Incredible location & views - 31 Oct (for 6months)

Area:

London SE1

Postcode:

SE1

Available:

31 Oct 2026

Min term:

5 months

Max term:

6 months

Short lets considered:

Yes

Double room:

£275pw

Hi! I am relocating abroad for around 6 months departing 31st October and returning in April (date TBC). Looking for a person in need of a room with double bed in an amazingly decorated apartment on Union Street, in the epicenter of Southbank's food & cultural district.

KEY INFO - please read these points before booking a viewing:

- Video in advert shows property & bedroom
- Room is available from morning of Sat 31st Oct onwards, and we would ideally like somebody who wishes to stay throughout the period (until a date in April for us to decide with you).
- Price is £275/week INCLUDING council tax, but excluding bills. Bills are typically £90/month for water, electricity, wifi etc., plus an optional fortnightly cleaner.
- The property is already fully equipped and well-lived in, and already stocked with basics such as toilet roll, cooking basics, cleaning products etc. You are welcome to use our guest linen and towels if needed for your stay.
- Apartment has one other housemate (more info on her below). The bathroom is shared. Your bedroom can be locked individually in case you prefer to do so.
- Virtual or in-person viewings can be arranged any time after 6.00pm UK time on Tuesday 13th October, or any time throughout the day on Monday 19th October.

MORE DETAILED INFO:

Built in 2016, The Music Box is a modern and bright set of flats with floor-to-ceiling glass in every room and amazing views of The Shard. The flat is fully equipped with designer-style furnishings and modern amenities.

The surrounding area:
- 1 minute walk from Southwark tube (Jubilee line)
- 10 minutes walk from Waterloo, Blackfriars & London Bridge stations
- 5 minutes walk from Tate Modern & the river
- 2 minutes walk from Tesco, Sainsbury's, M&S
- 2 minutes walk from well equipped and affordable gym (Southwark Fitness4Less)
- <15 minutes walk from London's best food markets (Borough Market, Flat Iron Square, Maltby Street Market, Mercato Metropolinato) and theatres (The Young Vic, Old Vic, The National, Southwark Playhouse)
- 20 minute walk to Covent Garden

The flat:
- 5th floor apartment
- All furniture & kitchenware is supplied - you don't need to bring anything!
- Direct views of The Shard in every room
- A/C and fresh air ventilation in every room
- Enormous U-shaped sofa - comfortably seats 6 people spread out
- Arts, plants and beautiful details throughout
- Coffee machine / microwave / toaster / washer & dryer / bath & shower
- Secure bike storage in the basement of the building
- Very safe and secure, key fob required for main entrance and lift
- We currently employ a brilliant fornightly cleaner who keeps the place looking great
- Interesting fact... Cate Blanchett has a property on one of the floors above

The bedroom:
- A snug double bed
- A desk space
- Automated blackout blinds which can be set to a timed schedule
- Air conditioning
- Amazing amounts of storage: 4 x floor-to-ceiling mirrored wardrobes, and 2 x large pullout-drawers under the bed
- Furniture included: desk chair, lamp, plants, artwork (the polaroid pictures in the photos & videos will be removed before your arrival)

About the other housemate, Haifa:
- Fun and energetic 42-year-old English girl, who has recently moved back to London from New York and is the Founder of an AI start-up
- Respectful of one another's space while also enjoying a chat or occasional wine

About you:
- We are looking for an individual to fill the room - no couples unfortunately
- Clean, tidy, and experienced with living in a shared property!

Other details:
- The move-in date cannot be earlier than 31st October, but can be a little later by negotiation. The move-out date is for us to discuss/negotiate, likely towards the end of April.

The best way to contact me is by WhatsApp, my number is listed in the Spareroom ad.

Thanks and hope to hear from you soon!
Sam

Location info

• London SE1
• SE1
• (0-5 minutes walk to Southwark station)

Extra costs

Deposit

£500.00

Bills included?

Some

Amenities

Furnishings

Furnished

Parking

No

Garage

No

Garden/terrace

No

Balcony/Patio

No

Disabled access

No

Living room

shared

Broadband included

Yes