Bridstow Place, London, W2

A leafy front garden leads the way to this picturesque, whitewashed home. Set on a quiet street behind Hereford Road’s townhouses, there’s a sense of calm to well-connected Bridstow Place that continues inside. Arranged over two floors, an inverted layout places the reception room and kitchen on the upper level, while both bedrooms are found off the entrance hall.

White walls accentuate the bright and airy feel throughout. The principal suite sets an understated yet homely tone. Finishes are considered; a wall of fitted wardrobes maximises the space available while in the adjoining bathroom, a bathtub and standalone shower add to the feeling of everyday comfort. The guest bedroom is presented in the same vein: think neutral colour palette, integrated storage and two sash windows that allow in plenty of natural light. It’s served by a shower room tiled in sandy-hued stone.

A soaring three-metre-high ceiling creates an immediate impact in the uplifting, open-plan living space above. Exposed ceiling beams showcase the period bones of the home, while a trio of roof lights flood light in alongside three sash windows and a set of French doors. Naturally delineated between areas for seating and cooking, there’s an impressive sense of space. Wooden floors and white walls offer a blank backdrop for new owners to put their own stamp on. To one side of the room, the modern kitchen continues the neutral theme, finished with white shaker-style cabinets, granite worktops and integrated appliances. There’s room for a dining table, or – weather permitting – open the French doors to the large terrace, a shaded spot made for al fresco dining.

Linking Chepstow Road and Talbot Road, and round the corner from Westbourne Grove, a roll call of Notting Hill hotspots are all within a five-minute radius here. Work out at Bodyism, stock the cupboards at Daylesford Organic and stop for lunch at Ottolenghi. For brunch there’s Beam, while The Princess Royal and The Walmer Castle have you covered on the pub front. Some of the best dining options are in strolling distance too – namely The Ledbury and Dorian. A ten-minute walk takes you to the market stalls and boutiques of Portobello Road, as well as the Electric Cinema.

Royal Oak – 10 mins (Circle, Hammersmith & City)

Notting Hill Gate – 11 mins (Central, Circle & District)