Eleanor's Cross

Whether you're a city-breaking couple or a business traveller, this stylish London pad is perfectly suited in both size and location. Sitting above Villiers Street connecting Charing Cross and Embankment station, you're well-connected to all the big sites and only a short stroll from an array of critically acclaimed restaurants in classy Covent Garden. Walk along the South Bank waterfront or visit the National Gallery – whichever way you turn there are things to see and do here. Back in your cosy digs, you'll find a modern interior with sleek wooden floors, industrial-style dining chairs and a contemporary kitchen that's ideal for knocking up a lazy brunch. And for those keeping one eye on work during their stay, there's a stylish study area in the bedroom for powering through. While all the usual mod-cons set the scene for a comfortable stay, we love the original features, with the exposed brickwork and old fireplace gap that echo back to this home's Georgian history. It's this blend of old and new that makes the apartment a homely and inviting city bolthole to return to after a day spent sightseeing, working or generally overindulging.

Home truths:
*This apartment is on the third floor of a building with no lift access, so you will need to climb a few stairs to reach the entrance of the flat
*At capacity, one person will be sleeping on a sofa bed in the living room
*The dining area only has seating for two guests
*The workspace is in the bedroom, rather than a communal area