Make a holiday rental home or flat in London your home away from home

London; one of the world’s most important business and cultural centres, with worldwide influence in many spheres. There is a huge amount to see in London, and a huge amount of London accommodation to choose from, weather you are looking for a London flat to rent for a weekend break, or a London house for a few weeks. London’s culture is hugely varied with over 300 languages spoken, and the atmosphere changes from street to street.

Things to do in London

London has a huge depth of historic attractions, including 4 UNESCO World Heritage sites, including the Houses of Parliament, St Paul’s Cathedral, Tower Bridge, the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace.

London also boasts a variety of active attractions and galleries. The London Eye is a great starting point to get your bearings in this massive city. The London Dungeons, British Museum, National Gallery and the Tate Modern Gallery are all huge attractions in their fields.

The River Thames is the heart of London, and taking a cruise down the River also lets you see many of London’s most renowned points of interest.

Taking a holiday rental in London provides the extra privacy and flexibility to really explore London life than is offered by London hotels. The 83 street markets of London are a real treat, especially those at Notting Hill, Camden and Portobello Road. These, mixed with a combination of London’s legendary pubs, restaurants and nightlife, give you a real taste of England’s Capitol, and staying in a London flat for rent rather than a London hotel gets you that extra understanding of ‘real London’.

London also hosts a huge number of international, national, European and local sporting events and finals. The number of special competitions is also likely to increase as the facilities from the 2012 London Olympics come into use. Sporting places of interest in London certainly include Lords, the home of Cricket, Twickenham’s Museum of Rugby and the Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum and Tour.

Weather in London

London has four distinct seasons. Average temperatures in summer are slightly higher than much of the country, reaching up to 23?C. Winters are harsher, with rain unpredictable and average temperatures dipping to around 6?C in winter.

Flights to London

London is a major transport hub, boasting 5 international Airports, Heathrow (LHR), Gatwick (LGW), Stansted (STN), Luton (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY), so there is no shortage of cheap flights to London. Road and rail networks into London are good, although driving in London is not advised, especially for short breaks or weekend breaks.

Self-catering holiday homes in London

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London apartment rental - Living and dining area with plasma Tv and sofa bed
Studio, Sleeps 4,
Apartment, 1 Bathroom, town, garden
Rates - per property (GBP)
£70/night
£400 - £700/week
Calendar Updated 23 Nov 2009

Property Review

My family (2 adults/2 kids) fully enjoyed staying at this quaint studio apartment in Wimbledon. It's location is just minutes from the tube/bus stations, grocery stores, restaurants--anything you...
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London apartment rental - Lounge
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4,
Apartment, 2 Bathrooms, city centre, waterfront, terrace
Rates - per property (GBP)
£125 - £175/night
£650 - £850/week
Calendar Updated 23 Nov 2009

Property Review

The apartment was modern, comfortable,clean,safe and exquisitly decorated.Top of the line!! We were met on time by the friendly housekeeper,and were able to make tea and coffee, even eggs for...
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London Earls Court - Centrally located 1 bedroom apartment. Sleeps 4

— Property 434814
London apartment rental - Living room overlooking a green garden
1 Bedroom, Sleeps 4,
Apartment, 1 Bathroom, city centre, internet access
Rates - per property (GBP)
£125/night
£700/week
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London apartment rental - sun lounge leading to terrace
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8,
Apartment, 3 Bathrooms, 1 Separate Toilet, river, town, terrace
Rates - per property (GBP)
£365 - £503/night
£2,134 - £3,354/week
£6,707/month
Calendar Updated 23 Nov 2009

Property Review

My family and I were the first to rent this property and had a wonderful stay. It is elegantly furnished, filled with light, has state of the art appliances, and is spacious with two balconies....
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Architect's Georgian Cottage 15 Minutes from Piccadilly

— Property 80941
London house rental - Exterior
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 5,
House, 2 Bathrooms, 1 Separate Toilet, city centre, garden
Rates - per property (GBP)
£1,250/week
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Child friendly house in Ealing, West London

— Property 424443
London house rental - Front
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6,
House, 1 Bathroom, 1 Separate Toilet, beach, garden
Rates - per property (GBP)
£110 - £130/night
£675 - £750/week
Calendar Updated 23 Nov 2009

Property Review

A beautifully furnished and excellently maintained property greeted our arrival in London for a week's holiday with our 3 small children. Perfectly positioned for a short drive to Legoland or a...
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Stylish Central London Apartment with Pool, Gym and Jacuzzi

— Property 426495
London apartment rental - Sitting room
1 Bedroom, Sleeps 4,
Apartment, 1 Bathroom, city centre, pool
Rates - per property (GBP)
£115 - £120/night
£750 - £1,000/week
Calendar Updated 23 Nov 2009

Property Review

Meine Tochter und ich haben Anfang November London besucht, das Apartment in Elephant&Castle war am Anfang schwierig zu finden, aber man sollte einfach nach "Metro Central Heights" fragen. Das ist...
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Peaceful Location.

