is so much more to discover about this thriving community…
St. Martin’s & Strand
St. Martin’s Lane is Covent Garden’s western border, a bustling thoroughfare linking Seven Dials with Trafalgar Square and a gateway to the wider West End. Strand is the southern boundary of Covent Garden running parallel to the River Thames and linking the cities of London & Westminster. A neighbourhood that offers everything from river views and world class theatres, to green open space and village vibes.
Soho
Soho is surely the epitome of London life, the beating heart of the West End, a vibrant enclave where history, creativity and a sense of rebellion collide to create a truly original and unrivalled neighbourhood. Globally recognised for its bohemian spirit, Soho has been a haunt for artists, writers, poets and musicians for centuries. Modern Soho is a paradise for creatives, culture vultures, foodies and night owls.
Bloomsbury
Bloomsbury is a little slice of bohemian paradise in the heart of London, historic streets lined with handsome Georgian townhouses, leafy garden squares and a vibe that oozes culture & creativity.
Holborn & St. Giles
Holborn is the gateway from the City of London to the West End and home to the UK’s legal profession. Situated around the grand garden square of Lincoln’s Inn Fields, it’s home to many top law firms, barrister’s chambers and the London School of Economics & Political Science.
Our Picks
King Street,
Covent Garden WC2
This luxurious one bedroom apartment is finished to an exceptional standard, allowing a seamless move-in for a tenant with just their suitcases. Featuring high ceilings, an inviting open-plan living space and a tranquil bedroom overlooking St Paul’s Church Gardens. Available immediately, furnished.
£875 pw
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Victory Place,
Elephant & Castle SE17
This superb three bedroom duplex forms part of Trafalgar Place, the scheme that kick-started the regeneration of Elephant & Castle in 2015. Well proportioned rooms, a modern specification plus front & rear patio gardens are complemented by weekday concierge, secure parking and a communal roof terrace.
£1,075 pw
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Stukeley Street,
Seven Dials WC2
Situated on the fourth & fifth floor of a sympathetically refurbished former warehouse in Covent Garden’s Seven Dials Conservation Area, this well proportioned two bedroom duplex apartment features a contemporary specification and large private roof terrace. Available from the end of September, furnished.
£1,695 pw
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Shelton Street,
Seven Dials WC2
An ideal pied-à-terre, this studio apartment is just off Ching Court in the Seven Dials neighbourhood of Covent Garden. Boasting high ceilings and wooden floors, the studio features an open-plan living space and a stylish shower room. Available mid-November, unfurnished.
£535 pw
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Berwick Street,
Soho
This three bedroom apartment, two doubles and one single/study, is on Berwick Street, famed for its delicious weekday food market and surrounded by record shops and boutiques. There is an open-plan living space and two shower rooms. Available unfurnished, early September.
£905 pw
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Southampton Street,
Covent Garden WC2
A stunning, two bedroom apartment overlooking the Covent Garden Piazza. Located in a luxury, modern development, this first floor apartment offers a vast open plan, dual aspect living space and benefits from air conditioning throughout. Available furnished, early September.
£1,575 pw
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Doughty Street,
Bloomsbury WC1
Positioned in the heart of Bloomsbury, this modern one bedroom apartment is on the ground floor of a handsome Georgian townhouse, featuring high ceilings and large sash windows. The rent is inclusive of all utilities, including Internet, for tenant ease. Available furnished, September.
£675 pw
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Southampton Street,
Covent Garden WC2
This exceptionally bright and airy one bedroom apartment is situated on the second floor of Dudley House, a sympathetically restored period building located directly south of the Piazza on Southampton Street, in the heart of Covent Garden
£850,000
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Earlham Street,
Seven Dials WC2
Located amongst the boutiques of Seven Dials, this modern one bedroom apartment is on the second floor of a period building. The bedroom is at the back, creating a quiet sleeping environment, while the stylish light grey kitchen is open plan to the living space. Available mid-June, unfurnished.
£615 pw
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Shelton Street,
Seven Dials WC2
Located on the border of Covent Garden and Seven Dials neighbourhood, 40 Shelton Street is a collection of three newly developed apartments that feature modern design and high specification kitchens and bathrooms.