Soak up some sun in the verdant garden of a design-forward home. Leafy suntraps meet sprawling oases in our round-up of London’s best homes with idyllic gardens.

Whether you’re seeking a base for exploration or a home to nestle into, allow us to present our favourite summer havens. From sprawling city escapes to storied townhouses with period charm, our carefully curated selection boasts imaginative gardens, enchanting roof terraces, and design-led interiors to unwind in should the weather take a turn.  

Ladbroke Grove

A four-bedroom townhouse set for entertaining, expansive living spaces are spread across Ladbroke Grove’ lower floors. With views overlooking the 80-foot-long walled garden, a light-flooded sunroom is a serene spot to unwind or entertain in. Venture outside for alfresco dinners on the rear terrace. Downstairs, a sprawling open-plan kitchen, dining and reception room is a considered space to retreat to on rainy afternoons.

Ladbroke Grove is available for short stays from £1,700 per night.

Caithness Road

With its Scandi-style aesthetic and palette of natural materials, Caithness Road feels designed for summer. United by clean finishes and an abundance of natural light, an airy feel flows through the five-bedroom home. Outdoors, the sprawling green space is one of the largest private gardens in west London. Over a lush, green lawn that spans two distinct levels, a multitude of inviting seating spots await. Creating an idyllic backdrop for open-air dining, enchanting climbing wisteria adorns the brick exterior. For more intimate gatherings, head up to the roof terrace.   

Caithness Road is available for short stays from £1,750 per night.  

Binns Road 

Optimised for family living, there’s an inspiring character to this stylish, suburban, four-bedroom home in Chiswick. Beckoning in sunshine through two skylights, an uplifting ambiance characterises the open plan kitchen and reception room. Crittall-style glass doors lead the way to a tranquil private garden, the immediate paved area forming a picturesque spot for barbecues. At the rear, make the most of a flexible garden room – ideal for exercising, watching films or working from home.

Binns Road is available for short stays from £700 per night.

Pindock Mews

Layers of glass channel light and an uplifting sense of space throughout this two-bedroom mews home in Little Venice. Floating staircases connect its three levels, while glass floors provide uninterrupted views all the way up to a skylight. On sunny days, step out from the top floor bedroom to an intimate roof terrace – the perfect place for a morning coffee.

Pindock Mews is available for short stays from £600 per night.

Clifton Gardens

Embracing the grandeur of its setting, this two-bedroom maisonette in Little Venice immediately impresses. Design from Phiber Interiors subtly imbues the space with a feeling of the outdoors, combining muted green hues with bold floral artwork. Voluminous 3.5-metre-high windows bring an airy ambience, and frame views of the private patio garden. From here, cast iron gates lead directly to a manicured communal garden. Venture outdoors and the canals of Little Venice are on your doorstep.

Clifton Gardens is available for short stays from £850 per night. 

Take Courage House

Seeking solace in nature this summer? There’s an away-from-it-all feel to the garden at Take Courage House. Be enveloped in artfully designed greenery by Garden Club London and take time to unwind on crafted wooden benches. A leafy canopy overhead and the fragrance of aromatic herbs are on hand to soothe your senses. When dusk descends, ignite the fire pit-cum-barbecue, and let intimate gatherings linger into the late hours. Inside, design by homeowner Juliette Sherwood creates equally exceptional spaces. 

Take Courage House is available for short stays from £2,000 per night.  

Rawlings Street

Live in design-led luxury at this impressive five floor, four-bedroom period terrace in Chelsea – a stone’s throw from Sloane Square. Designed by Anthro Architecture, the open-plan family, kitchen and dining room makes a statement with expansive glazing that soars upwards to form a glass roof. From here, take dinner or drinks to the split-level patio garden, a peaceful spot for respite after busy city days.

Rawlings Street is available for short stays from £,1750 per night.

Blakemore Farm

Looking for something further afield? Find tranquility in the Cotswolds at Blakemore Farm. This seven-bedroom country home combines design-led living with a secluded setting. Surrounded by ancient woodland and picturesque patchwork fields, its generous plot includes tennis courts, stables, a pool, and a paddock where a helicopter can land.  

Blakemore Farm is available for short stays from £2,500 per night.