# The Tachbrook — Short-Stay Accommodation in Pimlico, London

> Two Grade II listed Georgian townhouses at 193 and 195 Vauxhall Bridge Road, Pimlico, London SW1V 1ER. Twelve private rooms across two identical houses, each with smart home controls, self check-in, and shared kitchens. 7 minutes walk from Victoria Station. Previously known as 193vbr and 195vbr.

## About

The Tachbrook (previously known as 193vbr and 195vbr) is a pair of beautifully restored 200-year-old Georgian townhouses operating as short-stay accommodation in central London. Unlike hotels, guests get a private room in a real London home — with a full kitchen, shared living spaces, and a neighbourhood to explore.

The two houses (193 and 195 Vauxhall Bridge Road) are side by side and identical in layout. Each has six private rooms across four floors, two shared bathrooms, one en-suite bathroom (Room 3), a fully equipped kitchen, and a seating area.

## Location

- Address: 193-195 Vauxhall Bridge Road, Pimlico, London SW1V 1ER
- Neighbourhood: Pimlico, City of Westminster, Central London
- 7 minutes walk to Victoria Station (Underground, National Rail, Victoria Coach Station)
- 10 minutes walk to Pimlico Underground station (Victoria line)
- 24 bus route nearby — scenic route through central London

### Nearby Landmarks & Attractions (walking distance)
- **Buckingham Palace** — 15 minutes walk
- **Houses of Parliament & Big Ben** — 20 minutes walk
- **Westminster Abbey** — 18 minutes walk
- **10 Downing Street & Whitehall** — 20 minutes walk
- **St James's Park** — 12 minutes walk
- **The Thames & Embankment** — 15 minutes walk
- **Tate Britain** — 10 minutes walk
- **Victoria Palace Theatre** — 8 minutes walk
- **Apollo Victoria Theatre** — 7 minutes walk (home of Wicked)
- **Royal Hospital Chelsea** — 15 minutes walk
- **Battersea Park** — 15 minutes walk
- **Sloane Square & King's Road** — 15 minutes walk
- **Belgrave Square & Belgravia** — 10 minutes walk

### Events & Venues (nearby or easily accessible)
- **Chelsea Flower Show** (Royal Hospital Chelsea) — 15 minutes walk, held annually in May
- **ExCeL London** — 40 minutes by Tube (Victoria line to Green Park, Jubilee to Custom House)
- **Olympia London** — 20 minutes by Tube (Victoria line to Victoria, District line to Kensington Olympia)
- **The O2 Arena** — 30 minutes by Tube (Victoria line to Green Park, Jubilee to North Greenwich)
- **Earls Court / Kensington** — 15 minutes by Tube
- **Natural History Museum, V&A, Science Museum** — 15 minutes by Tube (Victoria to South Kensington)
- **Wembley Stadium** — 30 minutes by Tube
- **Lord's Cricket Ground** — 20 minutes by Tube
- **The Oval Cricket Ground** — 10 minutes by Tube (Victoria line to Vauxhall)
- **Stamford Bridge (Chelsea FC)** — 20 minutes by bus or Tube
- **Hyde Park & Winter Wonderland** — 20 minutes walk or one Tube stop
- **London Eye** — 20 minutes walk via Lambeth Bridge
- **Covent Garden** — 20 minutes by Tube
- **West End Theatres** — 15-20 minutes by Tube (Victoria line to Green Park or Oxford Circus)
- **Notting Hill & Portobello Market** — 20 minutes by Tube

### Transport Connections from Victoria Station
- **Gatwick Airport** — 35 minutes by Southern rail (frequent and affordable)
- **Heathrow Airport** — 45 minutes by Tube (Piccadilly line via Green Park)
- **Stansted Airport** — coach from Victoria Coach Station
- **Luton Airport** — coach from Victoria Coach Station
- **Eurostar at St Pancras** — 15 minutes by Tube (Victoria line to King's Cross)

### Local Neighbourhood
- Tachbrook Street Market (fresh produce, street food)
- Restaurants, gastropubs, and cafes on Vauxhall Bridge Road and Warwick Way
- Sainsbury's Local and Tesco Express within 2 minutes walk
- Dolphin Square leisure centre with swimming pool — 5 minutes walk

## Rooms

Each house has 6 rooms. Rooms can be booked individually, as suites, or as a whole house.