— Property 427255
London apartment rental - Grantham Court
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4,
Apartment, 1 Bathroom, town, TV
Rates - per property (GBP)
£90 - £150/night
£600 - £820/week
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London apartment rental - Sitting room with TV, coffee table and sofa bed.
1 Bedroom, Sleeps 4,
Apartment, 1 Bathroom, city centre, town, internet access
Rates - per property (GBP)
£90/night
£630/week
Calendar Updated 23 Nov 2009

Property Review

I stayed here whilst attending a conference in Holborn. I was very impressed by the flat. It was very secure and had everything I needed for the time I stayed there. The space is ideal for eating...
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London apartment rental - Reception Top Floor Flat
1 Bedroom, Sleeps 2,
Apartment, 1 Bathroom, city centre, balcony
Rates - per property (GBP)
£550 - £650/week
Calendar Updated 23 Nov 2009

Property Review

We enjoyed our stay immensely at Sinclair Gardens. It was within five minutes of a major bus and tube station which made getting around London very easy. The top floor flat is very roomy and...
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London Luxury penthouse apartment - Hyde Park

— Property 414907
London apartment rental - Lounge with direct elevator access
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 7,
Apartment, 2 Bathrooms, city centre, balcony
Rates - per property (GBP)
£2,995/week
Calendar Updated 23 Nov 2009

Property Review

Our family of 5 with 3 small children really enjoyed our stay here. They owners were attentive, everything was as described, the location was unbeatable. Extremely convenient to tube stops,...
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Beautiful two bedroom flat in the centre of London near Oxford Circus

— Property 406567
London apartment rental - Living room
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4,
Apartment, 1 Bathroom, city centre, town, internet access
Rates - per property (GBP)
£1,150/week
Calendar Updated 23 Nov 2009

Property Review

This is a great place to stay in London. The location and the flat were just perfect for the four of us . The location could not be more central. The flat is beautiful and so comfortable. It has...
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Central London - Trafalgar Square - Sleeps 5 - Apartment 9

— Property 65348
London apartment rental - Next to flat
1 Bedroom, Sleeps 5,
Apartment, 1 Bathroom, city centre, internet access
Rates - per property (GBP)
£125 - £180/night
£730 - £1,060/week
Calendar Updated 23 Nov 2009

Property Review

We stayed at Apt10 for a week in June. It was small (expected), but big enough for our family of 5. You can not beat the location. The owner responded to all my queries promptly. We left...
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Luxury Apt Central London - close to transport, tourist sites,WiFi

— Property 422177
London apartment rental - Living room with double sofa bed
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 5,
Apartment, 1 Bathroom, city centre, balcony
Rates - per property (GBP)
£140 - £150/night
£895/week
Calendar Updated 23 Nov 2009

Property Review

Perfect appartment and service from owner. Owner give us perfect informations and meet us at the appartment as agreed. Undeground few minutes walk give us easy acces to all Londons attractions....
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Central London apt near tourist attractions, shops and transport - WiFi

— Property 94127
London apartment rental - Lounge with double Futon sofa bed
1 Bedroom, Sleeps 4,
Apartment, 1 Bathroom, city centre, internet access
Rates - per property (GBP)
£90 - £110/night
£595 - £695/week
Calendar Updated 23 Nov 2009

Property Review

I´ve been in London before but to my boyfriend was the first time. This flat is really perfect! It´s cozy. The kitchen has everything to cook, the shower is really good and the everything is...
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London apartment rental - Living Room
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6,
Apartment, 1 Bathroom, city centre, TV
Rates - per property (GBP)
£910/week
Calendar Updated 23 Nov 2009

Property Review

Comments from our guests: 'What a wonderful apartment. So close to the tube, excellent outlook, well equipped and such great taste. Thanks so much for the wine, flowers and welcome card. It was a...
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Luxury central London 2 double bedroom apartment

— Property 414451
London apartment rental - External
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4,
Apartment, 2 Bathrooms, city centre, town, terrace
Rates - per property (GBP)
£150 - £175/night
£850 - £1,000/week
Calendar Updated 23 Nov 2009

Property Review

We thoroughly enjoyed our week in London staying in this apartment. It was spacious and clean with all the mod cons you would need. It is literally a stones throw from Victoria Station so you can...
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Luxury 1 bedroom apartment, very close to underground, perfect for London

— Property 423307
London apartment rental - First Floor apartment - Lounge
1 Bedroom, Sleeps 3,
Apartment, 1 Bathroom, city centre, town, internet access
Rates - per property (GBP)
£80 - £110/night
£390 - £520/week
Calendar Updated 23 Nov 2009

