A characterful blue plaque Georgian townhouse in London where Captain William Bligh once lived is for sale for £2.25 million.
Situated opposite the Imperial War Museum, the property is one of London’s most historic homes, boasting five floors, five self-contained bedrooms and three grand reception rooms packed with charm.
Built in the 1780s, William lived in the house with his wife and children for more than 10 years following the 1789 mutiny, before being appointed Governor of New South Wales in Australia. Filled with unique decorations, it has been lovingly restored and cared for over the decades.
Captain William Bligh
Boomin
Elsewhere around the home, there is also a well-sized reception/dining room with a semi-open plan kitchen, as well as an additional music/cinema room (ideal for entertaining). While it has a great deal of history, the property could do with modernising. Some rooms have dark purple ceilings, while others have interesting yellow carpets in need of refreshing.
Head outside and you’ll find a lovely rear garden with a sitting area (it’s in the shape of an oval ship) and a roof terrace, too. A haven of stillness in the bustling city, it’s the perfect place to unwind after a long day.
William was captain on the HMS Bounty which set sail from Tahiti to the West Indies with a cargo of breadfruit on 4th April 1789. Just a few weeks later a mutiny broke out, with William and 18 of his loyal crew members sailing adrift in a small boat. They navigated more than 4,000 miles to Timor, with sadly all but one surviving.
If you’re after a home full of history, then you’ll love what this place has to offer. With easy access to Westminster Bridge and Southbank, everything you need is on the doorstep.
This property is currently on the market for £2,250,000 with Boomin.
21 small bedside tables to save space in compact bedrooms
Small bedside tables: the grey one
House Beautiful Neva 1 Drawer Bedside Table
House Beautiful Dreams
£199.00
The Neva bedside table makes the most of its small footprint by providing both drawer space and open storage. It’s upholstered in an on-trend grey velvet-finish fabric with a geometric quilted pattern, plus it has a handy in-built USB charging port.
Small bedside tables: the feminine one
Maddie Bedside Table, Pink & Brass
Fusing compact design and classic style, this small bedside table from Made.com is an easy way to contain your clutter and uplift your bedroom. Whilst the footprint is a small one (just 35cm!) the pink body and brass finish frame make a big statement.
Small bedside tables: the locker
Habitat 1 Door 2 shelf Locker
Habitat argos.co.uk
£60.00
If you like a touch of industrial style, this small bedside table from Habitat is the one for you. The steel body is stylish and functional and the light grey colour fits seamlessly into many a design scheme. The door opens to reveal two handy shelves inside to hide clutter.
Small bedside tables: the flat-packed one
BJÖRKSNÄS Bedside table
This small IKEA bedside table has its roots in Scandinavian craft tradition. In a natural solid birch, it features subtle leather handle detailing and compact proportions that will fit even the smallest of bedrooms. Patience is always recommended for self-assembly.
Small bedside tables: the decorative one
Scroll Vine Bedside Table
Anthropologie anthropologie.com
US$710.00
This tropical hardwood bedside table from Anthropologie is small in size, but big in statement. With a delicate inlaid botanical motif, an inky blue finish, and a brushed brass base, it’s the perfect space-saver for those who don’t want to forgo style.
Small bedside tables: the hidden storage
2 Drawer Bedside Table, Dark Stain Oak
This clever small bedside table by Made.com has subtle hidden drawers that blend seamlessly into its curved shape, but is big enough to hold your night time necessities. The dark oak and round shape (the design was inspired by old sewing boxes) gives a vintage feel.
Small bedside tables: the classic one
John Lewis 2 Drawer Bedside Table, Slate
This practical small bedside table provides useful storage space, and it’s made from a combination of responsibly-sourced European solid oak and veneers, as well as birch wood and MDF to ensure durability. The design is clean and timeless, with panelled detailing in a crisp, slate grey finish.
Small bedside tables: the pop of colour
Mitzi Bedside Table – Petrol
The Mitzi bedside table from West Elm packs a punch with its petrol blue finish. Small and streamlined in a matte, powder-coated steel, this small bedside table fits in tight corners and awkward spaces, with a super handy circular drawer to leave the rest of your space fuss free.
