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Contemporary Romance of an 8 storey tower

 
 
 
Greenwich house rental - The Victorian Water Tower now luxury accommodation
The Victorian Water Tower now luxury accommodation
 
Greenwich house rental - The Victorian Water Tower now luxury accommodation

The Victorian Water Tower now luxury accommodation

360 Degrees views from 8th floor observatory

360 Degrees views from 8th floor observatory

Designer interior, beautifully fitted out

Designer interior, beautifully fitted out

Bathe in style - one of the 3 bathrooms

Bathe in style - one of the 3 bathrooms

Tower wedding

Tower wedding

Double height dining area

Double height dining area

Double height Tower entrance

Double height Tower entrance

Spacious well equipped kitchen

Spacious well equipped kitchen

Master bedroom (New York)

Master bedroom (New York)

Amazing dressing room space in New York bedroom

Amazing dressing room space in New York bedroom

London bedroom

London bedroom

Berlin bedroom

Berlin bedroom

Paris bedroom

Paris bedroom

Tokyo study / bedroom

Tokyo study / bedroom

Outdoor dining area

Outdoor dining area

A place to read...

A place to read...

Garden view from top of Tower

Garden view from top of Tower

Peace and privacy

Peace and privacy

As featured in Daily Telegraph

As featured in Daily Telegraph

Tower Entrance

Tower Entrance

Sunset over Canary Wharf from the Tower

Sunset over Canary Wharf from the Tower

View towards City Airport from Tower

View towards City Airport from Tower

Dinner party in the Pavilion

Dinner party in the Pavilion

Cocktail party at the top

Cocktail party at the top

Nightly (GBP) £750 - £1,190
Weekly £2,500
Monthly £7,500
  • Bedrooms5
  • Sleeps10
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 2 Separate WC's

Photos and Description of this 5 bedroom holiday home in Greenwich - The London Water Tower
Top of the range London property with 20 mile views

2012 Olympics location - see all Olympic venues from the observatory. The London Water Tower, built in the late 1800s, is now stylishly converted into an 8 storey holiday heaven including the adjoining 2 storey Pavilion.

This is a property for the discerning traveller and perfect for a family reunion or longer business trip. 1 mile to Woolwich Arsenal station (DLR 5 mins to London City Airport) and 20 mins to Canary Wharf.

The building is stunning and has featured in architectural magazines / national papers and US TV show House Hunters on Vacation . Live in style for a long weekend or a few weeks.

Why not book our First Class package which includes airport transfer, luxury welcome pack and caterers for an evening meal?

With 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, open plan living area, observatory lounge, 2 kitchens, a lift in the Tower and a moat around it you might not even get to use the 8 TV screens or free WiFi.

Not suitable for loud parties as it is in a residential neighbourhood

WALK TO:

Olympics 2012 Woolwich venue (shooting events)

Oxleas Woods ancient woodland

Woolwich Common

10 MINS DRIVE TO:

Greenwich World Heritage site

Olympics 2012 Greenwich Park (equestrian)

Olympics 2012 North Greenwich venue (basketball, gymnastics)

Eltham Palace - boyhood home of Henry VIII and grand 1930s home of the Courtaulds

Blackheath Village (shops and restaurants)

20 MINS public transport to:

O2 concert and event venue

Westfield Shopping Centre

Canary Wharf business centre

City Airport

30 MINS DRIVE TO:

Central London and its many attractions

Olympics 2012 Main Park

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About Sara Pevsner

I'm a keen traveller and have visited over 50 countries in all continents except Australia. My kids get to come too though they still prefer Orlando to the more exotic locations they've experienced. I grew up in the north of England and have also lived in Colombia, South America.

Sara Pevsner purchased this house in 2008
Why Sara Pevsner chose Greenwich

When I saw the Water Tower for sale in 2008 I couldn't believe I was going to get the chance to own this amazing property. I love the views from the top, watching the storm clouds, the New Year fireworks, the sunset over London.

