In London in style, in an authentic Victorian townhouse: Barclay House London

In the heart of the vibrant Fulham neighborhood: the new place to sleep in London in style is a very special Boutique hotel…

London, a bit like New York, is always a good idea. Whenever I imagine myself there I feel happy. Even now, as I write and see myself there. Walking along the Thames, crossing the Millennium Bridge with my gaze towards St Paul’s, getting lost in markets to savor the essence of London culture, wandering in the village that punctuate the stages of my itineraries to discover the life pulsating in London’s neighborhoods, stroll along streets rhythmic with Victorian architecture, stop at a pub to sip a beer in a relaxed and lively atmosphere, stop at one of the city’s many quaint bookstores or a store vintage, wander among parks and gardens chatting with friends and then stop to admire another view of the city, spend a day walking among street art e street food, discover the face of a city in turmoil that changes without giving up its identity. I love its dynamic, elegant and eccentric form, which is the same and different every time. On this new trip, I’m taking you to London in style, to an authentic Victorian townhouse in the heart of the vibrant Fulham neighborhood: Barclay House London is the new place recommended by In-Turn-With-Jo…

A Londra con stile, in un’autentica townhouse vittoriana: Barclay House London

Barclay House London is a boutique bed and breakfast in London, located at 21 Barclay Road in the vibrant Fulham neighbourhood. It is a typical Victorian townhouse, offering smart comforts and contemporary interiors that combine innovation with tradition, just a stone’s throw from Fulham Road and Fulham Broadway underground station.

If you want to know more about this neighbourhood, I have written a guide to living in London, starting from Fulham:you can find it here.

A stay in London can be very expensive and often the quality/price ratio of a hotel is not that great. I much prefer the charm and personality of a B&B to the anonymity of a star-rated hotel, especially if we are talking about a boutique hotel that manages to transport you into the local experience.

A chic and comfortable environment for a select number of guests: three rooms with bathrooms equipped with all amenities, revealing the utmost attention to detail. In addition, a secret room – The Blue Room – for special guests on one of the upper floors of the house, where you can immerse yourself in the most familiar atmosphere of this London Staycation.

“Homely and elegant”-a luxurious stay that reveals owner Charlotte’s love of architecture with an artistic and creative soul.

Charlotte and Adrian curated a smart urban design that cleverly blends elegant, contemporary style with the functionality of comfortable, convenient living. Victorian details such as cornices and dormers restore identity and memory to the building, without sacrificing an ambiance that marries modernity.

Inclusive and tailor-made for the guest, Barclay House London is designed to make your stay pleasant and comfortable. So comfortable that you almost don’t want to leave the house! What’s more, after a day out in such a stimulating city, coming home to the soothing sounds of Charlotte and Adrian’s jazz greeting you, even better accompanied by a drink before heading out for dinner at one of Fulham’s star-studded gastro-pubs, is definitely one of the highlights of this luxury B&B.

Unique in its way of being chic and local. Special in the way this community of travelers who recognize themselves in the style of In-Journey-with-Jo’ likes it. Because our way of traveling never gives up the comfort of a comfortable stay, which can give that feeling of freedom that only stimulating and meaningful experiences are able to give back.

“After years in the corporate arena and traveling the world, we enjoy sharing our home with those wise globetrotters eager to make new discoveries…”

Fulham, the perfect neighbourhood for your London staycation

What I loved most about this stay was the chance to experience London as a ‘local’, like a local, in keeping with the spirit of our travels. I like to immerse myself completely in the life of a place and the people who live there, and at every new destination I wonder what it would be like to live in this corner of the world… Let’s start here: we are in an elegant suburb of London that runs along the north bank of the Thames and encompasses Chelsea and Kensington. My impression is that it is a less polished neighbourhood than Kensington and Chelsea, closer to my way of life. The risk when you experience a place as a traveller – and even more so as a ‘tourist’ – is that you only see the good side. This is my third time back in Fulham and now I can see it a little more closely. The neighbourhood life seems more real to me. Closer to my way of being and feeling.

What I offer you here, in our story shop, is an insider’s guide, a collection of hidden gems, discovered thanks to Charlotte and Adrian’s recommendations, with some special addresses to explore this neighbourhood through the eyes and vision of those who live in London and its unique trends.

Experience London from Fulham

With Michelin-starred restaurants and gastropubs, jazz clubs, trendy cafés and shops of all kinds, this elegant and lively suburb of London lies to the west of the capital, in the borough of Hammersmith and Fulham, offering a relaxing stroll along the Thames, lined with the beautiful gardens of Fulham Palace and Bishops Park.

Getting around Fulham:

Fulham is served by the District Line: stops Putney Bridge, Parsons Green and Fulham Broadway.

The distinctive red buses will take you to the nearest neighborhoods of Kensington and Chelsea: in particular, the 14 or 414 leave from Fulham Road and go directly to the 3 major museums in South Kensington, as well as to some of London’s most popular shopping stops, such as Harrods and Knightsbridge, to Hyde Park/Kensington Gardens.

Another beautiful way to explore London from Fulham is by boat: you can board an Uber Boat from the Putney Pier and go down to the different neighborhoods that line the banks of the river. It’s a different and fascinating way that will take you all the way to the Southbank, Docklands and Greenwich, passing London’s most iconic buildings and landmarks. Cruising the Thames with the evening lights blazing over the city is priceless.

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