Small bedside tables: the space-saver
Bangor Metal & Wood Bedside Table
A space-saving 41cm in diameter, this small metal and wood bedside table from La Redoute has an unimposing shape and slim silhouette to fit any small bedroom. A handy open drawer lets you store books without compromising on space for a bedside lamp.
Small bedside tables: the modern one
John Lewis + Swoon Rubin Side Table
John Lewis johnlewis.com
£199.00
This small bedside table requires a smart edit of your night time essentials. Top with a bedside lamp, or small indoor plant, and keep your sleeping space clean and minimal.
Small bedside tables: the multifunctional one
House Beautiful Grove USB Charging Bedside Table
The multifunctional Grove bedside table is narrow and compact, but also provides a single deep drawer and open storage space. This clever unit also comes with a USB charging port to free up other points in your bedroom.
Small bedside tables: the floating one
Urbansize Floating Bedside Table
Urban Outfitters
£135.00
A small floating bedside table is the ultimate in space-saving bedroom solutions. A simple design with clean, minimalist lines will ensure your sleeping space remains free of clutter, whilst there is still plenty of space for your lamp, books and phone on top.
Small bedside tables: the brass one
Tria Brass Bedside Table
This Loaf side table with a vintage brass finish to the legs and a simple glass top would make the perfect bedside table for the smallest of bedrooms. With a diameter of 37cm, there is just enough space on the top for a slim lamp, your phone and a book. What more do you need?
Small bedside tables: the clever storage solution
Bellwood Storage Table Black/Walnut
Umbra beaumonde.co.uk
£85.00
A modern solution for messy cables, this compact bedside table features a hook under its top table to neatly hold your charging cord and an opening on the bottom for power cables to seamlessly stem through. Made from metal and wood, it provides a multi-purpose and sophisticated solution for a small bedroom.
Small bedside tables: the ladder
Domeno Mini Shelving Unit
If you’re short on floor space, think vertically. This mini ladder makes for a perfect bedside table, with three open shelves for arranging your essentials.
Small bedside tables: the bedside shelf
Rosali Wall Bedside Table
A novel solution for those small on space. This wall-mounted steel and cane bedside table can be placed up and out of the way if the footprint next to your bed is especially small. There’s plenty of space for a lamp, books, your phone and a little extra.
Small bedside tables: the narrow one
Small Canework Storage Unit
This narrow bedside table makes the most of its small footprint by providing a ton of storage space. With two inner storage compartments (thankfully, any mess is hidden behind the cane door), the top can be kept clutter free, with just enough room for a bedside lamp and a book.
Small bedside tables: the minimalist one
John Lewis Jax Small Side Table, Almond
ANYDAY johnlewis.com
£59.00
This minimalist side table from John Lewis’s popular ANYDAY collection is made from MDF and oak veneers and supported by a metal frame, so it’s lightweight but reassuringly sturdy. Two small shelves are perfect for styling a small houseplant and candles.
Small bedside tables: the luxe one
House Beautiful Ren 1 Drawer Bedside Table
House Beautiful dreams.co.uk
£149.00
The Ren bedside table is small in stature, but big on luxe, with a rich mahogany velvet-effect finish and brass-toned handle. The slim legs make space underneath for a pile of books if you’ve maxed out the deep internal drawer.
Small bedside tables: the marble one
2 Golden Metal and White Marble Bedside Tables
This pair of luxe bedside tables save on space with a clever half-moon shape, meaning they can sit streamlined to your wall. With tall, smoked brass-effect metal legs and real white marble tops, these space savers add a touch of luxe, too.
Small bedside tables: the art deco one
Maurice Blush Bedside Table
Dunelm dunelm.com
£79.20
With an art deco striped front, gold-effect details, and mauve body, the Maurice bedside table from Dunelm is perfect for adding a touch of glamour. Despite its small size, this small bedside table offers ample storage space in the form of two spacious drawers.
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