Trendy three-bedroom flat in West London with astroturf carpet

Trendy three-bedroom flat in West London with astroturf carpet

A bizarre three-bedroom flat in posh Kensington and Chelsea fitted with ‘astroturf carpet’ has come on the market to rent for nearly £3,000-a-month. 

The home on Wornington Road in Ladbrooke Grove, located near some of London’s trendiest shopping areas including Portobello Road and just 10 minutes away from Notting Hill Tube station on foot, boasts three double bedrooms and two bathrooms. 

But by far its most distinctive feature is the use of artificial grass as carpet in the living room and kitchen, two of the bedrooms, and a staircase leading up to the third bedroom. The ‘quirky, unique décor’ is even fitted around one of the flat’s showers.

The flat is being advertised for two couples or three professional friends, but the £2,875-a-month rent must be paid on a quarterly basis – meaning the new tenants will have to stump up £8,625 a time.

Estate agents insist: ‘Due to the current climate, too many people are failing credit checks. As a result we’re requesting payment in advance.’

London’s property market has gone wild in recent months, with rents soaring to eyewatering levels after many citydwellers fled the capital during the pandemic – before deciding to return again as repressive curbs eased and offices discouraged WFH.

A bizarre three-bedroom flat in posh Kensington and Chelsea fitted with 'astroturf carpet' has come on the market to rent for nearly £3,000-a-month

A bizarre three-bedroom flat in posh Kensington and Chelsea fitted with ‘astroturf carpet’ has come on the market to rent for nearly £3,000-a-month

By far its most distinctive feature is the use of artificial grass as carpet in the living room and kitchen, two of the bedrooms, and a staircase leading up to the third bedroom

By far its most distinctive feature is the use of artificial grass as carpet in the living room and kitchen, two of the bedrooms, and a staircase leading up to the third bedroom

The flat is being advertised for two couples or three professional friends, but the £2,875-a-month rent must be paid on a quarterly basis – meaning the new tenants will have to stump up £8,625 a time

The flat is being advertised for two couples or three professional friends, but the £2,875-a-month rent must be paid on a quarterly basis – meaning the new tenants will have to stump up £8,625 a time

The home on Wornington Road in Ladbrooke Grove, located near some of London's trendiest shopping areas including Portobello Road and just 10 minutes away from Notting Hill Tube station on foot, boasts three double bedrooms and two bathrooms

The home on Wornington Road in Ladbrooke Grove, located near some of London’s trendiest shopping areas including Portobello Road and just 10 minutes away from Notting Hill Tube station on foot, boasts three double bedrooms and two bathrooms

The 'quirky, unique décor' is even fitted around one of the flat's showers

The ‘quirky, unique décor’ is even fitted around one of the flat’s showers

Despite the flat's bizarre 'astroturf carpet' and whopping cost, agents at Urban.co.uk believe it is still a bargain for the area and will likely be snapped up soon

Despite the flat’s bizarre ‘astroturf carpet’ and whopping cost, agents at Urban.co.uk believe it is still a bargain for the area and will likely be snapped up soon

Despite the flat’s bizarre ‘astroturf carpet’ and whopping cost, agents at Urban.co.uk believe it is still a bargain for the area and will likely be snapped up soon.

They told The Sun: ‘It’s Notting Hill living for half the price. Wornington Road is ideally positioned for Portobello and Goldbourne markets and further restaurants, shops and bars.’  

Two weeks ago, London’s ‘oldest house’ went up for rent after undergoing restoration work for £2,200 a month.

The 15th century property, which is aptly named Ancient House, is reputedly the oldest dwelling in the capital city – preceding the great playwright William Shakespeare.

It dates back nearly 600 years, having been built at some point during the reign of Henry VI, who was King of England and Lord of Ireland from 1422 to 1461 and then again between 1470 and 1471.

And now it’s being let out with independent agents Estates East after being fully renovated to fit in with London’s urban living standards.

The late-Medieval house forms part of a Grade II* listed half-timbered building in Walthamstow, east London.

The 15th century property in Walthamstow, aptly named Ancient House, is reputedly the oldest dwelling in London - preceding William Shakespeare. Pictured: the kitchen with its modern equipment and exposed timber joists

The 15th century property in Walthamstow, aptly named Ancient House, is reputedly the oldest dwelling in London – preceding William Shakespeare. Pictured: the kitchen with its modern equipment and exposed timber joists

It dates back nearly 600 years, having been built at some point during the reign of Henry VI, who was King of England and Lord of Ireland from 1422 to 1461 and then again between 1470 and 1471. Pictured: one of the property's double bedrooms

It dates back nearly 600 years, having been built at some point during the reign of Henry VI, who was King of England and Lord of Ireland from 1422 to 1461 and then again between 1470 and 1471. Pictured: one of the property’s double bedrooms

The home is being let out after being fully renovated to fit in with London's urban living standards. Pictured: the spacious reception room around which the rest of the property is based in an early English architectural style known as a 'hall house'

The home is being let out after being fully renovated to fit in with London’s urban living standards. Pictured: the spacious reception room around which the rest of the property is based in an early English architectural style known as a ‘hall house’

With an appearance similar to the iconic architecture of the Tudor period, which came just a few years later, the property is situated in the heart of Walthamstow Village.

