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The North Kensington Cottage by House of Kip

Vacation home in London with kitchen and patio

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Smart TV
Interior

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Greater London, England
  • Place, Kensal Green Cemetery
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Portobello Road Market
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Westbourne Grove
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

London

Located in City of Westminster, this vacation home is within a few miles (5 km) of popular sights such as Hyde Park and Marble Arch. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a fenced private yard.

What's nearby

  • Kensal Green Cemetery - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Portobello Road Market - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Westbourne Grove - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Westfield London Shopping Centre - 6 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Queensway - 6 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • London Kensal Rise Station - 11 min walk
  • Queens Park Overground Station - 14 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Double Shot - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ida - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Frigideira - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Parlour - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Vicki's of London - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The North Kensington Cottage by House of Kip

The North Kensington House is a charming three-bedroom cottage in West London, set within a fifteen minute walk of the iconic Notting Hill district. An excellent choice for those who would like a quiet neighbourhood, yet close enough to explore the delights of Golborne Road, with its independent shops and cafes, you’ll find everything from antique shops to authentic Moroccan grills as you wander through this quirky, eclectic neighbourhood.

From Golborne Road, wander along Portobello Road and further into Notting Hill.

Whether you are visiting as a small family or as a group of friends, this delightful cottage has everything you need for a week or month away in the city. Cosy and inviting, natural light cascades through every room - especially within the spacious open-plan living and dining space.

Vibrant art pieces can be seen throughout, providing a colourful contrast to the otherwise muted and earthy palette. After a long day, you can sink into the plush sheets of the king-size beds in all three bedrooms.

Head outside, and you’ll find access to a private garden with a large contemporary dining table for six, a peaceful spot to sip your morning coffee.

We utilize Superhog, a third-party service, for advanced guest screening and property damage protection. This service safeguards against property damage up to a specified limit.

To facilitate a seamless check-in, please complete the verification process a few days before the arrival.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fenced private yard, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in City of Westminster, close to Hyde Park, Marble Arch, and Oxford Street. You'll also find The British Museum and Leicester Square within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is The North Kensington Cottage by House of Kip good for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a garden.

Does The North Kensington Cottage by House of Kip have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is 16.9 mi away (46 minutes by car). Another top airport is London City Airport (LCY), which is located 25.9 mi away (80-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The North Kensington Cottage by House of Kip?

Yes, every accommodation at The North Kensington Cottage by House of Kip comes with a deck.

The North Kensington Cottage by House of Kip Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 10 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Stephen D., Orlando, FL

The house looked similar to the pictures and was nicely decorated, with a cozy feel in a great neighborhood. That said, there were a number of small inconveniences that made the stay less comfortable than it could have been. For example, there were no washcloths/hand soap in the bathrooms, many of the doors stuck badly (to the point we sometimes needed a butter knife to open them), and there was only one roll of toilet paper provided in the toilets. The kitchen was also short on silverware—we ended up buying extra ourselves at Sainsbury’s, so hopefully future guests will have enough now.Overall, it was an okay stay—we did enjoy the space, but the property isn’t especially well maintained and was obviously run by a management business rather than a local host. With a bit more attention to stocking essentials and fixing basic issues, this could be a much more desirable place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kathryn A.

The house was nice, beds were very comfortable and we loved that the kitchen doors opened to a lovely patio. However, the house was not equipt with essentials. I had to ask for several things such as garage bags, where to put the trash, etc. The cleaning staff came in our home while still staying to leave things and without our permission or knowledge. Communication was good. The team was responsive to us, but while the staff came in our home we never received the things we needed, such as the garbage bags. The stay was comfortable enough, should consider leaving a few comfort items such as dish soap, hand towels, enough forks, etc.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephanie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Not family friendly and inaccurate listing

This property was chosen because the amenities specifically included a baby cot and high chair. However, upon arrival it was clear that these amenities were not available and were “by request” despite nothing in the listing indicating this. Further, additional amenities were missing which were never resolved during our stay. The property is not safe for children. There is a majorly broken board on the back patio as well as other boards throughout that were breaking.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful stay! The house was clean and very comfortable for our family of four. It was very easy to get around and London. We also loved exploring the local restaurants and pubs. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald D.

Liked: Cleanliness

North Kesington London stay

It was a good property. Spacious enough for 6 people. Me, my wife our 2 kids and my in-laws. The host was responsive and quickly got back to us when we had questions. All and all, I was happy with my experience there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness
I have never needed to write a critical review before but feel I should warn people about this property. To start, we arrived to a dirty house, the cleaners arrived about the same time and therfore took over 3hrs. out of our stay. I was never offered a discount even though when I asked if we could check in 1hr. early , we were told we would have to pay 25 !!! The back door did not lock as there was no key. I got in touch with the rental agent and was not offered any assistance that evening. I was travelling with my son & family and he was very worried for the safety of his family. This caused a sleepless night & a terrible start to our vacation. The back deck had loose boards that gave way as you walked on it. The cleaner took note & said he would report the problem. The steep staircase has extra shallow treads( old house) and no hand railing which made it treacherous, especially with luggage. It looked nothing like the photos advertised. We made plans to leave in the morning & got another rental. I was refused, my money back for the remaining days and to add insult to injury I had also paid a damage deposit which I was refused as well. I truly can’t imagine the positive reviews are real. Be warned & stay away from this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stylish

Very smart property. My bed was super comfortable and sheets crisp and clean. I thought there was a hot tub but there wasn’t. Bathroom needed more of a deeper clean like there was a huge dusty cobweb above the blind. We noticed lots of little flies in th kitchen area, but maybe they came in when the patio door was open… overall it was very nice. Communication with the management was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Gabi S.

Liked: Cleanliness

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Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024