What makes this house unique

Definitely sitting in the observatory with 360 degree views and no other tall buildings in the way. On a clear day you can see Wembley Arch on the other side of London. And I enjoy the Victorian industrial feel of the Tower stairwell (though I confess I often use the elevator instead)

Greenwich house rental - The Victorian Water Tower now luxury accommodation

The Victorian Water Tower now luxury accommodation

360 Degrees views from 8th floor observatory

360 Degrees views from 8th floor observatory

Designer interior, beautifully fitted out

Designer interior, beautifully fitted out

Bathe in style - one of the 3 bathrooms

Bathe in style - one of the 3 bathrooms

Tower wedding

Tower wedding

Double height dining area

Double height dining area

Double height Tower entrance

Double height Tower entrance

Spacious well equipped kitchen

Spacious well equipped kitchen

Master bedroom (New York)

Master bedroom (New York)

Amazing dressing room space in New York bedroom

Amazing dressing room space in New York bedroom

London bedroom

London bedroom

Berlin bedroom

Berlin bedroom

Paris bedroom

Paris bedroom

Tokyo study / bedroom

Tokyo study / bedroom

Outdoor dining area

Outdoor dining area

A place to read...

A place to read...

Garden view from top of Tower

Garden view from top of Tower

Peace and privacy

Peace and privacy

As featured in Daily Telegraph

As featured in Daily Telegraph

Tower Entrance

Tower Entrance

Sunset over Canary Wharf from the Tower

Sunset over Canary Wharf from the Tower

View towards City Airport from Tower

View towards City Airport from Tower

Dinner party in the Pavilion

Dinner party in the Pavilion

Cocktail party at the top

Cocktail party at the top

Nearest Airport : London City Airport at 5 Miles
Nearest Ferry : Woolwich at 2 Kilometres
Nearest Train : Kidbrooke Station at 1 Miles
Nearest Motorway : A102 (M) at 1 Miles
Car: not necessary

The Tower is situated on the London Green Chain (long distance walk mostly through green areas) and about a mile south of the River Thames and London City Airport. It is within easy access of the A102(M) which runs to Dover and the Channel Tunnel and near a main road into Central London. Maritime Greenwich, the historic Eltham Palace and the picturesque village of Blackheath are all within 2 miles and surrounding train stations can get you into Central London in 15-20 minutes.

Fromthe top of the Tower you can see famous London buildings (London Eye, the 'Gherkin', Wembley Stadium etc) as well as Woolwich Common, Oxleas Wood, the O2 (formerly the Millennium Dome) and glimpses of the River Thames.

Other Activities: Museums, woodland, river, everything in London.

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Changeover Day: flexible

Rental rates for this holiday house in Greenwich, London

Rental Basis:
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Rental rates quoted in:
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Rental Period Nightly Weekend Night Weekend Weekly Monthly Event Rate Minimum Stay
 
Regular rates
1 Apr 2013 - 20 Dec 2013
£750
£895
£1,190
£2,500
£7,500
1 Night
 
extra night: £285    
 
Christmas period
21 Dec 2013 - 5 Jan 2014
£1,190
£1,190
£1,190
£2,500
£7,500
3 Nights
 
extra night: £285    

Notes

  • Security deposit of £250, returnable after a week. Deductions made for breakages, damage, additional laundry and excessive cleaning. Scan of photo ID required (passport or driving licence)
    All rentals include a welcome pack with tea, coffee, bread, fruit and snacks.
    Price includes use of bedding, towels, sky TV, wifi and dressing gowns for up to ten guests
    Early check in or late check out subject to availability for an additional £150 for up to 6 hours on either day (£300 for both early check in and late check out).
    For every booking that is fulfilled we donate £50 to charity
    Our catering partners are at your service - please contact us to discuss options and prices. We can also arrange transport, entertainers and spa/beauty therapists.
    Price is for the property not per person.
  • UPGRADE TO FIRST CLASS FOR £875 PER WEEK
    Transfer from any London airport or any Central London railway station to the property.
    Catered 3 course dinner for up to ten people on one night of your stay.
    Maid service every 2 days.
    Expanded grocery package.
  • LONGER TERM RENTALS CONSIDERED
    3 month posting to Canary Wharf?
    Olympic training visit to UK?
    Need a smart address to receive visitors for a month?
    Please contact us to discuss rates for longer visits.

