ACCESS ALL AREAS Photography Georgia Watson
Maida Vale & Little Venice Do you dream of waterside living in the heart of London? There’s no need to head for the Thames; right here in north west London, on the banks of the Regent’s and Grand Union Canals, Maida Vale and Little Venice offer exactly that. One of our favourite zone two enclaves, this pretty, bohemian area boasts beautiful white stucco fronted houses, quiet leafy streets and colourful houseboats. Not as expensive as neighbouring St. John’s Wood and Notting Hill, you’ll nonetheless need deep pockets to buy here, where homes are some of the most sought after in the Capital. You’ll find a mix of Georgian villas and Victorian terraces and red-brick Edwardian mansion flats, the most expensive offering canal views. With a good selection of local shopping, a number of well-loved restaurants and eateries, an Everyman Cinema, award-winning garden centre, a beloved organic butcher, well-regarded independent wine merchant and even a puppet theatre on a barge, community spirit here is alive and well
From our agents
James Westendarp Chestertons
“Housing stock in Maida Vale is mainly Victorian red brick mansion blocks, which are very popular with young families who appreciate their communal gardens, while Little Venice offers white stucco fronted Victorian properties with high ceilings, large windows and natural light.”
Pamela De La Cruz Bective Leslie Marsh
“A favourite spot in the area would be the picturesque Regent’s Canal with its proximity to some superb restaurants, bars and cafés. Everything is within walking distance and you can come across some famous houseboats with lots of history to offer.”
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