5 Bedroom Villa in St Johns Wood, London

Some homes slow you down in the best way as soon as you step up to the gate. This five bedroom villa on Elm Tree Road in St Johns Wood is exactly like that. The street itself is tucked away and honestly it feels like you are miles from the city even though you are right in the heart of London. I noticed right away you hear the birds more than any noise from the city and the trees along the lane actually rustle when there is a bit of wind. You get this sort of storybook gold from the sunlight, especially early in the morning when the leaves are glowing. It is surprising sometimes just how peaceful it feels and you almost forget central London is so close.

As you come through the front, you take this old path that feels protected by trees. Then suddenly you are staring at that classic country house look with real brick and a touch of ivy growing across parts of the villa. Inside, the welcome continues. The first thing that hit me was how large the reception hall feels. Honestly you could push a pram or carry weekend luggage and still not bump into anything. The palette inside is mostly cream tones and it is quiet enough to hear your own footsteps. Almost every room has these large windows so there is sunlight pretty much everywhere. The ceilings are up high which always makes me breathe a little deeper somehow. The drawing room brings in that old London villa vibe but with seats that are genuinely soft and perfect for just sinking in after a long day. I caught myself lounging and not wanting to get up for a while which, if you live busy in London, is a real luxury.

Just past the hall, the kitchen is what made me pause next. It faces the sun and honestly looks like somewhere you would want to bake bread or cook a proper Sunday roast. The layout makes it easy to move around without feeling boxed in. I stood next to the window and just listened to the birds for a bit. You get the sense mornings could be slower here, coffee in hand, windows open and no rush. The dining room off to the side feels almost Elizabethan, like something from country England, and you will notice how it fits both just the family or a bigger group if you like Sunday gatherings. There is a really handy boot room at the back and storage space where I just tossed my backpack one afternoon. Funny thing how a simple corner for jackets and shoes makes coming home feel simple.

When you head upstairs, that sense of comfort sticks with you. Five bedrooms up here, and all of them are big enough for real beds and furniture. No awkward tiny rooms here, so everyone gets their space. The master feels especially generous. There is space to move around and the dressing room is right where you need it, actually making life easier instead of cramming everything into corners. It never feels flashy, just quietly luxurious and practical. There is a private study attached too, which I know is useful now more than ever. The second biggest bedroom has its own en suite so no one is queueing for showers in the morning. Always a relief if you have teens or regular guests.

The garden at the back honestly won me over. You open the doors and you are met with tall hedges and plenty of green grass. I have taken my shoes off just to feel how soft the turf is. The garden circles around so you get privacy and shade in just the right places. Every now and then a robin bobs by or you hear kids riding bikes from the house next door. When the sky is clear there is a view out to the London skyline that just peeks over the tops of the trees. It is a great spot to read, have guests or just let pets have the run of the place.

On the corner of the plot, there is a separate garage which is useful if you drive. That said, the coffee shop and local market are just a short stroll away, so you could easily get by without one. Lords Cricket Ground is right around the corner if you are sporty or just enjoy the local buzz on weekends.

This home feels loved and settled. You pick up on it in the way the walls and garden just invite you to relax. The St Johns Wood community gets familiar fast, with faces you might end up stopping for a chat with on your daily walk. It feels genuinely safe and ready for a new chapter. The only real way to decide is just to walk through it for yourself and see if you slow down a bit too. If you have questions or want to visit, let me know. At LuxuryProperty.com, we like to make your next move comfortable and easy.