It looks out across York stone flags and through a rose bed, to the 11th century church of St Mary’s.

Estates East, which has listed the property to rent for £2,200 per month, described it as boasting a ‘wealth of period detail and charm’.

The ground floor of the building is home to a spacious reception room around which the rest of the property is based in an early English architectural style known as a ‘hall house’.

Also on the bottom level are the kitchen and bathroom, which boast exposed timber joists – a reminder of the age and provenance of the building.

While the kitchen is equipped with modern cooking essentials, such as an oven, dishwasher and washing machine, the equipment is in keeping with the rustic feel of the house.

On the first floor there are two double bedrooms, one with an en-suite toilet, and to the rear is a 25-foot shared courtyard.

The property has undergone many renovation projects over the years but it wasn’t until 1934 that the house was restored to its former glory.

With an appearance similar to the iconic architecture of the Tudor period, which came just a few years later, the property is situated in the heart of Walthamstow Village (property's exterior pictured above)

With an appearance similar to the iconic architecture of the Tudor period, which came just a few years later, the property is situated in the heart of Walthamstow Village (property’s exterior pictured above)

The property has undergone many renovation projects over the years but it wasn't until 1934 that the house was restored to its former glory. Pictured: the spacious reception room, with wooden flooring and exposed joists

The property has undergone many renovation projects over the years but it wasn’t until 1934 that the house was restored to its former glory. Pictured: the spacious reception room, with wooden flooring and exposed joists

While the kitchen (pictured above) is equipped with modern cooking essentials, such as an oven, dishwasher and washing machine, the equipment is in keeping with the rustic feel of the house

While the kitchen (pictured above) is equipped with modern cooking essentials, such as an oven, dishwasher and washing machine, the equipment is in keeping with the rustic feel of the house

At this time, the structure was clad in 18th century timber weatherboarding, which was removed to reveal the traditional Medieval timber-frame, which the then-owners strengthened and preserved.

Further repair works took place between 2001 and 2002, during which time Medieval-style windows were installed.

Ancient House’s historic design is a stark reminder of how much the capital city has changed in the past 600-years.

When the property was built, the entire population of the City of London would have fitted into present day Walthamstow with room to spare. 

On the bottom level are the kitchen and bathroom, which boast exposed timber joists - a reminder of the age and provenance of the building. Repair works took place between 2001 and 2002, during which time Medieval-style windows were installed

On the bottom level are the kitchen and bathroom, which boast exposed timber joists – a reminder of the age and provenance of the building. Repair works took place between 2001 and 2002, during which time Medieval-style windows were installed

On the first floor there are two double bedrooms, one with an en-suite toilet, and to the rear is a 25-foot shared courtyard (pictured above). Nearby there are historic alms-houses dating back to the 16th and 18th centuries

On the first floor there are two double bedrooms, one with an en-suite toilet, and to the rear is a 25-foot shared courtyard (pictured above). Nearby there are historic alms-houses dating back to the 16th and 18th centuries

Ancient House is located just around the corner from one of East London's most fashionable streets, Orford Road, which is home to a myriad of independent shops, eateries and bars. Pictured: the property's shared courtyard

Ancient House is located just around the corner from one of East London’s most fashionable streets, Orford Road, which is home to a myriad of independent shops, eateries and bars. Pictured: the property’s shared courtyard

Walthamstow Village itself is also steeped in history, and designated a Conservation Area by the London Borough of Waltham Forest in 1967, centred around an 11th century church.

Nearby there are historic alms-houses dating back to the 16th and 18th centuries, and the Vestry House Museum,  which once acted as both a workhouse and a police station but now holds the borough’s archives.

Despite it’s old-timey appearance, the village is well connected with both Central and Queens Road stations within a few minutes’ walk away.

Ancient House is located just around the corner from one of East London’s most fashionable streets, Orford Road, which is home to a myriad of independent shops, eateries and bars.

A spokesperson for Estates East said: ‘”Unique property” and “village location” are phrases too often used by estate agents. But if ever there was a home deserving of such a description then this is it.’

And last month, a stunning seven-bedroom townhouse thought to be the most expensive rental property in Knightsbridge hit the market for £16,500 per week. 

Built in the 1890s in a mock-Tudor style, the historic property has been transformed into a modern family home featuring a swimming pool, home cinema, marble-clad ensuite bathrooms and a master bedroom suite covering the entirety of the second floor.  

