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Some homes just have a certain calm from the moment you walk in. This two bedroom riverfront apartment at Henley Apartments in Hammersmith slows you down a bit. It is not always easy to describe, but maybe it is the way the glass walls curve all around you, so light keeps shifting across the rooms from morning into evening. I stood by the balcony doors for a little while and just watched the water moving on the Thames, and even though the city is all around, here it felt quieter, almost like your own spot to breathe.
The building is part of Fulham Reach which sits right along the river. Honestly, I think a lot of people drive past without even seeing these two glass towers right away. They feel a bit tucked away, even with such a prime location in London. Then you get up into the apartment and the city comes back into view from above. The balcony is not just a narrow ledge either. Walk out and you get this curve that lets you watch both the boats on the river and people strolling down below. Sometimes you hear the sounds of the city drift up but it never really gets loud up here. In the evening, the sky glows behind the skyline and honestly, you might not even want to leave your spot on the balcony.
Inside, it is open plan so everything just flows together. The living area never feels boxed in, and I think it is one of those spots where furniture just seems to fit without having to try too hard. I stood by the kitchen for a bit and it really does feel like a place you would want to cook for real. Not just a showpiece—there is a proper oven, induction hob, all the appliances you need are built in and ready. If you cook, there is enough room to spread out. Plus, because it all faces out to the river, you are never short on daylight or something decent to look at while you wait for the kettle.
The bedrooms both have their own bathrooms, so guests or kids never have to queue in the morning. In the master bedroom you will spot a big dressing area, which is something people do not always expect in London apartments. The bathrooms feel just as good as a nice hotel, with Villeroy and Boch fittings, those heated wall panels that make mornings easier and a real attention to clever lighting so it never feels boxy. You might notice there are no harsh corners here, the curved walls soften everything. Afternoons, light bounces around in ways you almost never see in more square apartments and sometimes you catch the garden views along with the river at just the right angle.
Downstairs there is something called the Tamesis Club. Most residents spend at least some time in there. There is a spa, a private pool, a proper gym if you are into your morning routines or maybe just want to relax in the sauna after a workday. The virtual golf setup is a small surprise, and the screening room often has movie nights if you want the big screen without leaving home. The lounge is a good place to work on your laptop with coffee or just unwind away from it all.
Hammersmith has a really local feel, and yet it never feels far from anything. In the mornings I have seen people running along the river path or stopping for a croissant at Harris and Hoole. Lunch at Blue Boat is always busy but in a good way—locals mixing with newcomers. The Michelin star River Cafe is just a few minutes away, so if you really want to celebrate something, you are set for fine dining. Public transport links are everywhere, so commuting is easy even if you do not want to drive. There are parks nearby, and sometimes in the evenings you notice families heading out for walks after dinner.
So, if you are searching for an apartment in London that feels a little bit more special and less like everywhere else, you might want to stop by and walk through this one in Hammersmith. The only way to really know if the feeling is there is to come see it. If anything about this place catches your eye or you want to look around in person, reach out when you are ready. At LuxuryProperty.com, we like to keep things comfortable and easy as you think about your next move.
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