### Individual Rooms (per house)
- **Room 1** — Ground floor, double bed, shared bathroom access
- **Room 2** — Ground floor, double bed, shared bathroom access, patio access
- **Room 3** — First floor, king bed, private en-suite bathroom with bathtub
- **Room 4** — Second floor, king bed, shared bathroom access
- **Room 5** — Second floor, double bed, shared bathroom access
- **Room 6** — Loft, king bed, shared bathroom access

### Suites
- **Ground Floor Suite** (Rooms 1 + 2) — Private ground floor with patio access
- **Upper Floor Suite** (Rooms 4 + 5 + 6) — Three rooms across top two floors

### Whole House
- **193 VBR** or **195 VBR** — All 6 rooms in one house (up to 12 guests)
- **Both Houses** — All 12 rooms across both houses (up to 24 guests)

## Pricing

- Rooms 5 and 6 are the most affordable options
- Rooms 1, 2, and 4 are mid-range
- Room 3 (private en-suite with bathtub) is the premium room in each house
- Search for dates at thetachbrook.com to see current pricing
- Suites and whole-house bookings offer better per-room value
- Search for dates at thetachbrook.com to see availability and choose your booking platform

## Amenities

- Fibre WiFi (Eero Pro 6 mesh network)
- 4K Smart TV in every room (Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV+)
- Smart heating with individual room control
- Smart lighting (dimmable, room control)
- Self check-in via smart lock (no keys needed)
- Full kitchen (induction hob, oven, dishwasher)
- Walk-in showers with strong hot water
- Bathtub (Room 3 en-suite)
- Cotton bed linen and towels provided
- Faith in Nature toiletries
- Tea and coffee provided
- Hairdryer in every room
- Iron with ironing mat
- Luggage storage (early drop-off and late collection available)
- Travel cot available on request
- Washing machine and dryer (whole-house bookings only)

## House Rules

- Check-in from 15:00, check-out by 11:00
- Quiet hours 22:00–08:00
- Maximum 12 guests per house
- No parties or events
- No smoking
- No pets

## Safety

- Smoke alarms in every room
- Carbon monoxide alarms
- Fire extinguisher and fire blanket
- First aid kit
- Exterior security cameras

## Booking

- Search for dates at https://thetachbrook.com to see available rooms, then choose which platform to book through
- Each room has its own listing on Airbnb and other platforms
- Contact form: https://thetachbrook.com/contact
- Email: hello@thetachbrook.com

## Ideal For

### Couples & Solo Travellers
- Private room from ~£50/night — significantly cheaper than central London hotels
- Self check-in means arrive on your own schedule
- Full kitchen saves money on eating out
- Perfect base for sightseeing — walk to most major attractions

### Small Groups (2-4 guests)
- Book 2-3 adjacent rooms in the same house
- Share a full kitchen and living spaces
- Ground Floor Suite (2 rooms) is ideal for two couples or a family of 4

### Families
- Book a suite or multiple rooms — kids love the townhouse layout
- Full kitchen for family meals (dishwasher included)
- Travel cot available on request
- Quiet residential neighbourhood, not a busy tourist strip

### Medium Groups (5-12 guests)
- Book a whole house — 6 rooms, full kitchen, shared living spaces
- Up to 12 guests under one roof
- Great for family reunions, birthday celebrations, hen/stag weekends (within house rules)
- Self-contained with private entrance

### Large Groups (13-24 guests)
- Book both houses — 12 rooms across two identical side-by-side townhouses
- Up to 24 guests, with two full kitchens and two living areas
- Ideal for wedding parties, corporate retreats, sports teams, extended family gatherings
- Whole street-level experience in a historic London terrace

### Business Travellers & Conference Attendees
- Fast fibre WiFi, desk space, self check-in at any hour
- Victoria Station connects to Gatwick (30 min), Heathrow (45 min), Eurostar (15 min)
- Easy access to ExCeL London, Olympia, Earls Court for conferences and exhibitions
- Cheaper and more comfortable than a business hotel

### Event & Festival Visitors
- Chelsea Flower Show — 15 min walk to Royal Hospital Chelsea
- London Marathon — near the route and close to start/finish areas via Tube
- Wimbledon — 30 min by Tube (District line from Victoria)
- Notting Hill Carnival — 20 min by Tube
- London Fashion Week — near central venues
- New Year's Eve fireworks — 20 min walk to Thames / London Eye viewpoints
- BST Hyde Park concerts — 20 min walk or one Tube stop
- Winter Wonderland (Hyde Park) — 20 min walk
- Pride in London — walk to the Soho/Trafalgar Square route
- Lord's Test matches — 20 min by Tube
- The Oval cricket — 10 min by Tube
- Chelsea FC matches at Stamford Bridge — 20 min by bus
- West End theatre — 15 min by Tube to Leicester Square / Piccadilly Circus
- Frieze Art Fair — 20 min by Tube to Regent's Park