Covering 5,961 square feet, the towering mansion is said to be the priciest rental advertised on the property portals within a mile of the centre of Knightsbridge at £71,500 per month. 

Situated on Herbert Crescent and adjacent to world-famous department store Harrods, the desirable address is located within the Knightsbridge golden residential triangle of Sloane Street, Brompton Road and Pont Street. 

A stunning seven-bedroom townhouse thought to be the most expensive rental property in Knightsbridge hit the market for £16,500 per week. Pictured, the home's elegant dining room decorated with modern decor and silk Chinoiserie wallpaper

A stunning seven-bedroom townhouse thought to be the most expensive rental property in Knightsbridge hit the market for £16,500 per week. Pictured, the home’s elegant dining room decorated with modern decor and silk Chinoiserie wallpaper

On the lower ground floor, there is a swimming pool with a steam room and an outside space. The pool ceiling emulates the same lighting as the master bedroom

On the lower ground floor, there is a swimming pool with a steam room and an outside space. The pool ceiling emulates the same lighting as the master bedroom

On the right of the ground floor, a drawing room decorated with Victorian coving and wooden flooring paired with chic modern decor features prominent bay windows overlooking Herbert Crescent

On the right of the ground floor, a drawing room decorated with Victorian coving and wooden flooring paired with chic modern decor features prominent bay windows overlooking Herbert Crescent

While the interior of the property has been transformed into a chic modern home, the exterior of the Victorian-era townhouse features red brick, a black timber frame, bay windows and a gable roof with twisted brick chimney stacks

While the interior of the property has been transformed into a chic modern home, the exterior of the Victorian-era townhouse features red brick, a black timber frame, bay windows and a gable roof with twisted brick chimney stacks

While the interior of the property has been transformed into a chic modern home, the exterior of the Victorian-era townhouse features red brick, a black timber frame, bay windows and a gable roof with twisted brick chimney stacks. 

Wide stone steps lead up to a private front door and the ground floor level of the home features a grand hallway, sweeping staircase, stained glass windows and Venetian chandelier.  

To the left of the hallway is an elegant dining room decorated with modern decor and silk Chinoiserie wallpaper, featuring a large bay window, traditional Victorian coving and another glass chandelier.  

On the right of the ground floor, a drawing room features prominent bay windows overlooking Herbert Crescent while at the rear of the house a garden room opens onto the patio. 

The entire second floor consists of a master bedroom suite with contemporary but subtle lighting around the ceiling and an en-suite bathroom (pictured) with marble walls and an adjacent dressing room

The entire second floor consists of a master bedroom suite with contemporary but subtle lighting around the ceiling and an en-suite bathroom (pictured) with marble walls and an adjacent dressing room

The first floor study features wooden flooring and Victorian coving but is decorated with modern decor including a leather-bound desk, contemporary monochrome rug and

 The first floor study features wooden flooring and Victorian coving but is decorated with modern decor including a leather-bound desk, contemporary monochrome rug and 

The bright and airy dining room on the ground floor of the stunning townhouse features a large bay window, traditional Victorian coving and another glass chandelier

The bright and airy dining room on the ground floor of the stunning townhouse features a large bay window, traditional Victorian coving and another glass chandelier

Up the grand wooden staircase is the drawing room with French doors that lead onto a decorative balcony and a study at the back. 

The entire second floor consists of a master bedroom suite with contemporary but subtle lighting around the ceiling and an en-suite bathroom with marble walls and an adjacent dressing room. 

There are five further bedrooms with two en-suite bathrooms and four separate bathrooms on the upper two levels.

On the lower ground floor, there is a swimming pool with a steam room and an outside space and home cinema.    

The grand hallway features a sweeping staircase and stained glass windows. Up the grand wooden staircase (pictured) is the drawing room with French doors that lead onto a decorative balcony and a study at the back

The grand hallway features a sweeping staircase and stained glass windows. Up the grand wooden staircase (pictured) is the drawing room with French doors that lead onto a decorative balcony and a study at the back

At the rear of the house, located within the Knightsbridge golden residential triangle of Sloane Street, Brompton Road and Pont Street, a garden room opens onto the patio

At the rear of the house, located within the Knightsbridge golden residential triangle of Sloane Street, Brompton Road and Pont Street, a garden room opens onto the patio

‘It is extremely rare in Knightsbridge to find a full townhouse with period features not just preserved but cherished over the last 130 years rather than the property being compartmentalised into multiple homes’, says Elinor Ward, Director of Dexters, South Kensington and Knightsbridge. 

‘Other significant features of this gem are the wellbeing suite in the basement and outside space, that has its own private entrance. 

‘All of these traits have become exceedingly important in the mind of tenants in central London over the course of the pandemic.’