You know what struck me first about this place? It’s actually quiet – and I mean properly quiet for central London. Westerham House sits on Law Street, which honestly sounds more intimidating than it is. It’s this narrow residential street that somehow escaped the chaos of Borough Market and the tourist stampede along the Thames Path, even though you’re literally a five-minute walk from both. The building itself has that converted warehouse vibe that South Bank does so well – industrial bones but softened up enough that you don’t feel like you’re sleeping in a storage unit.
The apartment itself is one of those spaces that photographs well but also delivers in person, which isn’t always a given with London rentals. The bedroom’s got proper blackout curtains (thank god, because summer mornings here start at like 5 AM), and the living area actually feels separate, not just a bed shoved into a corner with a curtain divider. What I really appreciated was the kitchen setup – it’s small, obviously, but whoever designed it actually cooks because everything you need is within arm’s reach. The parking situation deserves its own mention because, let’s be honest, having a guaranteed spot in this part of London is basically like winning the lottery. It’s underground parking, nothing fancy, but you’ll sleep better knowing your car isn’t getting ticketed or towed while you’re out exploring.
Location-wise, you’re in that sweet spot where you can walk to everything but still feel like you’re living somewhere rather than camping in Tourist Central. Southwark Cathedral is practically around the corner, and if you head toward the river, you hit that gorgeous stretch of the Thames Path that takes you past the Globe Theatre and toward Tate Modern. I found myself walking to London Bridge station most mornings – it’s maybe eight minutes door-to-door, and you’ve got the Jubilee and Northern lines right there. The 7.2 rating feels about right, honestly. It’s not going to blow your mind with luxury touches, but everything works, it’s clean, and you get the sense that someone actually thought about how people live day-to-day rather than just throwing together a rental. The building can feel a bit sterile in the common areas, and the WiFi gets a bit sluggish during peak hours, but these are minor gripes. What really sells it for me is that combination of being able to park your car and walk everywhere you want to go – that’s genuinely rare in London, and worth the premium you’ll pay for a four-star place in this neighborhood.