Summary:
This two bedroom penthouse apartment is located on the fifth floor (with lift to the fourth). It is excellent for couples, groups, families with older children and business travellers and there is a sofa bed in the reception room to accommodate additional guests. It is located in a converted warehouse building with lots of original features and is very close to Farringdon station. Please note that there is some audibility in the trains when the double glazed windows are open.
The Space:
This fabulous apartment is designed with the urban traveller in mind and occupies the entire top floor of a converted warehouse building in Farringdon. Approach the apartment via the fourth floor as you come out of the passenger lift (or elevator!) and then walk up the final flight of stairs. Once inside the penthouse walk through the hallway into the large reception room with a wall of large windows, TV and wooden floors. The reception room features a large sofa bed and dining area with tv. The open plan kitchen features a washing machine so that you can do some laundry and travel light, a dishwasher because who wants to do the dishes by hand, toaster and kettle, fridge, stove/hob, oven and microwave. We know how important it is for people with special dietary requirements to prepare food for themselves rather than rely on the understanding and cooperation of restaurants and you may not want to eat out all the time, so we make sure you have the added choice of self catering. Of course, there are plenty of pots and pans, cutlery and crockery for you to use.
There are two large bedrooms at the back of the building away from the road and railway with freshly made beds with hotel quality bed linen, wardrobes with hangers, plenty of drawer space, TV, hair dryer, iron and ironing board and good quality towels for all guests. There is a shower room and a separate modern bathroom with shower over and we will provide you with some toiletries on arrival. We also put together a welcome pack of tea, coffee, milk and some snacks for when you arrive.
A reasonable wifi service is available in all our properties to help you plan your day's sightseeing, catch up on some work, keep in touch with friends and family back home or simply to relax after a busy day in the capital.
The lift has a sliding gate and extra care should be taken when using it to ensure your safety. Access is therefore unsuitable for young children and we cannot accept bookings with parties that include young travellers for this reason.
All City Living London properties offer convenient bases to discover what London has to offer so that you can recharge at the end of the day and then do it all again.
Some recent guest feedback:
"Perfect stay in London. Centrally located, well equipped and easy Check-In."
"Good value, nice pub 5 flights downstairs, good connections, good restaurants around."
"We are very satisfied with the stay in this property. The description is very accurate and corresponds with our expectations."
Guest Access:
Self check in means you can let yourself in with our detailed instructions anytime after 3pm although we recommend you arrive before 10pm if possible. Self check in means no guessing arrival times to meet your host of key handover or stressing about running late. Just turn up and let yourself in using our clear instructions.
Check out couldn't be easier; just vacate with your possessions by 10am and close the door behind you. Our housekeeping team will take care of the rest.
The Neighborhood:
Clerkenwell has a fascinating history and is home to London’s design industry, which hosts the annual Clerkenwell Design Week. Once known for its monasteries and prisons, it was the grimy backdrop for many of Charles Dickens's literary works as well as the birthplace of Marxism. It is now completely transformed into the Tech, advertising and architectural hub that it is now.
Some local attractions for your consideration:
Exmouth Market - pedestrianised oasis of cafes, restaurants and bars that never disappoint
St Paul's Cathedral - Sir Christopher Wren's masterpiece where Lady Diana promised the then Prince Charles she would honour and obey
Blackfriars Bridge - the most stunning views can be had from the platforms at this railway bridge, two short stops from Farringdon
Blackfriars Pier - pick up a Clipper and tour London by boat
Tate Modern - modern art institution
Museum and Priory of the Order of St John
Grainger - ecletic Australian dining
Fabric London - legendary nightclub
Smithfield Market - historic wholesale meat market. Not for vegans.
Zetter Townhouse - more cocktails!
Barbican Centre - cultural multi arts centre with concert hall, galleries and cinema
Getting Around:
Access to transport is excellent and the nearest station is the superbly connected Farringdon for Elizabeth, Circle, Hammersmith and City and Metropolitan lines as well as mainline rail stations. Fast trains direct to Luton and Gatwick airports make this an excellent choice in central London after you land. St Pancras International for Eurostar services to Continental Europe is just one stop away.
The London Stadium can be reached within 45 minutes by travelling direct to Stratford on the Elizabeth line, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium can be reached in 45 minutes by taking the Circle line and Overland train to Silver Street and Wembley Park can be accessed direct via the Metropolitan line in 50 minutes.
Other Things to Note:
Please can we request no smoking, parties or any behaviour that would disturb surrounding or future guests.
We know that plans can change so you can book with very little risk since your stay can be cancelled with a full refund up to two weeks before you arrive.
