Deptford
Once the heart of London’s shipbuilding industry, Deptford blends its maritime past with a distinctly modern edge. Artists’ studios sit alongside coffee roasteries, while heritage warehouses and railway arches house lively bars, galleries and record shops. Moments from the Thames and within easy reach of Greenwich, this is a neighbourhood with both grit and grace — alive with local energy yet softened by pockets of greenery and calm, from the open space of Deptford Park to the riverside lawns of the Master Shipwright’s House.
Culture, Craft & Community
Around Deptford High Street and Market Yard, independent cafés, bars and street food vendors spill populate the railway arches, while galleries and performance venues like Deptford Does Art and The Albany showcase the area’s cultural pulse. To the west, Blank Collective and Resonics highlight the concentration of creative industry in repurposed industrial buildings, while Deptford Park, Fordham Park, Folkstone Gardens, Greenwich Park and of course Blackheath all offer expanses of open space.
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Why Deptford?
Within easy reach of central London, Deptford Station offers direct rail links to London Bridge in under 10 minutes, while New Cross, New Cross Gate & nearby Surrey Quays provide Overground connections across the capital, with Deptford Bridge offering DLR access and nearby Greenwich only a short walk or cycle away, providing DLR & river-boat routes east and west.
Rich in Energy and Heritage
Deptford’s dining scene balances global flavours with local charm. At the heart of it all is Deptford Market Yard, home to Buster Mantis, a Caribbean-inspired bar/restaurant doubling as an exhibition & event space. Elsewhere Coffee Roastery & Brew Bar brings a refined approach to coffee, while Upside Down Records caters to vinyl enthusiasts just a few doors down.
Creative Creeks & Hubs
An evolving hub of craft, art, music and design — from craft studios on the creek to evening gigs on the High Street.
River Paths & Parks
The Thames Path offers pretty riverside strolls and the numerous local green spaces are great for families.
A City Within Reach
Centrally located yet with the vibe of a suburb, Deptford is well connected to both The City and Canary Wharf.
The Perfect Pint
The Dog & Bell is one of South East London’s best-loved ‘proper’ pubs with a range of creamy stouts on tap.
Covent Garden
One of London’s most iconic and recognisable destinations, perhaps from the outsider’s perspective nothing more than a hub for tourists, shoppers, theatre goers or opera aficionados, but scratch the surface and there is so much more to discover about this thriving community…
Soho
Soho is surely the epitome of London life, the beating heart of the West End, a vibrant enclave where history, creativity and a sense of rebellion collide to create a truly original and unrivalled neighbourhood. Globally recognised for its bohemian spirit, Soho has been a haunt for artists, writers, poets and musicians for centuries. Modern Soho is a paradise for creatives, culture vultures, foodies and night owls.
Seven Dials
Seven Dials is a charm-packed lifestyle & gastronomy hub connecting Covent Garden with Soho, defined by seven characterful cobbled streets radiating from the unmistakable sundial dating from the 1690’s.
Carnaby
An enclave of only 14 streets in the north west corner of Soho, yet Carnaby is very much a neighbourhood in its own right. Carnaby Street is world renowned as the epicentre of Swinging London in the 1960’s, and has continued its association with fashion and youth culture to this day.
Chinatown
Chinatown is a vibrant enclave where East meets West, nestled between Soho, Leicester Square, Piccadilly Circus and Covent Garden. A captivating oasis of Asian cuisine and culture, adorned with ornate Chinese gates and colorful lanterns.
St. Martin’s & Strand
St. Martin’s Lane is Covent Garden’s western border, a bustling thoroughfare linking Seven Dials with Trafalgar Square and a gateway to the wider West End. Strand is the southern boundary of Covent Garden running parallel to the River Thames and linking the cities of London & Westminster. A neighbourhood that offers everything from river views and world class theatres, to green open space and village vibes.
Bloomsbury
Bloomsbury is a little slice of bohemian paradise in the heart of London, historic streets lined with handsome Georgian townhouses, leafy garden squares and a vibe that oozes culture & creativity.
Holborn & St. Giles
Holborn is the gateway from the City of London to the West End and home to the UK’s legal profession. Situated around the grand garden square of Lincoln’s Inn Fields, it’s home to many top law firms, barrister’s chambers and the London School of Economics & Political Science.
Our Picks
New Row,
Covent Garden WC2
Studio living in Covent Garden on a partially pedestrianised street, moments from its world-famous piazza. Featuring high ceilings and a sleek interior with statement radiators and a contemporary shower room, the space is well-proportioned with ample storage. Available mid-January, unfurnished.
£600 pw
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Monmouth Street,
Seven Dials WC2
Set in the heart of Covent Garden’s Seven Dials neighbourhood, this studio apartment is finished to a high specification. The kitchen is separate from the living space, while there is a modern shower room, handy fitted storage, wooden floors and secondary glazing. Available mid-January, unfurnished.
£570 pw
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Southampton Street,
Covent Garden WC2
SHORT LET – A beautifully presented one bedroom apartment on the second floor of Dudley House, an exclusive residential development in the heart of Covent Garden. Featuring high ceilings, bespoke finishes and a daytime concierge. Available immediately, inclusive of utilities, for a short let of 3–6 months.
£1,200 pw
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Strand WC2
A bright and spacious two bedroom duplex apartment occupying the upper floors of a striking red brick period building, tucked away on a quiet street just off the Strand. Featuring two bathrooms, a generous open plan living space and private balcony. Available unfurnished, from mid December.
£690 pw
Read more Southampton Street,
Covent Garden WC2
This exceptionally bright and airy one bedroom apartment is situated on the second floor of Dudley House, a sympathetically restored period building located directly south of the Piazza on Southampton Street, in the heart of Covent Garden
£850,000
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Berwick Street,
Soho W1
A stylish one bedroom apartment on Berwick Street in the heart of Soho, near the famed weekday food market. Finished in a contemporary style with wooden floors, a modern shower room, and ample storage. Available December, unfurnished.
£685 pw
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Rupert Street,
Chinatown
A bright and well-proportioned two bedroom apartment on the fourth floor of an attractive period building in the heart of Chinatown. Featuring a generous open-plan living space, wood floors, excellent storage and lift access. Available early January, unfurnished (furnished by separate negotiation).
£965 pw
Read more Lexington Street,
Soho W1
A fantastic modern studio apartment in a popular Soho location. On the second floor, the studio overlooks Lexington Street and has a contemporary feel, with wooden floors throughout, a modern open-plan kitchen and stylish shower room. Available mid-January, unfurnished.
£570 pw
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Carnaby Lofts,
Ganton Street
Beautifully furnished two bedroom, two bathroom loft apartment with dual-aspect panoramic views across Carnaby Street, Soho and the London skyline. Set within a recently completed development in the heart of the West End. Available early January, furnished.
£1,715 pw
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Shelton Street,
Covent Garden
With two double bedrooms, two shower rooms and a contemporary aesthetic throughout, this apartment is ideal for two sharers. On the first floor, with lift access, in a sought-after block in Seven Dials, with its many independent shops and eateries. Available December, unfurnished.