Property Review

The apartment is very comfortable, clean, very well maintained, with an excellent kitchen, providing all we needed and more. The property is very well communicated by train with central...
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London apartment rental - The property - View from front
Studio, Sleeps 5,
Apartment, 1 Bathroom, city centre, town, internet access
Rates - per property (GBP)
£70 - £800/night
£340 - £450/week
Calendar Updated 23 Nov 2009

Property Review

We (2 Adults, 2 Teenagers and 2 seven year old children) have spent one week in the garden apartment. It was a very friendly, nearly perfect budget accomodation for our needs. The apartment was...
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London house rental - 1 Bedroom Garden Flat - Kitchen
1 Bedroom, Sleeps 5,
House, 1 Bathroom, city centre, town, garden
Rates - per property (GBP)
£100 - £140/night
£450 - £550/week
Calendar Updated 23 Nov 2009

Property Review

This apartment was perfect for 2 people visiting London. It is very close to the underground Train station and a short walk to stores and places to eat. The apartment is clean and comfortable. ...
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London apartment rental - Lounge Diner
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6,
Apartment, 2 Bathrooms, town, village, balcony
Rates - per property (GBP)
£160 - £190/night
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London apartment rental - Greenwich Park 3 minute walk
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6,
Apartment, 1 Bathroom, town, village, internet access
Rates - per property (GBP)
£150 - £185/night
SPECIAL OFFER! 1 night free on every booking!!! (3 November - 9 December)
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London apartment rental
1 Bedroom, Sleeps 6,
Apartment, 1 Bathroom, city centre, air-conditioning
Rates - per property (GBP)
£100/night
£700/week
Calendar Updated 23 Nov 2009

Property Review

very nice flat, well maintained and close to the center. when we're in London this is our preferable place to stay (and I'm in London more than once a year). we have a great time in the flat, it...
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Stunning 3 bed apartment in Bayswater, W2

— Property 421903
London apartment rental - Reception
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8,
Apartment, 2 Bathrooms, city centre, town, TV
Rates - per property (GBP)
£270 - £330/night
£1,400 - £2,000/week
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London apartment rental - diner
1 Bedroom, Sleeps 5,
Apartment, 1 Bathroom, city centre, town, garden
Rates - per property (GBP)
£50 - £85/night
£250 - £450/week
Calendar Updated 22 Nov 2009

Property Review

The apartment is a lot nicer and cosier than the pictures can show, you have everything you need, and the owner is very helpful. The neighbourhood is what you would expect of a "typical" British...
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Stunning Kensington/Holland Park newly refurbished apartment

— Property 403458
London apartment rental - Reception
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 5,
Apartment, 1 Bathroom, internet access, satellite or cable
Rates - per property (GBP)
£130/night
£850/week
Calendar Updated 22 Nov 2009

Property Review

This apartment was absolutely immaculate throughout with refurbishment to a very high standard. Children loved it. The owner was lovely, taking time to explain where things were and how everything...
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Putney, Super 1 bedroom flat on the river with use of garden.

— Property 97492
London apartment rental - View of the river
1 Bedroom, Sleeps 3,
Apartment, 1 Bathroom, city centre, waterfront, garden
Rates - per property (GBP)
£100/night
£630/week
Calendar Updated 22 Nov 2009

Property Review

My husband and I spent a week in this large, clean and very comfortable apartment. Everything was great and the rooms very spacious with lots of storage. Felt very comfortable and thoroughly...
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London apartment rental - Beautiful Sunsets to the West from the terrace
1 Bedroom, Sleeps 4,
Apartment, 1 Bathroom, city centre, waterfront, terrace
Rates - per property (GBP)
£129 - £139/night
£903 - £909/week
Calendar Updated 22 Nov 2009

Property Review

If you choose this apartment be aware: I can happen, that you spend more time on the balcony than on sightseeing... There are fantastic views at all day times, you see the tides coming and going,...
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London apartment rental - MAIN BEDROOM HAS A LUXURIOUS 5 FOOT BED
1 Bedroom, Sleeps 4,
Apartment, 1 Bathroom, city centre, town, pets considered
Rates - per property (GBP)
£143 - £198/night
Calendar Updated 22 Nov 2009

Property Review

We found this apartment on HomeAway and it appealed to us mainly because of the location which was within walking distance of our niece who is studying in London. We were lucky to find this gem!...
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London apartment rental - Street view of apartment with terrace (top floor)
1 Bedroom, Sleeps 4,
Apartment, 1 Bathroom, city centre, terrace
Rates - per property (GBP)
£65 - £85/night
£455/week
Calendar Updated 22 Nov 2009

Property Review

It was a pleasure to spend London holidays at this flat. Very close to the central London, Camden town; good transport connections (buses,inclouding night route, tube). The area of North-East...