in one of london’s most distinguished red-brick mansion blocks, moments from the royal albert hall, this remarkable lateral apartment spans over 5,700 sq ft. formed from a clever combination of two neighbouring apartments, it now offers an extraordinary expanse of living space, which is well-proportioned and full of light.
beyond the grand portered entrance and lift access, the apartment opens into a sequence of four interconnecting reception rooms overlooking the royal albert hall and hyde park. high ceilings, white panelling and ornate period detailing are paired with an incredible contemporary scheme, creating rooms that feel both timeless and composed. throughout, solid walnut flooring adds warmth and depth, while the bathrooms are finished in spanish cardoso stone.
the separate kitchen is designed for entertaining, fitted with gaggenau appliances and a generous breakfast area, while a discreet laundry room sits alongside. each of the five bedrooms is ensuite, with the principal suite occupying its own corner, featuring a walk-in wardrobe, gym/dressing room and an indulgent bathroom with separate shower and wc. a state-of-the-art lutron home automation system controls lighting and ambience throughout.
the apartment balances grandeur with warmth: the scale of a stately home set within one of london’s finest examples of late-victorian architecture. residents benefit from a 24-hour porter, lift access and a share of the freehold with 975 years remaining.
set just south of kensington gardens, albert court sits at the meeting point of knightsbridge and south kensington. the royal albert hall and royal college of music are on the doorstep, as are the v&a, natural history museum and science museum. stroll west through hyde park to reach kensington palace, or head east towards harrods and the designer boutiques of brompton road. the area is filled with exceptional restaurants, from old-world favourites like the gore and the pelham to michelin-starred dinner by heston blumenthal at the nearby mandarin oriental. for families, the proximity to imperial college and a choice of top london day schools adds still greater appeal.