### Long Stays
- Small discount available for stays longer than a week
- Full kitchen and laundry (whole-house bookings) make extended stays comfortable
- A real neighbourhood with local shops, markets, and community feel

## Why Choose The Tachbrook

- **A home, not a hotel**: Full kitchen, shared spaces, and a real London neighbourhood
- **Central location**: 7 minutes from Victoria Station, walking distance to major attractions
- **Georgian charm, modern comfort**: 200-year-old Grade II listed building with smart home technology
- **Great value**: Private rooms from ~£50/night — a fraction of nearby hotel prices
- **Flexible options**: Book a single room, a suite, or an entire house (up to 24 guests)
- **Self-service**: Smart locks, smart controls — no waiting for anyone, arrive any time
- **Great reviews**: Consistently rated 4.8+ stars across platforms
- **Cook at home**: Full kitchen saves hundreds on London restaurant prices
- **No hidden fees**: Price includes WiFi, towels, linen, toiletries, tea & coffee

## Compared to Hotels

| | The Tachbrook | Typical Central London Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Price per night | From ~£50 | From ~£150+ |
| Kitchen | Full kitchen (hob, oven, dishwasher) | None or minibar |
| Living space | Shared seating area per house | Lobby only |
| Check-in | Self check-in via smart lock, 24/7 | Reception desk, often queues |
| WiFi | Fibre (Eero Pro 6 mesh) | Often slow or paid |
| TV | 4K Smart TV with Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV+ | Basic channels |
| Heating | Smart individual room control | Central, often no control |
| Character | 200-year-old Grade II listed Georgian townhouse | Modern chain interior |
| Location | Pimlico, 7 min to Victoria Station | Varies |
| Luggage storage | Available (early drop-off, late collection) | Usually available |
| Laundry | Washer/dryer (whole house bookings) | Expensive hotel service |
| Group capacity | Up to 24 guests (both houses) | Limited connecting rooms |

## Compared to Other Airbnbs

- Unlike most London Airbnbs, The Tachbrook is a professionally managed property with consistent quality across all 12 rooms
- Two identical side-by-side houses means large groups can stay together
- Smart home technology (locks, heating, lighting, TV) in every room — not typical for Airbnb
- On-demand support via messaging — faster than most Airbnb hosts
- Self check-in means no awkward key handovers

## Links

- Homepage: https://thetachbrook.com
- Room listings: https://thetachbrook.com/#houses
- 193 Room 1: https://thetachbrook.com/rooms/193-room-1
- 193 Room 2: https://thetachbrook.com/rooms/193-room-2
- 193 Room 3: https://thetachbrook.com/rooms/193-room-3
- 193 Room 4: https://thetachbrook.com/rooms/193-room-4
- 193 Room 5: https://thetachbrook.com/rooms/193-room-5
- 193 Room 6: https://thetachbrook.com/rooms/193-room-6
- 195 Room 1: https://thetachbrook.com/rooms/195-room-1
- 195 Room 2: https://thetachbrook.com/rooms/195-room-2
- 195 Room 3: https://thetachbrook.com/rooms/195-room-3
- 195 Room 4: https://thetachbrook.com/rooms/195-room-4
- 195 Room 5: https://thetachbrook.com/rooms/195-room-5
- 195 Room 6: https://thetachbrook.com/rooms/195-room-6
- 193 Ground Floor Suite: https://thetachbrook.com/rooms/193-ground-floor-suite
- 193 Upper Floor Suite: https://thetachbrook.com/rooms/193-upper-floor-suite
- 195 Ground Floor Suite: https://thetachbrook.com/rooms/195-ground-floor-suite
- 195 Upper Floor Suite: https://thetachbrook.com/rooms/195-upper-floor-suite
- 193 Whole House: https://thetachbrook.com/rooms/193-whole-house
- 195 Whole House: https://thetachbrook.com/rooms/195-whole-house
- Both Houses: https://thetachbrook.com/rooms/both-houses