Channelling the East London aesthetic with aplomb, this industrial-chic apartment in the heart of London Fields is an excellent choice for those wanting to split their time between relaxing in style and discovering the capital’s lesser-known hotspots. The living space is a punch of texture and colours – expect concrete ceilings, bespoke graffiti chairs, luxe velvet upholstery and moody black drapes. Enormous floor-to-ceiling windows frame London’s unmistakable skyline and flood the place with natural light. You’ll notice the bedrooms each have their own identity, with a statement wall in one and a funky patterned rug in the other. On sunny days, mix up an aromatic cocktail using the accoutrements from the bar cart and sip your concoction with a satisfied sigh out on the balcony. And just when you thought it couldn’t get any better, you’ve access to a heated rooftop pool – now that is how you do a homestay in the city. When you’re ready to explore, the creative Netil Market, four minutes away, has a stellar selection of street food, indie boutiques and an on-site independent radio station providing the soundtrack to laidback afternoons. Victoria Park, ten minutes to the east, calls for picnics and leisurely strolls, while Dalston’s edgy Kingsland Road will take you just over twenty minutes by foot.