Accommodation and facilities for this holiday house in Greenwich in London

Property Type:
  • house (detached)

Forms of Payment:
  • accepts credit card

Meals:
  • Catering available
  • Breakfast - Booking Possible
  • Lunch - Booking Possible
  • Dinner - Booking Possible

Floor Area:
  • 300 m²

Location Type:
  • town

Theme:
  • Luxury
  • Romantic

General:
  • Wireless Internet
  • PC
  • Fireplace
  • Hair Dryer
  • Lift
  • Shampoo
  • Computer Available
  • Iron & Board
  • Linens Provided
  • Toilet Paper
  • Towels Provided
  • Telescope
  • Heating
  • Internet
  • Alarm Clock
  • Telephone
  • Paper Towels
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Parking
  • Washing Machine
  • Living Room
  • Laundry Soap
  • Basic Soaps

Kitchen:
  • Toaster
  • Grill
  • Stove
  • Blender
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Coffee Maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Oven
  • Pantry Items
  • Ice Maker
  • Cooking Utensils
  • 4 Ring Stove
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob

Dining:
  • Dining Area
  • seating for 10 people

Bathrooms:
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 2 Separate WC's
  • Bathroom 1 - Toilet , Bath (no shower) , Shower Enclosure , Separate shower
    Bathroom 2 - Toilet , Bath with Shower , Shower over bath
    Bathroom 3 - Toilet , Bath with Shower , Handheld shower
    Bathroom 4 - Toilet
    Bathroom 5 - Toilet
  • Luxury bathrooms fitted with Phillippe Starck bathroom fittings.

Bedrooms:
  • 5 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 Extra Lg. Double Bed
    Bedroom 2 - 1 Extra Lg. Double Bed
    Bedroom 3 - 1 Sofa bed/Futon , Small double
    Bedroom 4 - 1 Double Bed
    Bedroom 5 - 1 Double Bed
  • Bedroom 1 is in the pavilion and has an en suite bathroom (bathroom 1 below) Bedroom 2 is in the pavilion and has a bathroom adjacent (bathroom 2 below) Bedrooms 3,4 and 5 are in the Tower, each with lockable direct access from the lift. They share a bathroom. Note that the 'double' in Bedroom 3 is a sofa bed which makes into a small double (4' wide instead of 4'6') It is possible to have 2 x single beds (folding foam) put in the dressing room area of the master bedroom if you need to squeeze in a couple of extras. There is an additional cost of £20 per person over and above the standard 10 occupants, to cover the extra laundry and housekeeping.
Entertainment:
  • Stereo
  • CD Player
  • Books - Fiction / Non-fiction
  • Music Library
  • DVD Player
  • Satellite / Cable
  • Television
  • Video Library
  • Games

Outside:
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Gated Community
  • 14 garden chairs

Suitability:
  • pets not allowed
  • non smoking only
  • wheelchair inaccessible
  • not suitable for elderly or infirm
  • Long-term Renters Welcome
  • not suitable for children
  • Events Allowed
  • Minimum Age Limit for Renters

Attractions:
  • forests
  • autumn foliage
  • museums
  • restaurants
  • library
  • churches
  • cinemas
  • live theatre

Leisure Activities:
  • sight seeing
  • walking

Local Services & Businesses:
  • groceries
  • ATM/bank
  • hospital

Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • swimming
  • cycling

Notes: There is an elevator to the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 5th and 6th floors of the Tower. The observatory is on the 8th floor There is a BOSE sound system and there are TVs in all bedrooms, both sitting rooms and the main kitchen (8 in total). Note that there is a second kitchen on 6th floor of the Tower to serve the 3 Tower bedrooms and the observatory sitting room on the 8th floor. There is a separate laundry room with US style washing machine and tumble dryer plus a European style washer/dryer in the Tower. Wheelchair access would be difficult as there are no ground floor bedrooms. It is possible to go in through the Tower entrance (no steps), take the lift to the first floor and then get to the bedrooms and bathroom via wheelchair but no easy way to get from there to the kitchen / reception without walking a few steps.

