Apartment in London Borough of Islington
Reasons to book
About this apartment rental
Your own quiet studio in N1, four minutes' walk from Caledonian Road & Barnsbury Overground and about fifteen on foot to King's Cross St Pancras.
Below street level, it stays calm inside even when the road above is busy. A king size bed and a sofa bed sleep four, the washer and dryer are in the flat, the kitchen is set up to cook in, and there is a shared garden. Dogs and cats are welcome. Stay a week for 10% off the nightly rate or a month for 25%. It suits a stretch of work near King's Cross.
The Space:
Key features
- Caledonian Road & Barnsbury Overground — a 4 minute walk
- King size bed plus a sofa bed — sleeps 4
- Washer and separate dryer inside the flat
- Fully equipped kitchen with oven, hob, fridge-freezer and coffee machine
- Wi-Fi throughout and a dining table that takes a laptop
- Shared garden — outdoor space is rare on a central London studio
- Dogs and cats welcome by prior approval, £100 per pet per stay
Good to know before you book
Please note: This is a basement studio apartment situated beneath a Post Office. The bathroom ceiling height is 6ft 2 due to the basement level. The apartment is private, cool and away from street noise. The studio sits beneath a Post Office, so some daytime operational noise from above may occasionally be heard between 10AM and 5PM on weekdays. There is no lift access.
Sleeping
A king size bed in the sleeping area and a sofa bed in the living area, sleeping four in total, with hotel-quality bedding, smart lighting and a Smart TV in the living area.
Kitchen
Set up for proper self-catering — oven and hob, fridge-freezer, microwave, coffee machine, and the cookware, crockery and utensils to go with them.
Bathroom
A full-size bath with an overhead shower and a heated towel rail, at the 6ft 2 ceiling height noted above. Towels and toiletries are provided for every stay.
Laundry
A washer and a separate dryer sit inside the flat, with an iron and ironing board. On a long stay that saves you a launderette run.
Working
The dining table seats two and takes a laptop comfortably, and Wi-Fi runs throughout the studio.
Parking
There is no private parking. Street parking on Caledonian Road is limited to 2 hours and there is a public car park nearby, so we recommend arriving by public transport.
The studio works best for couples, solo professionals and small groups, and for anyone bringing a dog.
A guest who stayed here while working in King's Cross made a point of the kitchen being stocked — we leave oil, salt and pepper in the cupboard so you can cook properly on your first night.
Book the dates you need — two nights or two months, the studio is set up for both.
Guest Access:
Guests have full and private access to the entire studio. You will not be sharing the flat with anyone else.
Self check-in is by lockbox. Before you arrive you complete a short online check-in through our guest portal — photo ID, our terms, and either a refundable deposit or a damage waiver, as set out in the house rules. Your access code and full arrival instructions follow once that is done.
Any questions, the Unity Stays team are here to help by message, email or phone throughout your stay.
The Neighborhood:
Caledonian Road sits in the heart of N1, one of London's best-connected neighbourhoods. King's Cross St Pancras is about a fifteen minute walk, and Coal Drops Yard and Granary Square — the shops, restaurants and canal side behind the station — are part of the same walk.
Closer to home there are independent cafes, restaurants and shops along Caledonian Road itself, and Islington, Angel and Barnsbury are all within easy walking distance for an evening out or a Sunday brunch. Camden Market, Regent's Canal and the Emirates Stadium for Arsenal matchdays are all close by.
Getting Around:
Caledonian Road & Barnsbury Overground is a 4 minute walk. Caledonian Road Underground on the Piccadilly line is about a 14 minute walk — one of London's most useful lines for both tourists and business travellers, with direct trains to Covent Garden, Leicester Square, Green Park, Heathrow Airport and King's Cross St Pancras, where you can connect to the Elizabeth line, the Northern line and Eurostar.
King's Cross St Pancras is about a 15 minute walk, or one stop on the Piccadilly line from Caledonian Road. Multiple bus routes run along Caledonian Road into the wider North London area.
There is no private parking at the property — public transport is the recommended way to arrive and explore.
Other Things to Note:
HOUSE RULES — PLEASE READ BEFORE BOOKING
*No Parties or Events
Unauthorised parties or events are strictly prohibited. Any evidence of a party or gathering beyond the registered guests will result in immediate termination of the booking without refund and a £2,000 damage and remediation charge applied.
*Quiet Hours After 10PM
This is a residential area. Please respect quiet hours from 10PM onwards out of consideration for neighbours.
*No Smoking Indoors
Strict no-smoking and no-vaping policy inside the apartment. If smoking is detected indoors, a £1,000 charge will be applied to cover deep cleaning and remediation. An outdoor area is available for smokers.
*Noise and Air Quality Monitoring
The property uses noise and air quality monitoring systems. Evidence of parties, excessive noise or indoor smoking will result in immediate termination of the stay without refund.
*Stays Over 10 Nights
Stays over 10 nights require an additional housekeeping visit for an extra fee. Full details provided at booking.
*Online Check-In Required
The lead guest must complete our secure pre check-in form, agree to our terms, and provide a valid UK photo ID or passport before arrival. Access will only be granted once this is completed.
*Check-In and Check-Out Policy
Check-in: from 4PM
Check-out: by 10AM
Early check-in or late check-out: £20 per hour, subject to availability. Early check-in — 3PM £20, 2PM £40, 1PM £60, 12PM £80 (earliest 12PM). Late check-out — 11AM £20, 12PM £40, 1PM £60 (latest 1PM). Bookable instantly in our guest portal.
*Security Deposit or Damage Waiver
We require either:
A refundable security deposit of £300-£500, or
A non-refundable damage waiver of £50-£80
*Pets
Pets are welcome with prior approval. A fee of £100 per pet per stay applies. Maximum two dogs or one cat.
*Basement Property
Please note this studio is located at basement level beneath a Post Office. The bathroom ceiling height is 6ft 2. There is no lift access. Some operational noise from above may be heard between 10AM and 5PM on weekdays. Please ensure all of this suits your requirements before booking.
Interaction with Guests:
We are Unity Stays, a professional property hosting company operating across the UK. Fast responses, problems sorted quickly, and someone on hand when it matters. Discreet and available by message, email or phone throughout your stay.
