London Calling- Apartments for rent

October 24, 2012

Now that I have a little Miss A. traveling has changed. It is no longer a spur of the moment pick-up and go adventure.  Traveling now requires more planning in every sense of the word from packing, to logistics, to finding out about kid-friendly activities to even downloading the right amount of new Pepa The Pig episodes. And with a little one we realize that something as simple as having a kitchen can make all the difference in the world for a happy family trip.  This way you can save on breakfasts and maybe even some lunches and dinners as you can keep some basic items around. Not all kiddos appreciate the culinary masterpieces in different cities and would opt for pasta and chicken tenders in a heartbeat.  Not only is having a kitchen easier on the wallet it is sometimes easier around the belly as you don't have to eat out during every meal.  Anyway, I'm loving all these websites that rent apartments in fabulous cities like London.

I was daydreaming of visiting my good friends in London next summer and One Fine Stay had some great options in apartments right in the center of the city.  Like this one!  It would be so neat to live like a local (this is actually their little slogan).  How fun would it be to stay in this modern, spacious, and so nicely put-together apartment?
 
Not bad right?  This apartment specifically would never be in my budget but they have some great finds for competitive prices. If you go with other friends you can split the costs and save on room and board.

Another website offering apartment rentals that I have come across is Airbnb, which has apartments in 192 countries. VRBO also offers rentals worldwide.  The nice thing about these websites is that they offer many different price points with pretty good photographs and reviews so you make an informed opinion.  So, bookmark this post friends so when you plan a trip in the near future you can refer to these websites and see what cute apartments await you.

Have you ever rented from the internet before?  Would you rather rent an apartment or go to a hotel?

[all images via One Fine Stay]

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25 comments

  1. decorayadoraOctober 24, 2012 at 4:34 AM

    Is bautiful apartament. I love the lamp
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  2. Barren @ New York Chelsea ApartmentOctober 24, 2012 at 5:54 AM

    Lovely apartment seems to be real great and love the interiors.

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  3. CarlaOctober 24, 2012 at 6:06 AM

    This is a wonderful tip. Thank You!

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  4. Gaby [The Vault Files]October 24, 2012 at 6:42 AM

    These are all stunning, now with Matthew, I always try to find an apartment type of room, that's what we did while in NZ recently for the nights we spent in Christchurch and it worked so well! Definitely the best way to go when you have little ones ;)

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  5. UnknownOctober 24, 2012 at 6:54 AM

    This is a great option, my friend just did this in Rome and his apartment was beautiful, he even had a garden! His kitchen was magnificent! This is another website that I haven't heard of so I will have to check it out!

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  6. apartments for rent in minnetonka mnOctober 24, 2012 at 7:04 AM

    Such beautiful rentals! Plenty of renters out there would definitely love these apartments. Although expensive, renters can opt to make their homes as stylish as this one too with a bit of creativity.

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  7. LiveLaughDecorateOctober 24, 2012 at 8:18 AM

    Lovely apartments and even more lovely apartment guides. Will definitely be using this when we plan our trip to London though I suspect we may go without the little one!

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  8. Lianna@theresnoplacelikehomemke.comOctober 24, 2012 at 8:39 AM

    I love the idea of renting. When I stay in a hotel I sometimes feel like I can't relax without just eating breakfast or snacks without going out. I haven't done it but want to try!

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  9. UnknownOctober 24, 2012 at 8:42 AM

    My daughter is obsessed with Pepa the Pig! She found it herself on YouTube and for weeks I had no idea what she was talking about. LOL
    We are doing this exact thing in March when we go to Hawaii. My whole family is going so it just made sense.
    Great idea!

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  10. KristenOctober 24, 2012 at 8:57 AM

    OK you have made my desire to jet set to London even stronger!!! I have always wondered about doing this but have always gone the hotel route. Def something I would love to try. Especially if I can score one as chic as all of these!

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  11. AlexaOctober 24, 2012 at 10:56 AM

    We are renting an apartment in Paris! We leave tomorrow! Super excited! :)

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  12. UnknownOctober 24, 2012 at 11:29 AM

    True traveling with kids is hard. I would defiantly stay here! Great taste my dear!

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  13. AnonymousOctober 24, 2012 at 11:35 AM

    Wow! What a gorgeous apartment... I'd move in in a heart beat!

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  14. UnknownOctober 24, 2012 at 12:35 PM

    Yes, it's a great idea - especially for staying for longer...

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  15. JessicaOctober 24, 2012 at 1:33 PM

    This is genius. I cannot be without a full kitchen.

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  16. Preciously MeOctober 24, 2012 at 2:02 PM

    Hola Albertina!
    I often go to London for shopping and more. I used to go in a bed & breakfast but the last time I went there I rent an apartement via Housetrip and everything was perfect!
    Great host, great apartement and great location.
    I should go to London next month and I'll try to rent again the same apartment!

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  17. Betty WrightOctober 24, 2012 at 8:48 PM

    Love London!! I've only stayed in hotels there but this apartment looks chic and modern...so nice!! I would definitely stay there especially if its a good location!!

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  18. DebOctober 25, 2012 at 8:00 AM

    if they all look like this..especially the ones in Paris, I might not want to come back....LOL

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  19. Allan @ Clinton apartmentsNovember 6, 2012 at 11:26 PM

    Well these apartments are those that one would actually consider to buy in stead on staying in for rent, such fabulous interiors.

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  20. شقق للإيجار الرياضNovember 10, 2012 at 2:13 AM

    This apartment is looks too beautiful and good interior decoration. I really impress by this beautiful home. Its too good.

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