Reviews for this holiday house rental in Greenwich, United Kingdom

Contemporary Romance of an 8 storey tower
average rating of 4.9166665 based on 12 reviews
business
Contemporary Romance of an 8 storey tower
http://www.homeaway.co.uk/p415214
+44 07930311448
Greenwich London
5

wedding & birth in one weekend at the water tower

wedding & birth in one weekend at the water tower
5 out of 5
Review Submitted: 07 July 2012 Date of Stay: June 2012
Hi Catherine just to say thank you our stay at the watertower was fantastic and we all felt the food & champagne was a lovely thought. The accomadation was perfect with spectacular views from the observation room. The wedding was great with sunshine hurray No rain!! & to finish the celebrations my eldest daughter who was in labour during her stay had a little girl in the early hrs of Sunday morning. Many thanks. Jackie
Owner's Response: So glad everything went well for your very special time and thank you for taking the time to write a review. Not many people can claim a wedding and a birth in one weekend!
Very best wishes to you and your family
Catherine
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
Contemporary Romance of an 8 storey tower
http://www.homeaway.co.uk/p415214
+44 07930311448
Greenwich London
Yorkshire, England
5

Heaven in the heavens1

5 out of 5
Review Submitted: 24 November 2011 Date of Stay: November 2011
Had a fantastic time in this amazing venue. Perfect for large families and corporate lets (we did both in the same week - family at the weekend, and colleagues during the week) Has the absolute 'wow' factor. Worried it was remote location, but not at all - 5 mins on bus to Blackheath Village (just outside the house - and a lovely place to visit in its own right), then fast train direct to central London in about 15 minutes. Decor and standards comparable to 5* hotel. Would 100% recommend.
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
Contemporary Romance of an 8 storey tower
http://www.homeaway.co.uk/p415214
+44 07930311448
Greenwich London
4

Family Holiday August 2011

4 out of 5
Review Submitted: 01 September 2011 Date of Stay: August 2011
A memorable stay in an enviable location just outside of London and on the verge of Greenwich.

A fantastic and unique property fitted out with all the home comforts and technical entertainment for both families and professionals alike.

The views from the observatory are amazing and need to be seen to be appreciated.

The owners have paid meticulous attention to detail in relation to hospitality and offer a hearty and luxury welcome pack with champagne, wine, cheeses and the basic essentials to start a hassle free break.

There was an abundance of comprehensive literature in order to assist the planning of days out across the region which included all contact details.

As a family of 5 we appreciated the space and comforts the property had to offer to which our friends and family also joined us for a couple of days to which the property dually accommodated.

Overall, we feel the property offered great value for money being that it is a luxurious well appointed dwelling with easy access to London and Greenwich.

Best Regards

John Kelley-Quinn and Family
Recommended for:  Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thanks for this detailed review John, which I am sure will be helpful for future enquirers. Glad the Tower worked out well for you and your family.
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
Contemporary Romance of an 8 storey tower
http://www.homeaway.co.uk/p415214
+44 07930311448
Greenwich London
St. Albert, Alberta, Canada
5

Fantastic Stay!!!

5 out of 5
Review Submitted: 03 September 2010 Date of Stay: July 2010
We were a group of six, myself, my husband, our two young daughters, and my Mother and Father-in-law. Our stay in the Tower was amazing! It was such a unique experience. It made memories for us that we will treasure forever. We do lots of travelling, and this was really something unique. I would highly reccommend it , especially for families.
Dr Krista Leicht
Edmonton, Canada
Recommended for:  Adventure Seekers, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
Contemporary Romance of an 8 storey tower
http://www.homeaway.co.uk/p415214
+44 07930311448
Greenwich London
Taunton, Somerset
5

Tower fit for a Princess

5 out of 5
Review Submitted: 03 August 2010 Date of Stay: July 2010
A fabulous venue for a fabulous hen weekend!

Every room is luxuriously decorated. You get a real buzz of excitement as you walk around the place.

You'll want for nothing during your stay, and definitely won't want to leave!

I catch myself thinking back to our stay so frequently, and will definitely be visiting again!

Thank you for a memorable stay!
Recommended for:  Girls Getaway, Families with Teenagers, Romantic Getaway
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